Sayulita, Mexico
sun, sand, sandals, tacos, bright colors, cacti, margaritas, waves, fresh air
Gluten-free waffles at Yah-Yah Cafe
Recommendations
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Playa de los Muertos - so called because you walk through a (very festive) cemetery to get there; a little off the beaten path and quieter than the main beach; good for snorkeling and some cliff-jumping if you’re adventurous; restaurant serves seafood and strong drinks
Libreria Sayulita - funky bookstore/coffee shop with lots of used books
Don Pedros Palapa - where our friends’ wedding was held - stunning views of the ocean and incredible waitstaff!
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Yah-Yah Cafe - we went three times during our 6-day stay, so you could say it’s pretty good; gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free options; order the smoothie bowl with all the toppings or the gluten-free Elvis waffle topped with peanut butter, bacon, and banana
El Itacate - try the pulpo (octopus), camarones (shrimp), carnitas with a margarita
Taco EL Tal - Ivan - eat in plastic chairs around this street taco stand and prepared to be amazed
Naty’s - more great tacos!
Chocobanana - huge menu; serves breakfast all day
La Rustica - amazing pizza and rooftop
La Terrazola - beachfront spot with good coffee and service
Don Pedros - beachfront spot with good drinks and healthy dinner options
The Anchor - awesome breakfast smoothie bowls
Wa Kika - great ice cream and popsicles (also visited three times during our stay)
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Stay out of the town center if you’d prefer some peace and quiet.
Bring comfortable walking shoes that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty - many of the roads are unpaved.
Temperatures were in the 80s during the day but the humidity makes it feel hotter - long-sleeves not recommended!
Go to our Airbnb host’s shop, Revolucion del Sueno, for souvenirs (featured in Conde Naste).
Book a shuttle in advance to get to and from the airport. Ignore the guys competing for your attention as you exit the airport unless they have a sign with your shuttle service - they’ll try to pull you aside and schmooze you for 10 minutes!