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Va q’ Va!!!

Restaurant Seafood restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Seafood restaurants in Cancun


Address

Calle 107 Manzana 38 Lote 18 y 19 220, C. 107 Manzana 38 Lote 18 y 19, 77517 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

Website

vaqva.com.mx

Contact

+52 998 255 7435

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (4.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 7 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 7 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Niall T. 7 years ago on Google
    Before starting, I have to say that my partner and I try to eat while not spending too much. OMG! This is a place you must go to when wanting to eat at an authentic place in Cancun. This was my first time in cancun and met some locals who took us here. From the Walmart, we took a taxi here which cost 45 pesos... mind you it can cost more as we went with a local so the price wasn't gouged. I believe that the R2 bus also comes here but why go through the hassle...it's a little distant and the locals stated to be careful in this part of cancun. When we got there it was an interesting spot... it was filled with locals so you know you're at the right place! They had mariachi that would play if you asked and give tips. We were approached by a photographer who took our picture only to ask if we would like a photo set to purchase.. which we politely declined. Throughout the our stay, we were approached by locals that would also try to sell small things like chips and gum. We spent 2 hours here and remember that the place closes down by 7. Just to add as well that there was a parrot in a cage which shrieked multiple times and startled me. It would be helpful to come here with a person who speaks Spanish as well. Now about the food...they initially bring your table chips and salsa. Drinks- Try the michelada... michelada is beer with tomato juice, hot sauce, and spices (think Cesar and beer which is an odd combination?). The thing that I asked for was a michelada with tamarind juice! My friend had a regular michelada and I must say that I made a good choice! Each michelada cost 45 pesos. It was huge and was the only drink I had that night. My partner also ordered a horchata frappe which cost 20 pesos. I thought that it was ok. Ceviche - I've been looking all over cancun for a good ceviche. I found it here! This ceviche had so much seafood and I didn't have time to analyze it as we just dove in a devoured it! I'm pretty sure it had conch, shrimp, and squid. It was so fresh, came with refreshing ingredients, and came with lime that you can squeeze onto the ceviche. They come with mini plates so it's very shareable. We got the big one and it cost us 130 pesos. We shared this between 3 people. Soup - we were full by this time but said we wanted to try the seafood!! We ordered the large sopa de mariscos. I imagined the soup to be creamy however it was basically a seafood party in a good seafood broth. It had clams, shrimps, crab, and pieces of fish. It can be messy as you would have to peel the shrimp and go through the crab. The broth was so good! You were really tasting the sea. Our friend also asked for extra broth which they didn't charge us for! For the main course- my friend had the fondiu mixto, and sad to say I didn't taste it! I wish that I had... according to my partner and friend it was a good dish. It was shrimp covered in so much cheese! I had steak de camarones, and my partner had the pulpit al gusto. Steak de camarones was a delicious entree! I had pointed at something else that someone had and through miscommunication I didn't get that. To my surprise, it was delicious! It was shrimp with cheese on top of potatoes surrounded by a lean bacon. I felt that this was a westernized dish and this was something that would be produced at a higher end restaurant. This came with seasoned blanched veggies and rice. Oh my god, everyone on the table could not stop eating this dish! I would recommend this! It cost 150 pesos. Pulpo al gusto was also amazing. It came with a salad and rice. The squid was so deliciously prepared. If I could guess, the dish was just sautéed in butter so that the squid can flourish. My god it did! My partner and I should have just switched dishes as I thoroughly enjoyed it! The squid was not over done at all and was impressed with this! This dish was 120 pesos. Overall, it was such a great experience to eat at this place! I would recommend to eat at this less touristic spot in cancun and enjoy a seafood feast!! Ps this place accepts credit card
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jade 1 year ago on Google
    Everything was super yummy! We had to get over having a bit of a language barrier but the staff were very nice and helpful even with our very bad spanish. The portions are very big so we had leftovers for dinner too.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 D R. 2 years ago on Google
    Place is over rated not a cheap eat portions are somewhat good size. What I personally didn't like we're eating and they would pass by removing my napkins, plates couldn't wait till we finishes eating in peace. A bit to much attention gets annoying. I'm seeing that in every restaurant. Another thing I noticed was a table of 2 was very small not enough space for all the plates and chairs are very heavy but nice lil restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zoran B. 4 years ago on Google
    The food was so delicious, i ordered a seafood pasta and it was amazing, my wife ordered oysters and she was so happy because they were fresh 🤮 but she loved it, also i was so happy with the guacamole and ceviche. The service was good and fast the waiter was checking on us frequently so we had full experience of a nice food and good environment with live singer who was singing Mexican songs. There is also a kinder playground for the kids and a huge cage of colorful birds.... recommended
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vinny s. 5 years ago on Google
    Cool place, the surrounding area looks sketch but your good. Usually cab drivers will wait until your done with your meal. I got langostinos they were good but not like they them in Chicago its more of a chipotle based sauce. The pineapple was awesome and the price was great definitely would go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert & Nancy C. 7 years ago on Google
    Excellent food at a great price with live music going in the background! They also take credit cards now which is great for us! Will go again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chompiras 1 year ago on Google
    Great place , good prices, good service and great food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rach B. 2 years ago on Google
    It is outdoors so be prepared for windy days with a light jacket. The food was really good but a little salty. You can ask for half rations and kid size beverages which was perfect for our toddler.

  • 4/5 David Z. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is still a great spot for seafood and a must visit in Cancun. Went on a Tuesday evening close to closing time, service was not as amazing as it is on Sunday but the meal was still great. I recommend and will return.

  • 4/5 Abraham S. 3 years ago on Google
    If you're walking on the street and saw this restaurant from the outside, probably you wouldn't know it is a restaurant. The inside has nothing to do with the outside. Once inside, the food is great. It is mostly seafood.

  • 5/5 Anabelle S. 1 year ago on Google
    Extremely satisfied!!! Amazing testing food , service very professional,the money the we spent is very under for what I spect to pay for 5 people,this restaurant as very good quality and hospitality,also we have a ice cream very good quality of course we all come back and the future!!!! Thank you just keep it up!! Very good job 😃

  • 4/5 Touki s. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere with live singing and good service. I remembered the food was much better when I visited last .The only sides they offered with fish was rice and potatoes. No vegetables...

  • 5/5 Robert M. 7 years ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful experience here. Great food and great service. Luckily, they have an English version of the menu and had a client English speaker on site (my Spanish is spotty). Food was excellent throughout. Ceviche, shrimp Diablo for me, and a super cheesy shrimp and crab dish for my wife. Horchata was likewise excellent. Flan was excellent as well. We went early (noon) and musicians arrived around 1. Great spot if you like good food but don't like tourist traps.

  • 5/5 Adam L. 5 months ago on Google
    Food was great. Had menu in Spanish & English. Service was good & friendly. Portion sizes were good too. I will be back next time I'm in Cancun.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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