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A few steps away! // A unos cuantos pasos! - Animalón, Ensenada, BCN
Award-winning

Animalón

4.9
4.9
900 Reviews
Mex$500 and over
Global, International

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
A SEASONAL FINE-DINING RESTAURANT UNDER AN +100 YR OLD OAK TREE IN BAJA'S WINE COUNTRY, VALLE DE GUADALUPE. MEET CHEF OSCAR TORRES- Having worked under Michelin star chefs, chef Oscar a Los Angeles native, practices a globally influenced cuisine featuring plates inspired by the Mediterranean, 'Franco-Afrique,' India and Southeast Asia constantly changing and evolving to showcase the abundance of produce sourced from nearby farmers and markets. LOCATION VALLE DE GUADALUPE Tucked about 15 minutes inland from the port city of Ensenada in Baja California, Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico's emerging wine growing region. With about 100+ wineries producing world class vintages, the "Valle" (as locals like to call it), the region has been on the radar of every food traveler. Cheese makers, olive oil producers, animal raising farms, produce farms, winemakers, craft breweries, the prestigious seafood bounty of Baja waters, there is no wonder Baja is a chef's dream come t

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    Mex$500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 15:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 14:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    664 375 2658
  • Website
    https://www.animalonbaja.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Menu

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What 900 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baja California

    Best Overall

  • Baja California

    Best Food

  • Baja California

    Best Service

  • Baja California

    Best Ambience

  • Baja California

    Romantic

  • Baja California

    Good for special occasions

  • Ensenada

    Best Overall

  • Ensenada

    Best Food

  • Ensenada

    Best Service

  • Ensenada

    Best Ambience

  • Ensenada

    Best Value

  • Ensenada

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Ensenada

    Great for fine wines

  • Ensenada

    Romantic

  • Ensenada

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Animalón offers an enchanting dining experience under a majestic oak tree with "exceptional service" and a "creative and delicious" menu. Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "impeccable presentation" of dishes. The restaurant accommodates dietary needs with grace, making it an unforgettable culinary journey. Highly recommended for its unique setting and "spectacular" flavors.

900 Reviews

  1. Erik

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Absolute magic happened at Animalon. The chef’s creations are beyond innovative. Course after course provided surprise and delight in presentation, flavor, and texture. It really is an experience, not just a meal.

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  2. CARMEN KARINA

    Baja California

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente calidad y servicio

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  3. Ricardo

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente como siempre Un gusto visitarlos y salir con ganas de regresar

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  4. Regina

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extraordinaria la comida!!!!!! El servicio impecable!

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  5. Karla

    VIP

    Mexico City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Espectacular nada más que tienes que ir con hambre porque está súper bien servido!

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  6. Rene

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. Fantastic!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. oscar

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love everything except the music soundtrack which appeals too much to old white men. All else, superb. Absolutely superb. Bravo

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  8. Samantha

    Denver

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal at Animalon! Everything was a 10.

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  9. Jeremy

    San Diego

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely fabulous restaurant. The food is creative and delicious and the service is perfect. It deserves more than one Michelin star. It is exceptional in every way. Don’t miss this experience.

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  10. Kathia

    Baja California

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vale muchísimo la experiencia, la explicación de cada detalle de los platillos te abre los ojos en la posibilidad de combinación de texturas y sabores. Probé el menú de degustación de seis tiempo junto con un trago y un caramillo para acompañar el postre. Me encantó todo, el staff es súper amable desde la bienvenida hasta la despedida. Muy acogedor, si vas en la tarde te ofrecen cobija pero es mejor llevar algún abrigo. Definitivamente una experiencia maravillosa para ocasión especial.

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Animalón is rated 4.9 stars by 900 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Animalón

Km 93.5 Carretera Federal 3 , San Antonio de las Minas, Ensenada, BCN 22761

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
  • Area
    Valle de Guadalupe
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 15:00–20:00 Fri–Sun 14:00–20:00
  • Price
    Mex$500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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