Incredible food and great vibe! Had an off-menu shrimp platter that was so very delicious! Met…read moreowner Alex and he is fabulous - great outlook on life. If you're looking for authentic and yummy Italian food, this is your spot.

Service and food was excellent. Best place we've eaten at since we got to Puerto. My wife had the…read morepesto Cameron and I had the whole Red Snapper. Both delicious. I highly recommend.

This place was busy every night we passed by so we finally gave it a try. Service from Alfredo was…read moretop notch. Food was great. Our group of 6 enjoyed a mixture of pizzas and pasta. I will say the margarita pizza was a little underwhelming and not what we are used to. It was basically a cheese pizza with a few basil leaves on it. The pasta tho was great and I would recommend and return.

Lovely little restaurant on the waterfront. Menu is small, but representative of an Italian…read morerestaurant Service is very good....the staff is very attentive and the owner is always about checking to make sure things are going well. We started off with the spinach dip...everyone loved this. I tried it, but to be fair, I am not a fan of spinach dip. It wasn't bad, because the dish was clean, but I am not a fan of it. Based on the reception, I am going to say it was a winner, if you like that sort of appetizer. The Queen and I got the Antipasto Italiano (italian meats and cheeses). The selection of meat and cheeses were nice, but the overall size was a little small in my opinion. For entrees, me and The Doctor got the Spaghetti Bolognese and The Queen got the Spaghetti Arrabbiata. The bolognese was very good. The sauce was loaded with meat. For the Arrabbiata, I would say that the presentation looked great, but this is not a dish I would eat because it is spicy hot. The Queen likes hot and super hot, so this was eaten with relish by her. Because she likes hot stuff, the owner brought out extra red pepper as well as an oil that contained spices and whatever was used to make the Arrabbiata, only it was hotter. The Queen used the oil and was ok with it. My friend got a steak with grilled veggies and mashed potatoes. He is not big on potatoes, so he asked if he could have some of my pasta and he would give me the potatoes. I looooooooove potatoes and these were so good. They were whipped very well and loaded with butter and herbs. They were a great side to my pasta :-) We did not do dessert as we were stuffed. They also do pizzas, so will have to try that out next visit down. All in all, this was a great Italian meal in Mexico.

A four star review with trepidation. Perhaps a three 1/2 star better. And only for one reason…read more Massimo's waters down there drinks, big time. Then they smile about it. My Spanish is conversational don't smile, just agree. Now for the rest of the review, Massimo's has an eclectic menu, and an exciting specials menu. The bread sticks they give you, well there adequate. But, this area is a humid as a witches broom. Soooooooo........... I ordered from the special of grilled Pulpo or filled octopus. It was outstanding, if Massimo's didn't give me a vodka and WATER, when I ordered just vodka chilled, I'd be raving about this place. Alas, I'm angry at getting ripped of. The food is outstanding, the service is good, the bartender should be lynched.

Another stop on our Puerto Aventuras eating "tour" of sorts. We had last been here years ago under…read moredifferent management circumstances. Now more "dressed up", the service attentive and let's just say a big improvement in atmosphere and otherwise. A substantial menu with homemade pasta the focal point. We opted to start with bruschetta which was among the best we have had. The crostini were just right, not burnt to crispy hardness. Sandra had a filet which was tender--in itself a major accomplishment in these parts. She liked the funghi (mushroom) sauce. I can't comment because sauce on steak just isn't my favorite anywhere. I had the octopus which was chargrilled, which I enjoyed. The surprise was the wine list: few options basically one of each type. That said, the Italian Chianti was outstanding and that made all the difference when the selection is limited. We could not have eaten dessert however they provided us a tiramisu for home which when we had it was amazing. Service was excellent and once again a dinner that exceeded our expectations. Never did try the homemade pastas which looked delightful so that is our excuse to go back once again. But the wine choice is already done.

We booked a room at Omni Puerto Aventuras not really knowing what to expect from the town. Let me…read morejust say, we were blown away. One of the coolest secluded areas I could possibly describe. Not only was the town great but our visit to La Chaya was the cherry on top. Never in our lives have we had such fresh seafood accompanied by such amazing service. Our server was very attentive and welcoming which made the visit ever better. The restaurant itself is very quaint and perfect for a romantic evening or group dinner. Overall I could not recommend a better spot for when visiting Puerto Aventuras. Amazing price for the quality of the food. 2 Appetizers, 2 glasses of wine & 2 entrees came out to only $48 USD! We will definitely venture back on our next trip.

Incredible Italian in playa del Carmen - just a block from 5th Avenue. Highly recommend.read more

Amazing service, amazing food, walk in options available, waited about 10 minutes but it was worth…read moreit. The prices are great too, our meal was $50 including tip and we got a few drinks, a salad, and 2 entrees! Definitely recommend for authentic Italian food!

February 3/2025: Dinner with the Fifth Wheel Travelers…read more This was a solid meal. Our server "Nico" was a super pleasant fellow that worked very hard to provide great table service, albeit just a dash slow. I think it was a kitchen issue. The ambiance was casual but still nice. Crushed stone floor for this indoor/outdoor restaurant. Restaurant served no charge table bread with dips. The food was delicious. I had the off-menu fettuccine Alfredo ($190p) with Ham & Mushrooms (they forgot the mushrooms)? Even without the mushrooms it was delicious. This is a definite do over.

We kind of oinked it. But it was so worth it. Started off with the arugula salad which was good and…read morefresh. I had the ravioli in butter sage sauce stuffed with lamb and it was delicious. Perfectly El Dante. My wife had the ravioli stuffed with ricotta and spinach. And we shared a Diavolo pizza. We had a little leftovers but no complaints there;) The ambiance was lovely, live music was playing, the servers were very attentive, although ours seemed to have disappeared when it came time for the check. I paid at the bar, no problem. All in all, a delicious experience, and we would definitely return!

Upstairs Italian restaurant located in shopping center in Akumal. Elda (owner) seated us right…read moreaway, we ordered the avocado fries- a must try in my opinion! Tonight we split the Salamino pizza. Few nights before I had the risotto, it is superb, the gelato is homemade by an older Italian couple that lives in a town not too far. During our stay we ate there twice for dinner and walked up once from our AirBnB especially for the gelato; mango and passion fruit are phenomenal.

Amazing service, cocktails and food!! We have a home in the area and all of our neighbors said we…read morehave to try. This restaurant feels like a luxury treehouse restaurant. Unbelievable pizza and chicken parmigiana. Highly recommend!!

Good bakery. No seats. No gluten free yet. They had only been open a few weeks. Closed on Sunday…read more They tend to sell out quickly; there was not much there when we arrived.

It's a great bakery! These old reviews don't apply to the current business. This is now a fabulous…read morebakery and a sort of specialty food convenience store, if that makes any sense. The cinnamon rolls are among the best I've ever had, especially when they are still warm. We asked for ours with light frosting and a sprinkle of pecans, but there are other options. The focaccia is also delicious. Today we brought back a loaf of bread. Everything we've tried has been excellent-- I just wish there were a coffee cart adjacent (they do have a Nespresso on the counter as an option.)

Tired of tacos? Need a break from burritos, quesadillas, or gringas? Then definitely hit Guido's…read more It's not the cheapest joint on Cozumel, but it's one of the best. The caprese with Oaxaca cheese is worth checking out. The pesto is great. Simultaneously smooth and also has a nice bite. The squid ink linguini is a wonderful... and don't sleep on dessert. If you're a small party, the bar is a great option, but the back patio is lovely, too. Service is prompt, friendly, and attentive. Ask for a wine recommendation if you're up for something new. I did. I'd never have picked the recommendation... and I learned something new. Maybe you will, too.

The staff! The atmosphere! The food! Across the board I felt beyond welcomed, and pampered…read more You walk into this cozy little hallway of a restaurant but to your surprise the back is a beautiful, serene oasis. With beautiful trees growing through the floor to the ceiling, the gorgeous lights that twinkle and bring romance to the space, it is all perfect. The staff! Wow! We never felt rushed but always were attended to. The food came with the perfect attention to detail and timing. At no point did I feel rushed or a burden to anyone. What an amazing feeling. Now the food! I am from a very prominent Italian food area and I was very impressed with that selections. The lasagna was stunning, the carbonara needed nothing and gave you that sweet hug from the inside you dream of. I got the ravioli with butternut squash and ricotta. I was stunned. It has been over a week since I had it and I still dream about it at night. What a hidden gem!

We came on a super rainy Tuesday night in November and got a great table under the roof. We had…read moresome wonderful wine and shared two incredible pizzas. The pesto y camarones with Sundries tomatoes was my absolute favorite. We also ordered a pizza with sausage, artichoke hearts, spinach and mushrooms. We loved the thin, crispy crust. Both were great. Waitstaff were all awesome. We had a wonderful evening.

I give this five stars only for the grill! The Italian gentleman who grills nightly serves up the…read moremost tender, delicious meats you'll have taste! We've been there three times, just for the meats. Be patient with the service, they are very slow - but a very friendly crew.