Rating8.4
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Adults OnlySix specialty restaurants plus two buffets, sports bar, and Pepe's poolside snack area. No reservations required at specialty restaurants — arrive at opening. Smart casual dress at dinner (long trousers for men). Two buffets (Don Manuel and La Isabela) split breakfast and dinner traffic. 24-hour Sports Bar and room service for late hours.
Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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Restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana
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| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capuchino Pâtisserie & Ice Cream Parlor | Included | ||
| Don Manuel | Included | ||
| Krystal | Included | ||
| La Altagracia | Included | ||
| La Bodega | Included | ||
| La Isabela | Included | ||
| La Plaza | Included | ||
| Los Rosario | Included | ||
| Luigi | Included | ||
| Pepe's Food | Included | ||
| Perico Chicote | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Saona | Included | ||
| Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Yokohama | Included |
Fusion / Gourmet
Fusion and gourmet, dinner 6:30–9pm, à la carte. No reservation needed — arrive early. Indoor, smart casual. The most creative dinner option. No reservation policy means the first sitting fills fast.
Brazilian / Spanish
Brazilian and Spanish, dinner 6:30–9pm — à la carte mains with buffet starters and desserts. Indoor, smart casual. Unusual combination; the Brazilian elements add something different from the standard resort Italian or Mexican.
Italian
Italian, dinner 6:30–9pm — à la carte mains with buffet starters. Indoor and terrace. Smart casual. Classic Italian — pasta and meat mains. The terrace option is worth requesting.
Japanese / Asian
Japanese, dinner 6:30–9pm, à la carte. Indoor, smart casual. The lighter protein and vegetable option for guests who've been eating heavily. No reservation needed — arrive early.
Steakhouse / International Buffet
Dual format: international buffet with live cooking for lunch (noon–5pm, casual) and steakhouse à la carte for dinner (6:30–9pm, smart casual). Poolside setting. Steak quality highlighted consistently. One of the better dinner choices.
Signature dishes: Steaks (dinner)
International Buffet
Buffet for breakfast (7–11am) and dinner (6:30–10pm). Full American breakfast with Cava and live cooking. Themed buffet nights three times weekly. Indoor with terrace. No reservation, evening dress code (no sleeveless shirts).
Signature dishes: Full American Breakfast Buffet
International Buffet
Second main buffet, same format as Don Manuel — breakfast and dinner, live cooking, Cava at breakfast, themed nights three times weekly. Indoor with terrace. Splitting traffic across two buffets reduces crowding at peak times; worth checking which one is less full before choosing.
Signature dishes: Full American Breakfast Buffet
Coffee Shop / Pâtisserie / Ice Cream
Lobby area, daytime. Tartlets, chocolate cake, milkshakes, coffee. Afternoon sweet and coffee stop.
Signature dishes: Tartlets, Chocolate Cake
Sports Bar / Snacks / Light Meals
24 hours. Burgers, hot dogs, nachos, self-service. Indoor. The late-night and early-morning food fallback.
Signature dishes: Burgers, Hot Dogs, Nachos
Snacks / Grill
Outdoor poolside snack area. Daytime, casual. Burgers, hot dogs, nachos. The poolside casual eating option.
Signature dishes: Burgers, Hot Dogs, Nachos
Lobby Bar
Lobby bar, extended hours. Full drinks menu. Pre-dinner gathering point.
Lounge Bar
Poolside and swim-up bar. Daytime. Adults-only in swim-up section (18+). The primary daytime pool social hub.
Poolside Bar / Swim-up Bar
Poolside and swim-up bar. Daytime. Adults-only in swim-up section (18+). The primary daytime pool social hub.
Bar
Gather at La Plaza bar, a central spot to enjoy unlimited local and imported beverages in a casual, open-air setting. It’s an easy and convenient place to grab a drink and socialize throughout your day at the resort.
International
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service, bringing a selection of international dishes and beverages directly to your suite. Perfect for late-night cravings or a private breakfast, allowing you to dine in comfort and privacy.
