Playa Esmeralda, Miches, Dominican Republic
Rating8.2Adults OnlyRating8.3Adults OnlyEleven dining options including six à la carte restaurants, a buffet, grill, and 24-hour café. Doña Altagracia — a Dominican cuisine restaurant — is the most distinctive concept on the property and worth prioritizing. No reservations required at most venues. Resort Elegant dress code enforced at Bordeaux; smart casual at other evening à la carte restaurants.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barefoot Grill | Included | ||
| Barracuda | Included | ||
| Beach Club | Included | ||
| Bordeaux | Included | ||
| Castaways | Included | ||
| Coco Café | Included | ||
| Doña Altagracia | Included | ||
| Manatees | Included | ||
| Market Café | Included | ||
| Meraki | Included | ||
| Piano Bar | Included | ||
| Portofino | Included | ||
| Romantic Dinner | Additional charge | ||
| Room Service | Included | ||
| Rosewater | Included | ||
| Seaside Grill | Included |
French Cuisine
French à la carte dinner. Indoor with outdoor seating option. The most formal restaurant at the property — long pants and collared shirts required for men, dress shoes required. Gourmet precision is the positioning.
Italian Cuisine
Italian à la carte dinner. Indoor with outdoor seating. Smart casual dress — slightly less formal than Bordeaux. Classic Italian menu.
Steakhouse
Steakhouse with premium cuts and grilled specialties. Dinner only, indoor with outdoor option. Smart casual dress.
Dominican Cuisine
Dominican Republic cuisine restaurant — the most distinctive concept at any Secrets property. À la carte traditional dishes. Indoors. Worth prioritizing on your first or second evening to experience genuine local flavors.
Mediterasian Cuisine
Pan-Asian with sushi bar and Teppanyaki tables. Teppanyaki requires reservations — book at check-in. Dinner only.
Grilled Specialties
Fresh seafood à la carte. Typically has the best execution consistency among the dinner options.
International buffet for all three meals. Live cooking stations. The main breakfast venue.
International Buffet
International buffet for all three meals. Live cooking stations. The main breakfast venue.
Light Lunch Specialties
Casual poolside grill. Swimwear fine. Quick lunch.
Signature dishes: Burgers, Hot Dogs
Latin-Caribbean
Enjoy vibrant Latin-Caribbean flavors and refreshing cocktails at the Beach Club, a relaxed seaside lounge. It offers a full menu for lunch, providing the perfect beachside dining experience.
Coffee & Snack Bar
24-hour coffee, ice cream, and pastries. The late-night snack option.
Pool & Beach Bar
Quench your thirst at Barracuda, the lively pool and beach bar, serving a refreshing array of ice-cold beers and handcrafted cocktails. It's the ideal spot to enjoy a drink without having to leave the sun and sand.
Swim-Up Bar
Stay cool and refreshed without leaving the pool at Manatees, the resort's convenient swim-up bar. Enjoy a wide selection of cocktails and beverages while soaking up the sun.
Common Area Bar
Unwind in the sophisticated ambiance of the Piano Bar, a common area bar offering an extensive menu of beverages. It's a perfect indoor setting for a relaxed evening drink, perhaps accompanied by live music.
Varied Menu
Enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service, delivering a diverse à la carte menu directly to your suite. Perfect for a leisurely breakfast in bed or a late-night snack, offering ultimate comfort and privacy.
Gourmet
For an unforgettable evening, arrange a private romantic dinner for two, offered at an additional cost. Enjoy a specially curated gourmet menu in an idyllic beachfront or other private setting, perfect for celebrating a special occasion.