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Had a couple of very pleasant experiences at this successor of Elvira's the past few weeks. Tonight was especially memorable.
They claim "best margarita in town" and, to my tastes, they're right. Nice balance; generous with the booze. I asked for just two ice cubes and that's what I got--as well as a full glass.
I ordered La Campechana Caliente. It was really good.
The service was attentive, and friendly. The atmosphere, nice, laid back. The music, a duo I've not heard here before, was romantic, not too loud, top notch.

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Great review. We are looking forward to a long awaited return next month. Location please Thanks.

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Great review. We are looking forward to a long awaited return next month. Location please Thanks.

Next to Paty's Marimar on La Ropa. Was previously La Cantinita, and Elvira's before that. Tritón has odd hours for a beach restaurant: they usually don't open until around noon. Haven't been there to eat yet.

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We ate there last fall just after Thanksgiving and experienced something we had never experienced in a restaurant in Mexico. We got there about seven. They apparently close at 8. We were rushed out. Our mains and appetizers arrived simultaneously and plates were bussed away as soon as we were through. It was very clear they wanted us to leave since they were closing. The food was fine. The service was very prompt, but it seems that it was only because they wanted to close. We didn't even have to ask for the check.

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We didn't even have to ask for the check.

Isn't this considered very rude in the Mexican culture?

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We learned that on our first visit decades ago. That’s exactly why I was unimpressed with them, they bussed our dishes immediately and delivered the check without our having asked for it. Again the food was fine, but the service was almost like we were dining at home rather than in Mexico.

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We ate there last fall just after Thanksgiving and experienced something we had never experienced in a restaurant in Mexico. We got there about seven. They apparently close at 8. We were rushed out. Our mains and appetizers arrived simultaneously and plates were bussed away as soon as we were through. It was very clear they wanted us to leave since they were closing. The food was fine. The service was very prompt, but it seems that it was only because they wanted to close. We didn't even have to ask for the check.

Since many workers must rely on public transportation, their work hours also often coincide with the hours of operation of the small buses we use to get around, and I believe 8PM is the last bus run from La Ropa.

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7:30 at the absolute latest. Usually earlier.

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7:30 at the absolute latest. Usually earlier.

Maybe it's their own employee transportation, then. When I worked at the old Sheraton we all did our best to catch the hotel's bus instead of having to take a taxi or public bus, so we practically ran out of the hotel at quitting time to assure ourselves a seat.

Also, if the employees are parents with children to pick up somewhere, there's another deadline they must meet.

Perhaps the restaurant only works one shift instead of a lunch crew and a dinner crew. After 8 hours on their feet running through the sand I can imagine they certainly would be anxious to get out of there.

I've been in all of the above situations when I used to do restaurant work.

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I’d say they are only open for one shift. Our experience was that they didn’t open until 2:00 and didn’t serve food until around 2:15. They are closed Tuesdays, I assume they have a small staff and don’t have rotating days off. We had a couple of dinners there. We were told that closing was around 8:30. Food is very good and they have some unusual dishes. I agree that they serve a very good margarita. Maybe as things get more settled they’ll expand hours.

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I’d say they are only open for one shift. Our experience was that they didn’t open until 2:00 and didn’t serve food until around 2:15. They are closed Tuesdays, I assume they have a small staff and don’t have rotating days off. We had a couple of dinners there. We were told that closing was around 8:30. Food is very good and they have some unusual dishes. I agree that they serve a very good margarita. Maybe as things get more settled they’ll expand hours.

Curiouser an curiouser. 2PM is a bit late to be opening for la comida. If they're looking for Mexicans, our most prevalent tourist, they should be open at least a half an hour earlier, an hour would be better for catering to foreigners who eat a "late" lunch.

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I didn’t get the impression that they were aiming at a local clientele. But we had lunch snack there several times and I saw a couple of what looked like business lunches where Spanish or Spanish/English were being used. I don’t recall seeing Mexican families who were at the beach coming in. But they have very nice music during Happy Hour and into dinner and I noticed that there were Mexican families sitting on the beach outside the restaurant and toward Catalina having their own happy hour or picnic dinner and enjoying the music.

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I didn’t know that. Perhaps they should consider closing earlier of transportation for their staff is a challenge. Or at the very least notify their customers of the situation. Although the food was very good, it was clear that getting us out of their was their priority.

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I didn’t know that. Perhaps they should consider closing earlier of transportation for their staff is a challenge. Or at the very least notify their customers of the situation. Although the food was very good, it was clear that getting us out of their was their priority.

So much for repeat customers!

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There are too many other good restaurants in the area for us to consider going back. When we are there, we have several other couples that have become friends and we like to linger and “shoot the breeze” over dinner. It was uncomfortable to be the only group left in the restaurant with staff clearly anxious for us to leave. It’s unfortunate as they are right next door to Catalina where we stay, so it’s very convenient and as I mentioned to food was good.

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Well obviously this is restaurant geared to cater mainly to non Mexican tourist being that the typical Mexican tourist and locals who can afford to dine out, usually dine late.

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Well obviously this is restaurant geared to cater mainly to non Mexican tourist being that the typical Mexican tourist and locals who can afford to dine out, usually dine late.

When on vacation, some Mexican tourists may eat late, but custom and culture is that we eat our main meal in the middle of the day, not late. Tourists eating a big meal late here are generally either foreigners or Mexican tourists who couldn't afford a large meal at the expensive beach restaurants at Isla Ixtapa or Las Gatas.

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They opened at 1:30 the day we tried it. We are a group of adventurous eaters and traveling with young kids, we all really appreciated the variety they offered! We've found that most beach restaurants have a fairly standard menu and it was nice to have a wider range of options. I'd consider their food above average for a beach lunch, maybe on par with Gaviota (lighter). I tried their "Triton Tropical" drink, which was mezcal with "tropical juices," next to the mezcal,guava was the most forward flavor, it was really nice! Very smooth, flavorful and NOT TOO SWEET!
If you are able to be flexible on (opening/closing) time, I agree, I definitely recommend giving them a try!

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Unless something changed since February, I'd guess this was an anomaly. Triton became one of our favorites over our three trips in the past year. Excellent food, drinks, service, and always relaxed with no rush. Opened at noon and stayed open until we wanted to leave. They definitely cater to foreign tourists, which is not our ideal, but the experience and food kept us coming back. They do take reservations, so keep in mind that you may not be able to keep a table forever.

Give them another chance, try the ceviche or octopus+bone marrow taco, chat up Antonio (Tony), and you'll be glad you did.

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