Los Arcos Restaurant
The Best Pacific Coast Seafood Cuisine · Since 1977
About Los Arcos
Los Arcos is an institution of Mexican cuisine. Founded in 1977 in Culiacán, Sinaloa, it has spent more than 48 years earning recognition as "The Best Pacific Coast Seafood Cuisine." The Mexicali location, on Calle Calafia in the Centro Cívico district, is considered one of the best restaurants in the city, holding the highest rating among seafood spots (4.7/5). Its menu offers a rich variety of dishes crafted with the freshest, highest-quality Pacific fish and shellfish. It features a supervised children’s play area watched by restaurant staff, valet parking, a full bar and exceptional service. Grupo Los Arcos is also the creator of Cabanna, its casual sister concept for snacks and drinks.
🏆 48+ Years
Sinaloan tradition since 1977. The most renowned seafood spot in the northwest.
👶 Supervised Area
Children’s play area with staff looking after the kids.
🚗 Valet Parking
Your car waits for you outside, running, when you finish.
Services
🦐 Menu Specialties
Ceviche 7 Chiles
Must-tryCeviche with a blend of seven chiles that burns deliciously
Lonja Volcán
Must-tryFish fillet with volcanic sauce. A spectacular presentation
Pulpo Mongol
Must-tryMongolian-style octopus, a must according to the locals
Taco Gobernador
Must-tryShrimp taco with melted cheese in a crispy tortilla
Tips for Your Visit
Recommendations to make the most of it
The best rating in Mexicali
With 4.7/5 and more than 3,200 reviews, Los Arcos has the highest rating among all the seafood spots. Consistent quality.
What to order your first time
The Ceviche 7 Chiles and the Pulpo Mongol are musts. For a spectacular presentation, go for the Lonja Volcán.
Supervised kids’ area
The children’s play area is supervised by restaurant staff. Total peace of mind for parents.
Valet parking
When you finish your meal, your car is waiting for you outside, running. The valet service is much appreciated.
Reserve for special occasions
Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries and business dinners. Reserve by phone or on OpenTable.
Same group as Cabanna
If you’re looking for something more casual from the same group, try Cabanna at Plaza La Gran Vía.
⭐ What visitors say
“The service is absolutely fantastic, the waiters make your experience exceptional. The food is delicious and high quality. If you go to Mexicali, you can’t leave without coming here.”
— Review on TripAdvisor
“Without a doubt the best restaurant in Mexicali. A wonderful experience. Our waiter Gustavo was the best.”
— Review on OpenTable
“I went to celebrate my birthday and it was a great choice. Delicious oysters and octopus. Good music, clean, an area for kids. One of the best in Mexicali.”
— Review on OpenTable
“Delicious food and exceptional service. The Ceviche 7 Chiles is the kind of heat that burns just right, and the Lonja Volcán is spectacular.”
— Review on Google
“One of the best in the city. I’ve never had a bad experience. The cleanest restrooms for many miles around.”
— Review on Google
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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Location
Calle Calafia 454
Fracc. Centro Cívico, C.P. 21000
Centro Cívico, minutes from the hotel zone and the border
Mexicali, B.C.