Jo's Garden
Rating
Family of 4
Italian restaurant pricing in Cabo typically runs USD 15–30 per person for a full meal with drinks.
Duration
1–2 hours
Best Ages
Little kids through teens
About
Jo's Garden is a neighborhood Italian restaurant set in a garden environment on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas, away from the busy marina strip. With a 4.4-star rating across 541 reviews, it has clearly built a loyal following among both locals and repeat visitors who want something calmer than the waterfront tourist circuit.
For families, the menu is immediately practical. Italian food — pasta, pizza, the occasional grilled protein — is reliably acceptable to children who have spent a day on the water and are hungry. The garden setting gives the meal a pleasant atmosphere without the noise level of a busy marina restaurant. Tables are spaced enough for families to settle in comfortably.
The most important logistics note: this is dinner only, opening at 5 PM on weekdays and 4 PM on Sundays. There is no lunch service. Calling ahead to reserve at 624 261 7385 is a genuinely good idea for weekend evenings, when the limited table count fills quickly.
The restaurant has no published website, so the phone is the only way to confirm seating and check for any menu changes. Plan to drive or take a taxi — it is about 10 minutes from the marina area in normal traffic.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Nursing / Changing
Standard restaurant restroom facilities.
Kid Meals
Italian and pizza-focused menu — kid-friendly dishes readily available. No specific kids menu noted but pasta and pizza are reliably acceptable to most children.
Setting
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Early dinner seating (5–6 PM) to get a table without a long wait. Dinner only — opens at 5 PM daily, 4 PM on Sundays.
Wait Times
Waits possible on weekend evenings. Reservations recommended.
Nearby Food
Self-contained for dinner. The Lienzo Charro neighborhood has limited other options nearby. The marina area with more diverse dining is about 10 minutes away.
Why Kids Love It
Jo's Garden has a garden patio setting that feels distinctly different from the marina tourist restaurants — it is quieter, greener, and more relaxed. The Italian-forward menu with pizza and pasta means kids actually eat, which matters after a long activity day.
Pro Tips from Parents
- No website listed — reserve by calling 624 261 7385. Reservations are recommended for weekend evenings.
- Located on Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas, about a 10-minute drive from the marina. Worth having a taxi route planned.
- Dinner only — does not open until 5 PM (4 PM Sundays). Do not plan it for lunch.
What to Bring
- Light jacket for evening temperatures — Cabo nights can be cooler than expected
- Patience for children — garden-style restaurants have a slower pace than fast casual
- Cash and card — confirm payment options when reserving
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Italian restaurant pricing in Cabo typically runs USD 15–30 per person for a full meal with drinks.
For a family of 4, estimate USD 70–120 including tip.
Tips to Save
- Arrive at opening (5 PM weekdays) for the fastest seating and to avoid the peak dinner rush.
- Skip appetizers to keep costs reasonable.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Monday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 4:00 – 9:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
