The Brigantine

Brigantine is one of Pedregal's most popular resort restaurants - it is set just off the oculus-topped lobby at Playa Grande - with a menu that showcases traditional Mexican specialties and fresh local seafood. Diners can sample generous helpings of shrimp and lobster, including molcajetes (a molcajete is a traditional mortar-style stone bowl) stuffed with fish, lobster, shrimp, avocado and melted cheese. Steaks and pastas are also available, including delicious house lasagna. The appointments are upscale casual, with marble floors and hacienda-style accents. Dinner is usually accompanied by live music, and if you reserve in advance, you receive a complimentary bottle of house wine.