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Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana Wave - A Karisma All-Inclusive Experience For All by Hilton

Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Dining Guide for Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana Wave - A Karisma All-Inclusive Experience For All by Hilton

10+ dining and bar venues under the Gourmet Inclusive program. Make dinner reservations immediately upon arrival — JWB Steakhouse and Frank & Lola's fill the fastest. Mon So Wi and KOS alternate nights. The Boathouse is the main buffet for all three meals. LandShark Brewery runs food 11:30 AM–10 PM with bar service until 1 AM.

20 Dining Venues

19 Included

1 Specialty

Quick Reference

Restaurant	Meals	Reservations	Pricing
A-LAM-BIK	Dinner	Required	Additional charge
Barefoot Grill	Snacks, Drinks Throughout Day, Evening Bites	Walk-in	Included
Cheeseburger in Paradise	Snacks, Lunch	Walk-in	Included
Compass	Evening	Walk-in	Included
Five o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Swim Up Bar	Drinks All Day	Walk-in	Included
Frank & Lola's	Dinner	Required	Included
Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions	Breakfast, Snacks, All Day	Walk-in	Included
JWB Steakhouse	Dinner	Required	Included
KOS	Dinner	Walk-in	Included
La Taverna	Lunch, Snacks	Walk-in	Included
LandShark Brewery & Grill	Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
Mon So Wi	Dinner	Walk-in	Included
Punch Bar & Lounge	Drinks All Day, Evening	Walk-in	Included
Room Service	24 Hours	Walk-in	Included
Rum Runners	Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
S.O.S. Swim Up Bar (Stranded on a Sand Bar)	Drinks All Day	Walk-in	Included
Salty Rim Swim-Up Bar	Drinks All Day	Walk-in	Included
Splash	Drinks All Day	Walk-in	Included
The Boathouse	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner	Walk-in	Included
Tonic Bar	Evening	Walk-in	Included

Included Dining

JWB Steakhouse

Included

Steakhouse

Included, reservation required. Prime steaks grilled to order, fresh local seafood, sushi, and raw bar. Showcase bar setting, smart casual dress. Book on arrival day — fills fastest of the included dinner venues.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor with a showcase bar6:00 PM - 10:00 PMA la carteReservations required

Dinner

Signature dishes: Prime steaks, Fresh local seafood, Sushi, Raw bar selections

Frank & Lola's

Included

Italian Trattoria

Included, reservation required. House-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, locally sourced seafood, and prosciutto from Parma in an open-kitchen trattoria format. Smart casual dress, indoor and al fresco seating. Book alongside JWB on arrival day.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor with open-kitchen concept, al fresco dining5:30 PM - 10:00 PMA la carteReservations required

Dinner

Signature dishes: Fresh pasta, Wood-burning oven pizza, Locally sourced seafood, Prosciutto straight from Parma

Mon So Wi

Included

Pan-Asian

Included. Pan-Asian street food and off-the-wok dishes. Opens on alternating nights with KOS — check the schedule at check-in. Lively atmosphere with indoor/outdoor seating. Smart casual.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor/Outdoor6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (open on alternating days with KOS)A la carteNo reservations needed

Dinner

Signature dishes: Pan-Asian street food-inspired bites, Off-the-wok offerings

KOS

Included

Mediterranean

Included. Mediterranean a la carte dinner. Opens on alternating nights with Mon So Wi. Fresh, lighter option compared to the steakhouse. Indoor.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (open on alternating days with Mon So Wi)A la carteNo reservations needed

Dinner

The Boathouse

Included

International

Included, no reservation required. The main international buffet with live cooking stations and all-day dining. Nightly themed dinner experiences. The reliable fallback when specialty restaurants are full.

Dress code: Casual to Smart CasualIndoor & outdoor7:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Breakfast), All-Day Dining & Dinner Experiences (Lunch & Dinner)Buffet with live stationsNo reservations needed

BreakfastLunchDinner

Signature dishes: Inventive culinary creations, Wide array of food stations, Local and international specialties

LandShark Brewery & Grill

Included

Grill & Brewery

Included, no reservation required. The only LandShark brewery outside the US. Smokehouse classics, LandShark burgers, fish tacos, and house-brewed lager. Food 11:30 AM–10 PM, bar until 1 AM. Two outdoor terraces. Copa Cerveza award winner.

Dress code: CasualIndoor & outdoor (two terraces)Restaurant: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM, Bar Service/Entertainment: until 1:00 AMA la carte, brewery menuNo reservations needed

LunchDinner

Signature dishes: LandShark Lager (brewed on-site), Smokehouse specialties, LandShark burgers, Fish tacos

Copa Cerveza Award winning banner

Rum Runners

Included

Dominican/Caribbean

Included, no reservation required. Dominican and Caribbean a la carte with Jamaican oxtail, Cajun seafood bowl, plantain cups with shredded beef, and over 60 rum varieties. Adults-only access only — Wave guests can visit this Hammock-section venue.

Dress code: CasualPoolside, Beach ClubLunch until late eveningA la carte (with small lunch buffet)No reservations neededAdults Only (18+)

LunchDinner

Signature dishes: Over 60 kinds of rum, Jamaican Oxtail, Cajun Seafood Bowl, Rum Pudding, Plantain cups with shredded beef

La Taverna

Included

Beach Club & Grill

Included. Poolside beach club and grill with fresh raw and cold bar preparations served live. Daytime setting with ocean views.

Dress code: CasualOutdoor, poolside overlooking oceanDaytimeA la carte with live raw and cold bar preparationsNo reservations needed

LunchSnacks

Signature dishes: Fresh raw and cold bar offerings

Barefoot Grill

Included

Beachside Grill

Located just off the beach, Barefoot Grill offers simple yet delightful creations fresh off the grill. It's the perfect spot for casual beachside bites, refreshing drinks throughout the day, and a relaxed ambiance that truly comes alive in the evening.

Dress code: CasualBeachsideDaytime until EveningA la carte, grill offeringsNo reservations needed

SnacksDrinks Throughout DayEvening Bites

Signature dishes: Fresh off the grill creations

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Included

American

Embrace the laid-back island vibe at Cheeseburger in Paradise, a quintessential beach shack serving up classic American comfort food. This family-friendly spot is perfect for quick bites and delicious burgers right on the sand.

Dress code: CasualBeachDaytimeSnack shack menuNo reservations needed

SnacksLunch

Signature dishes: Cheeseburger in Paradise

Punch Bar & Lounge

Included

Bar & Lounge

The Punch Bar & Lounge is a vibrant gathering spot in the Gourmet Village, offering creative cocktails, local brews, and live music every night. It's the perfect open-air escape for pre-dinner drinks or a lively evening under the stars, overlooking the pool and ocean.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoor & outdoor (open-air lounge)Open until late (hosts live music nightly)Bar menuNo reservations needed

Drinks All DayEvening

Signature dishes: Masterfully prepared pre-dinner cocktails, Local brews

Tonic Bar

Included

Lobby & Piano Bar

Discover sophisticated sips at Tonic Bar, a chic lobby and piano bar specializing in a diverse selection of gin and gin-based cocktails. This elegant setting provides a relaxing backdrop for evening conversations and expertly crafted beverages.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoorAfternoon until late eveningBar menuNo reservations needed

Evening

Signature dishes: Diverse selection of gin and gin-based cocktails

Compass

Included

Gin Bar

Navigate to Compass, the dedicated gin bar located in the Wave section lobby, renowned for its innovative gin-inspired concoctions. Experience what many rave about as the 'best gin and tonic' in a stylish and inviting atmosphere perfect for evening unwinding.

Dress code: Smart CasualIndoorEveningBar menuNo reservations needed

Evening

Signature dishes: Gin-inspired concoctions, Best gin and tonic

Five o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Swim Up Bar

Included

Bar

It's always five o'clock at this iconic swim-up bar, offering world-famous Margaritaville margaritas, tropical cocktails, and cold beer. Situated in the adults-only Hammock section, it provides panoramic views of Juanillo Beach for a truly indulgent escape.

Dress code: CasualSwim-up, poolside with panoramic views10:00 AM - 7:00 PMBar menuNo reservations neededAdults Only (18+)

Drinks All Day

Signature dishes: World-famous Margaritaville margaritas, Tropical cocktails, Cold beer

S.O.S. Swim Up Bar (Stranded on a Sand Bar)

Included

Bar

Exclusively for Villa guests within the adults-only enclave, the S.O.S. Swim Up Bar offers fresh tropical concoctions in a luxurious setting with unique hanging beds. It's the perfect spot to feel 'stranded on a sand bar' with a refreshing drink in hand.

Dress code: CasualSwim-up, with hanging beds11:00 AM - 5:00 PMBar menuNo reservations neededAdults Only (18+)

Drinks All Day

Signature dishes: Fresh tropical concoctions

Salty Rim Swim-Up Bar

Included

Bar

Cool off and rehydrate at the Salty Rim Swim-Up Bar, conveniently located in the family-friendly Wave section. Offering a wide selection of refreshing in-pool and poolside beverages, it's a great spot to enjoy drinks without leaving the water.

Dress code: CasualSwim-up12:00 PM - 11:00 PMBar menuNo reservations needed

Drinks All Day

Signature dishes: Wide selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic options

Splash

Included

Swim-up Bar

Dive into refreshing fun at Splash, a lively swim-up bar offering a wide range of creative tropical cocktails, beers, and spirits. Enjoy invigorating drinks with panoramic views of Juanillo Beach, perfect for a day in the pool.

Dress code: CasualSwim-upDaytimeBar menuNo reservations needed

Drinks All Day

Signature dishes: Creative list of tropical cocktails

Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions

Included

Coffee Shop & Cafe

Joe Merchant's is your daily go-to for freshly brewed Dominican coffee, grab-and-go snacks, and delicious pastries. It also doubles as a unique provisioning center where you can customize your in-room minibar with a point system for ultimate convenience.

Dress code: CasualIndoor (cafe setting)8:00 AM - 10:00 PMCafe menu, grab-and-goNo reservations needed

BreakfastSnacksAll Day

Signature dishes: Freshly brewed Dominican coffee, Yogurt parfaits, Wide selection of minibar beverages and snacks

Room Service

Included

International

Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service, bringing a diverse international menu directly to your suite, with specialty swim-up room service also available during the day. While most items are included, premium selections like certain steaks and wines may incur an additional charge, and an 18% gratuity is applied.

Dress code: CasualIn-room, Swim-up room service24 hoursA la carteNo reservations needed

24 Hours

Signature dishes: Avocado toast, Fried cauliflower tacos, Quesadillas, Full breakfast, lunch, and dinner options

Specialty Dining

A-LAM-BIK

Extra cost

Chef-Designed Fine Dining

Extra cost, reservation required. Chef-designed fine dining with a resort-elegant dress code. The most formal and expensive dining option on the property. Worth one special night for guests who prioritize cuisine.

Dress code: Resort ElegantIndoor6:00 PM - 10:00 PMA la carte, chef-designedReservations requiredAdults Only (18+)

Dinner