Rating8.3
Rating7.8Adults Only
Rating8.2Nine restaurants and nine bars, with the key selling point being unlimited à la carte reservations — you're not capped at once per stay like many properties. The specialty restaurants require smart-casual dress (slacks and shoes for men). Book the French (L'Atelier) and teppanyaki (Sakura) first, as those tend to fill; the steakhouse and seafood are easier to walk into. Buffet quality is a consistent complaint, so lean on the à la carte options. The Columpios swing bar on the beach is genuinely fun for a drink.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Grill | Included | ||
| Black & White Bar | Included | ||
| Columpios Bar | Included | ||
| El Nopal | Included | ||
| House of Coffee | Included | ||
| Jaal-Ha | Included | ||
| L'Atelier | Included | ||
| La Riviera | Included | ||
| Main Beach Bar | Included | ||
| Market Kitchen | Included | ||
| Pool Bar | Included | ||
| Room Service | Additional charge | ||
| Sakura | Included | ||
| Seafood Restaurant | Included | ||
| Snack Bar | Included | ||
| Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Steak House | Included | ||
| The Lounge | Included | ||
| Theater Bar | Included |
French (Haute Dining)
French haute cuisine with live cooking demonstrations — the most formal option on property and the one most worth dressing up for. Expect classic French technique: multi-course presentations, tableside preparation. Slacks and shoes required; reservations fill fast, so book on arrival day. Dinner only.
Signature dishes: True French cuisine expertise, Taste of Paris, Carefully crafted presentation
Upscale Italian
Upscale Italian à la carte. The lobster ravioli with cream sauce and tiramisu appear repeatedly in positive guest reviews — order both. Wood-fired pizzas are available as a more casual option. Smart-casual dress required. Reservations needed.
Signature dishes: Lobster ravioli with cream sauce, Authentic tiramisu, Wood-fired pizzas
Asian Fusion (Japanese sushi artistry, Teppanyaki)
Japanese teppanyaki and sushi. The hibachi cooking show with theatrical knife skills is the main event — sit at a teppanyaki table for the full experience. Sushi rolls and tempura are also available. This one fills quickly; reserve on arrival. Smart-casual required.
Signature dishes: Sushi rolls, Hibachi steak with theatrical knife skills and flames, Tempura vegetables and seafood
Authentic Mexican
Authentic Mexican in an open hacienda courtyard setting. The tableside guacamole, mole poblano, and fresh ceviche are the menu highlights. Tuesday nights are dedicated taco service. Casual dress, no reservation required but recommended during peak weeks.
Signature dishes: Mole Poblano, Fresh ceviche, Churros, Sizzling fajitas, Tableside guacamole
American Cuts of Meat / Grill
American-cut steaks grilled to order in an indoor setting. Solid but not exceptional — the cuts are decent for an all-inclusive, though serious steak lovers may find them average. Smart-casual. Reserve in advance.
Signature dishes: American cuts of meat
Fish and Seafood
Fish and shellfish à la carte. Quality varies by season and supply; earlier in the week tends to be better. Smart-casual dress. Reservations required.
International Buffet
Main international buffet open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Quality is the most common complaint on property — dishes can be bland and repetitive by day three. Live stations and themed nights (Italian Tuesdays, seafood stations) help vary things. No reservation needed.
Signature dishes: Seafood stations, Mexican taco bars, Themed dinner nights (e.g., Italian night on Tuesdays)
International Buffet (Breakfast & Lunch), A la carte (Dinner) with specialties in meat, fish, and seafood
Beachfront restaurant serving buffet for breakfast and lunch — the best setting on property for morning coffee with ocean views. Dinner shifts to à la carte meat, fish, and seafood. No reservation needed for buffet service; outdoor seating only, casual dress.
Signature dishes: Fresh fruit juices, Classic international breakfasts, Specialties in meat, fish, and seafood (for dinner)
Grilled favorites, casual beachside eats
Casual beachside grill open 11am–6pm. Burgers, fresh fish, and salads are the staples. Saturday barbecue nights with grilled lobster are worth planning around. No reservation, swimwear with cover-up acceptable.
Signature dishes: Juicy burgers, Fresh local fish, Crisp salads, Barbecue nights with succulent grilled lobster
Liquors, cocktails, drinks
24-hour indoor lounge bar with national and imported drinks. The only place on property that never closes — useful for late-night arrivals or early-morning departures. Signature cocktails are the draw.
Signature dishes: Fusions of traditional and signature drinks
Cocktails, drinks
Upscale pre-dinner bar between the French and Italian restaurants. Live music in the evenings. Smart-casual dress. Open until 1am.
Drinks, snacks
24-hour sports bar with screens for live games. Light snacks available. Casual dress, open around the clock.
Coffee, ice cream
Coffee and ice cream parlor, open 10am–10pm. Good for an afternoon break. No alcohol.
Sweet or strong drinks, coffee
Outdoor bar with hanging swing seats directly on the beach. One of the more memorable features of the property — order a frozen cocktail and sit on the swings over the sand. Casual, no reservation needed.
Cold drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Swim-up bar at the main pool, open 10am–1am. Frozen margaritas and tropical cocktails are the popular orders. Casual/swimwear.
Signature dishes: Frozen margaritas, Tropical cocktails
Drinks
Steps from the sand with waiter service. Open until 1am. Casual, no reservation.
Snacks, coffee, and drinks
Quick bites at breakfast, lunch, and late-night (11pm–1am). Good for grabbing food outside main dining hours without getting fully dressed.
Drinks
In-theater bar that operates during evening shows. Grab a drink before the performance starts. Casual to smart-casual.
Limited menu of various dishes
24-hour room service with an additional charge — not included in the all-inclusive rate. Menu is limited. Worth knowing about for early arrivals or late nights.
