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Desertu

Calle Degollado, Todos Santos, Mexico
612-145-0199
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Ranked #29 of 55 restaurants in Todos Santos
Price range: 17 AUD - 31 AUD
Cuisines: Seafood, Spanish, Pizza & Pasta, Basque
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Description: Desertu offers Spanish and Basque cuisine along side rustic wood-fired pizzas and pasta.
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Calgary, AB, Canada
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32 reviews 32 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

I'm so sorry to write this review, but it has to be done... We've been coming to Todos Santos for 6 years, and when Desertu was called Il Giardino it was absolutely fabulous, under both the first and second owners. Then it changed hands again, and was re-named Desertu. We tried it last May 2012 and were disappointed, but upon... More

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2012

The Basque Style Green Sauce Fish & Clams, is probably one of the best dishes we ever had, It is a unique style, trust me. We drive from La Paz every week just to enjoy his dishes. I wish this restaurant was in Cabo.

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Oceanside, California
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2012

We were aiming for another restaurant that turned out to be closed for the week and were happily surprised at how good everything was, inparticular the pizzas. They have a sweet outdoor space with fans and twinle lights. The service was amazing, probably beccause we were the only ones there. Our ceasar salad was delicious and were were able to... More

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Seattle
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14 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2012

Todos Santos is surprisingly rich with dining options. Selections extend far beyond traditional Mexican cuisine, and our first outing here came at the Basque-themed Desertu. The menu here looked very promising, with enticing tapas like duck tacos in tamarind sauce and lamb sausage. With the smell of the wood-fired grill filling up the restaurant, I was really excited for my... More

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Portland, Oregon
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88 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 53 cities Reviews in 53 cities
328 helpful votes 328 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

IL Giardino Pizzeria & Trattoria is a delightful eatery in Todos Santos. This restaurant is in the process of changing their name to Desertu, and changing the focus of their menu offerings. This means shifting the focus from Italian to Baja Basque. What the restaurant had been known for is their thin crust, wood-fired pizzas. They continue to offer the... More

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SAskatchewan, Canada
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Very friendly owners but the food was disappointing!

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Marina del Rey
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011 via mobile

We had heard great things about the new chef, but we're disappointed in our meal. The spaghetti carbonara was gluey in consistency and bland in flavor. The catch of the day, while very fresh and perfectly cooked, was in the traditional Baja style with, for me, too much oily butter and slightly bitter garlic. The service was delightful and we... More

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San Jose del Cabo
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2011

It was my Moms birthday and we decided to try something new in TS we had the 6 course dinner it was just perfect, (the pre fix menu is only every other week) Carmen is the best hostess cant wait to go back!!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2011 via mobile

What a Great surprise ! We Thought it would be another italian restaurant. And we met the chef/owner jose from Spain and his beautiful wife Carmen from Mexico city. He has a great talent for cooking amazing fish and pizza. She is great at attending guests. It is a must if you pass by Todos Santos. And price is excellent.

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Hacienda Todos Los Santos
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2011

Im Just arriving from dinner at Il Giardino and I must say I am blownaway!! The owner Anna, made me a special White truffle pizza with provolone Cheese and I will allow myself to say It was the best pizza I have ever had!.. In addition to their specialties they have a very nice and comforting menu which includes all... More

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