Reviewed by Daniel · El Albir resident since 2007 · Updated November 2026 · Write to mePlaza México is Albir’s Mexican restaurant. It opened in 2016, two streets from the beach, and has since become a fixture for residents and tourists alike: it’s one of the most-reviewed restaurants in the whole of l’Alfàs del Pi. Here’s what to order, how much you’ll spend and where it falls short, because it does.
What Plaza México is
It’s a Mexican restaurant for sharing: tacos, enchiladas, nachos, burritos, fajitas and quesadillas, with a cocktail list led by the margarita. The place is colourful, with Mexican decor, and has a terrace. It’s the kind of place you go to as a group or family, to pick at everything in the middle of the table.
What you’ll find on the table
Mexican cooking is built on corn, chilli, beans, avocado, lime and coriander. Almost everything that reaches the table starts from a corn or flour tortilla.
Mexican and Tex-Mex, on the same menu. Tacos and enchiladas come from Mexican tradition. Fajitas, nachos with melted cheese and the big burrito are more Tex-Mex, the version born on the border with the United States. At Plaza México the two sit side by side, and that’s normal: it’s what most people are after when they say “let’s go for Mexican”.
How it’s eaten. Shared and with your hands. The fajitas usually arrive with the meat and peppers freshly sizzled, and everyone builds their own tortilla with guacamole, salsa and sour cream. You add heat to taste with the table sauces, so nobody goes hungry for fear of chilli.
Guacamole. Mashed avocado with lime, onion, coriander and chilli. It’s the starter that comes up most in reviews, and the best way to get started.
If you arrive hungry. Guacamole and nachos to nibble, a mix of tacos to share and some fajitas for the table. Before ordering, ask what each dish includes: some customers have been charged extra for the meat on the nachos.
What to order
Tacos and enchiladas. They’re what comes up most in recent reviews. If there are several of you, order tacos to share and try different kinds.
Fajitas and burrito. The heartiest dishes. The vegan burrito has a reputation as one of the best in the area.
Guacamole. Some customers say it’s the best they’ve had in Europe in years. A must to start.
The passion fruit frozen margarita. The drink repeat customers mention most.
For dessert, the torrija. It’s a surprise in a Mexican (a Spanish-style French toast), which is exactly why it’s so recommended.
If you eat vegan or vegetarian, you have real options: vegan fajitas and burrito, not just a token salad. They also have gluten-free options and high chairs for children.
How much it costs
The normal spend is between €20 and €30 per person (approximate price). Vegan dishes cost around €13 (approximate price). With cocktails and dessert, the bill goes up: some customers have left feeling they paid a lot for what they ate.
Location, opening hours and bookings
It’s at Calle Juan Sebastián Bach, 19, very close to Albir beach. It’s open from 13:30 to 23:00 and closed on Wednesdays. The booking number is 865 675 938.
It fills up at weekends and in high season, so if you’re going as a group, book.
What the ratings say
On Google it averages around 4.4 out of 5 from more than 2,100 reviews, and 4 out of 5 on Tripadvisor from about 420. These are approximate figures that change over time. What’s praised most is the staff, the flavour of the food and the cocktails. Some visitors say they come back to Albir partly to have dinner here.
Where it falls short
The price of extras. In September 2026, a regular customer said they ordered nachos and they arrived without meat: the meat was charged separately, and nobody told them. Ask what each dish includes before ordering.
The final bill. It’s not a cheap place if you order drinks and dessert. Some consider it the most expensive dinner of their stay.
Very busy days. Some reviews mention wrong orders or dishes arriving cold. They’re a minority, but they exist, and usually coincide with fully booked nights.
Local’s tips
Go as a group and order to share: that’s how it works best. Always ask what each dish includes so there are no surprises on the bill. And remember Wednesday: it’s the day most people find the shutters down.
Frequently asked questions
Which day is Plaza México closed?
Wednesdays. The rest of the week it’s open from 13:30 to 23:00.
How much does dinner at Plaza México cost?
Between €20 and €30 per person, approximately, not counting cocktails or dessert.
Does it have vegan options?
Yes, with real vegan dishes such as the burrito and fajitas. There are also gluten-free options.
Is it a good choice with children?
Yes. It has high chairs and a menu of sharing plates that usually pleases everyone.
Do I need to book?
At weekends and in high season, yes. The phone number is 865 675 938.
To finish
Plaza México is the safe bet if you fancy Mexican in El Albir: good flavour, good atmosphere and dishes to share. Go knowing that extras are charged and that the bill grows with cocktails, and you’ll leave happy.
If you want to compare it with other options, my guide to restaurants in El Albir by what you’re looking for has every place with its closing day and approximate price. If you’re on a tight budget, take a look at my tips for eating cheaply in El Albir, and if you’re coming by car, check where to park in El Albirbefore you go. For everything else, go back to the El Albir guide told by a local.
Prices, opening hours and ratings are approximate, checked against public listings and customer reviews in November 2026. They may change: confirm with the restaurant before you go.
I'm Daniel and I've lived in El Albir since 2007. LiveinAlbir.com started because so many people would stop me in the street to ask where to eat, where to stay, which areas are worth it and what living here is really like.
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