In Puerto Aventuras or Playacar you’ll find a wonderful variety of places to eat: from casual bites on the marina in Puerto Aventuras to resort-style restaurants in Playacar. Here are some top picks.
Puerto Aventuras has a lively marina area and commercial zones with restaurants that mix local Mexican flavors, seafood, international, and casual fare. Here are several favorites:
Restaurant
What to Expect / Highlights
Contact Info
Café Olé International
One of the long-standing popular bars/restaurants, offering a variety of dishes from Mexican to American, seafood and daily specials. Also a music venue.
Tel: +52 984 873 5125
Bamboo Cafe & Smoothies
Coffee, smoothies, ice creams, paninis, sandwiches, salads. Peaceful marina setting — great for a light lunch or snack.
Tel: +52 984 873 5167
The Divot
Quiet and more relaxed, tucked away at the Golf & Tennis Clubhouse. Seafood on Thursdays, Cuban band on Fridays, paella on Saturdays.
Tel: +52 984 802 8939
Dolce Vita
Italian cuisine—pasta, wood-fired pizzas, traditional recipes. Located on the main marina. Romantic, elegant setting.
Tel: +52 984 105 2290
Don Cafeto
Authentic Mexican food, family friendly. A good choice if you want Mexican staples in a warm atmosphere.
Tel: +52 984 123 1890
Dos Chiles
One of the classic Mexican restaurants in the marina. Also a good vantage point to watch the dolphins, enjoy food & drinks.
Tel: +52 984 593 8423
La Caleta
Seafood heavy, Chilean & Argentinean influence. Grilled meats and fresh fish are highlights.
Tel: +52 984 688 5827
Pelican Point
Upscale ambience, nice views of the marina. Good mix of Mexican and international food.
Tel: +52 984 802 9341
Papazzi
Wood-fired pizza, pastas, meat dishes, salads, paninis. More casual, good for groups or a relaxed dinner.
Tel: +52 984 873 5651
The Pub
Casual pub fare, good beer selection, comfortable spot to unwind. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Playacar is more resort-oriented and has quite a few higher-end and all-inclusive restaurants, plus more casual neighborhood spots. Here are some good ones:
Restaurant
Cuisine / Highlights
Contact / Address
Don Sirloin – Playacar
Mexican / Latin fare — tacos, sirloin, casual dining in a lively atmosphere. Good for groups or casual dinners.
Phone: +52 984 148 0424
Perché No Restaurante Pizzería
Italian / Pizzeria — wood-fired pizzas, Italian classics; casual but nice ambiance.
Phone: +52 984 803 4466
Casa Sofia Playacar
Italian / Mediterranean / Pizza — stylish, good for evenings, decent variety. Offers comfort and nice service.
Phone: +52 984 166 4252
Barra Artesanal
Brew-pub / casual bar food, good drinks. A relaxed spot in the Playacar mall area. Nice for evenings.
Address: Paseo Xaman-Ha
Jungle Gastrobar
Contemporary / fusion / grill type — good for food + ambiance + casual drinks. Great option for dinner.
Address: Paseo Xaman-Ha
Il Piemonte
Italian, more upscale, good for a special dinner. Located inside or near hotel resorts in Playacar.
Address: Paseo Xaman-Ha
The Reef Playacar
Offers multiple dining options in a resort environment, beachfront or close to shore. Good if you’re staying in Playacar or want something with a view.
Address: Paseo Xaman-Há Phone: +52 984 873 4120
Top Restaurants in Playa del Carmen
Restaurant
What Makes It Special
Contact Info
Alux Restaurant
Unique dining experience inside a millenary cavern. Excellent ambiance. Fine dining. AluxPlayaDelCarmen
