Every time we visit Bacalar, we always dine here. Everything that they do is on point. From the…read morefood, drinks, service and ambiance. Yolanda is our lovely and kind server tonight. She gave us wonderful recommendations on the menu. The Corazon burger is amazing!!! And that fillet tuna is definitely a favorite. I highly recommend visiting this place to finish off a great vacation in Bacalar. Thank you El Barril!!!

I'm not sure how this place has so many great reviews. We went for dinner on the recommendation of…read moreour host. We were sat quickly and had our choice of seating. The atmosphere was nice. The server was nice but inattentive. We repeatedly had to ask multiple times for water, the bill, basic condiments. She didn't bother to return after delivering the food to see if everything was OK. The waitress had to go ask someone about every request, even the simplest ones. We ordered the mixed grill which was edible but an uninspired pile of mostly chicken with one pork rib, one sausage and a few vegetables thrown in, all smothered in BBQ sauce, which left everything tasting more or less the same. We also had the guacamole, which was decent but needed salt which I had to ask for. If I had visited the bathroom before we ordered I wouldn't have even bothered to eat there. The women's bathroom was out of order so I was pointed to the men's room. The water in the sink was not working and there was a bucket of cloudy soapy water in the sink presumably to "wash" my hands in. There was a pile of dirt and rocks all over the counter next to the sink. They don't accept credit cards and when we paid cash the exchange rate they gave was well below what is typical for the area. This in a place that is frequented by tourists. The food was expensive for the quality and service provided. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. There are other much better options in the area.

This is definitely a hidden gem. Roof top view and an exclusive bar area . I wish there were much…read morere photos to describe the beautiful location.

The service was excellent, the food was inventive, very tasteful and beautifully presented. Well…read moredone to the chef and staff!! A must try when you're visiting this beautiful place!

Probably the best drinks I've ever had. Staff is very friendly and the food is great. The place is…read morein the middle of the jungle, so the natural environment is very beautiful and quiet. 100% recommended.

Best bar and restaurant in Mahahual !!! Jose the bartender made us feel so comfortable and not to…read moremention the amazing drinks he made with fresh fruit and their unique blender ! Kevin the owner was just as welcoming and even gave us a ride back to our hotel and showed us around town . We had several meals here that were so good but the most standout was the conch ceviche . Don't miss this place if you come to Mahahual. Can't wait to see Kevin and Jose again !!! You guys made our trip !!!!

From the owner: We are the only over water palapa bar in Costa Maya. We have…read morea beach club, restaurant, and bar. We offer free kayaks, snorkel equipment, wifi, beach palapas, lounge chairs, and bathrooms with shower. Come hang out on the dock and eat and drink with us. You will not want to leave.

First off, the food was amazing. The staff there know how to make good food. The service is good…read more We stayed at the air B and B in addition to eating/drinking at the bar. The room itself was adequate. The advertisement says the kitchen was fully stocked. It was not. The downstairs bathroom sink was broken. Bring your own supplies if you plan to cook there. The host and staff live on site which is helpful. The front door has no lock on it. Insects are viscous. The host gets very "handsy" when he drinks so be prepared to get groped. Oh, I forgot to mention, make sure you charge your devices. There are frequent power and water outages.

Excellent bar with food about 10 miles north of the bridge. The best drink is the dirty banana; so…read moreif you come here say give me the Mika Dirty Banana. You'll have great drinks, good conversation and meet new friends. 18°00'29.0"N 87°54'38.9"W

This place closed but the place on the beach next to it was 3 taco plates, guacamole, salsa, and 4…read moremargaritas was $200! Watch out!

Instead of booking a standard destination from the cruise's list of premise options, we decided to…read moretry this option from TripAdvisor. The staff was so friendly and food was fantastic. Try the fish tacos and you will not be disappointed. And look at that hibiscus daiquiri! Gorgeous!!!

Awesome place, came here on the recommendation of a local. Cool little sports bar, had good music…read moreand plenty of TVs, food was cheap and tasty! Drinks were strong and well crafted. Even met the owner Carlos, really nice guy. Order the chicken quesadilla as an appetizer, it's practically a full plate, and it's really good. Careful, the green sauce is spicy!!

Spending the day at Nacional Beach Club in Costa Maya and I'm still thinking about it…read more From the moment we arrived it felt a little VIP. We had booked our tickets ahead of time and transportation was included, which made everything super easy. When we pulled up they walked us straight to our private palapa... and it literally had our name on it. I'm not kidding. Such a fun touch. The whole vibe here is exactly what you want for a beach day: relaxed, not overcrowded, and really great service. No chaos, no fighting for chairs, just comfy loungers, beautiful beach views, and staff who are constantly checking on you. Food and drinks were honestly really good too (which isn't always the case with beach clubs). We spent the day doing the perfect routine: swim, grab a drink, eat, relax, repeat. Out of all the beach days I've done at cruise ports, this one easily stands out. It feels a little like a hidden gem -- more elevated but still super laid back. If your cruise stops in Costa Maya, I'd absolutely recommend spending the day here. It ended up being one of our favorite port days.

Look, on this carnival cruise I absolutely loved Nacional, great food, amazing service, the vibe…read morewas calm. There are a few vendors, but not bad. The chilaquiles (red with pork belly and egg) is amazing, we ordered the pichania with 2 lobster tails... perfect! Julian was amazing.

When I first arrived here in Costa Maya, I was doubtful. Then I arrived at Pitaya Beach Club and…read moremet Geo. He was a gracious host. We bought a package that gave us beachside service, unlimited drinks and lunch. Lunch was chicken tacos with fries which was delicious. The beach was pretty crowded here with all the cruise people, but you did have your own separate section. We had a nice shady spot. Geo even walked me and my niece back to catch a taxi. It was a terrific day.

We found this beach club online as they advertised a no alcohol package with veggie or chicken…read moretacos for lunch. This is definitely the low frills kind of place. The advantage was that they are small and the beach chairs are not packed together. As you are in the middle of a packed beach there is a lot of activity and it's very noisy. If you are looking for a luxury experience this is not for you.