El Fogon Restaurant

Family restaurant · Belize

El Fogon Restaurant

Family restaurant · Belize

2 trigger fish street San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize

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El Fogon is a charming spot where lively vibes meet mouthwatering seafood delights, ensuring every meal feels like a special occasion.

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"El Fogon In San Pedro, a town on Belize 's northern island of Ambergris Caye, the Mestizo traditions are strong. The Mestizo people are descendants of the Maya and the Spanish, and when those two cultures mixed, a new one was born. You'll find many Mestizo people in San Pedro, but you'll hardly find a better Mestizo restaurant than El Fogon, a spot owned by a local woman known as Miss Suzannaand run by her daughter. All of the food is cooked in a traditional outdoor oven ( fogon means "kitchen hearth"), and everything is delicious. Try the salbutes , a tacolike dish made with fried tortillas, with a texture that's somehowboth soft and crunchy, or the pig tail with split peas. And the coconut rice is to die for."

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Tim Parcher

Google

I've dined at El Fogon on many occasions, both lunch and dinner. The chicken and shrimp Salbutes appetizers are delicious! The conch fritters we had were excellent! We had two shrimp entries, one cooked in a garlic-cream sauce and the other in a lime-cream sauce. Both were very good. They have a full service bar with all the specialty drinks. I recommend the El Fogon for an enjoyable dining experience!

Melanie Dutton

Google

We were told this was the best seafood on the island and so far it's the best meal we've had here! We had the citric lobster, citric fish (snapper) and curry fish. Both citric dishes were absolutely delicious! The curry was good but didn't beat out the butter garlic sauce of the citric dishes. We also had the hibiscus margarita which wasn't great and the key lime pie (not traditional but good). Our server was very attentive and gave us good recommendations (and how we actually ended up ordering what we did).

Adrian Apostol Lackdoktor

Google

A Memorable Stop at El Fogon Restaurant I stumbled upon El Fogon Restaurant around 12:30, just as the place started to buzz with life. It was almost magical—one moment, it was calm, and the next, it was filled with people, all enjoying their meals and lively conversations. The friendly, vibrant atmosphere instantly made me feel at home. I had the pleasure of dining here twice during my stay and was genuinely impressed both times. On my first visit, I tried their lobster tacos. Every bite was a burst of fresh, flavorful delight—the kind of dish that stays with you long after you leave. On another occasion, I sampled their conch soup, a local specialty. It was warm, comforting, and rich, showcasing the best of traditional flavors. El Fogon has a way of making you want to return. Whether it’s the freshness of their ingredients, the excellent preparation, or the welcoming environment, it’s a place I’d wholeheartedly recommend. If I find myself back in the area, I know exactly where I’ll be heading for a great meal.

Mez G

Google

We had originally planned to go to another well reviewed restaurant in San Pedro, but were not impressed when we had walked in and asked about a table and they were not very warm and inviting! Their loss and our gain. In complete contrast, we sent a WhatsApp message to El Fogon, and had a reply within moments, even though they were closed for the day. They followed that with kindly sending us an image of their menu, and being really flexible on when we could have a table, adapting to our changing needs. We decided we would rather give our money to a restaurant that puts customer service at the forefront. The remote customer focus was then backed up by the warmth of the welcome from Tina when we arrived, and we were blown away by the quality of the food at reasonable prices. The fire hearth was an added touch. This was by far and away our best and favourite meal during a week on the island. Don't be persuaded by the other place with its white table cloths or you will have missed a real treat!

Pierangelo Del Monte

Google

Belizean restaurant but nothing special. Had a better expectation. Prices are a bit higher compared to to other restaurant and food is not a lot. Service is ok, table a bit uncomfortable. Probably I won’t come back but wasn’t a bad experience as rated a solid three stars.

Kay Tse

Google

I was really surprised by the food here! I ordered a grilled chicken breast, and it is honestly one of the best I have ever had. It is very juicy with flavors. I came here on Christmas Eve, and the staff tried their best to squeeze us in. The waiters are super friendly as well! Highly recommend this place!!

Alyssa James

Google

I had lunch at El Fogon. I chose the coconut curry lobster at the suggestion of the waiter and it did not disappoint. It was delicious. If I had more days in town, I would have returned to this restaurant. The service was very good as well.

Cynthia Thayer

Google

An amazingly cute, quaint restaurant with INCREDIBLE food! Definitely go eat here for at least one meal! It was delicious… We went for our wedding anniversary night and they even prepared a little surprise for us at the table with balloons and flowers. So unexpected and adorable 🥰 The service was excellent and the food was even better. The live music was a great treat as well. On a total side note, the faucet in the ladies bathroom is the coolest thing ever 😜