Rating8.0
Rating8.0
Rating8.0Four restaurants and five bars across the four villages. Cayuco is the main all-day buffet — walk-in, no reservation. Coco Plum Beach Lounge requires reservations for dinner and fills up; book immediately after checking in. Coal & Copper steakhouse is the premium option at extra cost — reservation required. Cacao & Co at dinner runs a three-step family experience culminating in the Secret Chocolate Room with a chocolate fountain. Drinks quality at the main bar gets some criticism in reviews — smoother drinks at the Zen bar (El Limon) if you're in the adult zone.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cacao & Co. (Family Restaurant) | Included | ||
| Cayuco (Main Restaurant) | Included | ||
| Cayuco Bar (Main Bar) | Included | ||
| Coal & Copper Steakhouse | Additional charge | ||
| Coco Plum – Beach Lounge Bar | Included | ||
| Coco Plum Beach Lounge | Included | ||
| El Limon Bar | Included | ||
| La Cava (Wine Cellars) | Additional charge | ||
| La Perla Bar (Family Bar) | Included | ||
| Room Service (Continental Breakfast) | Included | ||
| The Coffee House | Included |
Seafood, Local Specialties, International
Beachfront à la carte restaurant open from late breakfast to midnight. The setting — direct ocean views from a deck built over the sand — is genuinely lovely for dinner. Fish tacos, tuna aguachiles, catch of the day, grilled avocado, and Dominican breakfast options are consistently praised. Book reservation immediately at check-in; service can run slow at peak dinner sittings. Included in the all-inclusive.
Signature dishes: Grilled avocado, Tuna aguachiles, Fish tacos, Calamari, Catch of the day, Dominican breakfast, Fish in coconut sauce, Lobster sampler (potentially extra)
International (French, Italian, Asian, Grill, Dominican)
The resort's main all-day buffet with 10+ cuisine stations across three themed dining rooms, one of which is adults-only. International range: French, Italian, Asian, Dominican. Lamb chop lollipops, handmade gnocchi, oysters, ceviche, and a dedicated gelato bar appear in strong guest reviews. Food temperature at the buffet is inconsistent per guest feedback — check that dishes are hot before loading your plate.
Signature dishes: Lamb chop lollipops, Handmade gnocchi, Dominican-style seafood, Big burgers, Gelato bar, Chocolate croissants, Oysters, Fresh ceviche, Chilaquiles
Farm-to-Table, Family-Friendly
A dinner-only family restaurant that works as a structured experience: three courses culminating in the Secret Chocolate Room where kids crack a code to access chocolate fountains and sweet stations. Also serves lunch for Mini Club Med attendees. Book for a dinner evening — it's genuinely memorable for kids aged 6 and up.
Signature dishes: Guacamole preparation experience, Fun-sized dishes to share, Access to the Secret Chocolate Room
Coffee, Tea, Pastries, Snacks
Opens 7am. Purely Dominican coffee (locally sourced), teas, fresh juices, chocolate éclairs, frozen yogurts, and gluten-free options. Starts earlier than the main restaurant — the only place for a coffee fix before the 7am Cayuco opening. Nautical design with a swing inside.
Signature dishes: Purely Dominican coffee, Chocolate éclairs, Fresh juices, Frozen yogurts, Gluten-free options
Cocktails, Smoothies, Detox Juices
Adults-only (18+) swim-up bar at the Zen Oasis pool in Emerald Jungle village. Vitamin-rich smoothies, detox juices, and cocktails. Guest reviews suggest drink quality and consistency are better here than at the main Cayuco Bar — worth the walk to the adult zone.
Signature dishes: Vitamin-rich pineapple-mango smoothie, Detox juices, Imaginative cocktails
Cocktails, Local Specialties
Beachfront bar running all day and night alongside the Coco Plum restaurant. Live music every evening. Beach service available. Walk-in.
Signature dishes: Tropical Caribbean tastes
Cocktails, Spirits, Non-alcoholic Drinks
Central resort bar open day and night with champagne service in the evenings. Connected terrace adjacent to the resort theater. Unlimited included drinks. Cocktail quality noted as inconsistent in some reviews — drink during off-peak hours for better service.
Signature dishes: Cocktails
Drinks (including child-friendly menu)
Exclusively for La Perla suite guests in Explorer Cove. Kid-friendly drink menu with fresh fruit juices and virgin cocktails alongside adult options. Located by the family-only pool.
Signature dishes: Fresh fruit juices for kids, Virgin cocktails for kids
Continental Breakfast
Pre-order via Club Med app before midnight for 8–8:30am delivery. Full continental spread including eggs, bacon, pastries, fruits, yogurt, and granola. Available to all guests.
Signature dishes: Bread, Pastries, Coffee, Tea, Juices, Fruits, Eggs, Bacon, Hash browns, Tomatoes, Yogurt, Granola, Marmalade
Steakhouse, Charcoal Grill
The only extra-cost restaurant on-site, but worth it if premium meat is a priority. Argentine Choco Grill technique, dry-aged cuts, Tomahawk steak, ribeye, and unusual surf-and-turf options including caviar and lobster. Urban-industrial design with open kitchen. Dinner only, select nights. Reservation required. Smart casual dress.
Signature dishes: Tomahawk steak cooked on open fire, Dry-aged meats, Ribeye, Caviar, Lobster
Wine, Spirits
Adults-only intimate bar with three wine cellars and plush velvet seating. Premium wines and spirits at extra cost. Traditional Dominican rum tastings available. The resort's most sophisticated bar option.
Signature dishes: International wines, High-end spirits, Traditional Dominican rum
