La Coqueta

Everybody rant and raves how great it is I thought it was so so…read moreMaybe the Pastor store tacos are just better in the town. I live in in California cause I didn't think their pastor lived up to the hype Hopefully, it's just an off day for them

Stopped by a little after 12pm on a weekday. Had a large order of 60+ tacos to go, which they…read morecranked out within 15-20 min. Got a mix of al pastor and chicken, all of which came with many bags of salsa (red and green). General consensus was the al pastor was great, chicken was a bit dry and passable. Washed it down with some horchata (which was also fine). Skip if you don't eat pork, but 5 stars for the al pastor in terms of flavor and value.

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ARCA

4.3(351 reviews)

7.2 km

•$$$

This place is amazing , the ambiance is incredible, the service is even better and the food…read more...takes the top prize! Bone marrow is a must Tip, book the drink tasting experience.

Second time at Arca and much better than our first! We had…read more* our go-to soft shell crab tacos- lightly breaded and served with local edible leaf as a taco shell * prawns with curry sauce- perfectly grilled with the head on * grilled octopus * scallop ceviche that was amazingly presented and seasoned, served with in-house crackers * sea bass filet * dessert- coconut/passionfruit/ mango ice cream served in a husk. Great mixture of flavors! Chocolate ice cream - beautifully presented and some rich chocolate ice cream as well, and another dessert that I forgot. So maybe that one may be just okay LOL * drinks - Miami Nice (passionfruit) and a no name drink that the resto blends into a clear drink, served with a guava block. You take a piece of the guava block and leave it on your tongue, and sip your drink. Very very smooth! Would highly recommend this unknown drink. Michelin starred, reservations highly recommended. Better to come without heels since the flooring is made out of pebbles, dim lighting contributing to the dining experience, and fantastic service.

Kitchen

Mexican Wagyu Tlayuda

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El Asadero

4.4(136 reviews)

0.6 km

Carpaccio octopus : Light, refreshing and flavorful. Thinly sliced well flavored…read moreGuacamole: needed a little more lime but it was great overall

This place is amazing!! We had the best food - everything was cooked to perfection! We had the New…read moreYork steak, the lamb rack, and the stuffed potato with chorizo. The micheladas were the best ones I've ever tried (and I've tried a lot, haha). The restaurant has a very fancy feel, even though the food/drinks were reasonably priced. The ambiance was beautiful - gorgeous paintings of jaguars everywhere and dim lighting to set the mood. The service was outstanding. Our waiters, Guillermo & Martín, made sure we were taken care of throughout the whole night. They even brought my friends and me a mini coat rack to hang our purses next to our table.

Open kitchen in lobby

Starter chips and sauces/dips

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La Malinche

4.7(85 reviews)

6.6 km

Came here for a nightcap after dinner. We ordered a Pina Colada and Passion fruit Margarita with…read moreMezcal. The Pina Colada was watered down and the taste of alcohol was absent. I hardly drink and did not get even a baby buzz from the drink. The Margarita was OK. The service was OK. Each drink was $300 MXN or around $17 USD. Maybe I visited on an off day? There's plenty of other places in the area, this place would be a last resort.

Ok, so we're in Tulum and it's time to smash on our first dinner sesh. After walking around…read morechecking out what we fancy we settled for this spot. Welcome to La Malinche. Lets get to the food shall we. Chapulunes Tacos - Yes I like this stuff. I adore the preparation. The avocado doesn't really do much for the rest of the taco, but sauced up its a 6.8/10 Mushroom Taco - I couldn't stress enough about my partiality to vegan food. I adore the texture and the taste. I feel they put all the effort on this taco. 8.7/10 Al Pastor - It's nice and juicy. The the pineapples are present. Taste does fall a little short from the ones I've had before. 7.6/10 Service was pleasant. The ambiance was a total vibe. I would definitely recommend. If you ever make it to Tulum, do give this spot a proper go at it and let me know what you think. Hit that like and follow for more food and travel adventures by yours truly. Share this review with a smash mode buddy. And thank you so much for reading along.

Welcome Tequilla Shot , their region's tradition is paired with fried crickets ...yes you read that correctly

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La Zebra

4.3(245 reviews)

7.7 km

During a beach jog we stumbled across La Zebra and decided to stop, great decision. The setting is…read moreepic, right on the sand with the ocean as your backdrop and a relaxed morning atmosphere. Service was friendly and attentive, making it an easy place to sit for a bit and cool down. I went with the breakfast burrito while my wife had the avocado toast, and both were fresh and satisfying without feeling heavy. Sometimes the best finds are the unplanned ones, and this was definitely one of them.

Easy and breezy! While this restaurant is right next to La Zebra Hotel, you don't have to stay…read morethere to eat here. It's a covered, open-air restaurant right on the beach with breezy seating and great ocean views. The food is consistently good to great, and the drinks are well made. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, each with its own menu. Highlights include excellent tableside guacamole with garlic oil, fresh ceviche, fruit and veggie smoothies, and plenty of kid-friendly options, even if they're not clearly labeled. Service was friendly and apologetic the few times a dish came out late. Overall, it's a convenient, relaxed beachside spot with solid food and a beautiful setting.

Fresh sugar cane and press for real mojito.

Taco Sudado - pumpkin, tomato, ayocotes, leek, chickpeas

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Encanto Cantina

4.0(161 reviews)

1.3 km

The food was ok…read more The encanto burger was really well seasoned. I also enjoyed the home made chips. You mainly will go for the atmosphere. It looks really nice inside and feelings like you are in the jungle in the middle of the city. The service was fairly quick but you don't have a lot of options. If you have a picky eaters it might not be a good experience But everyone was nice and I would go back for the atmosphere alone. Price wise, things are fairly priced.

Beautiful spot with romantic ambiance. Came for dinner for date night. Made reservations for two…read moreonline, super easy with text and email reminders. Pros: - service was excellent - turned on the fan for us and brought an extra one as well - provided bug spray upon seating - food was solid. We ordered the Caesar salad to share, pork belly tacos and a veg tacos. Notes: - The wine pour was very small for the $200MX price. Although the wine itself was very nicely balanced and tasted great with the chilled glass. Just be prepared to spend more than usual for drinks.

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Taquería Honorio

4.7(311 reviews)

0.6 km

Stopped by on a Sunday morning around 11:30am. Put our names down with the hostess, seated about 15…read moremin later. We were pretty sweaty waiting, but once seated, the fans dried us off. There is a line inside if you placed a phone order. Got 2 coffees (americano + cappucino), chicharrones to start, chilaquiles (add egg) with choice or red/green sauce, and 4 tacos. Chicharrones came with generous amount of guac, and delicious, fresh tortillas. The pork skin itself was alright, but a great vehicle for the guac. Coffee was decent, cheaper than if you get a touristy cafe. Cappucino was very rich and milky with nice layer of foam on top. Chilaquiles were good, and tacos were very good as well. They accept card! Very speedy service. Overall, cheap and authentic.

Some of the best food I had in Tulum!…read more It's been a month since I ate here and I'm still thinking about the food. It was so delicious. Literally everything I tried. I particularly loved the relleno sabultes!! It's a must try if you're ever in Tulum. The restaurant itself is open with lots of seating. And the service was super fast and nice. I'll for sure be back whenever I go back to Tulum.

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Kitchen Table

4.5(264 reviews)

5.2 km

•$$$

Absolutely amazing! This is a must! The food, service, and over experience was top tier! Love,…read moreLove, love!

Kitchen Table just reopened in Tulum, and it instantly reminded me why it's such a standout. The…read morestaff was amazing--genuinely friendly, incredibly attentive, and clearly passionate about what they're serving. You can tell they really know the food and love talking about it. One of the best parts of eating here is the feeling that you're right in the kitchen. The open-fire setup, the smells, the sound of everything cooking--it all makes the experience feel personal and relaxed, almost like you're hanging out with friends who just happen to be phenomenal chefs. I tried the tetelas and the short rib, and both were fantastic. The tetelas had that comforting, handmade feel with rich, local flavors. The short rib was ridiculously tender, full of smoky depth, and easily one of the highlights of the night. Kitchen Table's reopening feels like a win for Tulum. Great food, thoughtful staff, and an atmosphere that pulls you straight into the heart of local cooking--I'd go back in a heartbeat.

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NÜ Tulum

4.4(91 reviews)

8.3 km

Was a bit underwhelmed by this spot to be honest. The aesthetics were on point, open air concept…read morewith widely spaced tables, candles, decent music. They start you off with a complimentary piece of toast with some vegetable chunks. Each of us got a quarter of a piece of dry white bread that I would pass on in the future but the vegetables paired with it had decent flavor. I got the passion fire as my drink and very much enjoyed it. It was sweet and refreshing with just the right amount of heat. 9/10. For appetizers my group split the duck tartlet with pink mole, the sweet potato agrodolce, and the hamachi tiradito. The duck was well cooked and tender but lacking in flavor. The pink mole wasn't adding much to the dish other than creaminess. The tart shell was awful. It was thick and dry and reminiscent of a premade store bought tart shell. 5/10. The sweet potato agrodolce was good, the sweet potato and squash ribbons had a nice firm texture and snap but all of the flavor came from the yogurt sauce that they were sitting on. 7/10. The hamachi tiradito was my favorite of the apps. The fish was fresh and light, the flavors were interesting with the combination of the sweet banana vinaigrette, the salty umami ponzu, and the sweet tangy mango, chili, cucumber salsa. This dish was the best of the night, 8/10. For mains we split the catch of the day, which was red snapper, and the broken beet. The fish was underwhelming, being a bit overcooked and dry. The sauce it was drenched in helped with the dryness but didn't lend much flavor. The yuca chips were a nice addition, adding a nice crunch to contrast the soft textures of the fish and sauce but again, not lending much in flavor. Chips could have been salted. 6/10. The beets were cooked well, they were soft and tender and paired nicely with the sour cream, turmeric oil, and salad. The turmeric oil added acidity, the salad added freshness and also acidity from the dressing it had, and the sour cream added a nice creaminess and tangy. These flavors offset the richness of the beets nicely. My second favorite dish, 8/10. For dessert we went with the "corn," which was a cake shaped like a corn cob with a chopped nut center and what I think was real corn kernels across the exterior, paired with a corn ice cream. Overall a solid dessert, the chopped nuts added a nice crunch however the cake as a whole was a bit dry. The ice cream added some needed moisture and paired nicely with the cake, though the texture was a bit icy, more like a corn sorbet than a corn ice cream. 6/10. Overall a good experience but with its high prices and small portions I wouldn't go back. The apps were on average between $20-$30 usd, with mains being between $25-$50 usd, and dessert $20 usd.

Nü is the perfect spot for a celebratory dinner! The food and cocktails were amazing and reasonably…read morepriced. Our favorite was the duck confit tartlets and short rib. The entire place was beautiful decorated with so much greenery. Service was attentive and they also have bug spray in case you forget. Would highly recommend to anyone going to Tulum!

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Chase S.

Elite 26

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1 year ago

La Coqueta is such a charming outdoor spot! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel right at home -- super friendly and welcoming. We started with the guacamole appetizer, and it was a hit -- fresh, flavorful, and the perfect start to our meal. I ordered the veggie fajitas, which were sizzling hot and packed with delicious grilled veggies. My family had the chicken fajitas, veggie nachos, and the mixed fajitas -- and everyone left full and happy! The laid-back outdoor ambiance, great service, and tasty food make La Coqueta a place we'll definitely come back to read more

Tim J.

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11 years ago

This place has the best food of our entire trip around Mexico. The ceviche was INCREDIBLE, and the portion sizes were big enough that we only needed one order between us. I got a margarita that was delicious and humongous. The staff was very nice and had no problem splitting our order. Better than El Camello, get your ceviche here! read more

Kelli F.

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11 years ago

Best ceviche I've ever had in my life, and it was also one of the best meals I had. They start you with delicious pico de gallo and chips. My boyfriend and I got one ceviche to split (the mixed-- it has fish, shrimp, and octopus), and we were STUFFED! It was awesome. read more

Nats E.

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11 years ago

Probamos las dos especialidades de la casa y las dos estaban riquísimas!!! Pulpo! Y tacos de camarones! DELICIOSOS! Además la atención excelente, los precios normales y sus salsas picantes increíbles! read more

Pauline W.

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9 years ago

I loved this place! I had breakfast and later in the week lunch there and it was such good food and so well priced. The staff were lovely and very attentive. I highly recommend! read more

Givani M.

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8 years ago

So delicious! The chicken fajitas are absolutely amazing and the staff is very friendly and helpful!

Lars M.

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11 years ago

Great place, nice owner.. Cheap and authentic-- not much more to say, try this place when in Tulum!

Kim S.

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10 years ago

It's as good as it gets. Reasonably priced, food and service both outstanding.

Anyeka F.

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9 years ago

The food here is delicious!!!! I definitely recommend this restaurant!

Elise C.

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11 years ago

AMAZING FOOD- great vibes, definitely go! :)

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(Warning they only take cash so we had to go to money exchange after we ate to pay.) Waited about…read more5-6 minutes for a table. Took about 10 minutes for them to clean off our table and another 10 minutes to order our food. We waited about 15 minutes for them to bring out the drinks and the mole enchiladas came out about 3 minutes after that. Enchiladas were good, on the sweet side. I ordered chicken but they came with cheese. When I asked them they added chicken on top. Still good overall. We had to wait a whole 20 minutes after for the quesadillas to come out. It's not their fault. The place was packed and only 1 server. The tortillas are handmade. Comes with lettuce and tomatoes inside.

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No choice but to give it 5 as we came here last night for smoothies, today for breakfast tacos,…read moreand again for a sunset dinner and then one more snack on the way out. So yea, we loved it. Tacos are amazing here. And we tried all different kinds from veggie to steak to octopus. Plus we had a lot of other stuff on the menu. Smoothies are great too. And the ambience and service was friendly and fun. Probably will be back again in the next few days of our trip.

Many smoothies and tacos later, I can tell you this place is amazing…read more I tried every juice, and I think all of the vegan things on the menu. It was fresh and very tasty. The staff was nice and had several good recommendations of what we should see while in town. We went almost every day while in town. My friend and fellow yelper agreed that it was really amazing.

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