Experience authentic Mexican cuisine at Porfirio's Cancún, rated 4.6 stars. Enjoy live music, cocktails, and exceptional service. Reserve your table today!
This vibrant Mexican restaurant in Cancun's Hotel Zone offers a truly memorable dining experience, earning a strong 4.6-star rating from nearly 5,000 guests. Diners consistently praise the impeccable service, with staff described as attentive and catering to every need. The atmosphere is carefully crafted for elegance and enjoyment, enhanced by live music and mariachi performances that create a lively ambiance. The menu features expertly prepared dishes bursting with flavor, designed to delight every palate. It's an ideal spot for groups, offering outdoor seating and the option to reserve your table for a special evening.
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Best Dinner Ever, and I have had some amazing dinners. The entire experience was catered to impress. The venue is crafted with taste and elegance. The ambience orchestrated with music and a mariachi performance. The staff, the service they provide was the shining star of the entire night, the waiter absolutely there for our every need, to the management that checked in and prepared food table side. The food perfectly prepared to dance on every taste buds, explosions of flavor and depth in every bite. The filet Flamed with Mezcal union prepared table side was incredible. The Michoacan drink! Oh the Michoacan drink! Smoothest best tasting mixed drink i have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. This night was magical, incredible and I need to go back here asap! Oh and the price was perfect $230 USD! I made a reservation at Porfirio’s per a friend’s recommendation and the place did not disappoint! Absolutely stunning view over the water and an amazing atmosphere as well. The view and ambiance were truly unbeatable. Service was top notch and our server was very attentive and informative regarding their cocktail/dinner menus. I had also notified the restaurant that we were celebrating a birthday when making the reservation and they brought us a free dessert with sparklers! The food was good, nothing too stellar but still delicious! Come for the view and be prepared to take tons of pictures. Definitely check this place out if you are visiting Cancun and staying in the hotel zone. What an amazing find! My husband and I had a delightful and delicious dinner at Porfirios. The ambience was relaxing, romantic, and vibrant all at the same time. We sat on the terrace. Our server, Eric was incredibly personable, knowledgeable and attentive. I had the flambeed tequila shrimp over poblano rice that I might travel all the way back to Mexico to try again. We had the guacamole with steak as an appetizer which could have been our whole meal (I’m glad it wasn’t because I am still dreaming about that shrimp.)
Find the Restaurant
Km 14.2, Blvd. Kukulcan A-No.1, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
View on Google MapsAugust 22, 2025
Best Dinner Ever, and I have had some amazing dinners. The entire experience was catered to impress. The venue is crafted with taste and elegance. The ambience orchestrated with music and a mariachi performance. The staff, the service they provide was the shining star of the entire night, the waiter absolutely there for our every need, to the management that checked in and prepared food table side. The food perfectly prepared to dance on every taste buds, explosions of flavor and depth in every bite. The filet Flamed with Mezcal union prepared table side was incredible. The Michoacan drink! Oh the Michoacan drink! Smoothest best tasting mixed drink i have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. This night was magical, incredible and I need to go back here asap! Oh and the price was perfect $230 USD!
August 3, 2025
I made a reservation at Porfirio’s per a friend’s recommendation and the place did not disappoint! Absolutely stunning view over the water and an amazing atmosphere as well. The view and ambiance were truly unbeatable. Service was top notch and our server was very attentive and informative regarding their cocktail/dinner menus. I had also notified the restaurant that we were celebrating a birthday when making the reservation and they brought us a free dessert with sparklers! The food was good, nothing too stellar but still delicious! Come for the view and be prepared to take tons of pictures. Definitely check this place out if you are visiting Cancun and staying in the hotel zone.
September 26, 2025
What an amazing find! My husband and I had a delightful and delicious dinner at Porfirios. The ambience was relaxing, romantic, and vibrant all at the same time. We sat on the terrace. Our server, Eric was incredibly personable, knowledgeable and attentive. I had the flambeed tequila shrimp over poblano rice that I might travel all the way back to Mexico to try again. We had the guacamole with steak as an appetizer which could have been our whole meal (I’m glad it wasn’t because I am still dreaming about that shrimp.)
October 11, 2025
Simply an amazing experience paired with great food and drinks! This place is a must-visit while in Cancún. Ventura, our server, was outstanding—very knowledgeable about both the food and cocktails. Valeria and Javier were also excellent and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
November 8, 2025
I and my husband went to Porfirio's for lunch during our stay in Cancun. And we had one of the best meal, the pork Gordita and totuava fish is a must try. My husband who don't prefer fish, enjoyed it to the best and even said he never had such good fish dish. And the staff us super welcoming and engaging. We loved every bite 😍
Features and amenities that make Porfirio's Cancún special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Everything you need to know before you visit
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