Hidden gem in Playa…read more Authentic Spanish tapas. We ordered a variety of items and every one was delicious. The sangria is amazing and so was the service. Did I mention this place is super inexpensive? When in Playa and looking for something other than Mexican food this is the place

We came here to escape the heat and have some beer. Next to our table, there was a group of women…read morewith kids clearly having a great time. It was nice to see after a year of quarantine. We ordered our beer but also got the tortilla espanola. I've never had one I was blown away by but this was delicious. It was a little salty but the balance of egg and potato and the texture was perfect. It made the beer go down faster. The toast on the side came with a garlic cream which was so delicious, we had to ask for a side of it. Food, service and ambiance were great. I would definitely come back.

Amazing experience here for the last night of my trip this past week. Food service and ambiance was…read morespot on. Bread and the empanada they give you for free is soooo bomb! Restaurant was recommended by my hostel staff at Che playa suites. Soo happy she recommended it this place is a true gem! Paella was a 9/10, loved the chicken thigh in the Valencia! So cheap too!!! 15 dollars for a whole paella entree! Highly recommend and will definitely be back next time In town.

Service was good, house wine was good, garlic shrimp was awesome and the eggplant appetizer was…read moredelicious. Chicken paella has limited, rice, 2 small chicken wines and 2 small legs.

Hidden gem! There isn't much street appeal in the entrance, but take a chance and go upstairs to…read morethe bar for amazing views and good drinks.

A wine bar with great live music. They do free appetizers on Sunday night, so it's a perfect spot…read morefor hanging out with friends and sharing a bottle of wine. While I've only ever had the free appetizers, there is an actual dinner menu with proper Italian dishes. It's a bit pricey, so I'd treat a full meal here as a bit of a splurge. The staff - Eric especially - are all super friendly and awesome. They're always happy to accommodate a big group, even when they have to cobble together the tables!

Colloquially known just as "38th", this is probably one of the nicest bars in Playa that isn't…read moreexclusive or hidden behind a resort. Early evening vibe is chill, and they usually have 2-for-1 drink specials. The margaritas in particular are quite good, although they could be served in bigger glasses. The food is mostly bar items and tapas, but they're cheap and tasty. They have a handful of different taquitos with humorous names (i.e. impossible to translate) like "The Golden Chicken". Enjoy that. Late night brings in live music and a much more energetic atmosphere. By midnight the place is usually packed. Pro Tip: Watch the entrance; there's a rock path over a (real) pond that's easy to overlook and fall into, especially late at night!

Great Spanish food. Go for the meat on a stone. The atmosphere is very chill with light music…read more Staff extremely friendly

Very welcoming owners and staff , very nice ambience, we ordered tortilla española, arroz ( paella)…read morenegra, paella de pollo food was excellent. Sangria was awesome and the appetizer on the house was a bruschetta with octopus, this was our second time at pinxeria para negra, and we definitely will go back. Their prices are reasonable If you are in playa del Carmen and want good Spanish food you should go to this place.

Great experience last Friday night at this Michinlin Bib restaurant. So glad I stopped by this…read moreplace is bomb and super not pretentious! Wish I got the tasting menu but I opted for 3 of the specialties instead and they were delicious... Tasting menu is best value tho! I got the raw trout sashimi thing and it was by far the best plate of the meal (first dish/appetizer) , then got the shrimp flautas (good not amazing) then I got the trout loin for the entree (good not amazing) Skinny marg was perfect and so was the waitress! Would recommend and go back but like I said I would for sure do with the 6 or 8 course tasting menu!

Okay, where do I start…read more I made a reservation about a month before our trip, they were already pretty booked so I made a 4:45pm. I somehow missed that the coursed meal doesn't start until 6...and we didn't realize until same day. They couldn't rebook us until 9PM but told us to swing by early to see if they could get us in AND THEY DID. It was a Christmas miracle. And I'm glad they did because the whole experience was about 2.5 hours from start to finish. The place isn't very big, but is beautiful inside. They have an awesome bar and and open kitchen so you can see everything. It's a really neat place. We were seated pretty quick once they got the table cleaned, and then were greeted by our waitress. When we told her we were there for the 8 course meal, they switched waiters on us, and then the upselling started. Right off the bat they tried to talk us into a cocktail...when we were doing a pairing with our meal. It took them a little time to get the meal going, and then between courses was a little hit or miss. Sometimes it was free flowing and sometimes it took 10-15 minutes to get our next dish. The food. We were a little nervous we would leave still a little hungry but I assure you, you will not. For ~$100USD each, you get so much food, and a drink with every course. It was fantastic and so worth it. Here were the courses and pairings (that I can remember lol): 1. We started with the dips - a bean dip with cheese sauce and guacamole with crickets. Very classic, very well done. The crickets added a nice, nutty flavor. I was a huge fan of the beans with their blue corn tostadas, so much flavor. They also had a third dip that was pumpkin seed based, it was good but not as memorable. Their hot sauces came out with this course. It was paired with a house mezcal (with salts, cucumber, and orange) that was incredible and smooth. 2. Shrimp ceviche which was super refreshing and flavorful. They paired this with sparkling wine. 3. Sea bass with a cream sauce and grapefruit. I'm not a huge fishy flavor person - my first bite had all three compnents and I thought it was delicious. My husband just had fish as his first bite and thought it a little fishy, but once we added everything else he agreed it was great. Three small pieces, so it was a nice course. Paired with a sauv blanc. 4. Roasted tomatoes in a mole sauce. A nice veggie course. I thought they were cooked well, nothing super fancy. Paired with a Chardonnay. 5. Cooked shrimp with potatoes. My husband called this a "filler" course - there wasn't much to it. The sauce had some greens in it but it was just something light and easy to serve. Can't remember the pairing here. 6. THE CARROTS. MY FAV THING. OMG. Literally so fresh, the perfect texture, and the sauces. I could have eated a whole bowl with this one. Paired it with a red blend. 7. Cow tongue. I forgot a photo. I was starting to get drunk, I'm sorry. Paired with a red wine. This was tender, the sauce was delicious. If you're not used to beef tongue, please don't let it scare you. It was amazing. 8. Dessert. Also amazing. I think it was paired with a sweet red but....a little drunk here...we got a cheesecake which was more on the savory side, super unique, and so delicious. I was a huge fan. We also got a passion fruit custard and I'm a SUCKER for passion fruit. This was phenomenal. The food was INCREDIBLE. And such an amazing experience. And now the loss of a star. I hit on the service a little, but there was also some upselling which we don't love, especially at what is supposed to be michelin recognized. We often try Michelin recognized when we travel and the upselling was unexpected, I undertsand the culture down here, but still. ALSO we LOVED the house mezcal so much we asked for another shot ($280 pesos/shot). When we got the bill, the waiter upcharged to one of the most expensive mezcals on their menu ($520 pesos/shot) and refused to change it. We spent $60 on two shots after paying for our 8-course meal. It honestly was SUCH a dissapointing end to our meal and felt so icky. Be very careful with the service here.

Now, I've stumbled through my fair share of tourist traps masquerading as authentic cuisine, but…read moreCasa Tomas proved to be that rarest of finds--a genuine gem tucked away just minutes from the cruise dock yet worlds apart in spirit. This Spanish tapas haven, lovingly crafted by a husband-and-wife team and named after their infant son, transforms dining into something approaching art. The covered garden terrace, adorned with tropical plants and cooled by gentle fans, creates an oasis of tranquility where time moves at a more civilized pace. The Ensalada Casa Tomas--layers of ripe tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy feta with what I suspect is the finest balsamic this side of the Caribbean--exemplifies their approach of elevating simple ingredients through careful attention. The red snapper arrived cooked with the kind of respect that suggests the chef actually cares about the fish's dignity, flaky and moist with a parsley sauce that enhanced rather than masked its natural character. Service operates on the principle that hospitality is an art form, with staff who understand the delicate balance of attentiveness without intrusion. Even the water comes subtly infused with citrus--a detail that speaks to their commitment to excellence in all things. In an age when dining often feels like theater, Casa Tomas offers something increasingly rare: authentic experience delivered with quiet confidence, reminding you why you travel in the first place.

Our first time in Cozumel and with only a few hours to explore (cruise ship port day) we knew we…read morewanted to find an authentic Mexican restaurant for dinner. We stumbled upon Casa Tomas on Yelp and decided to walk over. It was only about a 6-8 minutes walk from the cruise ship dock, but just tucked away to feel like an escape. The space is BEAUTIFUL and the ambience matches. The service was wonderful and we ate so many amazing and flavorful tapas dishes. I cannot even remember them all, but we loved them all. One of our favorites was the Carne Fiesta and we also had several types of various fried cheeses (haha) that were delicious! We would not hesitate to eat here again and will recommend to everyone we know. Prices on the menu are in pesos but they accept US Dollars (cash only). We had an amazing, delicious and authentic Mexican meal here for about $50 US Dollars. Score!

This spot is super cute. Love the vibes. Outdoor seating jungle like. I've been here a couple times…read moreand it was delicious both times. The steak was huge and juice cooked perfectly. The Caribbean chicken had great flavor. Also tried the risotto with steak and it was cooked perfectly. The cocktails are made to perfection. The bartenders were very friendly. I'd recommend this spot over the other ones on 38th.

Tuvimos una buena experiencia en Trujillos, desde que entramos el personal fue amable. La música…read moreestaba muy fuerte para platicar, la selección no tan buena ya que no estábamos en un antro. Todo lo demás muy bien, desde las bebidas y la comida ni decir, todos lo platos tuvieron mucho sabor. Empezamos con el chicharrón con guacamole, probamos el pulpo asado muy bueno con la salsita de mesa de tamarindo, el risotto con camarón bien cremoso igual el bistec cocinado a perfección.

Support this small business before you board your ferry. They have daily torta specials at great…read moreprices. Definitely shareable and yummy!

Only place my wife and I visited more than once while visiting Playa…read more The juices are so refreshing. If you don't want something super sweet, I suggest the "verde" juice. I had the regular chicken milenesa one day and the Napoleon torta another. If you're hungry and want to taste several levels of awesomeness, go with the Napoleon. Staff is beyond friendly and there's a bunch of little places to eat within 1-block if you want anything from snacks to dessert to another meal.