This place is amazing , the ambiance is incredible, the service is even better and the food…read more...takes the top prize! Bone marrow is a must Tip, book the drink tasting experience.

During our travels to Tulum we decided to check out all of the major fine-dining establishments and…read moreARCA was one of the top-recommended options we received. Sitting next to Hartwood (another excellent establishment) in the busy downtown section of Tulum's hotel zone the restaurant is a beautiful indoor / outdoor set-up with plenty of space, seats and airy aesthetics. Like many similar restaurants they incorporate lots of wood elements and despite the high number of mosquitoes and bugs they try their best to deal with the swarms of insects by spraying incense and adding fans. In October, during the low and rainy season, it was quite empty (only 3-4 other tables besides us) though the stifling heat and humidity, was probably a large driver of that. They offer three seatings at 5:30, 7:00 (maybe 7:30?) and 9:00PM so we chose the earlier one while it was still bright. The food is creative, delicious and small portions (as you'd expect from a fine-dining establishment) and I appreciate that they offer to add or split items depending on your party's needs. For example, one of our members is a vegetarian so they offered to make one of the crab tacos (they come in pairs of two) vegan for us and at a lower rate. My personal favorite item was the crab esquite, which was like a mix of a corn salad and crab meat which was both filling and delicious. Other items like the crudo were fun and tasty, though portions were very small. Our waiter recommended that we each order at least 2 dishes (we ended up with ~9) for a proper meal as it's tapas-style. Towards the end of the meal as it was getting dark all of the power shut off. Unfortunately it seems like it's a somewhat regular occurrence; while at first I was understanding given the area seemed to have been impacted we noticed that all of the other restaurants seemed to have power and it was just ARCA that was without. It made going to the bathroom challenging given the pitch-black nature of the jungle around 8PM and the candles weren't enough to see much. Their backup generator also seemed to go out multiple times so I hope they improve their infrastructure going forward.

Great service tasty food and Carlos was amazing hands down. The food was amazing and everything on…read morethe menu is delicious. You might want to eat here more than once.

Went here during the off season, so not busy at all. Great service. Super cute ambiance, outside…read moredining of course. There is a section that is covered as well. We tried a couple things but the star was their hummus! Absolutely delicious. Then the fish tacos were probably our second favorite. If ever in Tulum this is a cute spot with different food. Would definitely recommend.

Food - excellent. we had a group of 5 and we all got different items. i had the chicharon - very…read morecrunchy & flavorful. but think fine dining portions. Service - excellent. staff was great. attentive. friendly. explained all of the dishes. checked in on us. Ambiance - excellent. but beware of cats & raccoon families crawling up & down the trees. they didnt bother us at all and basically ran away once they hopped off the tree. it started raining as we got there so the staff moved everyone under the covered areas. but you are basically eating outdoors. which kind of adds to the intimate IG worthy vibes.

Fantastic experience. Location, food, service - all of it. The exec chef here also has a great…read moreplace in Chicago - Carino - which we love so we had to try this and it didn't disappoint.

Vibe: 10/10 Food: 8/10…read moreService: 9/10 Prices: 4/10 Gitano is one of those quintessential special-occasion spots--perfect for a date night that turns into drinks and dancing. If you're in the right mood, you'll have an amazing time. If you're not, everything can quickly feel a little too loud, inflated, and overpriced. The service is actually better than what you'd expect from a place with this much of a clubby atmosphere, which was a pleasant surprise. The whole space nails that Tulum-style laid-back jungle energy while still feeling upscale and very boho-chic. You're definitely paying a premium for the scene, but the scene is also kind of the point even offseason. Come dressed up, come ready to spend, and come in the mood to make a night of it.

I have been to Gitano in NYC which is an amazing gem at Pier 17 which was the reason I wanted to…read morevisit the location in Tulum. This location was such a disappointment. Food was mediocre. cocktails were very weak, found it to be not the cleanest. Overall, not the best experience, was only at the location for 2 hours. Best part were the dancers!

So Hookahs aren't my thing, but pizza most definitely is. So I was little torn with this one. I'd…read morehave to say that their pizza is pretty delish; I had a four cheese beast that was quite yummy. The cheese was delicious and the crust a chewy bonanza of flavor. The bar also looks pretty cool, and I could see myself having cocktail or two. The only reason I went four stars instead of five is simply the cigar/hookah thing. Now, someone else this might have been a major selling point, but for me, not so much.

Ok place, very small. Asked for water, never came. The hookah was so so. Wouldn't return. Wasn't as…read morenice as other places. We only stopped, cause it was on the way. The toilet is behind a curtain. Kinda unpleasant.

We didn't want to go back to Mamasitas beach club again and opted to give this place a chance. The…read moreprice was the same ( slightly higher actually 1600mxn for 2 -550 gets applied to the food per person vs 1200 in mamasitas - the same consumable amount ). Have to compare the two as they're side by side and have the same product offering . Service - 4 vs 4.5 ( the other is more attentive , they constantly replenished our ice / water bucket, I didn't have to flag the server). Food - 4 vs 3 ( the burger here was quite good but the nachos tasted stale , food was on the small side especially the chicken wings at the competition) Ambiance - 3.5 vs 4.5 ( the other place is more Modern , have a swimming pool, they have a dj and dancers). If they reduce the amount they charge, are more attentive, the whole experience will be better and more would consider coming here . It's a good alternative especially because it's beach front ( both are )

Great handcrafted cocktails and an unbeatable view…read more Prices are reasonable for a hotel restaurant with beach views. You get a tranquil atmosphere and just a few paces away from the sea and this restaurant/bar is completely open-air so you can feel the breeze and soak in the ocean view. The menu is a Mexican culinary experience elevated and with an emphasis on the grill and crafting the food by hand. There's a wide array of unique signature drinks and cocktails influenced by the tropical atmosphere and nature. We ordered the cocktails. One was a chocolate milkshake and a whirlwind of dessert flavors. Very satisfying. The is more citrus based but just as delicious and is the perfect drink on a hot day. We really enjoyed watching them make the guacamole at our table by grinding oven roasted avocados into a flavorful mashup. Then they bring out the tostadas fresh off the grill and it is heaven for guac lovers. Also, their papas are really good. Thick slices of potatoes dressed in a delicious sauce. Service at the restaurant is also excellent and they really aim to please you. Enjoyed both our meals here very much.

For 55 minimum spend per person, you get to enjoy a serene environment with delicious food and…read moreamazing hospitality. This beach club is for those that wish to relax no party vibe here. Ziggys is gorgeously decorated and everything is clean. There are plenty of day beds, direct access to the beach and they even have a pool table by the bar area! I found the food to be so delicious 10 out of 10 , and the drinks were oh so perfect. I will always comeback to Ziggys.

We did enjoy our diner here last night. They had great service & a cute atmosphere. The most…read moreimportant part was the food of course & it was actually flavorful and well cooked in my opinion. I feel there was something a miss or off but cannot put my finger on it tbh. The selection was a bit limited but it's ok. The fire wood grilled fish was good but I wanted more char or grill marks. I enjoyed the beach side breeze and lovely jazz/ saxophone player who played live through the entire dinner. It was really sweet & made the experience for me all tie together!

Awesome place with amazing mixed drinks and a beautifully relaxing atmosphere. This is the best bar…read moreI've visited in Tulum, by far. There's a great ambience, the bartenders were extremely friendly and played some great music. We were here for drinks only, so I cannot comment on the food. I would highly recommend this place. Absolutely wonderful. Let me tell you that I know a thing or two about cocktails, and I ensure you that the drinks here are superb quality. This is mixology; they do it well. I very rarely give 5 star reviews, and Xaman is my only 5-star rating in all of Tulum. Zero "touristy" feel here. It's much more imtimate. If you want a relaxed, almost shamanic vibe with fine cocktails that are out of the ordinary, visit this place. You won't be disappointed.

OMG!, what an awesome find. Food was amazing ( we had everything on the menu family style, sorry we…read moredidn't take pictures) I can't remember a single thing that wasn't super tasty. and the cocktails were out of this world. Relaxing atmosphere with a sex mood. We came back another night and it was more energetic with a Dj & dancing. Our group was from San Francisco and this place is just what we were looking for. Never experienced a friendlier staff.

This place is a VIBE!!! They have amazing music and such a cool ambiance. If you're looking for a…read moreclassy place to have dinner and dance then this is the place. This place is one of the classier and cleaner places in Tulum. It has a Moroccan vibe and they play deep house music featuring different DJs. You'll see a nice crowd there. Fun for groups or as a couple. The inside usually gets crowded around 10-11pm and they let you dance around and there is a small dance floor as well. The food is also DELICIOUS. We got the hummus and falafel and the slow cooked beef. Both were amazing!! their espresso martini was also amazing!!

Very eclectic and authentic to the look and feel of the entire vibe of the town. Cool chill vibes…read more Good for late drinks and music. Haven't tried their food but my review is based on drinks, service and the vibes. 5 stars!

Came here based on photos others had shared and we loved it. Ordered the Esquites, Melted cheese w/…read moresteak, cucumber agua fresca, el pastor taco--which was stuffed with meat and topped with pineapple--and a tempura fish taco--with two good sized pieces of fish, tomato, onion and avocado. All for less than $40 USD! Everything was so good! The fresh tortillas with melted cheese were a hit, as were the tacos, and the service was great. They even gave us on the house mezcal shots with crickets and seasoned lime. We also loved the atmosphere. We went in the evening (late November) and it's wasn't crowded, plus there was good music and nice decor. It was too dark to take decent photos of the food but it looked just like everyone else's photos and was delicious!

Came here for a nightcap after dinner. We ordered a Pina Colada and Passion fruit Margarita with…read moreMezcal. The Pina Colada was watered down and the taste of alcohol was absent. I hardly drink and did not get even a baby buzz from the drink. The Margarita was OK. The service was OK. Each drink was $300 MXN or around $17 USD. Maybe I visited on an off day? There's plenty of other places in the area, this place would be a last resort.