1st time to Zihuatanejo

As Padrino mentioned, there are many excellent restaurants in Zihua. I'll mention two of our favorites: on the less expensive side, we like to go to Papa Loca. They make excellent twice-baked potatoes, along with standard Mexican fare. Pricey, but worth the expense, because it has the absolutely best view of the town, mountains, bay and ocean: Amuleto. Closed Tuesdays. Reservations required: 544-6222. They keep the front door locked, so you need to ring the bell. Another eatery we like for lunch: El Manglar at the far end of La Ropa. Closed Wednesdays. One can often eat in the company of crocodiles, hanging out in the lagoon next to your table. Your toes are safe; there's a low fence.