
WELCOME TO RESTAURANTE LAGUNA
The place where Belizean culinary traditions are celebrated, epicureans dine, and a new tradition is born. Perched waterside to the Placencia Lagoon, a full-service menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner weaves time-honored dishes with culinary innovations, for a magnetic affair helmed by acclaimed Chef Rahim. Dine inside, where mixed textures like Mayan colored-bar stools and aligned hardwood floors exude warmth, or on the trellis-shaded lagoon-facing deck, freckled with hanging plants and string lights that glow gold. With a sundowner in hand, feast on the romanticism of dusk as the setting sun slips below the majestic Maya Mountains.
CUISINE
Sequestered on the edge of the Placencia lagoon with to-die-for views of the Maya Mountains on the horizon, this is the destination for the discerning diner. At Restaurante Laguna, consider food—and the leisurely eating of it in the open air—as the tentpole of many happy returns to Umaya. Between cocktails and canapés bolstered by crisp garden herbs and fresh catch of the day from the coast, expect a fusion of a strong Caribbean inheritance intertwined with Central American savors.
MENU
BREAKFAST
Journey Cake Breakfast Sandwich US 8 | BZ 16 | Poached egg, crispy bacon, creamy hollandaise on a warm Belizean journey cake. |
Tropical Continental Breakfast US 11 | BZ 22 | Plain Mennonite yogurt, homemade granola, seasonal tropical fruits, fresh-baked cinnamon roll, toast served with tropical homemade jam and whipped butter. |
Farmer's Omelet US 11 | BZ 22 | Sauteed organic vegetables and yellow Mennonite cheddar whisked with two free-range eggs, served with toast. |
Tropical Fruit Pancakes US 11 | BZ 22 | Fluffy pancakes topped with seasonal fruits caramelized in cinnamon and brown sugar, served with crispy local bacon. |
Belizean Breakfast US 11 | BZ 22 | Coconut oil refried beans, scrambled eggs, pork sausage, served with a side of light, golden fried jacks. |
Breakfast Burrito US 11 | BZ 22 | Warm handmade flour tortillas stuffed with scrambled eggs, refried beans, Mennonite cheese, served with fresh cream and pickled habanero curtido. |
Toast US 2 | BZ 4 |
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Eggs US 2 | BZ 4 |
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Fried Jacks US 2 | BZ 4 |
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Pork Sausage US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Bacon US 3 | BZ 6 |
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LUNCH
Taquitos de Puerco US 10 | BZ 20 | Slow cooked pulled pork in handmade corn tortilla topped with pickled purple onion curtido. |
Ceviche de Mariscos US 12| BZ 24 | Lime-cured fish and shrimp tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro, served with spiced corn tortilla chips. |
Ceviche de Camaron US 12.50 | BZ 25 | Lime-cured shrimp tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumber and cilantro. Served with spiced corn tortilla chips. |
Seafood Fritters US 11 | BZ 22 | Fish, shrimp, and organic vegetables tossed in our homemade beer batter and fried golden. Served with a mango chipotle dipping sauce. |
Potato & Cheese Fried Ravioli US 9 | BZ 18 | Potato and cheese stuffed handmade ravioli, fried golden, and served with freshly made oregano tomato sauce. |
Grilled Vegetables & Toasted Peanuts US 12 | BZ 24 | Medley of grilled broccoli, green beans, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes drizzled with our house balsamic dressing and topped with toasted Belizean peanuts. |
Market Special US 12 | BZ 24 | Crisp romaine lettuce and our mix of Chef’s market finds tossed in house dressing. |
Citrus Arugula & Almond Salad US 13 | BZ 26 | Fresh slices of oranges, julienned purple onions, crushed toasted almonds, baby arugula drizzled with our homemade vinaigrette. |
Chicken US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Shrimp US 6 | BZ 12 |
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Crispy Fried Chicken US 12 | BZ 24 | Breaded chicken fillet topped with a cilantro cabbage slaw on a warm homemade bun, served with potato fries. |
Cheese & Pesto Vegetables US 13 | BZ 26 | Grilled medley of market selected vegetables brushed in basil pesto and topped with crumbled Mennonite cheese inside a homemade bun and served with crispy potato fries. |
La Laguna Cubana US 16 | BZ 32 | Thin slices of smoked pork leg, warm glazed ham slices, pickled cucumbers, and Mennonite cheese on a homemade bun served with potato fries. |
La Laguna Burger US 16 | BZ 32 | Grilled ground beef patty topped with melted Mennonite cheese crispy pork bacon, and cabbage slaw on a homemade coconut bun, served with potato fries. |
Quesillo & Chicharon Pupusas US 11 | BZ 22 | Santa Maria Village pupusas filled with locally made quesillo cheese, refried beans, and ground Belizean pork cracklings served with tomato salsa and escabeche cabbage slaw. |
Chili Pork Belly Rice Bowl US 15 | BZ 30 | Chef ‘s signature chili sauce glazed over crispy pork belly served on a bed of coconut white rice. |
Shrimp Pasta Alfredo US 21 | BZ 42 | Pan-seared farm raised shrimp and linguini pasta tossed in classic Alfredo sauce and bacon bits served with toasted baguette slices. |
Catch of the Day US 23 | BZ 46 | Fillet of the catch of the day and grilled market vegetables served with fried potato chips. |
Shrimp Basket US 15 | BZ 30 | Shrimp tossed in olive oil, seasoned flour and fried golden. Served with seasoned potato fries and mango chipotle dipping sauce. |
Fish & Chips US 21 | BZ 42 | Fresh fish fillet battered in Belikin beer batter, fried golden served with seasoned potato fries, balsamic vinegar and mango chipotle dipping sauce. |
Pez Frito US 16 | BZ 32 | Fried whole snapper served with traditional rice and beans, fried plantain, coleslaw and homemade habanero pepper sauce. |
Sunday Dinna US 15 | BZ 30 | Traditional stew chicken, rice and beans, coleslaw, fried plantain and fresh habanero pepper sauce. |
Orange & Chocolate Crepe Cake US 12 | BZ 24 | Layered chocolate crepes, filled with chocolate fudge and orange curd. Topped with whipped cream and chocolate ganache. |
Pina Colada Tiramisu US 12 | BZ 24 | Fluffy coconut cake and yogurt moistened with pineapple syrup, alternated with layers of pineapple compote and creamy mascarpone cheese base. |
Tres Leches Corn Cake US 12 | BZ 24 | Yellow corn cake served with the traditional corn flavoured three milk sauce, filled with Belgian toasted coconut cream and Swiss meringue topping. |
Four-Layer Entremet US 11 | BZ 22 | Almond dacquoise cake acts as the base with lemon mousse layered on top, followed by a layer of cashew flan, and topped with a layer of rosé wine gelatin. Garnished with a vanilla crumble. |
DINNER
Pepian Prawn Bisque US 14 | BZ 28 | Seared prawn with green plantain and marinated leeks, served in a pepian base consisting of roasted vegetables blended with pepitos, sesame seeds, peanuts, and shrimp broth. |
Pork Tail in Col US 13 | BZ 26 | Shredded smoked pork tail and crispy sweet potato served in a creamy black soup. |
Roasted Beet Salad US 9 | BZ 18 | Beet and red wine reduction poured over soft cheese on thinly sliced beets roasted with cloves. Garnished with zesty lime bean sprouts and roasted pepitos. |
Octopus Salad US 14 | BZ 28 | Seared octopus served with leafy lettuce tossed with banana pepper pulp, tomatoes, toasted peanuts, soft cheese, and a beet and wine dressing. |
Achiote Chicken and Rice US 16 | BZ 32 | Chicken is marinated in a house-made achiote rub and served with creamy rice in a red kidney bean base. Served with caramelized plantain and fresh pico de gallo. |
Truffle Oil Fish Fillet US 25 | BZ 50 | Fish fillet brushed in a habanero truffle oil, served with shrimp over a banana pepper, roasted garlic, and cauliflower puree. Garnished with a mescal and pineapple gel, toasted pepitos, and pico de gallo. |
Spinach Tamale with Prawns US 21 | BZ 42 | Seared spinach tamale served in pepian sauce, topped with citrus marinated prawn. House made tomato pepper sauce, pico de gallo, and spicy chipotle served on the side. |
Cacao Pork Chops US 25 | BZ 50 | 1 ½ cut pork chop marinated in cacao, seared and served with a cold green bean and cucumber puree, yellow corn bread, and a chocolate papaya mole. |
Beet and Red Wine Beef Rib US 27 | BZ 54 | Seared beef rib topped with a roasted yellow corn salsa, served over a roasted garlic cauliflower and banana pepper puree. Served with a bean sprout and celery stir fry and cornbread. |
Wild Berry and Sorrel Beef Tenderloin US 34 | BZ 68 | Beef tenderloin in a wild berry and sorrel red wine sauce, oyster mushrooms brushed with habanero and rosemary truffle oil, and a side of green bean and cucumber puree. |
Pasta en Crema De Yucca US 14 | BZ 28 | Grilled oyster mushrooms and shell pasta tossed in a sage and crema de yucca sauce. Served with a side of herb crostini. |
Seafood Cream of Spinach Pasta US 17 | BZ 34 | Linguine pasta tossed in a creamy spinach sauce, served with sauteed fish, shrimp, and octopus. Garnished with parmesan cheese and lime zest. Served with a side of herb crostini. |
Orange & Chocolate Crepe Cake US 12 | BZ 24 | Layered chocolate crepes, filled with chocolate fudge and orange curd. Topped with whipped cream and chocolate ganache. |
Piña Colada Tiramisu US 12 | BZ 24 | Fluffy coconut cake and yogurt moistened with pineapple flavoured syrup, alternated with layers of pineapple compote and creamy mascarpone cheese base. |
Tres Leches Corn Cake US 12 | BZ 24 | Yellow corn cake served with the traditional corn flavoured three milk sauce, filled with Belgian toasted coconut cream and Swiss meringue topping. |
Four-Layer Entremet US 11 | BZ 22 | Almond dacquoise cake acts as the base with lemon mousse layered on top, followed by a layer of cashew flan, and topped with a layer of rosé wine gelatin. Garnished with a vanilla crumble. |
WINE
Lapostelle Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile | ||
Cavalier de la Mediterranee Merlot, France | ||
Finca Ferrer Pinot Noir, Argentina | ||
Concrete Cabernet Sauvignon, California | ||
Maison Les Alexandrins Crozes-Hermitage Syrah, France | ||
Ultimo Nativo Malbec, Argentina | ||
Mont’albano Organic Pinot Grigio, Italy | ||
M.Chapoutier Belleruche Rosé, France | ||
Orelle Rosé, France | ||
Cavalier de la Méditerranée Chardonnay Pays, France | ||
Rippey Sauvignon Blanc, California | ||
Villa Antinori Bianco, Italy | ||
Amplus Chardonnay, Chile | ||
Sartori Love Story DOC Prosecco, Italy | ||
Sentio DOC Prosecco, Italy | ||
Perlino Prosecco Brut, Italy | ||
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut, France | ||
Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, France | ||
Buena Vista Zinfandel, California | ||
Cambria Pinot Noir, California | ||
Rutherford Hill Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, California | ||
CK Mondavi Family Select Chardonnay, California | ||
Ferrari-Carano Sauvignon Blanc, California | ||
DRINKS
Espresso Shot US 6 | BZ 12 |
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Americano US 6 | BZ 12 |
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Cappuccino US 7 | BZ 14 |
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Latte US 7 | BZ 14 |
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Mochaccino US 6 | BZ 12 |
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Macchiato US 6 | BZ 12 |
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French Vanilla US 5 | BZ 10 |
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Choco Milk US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Hot Chocolate US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Hot/Iced Tea US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Iced Coffee US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Regular/Decaf Coffee US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Glass Milk US 6 | BZ 12 |
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Watermelon US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Pineapple US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Orange US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Lime US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Sorrel US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Cranberry US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Fruit Punch US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Shirley Temple US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Smoothie US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Coconut Water US 5 | BZ 10 |
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Room Service available at a fee of $5 USD plus tax. |
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Laguna Sunset US 14 | BZ 28 | Disaronno, raspberry vodka, house infused roasted spiced pineapple syrup, lime juice, and mint, shaken and strained over ice. Garnished with caramelized cinnamon stick. |
Laughing Bird US 12 | BZ 24 | Raspberry vodka, mango, and lime juice is blended and layered with freshly pureed dragon fruit. Garnished with lime. |
Cucumber Veritas US 9 | BZ 18 | Bombay gin, lime juice, mint leaves, and blended cucumber shaken and strained over ice. Topped with soda water. Garnished with cucumber. |
Mai Legacy US 10 | BZ 20 | Bombay gin, house infused roasted pineapple syrup, lime juice, turmeric powder, and passionfruit shaken and poured over ice. |
Salida del Sol US 12 | BZ 24 | House-made pineapple infused rum, lime juice, basil and pineapple syrup, and pineapple juice shaken and strained over ice and topped with Bacardi rum and sorrel juice. Garnished with torched pineapple. |
Ix Chel US 12 | BZ 24 | Tito’s vodka, sparkling wine, passion fruit puree, lime juice, and simple syrup shaken and strained. Garnished with a caramelized passion fruit. |
Espresso Rumtini US 11 | BZ 22 | Khalua, house infused cinnamon and anise rum, cinnamon syrup, espresso, and grated chocolate shaken with ice. Garnished with chocolate. |
The Alchemist US 11 | BZ 22 | Copalli white rum, simple syrup, orange juice, and lime juice shaken and poured over ice. Garnished with pepitos on an orange twist. |
United and Strong US 11 | BZ 22 | Vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, house made pineapple tepache, shaken and strained over ice with smoked cinnamon. 2024 Winner of Battle of the Bartenders |
El Dueño US 13 | BZ 26 | Maker’s Mark bourbon, house made cinnamon syrup, bitters, and cinnamon stick stirred, smoked, and strained over ice. |
Laguna Rum Punch US 8 | BZ 16 | Craboo infused rum, sorrel juice, orange juice, and simple syrup. |
Roasted Pineapple Cinnamon Colada US 8 | BZ 16 | Cinnamon-anise infused rum, roasted pineapple infused rum, coconut cream and fresh pineapple. |
Cinnamon Spiced Fusion US 8 | BZ 16 | Cinnamon-anise infused rum, orange juice, and lemongrass syrup. |
Room Service available at a fee of $5 USD plus tax |
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Old Fashioned US 12.50 | BZ 25 | Sugar and bitters are muddled and combined with bourbon or rye. |
Negroni US 11 | BZ 22 | Italian bitters, Campari, and vermouth gently stirred with gin. |
Classic Mojito US 10 | BZ 20 | Fresh mint leaves are muddled with rum and cane sugar, built and topped off with club soda and a dash of bitters. |
Classic Margarita US 10 | BZ 20 | Tequila is shaken with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur served on the rocks with a salted rim. |
Martini US 14 | BZ 28 | Vodka, dry vermouth, orange bitters stirred and strained into a chilled glass. |
Belikin Beer US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Belikin Stout US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Lighthouse US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Landshark US 4 | BZ 8 |
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Guinness US 5 | BZ 10 |
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Soda Water US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Sprite US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Red Fanta US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Orange Fanta US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Coke US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Coke Zero US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Ginger Ale US 3 | BZ 6 |
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Bottled Water US 3 | BZ 6 |
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RESTAURANT INFORMATION
Opening Hours
7:00am to 9:00pm
Dining Times
- Breakfast
7:00am to 10:00am
- Lunch
12:00pm to 3:00pm
- Dinner
5:30pm
8:00pm
Reservations encouraged
Call +501-523-3867


