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Primitivo, Ensenada, BCN

Primitivo

4.6
4.6
453 Reviews
Mex$500 and over
Farm-to-table

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Michelin Guide recommends Primitivo for its one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience that celebrates the bounty of local ingredients. Chef Carolina Jiménez has teamed up with local producers to create a menu that celebrates rustic cuisine with a touch of ingenuity and sophistication.

Kick off your evening with some fresh and succulent oysters – the perfect starter for what's in store. Next, you can choose your protein: fish or meat (duck in the autumn/winter season), both of the highest quality.

From there, you'll get to enjoy a series of dishes where each part of the main ingredient is used to the fullest. Be sure to leave room for dessert, too! Think almond tart with apples and sherry, or a soft chocolate cake with candied orange peel and smoked lavender ice cream. And don't forget to check out the seasonal cocktails and wine list!


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    Mex$500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Country kitchen, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    646 947 8523
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Carolina Jiménez Castro
  • Catering
    We're here for you and your event! We're delighted to bring our culinary excellence wherever you choose! We're here to make sure you get the best food and drink, in whatever place you like best!
  • Private party facilities
    Come celebrate under the magic of a centennial oak tree! We've got some unique events lined up with the essence of the region, including wood-fired cooking to delight your palate.

What 453 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baja California

    Child-friendly

  • Baja California

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Baja California

    Great for scenic views

  • Ensenada

    Best Overall

  • Ensenada

    Best Food

  • Ensenada

    Best Service

  • Ensenada

    Best Ambience

  • Ensenada

    Best Value

  • Ensenada

    Innovative

  • Ensenada

    Healthy

  • Ensenada

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Ensenada

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Ensenada

    Great for scenic views

  • Ensenada

    Good for special occasions

  • Ensenada

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Primitivo offers a "peaceful and beautiful" setting with "delicious food" and "phenomenal" service. Diners rave about the "exquisite" dishes, particularly the octopus tasting menu, and the romantic ambiance "under the stars." While some found certain dishes simplistic, many highlight it as a "must come to" destination.

453 Reviews
  1. Melissa

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the ambience was perfect! This is a must stop and recommend it to anyone!

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  2. Buck

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Still wonderful ambience thanks to the oak tree but only white wine option was not good, clams were ok, and meat dishes were overcooked. Sad since used to be my favorite location in VdeG.

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  3. Michelle

    VIP

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Peaceful and beautiful, delicious food, wine and great service! Thanks!

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  4. Rosmary

    Baja California

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente. La comida divina, muy buen servicio y atención de parte de todo el equipo, comer al aire libre, debajo de un encino fue una linda experiencia Si duda, volveré.

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  5. Ian

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    4 guests - ordered both the shared protein and vegetarian menu. Although the food was tasty - we all felt the food was rather simple / basic and unimaginative - especially for a Michelin star awarded restaurant. Service was OK - nothing special - In general, we all felt the overall experience was not worth the price.

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  6. Art

    Baja California

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Vast food, good service, would appreciate more drinks options, bathrooms need upgrade!!! Ceviche with nopal was amazing

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  7. Arnoldo

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t want to discourage anyone from attending, but best not to reserve at closing during the off season when the traffic is slow. Had the place to ourselves and service was excellent, along with the atmosphere. A fire pit was brought to us to keep us warm and were surrounded by 4 of the most docile dogs ever… just chillin around the table. We did expect a bit more from the food for the price Both potatoe dishes were overcooked and the New York a bit too salty. Wish there were more red wine choices sold by the glass… perhaps we should have just chosen a bottle. We will probably come back again to try the seafood.

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  8. Raul

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gran calidad en los insumos, la presentacion de los platillos, buen precio y excelente servicio....

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They experience was wonderful. The the food was great hundred percent recommended.

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  10. Evanne

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible! A must come to restaurant and possibly one of my favorite dinner experiences I’ve ever had!

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FAQs

Primitivo is rated 4.6 stars by 453 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Primitivo

Carretera Ensenada Tecate km 89, Col. Valle de Guadalupe, Ensenada, BCN 22766

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Valle de Guadalupe
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    Mex$500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Country kitchen, Grill
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Carolina Jiménez Castro
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    646 947 8523
  • Catering
    We're here for you and your event! We're delighted to bring our culinary excellence wherever you choose! We're here to make sure you get the best food and drink, in whatever place you like best!
  • Private party facilities
    Come celebrate under the magic of a centennial oak tree! We've got some unique events lined up with the essence of the region, including wood-fired cooking to delight your palate.
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