Rating8.2Rating8.1Eight restaurants and seven or more bars cover most tastes, though several of the specialty a la carte venues are shared with the adjacent Iberostar Bávaro Suites complex. All specialty restaurant dinners require reservations — book the same evening you arrive for the best availability window. La Coupole (French, adults-only) and Brave Steakhouse require smarter dress than the other venues. The Star Café operates as a 24-hour snack option.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brave Steakhouse | Included | ||
| Cool Wagon Bar | Included | ||
| DC-6 Night Club | Included | ||
| El Botey Bar and Ice Cream Parlor | Included | ||
| El Cayuco Lobby Bar | Included | ||
| El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant | Included | ||
| Grill Restaurant | Included | ||
| Hatuey Pool Bar | Included | ||
| Il Forno Italian Restaurant | Included | ||
| Jambalaya | Included | ||
| Kabuki Japanese Restaurant | Included | ||
| La Coupole | Included | ||
| La Dorada | Included | ||
| Los Haitises Buffet Restaurant | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Siboney Beach Bar | Included | ||
| Star Café | Included | ||
| Star Rock American Restaurant | Included | ||
| Theater Bar | Included |
French Gourmet
Adults-only French gourmet restaurant. Classic preparations — escargots in garlic butter, shrimp thermidor. Reservation required, dress code enforced (no shorts for men, no flip-flops). The most formal dining option available. Worth booking for one evening if fine dining is a priority.
Signature dishes: Escargots in garlic and parsley butter sauce, Shrimp thermidor
Steakhouse
Premium beef cuts including Angus New York strip steak. A la carte, salad bar and sides. Smart-casual dress for men. Reservation required. Well-reviewed for meat quality relative to other resort steakhouses.
Signature dishes: Angus New York strip steak
Mediterranean, Seafood, Greek
Mediterranean and Greek seafood: sea bream in a salt crust, dolmades, taramosalata. Family-style service. Reservation required. Located in the lobby complex. One of the better specialty venues for guests who want lighter, fish-forward meals.
Signature dishes: Seafood, Shellfish, Sea bream in a salt crust, Dolmades, Taramosalata, Biftekia
Japanese
Teppanyaki cooking at the table plus a sushi and sashimi bar. Lively atmosphere — the teppanyaki performance makes it good for families with older kids. Reservation required.
Signature dishes: Teppanyaki dishes, Sushi (maki rolls and nigiri)
Cajun and Afro-American
Cajun and Afro-American cuisine, family-style service. Spiced and seasoned cooking not typically found at Caribbean resorts. Reservation required.
Signature dishes: Cajun and Afro-American dishes with unmistakable spices and seasonings
Italian
Outdoor location near the pool and beach. Traditional Italian pizza and pasta plus fish and meat options. Children's menu available. Reservation required. One of the more casual specialty venues — easier to get into than La Coupole or Brave Steakhouse.
Signature dishes: Traditional Italian pizza, Pasta, Appetizers, Fish, Meat, Children's menu (spaghetti, Margherita pizza, chicken Milanese)
Mexican
Tableside guacamole preparation is the signature touch. Fresh Mexican dishes in an outdoor beach-area setting. Reservation required.
Signature dishes: Tableside guacamole, Authentic Mexican flavors
Grilled Meats
Grilled meats available throughout the day near the pool. A la carte family-style dinner, reservation required. The most casual a la carte option. Good as a lunch fallback when the buffet crowds are heavy.
Signature dishes: Variety of grilled meats
American
Classic American menu — burgers, comfort food. Indoor setting. Smart-casual dress. Reservation required. A useful dinner option for groups who can't agree on cuisine style.
Signature dishes: Hamburgers
International
Main buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Broad international spread. The go-to for quick meals without reservation logistics.
Signature dishes: Global fares with themed menus
Café
Open around the clock for coffee, snacks, and light items. The most useful venue when the main restaurants have closed.
Bar Food, Snacks
Beachside bar for daytime drinks and refreshments. Included in the all-inclusive.
Signature dishes: Fries, Sandwiches
Bar
Main lobby bar for cocktails and evening drinks. Open late.
Bar, Ice Cream
Casual daytime bar with ice cream service. Consistently popular with families.
Bar
Poolside bar, walk-up access during daylight hours.
Bar
Mobile bar station for snacks and quick drinks around the resort grounds.
Bar
On-site nightclub. Active in peak season, quieter off-peak.
Bar
Bar adjacent to the nightly entertainment venue.
Varied
Available on request. Hours and menu scope vary — confirm at check-in.