In short
- Try local grilled clams baked with cheese (almejas gratinadas).
- Grab fresh churros or fish tacos from the 150 vendor stalls.
- Bring small cash in USD or Pesos for food and pineapple drinks.
In this article
Getting to the viewing platform requires walking through a busy vendor alley. This stretch offers plenty of regional snacks. Expect active sellers offering food and drink samples as you walk toward the ocean.
What are the best local snacks to eat?
Grilled clams and fresh churros are the top local items along the pathway.
Vendors sell almejas gratinadas, which are clams baked with cheese right on the grill. This is a renowned local specialty. You will also find fish tacos and freshly fried churros available as you walk the 400-meter path.
What drinks can you buy at the market?
You can buy massive Piña Coladas served inside fresh pineapples, margaritas, and tequila.
Bars and drink stands are scattered among the shops. Vendors often offer free tequila tastings to passersby. Always confirm the exact price of full drinks before ordering, as costs can vary.
How do you pay for food and drink?
Bring cash in small denominations to pay the street food vendors.
Sellers accept both US Dollars and Mexican Pesos. Having smaller bills makes paying for quick snacks like tacos and churros much easier. You will also need small cash for the public restrooms.
What types of food stalls are there?
The pathway features a mix of taquerias and standalone street food carts.
Food vendors operate near the 150 souvenir shops. You can grab a quick snack while walking or stop for seafood. The food stalls are located directly before the main viewing deck.
How much time should I plan for eating?
Plan for 30 to 50 minutes to eat and explore the drinks.
You will need about 30 minutes for the street food stalls. If you stop for drinks or tequila tastings, add another 20 minutes. Keep track of time if you are on a strict cruise ship schedule.
Are there public restrooms near the food stalls?
Yes, public restrooms are available but require a small cash fee.
Keep spare change in Pesos or USD for the bathrooms. They are located near the viewing platform and the vendor area. You will want to use them before walking back to your transport.
Questions travellers ask
Can I use US dollars for food at La Bufadora?
Yes, most food and drink vendors accept US dollars. Bring small bills to make transactions easy for items like tacos or churros.
What are almejas gratinadas?
They are grilled clams baked with cheese. This is a renowned local specialty found at the market stalls along the walkway.
Are the free tequila samples really free?
The small tasting samples are free. However, if you decide to buy a full drink like a margarita, always ask the price before they pour it.
