Restaurants for that special occasion in Playa Del Carmen
For many people that come on vacation to Playa Del Carmen you want to have that special night out. If you are staying in town or at one of the nearby all-inclusive resorts, many still want some special restaurant for your evening. So here is our list of special dinner restaurants for one reason or another that you might consider when choosing to go out in Playa Del Carmen. Here they are in alphabetical order.
Alux Restaurant
The most striking thing about this restaurant is that there is no other one like it in the Riviera Maya! It is in a cave just outside of the downtown of Playa Del Carmen. If your date does not know where they are going, once you enter the property and descend the steps, the excitement and surprise will be on their face. The dining areas are tucked into the caves. There is one main dining room and some smaller areas that are more private.
The food is a combination of Mexican, Mayan/regional cuisine and international menu items. The menu is large and there is a full bar and drinks menu.
After dinner you can walk around the cave. There is a circular path that takes you around. It will take you about 10-20 minutes depending on how long the linger. There is even a wedding chapel in one room! For more about Alux Restaurant see our article here.
Axiote Restaurant
For food lovers of true Mexican gourmet cuisine that has been fused, twisted and turned into exciting dishes, Axiote Restaurant is for you! This restaurant consistently lives up to good standards for cocktails, food and service. The atmosphere is casual but you won’t get casual food. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere and not having to dress up for your special night. Let the food and drinks do the talking here and you will have a very good meal.
The menu is not huge but what is there, you really cannot go wrong with. Some things are on the spicier side, and some are more on the not so lean side, but if it is your special night out most people are not counting calories. For more about Axiote Restaurant see our article here.
La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store
La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store is an authentic Mexican restaurant on 38th Street in the downtown of Playa Del Carmen. This restaurant will open your view of what is authentic Mexican cuisine. La Perla Pixan has brought many of the taste of reginal cuisine to Playa Del Carmen. You can get a wide range of dishes and many alcohols and spirits that are from Mexico as well. the waiters are good at explaining the menu and also are bilingual.
The stetting for this restaurant is open air and is on a nice treelined street. Often you can find live music being performed here. It is a laid-back atmosphere with no dress code. For more about visiting La Perla Pixan Cuisine and Mezcal Store, see their Facebook page here and our video below.
Fuego Restaurant
Hidden away in the lush interior of the Mahekal Beach Resort on 38th Street is Fuego Restaurant. The casual beach dinning atmosphere sells most people regardless of the menu. This restaurant cooks everything on fire to infuse the flavors of local woods. Gourmet cuisine that is influenced by international, Mexican and Argentine cuisine is served. For more about Fuego Restaurant see our article here.
Inti Beach Restaurant
Hidden away between 4th and 6th Streets in the center of Playa is Inti Beach Restaurant. Here they serve gourmet dinners on the beach with a chance to sink your feet into the sand. There is an extensive drinks menu and a good selection of gourmet items to eat. To see more about what it is like see our video below.
Oh Lala Restaurant
Oh Lala is a small restaurant of about 10 tables. It has for years been one of the top ranked restaurants in Playa Del Carmen. It offers a cozy atmosphere, international gourmet menu, and large wine and bar menu. For more about Oh Lala Restaurant see our article here.
Purobeach Restaurant
Having a rooftop view that includes vistas of the Caribbean and setting sun will make any evening special. The Purobeach Restaurant is on top of the new Fives Downtown Hotel.
Chill music, Ibiza vibe with Mediterranean style menu awaits you. Stylish yet casual, this restaurant is perfect for your night out in Playa Del Carmen.
Conclusion
There are a lot of good restaurants in Playa Del Carmen. You can see our full list of restaurants here if you did not see something that fits you. We hope wherever you choose you have a great time!
Let us know what special restaurants you like in Playa Del Carmen for your date night or whatever occasion in the comments below. We would love to hear from you.
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I am looking for a place to have a welcome dinner for a wedding. 35-45 people in May 2021. Any suggestions?
Catch Restaurant at the Thompson would be a good place. It is large enough and great views.