I was so excited to try Carlos Valdez’s new restaurant, as I am a huge fan of Tatanka and take out-of-town guests there regularly. The food was excellent (5 stars), and the service was horrible (1 star), probably the worst I’ve experienced in Baja. There were only three tables, yet it took about 30 minutes to get our drinks. The cocktails were fresh and delicious. After 45 minutes, we still had not been given food menus. I waived down a server who seemed surprised. The menu was two separate pages and confusing. Different specials, sides and desserts on both one-sided sheets of paper. We had to ask which specials were appetizers since the word entrada/entrantes wasn’t used. About 90 minutes into the experience, our cocktail glasses were empty, and we had never been offered water. We asked for a wine list and waters when the appetizers arrived. About 30 minutes later, after we were finished with the first course, we asked for the wine list yet again. We ordered two bottles of wine right as the main courses arrived, a white and a rose. Both were barely cool, so we had to ask for more ice. My husband saw the waiter putting single ice cubes into the marble bottle holder at the bar. Neither of the servers who waited on us seemed like they have ever worked in a restaurant or been properly trained. When we asked for more water, they brought a tray of new glasses rather than using a pitcher to refill. The Thai fish bowl was exceptional, one of the best dishes I’ve enjoyed in my four years of living in La Paz. The baked cheese appetizer was very good and unusual. My friends also loved their seafood carpaccio. The side of creamed spinach with bacon was to die for. The octopus was hit and miss—we ordered one as an appetizer and two as main courses. The second two tasted like they’d been prepared with the first order and then sat in the kitchen for an hour until the rest of our food was ready. Three hours into this mess of a dinner, we were begging for our check. Another disappointment was the grounds. This new restaurant is located at an exclusive boutique hotel, Orchid House, which was once the Governor’s Residence. The fact that Orchid House is a chain with at least four hotels in luxurious Mexican destinations means there is no excuse for the service or the state of the facilities at Orchid House Baja. Rooms go for more than $500 USD per night, yet the lobby bathrooms are outdated and falling apart. One sink was missing in the men’s room, one stall out of service and the hand soap they are providing was shampoo. What a shame for such a beautiful outdoor dining setting by the sea. Before we received our check, a construction worker with a caulk gun started working on the bar. They are clearly not ready to host guests and should not be taking reservations. At the prices they charge, there is no room for error. I was embarrassed that I brought my friends there. I wrote a letter to Chef Valdez after the meal and learned that he hasn’t been associated with the place in seven months even though is name is promoted on their OpenTable. I look forward to updating my review once the chef and management confirm they have resolved the litany of issues here.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Food: 5
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 3
Freshly opened Beach club in La Paz, Baja California Sur. We were walking around and suddenly found this brand new place. We were greatly surprised by the calm, beauty and great service of this beach club. Rented a couple of coaches in front of the sea and enjoyed a dinner while seeing the sunset. We even swim on the sea at night, amazing experience!
5 stars
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$1,000+
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
We loved the beach club at orchid house. The services was amazing and we had the best meal with an amazing view. I will definitely come back. The most amazing place to stay in La Paz.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Very nice beach club at beautiful white sand beach. Food was amazing, very friendly service. Will go back for sure
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$300–400
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Estuve hospedada en el maravilloso Orchid House y cenamos aquí. Comenzaré diciendo que los precios son muy altos para la porción, la calidad y el sabor de los alimentos. Pedimos de entrada las ostras Bermejo y percibimos que no tenían un sabor fresco. De plato fuerte una arrachera y hamburguesa con papas donde la calidad de la carne era pésima, aparte que las papas gajo estaban crudas.
La atención es muy cálida pero les falta estar más presentes, ya que pasaba tiempo sin que nadie vigilara nuestra mesa.
Las vistas son espectaculares y el ambiente muy tranquilo, pero falta muchísimo mejorar los alimentos.
Food: 2
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
Excelente restaurante con el menu curado por el chef Carlos Valdez. Super recomendacion para todos los que esten en la paz. Planazo en el restaurante de un hotel muy elegante y exclusivo.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$700–800
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Excelente comida! Todo muy rico! excelente servicio y ambiente, Perfecto para ir en pareja o con familia, además tienen acceso a una playa hermosa. Sin duda regresaría! Lo recomiendo 100%
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
La comida está muy buena pero las porciones son muy pequeñas para el costo, igual que las bebidas, de allí en fuera todo bien.
Price per person
$300–400
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5
