Great food, fast and friendly service, good music, and big fun! Beware to 'palm tree' drinks.read more

My husband and I got here June 1st 2026 got our rent car checked in our condo and headed straight…read moreto Alberto's. We were shocked at the price of a small margarita for 27 apiece we had two and a bucket of five beers and shrimps nachos the the was over 100, we said never again for these prices and the margarita wasn't good.

Good food local friendly atmosphere. Not over crowded with touristy feel. A more comfortable…read moresetting

Great local spot in Cozumel!! Quesadillas and margaritas hit…read morethe spot for sure!! Service was great and the local vibe was awesome!!

Food - Delicious. Steak was fantastic! Shrimp ceviche was so good. Everything was yummy!!!…read moreService - Everything was made to order. Food & drinks were simply delicious. Ambiance - Quaint, clean, authentic Mexican restaurant. When we are back in this port, we will be eating here. What a difference walking 10 minutes from all the gimmicks at the port makes. If you're going to Cozumel, make sure you stop here for a great lunch/dinner.

Enjoyed eating at this gem today south of downtown Cozumel. Friendly staff, great food, charming…read moreatmosphere and decor. Will be back!

Lovely, tropical escape. If you are looking for a more private beach away from the crowds, this is…read moreit. Beautiful peacocks roam the beach. Lounge on cushioned deck chairs on the ocean front ($10 for 2). Food and drinks are brought to you or you can eat in the restaurant or bar. Snorkel, swim or relax with a beach-side massage (my favorite!)

Awesome place we stumbled upon. We were looking for a free beach to explore in Cozumel and came…read moreacross this area. The area offers excursions and have other restaurants and bars however we came across this hidden gem which is further back down from the parking lot. This restaurant is great!! The food is delicious and very authentic. That sauce, ceviche, and fresh tortillas were killer amazing. The empanadas are to die for. The best I've ever had. Fat boy status approved!! Will definitely come back when I visit.

The one time I chose not to listen to the reviews...I should have trusted my gut instinct and left…read moreafter no one addressed me or offered me a water, minutes after being seated. I ordered the shrimp ceviche and mango margarita. While the ceviche was decent, the mango margarita was terrible. It felt like a waste of money. The taste was off and it was not strong at all. Next time I visit Cozumel, I'll be skipping this place!

This place was recommended by a local. The food did not disappoint! The hostess & server were…read morefriendly and we were seated promptly. The atmosphere is an open flow restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. There are some fans on but it doesn't override the heat. Overall we had a great experience & the food was delicious!

Food was bad, nothing authentic. Service was terrible had to ask multiple times for small plates…read more They tried to over charge us on our bill. Food was cold. The outdoor seating was nice. But this is hard tourist trap. Do not come here. Also, rarely do I leave a negative review but this place earned it. Only saving grace was free WiFi.

Easy walk from cruise ships. Indoor and outdoor seating. Very friendly server, food was your…read moretypical sloppy Mexican. Drinks were good.

Never ate at the El Mexicano, just because I thought why go there and just get tacos, right? Wrong…read more Way wrong..... We walked up to the restaurant when heading back to our room to have one large group being escorted in for dinner, so we asked the Headwaiter Nathander if there was any availability, since we didn't make reservations. He was kind enough to get us in after about 10 - 15 minutes, which is really good for not making a reservation. We were seated at a comfortable quiet table. Leonardo was our waiter who took care of us, and was on top of everything. We chose the items from the online menu - I had the Mar Y Pollo, which was a plate of divine chicken, shrimp and rice. It looked like a small portion initially, but I polished it off and was full. My son had some huge bowl of corn, steak and vegetable and boasted how good it was. All in all a very good dining experience. Very good food and very good service. We would eat here again on our next visit to Fiesta Americana!

Another stop for the week at a restaurant located in the Fiesta Americana all inclusive. This is a…read morelovely authentic Mexican restaurant upstairs with an outdoor patio. It's low key and like all the others, dress is casual. I ordered the salmon and avocado salad to start. It was very minimal and very tasty. Everything on the plate was chilled-including the batter fried avocado. The salmon was moist and it was a perfect size for a starter. For dinner I ordered the chicken with poblano mole sauce. Omg. It was delish!! The mole had just the right amount of spice and was not too rich or heavy. It was accompanied by a small side of rice and some veggies. Dessert was awesome. I had the Mexican chocolate mousse. It had a few bits of blue cheese in it-an odd combo that worked well. It was topped with a dice of fig and a raspberry. I walked away from dinner happy and not overstuffed!

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!

Mr Sanchos was amazing! The food was delicious, the staff was friendly, and the service was…read moreexcellent. Great Music! We had a great time and would definitely come back! The Buttered Shrimp Was Really Good!

Had an amazing time here this week!! Workers were incredibly friendly. They seated us and helped…read moreus immediately. They walked us to our area and explained the place and services to us. Food was mediocre. Felt super Americanized and that was a let down. I get its buffet style and you're serving tons of people, but I was wanting authentic Mexican food and it didn't feel like that's what I was getting. Ambiance was amazing. Beach has a rock floor bed so it wasn't the most comfortable, but it's the beach. Water was very clear and the beach and establishment was insanely clean. I'm giving a 4 star only because we had an all inclusive drink package, and I couldn't get a Red Bull. They said I could have a Red Bull and vodka but not a Red Bull. They said they only served alcohol.......i told them I didn't want to drink and he said no and laughed. I later went back and folded. Asked for a red bull and vodka. He then told me they don't have energy drinks. I then told him "fine. Just a water please." As I'm walking. Away I take a swig of water......ITS WATER AND VODKA!!!! . I 100% recommend this place. I had an excellent time.

Great view Food was over priced and not great. Food was…read morecold, fish was dry. Service was decent.

So overpriced! Who charges 5 bucks US for a Mexican beer in Mexico? The ceviche made me feel…read morerobbed. It was more onion than anything and pretty small. Also, the snorkeling out there is poor, all sea grass and very shallow.