Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Cancun / Riviera Maya

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Nektar at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.8

4.8 (570)

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

Top review

James Gardner

Dined 6 days ago

The decor of the restaurant was so very unique and beautiful that it made our expectations even higher than they were! And the restaurant definitely delivered! Unique Yucatán influences were there and we took advantage of that! Nektar is a winner all around!

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4.8

4.8 (291)

MXN310 to MXN500

Thai

Tulum

About the restaurant

Our Thai restaurant offers tantalizing, authentic flavors balancing fragrant herbs and spices with fresh coconut milk to produce traditional dishes that have made Mezzanine an iconic Tulum spot for the last 20 years. Combine this with sweeping panoramic views of Tulum's beach, relaxed house music, and exceptional service and you have the unmistakable Mezzanine vibe.
We also serve up healthy breakfasts and a casual beach menu.
*Important arrival Information*
We are located within a natural area, which requires a fee dedicated to the preservation of flora and fauna. This amount will be deducted from your consumption. Access for combustion vehicles is not permitted; only electric vehicles are allowed. Our parking space is limited, so we recommend contacting us or arriving by taxi or transportation service. Transportation is available within the area to facilitate mobility. General access hours to the natural area are 7AM-5PM; outside these hours, entry is allowed only with reservation.

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Erica

Dined 5 days ago

Absolute perfect experience. The authentic Thai cuisine was so delicious, service was fantastic and the views breath taking. We will be back!

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Casitas | Kempinski Hotel Cancún

4.7

4.7 (464)

MXN500 and over

International

Cancún

About the restaurant

Casitas invites you to enjoy an exceptional culinary experience in the most exclusive setting in Cancun. Located at the water's edge, our restaurant offers a fusion of fresh sea and land flavors, grilled to perfection, all accompanied by the gentle murmur of the waves and a starlit sky.

Our traditional palapas transform into cozy private beachside retreats, creating the perfect ambiance for an intimate dinner with friends or a memorable celebration with that special someone. Casitas is also the ideal setting for marriage proposals, ensuring an unforgettable moment.

For more details, please contact our restaurant reservations line. Please note that Casitas operates depending on weather conditions.

Important: To reserve a private casita, you must book the OpenTable Experience or contact the restaurant directly. Individual casitas are available for $1,950.00 MXN per reservation max 10 people per cabana.

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MonicaAVIP

Dined on Jan 7, 2025

We truly enjoyed great food and wonderful services. Highly recommend restaurant!

Navios

4.7

4.7 (945)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Cancún

About the restaurant

NAVIOS is situated on one of the most picturesque docks over the Nichupté Lagoon, offering breathtaking of the Caribbean´s most stunning sunsets. It is the ideal setting to showcase the abundant and diverse offerings of seafood through our culinary concept "Mexican Fusion Seafood Cuisine".

Here, our chef's creations are celebrated not only for their exquisite presentation but also for the extraordinary flavors derived from our carefully selected regional and ingredients. This culminates in an unforgettable gastronomic experience for all our customers .

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Jennifer

Dined 1 day ago

Food is always amazing. Service is great. Watching the sunset is beautiful.

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4.7

4.7 (163)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Ziggy Restaurant Beach Club: offering delicious, signature Mexican cuisine from breakfast through dinner, with authentic recipes crafted from fresh, local, and organic ingredients.

Live music every night from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

Beach Club: Minimum spend of 75USD per person. Open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Valid from December 2024 to May 2025.

Available services:

Beach towel rentals
Showers
Pool table
Hammock area
Restrooms

Rates may vary by season. Beach Club reservations available from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm; after this time, access is subject to availability.

Top review

ToddVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely beachfront restaurant with yummy mexican food!

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Experience

VIERNES | Salsa Dancing Class

Taboo Cancun

4.7

4.7 (2740)

MXN500 and over

Mediterranean

Cancún

About the restaurant

By Grupo RosaNegra
Taboo is a Mediterranean restaurant in Cancun that offers a unique gastronomic proposal, with artisanal cuisine and a selection of exclusive seafood, which you can accompany with signature mixology and champagne, one of the brand's most representative drinks.

Enjoy the experience every night with the exceptional happenings of the live saxophonist and violinist that transform dinner into a non-stop celebration with the rhythm of the resident DJ, and sparklers at each of the tables.

Discover Taboo Cancun on the hotel zone km 13.5, and celebrate your birthday and special events in one of the most distinguished brands of Grupo RosaNegra.

Top review

Mike

Dined 2 days ago

Simply AMAZING. We love it every time we eat there.

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Piaggia Playa del Carmen

4.7

4.7 (223)

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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Kelly

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

We had a wonderful dinner at Piaggia. It is a small-medium sized open air restaurant. The music is the perfect level, service was great, and all of the food was delicious. We hope to go back.

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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

Puerto Santo

4.6

4.6 (123)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Cancún

About the restaurant

Ignite your senses! ✨ ⚓ Puerto Santo ⚓✨ a family restaurant by the sea. Come and delight your palate with seafood of the highest quality, our international cuisine has the best flavors designed for you, accompanied by an exquisite wine cellar and signature mixology. Enjoy a beautiful evening in the moonlight! 🌊 Live the experience and taste the authentic taste of the Caribbean Sea! 🌊

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Incredible restaurant. Food was amazing. Staff was excellent. Would highly recommend

Restaurante Lorenzillo's

4.5

4.5 (1625)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Cancún

About the restaurant

Lorenzillo’s opens its doors and invites you to explore their indoor and outdoor space. Lorenzillo’s is built entirely on the Nichupte lagoon. Beautiful details are present in all the restaurant.

Lorenzilo’s abre sus puertas y le invita a recorrer sus espacios por dentro y por fuera. Lorenzillo’s está edificado completamente sobre las aguas de la laguna Nichupté. Hermosos detalles están presentes en todo el restaurante.

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ClaudiaVIP

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

We had delicious food and Israel was great with the service!

Tseen Ja by AZULIK

3.7

3.7 (319)

MXN500 and over

Japanese Speciality

Tulum

About the restaurant

Tseen-Ja pays homage to the culinary culture of the Land of the Rising Sun. The chefs skillfully and respectfully create dishes that harmonize flavors to perfection using fresh, seasonal ingredients and ancestral Japanese methods.

Each bite is enjoyed serenely in this lush natural setting, from high in the treetops. This sensory experience allows you to enjoy Japanese cuisine uniquely, taking time to appreciate each flavor and texture.

- Reservations must be changed at Open Table 24 hours in advance or a cancellation fee of MXN 1000 per person will be charged
- 15 minutes tolerance to the reserved time
- The use of professional cameras and drones is not allowed.
- Adults only
- Elegant casual attire (no swimsuits, we do not recommend high heels)

Top review

Omar

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

This place is perfect to have a date with friends or celebrate a special occasion, we celebrated our anniversary and they were very kind with us.

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