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Rating8.9Adults OnlyUp to 11 restaurants depending on season — in low season, fewer venues operate, which can create repetition across a week-long stay. Book every à la carte dinner restaurant for the entire week on arrival day. Klay Talay books out first. The pop-up food stands (Breakfast Taco Stand, Beach Barbecue) add variety beyond the main restaurants. Portions can run small at some venues — ordering two mains is standard practice here under the Gourmet Inclusive plan.



| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-Hour Room Service | Included | ||
| Arrecifes | Included | ||
| Arrecifes Swim-up Bar | Included | ||
| Beach Barbecue | Included | ||
| Breakfast Taco Stand in the Jungle | Included | ||
| Colibri Swim-up Bar | Included | ||
| Cotorros Bar | Included | ||
| Culinarium | Included | ||
| Driftwood Bar | Included | ||
| Driftwood Gourmet Ocean Front Restaurant & BBQ Corner | Included | ||
| Garcitas Swim-up Bar | Included | ||
| Gaviotas Swim-Up Bar & Lounge | Included | ||
| Gourmet Pub | Included | ||
| Guacamaya Lounge | Included | ||
| Guacamayas Bar | Included | ||
| Kanaloa Bar | Included | ||
| Klay Talay | Included | ||
| La Cantina Bar | Included | ||
| La Carreta | Included | ||
| La Sandwicherie | Included | ||
| Margarita's Bar | Included | ||
| Mezcalito Bar | Included | ||
| Mia Casa Dorado | Included | ||
| Seaside Market | Included | ||
| Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Starbucks® Coffee | Additional charge | ||
| Swim-up Oceanfront Bar | Included |
Contemporary Italian
The main international restaurant handling buffet breakfast and lunch plus dinner service. Walk-in for breakfast and lunch. Dinner may require reservation. The broadest food selection on property.
Signature dishes: Finest Italian cuisine
Oriental / Asian Fusion Cuisine
Japanese and Asian fusion — sushi, teppanyaki, wok preparations. The most popular specialty restaurant. Book on arrival day for multiple evenings if Japanese is your preference — it's the first to fill.
Signature dishes: Asian fusion dishes, Japanese beers, Sake
World Cuisine / International Gourmet
British-style pub concept with elevated pub food — not a typical resort restaurant format. Good for a casual evening with craft beers and comfort food. Reservation recommended.
Signature dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Fish & Chips, Beef Meatballs, Baked Rice Pudding
Authentic Mexican Gourmet Cuisine
Traditional Mexican à la carte. Regional dishes with a focus on local ingredients. Dinner reservation required.
Signature dishes: Traditional Mexican dishes, Garden-fresh herb infused cuisine, Infused Tequilas
Latin Fusion Cuisine
Specialty dining concept — usually themed or interactive format. Check with the concierge for the current offering during your stay. Reservation required.
Signature dishes: Shaken Margaritas
International Cuisine (Buffet) / World Cuisine
Casual market-style restaurant. Walk-in, daytime hours. Good for quick snacks and light meals.
Signature dishes: Lavish food displays, Worldly cooking stations, Mexican market section with regional food
International Cuisine
Seafood restaurant near the beach. Fresh fish and Caribbean seafood preparations. Dinner reservation recommended.
Ocean Front Restaurant / International / BBQ
Beachfront setting with BBQ grilling. One of the most atmospheric dining spots on property given the direct ocean views. Reservation recommended for dinner.
Signature dishes: Daily Paella, Gourmet burgers, Freshly grilled meats and seafood, Create-your-own ceviche
International Gourmet Snacks
Quick-service sandwich and light meal concept. Good for lunch when you want something fast without a sit-down.
Signature dishes: Wood-fired pizzas, Angus burgers, Burritos, Fresh salads
BBQ, International, Outdoor Flavors
Open-air beach BBQ, casual format. Walk-in. The freshest midday beach option.
Signature dishes: Daily Paella, Gourmet hamburgers, Hot dogs, Grilled chicken and shrimp skewers, Tacos, Burritos, Wood-fired pizzas
Mexican (Tacos)
Pop-up taco stand in a garden setting. Walk-in, mornings. Worth doing once for the novelty and the quality of fresh tacos vs. the main buffet.
Signature dishes: Pibil cooked traditionally underground, Chicken tacos
Bar menu, Mezcal, Cocktails
Mezcal-focused bar. Educational staff who can walk you through the differences between producers and styles.
Signature dishes: Signature Mezcal drinks, Assortment of high-quality liquors
Bar menu, Traditional Mexican drinks
Cocktail and spirits bar with a classic cantina feel.
Signature dishes: Wide selection of local beers, Cheladas, Exotic cocktails, Aged tequilas
Bar menu, Specialty Margaritas
Margarita specialties in multiple variations. One of the more consistently reviewed bars.
Signature dishes: Wide selection of shaken Margaritas, Flavored margaritas and cocktails
Lounge Bar
Lounge-style bar for evening cocktails. Quieter atmosphere than the pool bars.
Lounge Bar
Tropical cocktail bar. Beachside orientation.
Sports Bar
Sports viewing and casual drinks. Limited screens compared to some resort sports bars.
Bar menu, Cocktails
Pool bar with daytime service.
Bar menu, Cocktails
Pool-adjacent bar. Cocktails and snacks.
Bar menu, Refreshing drinks
Bar adjacent to the Driftwood restaurant at the beachfront.
Bar menu, Cocktails
Swim-up service at the Arrecifes pool area.
Bar menu, Cocktails
Swim-up bar in a quieter pool section.
Bar menu, Cocktails, Gourmet bites
Swim-up bar with lounge seating area. One of the more comfortable pool bar setups.
Bar menu, Cocktails, Gourmet bites
Swim-up bar adjacent to the Garcitas pool.
Signature dishes: Delicious gourmet bites and lunches
Bar menu, Cocktails
Oceanfront swim-up bar with views. The best pool bar setting on property.
Signature dishes: Virgin cocktails, Fresh fruit infused water, Ice-cold beers, Full Gourmet Inclusive® premium drinks
International, Variety of options
Included in Gourmet Inclusive plan. Full menu available overnight. Order if you arrive late and restaurants are closed.
Coffee, Pastries
The one branded venue. Specialty coffees and pastries. Additional charge for some items.
Signature dishes: Starbucks coffee beverages