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Food: Yummy is the word! The waffles were made out of sour dough (San Francisco style, I was told). They were crisp on the outside and mushy inside with some fruits. My egg sandwich and bread were just cooked at perfection. A must try is their fresh squeeze orange juice. Not negotiable - I promise...lol.. Service: The owner offered to prepare something out of the menu if we let him know a day before. The waitress was nice, but it looked like she was new. We asked for recommendations, and she wasn't super helpful. However, the food was so great that it wasn't needed. It's a simple restaurant but the people were very nice and welcoming. Ambiance: Good for a small group and just a few people. There are not many tables which it won't be crowded (I like that personally). It is more family oriented than a date. It's not a fancy place but perfect for breakfast. Price: very reasonable prices and just the right amount of food.
Almost feel bad giving this place 3 statrs because I guess this place is popular for thr waffles and gordita but apparently they ran out. They close at 3 pm, we went there around 1230 and server said they ran out of those two. Not much of choices after that so ordered the egg skillet and egg breakfast plate. Ordered enfused lemonade which was bit on the sour side. Made me laugh when I got my skillet dish on a plate. Expected to come on a hot skillet . Portions were pretty small. My skillet wasn't bad, nothing special with chopped up hot dogs. The egg dish was disappointing. Sliced avacado was not ripe, half of it was hard. The beans that came with it was half cooked. Or maybe that's how they serve it. Dry and al dente beans. Over all the food was OK and after all said and done for what we got seemed pretty high for the value.. Maybe if I ever come back here again and try the waffle my rating might be higher. But for what I tasted today it seems fair. Total bill was 410 pesos.
I visit here two years ago during a trip to Playa. Two people in my group ordered waffles and I immediately regretted the breakfast burrito I had ordered. I thought about those waffles since then and came directly here to have breakfast. The waffles are fermented and have a unique flavor. They are delicious! I ordered a savory waffle and really enjoyed it. It had bacon, fried eggs and Oaxacan cheese. They give you a side of syrup so you can make it sweet if you want to. The service here is excellent and if you sit outside you can see the ocean.
Our meals were so good that we came back again the next day! Quaint and charming patio with fantastic service - loved meeting the father/son duo that started it all. We had a vegetarian burrito (on a homemade flour tortilla) and the fried egg plate. As a vegetarian it was easy to have confidence that the food was prepared safely. The orange juice is freshly squeezed and not to be missed. Highly recommend!
I saw this restaurant and decided to check it out. We had to wait a little to be seated since it was busy and waited a little longer for our food but it was all worth it. I ordered the gorditas with egg and chorizo and they were delicious! The fruit was fresh and the granola was just as good. I highly recommend checking it out, but if you're looking for something quick this probably isn't the place for you (the gorditas are worth it though!)
Great breakfast stop by the beach. Location: about a block from beach Staff: super friendly, we had the pleasure to be served by 2 young guys who were very attentive, friendly and helpful Taste: we had the spicy burrito and it was a great hit! Sandwich was also great. We got a side of eggs and definitely good. Gorditas, the corn part was a little to heavy for me but the inside chorizo and egg with Oaxaca cheese were great! Drinks: lemonade was delish and refreshing. Caramel latte is a must. Price: average Will definitely go here again
Ooooookay. I understand why this place is the BEST breakfast in Playa del Carmen. Angel's father (from AZ) owns the restaurant and we were lucky enough to get Angel as our server. It was a very easy walk from our hotel, but it's worth a taxi. Right next to the Frida Museum and you can see the ocean from the outdoor seating, but there's also tables inside if you want shade from the sun. He helped me pick the best coffee drink - their iced caramel latte which had good coffee flavor and amazing house-made caramel. My boyfriend got the iced chocolate which was also good but no coffee flavor. We got the fruit bowl (because I NEEDED fiber and I was pleasantly surprised with the variety - pineapple, pear, apple, blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, watermelon, greek yogurt, and delicious granola. Very good! As my main, I HAD to get the Tangy Homemade Waffle. First off, their waffles are homemade, yeast based, and fermented, "resulting in a tangy flavor pairing well with sweet or savory toppings" - can confirm. Best waffle I've ever had. I chose the one that was topped with fried eggs, avocado, spinach and basil served with a smoky chipotle sauce and sweet maple syrup on the side. My boyfriend got the Madrez! Chorizo Gorditas- homemade flour gorditas (2) stuffed with fluffy eggs, chorizo and cheese and was also very happy. They are cash only but there is a bank nearby and they let me pay 1/2 peso and 1/2 USD to settle my tab. WOULD RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND!
This place is another MUST GO!!We went around 10 AM and despite the few amount of seats, they did not have a wait. The waiter was super nice and approachable. The fresh orange juice is 100% delicious. It tasted fresh. No added sugar. Freshly squeeze delicious juice. DEF GET THE WAFFLE. the waffle is not american haha It is very airy and not heavy. The syrup they provide is so delicious. The egg was perfectly cooked. The spicy burrito was also delicious. I loved the salsa on the side. Not super spicy. Very filling. I liked the waffle more but my partner really enjoyed this burrito. You HAVE to go here. The quality of food and the price ?!? You can't beat it here.
This was such a nice way to end our trip to Playa. Hours before checking out of our hotel, we walked a block to Madrez and were immediately seated. It's a small place, but thankfully wasn't too busy when we came. For our order, went with the recommendations from the server and they did not disappoint! The chorizo gorditas and the tangy homemade waffle were amazing! Also the blackberry lemonade was good as well. The waffle with syrup combined with the savory toppings was a flavorful combination that wasn't too heavy. And the Gordita made us want more. The server was so nice and gave great recommendations! We will definitely be back next time we visit, and won't wait until the day we leave!
We picked this place so we could have some breakfast before we caught the ferry to Cozumel. The savory waffle was good. Some cheese baked into it and 2 eggs and bacon on top. Very different. People in my group ordered the burrito and the poblano dish and said it was tasty. Didn't love their coffee. Too strong for me. Service was attentive and friendly.
4 months ago
What a hidden little gem ! Angel was super awesome, not only provided great customer service, but was so friendly that it felt like I was catching up with an old friend! The food was absolutely delicious! Quality ingredients and full of flavor! Everything was fresh and made in house! Now the coffee needs its only separate review !! It was by far one of the best coffees I've ever had!! I even had to order two! A must try and stop by read more
2 months ago
1000/10 ! The iced latte was the best coffee I've had in all playa de carmen! Angel was great, amazing service, and so welcoming :) thanks to the owner for the delicious food read more
5 months ago
F and service on point. Great hidden little spot for a nice breakfast, went there around 1-2 was definitely empty as the server said their busiest hours are early mornings. Will definitely go back again. read more
3 years ago
Food: Yummy is the word! The waffles were made out of sour dough (San Francisco style, I was told). They were crisp on the outside and mushy inside with some fruits. My egg sandwich and bread were just cooked at perfection. A must try is their fresh squeeze orange juice. Not negotiable - I promise...lol.. Service: The owner offered to prepare something out of the menu if we let him know a day before. The waitress was nice, but it looked like she was new. We asked for recommendations, and she wasn't super helpful. However, the food was so great that it wasn't needed. It's a simple restaurant but the people were very nice and welcoming. Ambiance: Good for a small group and just a few people. There are not many tables which it won't be crowded (I like that personally). It is more family oriented than a date. It's not a fancy place but perfect for breakfast. Price: very reasonable prices and just the right amount of food. read more
Almost feel bad giving this place 3 statrs because I guess this place is popular for thr waffles and gordita but apparently they ran out. They close at 3 pm, we went there around 1230 and server said they ran out of those two. Not much of choices after that so ordered the egg skillet and egg breakfast plate. Ordered enfused lemonade which was bit on the sour side. Made me laugh when I got my skillet dish on a plate. Expected to come on a hot skillet . Portions were pretty small. My skillet wasn't bad, nothing special with chopped up hot dogs. The egg dish was disappointing. Sliced avacado was not ripe, half of it was hard. The beans that came with it was half cooked. Or maybe that's how they serve it. Dry and al dente beans. Over all the food was OK and after all said and done for what we got seemed pretty high for the value.. Maybe if I ever come back here again and try the waffle my rating might be higher. But for what I tasted today it seems fair. Total bill was 410 pesos. read more
5 months ago
3 years ago
I visit here two years ago during a trip to Playa. Two people in my group ordered waffles and I immediately regretted the breakfast burrito I had ordered. I thought about those waffles since then and came directly here to have breakfast. The waffles are fermented and have a unique flavor. They are delicious! I ordered a savory waffle and really enjoyed it. It had bacon, fried eggs and Oaxacan cheese. They give you a side of syrup so you can make it sweet if you want to. The service here is excellent and if you sit outside you can see the ocean. read more
1 year ago
Our meals were so good that we came back again the next day! Quaint and charming patio with fantastic service - loved meeting the father/son duo that started it all. We had a vegetarian burrito (on a homemade flour tortilla) and the fried egg plate. As a vegetarian it was easy to have confidence that the food was prepared safely. The orange juice is freshly squeezed and not to be missed. Highly recommend! read more
I saw this restaurant and decided to check it out. We had to wait a little to be seated since it was busy and waited a little longer for our food but it was all worth it. I ordered the gorditas with egg and chorizo and they were delicious! The fruit was fresh and the granola was just as good. I highly recommend checking it out, but if you're looking for something quick this probably isn't the place for you (the gorditas are worth it though!) read more
6 months ago
6 months ago
Great breakfast stop by the beach. Location: about a block from beach Staff: super friendly, we had the pleasure to be served by 2 young guys who were very attentive, friendly and helpful Taste: we had the spicy burrito and it was a great hit! Sandwich was also great. We got a side of eggs and definitely good. Gorditas, the corn part was a little to heavy for me but the inside chorizo and egg with Oaxaca cheese were great! Drinks: lemonade was delish and refreshing. Caramel latte is a must. Price: average Will definitely go here again read more
Ooooookay. I understand why this place is the BEST breakfast in Playa del Carmen. Angel's father (from AZ) owns the restaurant and we were lucky enough to get Angel as our server. It was a very easy walk from our hotel, but it's worth a taxi. Right next to the Frida Museum and you can see the ocean from the outdoor seating, but there's also tables inside if you want shade from the sun. He helped me pick the best coffee drink - their iced caramel latte which had good coffee flavor and amazing house-made caramel. My boyfriend got the iced chocolate which was also good but no coffee flavor. We got the fruit bowl (because I NEEDED fiber and I was pleasantly surprised with the variety - pineapple, pear, apple, blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, watermelon, greek yogurt, and delicious granola. Very good! As my main, I HAD to get the Tangy Homemade Waffle. First off, their waffles are homemade, yeast based, and fermented, "resulting in a tangy flavor pairing well with sweet or savory toppings" - can confirm. Best waffle I've ever had. I chose the one that was topped with fried eggs, avocado, spinach and basil served with a smoky chipotle sauce and sweet maple syrup on the side. My boyfriend got the Madrez! Chorizo Gorditas- homemade flour gorditas (2) stuffed with fluffy eggs, chorizo and cheese and was also very happy. They are cash only but there is a bank nearby and they let me pay 1/2 peso and 1/2 USD to settle my tab. WOULD RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND! read more
This place is another MUST GO!!We went around 10 AM and despite the few amount of seats, they did not have a wait. The waiter was super nice and approachable. The fresh orange juice is 100% delicious. It tasted fresh. No added sugar. Freshly squeeze delicious juice. DEF GET THE WAFFLE. the waffle is not american haha It is very airy and not heavy. The syrup they provide is so delicious. The egg was perfectly cooked. The spicy burrito was also delicious. I loved the salsa on the side. Not super spicy. Very filling. I liked the waffle more but my partner really enjoyed this burrito. You HAVE to go here. The quality of food and the price ?!? You can't beat it here. read more
5 years ago
This was such a nice way to end our trip to Playa. Hours before checking out of our hotel, we walked a block to Madrez and were immediately seated. It's a small place, but thankfully wasn't too busy when we came. For our order, went with the recommendations from the server and they did not disappoint! The chorizo gorditas and the tangy homemade waffle were amazing! Also the blackberry lemonade was good as well. The waffle with syrup combined with the savory toppings was a flavorful combination that wasn't too heavy. And the Gordita made us want more. The server was so nice and gave great recommendations! We will definitely be back next time we visit, and won't wait until the day we leave! read more
We picked this place so we could have some breakfast before we caught the ferry to Cozumel. The savory waffle was good. Some cheese baked into it and 2 eggs and bacon on top. Very different. People in my group ordered the burrito and the poblano dish and said it was tasty. Didn't love their coffee. Too strong for me. Service was attentive and friendly. read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
Everything was superb. The service and the foods. Shout to Angel he is very attentive and polite. If you find yourself in Playa del Carmen, you definitely need to check out this place. Ambience is very relax, near the beach. read more
1 year ago
The best ice coffee ever. Everything I am in plays del carmen I make sure to get me a breakfast burrito and a caramel iced coffee. 10/10 read more
3 years ago
Zero ambience. And I was very concerned when I walked in and thought I might pass out from the sweltering heat and humidity that we had made a wrong choice. The moment I asked, sweetheart Angel to turn on the overhead fan he offered something better... The air conditioner. He close the door and blasted the AC and we were cooled off immediately. Everything is homemade from the torta bread to the salsa. All four of us cleaned our plates. They have a nice mix of Mexican, American, and American with a Mexican Twist breakfast options. Angel and to please. We needed a little help, doctoring up our coffee, so he pulled out the arsenal of creamers, sugars, and sweeteners. I really felt that he wanted us to be happy and that meant so much. They also have the cutest photo opportunity of a big set of wings and a bicycle read more
4 years ago
The breakfast here is amazing! It was our first time in playa del Carmen and first time eating here and we absolutely would come back. I personally had the fried egg platter- fried eggs over a bed of potatoes, onions, peppers and chorizo. It had a drizzle of chipotle sauce that was the perfect amount of flavor and heat. Prices are very reasonable and the server was friendly. Would absolutely recommend this place! read more
3 years ago
Delicious! The waffles are made of a unique mix. It's slightly of the main path. Quite and clean with great service. There is plenty of space between tables. The staff is friendly and attentive. read more
3 years ago
We had a nice brunch here our first morning and we are going back in the morning before we fly back to Florida. Angel was our server and he was great! Their waffles are unique...so light and tasty. I had mine with eggs and bacon and Annie had hers with yogurt and FRESH sliced fruit. Best I've ever had. We also enjoyed a caramel coffee drink. Just off 5th Ave. we are staying at The Carmen so almost next door. read more
Arrived at their opening time 7:30am, but they opened at 7:45am so we had a drink at the cafe next door. They just changed location, so there are still changes underway, but the new spot, esp seating in the back, is tasteful. The cafe itself is down the block from the beach. The food came out nice and hot, and the waffle taste is def unique & unlike American waffles. It pairs well with the maple syrup and adds that sweetness. The staff was pleasant. read more
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Lovely hole in the wall place to have a quick bite for breakfast. Their menu is not big but I promise you'll be sure to find something you like. We had the meat breakfast burrito and the gorditas. The fresh squeezed Orange juice is a must. I'm a little sad I only tried their iced caramel coffee the 2nd and last time we visited. Had I known how good it was I would have ordered it the first time. Only about 4 tables so get there early. Very personable staff. Small establishment, you can literally watch them make your breakfast and squeeze your juice. read more
3 years ago
This place was great! Food came out fairly quickly. Drinks were reall good! The lemonade was freshly squeezed! The waffle was different but really savory/sweet with the syrup! Angel was very attentive and awesome! read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
Definitely would recommend the breakfast bagel and the savory waffle. Not to mention there salsa! It is sure to please! read more
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4 years ago
Madrez stole my heart . Normally I would try a different place to eat every day while vacationing, however, my friends and I ended up here 3/5 days during our trip. The service was amazing (we became friends with our server because he was that awesome!!!) and we loved the story behind how Madrez started. The food is unlike anything I've ever had before. I highly recommend the savory waffle and the tangy waffle. Their iced chocolate is also good too! Since leaving Playa del Carmen myself, along with my friends, have dreamt about this food. I would seriously take a trip back just to visit this place again. Do yourself a favor and check it out!!!! read more
5 years ago
Nice small place set up. I ordered the meat lover burrito and iced mocha to fix my breakfast lunch and caffeine need at around 1130am. Angel my server spoke English and very attentive, great food great coffee, I had to get one more coffee to go. definitely will return when i am in the area again cash only read more
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Calle 4 entre 5ta y 10 Avenida
Colonia centro
77710 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
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