A longstanding beachfront restaurant at the edge of Playa Caleta in Acapulco's Old Town, serving regional specialties like shark tamales alongside garlic shrimp and seafood casserole.
La Cabaña de Caleta has served the Old Town beach of Playa Caleta in Acapulco, Guerrero, since the mid-20th century, when this end of the bay was the resort's original tourist strip. The menu is traditional Guerrero seafood, with shark tamales as its best-known dish alongside a hearty seafood casserole and camarones al mojo de ajo (garlic shrimp). The dining room is a simple, open-air beach restaurant with plastic chairs and tables set close to the sand, informal and family-oriented, with the sound of the surf and beach vendors close by rather than piped-in music. There is no formal wine program; beer, micheladas, and coconut-based cocktails are the typical order. Reservations are not required and rarely used, since tables turn over quickly through the day; arriving before the lunchtime rush around 1PM is the easiest way to get a table with a sea view.
Signature dishes
- Shark tamales
- Seafood casserole
- Camarones al mojo de ajo
Good to know
- Known for
- Old Acapulco seafood house on the edge of Playa Caleta since the mid-20th century
- Hours
- Daily 9AM-8PM
- Reservations
- Not required
Location
Playa Caleta s/n, Fracc. Las Playas, 39390 Acapulco, Gro., Mexico
16.8378, -99.9075 View on map
Highlights
- Beachfront tables at the edge of historic Playa Caleta
- Shark tamales, a regional specialty rarely found elsewhere
- Garlic shrimp and seafood casserole
- Family-run since the mid-20th century
Tips for visiting
- Arrive before 1PM to beat the lunchtime crowd
- Cash is the most reliable way to pay at this beach-side spot
- Try the shark tamales, a Caleta specialty not common elsewhere in Acapulco
- Seating is first-come, first-served; no reservation is needed
Accessibility
The restaurant is at beach level with sandy or paved ground between the entrance and tables, which can be uneven for wheelchair users.
Frequently asked questions
Is La Cabaña de Caleta good for lunch?
Yes, it operates as a daytime beach restaurant, open from morning through early evening, and is best visited around lunch.
What should visitors order at La Cabaña de Caleta?
The shark tamales are the house specialty, alongside garlic shrimp and a seafood casserole.
Does La Cabaña de Caleta take reservations?
No, it operates on a walk-in basis with casual beachfront seating.