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La Pazta, which is appropriately located in La Paz, on Allende just off the Malécon is undisputedly one of our finest restaurants in Baja Sur. Norbert, a Swiss and Saul, a Mexican are the partners who created La Pazta over 10 years ago.

They worked hard to create a nuevo décor and atmosphere with exposed brick, broken unfinished walls, art deco floor and a wonderful collection of art that has evolved over the years. They really paid attention to details like the art deco dishes, glass tables and imported chairs. They were a little ahead of their time for this area, but they have stuck with it and now have an ample business of locals as well as being a favorite amongst the tourist of La Paz.   

Their cosmopolitan fair is mostly a mix of Swiss and Italian dishes. With many different pasta dishes, pizzas and fondues available, providing a wonderful option to the more standard fair restaurants found here in the Baja.

The Shrimp Gamberi, which is fettuccine pasta, with shrimp in a light cream sauce, with just a hint of orange flavor, can really excite the senses and is a favorite of many.

Another favorite I will not even begin to pronounce, is easier to describe, is the stuffed chicken breast with Gorgonzola cheese. This comes with a side of pasta and as all dinners a small green salad and great home baked bread. As mentioned before they have several Fondues including the more traditional Swiss cheese and meat fondues. These can be great fun for a group of people and can be more filling than you would expect. 

La Pazta also has a morning coffee bar for breakfast and a separate lounge that is open at night. There is a good selection of wines and some of the best cappuccinos (real imported Italian Espresso coffee) you can find the in Baja Sur. 

They also have a beautiful boutique hotel called the Mediterraneo which you will see reviewed in the BajaInsider in the future. So if you are looking for a unique and excellent dining experience while you are in La Paz be sure to stop in at La Pazta and say hi to Norbert and Saul and tell them Jaime from the BajaInsider sent you. Buen Provecho!

(Photos are typical Italian fare and do not depict specific menu items)

Hotel Mediterrane
Allende 36
23000 La Paz, BCS, Mexico
Tel/Fax 011-52 (612) 125-1195
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