Was looking for a highly rated place to eat a quick, late lunch while visiting Sayulita for the day, and El Itacate popped up as a good option. It's located on a busy street without much of a view, so if you're looking for an oceanfront ambiance, this isn't the place. But if you're looking for decent tacos with big portions and fair prices, it's worth a stop. Would I go out of my way to eat here? No. But the food was freshly prepared in an open kitchen, it tasted good, and the free salsas and toppings (including killer grilled onions and very spicy salsas - even the mild knocked me out) provided with every entree were high quality. We ordered guacamole and chips to start, and it was pretty good. They serve those heavily oiled and thick chips that aren't my favorite, but the salsa had a nice flavor and chunks of jalapenos and tomatoes. Wanting to sample several items, we got 4 different tacos: steak, chicken, poblano pepper, and shrimp. The best was the pepper taco, followed by the chicken (which was all white breast meat). The steak was good, but the shrimp was really bad. The seasoning was very unpleasant on the shrimp, so I'd recommend skipping that one. The meat portions were very large, served on top of a dual corn tortilla. The tacos were very plain though, and they needed the added toppings and salsas. Otherwise, they'd just be piles of meat. Bonus points for three very important things: 1. the restaurant is very clean and well maintained. 2. the prices are clearly posted so you don't have to worry about the "tourist surprise" and overcharging that Sayulita is well known for. 3. there are many vegan and vegetarian options, and they are good! El Itacate doesn't serve bargain street tacos, but they're decent enough as a choice for lunch when you're in town.

Loved this little restaurant for vegetarian tacos and delicious jamaica! Portions are generous too.

This place is an absolute must-visit! From the moment you take a seat, you're in for a treat. The food here is incredible--especially the tacos and, of course, the Itacate. I mean, fried cheese replacing a tortilla? That's some next-level deliciousness right there. Every bite is a flavor explosion. But the experience doesn't stop at the food. The sister restaurant next door, La Galera, serves the most amazing cocktails. If you go, you have to try the Jungle Paradise--it's the perfect refreshing drink to pair with the bold flavors of the meal. Highly recommend this spot! You'll thank yourself later

Wow! This place SLAPS! If you're a meat lover, you're in for a treat. No matter what you order, you can expect a generous portion of mouthwatering meat that will leave you wanting more. The flavor is absolutely incredible and it slaps your taste buds in the best way possible. During my visit, I had the Carnitas Itacate burrito, and let me tell you, it was on point! The cheese tortilla, instead of the usual flour tortilla, added a unique and delicious twist to the burrito. But the real star of the show was the attachera meat. It hits hard with its bold and savory flavor. Every bite was a burst of deliciousness! If you're in the mood for a meaty feast that will satisfy your cravings, this place is definitely a must-visit. The combination of flavors and the quality of the food make it a standout spot. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience this culinary delight!

One of the best places we ate at in Sayulita! That Queso dip was phenomenal and the meats are sooooo good!

Had the best vegan tacos in my life at @el.itacatesayulita! The first one is Jamaica (hibiscus) flower sautéed with onion and tons of garlic and the second one is Tinga, a spicy carrot blend that definitely set fire to my tongue! The hibiscus is actually for a hibiscus quesadilla but since I'm vegan and can't eat cheese I had them as a taco instead and I'm still thinking about them!!! Oh, and the salsa flight is something else! Three different salsas, an onion & cilantro mix, pickled white onions and limes. Then, they add a side of dank beans and small foils of grilled onions. Two ginormous tacos (easily spread out into 4 with the amount of fillings) was just $110, or $6.50 USD. A little pricy for Mexico but compared to vegan food in the US it was a fantastic price!! The server was super friendly and made sure my side of beans was vegan as well. He walked us through the salsas and then laughed with me when I over spiced my Tinga taco. Their new location just over the bridge towards the highway is a gorgeous building, all white with black trim and looking sleek. Theres an attached cigar lounge as well if youre into that sort of thing. If you visit Sayulita, make sure to try El Itacate!

I loved the food but was not so into the ambiance. I got stuck sitting inside (two other groups swooped in for outside tables that opened up before I could ask to be moved), where the music was too loud and tinny. I ended up having to use my earplugs for the first time since I arrived in Sayulita more than three days ago.* I had the itacate, which was delicious, though it is a massive, massive amount of cheese that I knew my body would not be down to digest. I had about 1/5 of the cheese and then just ate the rest of the filling. All of the salsas were fantastic (love me some macha), and it came with some grilled onions and plain frijoles, which I appreciated for the much needed fiber to hopefully balance out the cheese. (I took the rest of the cheese in a box to go, so as not to waste it. I was strategizing how to eat it spread over a few meals, but ended up giving it away to a woman in need who was interested in a food donation. Win win?) *edit; part of the problem was that i arrived overly hungry because yelp had the wrong address; google maps had the correct one. I walked around for 15 extra min before I found it.

Food is Delicious My favorite is The Rib Eye Tacos !!! Meet is tender and juicy !!!!