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Carbón Cabrón, San José del Cabo, BCS
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Carbón Cabrón

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MXN300 and under
Mexican
Carretera Transpeninsular km #24.5, Cerro Colorado, San José del Cabo, BCS 23400

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
A one of a kind journey trough the culinary soul of Baja Sur. From the hand of Chef Poncho Cadena we travel across the inmense and complex flavors of Los Cabos. What are you waiting for, come sit here with us... by the fire.

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Executive chef: Poncho Cadena

From the OpenTable editors: Surrounded by wood and with an impressive grill, this restaurant stands out for its flavorsome grilled meat and its stylishness. Under the direction of chef Poncho Cadena, it offers vibrant cuisine and creative cocktails that have earned it a recommendation from the Michelin Guide. The experience combines superb food with a sophisticated and cozy atmosphere, celebrating cuisine at its finest.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    MXN300 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican (Baja Med)
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    San José del Cabo
  • Cross street
    Carretera Transpeninsular km #24.5, Cerro Colorado
  • Parking details
    Amplio estacionamiento sin valet parking
  • Public transit
    Two bus stops across the street. Both of them will get you to either San Jose del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas across the Transpeninsular higway.
  • Entertainment
    Cocina abierta
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 654 people are saying

Carbón Cabrón reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baja California Sur

    Best Food

  • Baja California Sur

    Innovative

  • Baja California Sur

    Mexican

  • San José del Cabo

    Best Overall

  • San José del Cabo

    Best Food

  • San José del Cabo

    Innovative

  • San José del Cabo

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • San José del Cabo

    Good for groups

  • San José del Cabo

    Great for creative cocktails

  • San José del Cabo

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carbón Cabrón offers a "unique culinary experience" with dishes prepared over wood flames. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "impeccable service." The Chef's Menu is highly recommended, showcasing creative dishes like blackened tempura onions. While it can be pricey, the "extraordinary ambiance" and attention to detail make it a must-visit in Cabo.

654 Reviews
  1. Jacqueline VIP

    Des Moines1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience! Best Martini ever and could not believe how good the leek was - unexpected delight!

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  2. Laurie

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible Experience! Last night we celebrated our 30th Anniversary and can’t wait to go back. A true culinary adventure!

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  3. Derek VIP

    Denver49 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall an enjoyable evening and dinner. The service, particularly from our head waiter was a challenge. The rest of the staff was great! The food we had was very good. There seems to be a big miss on the menu. There are no appetizers or bread offered. There are no salads. We left full but missing a true meal experience.

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  4. Betty VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Increíble aviente increíble comida súper recomendable

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  5. RUTH

    Baja California1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente menú del chef… Postre fuera de serie… no solemos comer postres pero este fue increíble

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  6. Lauren VIP

    Denver10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an incredible meal in an incredible space. The entire team provided exemplary service. We opted for the Chef’s Menu and it did not disappoint one bit. Can’t wait to dine again on our next visit to Cabo!

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  7. Iris VIP

    Hawaii19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente comida! Excelente servicio! De seguro regresaremos!

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  8. Rochelle VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A true dining experience— extraordinary food, extraordinary service and extraordinary ambiance. Our table had NY strip steak and vegetables, all grilled to perfection with a wonderful crust. And the dessert was (chef’s kiss).

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  9. JINA

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente servicio, la sugerencia del chef deliciosa, los cocteles super ricos, el postre me quejo del tamaño por q la combinacion de sabores fue un deleite al paladar. TODO SUPER DELICIOSO, vale lo que cuesta. Mi amigo y yo la pasamos muy bien. Disfrutas la atención desde que entras. RECOMENDABLE AL 100%

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  10. Joseph

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall very memorable dinning experience that exceeded my expectations! The scenery, food and service was top notch. Each dish was perfectly prepared and did not disappoint. I highly recommend! Thank you for a perfect anniversary dinner!

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Carbón Cabrón is rated 4.9 stars by 654 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Carbón Cabrón

Carretera Transpeninsular km #24.5, Cerro Colorado, San José del Cabo, BCS 23400

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Carretera Transpeninsular km #24.5, Cerro Colorado
  • Neighborhood
    San José del Cabo
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN300 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican (Baja Med)
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Amplio estacionamiento sin valet parking
  • Public transit
    Two bus stops across the street. Both of them will get you to either San Jose del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas across the Transpeninsular higway.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Cocina abierta
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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