Punta Cana (Bavaro), Dominican Republic
Rating8.1
Rating6.6
Rating6.6Bahia Principe Grand Aquamarine (official Escape Aquamarine branding on bahia-principe.com) is an adults-only all-inclusive in the Punta Cana Bavaro complex. Live Resort Flock inventory maps 17 venues: 16 included and Room Service as specialty / extra-cost. On-property anchors are Acuario buffet, Las Olas beach lunch, El Olivo, and MASHUA Nikkei. Official complex copy also opens Las Olas Beach House specialties plus sister restaurants at Escape Ambar and Bahia Principe Punta Cana. All a la carte dinners require reservations via the Bahia app at check-in. Semi-formal dress: long pants and collared shirts for men; no swimwear or exercise shorts. Confirm which sister venues your rate unlocks at arrival.
Bahia Principe Grand Aquamarine offers 11 restaurants — 11 included in your stay. Featured venues include El Olivo Gourmet Restaurant, MASHUA Nikkei Restaurant, Thali Restaurant, Rodizio Restaurant and The Greek Restaurant. The resort also has 1 coffee shop and 4 bars/lounges. See the full restaurant guide below for menus, hours, and reservation details.
Official and live doctrine: specialty dinners require reservations. Download the Bahia Principe app and book Capriccio, M.E.A.T., MASHUA, El Olivo, and Las Olas rooms as soon as check-in unlocks the board. Acuario and Las Olas daytime buffet stay walk-in.
Official Escape Aquamarine restaurants page: on-property rooms plus Las Olas Beach House specialties and sister a la cartes at Escape Ambar and Bahia Principe Punta Cana. Live intro matches complex-wide access. Confirm which buffets (if any) at Ambar remain closed to Aquamarine guests for your rate.
Official a la carte cards: semi-formal dress code. Live: long pants and collared shirts for men; no swimwear or exercise shorts. Acuario and beach lunch need footwear and a shirt. Pack at least one dinner outfit that clears the board.
Live inventory lists Room Service as specialty / additional charge. Do not assume 24-hour free delivery. Use Acuario, Las Olas daytime, and the coffee shop for included meals; confirm priced room-service items at the desk.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acuario Main Restaurant | Included | ||
| Capriccio Restaurant | Included | ||
| El Olivo Gourmet Restaurant | Included | ||
| Fish Market Restaurant | Included | ||
| Las Olas Beach Restaurant (Daytime) | Included | ||
| M.E.A.T. Steakhouse | Included | ||
| MASHUA Nikkei Restaurant | Included | ||
| Rodizio Restaurant | Included | ||
| Tequila Restaurant | Included | ||
| Thali Restaurant | Included | ||
| The Coffee Shop | Included | ||
| The Greek Restaurant | Included |
Gourmet
Official Escape Aquamarine: creative Mediterranean-inspired gourmet dinner; adults only; reservation required; semi-formal dress. Live: on-site dinner about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, indoor with A/C, health-focused plating. Quieter than steakhouse/teppanyaki nights; book for a refined evening.
Japanese and Peruvian Fusion (Nikkei)
Official Mashua: Japanese techniques with Peruvian flavors; adults only; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: outdoor terrace dinner about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM. Guest-mentioned plates on live card: grilled salmon with quinoa stew and wasabi puree; Nikkei pork belly glazed in teriyaki with tacu. Book early; fills faster than most.
Signature dishes: Grilled salmon with quinoa stew and wasabi puree, Nikkei pork belly glazed in teriyaki sauce with tacu
Indian
Official Las Olas Beach House Thali: Indian aromas and subtly flavored dishes; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: dinner only about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, air-conditioned indoors at Las Olas. Useful variety on a longer stay. Confirm plated specials in the Bahia app.
Brazilian Steakhouse
Official Las Olas Rodizio: Brazilian-style grill by the ocean; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: outdoor dinner about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM with meats carved tableside. Good for groups who want a lively social dinner.
Signature dishes: Cooked meats served tableside with savory sides
Greek / Mediterranean
Official Las Olas Greek: fresh Mediterranean salads, fish, and Greek specialties; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: dinner about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, air-conditioned at Las Olas. Often easier reservations than Italian or steak nights.
Seafood
Official Las Olas Fish Market: meticulously prepared fish and seafood; adults only; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: dinner about 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, air-conditioned at Las Olas. For seafood beyond the buffet. Exact plated specials.
Signature dishes: Prepared seafood
Traditional Mexican
Official Las Olas Tequila: classic Mexican dishes; reservation required; semi-formal. Live: outdoor dinner about 6:30 PM-9:30 PM at Las Olas Beach House. Lighter option than steakhouse nights.
Traditional Italian
Live: traditional Italian dinner; reservation required; semi-formal; lasagna, Florentine-style beef, pasta Bolognese, veal Parmesan, and homemade pizza are the menu anchors guests mention. Official Escape Ambar list currently highlights an Italian room. Book on day one.
Signature dishes: Lasagna, Florentine-style beef, Lamb chops in honey, Pasta Bolognese, Veal Parmesan, Homemade pizza
Steakhouse
Live: steakhouse at Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar (official Escape Ambar branding on bahia-principe.com); dinner only; adults-only setting; reservation required; semi-formal. Guest reviews frequently call meat quality a highlight. Official Ambar page lists a characterful steakhouse without the M.E.A.T. trade name in the scraped marketing copy. Book early.
International Buffet
Official Acuario: international buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; no reservation; footwear and shirt required. Typical clocks guests see: breakfast 7:00 AM-10:30 AM, lunch 12:30 PM-3:00 PM, dinner 6:30 PM-10:00 PM; air-conditioned. Default when specialty slots are full.
International Buffet
Official beachfront international buffet for casual daytime dining; no reservation. Live: beachside lunch about 10:30 AM-6:00 PM; footwear and shirt required. Convenient without returning to the main building mid-afternoon.
Coffee, Pastries, Sandwiches
Live: coffee shop at Luxury Ambar; espresso, cappuccino, and pastry selection often praised; chocolate-filled puff pastry and almond croissant called out on live card. Open early morning to about 10:45 PM. Walk-in. Confirm whether Grand Punta Cana lobby coffee access still applies for your rate.
Signature dishes: Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Frappuccinos, Chocolate-filled puff pastry, Almond croissant, Brownies, Cheesecake, Apple strudel
Bar Menu
Official and live: poolside / swim-up bar for cocktails. Live window about 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. Busy mid-morning; quieter near 5:00 PM.
Bar Menu
Live: pre-dinner lobby/outdoor bar about 10:00 AM-11:30 PM. Signature pours on live card: Pina Colada, Banana Mama, Coco Loco, Lemon Daiquiri, Tequila Sunrise.
Signature dishes: Pina Colada, Banana Mama, Coco Loco, Lemon Daiquiri, Tequila Sunrise
Bar Menu
Live: outdoor casual daytime bar about 10:30 AM-6:00 PM. Convenient drinks without going to the pool bar.
Bar Menu, Snacks
Official complex: adults-only sports screens with snacks and cocktails. Live places it at Luxury Ambar for evening use. Walk-in. Exact clocks.
International
Live specialty / extra-cost: breakfast about 7:00 AM-11:00 AM, lunch and dinner 11:00 AM-11:00 PM, night service 11:00 PM-7:00 AM. Many items carry extra charge; Confirm details in the resort app or at the host stand on arrival. Live signatures include Breakfast Combo, nachos, Caesar salad, Club Sandwich, Royal Prime Angus Burger, penne Bolognese, brownie. Use Acuario and bars as included alternatives.
Signature dishes: Breakfast Combo, Nachos with cheese, Caesar salad, Club Sandwich, Royal Prime Angus Burger, Pennes with Bolognese, Brownie