Dining Guide for Hotel Riu Palace Macao
Six restaurants plus 8 bars. Specialty restaurants require reservations (book via RIU app on arrival day). Elite Club guests get their own exclusive restaurant for breakfast and dinner. The main buffet, El Patio, handles all three meals without reservation. Formal dress at dinner specialty restaurants (long trousers, no sleeveless shirts for men).
17 Dining Venues
16 Included
1 Specialty
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Macao
Quick Reference
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capuchino | Included | ||
| Coral Poolside Bar | Included | ||
| Cubano Lobby Bar | Included | ||
| El Patio | Included | ||
| Elite Club Beach Bar | Included | ||
| Elite Club Lounge | Included | ||
| Elite Club Restaurant | Included | ||
| Joe's Bar | Included | ||
| Kabuki | Included | ||
| Krystal | Included | ||
| La Bohème Lounge Bar | Included | ||
| Pancho (Steakhouse) | Included | ||
| Pepe's Food Grill | Included | ||
| Romantic Dinner on the Beach | Additional charge | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Volare | Included |
Included Dining
Krystal
Included
Fusion / Gourmet
Fusion, dinner only, à la carte. Open-air or partially open setting per the 2023 rebuild — check current configuration at check-in. Reservation required. The gourmet fusion menu is consistently the most talked-about specialty option; book it early in the stay.
Dress code: Formal (long trousers for gentlemen)Open-air (potentially beachfront)Dinner hours vary, please check with hotelA la carteReservations requiredAdults-only (18+)
Dinner
Elite Club Restaurant
Included
High-level International Gastronomy
Exclusive to Elite Club tier guests. Open for breakfast and dinner à la carte. Described as one of the standout dining destinations in the RIU chain — less crowded than the main restaurants by design. If you're on Elite Club, prioritize this over the standard specialty rotation.
Dress code: Resort Elegant (long trousers for gentlemen)IndoorBreakfast and dinner hours vary, please check with hotelA la carteReservations requiredAdults-only (18+), exclusive to Elite Club guests
BreakfastDinner
Reputation as one of the best culinary destinations within RIU hotel chain
Kabuki
Included
Japanese / Asian
Japanese, dinner only, à la carte. Reservation required. Solid Japanese repertoire — not a teppanyaki show format. Lighter option after several days of heavier buffet and steak meals. Book early in the stay, not last minute.
Dress code: Formal (long trousers for gentlemen)IndoorDinner hours vary, please check with hotelA la carteReservations requiredAdults-only (18+)
Dinner
Signature dishes: Japanese classics
Volare
Included
Italian
Italian, dinner only — à la carte mains with buffet starters. Reservation required. Familiar Italian classics competently executed. The starters buffet lets you eat while waiting for main course preparation, which keeps the pace from dragging.
Dress code: Formal (long trousers for gentlemen)IndoorDinner hours vary, please check with hotelA la carte with starters buffetReservations requiredAdults-only (18+)
Dinner
Signature dishes: Fine Italian food
Pancho (Steakhouse)
Included
Steakhouse / Grilled dishes
Steakhouse, dinner only, à la carte, poolside setting. Reservation required. Good cuts grilled to order. Request specific doneness clearly — steakhouse results vary when staff interprets 'medium.' Best when the kitchen isn't overwhelmed mid-week.
Dress code: Formal (long trousers for gentlemen)PoolsideDinner hours vary, please check with hotelA la carteReservations requiredAdults-only (18+)
Dinner
Signature dishes: Hardy cuts, Grilled specialties
El Patio
Included
International Buffet
Main buffet for all three meals. Live cooking stations, themed buffets three times per week, Cava at breakfast. No reservation needed. The 2023 rebuild means the kitchen and equipment are current — food quality here is better than at older RIU buffets.
Dress code: Formal (no sleeveless T-shirts for gentlemen)Restaurant with terraceBreakfast, Lunch, and Dinner hours vary, please check with hotelBuffet with live cooking stationsNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
BreakfastLunchDinner
Signature dishes: Themed buffets (3 times a week), Full American buffet with Cava (breakfast)
Pepe's Food Grill
Included
Snacks / Grilled snacks
Poolside grill, daytime. Casual dress, no reservation. Grilled snacks throughout the day — the best option for eating without leaving the pool area. Fills up around noon.
Dress code: CasualPoolsideDaytime hours vary, please check with hotelGrill / SnacksNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
LunchDaytime
Capuchino
Included
Pâtisserie & Ice Cream Parlor / Coffee Shop
Pâtisserie and ice cream parlor, open until midnight. Coffee, cakes, pastries, ice cream. Good for dessert after dinner if the restaurant portions felt light.
Dress code: CasualIndoor10:00 AM - 12:00 AMCafé menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
DaytimeSnacks
Signature dishes: Coffee, Cakes, Pastries, Ice cream
La Bohème Lounge Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks
Evening lounge bar with terrace. Premium drinks included. Indoor and outdoor seating. Quieter than the pool bar circuit — a good pre-dinner spot.
Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor with terraceEvening hours vary, please check with hotelBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
Evening
Cubano Lobby Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks
Lobby bar with a daily signature cocktail from the in-house mixologist. Full premium drinks menu. The signature drink changes daily — ask the bartender what it is before ordering generically.
Dress code: CasualIndoor with terraceDay and evening hours vary, please check with hotelBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
DayEvening
Signature dishes: Daily signature drink from the mixologist
Sports Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks and small food options
Catch up on the latest games at the 24-hour Sports Bar, offering continuous premium branded drinks and light food options. It's the ultimate casual hangout for round-the-clock entertainment and refreshments.
Dress code: CasualIndoor24 hours a dayBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
24 hours
Coral Poolside Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks
Quench your thirst without leaving the water at Coral Poolside Bar, featuring a convenient swim-up option. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and other premium branded drinks in a lively, casual atmosphere throughout the day.
Dress code: Casual (swimwear acceptable)Poolside, Swim-upDaytime hours vary, please check with hotelBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
Daytime
Signature dishes: Cocktails
Joe's Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks
Joe's Bar provides a relaxed setting to enjoy a wide selection of international branded drinks. It's a comfortable spot to socialize and enjoy refreshments at your leisure.
Dress code: CasualNot specifiedHours vary, please check with hotelBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
DayEvening
Elite Club Lounge
Included
Bar Service / Drinks and snacks
Exclusive to Elite Club guests, this sophisticated lounge offers premium branded drinks and select snacks in an elegant indoor setting. It’s a private retreat for discerning guests to relax and indulge.
Dress code: Smart CasualIndoorHours vary, please check with hotelBar menu with snacksNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+), exclusive to Elite Club guests
DayEvening
Elite Club Beach Bar
Included
Bar Service / Drinks
Enjoy exclusive premium branded drinks right on the sand at the Elite Club Beach Bar. This beachfront oasis offers unparalleled service and refreshment for Elite Club guests throughout the day.
Dress code: Casual (swimwear acceptable)BeachfrontDaytime hours vary, please check with hotelBar menuNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+), exclusive to Elite Club guests
Daytime
Room Service
Included
International (variety of choices)
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour complimentary room service, featuring an upgraded menu with a variety of choices, including vegetarian options. Savor delicious meals and snacks in the comfort and privacy of your own room.
Dress code: CasualIn-room24 hours a dayUpgraded menu with variety from specialty restaurantsNo reservations neededAdults-only (18+)
24 hours
Signature dishes: Vegetarian options
Specialty Dining
Romantic Dinner on the Beach
Extra cost
Special Set Menu
Create unforgettable memories with a private Romantic Dinner on the Beach. This exclusive experience, available for an additional charge, offers a special set menu and an intimate beachfront setting under the stars.
Dress code: Resort ElegantBeachfrontDinner hours vary, please check with hotelSpecial menuReservations requiredAdults-only (18+)
Dinner
