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Riviera Maya restaurants
Desafortunadamente (yes, it means what you think), dining in the Riviera Maya is mostly confined to resort restaurants; many of the best are closed to nonguests. If you're a true foodie, you can let your stomach dictate your hotel choice, and book a room at Hotel Esencia or Maroma. Or you can place your trust in the burgeoning culinary scenes in Playa del Carmen and Tulum, where independent chefs and entrepreneurs are cooking up sophisticated and creative takes on Mexican dishes. Although dining is always a laid-back affair, it's a good idea to make reservations in high season.
Worship the sunset with a frosty margarita while nibbling on feather-light chips with lime-infused salsa. Segue to shrimp rubbed with achiote (a pungent...more
This secluded spot is well worth the eerie drive down rutted dirt roads and secret paths. Hechizo, which means bewitchment, is run by chef Stefan Schober and...more
This tasteful aerie overlooking Playa's Fifth Avenue is a welcome escape from the youthful cacophony at street level. In the evening, pierced tin stars glitter...more
The sturdy señora behind the counter at the Hotel Básico's second-story puesto (food stall) knows her way around pescado (fish) and mariscos...more
Tempted to try the street food but afraid of ghastly gastro repercussions? Head to Señor Tacombi. The once-roving taco operation has put down roots on...more
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