Good, Cheap Eats for Breakfast in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero

Zihuatanejo de Azueta, a beautiful coastal town in Mexico, is known for its delicious seafood and traditional Mexican cuisine. But if you are looking for traditional Mexican breakfast as well as a something like pancakes, that can be a little harder to find. 

La Jaiba Feliz in Zijuatanejo

La Jaiba Feliz in Zijuatanejo

La Jaiba Feliz was our best find for breakfast on this trip, because it was affordable, family-friendly, and one block from the beach.

This spot has a lot of good breakfast choices, pancakes, eggs and ham, etc. as well as traditional lunch items like hamburgers and quesadillas. The omelets were good, as well as the fruit plate. The kids all got hamburgers and seemed to enjoy them. The orange juice is fresh-squeezed and they have coffee as well as other traditional drinks and foods. 

Here are some traditional breakfast dishes to try at La Jaiba Feliz: 

Pozole: Traditional pozole is made with pork, hominy, and a variety of dried chiles.  It is often served with a variety of accompaniments such as chopped onion and radish, cilantro, and lime wedges.  It is usually served in a large bowl and is meant to be shared among family and friends.

Chilaquiles: This is a popular breakfast dish in Mexico, and you can find it at many restaurants in Zihuatanejo. This dish is made from tortilla chips that are lightly fried and then simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with onions and other seasonings. They are typically topped with cheese, crema, and avocado.

Fresh Fruit, Granola, and Yogurt Plate: Zihuatanejo is known for its fresh fruits, including papayas, mangoes, and pineapples. We had a papaya and melon plate the day that we visited and it was very good. They will offer you yogurt and granola as a topping if you like. 

Overall, there are many delicious local foods to enjoy for breakfast in Zihuatanejo. Whether you prefer sweet or savory dishes, you are sure to find something to satisfy your taste buds.

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