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Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Dining Guide for Sandos Playacar All Inclusive

Nine restaurants and multiple bars. Le Gourmet (French, adults-only) and Fogo de Janeiro (rodizio) are the standout reservations — book both via the Sandos App at or before check-in. Gourmex (Mexican) and Asana (Indian/Asian) also require reservations and operate on rotating nights. Festival Grand Buffet handles all three meals for all guests.

23 Dining Venues
23 Included

Quick Reference

RestaurantMealsReservationsPricing
AsanaDinnerRequiredIncluded
Bambola BarMornings, Afternoons, EveningsWalk-inIncluded
Blue MoonLunch, SnacksWalk-inIncluded
ChayitaLunch, DinnerWalk-inIncluded
Cupcake CaféMornings, Afternoons, EveningsWalk-inIncluded
El GauchoBreakfast, DinnerRequiredIncluded
Festival Grand BuffetBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalk-inIncluded
Fogo de JaneiroDinnerRequiredIncluded
GourmexDinnerRequiredIncluded
Healthy BarMornings, AfternoonsWalk-inIncluded
Il PiemonteDinnerRequiredIncluded
IztapalapaBreakfast, Lunch, DinnerWalk-inIncluded
Iztapalapa BarMornings, AfternoonsWalk-inIncluded
La Plaza BarEveningsWalk-inIncluded
Le GourmetDinnerRequiredIncluded
Lite Teen ClubSnacks, DrinksWalk-inIncluded
Ocean SnackBreakfast, LunchRequiredIncluded
Premium Club Lobby / Lobby Bar RivieraMornings, Afternoons, EveningsWalk-inIncluded
Riviera BlueLunch, DrinksWalk-inIncluded
Riviera Grand BuffetBreakfastWalk-inIncluded
Room Service24 hoursWalk-inIncluded
Swim-Up Bar (Family Pool)Mornings, AfternoonsWalk-inIncluded
Swim-Up Bar (Select Club Adults Only Pool)Mornings, AfternoonsWalk-inIncluded

Included Dining

Le Gourmet

Included

French Gourmet Cuisine

Adults-only French à la carte dinner. The most refined dining on the property — onion soup, French-style chicken, crème brûlée in an elegant indoor setting. Reservation required via Sandos App. Smart casual. Dinner only, 6–10:30 PM.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor6:00 PM - 10:30 PMÀ la carteReservations requiredAdults Only
Dinner

Signature dishes: Onion soup, French-style chicken, Crème brûlée

Fogo de Janeiro

Included

Brazilian Rodizio (Steakhouse)

Brazilian rodizio-style dinner where servers circulate with skewers of fire-roasted meats until you signal stop. Side buffet included. Reservation required. Smart casual. Select nights only — confirm schedule at check-in.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor6:00 PM - 10:30 PM (on select days)Rodizio-style with a buffet for side dishesReservations required
Dinner

Signature dishes: Skewers of juicy and flavorful cuts of steak, pork, sausages

Gourmex

Included

Mexican (contemporary twists on Mexican classics)

Contemporary Mexican à la carte with tableside guacamole service and chef-prepared tacos. Available Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday evenings. Reservation required via app. Smart casual. Walk-in availability is rare — book in advance.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor6:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday)À la carteReservations required
Dinner

Signature dishes: Tableside guacamole service, Delicious tacos

El Gaucho

Included

Argentinian Steakhouse

Argentinian steakhouse serving both breakfast and à la carte dinner. Empanadas, fresh pasta, pizza, and various beef dishes. Reservation required. Smart casual.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoorBreakfast: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM; Dinner: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMÀ la carteReservations required
BreakfastDinner

Signature dishes: Argentinian empanadas, Pasta, Pizza, Various beef dishes

Asana

Included

Indian / Asian / Oriental

Indian/Asian/Oriental à la carte dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Spring rolls, ramen, and rice noodles with chicken and shrimp. Reservation required via app. Smart casual.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday)À la carteReservations required
Dinner

Signature dishes: Spring rolls, Ramen, Rice noodles with chicken and shrimp

Il Piemonte

Included

Italian

Italian à la carte dinner — classic and contemporary pasta in an elegant indoor setting. Thursday through Sunday (closed Tuesdays). Reservation required. Smart casual.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; closed Tuesdays)À la carteReservations required
Dinner

Signature dishes: Flavorful pastas

Festival Grand Buffet

Included

International Buffet

Main all-ages international buffet for all three meals (breakfast 7 AM, lunch 12 PM, dinner 6 PM). Walk-in. Casual. The reliable option when specialty restaurant reservations aren't available.

Dress code: CasualIndoorBreakfast: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Lunch: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Dinner: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PMBuffetNo reservations needed
BreakfastLunchDinner

Signature dishes: Wide variety of dishes from around the world

Iztapalapa

Included

Mexican / Snack

Mexican and snack poolside buffet open all three meals. Walk-in. Casual. The most convenient option for guests who don't want to change out of swimwear for lunch.

Dress code: CasualPoolsideBreakfast: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Lunch: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Dinner: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Daily)BuffetNo reservations needed
BreakfastLunchDinner

Riviera Grand Buffet

Included

International Cuisine

Breakfast-only international buffet. Walk-in. Casual.

Dress code: Casual7:00 AM - 11:00 AMBuffetNo reservations needed
Breakfast

Chayita

Included

Casual Mexican Cuisine (burritos, tacos, salads)

Casual Mexican grill open noon to midnight on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Burritos, tacos, salads, and a crepe station. Walk-in. Smart casual. The best late-evening food option outside of room service.

Dress code: Smart casual12:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday)À la carte / GrillNo reservations needed
LunchDinner

Signature dishes: Burritos, Tacos, Salads, Crepe station

Blue Moon

Included

Casual Cuisine and Snacks / Traditional beach food

Beachfront lunch restaurant with innovative bagel menu — including dessert bagels — and casual beach food. Swimwear allowed. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday noon to 5 PM. Walk-in.

Dress code: Casual (Swimwear allowed)Beachfront12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday)À la carte / Snack menuNo reservations needed
LunchSnacks

Signature dishes: Traditional beach food, Innovative bagel recipes, Dessert bagels

Ocean Snack

Included

Snack Bar

Beachfront snack bar 10 AM–5 PM daily. Select Club Adults Only guests get an exclusive à la carte breakfast here via app reservation — the most useful Select Club dining perk.

Dress code: Casual (No wet clothes allowed)Beachfront, near the pool10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Daily)Snack bar menuReservations requiredSelect Club Adults Only (Breakfast)
BreakfastLunch

Cupcake Café

Included

Coffee shop with desserts, sandwiches, and wraps

Coffee shop with gourmet cupcakes, sandwiches, brownies, muffins, and wraps. Open 7 AM–11 PM. Walk-in with Wi-Fi available. The best coffee and light snack option on the property.

Dress code: CasualIndoor and outdoor, with WiFi7:00 AM - 11:00 PMCafé menuNo reservations needed
MorningsAfternoonsEvenings

Signature dishes: Cupcakes, Desserts, Sandwiches, Coffees, Wraps, Cookies, Brownies, Muffins

Room Service

Included

International

24-hour à la carte room service included. Specialty burritos from Chayita are on the menu — reliable late-night option.

Dress code: Casual (in-room)In-room/suiteDaily, 24 hoursÀ la carte menuNo reservations needed
24 hours

Signature dishes: Burritos

Iztapalapa Bar

Included

Bar (drinks and snacks)

Select Club Adults Only swim-up bar at the adults-only pool. Tropical cocktails and local drinks. 10 AM–6 PM.

Dress code: Swimsuit requiredSwim-up (Select Club pool)10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Daily)Bar menu (local drinks, tropical cocktails)No reservations neededSelect Club Adults Only guests
MorningsAfternoons

Bambola Bar

Included

Bar

Adjacent to the theater. Full bar for pre/post-show drinks. 10 AM–1 AM. Smart casual.

Dress code: Smart casualNear the theater10:00 AM - 1:00 AMBar menuNo reservations needed
MorningsAfternoonsEvenings

Premium Club Lobby / Lobby Bar Riviera

Included

Lounge Bar (coffee & drinks)

Elegant lobby lounge bar — domestic brand drinks and coffee from 8 AM to midnight. Smart casual. The quietest daytime indoor drinking option.

Dress code: Smart casualIndoor lounge area8:00 AM - 12:00 AMBar menu (domestic brands, coffee)No reservations needed
MorningsAfternoonsEvenings

Riviera Blue

Included

Pool Snack Bar / Bar

Select Club Adults Only poolside bar with snacks and light lunch. 10 AM–6 PM. Casual beachwear allowed.

Dress code: Casual (Beachwear allowed)Poolside, open airBar: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Lunch: 12:30 PM - 4:00 PMBar menu (drinks, snacks, juice)No reservations neededExclusive for the guests of the Select Club Adults Only section
LunchDrinks

Swim-Up Bar (Family Pool)

Included

Bar (drinks)

Beverages without leaving the family pool. 10 AM–6 PM. Walk-in.

Dress code: Swimsuit requiredSwim-up10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Daily)Bar menuNo reservations needed
MorningsAfternoons

Swim-Up Bar (Select Club Adults Only Pool)

Included

Bar (drinks)

Premium cocktails and liqueurs at the adults-only pool bar. 10 AM–6 PM. Select Club access required.

Dress code: Swimsuit requiredSwim-up10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Daily)Bar menu (premium liqueur)No reservations neededAdults Only
MorningsAfternoons

La Plaza Bar

Included

Outdoor Bar (drinks & cocktails)

Outdoor evening bar for cocktails and entertainment. 7–11 PM. Casual.

Dress code: CasualOutdoor7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Evenings)Bar menuNo reservations needed
Evenings

Healthy Bar

Included

Juice Bar / Healthy Drinks

Fresh juices and healthy drinks. 10 AM–6 PM. Walk-in. Casual.

Dress code: Casual10:00 AM - 6:00 PMBar menu (juice)No reservations needed
MorningsAfternoons

Lite Teen Club

Included

Arcade with Soda Bar

Arcade soda bar for guests aged 13–17 only. Noon–11 PM. Snacks and soft drinks.

Dress code: CasualIndoor (arcade space)12:00 PM - 11:00 PMSoda bar, snacksNo reservations needed13-17 years old
SnacksDrinks

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