Almar Seafood Grill
Almar
A seafood restaurant with a terrace right on the bay, where sea lions and marine iguanas often appear by the tables. One of the island's best dinner spots for views.
Located inside an eco-lodge on the northern stretch of Avenida Charles Darwin, with the terrace reaching right to the water at Pelican Bay. Diners can often see sea lions, marine iguanas, crabs and seabirds from their tables, and some have even spotted sea turtles and small sharks swimming below. The menu focuses on local seafood; the restaurant says more than 80% of its ingredients come from Santa Cruz Island. The most praised dishes are the lobster, the ceviche and the seared tuna, and there is also octopus risotto and a charcoal-grilled seafood platter. Main courses are about $15–32, on the high side for the town, and some diners find service slow. Waterside seats at sunset are in high demand, so reserve ahead. Outdoor mosquitoes are common, and the restaurant provides insect repellent. About a 3-minute walk from the town center.
Opening hours
Lunch through dinner (exact hours per the restaurant)
Nearby sights
- Puerto Ayora Fish Market & Av. Charles Darwin
- Charles Darwin Research Station
- Laguna de las Ninfas
- Las Grietas
- Tortuga Bay
- El Garrapatero Beach
- Cerro Crocker
- Los Gemelos