Rating8.4
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Adults OnlyFour restaurants plus bars and snack options. The Palms is the main buffet with three themed dinner nights per week. The à la carte options — Traviata (Italian), Turquesa (Mexican/Steakhouse), and Jade (Asian) — require reservations and enforce a formal dress code at dinner. Jade operates as a dinner buffet rather than à la carte, which removes the reservation pressure.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-Hour Snacks | Included | ||
| Anana Bar | Included | ||
| Coffee Shop | Included | ||
| In-Room Minibar & Liquor Dispenser | Included | ||
| Jade | Included | ||
| Las Olas | Included | ||
| Lobby Bar | Included | ||
| Pepes | Included | ||
| Plaza Bar | Included | ||
| Room Service | Additional charge | ||
| The Palms | Included | ||
| Traviata | Included | ||
| Turquesa | Included |
Italian
Italian à la carte dinner restaurant. Pasta is the standout — the kitchen does it well. Starter buffet plus à la carte mains. Reservations required, long trousers required for men. Best Italian option in the Riu Playacar lineup.
Signature dishes: Best pasta
Mexican, Steakhouse (Dinner); International (Lunch)
Poolside venue that serves an international lunch buffet then converts to a Mexican and Steakhouse à la carte at dinner. The steak cuts at dinner are the highlight. Casual for lunch, formal for dinner. Reservations required for dinner.
Signature dishes: Variety of steak cuts, Excellent appetizers and alternative entrees (Steakhouse)
International, Local Specialties
Main buffet for breakfast and dinner. Breakfast includes Cava and live cooking stations — generally the most praised meal on property. Three themed dinner buffets per week. No reservation needed. The American breakfast spread is well-stocked.
Signature dishes: Themed buffets (3 times a week)
Asian
Asian dinner buffet — not à la carte. A broad range of Asian dishes available without a reservation. More casual format than the other specialty restaurants. Good for families who don't want reservation pressure.
Signature dishes: Exotic Asian cuisine
Barbecue, Snacks
Poolside afternoon snack bar with barbecue grills. Casual bites between lunch and dinner. No reservation, no dress code, swimwear fine.
Signature dishes: Barbecue food, Snacks
Coffee, Cocktails
Praised for drink quality — consistently mentioned as the best cocktail spot on property. Shaded daytime seating transitions to livelier evening atmosphere.
Signature dishes: Best quality drinks
Drinks
Indoor bar for local and imported beverages throughout the day and evening.
Drinks
Outdoor evening bar — central meeting point before or after dinner.
Drinks
Poolside bar with standard tropical drinks. Convenient while on the pool deck.
Coffee, Beverages
Coffee and beverage spot included in the all-inclusive. Good for a morning start before the buffet rush.
Various Snacks
Satisfy your cravings any time of day or night with the resort's complimentary 24-hour snack service. A range of light bites and convenient options are available across various locations, ensuring you're fueled and refreshed throughout your stay.
Beverages, Spirits
Enjoy the ultimate convenience with a complimentary in-room minibar and liquor dispenser, stocked with a selection of refreshing beverages and four bottles of premium spirits. Replenished regularly, it ensures your favorite drinks are always at hand for a private indulgence.
Signature dishes: Selection of in-room liquors (4 bottles)
General menu
Please note that room service is not available at Hotel Riu Playacar. Guests are encouraged to explore the wide array of dining options across the resort and its sister properties for their culinary desires.
