- - Review in English further down - - UN FESTÍN GRIEGO CON ESPECTÁCULO INCLUIDO Comida En Ilios Cancún, el viaje culinario es una deliciosa mezcla de sabores griegos tradicionales con un toque moderno. Cada plato está elaborado con esmero, desde las güarniciones deliciosas y vibrantes hasta las suculentas carnes a la parrilla. El salmón es un platillo destacado, con cada bocado lleno de la frescura del Mediterráneo. No te pierdas el cordero, que está perfecto, tiernito y llenos de sabor. ¡La comida aquí es tan buena que podrías ponerte a bailar un Zorba por tu cuenta! Servicio Felicitaciones ESPECIALES a Lázaro y Daniel Navarro. El servicio en Ilios es de primera categoría y realmente distingue a este restaurante. El personal va más allá para asegurar que cada comensal tenga una experiencia memorable. Hablando de Daniel Navarro y Lázaro: Cuando nuestro pequeñín estaba al borde de una crisis de aburrimiento, el equipo rápidamente reunió a sus bailarinas para ofrecer un espectáculo improvisado solo para él. Fue un momento conmovedor que nos alegró la noche. Y no olvidemos una de las mejores tradicines griegas que ofrecen: ¡romper platos! Por solo $150 pesos, puedes participar en este divertido ritual, añadiendo un toque extra de autenticidad y emoción a la velada. Ambiente La atmósfera en Ilios es vibrante y llena de energía, gracias en gran parte a las actuaciones en vivo de hábiles bailarines y acróbatas. Es una experiencia inmersiva que te hace sentir como si hubieras sido transportado directamente a Grecia. Sin embargo, prepárate: la música, aunque entretenida y parte integral del espectáculo, es bastante fuerte. No es el lugar para una conversación tranquila e íntima; más bien, es un lugar para disfrutar de un ambiente animado y festivo. Si decides sentarte afuera, ten en cuenta que se permite fumar en las mesas, lo cual podría ser un problema para algunos. Pero, en general, el ambiente animado y el entretenimiento excepcional compensan con creces estos pequeños inconvenientes. En conclusión, Ilios Cancún ofrece una fantástica experiencia gastronómica griega con comida deliciosa, un servicio excepcional y un ambiente vibrante. Aunque el nivel de ruido puede ser alto y se permite fumar en el exterior, estos son inconvenientes menores en lo que de otro modo es una noche espectacular. Ya sea que estés allí por la comida, el espectáculo o simplemente para romper algunos platos, Ilios ofrece una experiencia memorable que te dejará sonriendo. - ENGLISH REVIEW- A GREEK FEAST WITH A SIDE OF SPECTACLE Food At Ilios Cancun, the culinary journey is a delightful blend of traditional Greek flavors with a modern twist. Each dish is crafted with care, from the fresh and vibrant sides to the succulent grilled meats. The salmon is a particular highlight, with every bite bursting with the freshness of the Mediterranean. Don't miss out on the shank (to be shared), which is cooked to perfection, tender and full of flavor. The food here is so good, it might just make you break into a Zorba dance of your own! Service Special KUDOS to Daniel Navarro and Lázaro, our waiters. The service at Ilios is top-notch and truly sets this restaurant apart. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure every guest has a memorable experience. Speaking of Lázaro and Navarro: when our little one was on the verge of a meltdown, they quickly rallied their dancers to put on an impromptu show and dessert just for him. It was a heartwarming moment that turned the evening around for us. And let's not forget the unique Greek tradition they offer--breaking plates! For just $150 pesos, you can partake in this fun ritual, adding an extra dash of authenticity and excitement to the evening. Atmosphere The atmosphere at Ilios is extremely vibrant and full of energy, thanks in large part to the live performances by skilled dancers and acrobats. It's an immersive experience that makes you feel like you've been transported straight to what Greece must be like. However, be prepared: the music, while entertaining and an integral part of the show, is quite loud. It's not the place for a quiet, intimate conversation; rather, it's a venue for enjoying a lively, festive atmosphere. If you choose to sit outside, note that smoking and a hookah bar is offered is allowed at the tables, which might be a concern for some. But, overall, the lively ambiance and exceptional entertainment more than make up for these small drawbacks. In conclusion, Ilios in Cancun offers a fantastic Greek dining experience with delicious food, exceptional service, and a vibrant atmosphere. While the noise level can be high and smoking is permitted outside, these are minor inconveniences in what is otherwise a spectacular evening. Whether you're there for the food, the show, or just to break some plates, Ilios delivers a memorable experience that will leave you smiling. read more

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I'm going to start this review and then finish it at another time. Outrageously fun and entertaining if you go for dinner and are fortunate enough to see the floor show. Went with two friends. The place was pretty empty at 7:00 p.m. on a Tuesday. We did have a reservation but felt we could have probably just walked in because there were maybe two tables worth of people. But it did get quite raucous and loud and filled by about 9:00 p.m. . Somewhere around 9:00 p.m. the floor show started and there were belly dancers and dancing zorba waiters. There were sparklers and breaking plates. 5.0 ambiance, 5.0 service, 4.0 food, 3.0 prices, 3.0 loudness factor. read more

Ilios - Lobster ceviche was excellent - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

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Honestly, even if you don't like Greek food you HAVE to come here. This place was such a vibe!!! Everybody that works here is so energetic and welcoming. They have great music, awesome performers and everyone also gets plates to participate in OPAAAAA. They also give out sparklers and have bottle service. Like I said, even if you come just for drinks this place is a must! We did have dinner, the food was ok. 8/10 .. the drinks were good tho! And the hookah was like the cherry on top. Did I also mention they give you thank you chocolates in a cute little box and a free evil eye bracelet? So cute! I would definitely come back! read more

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I really feel like im in Greece entering the building . The ambiance is amazingly beautiful with ocean front views . The service is outstanding I dropped my AirPod case and they came right away to pick it up for me . The server Arleny was attentive and made me feel taken care of . I wish I could remember the managers name but he was a delight and also made me experience like no other . I love the whole entertainment show that happens around 8pm . They have a fire show , dance and breaking plates !!! The food was delicious I had my filet a little under done but they were happy to fix it and they did right away . I also got to ceviche and it had all the right notes . I booked my reservation on open table read more

Ilios - Ceviche - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

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During our last trip to Cancun in 2021 we stumbled upon this delightful restaurant and because of that experience we had to visit again when we were there last week. If you get an opportunity to go to a Ilios while in Cancun, please take full advantage and go. If you would like to see the entertainment show that is provided you will need to make a reservation, at least a month in advance. The ambience is simply beautiful, the customer service is literally unmatched. I have never had such amazing service anywhere else I've gone in all of my travels! The food is freshly prepared, very flavorful, and just worth every single penny! Also, it is off of the water which makes a very beautiful backdrop there or yachts, going up and down the canal throughout the dinner experience, which really provides additional nice views. As I said, if you get an opportunity to go, please take full advantage of it, I guarantee you will not be displeased. read more

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We came on a Monday night and they were slow but they still had a great vibe! I wish we would have came during the weekend when they had their show. They do a plate smashing everyday around 9 pm. It was fun and inclusive! We came for dessert and hookah. Both did not disappoint. We had a few drinks. I didn't think the drinks were anything special. read more

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Food is upscale Greek and delicious. The lamb is great and prepared perfectly. The drinks are exotically offered and if you have a birthday it is definitely the place to celebrate. The show which starts at 9 Pm is great with dancing girls and fire and acrobatics. The service is very good and plates are distributed for the customers smashing into a large chest where the entire restaurant participates. Lots of fun, entertainment, beautiful atmosphere and good times had by all Upon checking my credit card statement I see I was charged 3 (three) times for the sane meal and there was an additional charge I did not authorize. Great place but check your credit card statement after patronizing this establishment . read more

This was by far our most fave dinner experience we had. Not only do they have the mixologist who comes and handcrafts your drink but the food and the show were impeccable. So much fun. We even got to break plates. I just got back from Greece and this was legit. read more

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Part of one of the main restaurant groups that dominate the region, we were recommended this place by a few folks. Hanging around the hotel zone, you might spot this restaurant on a few bus stop billboard ads. This Greek-themed restaurant really does uphold the Greek theme. The hostesses attire and the decor of the restaurant is very on brand with what they're trying to establish here. As soon as you walk down the steps, you're transported into a different world. We were lucky enough to come when they had live performers - think Cirque du Soleil performances during your dinner. It's a pretty tight space and it's impressive how more dishes aren't broken. Some of the performances are whatever but it's nice to see when you're enjoying your dinner. For starters, we got the grilled octopus and lamb kebab. The octopus was too salty - not even the lemon could overpower the saltiness of the dish. The lamb presentation was better than it tasted. They take it right off the skewer table-side but the lamb itself was a little on the dry side. For my main, I was looking forward to the lamb rack and I thought it was decent. Once again, the presentation was on point here. The lamb didn't fall off the bone as I imagined but at the end, it was mediocre. We also got a side of greek potatoes and they were huge potato wedges that were super salty. Saltiness seems to be a common trend here... Ilios is a unique attempt at Greek cuisine in the middle of the hotel zone. It's a beautiful restaurant with amazing decor and interesting live entertainment. Just don't have your hopes too high with the food itself. read more

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This is our second time going to Ilios as a family of two adults and two children. The ambience is beautiful, the view of the water is gorgeous, and the service is excellent. They are able to go off menu to make something. My picky. Kids will eat, which was much appreciated. (buttered noodles hit the spot). We don't cook with a lot of salt, so the salmon carpaccio a bit salty for us but the tatziki and Greek salad were good. Last time and this time my main dish left something to be desired. Last time I got the rack of lamb which wasn't particularly flavorful. This time I got the Mediterranean octopus which the waiter recommended to me. It was also salty and something I can't put my finger on that made it not as enjoyable as I'd hoped. The show during dinner starts 8:30-8:45 ish and was entertaining. Cocktails were good but for the price I would expect food to be better. As for why we went here twice, my husband enjoyed his dish the first time but less so this time. read more

So glad we came to visit - as this place came up in my searches for which restaurants to book in Cancun. I did not expect the atmosphere to be this fancy. The interior, the candles, the seating, water front view, everything looked beautiful. We were immediately seated thanks to our reservation. The service was incredible, someone holds your chair for you and you're brought a small stand to hold your purse. Around the time we were seated, an unexpected show started with dancers (I did not anticipate this happening). So it was very cool and felt fancy. As the night proceeded, the music got louder, and more dancing, and there was a sparkling show as it was time to break plates (also a cool first experience). The place did have families, but you're better off booking for a earlier dinner, considering how loud it got if with kids. Coming to the food - the items we ordered were great, but nothing spectacular. The price is still worth it though for all that you get in the ambiance, service, and show. The spanakopita was the best, followed by the Greek salad. Although I enjoy the feta sauce with the cauliflower, I wish they cooked it out more because it was a little hard. The manager came to check in our table to see how we were doing, and the waiters/servers were super attentive to our needs. Overall - note the food isn't super spectacular, but I would still recommend coming here still for the full experience the restaurant provides. It was definitely a memorable visit. read more

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I CANT WAIT TO TO BACK!!!!! My husband and I visited Ilios a few weeks ago during our honeymoon in Cancun. We had seen several billboards advertising it, and after checking it out on Yelp but seeing there weren't many reviews, we decided to give it a shot. First of all, the ambiance is amazing. We've had our fair share of cool restaurants, living in Vegas, and this place exceeded our expectations. It is a beautiful restaurant, and the vibe is awesome. The employees there are all beautiful, and the service was great. Such a fun time, listening to the great music the dj played, and the dancers were fun to watch! All of the food was delicious!! We had the hummus, olives, Greek salad, lamb, and octopus. I still dream about the food there, it was that incredible. It was SO good that we went back the next night to ring in my husband's birthday. We had already ate dinner (unfortunately), so we only had drinks, which again, were delicious. We also had the hookah and were pleased with the variety of flavors they offered. Our server was great and surprised my husband with a cake just a few minutes past midnight. I can't wait to go back - I've told all of my friends about this place. Definitely one of my favorites ever. read more

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Amazing mixology drinks, delicious food, amazing service & atmosphere! Definitely want to check out the other locations! read more

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We went their for our anniversary with our daughter, son in law and 3 grandchildren. We ordered appetizers, entrees and the kids really enjoyed the ice cream cone tree!. read more

Ilios - Ice cream cone tree for the kids. - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

I've been to many of the other restaurants owned by RosaNegra restaurant group, but this one has to be my favorite. I'm middle eastern so greek food is close to home. Their gyro sandwich and branzino fish were the best thing we had that night, and possibly the entire trip. I would avoid the hummus as it did not taste authentic to me and had a very strong taste of a spice or herb that didn't taste like it belonged there. As for the entertainment, they had beautiful belly dancers, they started the plate breaking tradition in which the whole restaurant participated in and the music was the best! The DJ knows how to read his crowd and played mostly middle eastern music which me and my family appreciated! The food was great, the menu is not as big as the other restaurants', the drinks were good tasting but also very weak. As for the entertainment we loved every bit of it. Our only complaint was the service we received. The service was very slow that night despite the restaurant not being full like all the other restaurants we visited in Cancun. We had to ask for a to go box 5 times before we got one and the bill took us asking 7 times and waiting 40 minutes just to finally cash out. read more

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I'm still trying to process what my girlfriend and I experienced. All I wanted was some quality babaganoush while in Cancun. We saw the restaurant had good reviews so we decided to try it. On entering, the hostesses are dressed in chic white outfits. I felt like I was walking into a top tier club. The decor is out of this world. So freaking cool. The food was delicious...especially the lamb, octopus and babaganoush. We thought it would end there. We were wrong! At 8 pm chiseled men and women came out and did this theatrical acrobatic show. It was like Cirque du Soleil. Then at 8:30 pm, smiling, beautiful belly dancers circulated around the restaurant. We enjoyed outstanding cheesecake and puffed on hookah. Then at 10 pm, all in attendance participated in a fun, ceramic plate breaking experience. Next thing we know, the waiters come to a table behind ours carrying individual letters that spell MARRY ME...yep, you guessed it, a couple got engaged. Then the staff passed out fire blasting sparklers as everyone danced. Bear in mind, this was a Monday night! I should also add the staff was TOP NOTCH. So nice, attentive, kind and facilitators of fun. Our waiters, Abisai and Cinco, were terrific! The DJ played fantastic music, song after song...there were large KISS style flame throwers along the backdrop of the ocean view. Like I said, all I wanted was babaganoush...what I got was by far the most fun and memorable restaurant experience ever! Go to ILIOS...request being seated in the area close to the DJ's table. read more

Ilios - Bartender comes to your table - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

My Greek friend and I went, and she said it reminded her so much of being back in Greece! So I would say that's a win! The crab cake appetizer will large and delicious! The lamb chops were just ok, my friend said she has had better, definitely needed more seasoning. The drinks were light, different yet good. The BEST part was the service! I can see why they have a 5 star hospitality rating! Hands down best service they anticipated our needs before we did! Nice experience, which is why I rated them a 4 solely because of the service and read more

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The service and the decor and setting was absolutely top notch. I do want to start with that. But for the price, even relative to the expensive area, I just think some of the food missed a little too hard. The rack of lamb, a statement protein entree, should not have been so extremely tough and difficult to cut and chew. There was silver skin still on the lamb, sign of a poor trim job. The drinks were quite small but tasty, the price was a bit prohibitive. The appetizers were tasty but barely enough to share for two. The performance was fun! The fire show. And the decor during sunset was absolutely unmatched. A restaurant floating above the water. I just wouldn't see myself coming back here but as a one time experience it was one to remember for the incredible service team and attention to the customers. But the food just has to be at least one notch if not two higher to justify and match the level of all the other features of the restaurant. read more

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Andres Yeduardo!!!! He is the best host! He took care of us and made us laugh throughout the night. So thankful for him and the experience we got. read more

I was looking forward to some high end Greek food. I dressed in blue, Greeks love it when you come into their establishment in blue, lol. The restaurant is beautiful, no doubt. I was impressed. Within 5 minutes there is when I was taking issue. They sat us next to a chain smoking European couple. I immediately asked to be moved. I was shocked and pissed that they allow smoking in a place like that. You know, F those few smokers, they can go elsewhere. I watched numerous couples leave that same table and the staff keep seating others there. Rude is putting it lightly. Food. They are trying to reinvent Greek food. Big mistake. Greek can be elegant but it is very well established on what it should be. Greek restaurants are successful all over the world. Illios' food was not real bad, nothing was great. The dinner show was excellent. It's the only reason for a 2 star. Service was good and very typical for Cancun. After the show, the table next to us decided to light up and the staff graciously provided lighters knowing I had an issue before. That pissed me off. I quickly asked for the check and we left. I will not be back. read more

Andres y Eduardo were very helpful and provided incredible service. It was my fiancée and I's first time and Cancun and they helped to make the experience unforgettable! read more

The decorations in the restaurant were so beautiful and unique. Food was good: get the appetizers!! Although pricey it was filling. Service is very quick and does quite literally everything for you. Got to smash plates and yell opa! there were belly dancers and hookah?! However, was very warm inside and some spots are very dark due to the unique lights. read more

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Wow. Just wow. Is it expensive? Yes. It is worth it? Yes. I won't waste your time with small details. Here's a recap: - The restaurant is gorgeous - The staff is incredible - The food is delicious - The party and show is worth the hype Go with a big group. And don't be shy. Stand on the tables and dance. read more

Few restaurants can capture your attention like this one. Utterly suave decor greets guests the moment they enter Ilios. The focal point being the flowing tree that reaches out to all corners of the restaurant, flows with the music, dancers, and essence of what ilios is trying to create. read more

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Mixed feelings about this place. The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous, and that is truly what you're paying for here. The servers are extremely attentive, yet at the same time extremely slow. For example, if you call them over they come right away and when you ask for something, they'll say yes and then just never come back with what you asked for and then you have to remind them again. The pita bread at Trader Joe's tastes better than the pita bread here. The hummus is not good. The eggplant and zucchini chips were good. The lobster pasta was actually terrible and the lobster was so chewy and nasty. The other creamy mushroom pasta was good. Cocktails were hit and miss. The octopus was super tough and gross. The server pressured me into leaving a 20% tip when I asked to leave a different amount. He kept pointing to the 20% and saying 20%? 20%? and making everyone feel incredibly uncomfortable. Then he asked us to write a review, to which I said sure I'll do it later and then he kept saying no, now. Now. He didn't even want to let us leave until we wrote a review. Unbelievable experience. I'd never come back. read more

Amazing atmosphere. Food was great, performances were amazing and the view was beyond what I had expected. Highly recommend coming here. read more

Ilios - This was our view from our table. - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

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Best place to eat in Playa Del Carmen. Sparklers service and the vibe and especially the food! read more

My salmon was really bad and had no flavor. I asked if they could bring out some sauce since it tasted so bland, and the sauce was spiciest thing I've ever tasted. I have a headache now, and my mouth is on fire. The restaurant has cool vibes, but we couldn't see half of the show because of where our table was situated. The service was okay. Our waiter was slow to come over to our table after dropping off our food. read more

The ambiance was great, service was phenomenal, menu had various options. There was even a fire show and belly dancers. We went for my girlfriends birthday and they brought a piece of cake with sparkler and clapped + sang! It was amazing!!! We took leftovers home and enjoyed them the next day just as much as we did the first time we ate them. 10/10! We had the * Grape leaves * baba ganoush * steak skewers * baked chicken * mojito (drink) * Achille's (drink) read more

Food could've been much better. Service was maybe too much. Pretty restaurant although the floor was really bouncy.

First off...the ambience is incredible. The water, the decor...its amazing. Now onto the food & service. Service was exceptional. Our server was Marco. I truly felt his heart & he was attentive & funny & talked about his family to us. An amazing man & great server. We each had a martini.i enjoyed the most delicious refreshing lychee martini & my husband had a mango one. Now for the food. There is a bread service which was accompanied by delicious goat cheese mixed with olives & a red pepper humus. All so good.. we had the saganaki & fish carpaccio...both were incredible & the fish was so fresh. You tasted it in every bite. The presentation of all the food was great. We watched the sun set & continued our dinner. We ordered grilles king crab legs which were accompanied by a olive oil, parsley, & oregano mix & grilled lemon. So so good. I ordered the lambchops & we shared the asparagus . The lambchops were delicious & cooked perfect at med rare. There was a show as we ate. Performers doing Ariel show & belly dancers. They even prepared a surprise for my husband's birthday. I can say that for dessert I ordered the dry ice ice cream & it was to die for. The frozen caramel balls are delicious & we had ordered the baklava not knowing they were brining out a surprise for my husband. The baklava was slightly dry that is my only complaint for the whole experience. That is what this is. I highly recommend to enjoy this establishment for amazing service & food. read more

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The owner of this place has it figured out! Great food, great service and amazing entertainment throughout! A must do while in Cancun. I suggest reservations between 7-7:30, this lets you catch alot of entertainment! read more

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i came here with a group of 35 people and had a horrible experience. everything was great in the beginning including the food, atmosphere, and entertainment but went downhill after getting our second round of tequila shots. We got about 8 bottles of Don Julio reposado at first and when we ordered our second round we quickly realized that it was watered down. If we're gonna pay $300 a bottle, you better make sure the alc is legit. They completely denied that they added water and blamed it the water taste from the bottle being in an ice bucket?? i'm no expert but that sounds like a whole lot of bs. illios had so much potential but this whole situation killed everyone's vibe. nobody deserves to be scammed read more

What a surprise! The hype is real and you can't go wrong dining here but just know it's not cheap but not overpriced either. The bill is for more than food: open and bright atmosphere, boat access, plate smashing, dancers, sparklers to celebrate whatever you like, great music that gets increasingly louder as the night goes on, Saganaki table side, ice cream table side, fresh fish, awesome sides, and great service. We arrived at 6 and left at 10:10 - and felt like we could have stayed longer! We will definitely return! Ps Sunset view too! read more

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Beautiful ans sexy restaurant!! Not sure what I loved the best.. atmosphere, service, entertainment or food! I can't wait to come back. read more

Ilios - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

Amazing food, service & performance from the team. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Cancun.

Wow! Food was great, service was stellar and the atmosphere was festive , upscale and laid back.. Great view, prices were reasonable considering the food, presentation, service and atmosphere. Really great, a highlight of our vacation so far! read more

(This is only for the Cancun location) Go for the Atmosphere, stay for the Sunset and stretch your stay till the Belly dancers and the cirque du soleil performers. The experience is worthy of every penny! The food is good enough and absolutely not Greek, I am Greek and none of the dishes were Greek fare, still everything tasted good enough but nothing exceptional. Still I will go back again and again. read more

Ilios - Greek Near Me - Cancún, ROO

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Excellent all around. Food was good. Service was exceptional. Ambience is 100%. Show was good. Martin's we're OK. But service and ambience is Definitely a place to go and enjoy. read more

Got sat in far back of restaurants, couldn't see the show. Got sick off chicken and sent back tuna because it was so fishy smelling.