Rating8.0Rating8.0Adults OnlyRating8.239 dining and drinking venues total, but the practical specialty restaurant rotation runs through 8–10 dinner venues. Passion by Martín Berasategui and Sal Steak Cave are the priority reservations. Family Concierge guests get priority booking for some venues. Book your full-week rotation on arrival day. The main buffet quality is solid; adults-preferred areas have quieter dining environments.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bana (Family) | Included | ||
| Blue Agave Bar | Included | ||
| Blue Agave Taqueria | Included | ||
| Cappella | Included | ||
| Cielo | Included | ||
| Flora | Included | ||
| Fuego | Included | ||
| Gabi Club | Included | ||
| Hadar | Included | ||
| Havana Bar | Included | ||
| Hydro Grill | Included | ||
| Kanna Bar | Included | ||
| Kanna Beach / Cocos Bar | Included | ||
| La Palapa | Included | ||
| Lemon Fish | Included | ||
| M Bar | Included | ||
| Mole | Included | ||
| Naos | Included | ||
| Nespresso Corner | Included | ||
| North Avenue Bar | Included | ||
| Olio | Included | ||
| Passion by Martin Berasategui | Additional charge | ||
| Red Lounge | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Sal Steak Cave | Additional charge | ||
| Santé | Included | ||
| Smoothie Bar | Included | ||
| South Avenue Bar | Included | ||
| Sunrise Grill | Included | ||
| Sunset Grill (Fahrenheit) | Included | ||
| Swim-up Bar | Included | ||
| The Grill | Included | ||
| The Lunch Box | Included | ||
| The Market | Included | ||
| The Winery | Additional charge | ||
| Toji | Included | ||
| Tokimeku (Adults Only Bana) | Included | ||
| Twel12vet | Included | ||
| Vento | Included |
Latin Fusion and Raw Bar
Open-fire grill restaurant — steaks and grilled proteins. A reliably strong dinner option. Reservation required.
Signature dishes: Spicy ceviche, Raw bar items
Latin-Fusion and Ceviche Bar
Seafood restaurant. Ceviche and fresh fish preparations. Dinner, reservation required. Good counterpoint to the steakhouse-heavy rotation.
Signature dishes: Latin-fusion cuisine, Amazing ceviche bar
Italian-Argentine Grill
Casual grill for daytime and early evening. More accessible than the specialty steakhouse options — useful when Fuego and Sal Steak Cave are fully booked.
Signature dishes: Selection of natural salads, Wood-fired pizzas
International
Open-air restaurant serving Mexican and international cuisine. The most relaxed dinner setting — beach-adjacent, accessible. Lunch and dinner service.
Signature dishes: Exquisite international dishes
Asian Fusion, Teppanyaki, Sushi Bar
Japanese-Latin fusion in the adults-preferred section. This venue is specifically for non-family guests — a practical option for adults who want a quieter dinner environment.
Signature dishes: Sushi, Teppanyaki
International Buffet
Mediterranean restaurant. Lighter preparations, good wine list. Dinner, reservation required.
Signature dishes: Delicious international buffet meals, Freshly squeezed fruit juice
International
An exclusive adults-only a la carte restaurant for The Reserve guests, Santé offers international cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Dine in a chilled, stylish ambiance on an outdoor terrace with pool views, celebrated for its quality with a Wine Spectator Award for Excellence.
Signature dishes: International cuisine
Grill / Snack Bar
An exclusive casual grill for adult Royal Service guests, offering a la carte options for a relaxed poolside lunch. Enjoy delicious bites and refreshing beverages without leaving the comfort of the pool area.
Snack Bar & Grill (Mexican specialties)
An adults-only poolside snack bar and grill at La Perla, offering delicious snacks, sandwiches, and aperitifs with a Mexican flair. Perfect for a casual lunch, Fahrenheit provides refreshing bites to enjoy while lounging by the main pool.
Signature dishes: Snacks with a Mexican touch, Sandwiches, Aperitifs
Oriental Mediterranean (Turkey, Morocco, Greece, Lebanon)
Embark on a culinary journey across the Oriental Mediterranean at Vento, offering a la carte dishes inspired by Turkey, Morocco, Greece, and Lebanon. Enjoy a delightful dinner experience in an air-conditioned setting or on the outdoor terrace, recognized with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
Signature dishes: Mediterranean-inspired dishes
Asian Fusion, Sushi, Teppanyaki
A family-friendly Asian Fusion restaurant offering a diverse menu with something for everyone, including delicious sushi and interactive Teppanyaki tables. Children are welcome until 8:00 PM to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and unique Japanese Tatami mat seating, while the sushi bar offers an adults-only space.
Signature dishes: Variety of sushi dishes, Teppanyaki
Contemporary Mexican
Celebrate the rich flavors of Mexico at Mole, offering a contemporary take on traditional Mexican cuisine. Enjoy an a la carte dinner featuring authentic tastes and a captivating 'Live' quesadilla area, all within a welcoming atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating options.
Signature dishes: Authentic contemporary Mexican cuisine, 'Live' quesadilla area 'Tres Marías' style
Italian (Rustic)
Indulge in the authentic flavors of fine rustic Italian cuisine at Cappella, a charming trattoria perfect for a family dinner. Enjoy traditional a la carte dishes in an air-conditioned indoor setting, with a private party room available for special occasions.
Signature dishes: Fine rustic Italian cuisine
Italian Trattoria / Bistro
A versatile Italian Trattoria and Bistro, Olio serves a la carte traditional Italian cuisine with fresh pasta, succulent meats, and aromatic pizzas. While breakfast and lunch are exclusive for Family Concierge guests, everyone can enjoy a delightful bistro dinner by the poolside.
Signature dishes: Traditional Italian flavors, Pasta, Juicy cuts of meat, Aromatic pizzas
Contemporary Mexican
Savor contemporary Mexican cuisine in a vibrant setting, offering both garden-facing terrace and indoor seating. Cielo highlights a special show-cooking quesadilla area, providing delicious and interactive dining experiences for lunch and dinner.
Signature dishes: Contemporary Mexican cuisine, Show-cooking quesadilla area
Caribbean-Fusion / Seafood
Nestled amidst lush gardens, Flora offers a classy space to enjoy Caribbean-Fusion and seafood dishes. Committed to local and organic ingredients, the menu celebrates Mexican culinary culture with a focus on fresh, flavorful seafood in an a la carte format.
Signature dishes: Seafood dishes with local and organic ingredients, Mexican culinary culture
Rodizio Grill / American BBQ
A family-friendly outdoor terrace restaurant featuring a lively Rodizio grill and authentic American BBQ. Enjoy a mouth-watering selection of natural salads and fresh wood-fired pizzas, perfect for a casual dinner. It also serves as a late-night snack bar.
Signature dishes: Mouth-watering selection of Paradisus natural salads, American BBQ
Mexican (Tacos, American Style BBQ)
A vibrant, family-friendly taqueria offering delicious tacos for lunch and an American-style BBQ experience for dinner. This venue transforms into a convenient late-night snack bar, providing casual and flavorful options throughout the day and evening.
Signature dishes: Tacos, American style BBQ
International Buffet
Naos offers a dynamic international buffet experience for all guests, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, extending to late night. Enjoy a vast array of international dishes with exciting show cooking stations, perfect for families and varied tastes.
Signature dishes: International dishes prepared in front of you
International Street Food (Latino-Mexican flair)
Exclusively for Family Concierge guests, The Lunch Box offers a delightful a la carte menu inspired by international street food with a distinctive Latino-Mexican flair. Enjoy smoky breakfast and lunch dishes in casual outdoor areas with pool views.
Signature dishes: Smoky Latino-Mexican breakfast or lunch, Santa Monica and Venice Beach street food inspiration
International, Seafood, Snacks
Embrace the laid-back yet chic ambiance of Gabi Club, an open-air beachfront lounge and restaurant serving international and seafood delights. Perfect for lunch and dinner, it offers delicious fish and chips and fresh seafood specialties for a truly relaxing dining experience.
Signature dishes: Fish and chips, Seafood specialties
Snack Bar & Grill (Mexican touch)
Located at La Esmeralda's main pool, Sunrise Grill offers a family-friendly spot for quick and tasty lunch options. Enjoy a variety of snacks, sandwiches, and aperitifs with a delightful Mexican touch in an informal poolside setting.
Signature dishes: Snacks with a Mexican touch, Sandwiches, Aperitifs
Coffee shop, pastries, snacks
Satisfy your cravings anytime at the 24-hour Nespresso Corner, offering a wide selection of gourmet coffee drinks, pastries, and savory snacks. Whether you need a morning espresso, a mid-day panini, or a late-night treat, this cozy spot has you covered.
Signature dishes: Espresso, Latte, Ham and cheese sandwiches, Croissants, Banana bread
Martini & Wine Bar
A sophisticated adults-only martini and wine bar, M Bar is the perfect spot for pre-dinner cocktails or post-dinner drinks. Indulge in an exclusive selection of theme martinis and fine wines in a chic indoor lounge setting.
Signature dishes: Specialty martinis
Tequila & Mezcal Bar
Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of Mexico at this intimate adults-only tequila and mezcal bar. Blue Agave Bar offers an extensive selection of traditional spirits and contemporary Mexican cocktails, ideal for a vibrant pre-dinner experience.
Signature dishes: Tequila and mezcal specialties, Contemporary Mexican cocktails
Sake Bar, Mixology
A casual sake bar offering a unique selection of traditional hot and cold sakes, infusions, and creative mixology. Toji is the perfect spot to unwind with an exotic drink while anticipating dinner at the Bana restaurant.
Signature dishes: Sake and creative mixology
Lounge bar, cocktails
Experience a vibrant and sophisticated adults-only ambiance at Red Lounge, designed for post-dinner drinks and lively conversation. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in a chic lounge setting with a distinctly sexy vibe.
Bar menu, cocktails
An adults-only outdoor bar providing a modern and sophisticated backdrop for enjoying well-crafted cocktails throughout the day and evening. Relax in this chic roofed outdoor space with an extensive drinks menu.
Beach bar, cocktails
Exclusive to The Reserve guests, Havana Bar is a chic adults-only beach bar offering a relaxing escape. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and a laid-back vibe directly on the sand, perfect for a sunny day by the sea.
Bar menu, cocktails
A modern and sophisticated open-air bar offering a relaxed setting for everyone to enjoy cocktails and exotic beverages. Settle into comfortable long sofas and soak in the vibrant daytime or evening atmosphere.
Beach bar, tropical cocktails, local snacks
Experience the quintessential beach vibe at Kanna Beach / Cocos Bar, serving up tropical cocktails and typical local snacks directly on the beachfront. It's a casual and lively spot for everyone to enjoy the sun and sea.
Signature dishes: Coconut, Tropical cocktails, Typical local snacks
Bar, cocktails
Enjoy refreshing cocktails and breathtaking views of the sea and sunset at Kanna Bar. This casual spot is perfect for unwinding at any time of day, offering a serene backdrop to your vacation.
Smoothies, milkshakes
Refresh yourself with delicious fresh fruit smoothies and creamy milkshakes at the Smoothie Bar, set against the stunning backdrop of the sea. A healthy and delightful treat for all ages during the day.
Signature dishes: Fresh fruit smoothies, Milkshakes
Bar menu, tropical cocktails
Stay refreshed without leaving the pool at the resort's various swim-up bars, serving tropical cocktails, margaritas, and other refreshing beverages. Perfect for cooling off and enjoying the vibrant poolside atmosphere across La Perla, La Esmeralda, Royal Service, and Family Concierge pools.
Signature dishes: Tropical cocktails, Margaritas
Artisanal ice cream
Treat yourself to exquisite artisanal ice cream at Twel12vet, focusing on high-quality ingredients and creative flavors. This delightful ice cream parlor offers a sweet escape for guests of all ages.
Signature dishes: Artisanal ice cream with creative flavors
International (Limited menu, International, American, Pizza, Steakhouse cuisine mentioned across the resort)
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service, offering a limited menu of international dishes, American favorites, pizza, and steakhouse options. While included in the all-inclusive, a $5 USD service charge applies per delivery for Paradisus Playa del Carmen guests, waived for Royal Service and Family Concierge.
Signature (Basque-French)
Michelin-starred chef's resort concept — Basque-influenced fine dining. The most prestigious dinner experience on the property. Book this immediately at check-in. Family Concierge and adults-preferred guests compete for the same seats.
Signature dishes: Award-winning signature cuisine, 10-course tasting menu
Steakhouse (Josper, Rodizio, Argentine, American style)
Steakhouse in cave-like setting with Himalayan salt presentations. Dry-aged cuts and specialty preparations. Dinner, reservation required.
Signature dishes: Seasoned cuts of the best grilled meats
Wine and Champagne tasting
Indulge in an exclusive adults-only wine and champagne tasting experience, offering a curated selection of exquisite labels. Perfect for connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike, it's an ideal pre- or post-dinner activity for an additional charge.
Signature dishes: Wine, Champagne