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Primitivo, Ensenada, BCN

Primitivo

4.6
4.6
457 Reviews
MXN500 and over
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The Michelin Guide recommends Primitivo for its one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience that celebrates the bounty of local ingredients. Chef Carolina Jiménez has teamed up with local producers to create a menu that celebrates rustic cuisine with a touch of ingenuity and sophistication.

Kick off your evening with some fresh and succulent oysters – the perfect starter for what's in store. Next, you can choose your protein: fish or meat (duck in the autumn/winter season), both of the highest quality.

From there, you'll get to enjoy a series of dishes where each part of the main ingredient is used to the fullest. Be sure to leave room for dessert, too! Think almond tart with apples and sherry, or a soft chocolate cake with candied orange peel and smoked lavender ice cream. And don't forget to check out the seasonal cocktails and wine list!


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Country kitchen, Grill
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    646 947 8523
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Carolina Jiménez Castro
  • Catering
    We're here for you and your event! We're delighted to bring our culinary excellence wherever you choose! We're here to make sure you get the best food and drink, in whatever place you like best!
  • Private party facilities
    Come celebrate under the magic of a centennial oak tree! We've got some unique events lined up with the essence of the region, including wood-fired cooking to delight your palate.

What 457 people are saying

Primitivo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baja California

    Kid-friendly

  • Baja California

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Ensenada

    Best Service

  • Ensenada

    Best Ambiance

  • Ensenada

    Neighborhood gem

  • Ensenada

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Primitivo offers a truly "remarkable experience" with its "exquisitely crafted" menu, "outstanding" service, and enchanting ambiance under a centuries-old oak tree. The open-air kitchen and "creative menu" elevate the dining experience, while dishes like the octopus tasting menu are "memorable" and "phenomenal." Ideal for special occasions and romantic evenings.

457 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you’re looking for great food, a unique atmosphere and experience, great staff, and good value for your money then this is a great place to eat! You are set up with a 3 or 4 course menu and you have a few different types of food to choose from. We went with the beef selection and it was fantastic! It was my wedding anniversary and I wanted something different and this was just perfect. Even with outdoor eating we had a fire pit started just for us to keep warm. I definitely will do this again!

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  2. Elnopalito

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful intimate dinner at primitivo. Will return

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Baja California2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Una gran experiencia culinaria! Super recomendable!

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  4. Vanessa

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Primitivo is undoubtedly the best kept secret in VDG. We had no idea they have been here for 6 years!! So happy we were able to visit today for my husbands birthday. We have been virtually everywhere in VDG and this is definitely our new favorite. Great staff, service, food, ambiance. Cannot wait to bring our friends back later this month. Thank you Primitivo !!

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  5. Melissa

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the ambience was perfect! This is a must stop and recommend it to anyone!

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  6. Buck

    San Francisco1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Still wonderful ambience thanks to the oak tree but only white wine option was not good, clams were ok, and meat dishes were overcooked. Sad since used to be my favorite location in VdeG.

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  7. Michelle VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Peaceful and beautiful, delicious food, wine and great service! Thanks!

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  8. Rosmary

    Baja California1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente. La comida divina, muy buen servicio y atención de parte de todo el equipo, comer al aire libre, debajo de un encino fue una linda experiencia Si duda, volveré.

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  9. Ian

    San Diego1 review

    2.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    4 guests - ordered both the shared protein and vegetarian menu. Although the food was tasty - we all felt the food was rather simple / basic and unimaginative - especially for a Michelin star awarded restaurant. Service was OK - nothing special - In general, we all felt the overall experience was not worth the price.

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  10. Art

    Baja California1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Vast food, good service, would appreciate more drinks options, bathrooms need upgrade!!! Ceviche with nopal was amazing

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FAQs

Primitivo is rated 4.6 stars by 457 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Primitivo

Carretera Ensenada Tecate km 89, Col. Valle de Guadalupe, Ensenada, BCN 22766

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Valle de Guadalupe
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Country kitchen, Grill
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carolina Jiménez Castro
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    646 947 8523
  • Catering
    We're here for you and your event! We're delighted to bring our culinary excellence wherever you choose! We're here to make sure you get the best food and drink, in whatever place you like best!
  • Private party facilities
    Come celebrate under the magic of a centennial oak tree! We've got some unique events lined up with the essence of the region, including wood-fired cooking to delight your palate.
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