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Best known for: International cuisine, elegant setting, beautiful seaside brunch.

Karen's Place Bucerias

Karen’s many visits to Mexico in the 80s and 90s brought her to Bucerias which has been her home since 1992 , with her love of hospitality in the restaurant business she opened Karen’s in 1998 over the last 21 years creating a combination of great food , good wine selection , knowledgeable kind staff and entertaining the crowds with live music events.

Live music and specials

Doug Maher on Saxophone on Thursdays - Dos en Bossa on Sundays 
Fish & Chips - Fridays

Dinner menu sample

APPETIZERS

Fish Tacos ($130) - Tempura fish tacos served in corn tortillas on a bed of lettuce with spicy lime-cilantro dressing
Frut de Mar ($185) - A tower of rare tuna, shrimp, avocado, cucumber & alfalfa drizzled with a wasabi, ginger, soya
Karen's Mushrooms ($130) - Breaded mushrooms caps with goat cheese and fresh herbs with a chipotle ranch dip
Avocado with Shrimp ($190) - Avocado filled with shrimp tossed in a lime cilantro dressing
Plato de Sabores ($190) - 2 Bruschettas, 2 coconut shrimp & 4 mini tostadas with ceviche

ENTREES

Scampi Al Vino Blanco ($315) - Traditional shrimp scampi with a light cream, white wine sauce served with pasta linguine, tossed with fresh basil, garlic, tomato and shaved parmesan
Coconut Shrimp ($328) - Shrimp rolled in coconut with a tamarind sauce, curried lentils and fruit compote
Pollo Riviera ($235) - Chicken breast rolled with baby spinach, goat cheese and red bell peper with a chocolate adobo sauce served with curried lentils and fruit chutney
Filet Mignon ($348) - With merlot au jus, sautéed mushrooms, garlic mashed potatoes & french green beans with bacon
Local Fresh Catch ($275) - Grilled fish filet served with a pear, tomato & fresh basil sauce, creamed potatoes and grilled vegetables
Karens Ribs ($255) - Tender pork ribs with my sweet & tangy BBQ sauce served with French fries and house salad
Vegan Bowl ($148) - Tofu, black beans, tomatoes, coriander, onion, peper, avocado, mushrooms and potatoes
El Trio ($305) - Filet mignon, with sauteed mushrooms, grilled fish filet with a white wine sauce served with a coconut shrimp. With tamarind sauce and garlic mash and grilled asparragus
Pasta Pesto Negro ($235) (V) - Handmade fresh pasta tossed with fresh basil, tomatoes, garlic & black olives. Add chicken ($230) or shrimp ($255)
Salmon Black Linguini ($295) - Fresh and smoke salmon, tossed with a white wine, lime caper cream sauce
Sirloin Burger ($155) - Sirloin patty burger grilled to perfection, topped with cheese with all the garnish

(G) = Gluten Free (V) = Vegetarian
All Prices in Mexican Pesos 

Outdoor dining with your toes in the sand or under our elegant palapa, Karen’s offers a fusion cuisine combining flavors of Mexico with classic dishes. Serving simple but elegant food sourced from the best local produce alongside cocktails and a varied collection of wines. 

Also, make sure you visit this restaurant for the very popular Sunday Champagne brunch - Served on the beach, wonderful a la Carte Brunch with Champagne Mimosas, Bloody Mary's or traditional punch to start your day.

Planning a destination wedding in Mexico or looking for an event planner and an ideal location to plan your next special event?  This location is incredible for renewing your vows or holding that special anniversary!

Live music | DJ | Private use of the ocean front restaurant | Buffet or served menus | Professional photographer | Wedding cake | Florist | Fireworks display. What could be more memorable than getting married in paradise - on the beach "sin zapatos" - without shoes! Click here and let Karen plan your wedding.