Bio-Organicos

Fuimos pero ya no estaba! Que triste que no avisen porque solo va uno a perder su tiempo!!read more

Food was tasteless - we ordered the alfredo & mexicolor bowl - they had no flavor. My mexicolor…read morebowl was so bland that I ordered side of pesto to mix it with it & was still charged for the sauce after stating that bowl had no flavors. CC accepted.

Sweet pancake like a crepe filed with fruit and drizzled with chocolate & strawberry sauce

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Savory pancake made of chickpea flour, filled with veg, topped with cream sauce and avocado, served with salsas!

La Cueva del Chango

4.4(491 reviews)

1.1 km•Gonzalo Guerrero

Adorable location with attentive staff and great food! We…read moreeven sampled some Mezcal at the suggestion of our waiter and found some new favorites. The seating is comfortable. We look forward to a return trip.

This is easily one of my favorite restaurants in Playa Del Carmen. I've been a few times but I seem…read moreto always forget to take photos of my food. The photos here are when I had the eggs with chaya, mushrooms, spinach, cactus, poblano, turkey ham, Oaxaca cheese, and potatoes. Mind you, these came with warm tortillas and we were given chips and salsa to start... all under 200 pesos! I was so full and so happy. To be honest, I didn't care for their juice on this day but absolutely love their mango lassi. Pay attention if paying by card because one time when I went to pay, the lady selected the tip then handed me the card reader to pay without mentioning that she had done that or asking me what I wanted to do. I didn't say anything because she cheated herself and selected less than I was intending to tip so I let it go out of pettiness. I have to admit that it's the only time it has happened but still worth mentioning. I'll definitely go back and highly recommend a visit.

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Empanadas con frijoles de la olla y pico de gallo. A escoger con: queso Oaxaca, chaya, champiñones, nopales.

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Bio-Natural

4.4(79 reviews)

0.4 km•Centro

Must visit. Ate breakfast/brunch here religiously every day I was in Playa. Absolute delight!…read more The service is speedy and friendly, and the cafe vibe suits the vacation flow. Whether burger, enchiladas or omelette- they nailed it all 4 days. Highly recommend!

It's true to its name everything here is gluten free fruity and delicious can't beat this on 5th…read moreAve! Stop in for a fruit bowl smoothie or delicious brunch you'll love this place! Better than greasy and too much gluten in your diet with a try it's yummy!

Entrance

Enchiladas

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Cacao Smoothie with banana

Axiote

4.4(280 reviews)

0.9 km•Gonzalo Guerrero

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.

Inside

Course 5 of tasting menu - beef tongue

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Tomate - mezcal, cucumber, parsley, tomatillo, worm salt

Amate 38

4.7(78 reviews)

1.2 km•Gonzalo Guerrero

They have it all, here. Atmosphere is peak with water running through creating a tranquil oasis as…read moreone dines on beautiful food. The food is fresh and delicious and the cocktails are beautifully made. I have dined at their other place across the street, La Cueva Del Chango and found out this is the same owner. Both restaurants are stars in Playa Del Carmen. You definitely need to try both.

Had a lovely dinner with friends here. The menu is high end Mexican, with a nod to Mayan cuisine…read more Service was very good and the atmosphere surrounded by trees is gorgeous. Definitely recommend.

0.4 km•Paraíso del Carmen

The little creek beside the restaurant has sweet koi!

EMPANADAS Corn dough with chaya, filled with plantain and sikil pa'k, served with fried tomato sauce and pickled purple onions

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Experience the best of Yucatecan cuisine at Amate 38, where authentic flavors and nature come together for an unforgettable journey.

Clorofila

4.6(47 reviews)

The place is closed. Walked there with my tastebuds ready lol. Only to be disappointed to see that…read morethey were closed.

Phenomenal!!! One of the best vegan restaurants !!!…read moreI've had lunch and breakfast here now and both meals were fantastic!!!

Pizza on the carrot crust with olives, tomatoes, sprouts, pesto, sage

The vegan omelette - made with chickpea flour. Crispy and perfect. Delicious

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Pizza on the carrot crust with caramelized onions, eggplant, arugula, etc - Super good!!

La Coronela Playa Del Carmen

4.5(123 reviews)

0.8 km•Centro

We read good reviews so we decided to have drinks and appetizers. It's a small place off of fifth…read moreAvenue, which made it much quieter. We ordered the guacamole chips and they were below average . We've been having guacamole and chips every day and these seem to be on the lower end of the taste spectrum for all the guacamole we've had so far. The piña colada did not taste like a piña colada . The margarita tasted really good. It's a small restaurant so the menu is a little on the small side. The service was quick and we were able to get our check quickly too .

This place is very romantic and overlooks the ocean. Now it is not easy to find. When you are…read moreclose, you must take the back gate and walk up some steps. Don't give up, it is worth it. Make sure you make a reservation. We ordered the wood fired brie cheese, special ravioli (spinach) and my wife ordered the tagliatelle all Bolognese. There is no need to order a starter. The dinner meals are more than plenty. We were miserable because we finished our plates. We have spent time in Italy, and it was that good. I will never forget smelling the ocean while we ate delicious food. This is a no brainer. Give it a try. We hope you like it too.

Inside

The best!!

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Mimosas 2x1 every day from 8am to 12pm with your breakfast!

El Fogón

4.6(1.3k reviews)

0.3 km•Centro

After visiting all three El Fogón locations in Playa del Carmen, I can confidently say they're all…read morefantastic. The service is quick, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the food is consistently delicious. Before your meal even arrives, you're served a plate of fresh radishes, cucumber, and lime wedges, plus a selection of toppings including tomatoes, onions, and both a green and red salsa. Unfortunately this location didn't give us the cactus like the other locations did. The red salsa was my favourite, it paired perfectly with the tacos and had just the right amount of heat and flavour. The standout for me was the al pastor taco. The meat was incredibly flavourful with crispy edges, a smoky char, and the perfect balance of savoury spice and sweet pineapple. It was easily one of the best al pastor tacos I had in Playa del Carmen. I also tried the sirloin taco and the chicken breast plate, both of which were excellent. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the quality was impressive, especially for the price. El Fogón absolutely lived up to the hype. If you're looking for authentic, delicious tacos and grilled meats that won't break the bank, this is a must visit. I loved it so much that I ended up eating at all three locations and every visit was just as good as the last.

We had a fantastic meal at El Fogón in Playa del Carmen! The atmosphere was fun, lively, and felt…read morevery authentic. The service was outstanding, and everyone made us feel welcome. My wife and I shared the chicken fajitas, which were excellent. My friend ordered the al pastor fajitas, and his wife had the pork chops--everyone agreed the food was delicious. The guacamole was fresh and amazing, and every dish was flavorful and generously portioned. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with excellent service and a great atmosphere, I highly recommend El Fogón. We would definitely come back!

View from interior towards the corner intersection.

Nopales

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Strawberries smoothie

Falafel Nessya

4.5(51 reviews)

0.4 km•Centro

I am glad I was able to check out one of PDC vegan restaurants. @falafelnessya , located 2 blocks…read moreaway from the 5th Ave. meet s nice young German vegan couple dinning there , 15 years vegans. By the look of their tan seemed to be there a while. Asked them, if you only had one night in PDC. Which restaurant would you absolutely hit? They said Nessya! I talked to the cook, he said the owner is French. Interesting. The whole restaurant is falafel based. Hence the name. They have pitas. Plates. Hummus. And even a falafel burger. The pita sandwich and the hummus was so good! They also have Mexican aguas de sabores or sweet waters, I got the tamarind flavor. Definitely a recommended spot of a delicious lunch

As always good here is very good and it is all vegan. 100%…read more Almost a self service place. Street ambiance with clean bathrooms!