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From award-winning restaurants to the trendiest new hotspots, your table is waiting at over 10 top spots across the city.
Alux Restaurante
Contemporary Mexican•Playa del Carmen / Riviera MayaThis hidden gem in a millennia-old cavern brings you a magical and unique culinary experience. Beneath the stalactites, the restaurant features a high-end menu based on sustainable fishing and Caribbean dishes. Among the highlights is a golden tomahawk steak covered in 24-karat gold leaves. The romantically lit interiors invite you to relax while sipping mezcal or tequila cocktails. Complete your visit with a tasting of three mezcals from the Montelobos house.
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Mediterranean•Playa del Carmen / Riviera MayaIdeal for a relaxed and casual meal, their specialties include filet mignon, duck tacos, grilled octopus, and mussels in garlic white wine sauce. For a complete experience, opt for the 4-course tasting menu, which incorporates the chef's most iconic dishes, allowing you to sample a varied selection of the signature creations. This restaurant offers a perfect combination of French flavors in a cozy atmosphere.
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Contemporary Mexican•Playa del Carmen / Riviera MayaChef Carlos Gaytán, awarded with a Michelin Star in Chicago, launched a gastronomic experience at Hotel Xcaret in 2018 that celebrates his roots and love for cooking. His 9-course tasting menu blends national products with French techniques, offering dishes that change with the seasons and are paired with exceptional wines. It promises a spectacular culinary experience where flavor and sophistication come together in a dazzling setting.
View full availabilityMICHELIN 1 Star
2024
Cocina de Autor at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Creative Western•Playa del Carmen / Riviera MayaDine at sunset over the sea at this Michelin-starred signature restaurant, created by chefs Mikel Alonso, Bruno Oteiza, and Nahúm Velasco. Their 9-course menu stands out for the quality of ingredients, featuring must-try dishes like the Mexican bald pork loin, marrow with caviar, and the catch of the day. The combination of exceptional flavors and a stunning setting ensures a memorable gastronomic experience, perfect for special occasions in a sophisticated natural ambiance.
View full availabilityMICHELIN 1 Star
2024
Ilios Cancun
Greek•CancúnLet yourself be surprised at Ilios Cancun, where the flavors of Greece merge with the charm of the Caribbean. The spectacular views are combined with award-winning interior design. Under an impressive wooden tree, savor hummus, tzatziki, ceviche, spanakopita, gyritos, and souvlaki in this unique place. Additionally, the atmosphere comes alive with a live DJ and a Greek show on the terrace, creating an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Seafood•CancúnIf you love a good beach sunset, Navío is the perfect place to dine with spectacular views of the lagoon. Tuck into octopus carpaccio with white wine, followed by coconut shrimp and a seafood soup with guajillo chili. At Navío, each dish celebrates the freshness of the sea in an idyllic setting.
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Mexican•TulumThis Caribbean jungle paradise treats diners to an unparalleled culinary experience. Chef José Luis Hinostroza's cuisine, recognized by World's 50 Best LATAM and the MICHELIN guide, stands out for its elegant preparations and spectacular presentation. Standout dishes include octopus with longaniza sausage, tlayuda with mushroom chicharrón and mole, and smoked trout tostada. The tasting menu highlights Mayan flavors with sophisticated presentations. Additionally, the cocktail selection, applauded by The World's 50 Best Bars, is a bonus.
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Argentinean•TulumCasa Banana, inspired by the Argentine barbecue, is a recommendation from the MICHELIN Guide for its exceptional gastronomic experience. Here, everything is cooked over wood fire in the open air, even the desserts. It offers a warm, rustic space immersed in nature, where fire and wood enhance each dish. Enjoy cuts of meat fresh off the grill accompanied by wood-fired beets with goat cheese, and slow-cooked lamb ravioli with porcini mushroom sauce and parmigiano-reggiano. Finish your meal with a grilled apple and coconut cream.
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Regional Mexican•Puerto MorelosIn a palapa by the sea in Puerto Morelos, chef Daniel Ovadía serves fresh Caribbean fish and seafood, mainly cooked over wood fire. Standouts include octopus in recado negro, wood-fired fish, and short rib with chichilo negro. Enjoy panoramic views from the terrace or the colorful interior while exploring a menu of cocktails, mezcal, wine, and Mexican craft beer. This restaurant combines exceptional flavors with a vibrant atmosphere.
View full availabilityMICHELIN Bib Gourmand
2024
Le Chique
Contemporary Mexican•CancúnChef Jonatán Gómez Luna offers his diners a unique culinary experience based on local products and a journey through Mexico. His rigorous technique, design, and storytelling have earned him a Michelin Star and recognition from The World's 50 Best Restaurants. Standouts on his menu include the reinvented Caesar salad, sikil pak, and chichilo negro, each reflecting his mastery and creativity in the kitchen.
View full availabilityMICHELIN 1 Star
2024