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    The White Box

    3.5 (32 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSeafood, Steakhouses, Tapas Bars

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    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Lunch menu options.
    Em S.

    This review is for the White Box located in the Oasis Grand Sens. First off, they have a rope across the entrance, which leads you to expect you are in for a special treat. The hostess checked my wristband to see if I would be permitted to have lunch here. Then she checked my name and room number. Then she undid the rope and gestured me to enter. Those already eating here had either pasta or pizza. I don't really "do" pasta, so I opted for the ribeye steak and carmelized onion pizza. I also had their only beer, Dos XX. When the pizza arrived, the crust had barely been in the oven and was just a shade past white. There were 5 tiny pieces of grey meat and an equal number of tiny raw white onion slivers. As I attempted to pick up a slice of this uninviting looking mess, grease ran off the cheese and down my arm as the glob of cheese also began to slide away. It was completely tasteless and the texture and presentation, just nasty. The waiter brought me another beer without asking. Maybe he was hoping I would be drunk and not be able to notice what was on the plate in front of me? Completely nasty!

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    Brenda L.

    I had a beautiful dinner here with my parents outdoors. The view of the white sand and bright blue water was really beautiful. It would have been really romantic had I not been on that dinner date with my parents. Our table was set up with candles and I could see that some recently newlyweds had a table set up before us (closer to the beach) with heart-shaped flowers arranged. Food presentation is lovely. This place is more upscale and is somewhere you might want to dress up at. It's located within a hotel. Portion sizes are smaller. They have a great selection of seafood. Customer service was great and our food came out in a timely manner. They have a nice selection of wine (that is showcased inside).

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    Melanie R.

    I'm only giving this place 2 STARS because their lunch was actually pretty good and service was great. Try at your risk. You may get dressed up all nice.. wait for a spot to get in and maybe not even get a chance to eat!! BUT other than their lunch, I would give this place 1 STAR due to not even being able to get in for dinner despite being a guest at their "all inclusive" Grand Sens Oasis resort. What we were told was that they can only seat about 20 people. FIRST OF ALL... they don't take any reservations in advance. WHYYYYYY????!!!! They don't take any calls ahead of time or anything. Not even for the guests staying right at their very own resorts. SUCKS when they don't even cater to their own guests. Dinner starts at 6:30pm so if they reach the 20, they start taking down names and their next seating isn't until like 8ish or so. Honestly, they probably only serve around 20-40 people per night. So when you see all the nicely dressed people just hanging out around the pool area at the resort, these are the people waiting to see if they have a chance to even get in for dinner. So they seriously could be waiting for nothing. The hostess didn't seem like she cared... she must give the bad news to people all the time so maybe that's why. But they should take reservations because people have to get dressed up to even dine here. A couple we met actually got in and they said their food was not worth it and actually was pretty horrible. So I'm glad we didn't waste our time. Despite not getting in for dinner... the 2 stars are truly for their lunch service. Pizza was great and the shrimp mushroom pasta was good. Our server was also very quick to take our order and get our drinks out. It's just unfortunate that dinner was not such a great experience. We will never come here ever again because we will NEVER stay at the Grand Sens Oasis resorts or any of their resorts ever again!

    Great wine selection--For Purchase,  NOT included in "All Inclusive Resort."
    Lisa T.

    Very good UNUSUAL food. Interesting concept: Elegant shared small plates, with a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Gastropub concept. In this "all inclusive resort", very little wine by-the-glass available. However, for purchase, they have an extensive list of a wide variety of wines. Service is excellent! Of all the restaurants on campus that we were able to visit, this was second only to Careyes to us, a couple of middle aged serious foodies! Only complaint was that the sea bass was greatly overlooked. We had a nice evening and lovely dinner. Our servers were Wilbert, Ricardo, & Adrian; they took excellent care of us!

    Cheese platter - absolutely delicious tip notch cheese with marmalade
    Patricia L.

    People come from all the other hotels to eat here. It's extremely good. It's smaller tapas style and so what you order you get one per person at the table. I was fascinated at the cheese platter, it easily compares to anything you get at home in Vancouver for $20! The burgers were awesome and so was the ceviche. The blackened prawns were amazing. Don't let the blackened look make it seem like they taste burnt- the charcoal is simply an after taste and wonderful This restaurant only seats 20 and has three sittings. We were able to walk right in. If you have to wait they will let you sit on the patio and you can order drinks while you wait. It's formal so men are required to wear closed shoes and dress shorts or slacks. Really good for all inclusive type resort

    Delonda J.

    This was a great and unique experience. 12 Shared Tapas. One would think could not fill you up, but it did. Great service and fine dining. I'd definately do it again. Must make reservations.

    Fish and chips
    Patrick M.

    Ok wow.. Here I am at my resort and there is a new restaurant here calling itself a Gastrobar. Being in a resort I was a little wary but I was wrong. They serve food here something like tapas where they bring a menu item at a time for sharing. It was really incredible. From the best oysters my wife ever had, to great sashimi it was perfect all around. One of the courses was fish and chips.. And that was probably the best battered fish I ever had. Truly worth checking out if you stay at the Grand oasis hotel

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    India O.

    Sells itself as a wine bar, but it's the exact same wine list as all other restaurants at the Oasis Grand Palm. Service is spectacular! The only reason I am giving it 3 starts is the lack of truthfulness to the wine tasting. Food was decent, they are small tapas. Which was correctly advertised! Food wasn't that warm

    KT N.

    Great place and great food! The services are excellent! Restaurant is very cute! Will be back for sure and recommend to everyone visiting Pyramid Oasis!! But they only take reservations from 2-5 pm. Be there before 2pm and only small groups 2-4 max. Good luck and it worth it!

    Grand Oasis is very nice
    Nicola D.

    Johnatan Sanchez "El Boss" does NOT fit the Grand Oasis beautiful relaxed atmosphere. Its our 3rd time at the Grand Oasis, gold bracelet, lifestyle member and for the first time I felt the stress of dealing with not needed arrogance. My advice to "El bosso": 1. When you have clients at the check in pedestal dont just blow your whistles calling your adjunct, but instead put a smile and greet us. Dont act like LA underground club owner. Ignorance. 2. When you promise a table for 6, please let people know in advance thats ONLY for outside. Also you didn't honor that because the "weather was bad". It was cloudy but we would've ate outside :) 3. DONT CALL SECURITY WHEN TALKING TO A 5 feet tall woman, asking you questions about your train of thought (see 2.)!!!!!!! Moral of the story: Johnatan Sanchez I think your experience in LA underground clubs doesn't match a beautiful place like Oasis Grand, not even with your good english.

    The service was amazing and the food was so good! I absolutely loved everything and the view from the restaurant was so beautiful. This is by far the best restaurant at Cancun! Creative, delicious, and definitely worth 5 stars!

    Andy V.

    Tried this place last night. Food is a semi set menu get to chose items from 9 course meal. Food was mediocre pizza tasted like salami on cracker. Only thing good was the avocado surprise. Lots of servers but service was just ok. Lots of menu items seem to repeat themselves. Fried egg on French fries. Burger and French fries. Salami on French fries salami on pizza . Get the drift. Desserts were different. If like tapas style food may like this place but wasn't impressed.

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    Excellent service and very delicious food! Tapas style. You try little bit of everything.

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    Review Highlights - The White Box

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    Harry's - Harry's Pie

    Harry's

    4.4(562 reviews)
    6.0 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$

    From the moment we walked into Harry's in Cancun, we were treated like royalty. The staff didn't…read morejust greet us; they welcomed us with the kind of warmth and attention that makes you feel like the entire evening was designed around you. Once we stepped onto the deck overlooking the lagoon, the whole experience elevated even further. The scenery was stunning, soft lights reflecting off the water, a gentle breeze, and live music drifting through the air like the perfect soundtrack to an already unforgettable night. Then came the food, each dish was its own little masterpiece. The bread service alone set the tone: warm, golden rolls with just the right touch off salt. The wedge salad followed. It was crisp, cold, and generously dressed, with smoky bacon and bright tomatoes adding all the right contrasts. The dry-aged steak was the star of the table, cooked perfectly with that deep, rich flavor only dry-aging can create. The roasted peppers and silky sauce on the side made every bite feel intentional. The octopus was another standout, tender, beautifully charred, and plated with a vibrant puree that balanced the dish with a touch of sweetness. One of the best plates we had. The table got more entrees since there were 8 of us but didn't get pictures. Sea brass was another favorite. Even the lobster soup arrived with flair: a velvety bowl paired with a seafood-topped toast that brought texture and richness together in one elegant bite. The beef tartare with fries was classic and fresh, refined without losing its fun. Dessert turned into a full performance. The liquid-nitrogen ice cream came with swirling clouds of cold vapor, dramatic and delicious. The birthday cake arrived crowned with berries and a sparkling candle that lit up the whole table. And just when we thought the night couldn't get any more whimsical, out came the towering blue cotton candy, playful, over-the-top, and impossible not to smile at. Harry's doesn't just serve dinner. It creates an experience, one where the service, the scenery, the atmosphere, and the food all work together to make you feel celebrated. Our night felt luxurious, thoughtful, and truly unforgettable for my husband's 50th birthday! Well done Harry's!

    Harrys was fantastic! Such a gorgeous view and atmosphere. Everyone is so welcoming and…read morehospitable. The food is delicious and the menu is great. This is definately one of our new favorites in Cancun!

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    Harry's - Kobe ribeye

    Kobe ribeye

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    Puerto Madero - Bone in ribeye for two.

    Puerto Madero

    4.4(426 reviews)
    6.1 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$$

    food and excellent service by Ildefonso and ramiro or armiro they did excellent service , they went…read moreover board and we thank them BIG TIME

    My group and I stopped here while on a week long vacation in Cancun. We stay on a resort nearby and…read morego out to eat every night and this place is a must stop every year. We loved it so much, we ended up here twice in the same week. The service is outstanding here and you can tell they pride themselves on customer service. Before the meal, they do drop off bread with dipping sauces, garlic, and butter. The perfect appetizer. One reason I love this place is the salads. They are big enough for split for 2 and I don't think you can go wrong with any of the options. Personally, the cesar salad is my favorite. What I love about this salad, is they make the dressing right in front of you. Definitely a cool and unique experience. The first time, I ordered the tuna steak. It comes with a soy sauce and a garlic butter. These two sauces on the tuna makes for an incredible meal. I cannot say enough good things about this entree! The second night we went my boyfriend and I split the Cesar salad and the skirt steak. We also added on a side of mashed potatoes and grilled veggies. The whole meal was delicious. I couldn't pick a favorite part because everything tasted so good. Splitting this was the perfect meal for two people and we even had a bit left over to snack on the next day. I always have a wonderful experience with even better food when I come here. If you happen to be in the area this is a must stop.

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    Puerto Madero - Surf and Turf!  Ribeye and baby lobster tails...

    Surf and Turf! Ribeye and baby lobster tails...

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    Bovinos Steakhouse & Seafood  - Bread and hot sauces

    Bovinos Steakhouse & Seafood

    4.1(118 reviews)
    5.0 kmSupermanzana 17
    $$$

    Wow... what a nice place, great ambience!!! The service A plus!! ,,, nice service oriented…read morepeople!!!... but!!! But the food !!! It's an upscale salad bar with different steak cuts... perfectly cooked. I didn't get to try the pork, I went too early... CD it was not ready... but it look fantastic, next time!! I recommend this place ... like a must go restaurant!!

    We came here with family for our Anniversary Dinner & it did not disappoint. They have 3 dining…read moreoptions. 1) Salad Bar Only 2) Salad Bar & Meat 3) Salad Bar, Meat & Seafood. All the food was delicious (Extensive Salad Bar & "traveling meats"). The buffalo & lamb were my favorites. Couldn't bring myself to try the baby pig that was brought over, head on & all. We also ordered beer & tropical drinks (Paloma & Pina Colada's) which were very good. The restaurant decor & ambiance is what you would expect from a typical Brazilian Churrascaría very tasteful. It wasn't cheap but you definitely get what you pay for. Service was above & beyond from all the staff. Super attentive to your every need! Make sure you ask for the specific type of meat that you like & they will bring it over. Never feel bad passing on meat that doesn't sound good or asking for more servings if you specifically prefer a certain cut. Would highly recommend giving it a try at least once. *They also have Valet parking included if you have a car.

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    Bovinos Steakhouse & Seafood  - Super Cute Womens Bathroom

    Super Cute Womens Bathroom

    Bovinos Steakhouse & Seafood  - Oysters, yum!!!

    Oysters, yum!!!

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    La Buena Barra - Beans

    La Buena Barra

    4.5(132 reviews)
    4.9 kmZona Hotelera

    After a great lazy day of floating around the pool for our last day in Cancun, we almost decided to…read moreskip a nice dinner and just grab some (more) tacos from a casual spot nearby. But, after debating and reading some reviews, we decided to call (at 7pm) and see if La Buena Barra had any open tables for 7:30. Since Cancún dinner culture generally ramps up after 8, we were in luck and headed to the restaurant. We were warmly greeted by the host team and escorted promptly to a great table outside, overlooking the lagoon and the last bits of sunset in the sky. The ambience of La Buena Barra is amazing, great lighting, ceiling fans to keep a light breeze going, and music that is loud enough to prevent you from hearing conversations at other tables, but still allowed us to talk just fine. Our servers Jonathan and Estefany were the sweetest and most attentive that we experienced during our trip! Excellent food recommendations, even advising against getting a second dessert (due to their size) instead of just letting us spend more money there. Absolutely worthy of 5 star service! Ok- the food: very good, probably some of the more distinct flavors we enjoyed in Cancun. Also a very unique selection of cocktails, delivered in all sorts of unique glasses. BUT truly the best thing we ate was the corn ice cream! It's molded ice cream that looks exactly like an ear of white corn with a ribbon of dulce de leche in the center- honestly the best ice cream I've ever eaten at a restaurant! Prices per person can easily exceed $1000 pesos here depending on what you get, but it's possible to enjoy the experience on a budget. We shared an appetizer (empanadas, highly recommend), shared a large entree (ribeye tacos, comes with 7), a cocktail, side of corn, and dessert- ended up being around $1200 plus tip.

    I think I like the ambience of the interior at this location better than the one in Mexico City. As…read morefor the terrace seating, you can't compare the waterfront view here. The octopus is probably the best I've had. The waygu ribeye taco is up there with the best I've had. The service is friendly and attentive. Probably one of the best - if not the best - dining option along Blvd. Kukulcan.

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    La Buena Barra - Skirt steak, bone marrow

    Skirt steak, bone marrow

    La Buena Barra - Chips and salsas

    Chips and salsas

    La Buena Barra

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    Porfirio's - Bone marrow

    Porfirio's

    4.3(890 reviews)
    6.0 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$

    This was a bit of a walk from the Marriott Properties and Secrets which are across the street from…read moreFred's and Crab House but you will save 30 minutes each way by walking--the traffic is horrendous! All-in-all it was worth the inconvenience. Very eclectic menu, warm atmosphere and outstanding service. I started withe the Mango-Tamarind: Lettuce, Indian walnut, mango, blueberries, Cotija cheese, mango-habanero dressing and tamarind billet. Unique and tasty. "Swiss Chicken Enchiladas" for the main course was not what you get at a local Mexican joint -- Four tortillas stuffed with chicken, bathed in a creamy tomatillo sauce with melted cheese and a base of refried black beans. This was a 5-star dish! I couldn't resist ordering a side dish though I didn't need to because the enchiladas were really enough, so I indulged myself with fries: these were not your run of the mill French fries. Porfirio's Potatoes -- French fries with chipotle pepper aioli, parmesan cheese and parsley. Finally, if you like ice cream I highly recommend that you order BOTH offerings: 1) "ICE CREAM TASTING" - Strawberry ice cream, chocolate ice cream from Metate, marzipan ice cream and vanilla from Papantla. Served with grated coconut, chocolate grain, M&M's, Oreo cookies and ice cream cones; and, 2) "PORFIRIO'S MOLECULAR ICE CREAM" - served with cajeta Worcestershire sauce in an ice cream cone. (I know it sounds disgusting right? Nope it worked. The chef is just showing off with this dish)

    Dinner in the cancun strip…read more We decided to pick Porfirio's for the evening from all of the restaurants outside of the all inclusive resorts. I took some notes and this is what I thought of the dishes. Xoajacan Imoladas - The mole is perfection. The flautas, superb. Everything in this plate is a symphony of what I would expect from Xoajaca. 9.5/10 Barbacoa Bonemarrow - Barcacoa is on point. The Marrow is Sublime. Together with the accompaniments is superb. I dream of Marrow everyday. This is a 10/10 Yellow fin Tosatadas - Superb!!! One of the best tostadas I have ever had. The microgreens, the sauce and the square Tostada works well all together. 8.8/10 Salmon - Cooked perfectly. The corn is a great accompaniment. The fish is impeccably seasoned. This dish is heaven sent with a 9.8/10 Grilled Octopus - Grilled perfectly, I can tell by the texture. The mash is superb, they used margarine instead of butter and I absolutely love the contrast from the traditional mash. 9.8/10 Mexican Rice - Its pretty good. It does have a nice seafoodish finish. The pepper was actually spicy. Nice and pleasant rice dish. 8/10 Charred Avocado Salad - Grilled avocado is a bit of a wash. It did make it look good on the plate. The dressing is a little weak. Needs a little more zip, some citrus or vinegar would give this salad some justice. Its a little uninspired 7/10 Service is impeccable and attentive and the atmosphere is lovely.

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    Porfirio's - Dining room

    Dining room

    Porfirio's - Yellowfin tuna

    Yellowfin tuna

    Porfirio's - Outdoor dining and entertainment

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