Rating8.1
Rating8.3
Rating8.3Thirteen dining venues across the El Cid complex are accessible to Ventus guests — the most useful perk of the resort. On-site, make reservations for Île de France and Kobo on arrival day as both fill within hours. The Mercado de Dolores food hall needs no reservation and is the best option for relaxed lunches with variety. Aromas coffee bar opens early and is a reliable pre-activity stop.
| Restaurant | Meals | Reservations | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-hour Room Service | Included | ||
| A'akat | Included | ||
| Abnia Bar | Included | ||
| Aromas | Included | ||
| Île de France | Included | ||
| Ka'ax | Included | ||
| Kobo | Included | ||
| Macondo Bar | Included | ||
| Mercado de Dolores | Included | ||
| Na Ha / Rüf Bar | Included | ||
| Senses Bar | Included | ||
| Waves Bar | Included | ||
| Zanza Bar | Included |
French Fine-Dining
French fine-dining with buffet breakfast and à la carte dinner. Signature dishes are classic bouillabaisse and boeuf bourguignon. Dinner is restricted to guests aged 12 and older. Reservation required — book for your second or third night to give yourself a day to settle in. Reports of long waits for dinner service exist; the 5 PM seating moves faster than later times.
Signature dishes: Classic bouillabaisse, Boeuf bourguignon
Ibero-American
Ibero-American cuisine built around an open firewood kitchen, visible from the dining room. The smoke-infused proteins and grilled vegetables are the kitchen's strength. Buffet at breakfast, à la carte for lunch and dinner. Formal casual dress (no shorts, beach sandals, or sleeveless shirts). Reservation required for lunch and dinner.
Signature dishes: Dishes with firewood textures, Smoked and grilled flavors
Japanese, Asian Fusion, Teppanyaki
Teppanyaki and sushi. Four seatings: 5 PM, 6:30 PM, 8 PM, 9:30 PM. The chef-cooked teppanyaki show covers seven protein options. The 6:30 PM seating is the sweet spot — early enough to make the 9 PM nightly shows. After 6:30 PM, a small supplement applies. Reservation required. Book on check-in day.
Signature dishes: Seven varieties of Teppanyaki, Sushi, Miso soup, Sake
International Food Court
International food hall with eight live-cooking stations: wood-fired pizza (Pizzeria Il Peccato), fresh seafood (Sea Place), Mexican antojitos (Maíz), Asian noodles and rice (Wok), healthy wraps and salads (Fresko), crepes (La Crêpe), and Israeli street food (Tajaná). Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. No reservation needed. The wood-fired pizza station alone makes lunch here worth prioritizing.
Signature dishes: Specialty wood-fired pizzas (Pizzeria Il Peccato), Fresh local seafood (Sea Place), Traditional Mexican antojitos (Maíz), Asian noodle and rice dishes (Wok), Healthy salads, wraps, paninis (Fresko), Sweet and savory crepes (La Crêpe), Israeli Street food (Tajaná)
Coffee Shop & Patisserie
Coffee shop and patisserie open mornings and afternoons. Freshly ground coffee, specialty teas, gelato, and artisan pastries. The pre-activity coffee crowd arrives between 7 and 9 AM — go at 7 to avoid the line.
Signature dishes: Freshly ground coffee, Specialty teas, Gelato, Pastries
International
À la carte room service available around the clock. Fully included in rate. Useful for late arrivals or early mornings before restaurants open.
Bar
Lobby lounge bar open 9 AM to 1 AM. Sophisticated setting with international brand cocktails. Best for pre-dinner drinks or a late-night wind-down. The lobby transforms into a nightclub around midnight.
Bar
Oceanfront deck bar next to the infinity pool. Open 10 AM to 10 PM. Best mid-afternoon position for watching sunsets over the Caribbean.
Pool Bar
Pool bar situated between the two main pools. Open 8 AM to 11 PM. Walk-up service or drink delivery to nearby loungers.
Bar
Poolside bar with mangrove views. The handcrafted cocktail program here is more inventive than the standard pool bar — the mixologists use local tropical herbs.
Signature dishes: Artfully crafted cocktails, Signature drinks
Speakeasy Bar
Adults-only rooftop speakeasy with Balinese beds, infinity pool, jacuzzi, and live DJ. Open 9:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Formal casual dress. One of the property's most popular spots — arrive before 11 AM during peak occupancy to secure a bed.
Signature dishes: Handcrafted cocktails
Pool Bar
Pool bar directly in front of the main pool. Open 7 AM to 9 PM. The busiest bar on the property during the day.
Coffee Bar & Mixology
Lobby coffee and cocktail bar. Opens at 9 AM. Known for creative non-alcoholic options and high-quality espresso drinks — a cut above typical resort coffee.
Signature dishes: Unique mixology, Pastries