Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Nektar at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.8

4.8 (558)

MXN310 to MXN500

Regional Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Nektar is a restaurant that serves specialties of the region. Located in the Vidanta - Cirque du Soleil Theater Complex, it offers typical dishes from the State of Yucatan and spectacular cocktails

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Sharon

Dined 6 days ago

Love Nektar! Highly recommend. My favorite spot on Vidanta Maya Riviera.

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4.8

4.8 (112)

MXN500 and over

American

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Inspired by the strength and mythology of the animal behind the name, Tauro elegantly combines Mexican ingredients with classic steakhouse techniques and recipes. Rooted in excellence and authenticity, Tauro sources the best cuts and vegetables, elevating them with well-seasoned and deeply flavored sauces. The steakhouse features an in-house dry-aging program, raw bar and prime steak cuts. With handcrafted, top-shelf cocktails and a Martini Bar inspired by famous tastemakers, Tauro blends savage & sophistication for a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

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Charles

Dined 4 days ago

Great ambiance, service was impeccable. Steaks were ok have had better, but nicely prepared. Was way over priced for what we had. If you do dine here you won’t get much change out of $125 US per person and that’s without any starters or desserts! Won’t be rushing back.

Piaggia Playa del Carmen

4.8

4.8 (215)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mediterranean

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Delight in the exquisite Mediterranean Italian cuisine in the heart of Playa del Carmen. Piaggia Ristorante offers a unique culinary experience with chef-crafted dishes and selections perfectly designed to captivate your senses.

Enjoy unparalleled gastronomic excellence paired with the best service and a breathtaking direct view of the Caribbean Sea.

All of this in a welcoming atmosphere that will completely enchant you. Discover the magic of the Italian coast at Piaggia Ristorante, your gourmet destination in Playa del Carmen.

Piaggia, ranked as one of the city's best restaurants with top ratings on various platforms, come and sample the exquisite and creative dishes from our renowned Chef Eugenio Villafaña. We look forward to welcoming you!

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW FAVORITE PLACE, WELCOME TO PIAGGIA

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Andres

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

All good in general , great experience celebrating a birthday

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Experience

DESTILADOS 2X1 DE 1:00 A 6:00 PM

Experience

ESPUMOSO Y POSTRE EN LOS CUMPLEAÑOS!

Experience

LIMONCELLO SPRITZ 2X1

Toro at The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya

4.8

4.8 (58)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Latin

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

TORO by Chef Richard Sandoval aims to create an elevated but approachable, contemporary, and global expression of Latin cooking without borders. The menus use ingredients from Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela – the whole spread of both Central and South America.

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Brenda

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Service and food was excellent. Very attentive. Friendly.

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Experience

Drunch

Tramonto at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.8

4.8 (962)

MXN310 to MXN500

Italian

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Experience a taste of Italy at Tramonto. Chef Luis Angel Torres Casarubias champions a creative menu that features a rich mix of American and Italian cuisine. Visit with a friend for dinner and indulge in a delicious made-to-order pasta dish or some juicy prime rib. Stop by the bar for some wine or a lively cocktail. Located in the Vidanta Riviera Maya resort, this upscale restaurant is an ideal pick for a romantic date. The restaurant is a popular pick for many tourists and comes with an outdoor smoking area. Tramonto is open Monday to Sunday.

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Andrew

Dined 2 days ago

We ate here twice during our stay. Everything we ordered was delicious.

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Popular dish

RIB EYE

Ha' - Playa del Carmen

4.8

4.8 (274)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

HA’ Restaurant
The first restaurant in Xcaret to be awarded a Michelin Star. Also honored with 5 AAA Diamonds for its exceptional service.

Carlos Gaytán, the first Mexican chef with a Michelin Star both inside and outside of Mexico, presents HA’, a unique proposal in Contemporary Mexican Cuisine in Riviera Maya. With a 9-course tasting menu in which, Carlos shows us that flavors, textures and temperatures are elements that tell us a surprising story and help us learn about his love for his roots.

When you think you have found your favorite dish Gaytán’s inspiration proposes new creations as the seasons change, ensuring your experiences are always unique and different. Come and have a unique culinary experience at Hotel Xcaret Mexico

Cost of experiences with just wine $3,800 MXN and without wine $2,900, experiences just for adults +18 years old, with dress code (no shorts and no flip flops/no sandals). Pay just credit or debit card.

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Mitul

Dined 7 days ago

This was an amazing experience. The wine pairings were excellent and I didn’t realize there were so many good Mexican wines of this high caliber in both red and white. I’m vegetarian and so I was not full after this meal but my wife and her brother do eat meat and they were stuffed. A filet mignon is more filling than the same size piece of eggplant. So the value for a vegetarian was not as good as other high end tasting meals that I have had. But the taste of the food, the presentation, the wait staff, the ambience of the restaurant, even the bathrooms were awesome.

Ilios - Playa del Carmen

4.6

4.6 (720)

MXN500 and over

Greek

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Ilios honra los diferentes matices de la gastronomía tradicional griega al llevar la cocina de todas las regiones de Grecia a un nuevo nivel de elegancia y sofisticación en medio de una decoración inspirada en el paisaje conspicuo y la belleza escarpada de la península griega.

Un oasis de cocina mediterránea moderna influenciado por la comida y la cultura griega, un lugar donde la gastronomía mediterránea converge con el buen gusto, representando lo mejor que la cultura griega tiene para ofrecer.

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LarryVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Outstanding food. Excellent service. The atmosphere is very lively, especially starting at 8 pm when they parade dancers through the dining room to get everyone amped up — kind of like at a wedding dinner/reception.

Gong at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.6

4.6 (711)

MXN500 and over

Asian

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Take a culinary tour through the orient at Gong. Located within the elegant grounds of the Vidanta Riviera Maya luxury resort, this restaurant serves fusion Asian cuisine in charming surroundings. Helmed by Chef Gualberto V�zquez, the menu features Far East favorites like sushi, lobster rolls and peking duck. Diners can also enjoy a selection of sashimi and soup. It also includes select gluten-free dishes for diners who prefer this option. Gong provides a savory alternative to contemporary Mexican fare. The restaurant�s spacious interior features linen-covered tables, soft overhead lighting and Asian-inspired d_cor. Gong is open for dinner every day.

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Mary Lea

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Our food and services were excellent but our table location was horrible

Alux Restaurante

4.4

4.4 (2011)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Alux is a restaurant inside a natural cave. A unique place to enjoy a magical evening. The creation and formation of the cave is ancient. In this environment of true underground palaces decorated with unique stalactites and stalagmites you can enjoy a natural spectacle. With a capacity of more than 250 guests, our cavern has various environments designed for you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, all accompanied by our haute cuisine and mixology that distinguishes us in this region of the Riviera Maya.

Service only for dinners. À la carte service. Entry with reservation. Dress Code: Smart Casual. Kitchen closes at 11:00 pm. Payments are accepted with Cash, Credit and Debit Card AMEX, MasterCard and Visa. Children welcome. Smoking area. There is no corkage.

Minimum consumption $1,000.00 pesos per person.

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Sinuhe

Dined 3 days ago

One of the greatest restaurants in playa the food was delicious I tried the octopus, the salmon and the venison, all of them very tasty as dessert I’ve tried the bananas and they’re amazing!!! Also the drinks were with natural fruit and the mixology was incredible. The environment was very comfy and the servers super servicial I ask for the fans to turned off and they were super polite to do it, also they explain us all the food. The place was gorgeous super clean and the caves were beautiful to take pictures I was there from 7-8:30 so there was no much people took the time to take amazing shots. I didn’t knew they were private tables, because of that I didn’t booked one of those, but I recommend 100% to check out the “private” rooms cause they are gorgeous!!! Overall the experience was incredible and the food amazing I recommend this place 100%

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Sonora Prime Playa del Carmen

4.5

4.5 (509)

MXN500 and over

Fine cuts

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

On the famous Fifth Avenue of Playa del Carmen steps from the beach and near Coco Bongo and Coralina Daylight Club. Indulge yourself with its delicate selection of ingredients and prime quality cuts such as New York, Rib Eye, Porterhouse, Tomahawk, Cowboy, and exclusive Kobe cuts with a high level of marbling, tenderness, juiciness, unique texture, and flavor that guarantees an unparalleled sensory delight. Every day, enjoy double drinks and signature mixology. If you prefer wine, discover Punto Medio, the house wine that offers Malbec, Selection, Rosé Malbec, and White Chardonnay; designed to achieve exceptional pairing.

Fascinate yourself with our signature mixology, elegant, innovative, and refreshing blends of aromas and flavors that will surprise your senses.

At Sonora Prime Playa del Carmen, the experience is for everyone. The youngest ones are welcome with a kids' menu while they enjoy recreational activities with educational carts or have fun in the playr

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BryanVIP

Dined 2 days ago

A little too loud and you could definitely get new steak knives since it was difficult to cut the steaks

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