Happenings around La Cruz; so much going on!
Seafood, music, dining and dancing… who could ask for anything more! La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is a gorgeous seaside town with clean beaches, an abundant music scene and delectable dining options that attract people from afar. Locals embrace all who visit, having them coming back for more!
On any given day walking around La Cruz the sights, sounds and aromas enthrall one’s senses. Simply walking out of the marina the town square is full of life, always with children playing and if you’re lucky you’ll happen upon music, a holiday traditional event where there’s dancing or a fiesta… a grand party as only Mexicans can do. As we pass the slow season and slip into the ‘happening’ season; please check websites and Facebook pages and make reservations if you can.
Spontaneity does have its perks so wander and explore too; who knows what you’ll find… starting with the beautiful murals adorning the buildings of La Cruz.
Around the plaza there’s much going on; you’ll likely smell Katia’s coffee at Café Shulel or at her sister restaurant La Ballena Blanca the shrimp or fish burritos wrapped in blue corn tortillas are to LIVE for! Across the plaza, the La Cruz Inn where comfort food is their specialty and their main concern is pleasing their clientele who rave about their Baja fish or shrimp tacos, the decadent ribs, tasty meatloaf or visit them for breakfast and enjoy hash skillet or eggs benny where the mimosas and Caesar’s are flowing! Friday nights dancing horses delight for all enjoying the plaza. Be sure to make a reservation at The Black Forest. Using a selection of fresh seafood from the La Cruz fish market Yin Yang Sushi prepares delicious sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi and other dishes, fusing Japanese techniques with Mexican flavours. Owner and chef Jonatan Rodriguez offers a very personalized service creating dishes aesthetically pleasing and delicious to the palate at a very affordable price. Often, to complement the sushi experience, they offer live music.
Explore further into town for cheap eats or fine dining, La Cruz has it all; Tacos on the Street, Columba and for the best ribs ever, Las Costillas De Toño. Venture up the hill to The Tequila Experience for tequila tasting from their own distillery, traditional food, lovely music nights and fabulous sunsets!
Someone counted over 40 eateries in this small town… too many to promote here; stroll the streets enjoying as many as possible. For more fresh seafood options you must check out Kiki’s; known for ceviche and more. Looking for pizza, there’s Falconi’s, and Casa Hule.
There are many options to dine and more when you wander Calle Delfin, the street beside the main ‘drag’; Langosta. For something unique in our beautiful fishing village find “Organic Love” the one and only, original vegan/vegetarian/organic shop in the bay! Let yourself be surprised and spoiled in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle by Alef and her team!!
The Octopus Garden has something for everyone, great coffee, a Huichol art gallery and a sprung wood dance floor where various dance lessons and events take place. The Treehouse Bar promotes concerts from jazz to flamenco to good old rock and roll.
Enjoy the local beaches:
The Riviera Nayarit Marina is a ‘must do’ when visiting our quaint pueblo (village). My guest’s book their vacations around the renowned Sunday Artisans Market, oceanfront across the malecon where live bands, food vendors and artisans galore create exquisite pieces of jewelry, fashion, artwork and more; all you can see by the sea.
After shopping sip margaritas at Oso’s Fish market restaurant where the band will rock the afternoon away. Go for a sunset stroll along the boardwalk and experience the amazing food at one of the yacht club restaurants; Frascati’s (Italian fusion) and for local fish specialties La Peska.
Looking to get onto the water, visit Chuck’s Tours at the plaza to book a fishing, paddleboard, whale watching or other ocean excursion. For day fishing contact Jesus. For deep sea fishing contact Danny.
A summary of where to dine; often with great music;
- Marina fish market restaurant;
- Open mic nights and;
- The Remedy, Rock and Roll dance parties.
- The Black Forest restaurant is open now from Sunday to Friday..
- Masala restaurant
- Expand your wine appreciation… Masala has opened The wine Gallery beside the restaurant where they have wine tasting with all those gorgeous Mexican wines.
- Ask about their flamenco music nights.
- Closed on Tuesday
- Music on Thursday’s
- The Green Tomato on the town square
- Music many nights of the week
- Music many nights of the week
- La Saranderia restaurant at Playa La Manzanilla;
- Sometimes music
- Always great food; daily: 10am to 7pm
- The Octopus Garden
- Serving their famous coffee; take home or enjoy a latte, cappuccino, americano, etc in the garden.
- Shop in the beautiful gift shop,
- Stay at the hostel
- Eat drink and be merry at the Treehouse bar; Monday to Saturday 9 am to midnight.
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- For the best concerts and great musical evenings, the best of the best musicians come to La Cruz. Check out the Tree House Bar Facebook Page for details.Tuesday is Burrito Tuesday with the famous Lucido Burrito Wednesday is all you can eat ribs, Friday 2×1 BBQ Ribs and Music
- LA CRUZ INN daily 8am – 9pm
- Daily specials; chek out their Facebook Page
- High season includes dinner music on various evenings.
- Friday eve’s enjoy a cocktail or a meal and embrace the beauty of the Dancing Horses
- lacruzinn@gmail.com
- La Ballena Blanca, ask about their live music evenings
- Falconi’s pizza, pasta and bar; Calle Sierra #28, ask about their live music evenings
Other:
- La Cruz Sunday market at the Marina, lots of great music
- Marina Riviera Nayarit events and schedule.
- Movie Nights at the Amphitheater begins in, every Thursday during the high season.
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Aki Samurai House Enjoy the cuisine of world renowned Chef Akira, with over 40 years of experience in sushi culinary traditions.
This video of our fish market, the beach, La Peska is wonderful. Tap here to watch.
