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grateful for our tour guy who took us here after a eventful day - freshly roasted seafood, right on the beach, 10 steps from the water, on the softest white sand! the food was so yummy too - perhaps the best meal we had from our trip, honestly! the only thing is the flies... but you are in the 'wild'. i wouldn't not recommend or not coming back because of the flies - just wave them away, like doing your arm workout, and eat more!
How to get there? It was an adventure to reach this part of Tulum, we made a turn off the main highway through an off beat path, after about 15 minutes on the dirt road we reached a small neighborhood, then approached a security guard which seemed to be protecting the beach, we asked him about Chamicos and surprisingly we had no idea what i was saying, we continued on to the beach and there it was a run down restaurant/hut on the beach Food: We orders Fried Flounder and Ceviche, both were equally fresh and delicious and the chips were great as well, thick and not greasy. Experience: It was amazing to sit on the beach and have a delicious meal. You will be approached by a photographer that assures you that you do not have to buy his souvenirs, but once he brings it out as a label on a tequila bottle it's pretty difficult to say no.
This place is truly paradise! I almost don't want to review to keep it secret;) the ceviche was to die for (lobster included!), the views, amazing. Such a peaceful and beautiful spot for a meal. The staff are friendly and quick. You can walk the beach and explore the shallow waters. I do have to say the guacamole was not my fav. Good but more purées then I prefer
Delicious food with an unbeatable view! We were told about this place by a cab driver at Tulum. As we drove to the location, we started to worry that we misunderstood as we passed behind beautiful villas on an unnamed road. But as you reach the end of the road, the beach is on your left and the make-shift kitchen. You pick a table on the shore. You pick out the fresh whole fish that will be your meal. Couple of beers. Amazing ceviche. Swing in the hammock. Life is good here! Keep in mind that they close at 5, maybe earlier if they've run out and they only accept cash (pesos). Worth the trip off the beaten path!
The restaurant over looks the beach and has plenty of hammocks. I believe it is also a campsite and I saw plenty of tents around the area. The food was delicious and tasty. I ordered the lobster, so good!!! I love the slaw that it came with. The service was good, very friendly and welcoming staff. The only reason why I gave it a 4 id because the food took a while to get. I plan on returning the next time I visit Tulum.
Love love LOVE Chamicos. I've been here twice now. Our driver friend brought us here after a day in Tulum. Its off the beaten path and is literally a shack where they cook fresh seafood caught daily over an open flame. The tables are no frills and they sit right on the sand and the backdrop is the ocean. You see fishing boats in there and sometimes you'll see them actually fishing. The fish they catch is served right here. The first time we played it safe and ordered the ceviche and some quesadillas. The next time I went balls to the wall and asked them to open up that cooler and show me what they had. They showed me the fish and I have no idea what is was lol. It weighed about 3-4 lbs and cost me about $30. It was served with beans and rice and some tortillas. And let me tell you. It was AWESOME. It was crispy and fried and you could just eat the whole thing. The ceviche is SOOOO good too. Its served with chips and this hot oil with scallions that elevated it. We were in heaven both with the atmosphere and the food. They had people there offering beach massages. We declined but respect them trying to make a living. You can stay and swim if you want and there's a lot of photo ops. Get here if you are in the area and can sneak off your property for some real good Mexican cuisine.
We are here in this area on vacation from America. We live in the Midwest, so the thought of lunch on the beach seemed great. The food is simple, seafood, presented very simply on non breakable settings that are mismatched. So not at all pretentious. We over ordered, one plate of civeche mixed could feed 4 adults. The guacamole was delicious, as well as the tasty drinks. The star of the show was the whole fish deep fried. Delicious. And the scary teeth protruding out of the fish's mouth is a bonus. The kids played along the beach while we drank and snacked on homemade tortilla chips the guy is deep frying in a big kettle over an open flame as you approach the place. But, like everything else we have experienced so far in Rivera Maya, too expensive. We spent 1600 pesos for lunch. Ouch. We thought the experience was great, but food just ok.
By the time you get your food it's already cold enough to ruin the experience. Especially when we talk about fried fish and lobster. Also you get a super over cooked lobster. This place was close to our hotel and was refereed by a local so we decided to give it a try. Also you'll have problems with bathrooms, clogged, no paper towel and soap for hand washing. I don't know about all the fake reviews but lobster is 600 pesos and fried fish is 250 pesos. Maybe because of the high season. Will not come back.
I would give this place 4.5 stars (5 for environment/atmosphere and 4 for food). The food is on the pricier side for Tulum, but not surprising given its location in one of the more secluded bays with luxury villa rentals. We came and had fish ceviche, shrimp quesadilla, fried whole fish, and guacamole with beer and fresh coconut water straight from the coconut. The star was definitely the fish ceviche. They gave us a massive portion and the fish was very fresh with the perfect amount of tang and acidity from the lime juice and fresh tomatoes. The shrimp quesadilla was also very good. I did not enjoy the fried fish. It was rather dry and salty, and it was pretty small. I feel like we spent the whole time picking the bones out of the fish with very little meat. It was also quite bland with not much flavor other than salt, and tasted like it was fried for a bit too long. The guacamole was delicious, also was given a pretty generous portion. The fresh coconut was great! One of my favorite things to do in Mexico is to drink coconut water right out of the coconut, although coconuts here are pricier than elsewhere. The best part of this place is it's location. It's at the very end of a secluded bay that is frequented by both tourists and locals. The restaurant consists of beach furniture underneath the shade of palm trees with the most beautiful and serene beach in front of it. It was truly one of the most beautiful beaches we visited in Tulum, with warm crystal waters and not too crowded with tourists. There's also a family (mother and sons) who does massages on the beach next to the restaurant which we had do try. They were extremely friendly and gave great, very professional massages and threw in hot stones for free! It was the perfect location to get a massage, and much cheaper than other establishments (hotels or spas) where you can get a similar type of massage. You could hear the waves crashing around you during the massage, and would feel a breeze every so often. A man would walk by with incense as well every so often. I highly recommend coming here, getting a massage, and finishing it with a nice meal and relaxation on the beach.
7 years ago
Our driver recommended this place while picking us up from the sanctuary to our hotel. No extra charge for this stop! (If you're looking for a well trusted taxi guy that knows English, good conversation, and great recommendations call Ulises! +5219841695530 Some areas, you might not find a taxi to take you back, but he will wait with you, or come back for you!) As you walk in from the street you can see and smell them making fresh chips on the right side. On the left, there's a stack of coconuts waiting to be chopped and served! Lunch was right off the beach! There's some table where you just find a seat to sit at and they'll come to you with menus. --Coconut Drinks (5/5) - So fresh, refreshing, and cold! So good I had 2 for myself! No straws, save the turtles! You can either pour into a cup or pick the whole coconut up and drink from it. If you want the coconut meat, just ask and they'll cut it open for you! Slices of coconut meat on a plate, topped with chamoya or tahin (not sure which one it was) and lime! --Ceviche Chamicos (4.5/5) - Everything is made per order. It was really fresh but the downside for me was that it was warm and the shrimp poop was still in the shrimp. The ceviche included shrimp, octopus, and fish. Had lots of great flavors, surprisingly a very big plate, but it was 300 pesos so that makes sense. Wish they served smaller portions. Service was slow, but overall it was a great experience and great place to try. Also, it's front row seats of the beautiful beach scene, so why not?! read more
The Chamicos ceviche was generously portioned, full of fresh, well-executed seafood. This is likely personal preference, but I found the amount of lime/acid to be a bit too much for the overall amount of food on this plate. But as ceviche goes, this was quite good. There was a fair balance of onion/tomato to bring a fresh element to the seafood. The tortillas chips allowed for some very enjoyable dipping. read more
Honestly, I don't know if we went on a bad day. The road to get to Chamicos is pot-hole ridden and so terrible - please keep this in mind. I felt my rental wouldn't survive it. It's at least a 20-30 minute drive from the main highway on an unmarked road past beautiful villas on Solimon Bay. The setup is quite beautiful, just simple tables and chairs with the beach few feet away. It's really something else! We ordered mix ceviche and shrimp quesadillas. Both were just ok, nothing amazing especially considering we were in Tulum for 5 days total. I don't know, I was really really looking forward to this because I'm a big fan of Mark Wiens. Would I come again, maybe for the lobster or fried fish. For now, there were better places that I had meals at in Quintana Roo. P.S. Cash only! read more
grateful for our tour guy who took us here after a eventful day - freshly roasted seafood, right on the beach, 10 steps from the water, on the softest white sand! the food was so yummy too - perhaps the best meal we had from our trip, honestly! the only thing is the flies... but you are in the 'wild'. i wouldn't not recommend or not coming back because of the flies - just wave them away, like doing your arm workout, and eat more! read more
7 years ago
How to get there? It was an adventure to reach this part of Tulum, we made a turn off the main highway through an off beat path, after about 15 minutes on the dirt road we reached a small neighborhood, then approached a security guard which seemed to be protecting the beach, we asked him about Chamicos and surprisingly we had no idea what i was saying, we continued on to the beach and there it was a run down restaurant/hut on the beach Food: We orders Fried Flounder and Ceviche, both were equally fresh and delicious and the chips were great as well, thick and not greasy. Experience: It was amazing to sit on the beach and have a delicious meal. You will be approached by a photographer that assures you that you do not have to buy his souvenirs, but once he brings it out as a label on a tequila bottle it's pretty difficult to say no. read more
8 years ago
This place is truly paradise! I almost don't want to review to keep it secret;) the ceviche was to die for (lobster included!), the views, amazing. Such a peaceful and beautiful spot for a meal. The staff are friendly and quick. You can walk the beach and explore the shallow waters. I do have to say the guacamole was not my fav. Good but more purées then I prefer read more
7 years ago
Delicious food with an unbeatable view! We were told about this place by a cab driver at Tulum. As we drove to the location, we started to worry that we misunderstood as we passed behind beautiful villas on an unnamed road. But as you reach the end of the road, the beach is on your left and the make-shift kitchen. You pick a table on the shore. You pick out the fresh whole fish that will be your meal. Couple of beers. Amazing ceviche. Swing in the hammock. Life is good here! Keep in mind that they close at 5, maybe earlier if they've run out and they only accept cash (pesos). Worth the trip off the beaten path! read more
The restaurant over looks the beach and has plenty of hammocks. I believe it is also a campsite and I saw plenty of tents around the area. The food was delicious and tasty. I ordered the lobster, so good!!! I love the slaw that it came with. The service was good, very friendly and welcoming staff. The only reason why I gave it a 4 id because the food took a while to get. I plan on returning the next time I visit Tulum. read more
7 years ago
It's a nice place, But lobster ceviche is not that good as reviews say. Fried fish was better Maybe I'm so picky... Would not come back next time. read more
7 years ago
Love love LOVE Chamicos. I've been here twice now. Our driver friend brought us here after a day in Tulum. Its off the beaten path and is literally a shack where they cook fresh seafood caught daily over an open flame. The tables are no frills and they sit right on the sand and the backdrop is the ocean. You see fishing boats in there and sometimes you'll see them actually fishing. The fish they catch is served right here. The first time we played it safe and ordered the ceviche and some quesadillas. The next time I went balls to the wall and asked them to open up that cooler and show me what they had. They showed me the fish and I have no idea what is was lol. It weighed about 3-4 lbs and cost me about $30. It was served with beans and rice and some tortillas. And let me tell you. It was AWESOME. It was crispy and fried and you could just eat the whole thing. The ceviche is SOOOO good too. Its served with chips and this hot oil with scallions that elevated it. We were in heaven both with the atmosphere and the food. They had people there offering beach massages. We declined but respect them trying to make a living. You can stay and swim if you want and there's a lot of photo ops. Get here if you are in the area and can sneak off your property for some real good Mexican cuisine. read more
8 years ago
We are here in this area on vacation from America. We live in the Midwest, so the thought of lunch on the beach seemed great. The food is simple, seafood, presented very simply on non breakable settings that are mismatched. So not at all pretentious. We over ordered, one plate of civeche mixed could feed 4 adults. The guacamole was delicious, as well as the tasty drinks. The star of the show was the whole fish deep fried. Delicious. And the scary teeth protruding out of the fish's mouth is a bonus. The kids played along the beach while we drank and snacked on homemade tortilla chips the guy is deep frying in a big kettle over an open flame as you approach the place. But, like everything else we have experienced so far in Rivera Maya, too expensive. We spent 1600 pesos for lunch. Ouch. We thought the experience was great, but food just ok. read more
6 years ago
Amazing food! Great service! Super sweet staff. Highly recommend this spot!!!! Especially if you're looking for some really authentic and tasty food! Thank you Daniel! read more
5 years ago
7 years ago
By the time you get your food it's already cold enough to ruin the experience. Especially when we talk about fried fish and lobster. Also you get a super over cooked lobster. This place was close to our hotel and was refereed by a local so we decided to give it a try. Also you'll have problems with bathrooms, clogged, no paper towel and soap for hand washing. I don't know about all the fake reviews but lobster is 600 pesos and fried fish is 250 pesos. Maybe because of the high season. Will not come back. read more
5 years ago
Amazing food , great service and the seafood was so tasty ! They also gave a complimentary drink on the house alongside chips and guac I will Deff be visiting again when I land in August . 10/10 recommend! read more
7 years ago
You must have the fried whole fish. It's delicious. Be sure to poke around the cooking area and see how the cooking goes down. Personally I'll eat just about anything that's friend in a huge cauldron of fire-heated oil - but that's just me... read more
7 years ago
6 years ago
6 years ago
I would give this place 4.5 stars (5 for environment/atmosphere and 4 for food). The food is on the pricier side for Tulum, but not surprising given its location in one of the more secluded bays with luxury villa rentals. We came and had fish ceviche, shrimp quesadilla, fried whole fish, and guacamole with beer and fresh coconut water straight from the coconut. The star was definitely the fish ceviche. They gave us a massive portion and the fish was very fresh with the perfect amount of tang and acidity from the lime juice and fresh tomatoes. The shrimp quesadilla was also very good. I did not enjoy the fried fish. It was rather dry and salty, and it was pretty small. I feel like we spent the whole time picking the bones out of the fish with very little meat. It was also quite bland with not much flavor other than salt, and tasted like it was fried for a bit too long. The guacamole was delicious, also was given a pretty generous portion. The fresh coconut was great! One of my favorite things to do in Mexico is to drink coconut water right out of the coconut, although coconuts here are pricier than elsewhere. The best part of this place is it's location. It's at the very end of a secluded bay that is frequented by both tourists and locals. The restaurant consists of beach furniture underneath the shade of palm trees with the most beautiful and serene beach in front of it. It was truly one of the most beautiful beaches we visited in Tulum, with warm crystal waters and not too crowded with tourists. There's also a family (mother and sons) who does massages on the beach next to the restaurant which we had do try. They were extremely friendly and gave great, very professional massages and threw in hot stones for free! It was the perfect location to get a massage, and much cheaper than other establishments (hotels or spas) where you can get a similar type of massage. You could hear the waves crashing around you during the massage, and would feel a breeze every so often. A man would walk by with incense as well every so often. I highly recommend coming here, getting a massage, and finishing it with a nice meal and relaxation on the beach. read more
7 years ago
Wow, Wow, Chamicos is a magical place to have breakfast/lunch. It's on a private beach right in front of the ocean and you are seated in the actual sand. The customer service is beyond excellent and the food was amazing. I ordered the lobster and the plate had so much food on it I could barley finish it but I was not complaining. We all ordered the CoCo loco which is an alcoholic drink inside of a coconut with some type of liquor that you will be sure to enjoy lol. This place is totally worth it. I paid Around $45 for appetizer, lunch, and a huge drink for the view, the taste, the portion, and the service it's 100% worth it, will certainly be back. read more
8 years ago
The ceviche was perfect! The service was outstanding! The ambiance is very relaxing! And the view... gorgeous! They have hammocks for those that need a nap after. There is also a tourist guide stand with life jackets if you're looking for a boat and/or snorkeling tour. All outside seating. read more
8 years ago
This is a perfect gem outside of Tulum. Relaxed atmosphere on the beach with tables and hammocks and a view to die for. The food is super fresh and inexpensive. Try the whole fried fish (under $10), which I learned was snapper and was the best I've tasted all around Tulum. It was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside. The ceviche was pretty good, but the portion was so huge that it would easily feed at least 4 people, which was way two much for two people. You also couldn't beat the less than $2 beers. The servers were kind and attentive, but never bothered you so you could relax. The food came quickly, but you could take your time eating it as long as your heart desires. Loved it so much, went back 2 more times. Yum! read more
9 years ago
8 years ago
Really wonderful lunch. Whole red snapper and ceviche (shrimp and another fish). Perfect place to go when you're in your swimsuit. Had a couple beers. We tipped like crazy, our waiter worked his ass off. $39 in US and we have the guy $50. read more
6 years ago
This place is a hidden gem. It is definitely off in the cut. And talk about eating in the rough. This is definitely rough, but the view is not. The ceviche was delicious and so were the margaritas. They also had a hot sauce that was very similar to pikliz, if you've ever had Haitian food. Just don't expect 5 star bathroom accommodations. I peed in the bushes. read more
7 years ago
9 years ago
This place is a hidden gem in Tulum. We go once a year with friends and have the same thing every time - ceviche, salsa and guacamole with chips, rice, beans and the whole fried fish. You can BYOB so we always bring wine and prosecco. Everything is super fresh, and the fish is the best whole fish we've ever had. The bathrooms are fairly primitive, so be prepared for that. The venue is right on the beach so the view is stunning. read more
8 years ago
8 years ago
Well worth the trip out of Tulum, Chamicos was even better than we had imagined. Beautiful views, excellent service, cold beers, a delicious menu and overall great vibe made for the best day of our trip. We tried a few things from the menu and enjoyed it all but the shrimp quesadilla was particularly memorable. Can't recommend this place enough! read more
9 years ago
6 years ago
9 years ago
Best ceviche i have had in the Riviera Maya...very laid back atmosphere with not many people. Prices were reasonable for the location. Beach is a little rocky but there's a decent reef to snorkel. Just take the dirt road all the way to the end. read more
I considered not posting a review because I want to keep Chamicos all to myself - plastic tables and chairs are scattered across a wonderfully quiet stretch of beach by Soliman Bay. Pick a seating next to a hammock in preparation for a post-meal nap. Feel the ocean breeze as your server brings you a refreshing and tart margarita. Get the Chamicos ceviche for an incredibly fresh medley of fish and shellfish over two split and grilled lobster tails. Crunch on tortilla chips. Have some garlicky and buttery fish filets. Live the good life. read more
7 years ago
7 years ago
You really need good directions to find this place! Once there, it's magical. White Sand, tons of shade from the palm trees, hammocks all over and - wait for it - beach side massage. You can sit at tables by the water and be served lobster, fish, ceviche and more. The food is prepared in a make-shift kitchen with huge outdoor kettles and grills. The restaurant is reasonably priced and closes at 5:00 so come early and relax. It's so worth it. read more
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