Mario Canario Acapulco | Coastal Seafood Dining

Mario Canario, an Acapulco culinary standout launched in recent years, serves inventive coastal seafood like tuétano con pulpo and pulpo enamorado with tropical flair since opening in 2019. Known for its palapa-style charm and Thursday pozole in Playa Diamante, it’s a vibrant seaside gem.

Dining

Mario Canario serves a menu of contemporary Mexican seafood with creative coastal twists, featuring dishes like tuétano con pulpo (marrow with octopus), pulpo enamorado (octopus in chili sauce), bolillo relleno de camarón (shrimp-stuffed bread), and pescado a la talla, paired with mezcal shots, micheladas, or tropical fruit cocktails like the clericot. Located at Boulevard de las Naciones Manzana 44 Lote 16 in Playa Diamante, it offers open-air seating with a beach-inspired palapa vibe surrounded by palm trees and sand, where a lively, tropical ambiance thrives without indoor air conditioning. Known for its Thursday pozole and local ingredients from Guerrero fishermen, flavorful pulpo a la piedra and attentive service from staff like Roberto or Palazuelos family members with prices ranging from MXN 400–600 per person.

Amenities and Services

The restaurant provides the following features and services:

Open-air palapa seating with tropical decor
No indoor air-conditioned dining
Takeout and delivery via Rappi
Limited wheelchair accessibility due to sandy terrain
Free parking lot with limited spaces

Restaurant Details

Hours: Open Monday to Thursday 1:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Friday to Sunday 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, subject to staffing or weather
Reservations: Accepted via phone, recommended due to crowds
Dress Code: Casual beach attire common among guests
Parking: Free parking provided, limited spaces
Payment: Accepts cash and major credit cards; average cost per person ranges from MXN 400 to MXN 600

What to Expect at Mario Canario

Mario Canario has been an Acapulco culinary standout launched in recent years, opening in 2019 at Boulevard de las Naciones in Playa Diamante by chefs Susana and Eduardo Palazuelos, celebrated for its inventive coastal seafood and vibrant tropical energy. The open-air palapa buzzes with a beachy, Instagram-worthy vibe, though heat and flies can intensify in the afternoons—reviews highlight standout staff like Roberto and delicious tuétano con pulpo. It draws locals and tourists for its Thursday pozole and clericot.