Award-winning

Animalón

Name: Animalón
Address: Carretera Tecate-Ensenada km 83,Ejido Francisco Zarco, Ensenada, BCN, Mexico, 22750
Telephone: 664 375 2658
Price range: Mex$500 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

893 Reviews

Mex$500 and over

Global, International

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Charming

A SEASONAL FINE-DINING RESTAURANT UNDER AN +100 YR OLD OAK TREE IN BAJA'S WINE COUNTRY, VALLE DE GUADALUPE. MEET CHEF OSCAR TORRES- Having worked under Michelin star chefs, chef Oscar a Los Angeles native, practices a globally influenced cuisine featuring plates inspired by the Mediterranean, 'Franco-Afrique,' India and Southeast Asia constantly changing and evolving to showcase the abundance of produce sourced from nearby farmers and markets. LOCATION VALLE DE GUADALUPE Tucked about 15 minutes inland from the port city of Ensenada in Baja California, Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico's emerging wine growing region. With about 100+ wineries producing world class vintages, the "Valle" (as locals like to call it), the region has been on the radar of every food traveler. Cheese makers, olive oil producers, animal raising farms, produce farms, winemakers, craft breweries, the prestigious seafood bounty of Baja waters, there is no wonder Baja is a chef's dream come t

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
Mex$500 and over
Cuisines
Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
664 375 2658
Website
https://www.animalonbaja.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
CHEF´S TABLE, donde la experiencia de una cena se llevara a cabo en el corazón de la cocina de ANIMALÓN, a cargo de nuestro Chef Ejecutivo Óscar Torres.

Location
Carretera Tecate-Ensenada km 83,Ejido Francisco Zarco, Ensenada, BCN 22750
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
Neighbourhood
Valle de Guadalupe
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

What 893 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Baja California
Best Overall
Baja California
Best Food
Baja California
Best Service
Baja California
Best Ambience
Baja California
Innovative
Baja California
Great for outdoor dining
Baja California
Romantic
Ensenada
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Innovative
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Great for outdoor dining
Ensenada
Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Animalón offers a unique dining experience under a majestic oak tree, praised for its "exceptional service" and "creative, elegant dishes." Guests enjoy a memorable tasting menu with expertly paired wines. While some find the prices steep, the atmosphere and culinary adventure are considered "worth every penny."

893 Reviews

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SammyB
Denver
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding meal at Animalon! Everything was a 10.
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Jeremy
San Diego
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely fabulous restaurant. The food is creative and delicious and the service is perfect. It deserves more than one Michelin star. It is exceptional in every way. Don’t miss this experience.
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Kathia
Baja California
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vale muchísimo la experiencia, la explicación de cada detalle de los platillos te abre los ojos en la posibilidad de combinación de texturas y sabores. Probé el menú de degustación de seis tiempo junto con un trago y un caramillo para acompañar el postre. Me encantó todo, el staff es súper amable desde la bienvenida hasta la despedida. Muy acogedor, si vas en la tarde te ofrecen cobija pero es mejor llevar algún abrigo. Definitivamente una experiencia maravillosa para ocasión especial.
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Intrid
Baja California
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Algo muy diferente, muy buena experiencia, delicioso
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Fargo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and beautiful ambiance. We are vegan and had some other food restrictions, which the chef accommodated very graciously and served us a delightful 9 course meal. The servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. I would love to be back the next time I'm in the area.
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Misael
Baja California
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was an amazing experience, the food was more delicious than I expected and the service was great. Some of the best the dishes I have ever tasted!
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Sandro
Baja California
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jaime and Viridiana were extraordinary! Thank you very much for the education in your delicious dishes and wine .
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sdGMi
San Diego
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible dining experience. My second time here and both were amazing
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Elda
Mexico City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
La comida deliciosa el ambiente hermoso súper recomendable
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Selene
Baja California
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time at Animalón, this is s great place to go for a different and unique experience, not for everyone and totally not for going frequently. The food was 3/5 las time the dishes had more flavor even though they were the same. The wine tasting was perfect, the sommelier knows what we is doing. I don’t think I would be coming back for a third time. I honestly did not feel it was worth it this time.
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Animalón is rated 4.8 stars by 893 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

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Carretera Tecate-Ensenada km 83,Ejido Francisco Zarco, Ensenada, BCN 22750

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Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
Neighbourhood
Valle de Guadalupe
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
Mex$500 and over
Cuisines
Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine

Website
https://www.animalonbaja.com/
Phone number
664 375 2658
Catering
CHEF´S TABLE, donde la experiencia de una cena se llevara a cabo en el corazón de la cocina de ANIMALÓN, a cargo de nuestro Chef Ejecutivo Óscar Torres.

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