You crawl out of Chichén Itzá sunburned, dusted in ancient limestone, vaguely questioning your life…read morechoices--and then you land here. Just steps from Valladolid's buzzing zócalo, where scooters zip past and church bells cut through the heat, this place hides in a garden like a well-kept secret. Lantern light. Greenery. The kind of setting that makes you slow down whether you meant to or not. Romantic without trying too hard. The food? Solid. Confident. Proudly Yucatecan. Sausages with snap and smoke. Poc chuc--citrus-marinated pork, kissed by flame--bright and satisfying after a long day wandering ruins. And the beef pibil, wrapped in that earthy, achiote-stained depth that tastes like it's been cooking since before you bought your plane ticket. Not fussy. Just honest, regional flavor done right. Presentation was sharp without being pretentious. Plates came out looking like someone cared. Service was efficient--no hovering, no theatrics. They know you're hot, hungry, and probably still thinking about pyramids. They move accordingly. It's the kind of place that feels like a reward. Ancient wonders by day. Garden dinner by night. Valladolid humming just beyond the walls. That's a good way to end a day in the Yucatán.

Prime location sharing the wall with the most visited and most photo op church in central…read moreValladolid. Very nice interior, deco, tables, settings, AC, cool music, you can always come but you cannot leave until you satisfied your hungry stomach . Service is attentive and slow as the 'hotel California ' music streaming in the background. We started with the empanadas Chaya, then stuffed cheese, longaniza de Valladolid to stay with Yucatan side. Then garlic plancha octopus and lobster pasta to be on the safe side. Empanadas and stuff cheese is below average. Octopus is really good, balanced with grilled vegetables. Lobster is small but good. Pasta sauce is not on par. Sausage is very good, the grilled onion is exceptional. For the drink, tamarind is below Mexican average standard. Take one star off.

Dining at El Mesón del Marqués was an absolutely unforgettable experience. From the moment you…read morearrive, you are struck by the beauty of the building itself--it is a fantastic, historic property that perfectly captures the charm of Valladolid. The atmosphere is simply incredible. The service was equally impressive; the staff was attentive, welcoming, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we had a great evening. Of course, the highlight of the meal was the food. If you visit, you absolutely must try their Lomitos tacos. They are easily the best I've ever had, packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a special dining experience!

This restaurant is inside of a hotel atrium. Pretty decent menu, however the service is very slow…read morebased on my standards. This is a tourist stop, with busses stopping right across the street. Of course, while you wait to have your order taken or your food to come out, the drinks are flowing. No problem with that service. When I got my food, it was pretty good, but a little expensive. I enjoyed the tortilla chips and salsa. The house made guacamole was delicious, though.

The service was terrible. The food was amazing. Would I wait for food/service from there again?…read moreNope. The servers were very nonchalant as we waited 20 minutes after being sat to come over to our table for the first time. This was after waiting at the door for 10 minutes and in the waiting area for 20 minutes. It took 30 minutes for our drinks to arrive after ordering. I was so thirsty I started drinking from the water bottles we had brought with us. The food, surprisingly, arrived not too long after a basket of chips and salsas was brought to the table. I noticed the next table over got their basket of chips and salsa before us (and before their drinks). We ordered agua mineral, enchilada mole con Pollo, dzitnup, jugo verde, molcajete mexicano, and Milanesa de pollo con papas. Food prices were decent (MX1230 for our meal and drinks).

Located at the center of Valladolid, this restaurant is a gem. Everything about this place is…read morewonderful; the food, the service, the ambiance. We always love comming here for breakfast when we are in the area, and it truly never dissapoints. This time we had the Cochinita and Lomitos Pibihua and the Mole enchiladas with chicken. We always order the packet deal that comes with your entree, juice, toast, and unlimited coffee. Unlimited coffee is always a plus for me since I can down 5-6 cups easily :D.

This is like your local food court inside a shopping mall. There are various kinds of authentic…read morestreet foods in this Bazar, so you can't get more local than this. Just browse around and see what types of foods you're interested in. The downsides are that tables are first-come, first-serve. Meaning if you can't find a table after ordering your food, you're eating standing up. Lastly, you have to pay to use the bathroom. There is a gate that blocks the entrance to the bathrooms and you have to pay to enter.

Near the historic Parque Central Francisco Cantón de Rosado (the main plaza in Valladolid,…read moreYucatán), tourists and locals alike mingle in the open-air indoor El Bazar Municipal. It's like a food court with markets or it's like a market with a food court. Either way, El Bazar Municipal features covered communal seating with cheap food and cheaper restrooms. I got a soft drink (because of the intense heat) from a small store while she hit the loo. Then we did a little window shopping. Vendors offer a variety of local products like embroidered clothes, dresses, and blouses, plus ornaments, jewelry, and accessories. Ice cream, candy and sodas are available quick refreshers, but, more importantly, El Bazar Municipal is the kind of place you'll find flavorful local dishes such as Lomitos de Valladolid (Pork Loin in Tomato Sauce), Longaniza (Smoked Pork Sausage), and Polle en Escabeche (Chicken Escabeche like ceviche). Breakfast is cheap while lunch and dinner have a broader mix of cuisine including some offering comida corrida. If you are staying in Valladolid, Yucatán, Mexico, consider stopping in the centrally-located El Bazar Municipal to grab a quick snack, down a refreshing cold drink, experience local cuisine, view a wide-range of products from vendors, escape the sun, or simply use the restroom for a small fee.

Fun and beautiful place! The interior is artful and distinct. I tried the cochinita pibil which was…read moreexcellent and flavorful. The cocktails seemed light on alcohol overall. Service was pretty good. Would go back for the ambiance and food but personally would skip the cocktails.

One of our best meals while visiting Valladoid. Great service and the garden was lovely. The…read moregrilled flank steak in the charred tortilla aguachile sauce was amazing. So was the chicken breast in the spicy chili sauce.

This place was a little hidden gem. The tacos didn't look like much, but they were so good we went…read moreback for seconds. Highly recommended. Price was very cheap.

One of the best restaurants in Valladolid !!! The food is amazing as well as the service. The…read moreprices are very reasonable too.

This place was pretty on point…read more Off the main path of tourists.. locals come! Food looked good Garden was nice My frappe was so sweet but what was i thinking getting a frappe.. my fault The ladies working were nice! Im sure the food is good from what i saw. Cute inviting place

This is a must try for breakfast. Not only is it really cheap the food is delicious!! This place is…read morelocated a couple blocks down from the main square, yet the place still gets busy with tourists. The staff here is extremely friendly and offers service in English with menu options in Spanish and English. There is wifi available upon request. Outdoor and indoor seating is available, but with the beautiful weather of Valladolid seating outside is a must, it is not very loud as there is a water foundation that provides lovely background noise. This place opens at 7:30 AM which is great for early birds. They do not accept American dollars, but they do take card (or Mexican cash of course) CHEAP & DELICIOUS FOOD WITH WIFI.

We tried this restaurant based on the recommendation of our hotel and the high reviews from Yelp…read more I was very disappointed. The previous night we dined at another recommended, but definitely tourist restaurant and had a wonderful experience. This was just the opposite and I cannot recommend it. We ordered margaritas, a mushroom starter, a tuna entree, and a beef entree. I added a glass a Cabernet Sauvignon. The margaritas were overly sweet. I ordered the beef medium, expecting a warm pink center. I received a very red center. When I asked for it to be cooked a little more the waiter told me that I should have ordered it medium well. He took my plate and we did not see him for another 10-15 minutes. In the meantime, my husband really enjoyed his tuna and I liked the wine. I don't think there is a wine list - I was offered a choice of merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon - no worries - it was good but a very small pour, maybe 4oz. The margaritas were similarly modest. The mushrooms and tuna were good. Overall - it wasn't 100% terrible but I would not go back and cannot recommend.

This is a kind of mexican-fusion restaurant, with a beautiful terrace and view to the main church…read more Delicious cocktails prepared with local fruits and main dishes fusion style! Try pizzeta Zac-Be with mushroom and "ate de guayaba" with a "michelada". There a huge cocktails to celebrate a birthday.

Beautiful outdoor patio loved their vegetarian pizza The small pizza had six pieces good prices,…read moreand great service.

Good Italian spot in Valladolid with good ambiance in their outdoor seating area! My friend and I…read morecame for a late lunch around 3 pm on Sunday and the whole place was pretty empty. The storefront is very unassuming, so I was surprised by the huge patio seating inside. First thing I noticed when walking in is that they like to blast American pop songs over the speakers here. I haven't heard American songs at other restaurants on the trip so far, so it was nice to hear something familiar. The menu has a good selection of salads, pastas, pasta, and some meat entrees along with an extensive alcohol menu. Each pizza is offered in a small, medium, or large size. I went with a small seafood pizza (275 pesos), and my friend got a medium vegetarian pizza (220 pesos). I don't see seafood pizza on the menu very often, and I'm glad I got it as it was quite good. I thought it'd be thin crust pizza, but the crust was a little thicker than expected. The small size was perfect for me, and my friend regretted getting a medium as he could only finish half of it and had to take the other half to go. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking to get a nice Italian meal in Valladolid!

Great mayan food. Highly recommend chaya drink. …read more .

The service was okay. The ladies who serve look like they hate their job. ONE empanada de Chaya was…read more7 US dollars (125 pesos). That's completely outrageous. I wouldn't even pay that in the US let alone Mexico. I got the Sopa De Lima and it was pretty good but served cold and was the smallest serving in the world. The restaurant literally has 6-7 items on the menu. Don't waste your time here and go somewhere else.