A very quaint spot near fifth Avenue. This was about a 10 min walk for us but very easy to find…read more We were greater immediately and sat. The establishment was busy but attention to guests was great. Ordered the waffle with side of sausage. The waffle was perfection. Very light and buttery. The whipped cream was not overly sweet and a perfect compliment. My partner had French toast with bacon. By the silence and how quickly it disappeared I'll say it was also good. The highlight to me was our server. I did not catch her name but her tattoos were beautiful! She was very attentive to us (and others around us). She switched seamlessly from Spanish to English, which was helpful for me. I had my translator out to help with my broken Spanish but it was not needed . Beautiful breakfast and the walk back afterward was rough since we were stuffed. It did help in digestion though We paired

We went to brunch at Lara & Luca. Very cute place with easy parking in the front, a guide is there…read moreto help you park, which is nice! Walking in, they're very welcoming! The restaurant is clean and very modern. The ceiling is cute! They have egg cartons as their ceiling! I was surprised that I couldn't just got hot black coffee, so I ordered a latte, wasn't disappointed! They even designed a heart at the top! We shared an almond croissant and they gave out passionfruit yogurt with a crunchy topping - these two things were my favorite of the meal. We are even talking about going back tomorrow just to get these two things! We also shared the Luca sandwich - this was delicious!! The sandwich has ham, cream cheese, mushrooms, and truffle oil, and topped with an egg. So delicious! There was a salad on the side that had some type of vinaigrette on it. The only complaint was that the vinaigrette was soaked up in the bottom piece of bread which made those bites a little busy when all in one bite. If I ever get a chance to order this again, I'd ask for the dressing on the side. We also got the chicken and waffles. This is the only thing we were disappointed with, not disappointed enough to mark the rest of the experience down though. The chicken was pretty good, but some bites were really salty. The waffle was so dry, even with adding the syrup, it didn't help with the waffle much. Overall, we loved this place! So glad we got to eat here! And the service was wonderful throughout the whole meal!

Awesome restaurant serving yummy Venezuelan food. Clearly this spot is a labor of love for the…read moreowners and people working here. The waitress was great, very fluent in English since she lived in NC for a while. Everything we ate and drank from the delicious fresh juices to the different items on their menu was great. The only nit is that the food took a super long time to come out.

Must try: Cachapa Chévere!…read more Why: Delicious breakfast, which I tried the Cachapa for the first time! It came with black beans, plantains, cheese, avocado, and I added an egg. The corn battered pancake-like shell was soft sweetness. The Cachapa was much larger than I thought so it was filling! I was happy and my tummy was full to kick off the morning right. Notes: Cute place a few blocks from main 5th Avenue. They have indoor and outdoor seats. Clean and spacious. The server was awesome! Super welcoming and helpful. I was practicing my Spanish while he was practicing English. It was fun and engaging. The other workers were friendly too checking in if I needed anything. They provided 4 shot sized juices to start and my fav was passion fruit. Had a great time and a great breakfast! Definitely saving this place for a future visit!

One of the best breakfast spots in Playa del Carmen…read more The food is fresh, homemade, and full of flavor. The sourdough waffles are incredible, the chorizo chilaquiles are a must-try, and the fresh orange juice and coffee are excellent. What really stands out is the friendly, welcoming service--you can tell the staff genuinely care about every guest. The atmosphere is cozy, the prices are fair, and the quality is outstanding. If you're looking for an amazing breakfast away from the tourist crowds, I highly recommend this place. We'll definitely be back!

What a hidden little gem !…read more Angel was super awesome, not only provided great customer service, but was so friendly that it felt like I was catching up with an old friend! The food was absolutely delicious! Quality ingredients and full of flavor! Everything was fresh and made in house! Now the coffee needs its only separate review !! It was by far one of the best coffees I've ever had!! I even had to order two! A must try and stop by

Their steak and eggs is my go to! Delicious. I love sitting outside with my dog for breakfast…read more Highly recommend for a chill breakfast

I visited this cafe with a group of three, and we all tried different dishes that were absolutely…read moredelicious! The menu offers a nice mix of Mexican and American options, and it seems like they've mastered both cuisines. The drinks were a standout for me--they were freshly crafted and came out quickly once we were seated. I tried their horchata espresso, which was perfectly balanced and such a unique treat. As for the food, everything was fresh and flavorful. I had the Avocado toast. My friends got pancakes with different style eggs. he pancakes had just the right texture, and the avocado toast had a tangy sauce that added a great touch. The service was friendly and efficient, even though the cafe was quite busy. It's a cozy spot with a welcoming atmosphere, and sitting outside gave us a lovely view of the neighborhood.

Tried the Italian as well as the mushroom bomblette. Both were fantastic. Decent portion size and…read morecame with a good little salad. The ambiance here is impeccable and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. This was my favorite out of 4 vegan restaurants visited so far in Playa del Carmen. Plan to be back soon!

I came on two occasions and both I enjoyed. This is a vegan place. The products are high quality…read moreAnd the composition of plates is intelligent. I've ordered the fruit bowl, tempura cauliflower tacos, and falafel pita. The fruit in the bowl is fairly fresh. It's a basic fruit bowl. The tempura cauliflower tacos have outstanding thick tortillas, fresh avocado, well executed tempura cauliflower, and fresh pickled cabbage. The balance of flavors makes for a genuinely good tack. The falafel pita was also quite good. The falafel had a crisp bite and smooth savory chick pea interior. The fries that are included are fresh, crisp on the bite, and smooth on the inside.

Pooh and I came here for lunch. It's our second day in Playa Del Carmen and it's hot!!!…read more We were at the beach and walking in the sand felt wonderful while thinking of -26 weather at home. This restaurant is on Fifth Avenue, the main walking street for tequila and a variety of restaurants and watering holes. It's out in the open with a covered part too. We started off with a pitcher of sangria. It was cold and delicious. I ordered the Volcano nachos and Pooh had the quesadillas. Pooh loved his quesadillas. They were very tasty and cheesy. Crunchy on the outside and soft interior My nachos were amazing. They were stacked (see photo) and each layer had all the fixings. They came with both hot and mild sauces. The hot wasn't too spicy but it had a wee kick. The server and staff were very friendly.

Lol these places crack me up. These are tex-mex food for picky Americans who stay on the strip…read more Great service. Sub par drinks (my husband endulged in one of their margs with a beer and I made fun of him the whole time, which, he also made fun of himself). The food is okay, like fast food mexican. Nothing super unique, fresh, or out of this world. But you know what it's perfect for? Those nights you're a little too drunk walking 5th street and need something to sober you up. That, or picky kids.

This a such a cute and charming place. Their hot drinks are absolutely well done. Cappuccino and…read morelate, which we have tried. Their food is also very delicious.

Don't bother coming here unless you're staying at the Thompson. I went in because the reviews were…read moregood and it was nearby but I had to wait in their overly warm reception area and got the opposite of a warm reception as the front desk lady called around to see if they could "let me" have breakfast and ultimately decided that the restaurant was only for guests. Waste of my time on a travel day and confusingly demeaning for no good reason. Score is not based on food as I didn't get any.

Had the best American breakfast at Cinco during my stay at the Thompson Main House. The service and…read morestaff were very attentive and accommodating. We enjoyed seeing them each morning and we truly enjoyed the delicious breakfast as well. The food and fresh green juices definitely made our trip great!

This place was really good and not to mention halal! I'm not entirely sure what I got as the menu…read morewas in Spanish and French only and our waitress didn't speak English. The pasta was good, but I wasn't expecting that bc I thought I had ordered a completely different type of pasta! The crepe was really good as well. It is a bit of a walk from the touristy area (maybe like 15ish mins), but it was still good overall. The crepe and hot chocolate were good too. Also pricing here was incredibly reasonable. If you eat zabiha, come check this place out!

Cute place, great service. We came by for coffee and it was terrible. We were looking for a bakery…read morebecause those places have the best coffee! Looks like it has the potential to be good. A few couples ordered fluffy looking pancakes. If you are looking for coffee go elsewhere!

Excellent food! Great service - very reasonably priced without sacrificing flavor! Service was…read moreincredible too!

I'm just gonna be a bit of a jerk here and just say that any of the bad reviews of this place are…read morejust silly. My husband and I came here both hungry and killing time before our ride to the airport. Our server (his first day!) was great, and the breakfasts were outstanding. The best we've had in our 10 days in Mexico. I had the huevos rancheros and my husband had the huevos fritos. Our meals were tasty, and came with sides of a wonderful polenta (my favorite!) and caprese kind of salad. The toast was even good, and this place would contend for some of the best coffee we've had in Mexico too. Definitely 5 stars, we and our tummies were very pleased. :)