Every time we visit Bacalar, we always dine here. Everything that they do is on point. From the…read morefood, drinks, service and ambiance. Yolanda is our lovely and kind server tonight. She gave us wonderful recommendations on the menu. The Corazon burger is amazing!!! And that fillet tuna is definitely a favorite. I highly recommend visiting this place to finish off a great vacation in Bacalar. Thank you El Barril!!!

I'm not sure how this place has so many great reviews. We went for dinner on the recommendation of…read moreour host. We were sat quickly and had our choice of seating. The atmosphere was nice. The server was nice but inattentive. We repeatedly had to ask multiple times for water, the bill, basic condiments. She didn't bother to return after delivering the food to see if everything was OK. The waitress had to go ask someone about every request, even the simplest ones. We ordered the mixed grill which was edible but an uninspired pile of mostly chicken with one pork rib, one sausage and a few vegetables thrown in, all smothered in BBQ sauce, which left everything tasting more or less the same. We also had the guacamole, which was decent but needed salt which I had to ask for. If I had visited the bathroom before we ordered I wouldn't have even bothered to eat there. The women's bathroom was out of order so I was pointed to the men's room. The water in the sink was not working and there was a bucket of cloudy soapy water in the sink presumably to "wash" my hands in. There was a pile of dirt and rocks all over the counter next to the sink. They don't accept credit cards and when we paid cash the exchange rate they gave was well below what is typical for the area. This in a place that is frequented by tourists. The food was expensive for the quality and service provided. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. There are other much better options in the area.

This is definitely a hidden gem. Roof top view and an exclusive bar area . I wish there were much…read morere photos to describe the beautiful location.

Best bar and restaurant in Mahahual !!! Jose the bartender made us feel so comfortable and not to…read moremention the amazing drinks he made with fresh fruit and their unique blender ! Kevin the owner was just as welcoming and even gave us a ride back to our hotel and showed us around town . We had several meals here that were so good but the most standout was the conch ceviche . Don't miss this place if you come to Mahahual. Can't wait to see Kevin and Jose again !!! You guys made our trip !!!!

From the owner: We are the only over water palapa bar in Costa Maya. We have…read morea beach club, restaurant, and bar. We offer free kayaks, snorkel equipment, wifi, beach palapas, lounge chairs, and bathrooms with shower. Come hang out on the dock and eat and drink with us. You will not want to leave.

They have craft beer from a brewery in Tulum…read more Burger was okay, a little overcooked. Wings were excellent! Nachos and fries were good, too. Nice staff but did I mention? Craft beer in Chetumal!

Artisanal beer was just one lager from Tulum. Expresso machine was a Keurig. Pasta was good,…read morehamburgers were good polo planchado was small and dry.

Nice local wine bar and restaurant north of the Maya Cultural Museum. A hidden gem. Cabernet is…read moregood but chilled like in most of Mexico. Fast service and friendly. Bilingual. Check the menu for other wine selections.

First off, the food was amazing. The staff there know how to make good food. The service is good…read more We stayed at the air B and B in addition to eating/drinking at the bar. The room itself was adequate. The advertisement says the kitchen was fully stocked. It was not. The downstairs bathroom sink was broken. Bring your own supplies if you plan to cook there. The host and staff live on site which is helpful. The front door has no lock on it. Insects are viscous. The host gets very "handsy" when he drinks so be prepared to get groped. Oh, I forgot to mention, make sure you charge your devices. There are frequent power and water outages.

Excellent bar with food about 10 miles north of the bridge. The best drink is the dirty banana; so…read moreif you come here say give me the Mika Dirty Banana. You'll have great drinks, good conversation and meet new friends. 18°00'29.0"N 87°54'38.9"W

8 room Inn and pizzeria…read more.... The food at the restaurant is excellent and on site wood burning pizza oven creates crisp thin crust pizzas all made with fresh ingredients like shrimp,avocado,veggies, lobster,and fish, as well as traditional pepperoni. The Margaritas and ceviche are fresh and delicious! Privacy and respect to Inn guests who want peace and calm is what brings us here. It's best to stay on the right side of the building facing the ocean. Canoeing out on to the reef is relaxing as the reef breaks the waves in our protected bay. A major cenote entryway across the street brings divers and water lovers here. Some interesting geologic features challenge divers from around the world.

I can't comment on the namesake pizza, but the seafood offerings were delightful. The mixed…read moreceviche, grouper tacos, and shrimp fajitas were impeccably fresh, flavorful, and nuanced (the latter accompanied by a generous helping of fresh guacamole). Service was excellent.

Warning if you want off ship fun don't visit! Had a blast from the food to the service…read more The atmosphere shines IDGF for the over priced food or drinks if your don't have an excursion or want to leave the port. Once you order anything your waiter or waitress will take your phone and punch in the WiFi password if your don't have the international plan data plan like we did. Brought the kids for mocktails and for the wife and I to enjoy some cocktails of ship!

Shots! Shots! Shots! Came in here for some Mezcal! They…read moreushered us right up to the bar. I sat with my butt in a bar stool that made it look like I was wearing American Flag bikini. They don't offer a shot list. The bartenders didn't seem to quite know what they had and what they didn't. We opted for the 400 Conejos mezcal, a joven that I'd seen at the Airport Duty Free shop on the way in. The place was loud, and the employees are trained to get things riled up with shots and screaming and Woooooing a bunch! Grito!!! Ay yi yi yi! The artwork all revolved around frogs, and replacing various classical masterpieces subjects with frogs. It had a fun vibe, but this is as touristy as it comes, and the prices reflect this. It feels like being at a chain bar, because, well, it is a chain bar. These places are all over. Did you know that this place is owned by the Andersons, who also own Porfirios, a nice restaurant? This place is like a Mexican Dick's Last Resort, but with more of a party vibe.

I visited Bacalar in November, and two months later I'm still dreaming about coming back just to…read moreeat here. My boyfriend and I arrived for dinner without reservations but got there right when they opened and were seated immediately. Our waiter was fantastic. He explained how the restaurant works, offered us a tour, and walked us through the menu with thoughtful, spot-on recommendations. We were brought complimentary chips and salsa, and since we were told our entrées would take 45 minutes to an hour in the wood-fired oven, we started with the ceviche de maracuyá. So worth it. For our mains, my boyfriend ordered the steak and I got the lobster. Both were excellent, but the lobster... wow. I'm from the Bahamas and grew up eating great lobster, and I can honestly say this was the best lobster of my life. Something about the seasoning and the wood-fire cooking made it unbelievably rich and decadent. I haven't stopped thinking about it since. By the time we were finishing our meal, the restaurant had filled up, but it never felt too loud or chaotic. The space felt intimate, with dim lighting, planets scattered throughout the decor, and perfectly spaced tables that made the whole experience feel special. Out of all the places we ate in Bacalar, this was hands down the best, and the one we still talk about.

Friendly staff. Good artful food presentation but the sea bass was overcooked and the mushroom dish…read moreleft much to be desired. Our appetizers were 3 raw mushrooms artfully presented with a mish mosh of flavors, and a plate of regular guacamole. The filet mignon was average. We ate much better tasting food at half the price the night prior. Artful : Yes, Flavor: Lacking. Unfortunately, we will not return.