Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Mexico
Rating8.2Adults OnlyRating8.3Adults OnlyImpression guests access 14 dining venues spread across both Impression and the adjacent Secrets Moxché. Three restaurants — Teodoro, Cielo Impression Rooftop, and Seaside Beach Club — are Impression-only. No reservations required at most venues, but Teodoro (the tasting menu) and Suki's Teppanyaki tables both require advance booking — do this through your butler on arrival day. Dress codes are enforced: long pants required for men at most evening venues.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allora | Included | ||
| Bamboo | Included | ||
| Barefoot Grill | Included | ||
| Bisou | Included | ||
| Cielo Impression Rooftop | Included | ||
| Coco Café | Included | ||
| Dark Horse Sports Bar | Included | ||
| Dos Almas | Included | ||
| Ember | Included | ||
| Gypsy Club | Included | ||
| Impression Lobby Bar | Included | ||
| Mantarray Pool Bar | Included | ||
| Market Café | Included | ||
| Moxché Lobby Bar | Included | ||
| Moxché Theatre Bar | Included | ||
| Observatory Preferred Rooftop | Included | ||
| Revive Spa Bar | Included | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Seaside Beach Club | Included | ||
| Seasoul | Included | ||
| Sugar Reef | Included | ||
| Suki | Included | ||
| Teodoro | Additional charge | ||
| The Cove Bar | Included |
French Cuisine
French à la carte dinner venue, AAA Four Diamond rated. The Beef Wellington is the item guests mention most. Indoor, casual elegance dress code — long pants and collared shirts for men. Walk-in friendly on most nights, but ask your butler about quieter evenings.
Signature dishes: Beef Wellington
International / Various cuisine specialties
Impression-exclusive open-air rooftop restaurant with views of the property. Serves both lunch (smashburgers, lobster rolls, octopus) and dinner with a more formal menu. The best spot on property to catch the sunset with a cocktail. No reservation needed.
Signature dishes: Smashburger, Lobster roll, Octopus (for lunch)
Seafood / Grill
Impression-exclusive beachfront restaurant open for all three meals. Breakfast highlights are the açai bowls and a roving pastry and doughnut cart that makes rounds in the morning. Dinner shifts to seafood and grill. Casual dress at breakfast and lunch; cover-ups required over swimwear.
Signature dishes: Açai bowls, Veggie omelets, Roving pastry and doughnut cart
Italian
Italian à la carte dinner restaurant with a private wine cellar room for more intimate bookings — worth requesting for a special evening. Contemporary twists on classic Italian dishes. Long pants required for men; no flip-flops.
Southeast Asian
Southeast Asian à la carte venue on an over-water terrace, open for lunch and dinner. Dedicated plant-based menu available alongside the main menu — a genuine option, not an afterthought. Casual elegance.
Fresh Seafood
Open-air beachside seafood restaurant at Moxché, accessible to Impression guests, open for lunch and dinner. Best for ceviches, tostadas, and fish tacos. The most casual fine dining option on the beach.
Signature dishes: Ceviches, Tostadas, Salads, Tacos
Steakhouse / Grill
Indoor steakhouse focused on open-fire grill and smokehouse preparations. Dinner only, long pants required for men. The right call on a night when you want something straightforward and meaty.
Signature dishes: Mouthwatering steaks
Authentic Mexican
Authentic Mexican dinner restaurant with a tasting bar concept: 7-course taco experience featuring gourmet fillings like lobster, pork belly, and short ribs, with included Tequila and Mezcal pairings. One of the most distinctive dining formats on the property. Long pants required for men.
Signature dishes: 7-course taco experience (lobster, pork belly, short ribs), Tequila/Mezcal tastings
Japanese / Pan-Asian
Japanese and Pan-Asian à la carte dinner venue with a sushi bar and Teppanyaki tables. Reservations required specifically for Teppanyaki and the Tanoshii Omakase sushi experience — ask your butler on day one. Long pants required for men.
Signature dishes: Tanoshii Omakase sushi bar
International Buffet
Main international buffet for breakfast and lunch with live cooking stations. Custom crepes, omelets, waffles, and a smoothie station. Avocado toast station is consistently mentioned in guest reviews. Casual dress; men need shirts with sleeves (no sleeveless).
Signature dishes: Fresh smoothie station, Avocado toast station, Live cooking stations (crepes, omelets, waffles, taquitos)
Light Lunch Specialties / Casual American / Grill
Casual outdoor grill for lunch, swim attire accepted. Light American-style grill fare — burgers, sandwiches, fries. Good for a quick bite without having to change out of your swimsuit.
Signature dishes: Light lunch options
Coffee & Snack Bar
Open 24 hours. The only food venue available in the middle of the night. Coffee, juices, snacks, and light bites. Useful for early morning pre-excursion coffee or a late-night snack.
Signature dishes: Local brews, Snacks, Light bites
Bar / Lounge
Exclusive to Impression guests. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and desserts throughout the day. Good pre-dinner aperitif spot and more refined than the shared pool bars.
Signature dishes: Beautifully presented snacks, sandwiches, and desserts
Bar / Lobby Bar
Shared lobby bar at the adjacent Secrets Moxché, accessible to Impression guests. Useful for cocktails when heading to or from Moxché's dining venues.
Bar / Sports Bar
Catch all the action at Dark Horse Sports Bar, a lively venue serving tropical cocktails from evening until late. Beyond the drinks, guests can enjoy a golf simulator and foosball tables, making it the perfect casual spot to unwind, play games, and socialize.
Music Lounge Bar / Speakeasy Nightclub
Discover the hidden Gypsy Club, a speakeasy-style music lounge bar offering an exclusive late-night experience (password required). Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and a wide selection of drinks in this unique indoor setting. It’s the perfect spot for those looking for an exciting and intimate nightlife experience.
International / Bar
The Observatory Preferred Rooftop, exclusive to Impression and Preferred Club guests, offers stunning ocean views alongside international cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Enjoy refreshing drinks from the bar starting at 10:00 AM, making it a perfect spot for elevated daytime dining and relaxation with panoramic vistas.
Bar / Pool & Beach Bar / Swim-Up Bar
Sugar Reef is a lively pool and beach bar, offering refreshing signature cocktails in a vibrant outdoor setting. Guests can enjoy a swim-up bar experience or relax poolside and beachfront. The atmosphere is often enhanced by musicians playing in the afternoon, adding to the resort's energetic vibe.
Bar / Swim-Up Bar
Located conveniently in the pool area, Mantarray Pool Bar offers a classic swim-up bar experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of refreshing cocktails and beverages without ever leaving the water. It’s the perfect spot for a cool drink on a sunny day.
Bar / Interior Beach Pool Bar
Situated by the serene lagoon pool, The Cove Bar offers a relaxed outdoor setting for enjoying tropical cocktails and refreshing drinks. This interior beach pool bar provides a tranquil escape where guests can unwind and sip their favorite beverages in a beautiful, naturalistic environment.
Theatre Bar
Enhance your evening entertainment experience at the Moxché Theatre Bar, offering a selection of cocktails and beverages during nightly shows. Conveniently located within the theater, it ensures guests can enjoy a refreshing drink while taking in the resort's captivating performances.
Spa Bar
Located within the serene spa area, Revive Spa Bar offers a selection of healthy beverages and fresh juices. It's the perfect spot to rehydrate and refresh with nourishing drinks before or after a rejuvenating spa treatment.
Various
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour private in-suite dining with a diverse à la carte menu, bringing gourmet meals directly to your room. Complementing this, each suite features a continuously replenished rolling bar and full-sized fridge stocked with premium beverages, including wine and champagne.
Signature dishes: Continuously replenished in-room rolling bar, Full-sized fridge with natural fruit juices, water, sodas, and full bottles of wine and champagne
Mexican Fusion / Fine Dining
Mexican fusion fine dining presented as a 7-course chef's table tasting menu, with optional wine pairings. This is the property's flagship restaurant and carries an AAA Five Diamond award — one of very few at any all-inclusive. Surcharge applies (not included in base rate). Reservations essential; book through your butler as soon as you check in. Formal dress required.
Signature dishes: Masterfully chosen wine pairings