El Gran Recuerdo
El Gran Recuerdo serves international dishes like ribeye steak and guayaba cream with a Mexican flair. Known for its bay-view terrace and romantic dining packages, it’s a storied spot reborn from its "El Olvido" roots.
Dining
El Gran Recuerdo serves a menu of international cuisine with Mexican influences, featuring dishes like ribeye steak with mashed potatoes, duck with pistachio sauce, shrimp tacos with mango salsa, and a signature guayaba cream dessert.
Located in Plaza Marbella, it offers an open-air terrace with panoramic views of Acapulco Bay, accented by palm tree lighting, though its interior lacks air conditioning, relying on fans. Known for romantic dining.
Amenities and Services
The restaurant provides the following features and services:
- Open-air terrace seating with bay views
- Indoor seating area with ceiling fans
- Takeout available, no confirmed delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible via plaza ramps
- Street parking along Costera Miguel Alemán
Restaurant Details
- Hours: Open daily, typically 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, subject to occasional changes
- Reservations: Accepted via phone (+52 744 481 2749), recommended for special events
- Dress Code: Casual attire common, some opt for casual elegance
- Parking: Free street parking nearby
- Payment: Accepts cash and major credit cards; average cost per person ranges from MXN 400 to MXN 800
What to Expect at El Gran Recuerdo
El Gran Recuerdo has been an Acapulco dining spot for decades, evolving from its past as "El Olvido" into a terrace-focused venue in Plaza Marbella, prized for its bay vistas and romantic allure. The open-air setting glows at night with palm lighting, though daytime reveals plaza wear, and staff known for curating special dinners (e.g., candlelit proposals with rose petals). It draws couples and event-goers, with its view and guayaba cream often highlighted.
El Gran Recuerdo
Av Costera Miguel Alemán s/n
Fracc Magallanes
39450 Acapulco, Gro.
Mexico
