It's too bad this place is kind of hidden. It was amazing. The waiter Damíem was great. The…read moreambiance was understated and comforting. The food was delicious. Everyone enjoy a delicious dish. When I asked if my drink could be less sweet they were accommodating. We were celebrating my daughter's birthday and they were so sweet about singing happy birthday.

Pooh and I came here for supper. We wanted some place quiet and this fit the bill. It's off of…read moreFifth Avenue and surrounded by trees. We ordered a bottle of red wine since we're eating steak. The wine was robust I ordered the T-bone steak and Pooh ordered the Fillet Mignon. Both of us asked for medium rare but both were more rare than medium. Still the steak melted in my mouth. Our server, Damian was great. He brought out a tray with the different cuts of steaks to show us what each looked like (see photo). He did the same for the desserts (see photo) I ordered the Lime Charlotte and Pooh chocolate mousse. I had no idea what a Charlotte was but it was amazing. It was like a key lime pie without the crust but layers of cake with chunks of lime curd throughout-sublime truly Pooh loved his mousse. The taste and texture was velvety and he enjoyed the extra crunch of the chocolate chips. A wonderful supper. No complaints!!!

The best high end steak house in Playa with the best service and high quality ambiance and that…read moremakes you feel like royalty.

Honestly cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Exactly why I love Yelp and Mexico in…read moregeneral lol. The service here rivals any restaurant that I've ever been too! The staff is SOO friendly and professional and the food is amazing. Fine dining quality service and food without the fine dining pretentiousness and prices. I've been here 5-ish times now and have loved every single experience. Favorites are for sure the empanadas and the soft shell crab. Entrees are bomb too. You cannot go wrong! Highly recommend.

I wanted to try Rio Brazilian Steakhouse while visiting Playa del Carmen, but unfortunately we…read moreweren't able to find it at all. We went to the listed location expecting the restaurant, but instead found a Cuban restaurant there. We double-checked the address and walked around the area just to be sure, but there was no sign of Rio Brazilian Steakhouse anywhere. It's possible the restaurant has closed, moved, or the listing hasn't been updated--but as of now, the information online doesn't match reality. Just a heads up for anyone planning to go--might be worth calling ahead or confirming the location before making the trip.

Everything about this restaurant was fantastic. Great service! Amazing meats! Fabulous buffet! It…read morewas a magnificent experience!

This was one of the best meals I've ever had. The steaks were cooked to absolute perfection, and…read morethe presentation was flawless. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the atmosphere made the whole experience even better. The Tomahawk, Delmonico, and ribeye were each outstanding--rich in flavor, beautifully prepared, and memorable in every way.

Wow place. This place offers a great steaks a la brasa. Memorable good food with a nice and upscale…read morepresentation. Steaks Term were to perfection and verified right before served. The service was not an A1 , had to request service 2 or 3 times to get my drinks, definitely service can improve. The ambience was well aligned with the restaurant concept. Upscale and simple setting I'll comeback !!!

This was a nice find on 5th Avenue. We walked past it on our way down the street, but stopped by…read moreon our back. The seating on the 2nd floor overlooking the shopping area is the best for people watching. We started with table side guacamole and it was good. We asked the preparer to add a little more spice to heat it up and it was added flavor. The main meals were very good and the menu has many options. My wife ordered a mango margarita and it was great. We enjoyed our lunch here and we will be back on our next visit to Playa Del Carmen.

On our last night in Playa del Carmen last week, Daniel picked this spot for dinner and I am so…read morehappy he did. The location is fabulous. it is on the main strip on 5th Ave but on the second floor overlooking the hustle and bustle below. You get a great view with a romantic, peaceful atmosphere. The décor has a tropical vibe with lots of plants. The hostess, server and manager were all super nice and helped us choose the best items on the diverse menu. We started with some ceviche and stuffed jalapenos. Both were delicious. I order a glass of Malbec from Argentina- happy they had a decent wine selection as many places in Mexico only have good beer or tequila. For my entrée, I had bacon wrapped tiger shrimp on a bed of mashed potatoes. Yum!! Daniel had a lobster pasta dish and it was quite good too though I think we both preferred mine. The price was very reasonable - for 2 apps, 2 entrees and 2 glasses of wine it was $77 USD before tip. It would be nearly impossible to have that much for that price at a fine dining place here. Thanks for a lovely experience, Madre Tierra!

The salad was good. This is a Kosher restaurant which appealed to us. However, they present the…read moresteaks as "Prime Beef." We are from the great state of Texas and know our beef. Their ribeye was just plain awful. In no way was it prime. Service was good, seating was nice, wine list is very lacking. Expect very high prices and a let down in almost every way.

It was a pretty atmosphere. The food was good. If you come during the day you'll catch beautiful…read moreview of the ocean other than that it's a nice romantic spot.

So, here we are in Playa Del Carmen, MX. got here a bit late and wanted something close for dinner…read more Well, have no fear, this is RIGHT across the street from our hotel, Acanto Playa Del Carmen. Very friendly staff, great drinks and some tasty food. A bit pricey, but still good food. For an appetizer, we got their scallops and pork belly, which was AMAZING! Then We both got the grilled Octopus and if you like this sort of seafood, then you will love this. I know people don't like the texture, so then you can try a steak or something. But this Octopus was very delicious. The mashed potatoes were a hit and the French fries were really good as well. The serving size was enough to share one of these side dishes, but whatever, we were not n vacay mode, lol Our drinks were good, and the building were very modern and nice.

I found the smoked bourbon cocktail to be fairly watered down. It did not express the Makers Mark…read morewell at all. For appetizer we ordered Grilled Octopus. That had an firm but very chewable texture. The grilled flavor was prominent but not overpowering. For my main I ordered the Sea Bass en papillote. I found the bass to be overly lemony and not particularly flavorful as a fish. The side dish of potatoes was large, but just a basic goopy buttery, too gummy mush. Overall at the price point, I'd say I thought it was OK. Next time I'd order a steak.

The place is not in 5a Avenida but the steaks are great and the prices are very affordable. Large…read morewine list. We had the Asado de Tira Baby and the Vacio Baby. Bother are very good, great taste and very tender. El lugar no está en la 5a Avenida pero las carnes son buenísimas y los precios son muy asequibles. Gran carta de vinos. Tuvimos el Asado de Tira Baby y el Vacio Baby. Ambos son muy buenos, de gran sabor y muy tiernos.

Overall a fantastic steakhouse. I have never been to a better steakhouse in Mexico. Coming from the…read morestates, we have a good background in good steak. This place certainly lives up to the hype. Solid steaks with authentic seasoning and you can taste the fire! The empanadas are very good with plenty of options. The drinks were very tasty and reasonably priced.

+extremely close to airbnb +rare steak & mash potatoes was…read morefine -completely overwhelmed staff, even at ~30% occupancy; extremely slow food service -apparently random opening hours/days -please consider increasing throughput by ADDING CAPACITY to RATE LIMITING RESOURCES asap

I have been going since they opened and have watched the evolution of this place. The chimichurri…read moreserved with the bread was fresh in the beginning and absolutely wonderful. Now it is still good but made with some lime juice and in bulk so it has lost that fresh pop. All the grilled items are great, try the sweetbread appetizer and the brochettes. Lots of peppers and onions with the brochettes and the sweetbreads, I have never had a bad order, great! Keep it up Mucho Gusto!

After visiting all three El Fogón locations in Playa del Carmen, I can confidently say they're all…read morefantastic. The service is quick, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the food is consistently delicious. Before your meal even arrives, you're served a plate of fresh radishes, cucumber, and lime wedges, plus a selection of toppings including tomatoes, onions, and both a green and red salsa. Unfortunately this location didn't give us the cactus like the other locations did. The red salsa was my favourite, it paired perfectly with the tacos and had just the right amount of heat and flavour. The standout for me was the al pastor taco. The meat was incredibly flavourful with crispy edges, a smoky char, and the perfect balance of savoury spice and sweet pineapple. It was easily one of the best al pastor tacos I had in Playa del Carmen. I also tried the sirloin taco and the chicken breast plate, both of which were excellent. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the quality was impressive, especially for the price. El Fogón absolutely lived up to the hype. If you're looking for authentic, delicious tacos and grilled meats that won't break the bank, this is a must visit. I loved it so much that I ended up eating at all three locations and every visit was just as good as the last.

We had a fantastic meal at El Fogón in Playa del Carmen! The atmosphere was fun, lively, and felt…read morevery authentic. The service was outstanding, and everyone made us feel welcome. My wife and I shared the chicken fajitas, which were excellent. My friend ordered the al pastor fajitas, and his wife had the pork chops--everyone agreed the food was delicious. The guacamole was fresh and amazing, and every dish was flavorful and generously portioned. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with excellent service and a great atmosphere, I highly recommend El Fogón. We would definitely come back!