El Camello Jr.

    $$ Mexican, Seafood
    Open10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Av. Tulum S/N

    77780 Tulum, Quintana Roo

    Mexico

    Mon

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Tue

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Wed

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Thu

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Fri

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

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    Sat

    • 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

    Sun

    • 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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      Feb 10, 2024

      Now this is a spot all the locals frequent! We heard by word-of-mouth that this spot was truly authentic, and had some of the best, flavorful food in all of Tulum. We went to order a couple of drinks, but the main star of the show was that ceviche I ordered. They have different sizes and options for your ceviche; I chose the medium-sized fish because we had previously eaten out earlier in the night. I was blown away by the portion size and how tasty it was. The fish tasted fresh and not fishy if that makes sense. We had the leftovers wrapped up in a taco box, and the waiter was kind enough to include fresh chips for the journey home.

      The inside was decorated with a lot of murals and was a super cool look. There are tables both inside and outside. This place is cash only and almost all of the bus boys, waiters, and bartenders only speak Spanish, so be prepared. I already can't wait to go back maybe even tonight!

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      Ellen Y.
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      Jan 7, 2024

      The portion sizes are insane here. They give you chips and salsa as part of your meal, so probably don't need another dish with chips (the nachos were good though).

      The garlic on the fish was too much. We were all burping all night. However, the food was delicious. The ceviche was the best in the area. A ton of locals and tourists alike.

      Cash only. ATM right next door, but always a line.

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      Dec 17, 2023

      If you're looking for the freshest ceviche in Tulum, this is the place to be! I have never had ceviche this good and the serving for a small order was good for 3-4 people. The price is very, very affordable as well.

      We also ordered fish and shrimp tacos which both were equally as good. The sauces on the table is a must with your tacos. Also have to mention how good their bean dip is which was complimentary when they serve you the tortilla chips.

      Service and ambiance is what you would expect from a local restaurant - warm and accommodating to your needs.

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      Gerardo P.
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      Dec 23, 2023

      Excellent service and great food. Enjoyed the seafood! This place was recommended by the locals. The medium ceviche was enough for 3 people.

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      Daniel B.
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      Dec 9, 2023

      Awesome! Get the amazing lobster. You won't regret it. Buttery flavorful and darn good. Happy eating.

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      Kate F.
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      Nov 11, 2022

      This was my favorite meal of my trip and I was in Mexico for 11 days. There were more locals than tourists in the restaurant which speaks to how good it is.
      We ordered a large ceviche platter, grilled seafood platter and drinks for the 4 of us and our bill was under $80 total. The same meal in the US would have been over $200.
      We honestly loved all of it and if it was closer to where we were staying then I would have gone back

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      Mae L.
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      Sep 12, 2022

      After watching numerous YouTube videos and going through Yelp - this place stood out!! I love trying locals favorite spots! My husband and I ordered the breaded shrimp tacos, this platter of seafood (tilapia, fish filet, lobster, crab, calmari, octopus, shrimp with rice and veggies) and a small ceviche. Even before the food came out they give you a plate piles high with tortilla chips and various salsas and a bowl of beans. Food was delicious and very flavorful! Would totally come back the next time in Tulum.

      Btw they accept cash only - and will convert USD & Euros for a small fee.

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      Madeline S.
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      Jan 18, 2023

      Holy seafood, this place is so clutch. No wonder it is always busy.

      We ordered the ceviche mixto and the seafood platter. It was so much delicious, fresh seafood. The octopus was so buttery and phenomenal, the fried whole fish was light and crispy to perfection. The ceviche was limey and full of fresh camarones. Even the totopos we're tasty.

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      Andre W.
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      Jul 25, 2022

      This place was located a half block away from my hotel during my recent Tulum trip. Anytime you walk by after 12pm the place has a line out the door and down the sidewalk. I decided I wold check it out on my 2nd day for lunch since the crowd wasn't so bad.

      Grabbed a seat at the front in the outside area and was welcomed with chips and very good salsa. I. had to stop or I was gonna be too full for my lunch entree.
      I wound up getting the mixed seafood ceviche which included lobster, shrimp and grilled octopus...very tasty! I killed the entire plate lol! Washed it down with a nice mai tai.
      This place is cash only so make sure you hitup the ATM before heading over. Servers are nice as well as the guys that appear to be the owner/mgr.

      Mixed seafood ceviche along with chips & salsa
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      The mixed Ceviche was amazing! (We ordered it without the snails) it comes with a huge plate of Totopos and you also get a delicous side of beans and spicey salsa. The natural waters are also very good, we tried the strawberry one and the mango one. The only negative is that it is unfortunately cash only, so you do have to come prepared (like many places in Tulum)

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