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Local spot with a heavy mix tourists. Life music is free with no cover. Came on a Friday evening for a drink and jazz. We only ordered drinks so didn't get to try the food. Pros: - local spot with live music - wholesome and energetic vibe with people getting up to dance and strangers conversing together (shared tables and combined seating) - service is prompt and attentive considering the sheer number of patrons Notes: - can be a bit cramped since there's no real crowd control and self-seating mostly
They have great live music and vegan tacos. We got here at 915 and snagged one of the last table (which was with a few others already there.) The music was top notch spanish guitar and dancers who started around 930. The volume was a good level too where you could hear them well throughout the restraunt but it wasn't too loud. This was a Wednesday so it might fill up faster on the weekends. The vegan tacos were a soy mix with pineapple that added a nice little bit of acidity to the savory tacos. The sauce and onion mixed well as well. Overall a great place for a date or just a bite with great entertainment.
What's not to like? No price gauging here - and the quality of drinks and snacks is excellent. Like everyone else said, go for the mojito (classic) or two!.. and take a gander at the cool art work. At nighttime you'll find live music catering to the cigarette chiefing tatted crowd. The staff is amazing and really seem to like one another and this establishment. Cheers
We stopped in specifically for the mojitos! They are made from fresh fruit and sugarcane and are only $100 pesos (about $5). It's a great little spot with a hand cranked press mounted to a Volkswagen Beetle for juicing the sugarcane that goes into the mojitos. We ordered the passion fruit mojito and the tri-color (watermelon, mint and lime) mojito. Both were deliciously refreshing and tasty with lots of fruit. Our server was great, we would definitely return for more mojitos.
Literally THE BEST MOJITOS. Now my dilemma is getting this again without coming all the way to Tulum. Afraid that is not possible... we went on a weekday night and this place was packed with locals and tourists alike. Love the little show and live music they had that night. No frills, just amazing drinks and great vibes. Miss this place already!
Great bar/restaurant in the center of tulum. Everyone working was very friendly and welcoming. Inside the bar itself they had a large space with live music playing. Nice part about the place was that the owner was there and took us into the main kitchen area to show how they hand crank sugar cane for their drinks and talked to us about the bar. Overall, this is a great spot to come grab drinks in tulum and I would def come back here next time in tulum
Loved stopping by Batey! It was packed but we were welcomed to a table with another group and had a blast. The mojitos are great and a wonderful value. The live music is also electric! Other bars and restaurants in the area try to compete and can grab some stragglers waiting outside but it's worth sticking it out and settling in for a more authentic experience.
Fun bar in downtown Tulum with a good vibe. They had live music in the back of the bar and always had people dancing. Drinks weren't as expensive as other spots and they seem to be known for their mojitos but also the guarapos, sugarcane drinks, and they were soo good with different flavors on the menu. I tried both the passion fruit & orange and lime & basil. They cut the sugarcane right at the bar in an old VW car. Side note: cash only!!
A must stop in Tulum. This place is HOPPING at night (like, every night, even weeknights) but was lovely and chill during the day. If you don't take away anything else from this review, just know that you should go here for a mojito (or two or three). Now, I'm not usually a mojito girl, but this is what Batey does and they do it well. They've got a handful of fun flavors as a remix to the original and--this is the kicker--they grind their sugar cane onsite in front of you. They even put a little piece of sugar cane in your drink if you want to chew on something sweet. We were here on a rainy afternoon and love that they projected a movie on the back wall for everyone to watch while they sipped on drinks. We also ordered a few bites--a salad and a charcuterie plate, to be exact. They weren't what I would picture eating while on a tropical vacation, but yummy nonetheless. We stayed super close by and while we didn't partake in any of the evening fun, you could see (and hear) people flooding in and out of here every night. They seem to have live music here very often as well if that's your thing! read more
Batey is a gem. The mojitos are to die for. In general it's a trendy live music bar that really kills it on the mojito front. A man in a VW beetle cuts and presses fresh sugar can into absolutely perfect mojitos. The live music is played on a small intimate stage. You need to fight for a seat but our waiter found one in no time. You sit on rickety chairs and drink off tables made from scrap wood. It may sound uncomfortable but somehow it works. Maybe it's the gravel floor that make it feel like you are on a beach or the heavy mojitos and the beat of the live music that take your mind elsewhere. Make sure to come here for at least one night of your stay. Be ready for a great time. It's a great place. Cash only. Casual dress. read more
While on vacation we came here from a recommendation from a friend. Inside the place is a decent size and has stage for live music which someone was playing while we were there. Great music! They do have food but we only ordered drinks. Their specialty is mojitos so that's what we got. We ordered the Azteca and the Mediterraneo. Both were excellent and refreshing. They have a Volkswagen bug in the middle of the bar that presses the sugar cane used for the cocktails. It makes the drinks incredibly fresh and refreshing. We would definitely come back. read more
3 years ago
One of our favorite places in Tulum! Delicious mojitos, cheap yummy breakfast, and live music at night read more
8 years ago
7 years ago
Great mojito bar find in Tulum! They chop fresh sugar cane for your drinks in the bar. They also have live music, which for me at a bar is too loud. We sat near the entrance so we could have a conversation. Staff were friendly and service was quick. read more
My friends keep asking me about my trip to Tulum, and this is the very first thing that keeps coming to mind during my trip here. It reminded me of my days studying abroad where tons and tons of different ethnic groups, people from all over the world, and languages were in one small place - it was amazing. The live music was an added bonus and the vibe of the place was just fun and exciting. The freshly made mojitos were the cherry on top. At a simple 100$ pesos, they were delicious and affordable. I opted for two different kinds during my time here and they were both refreshing. I love how they churn their own sugar cane and then stick a sugar cane stick in each drink. It's those added touches that set this place apart from anywhere else we had been in Tulum. Already wanting to come back to this place! read more
5 years ago
Great little find off side road of main strip! Very safe and welcoming to tourists! Fun place with live music and great drinks! Prices were decent too! read more
7 years ago
You definitely need to stop in for a mojito and listen to live music if you find yourself in downtown Tulum. They make their drinks with fresh pressed sugar can that you can watch them do right next to the bar. Everyone working there was so happy and nice, made the environment that much better to just hang out and enjoy. I tried the classic mojito and the passionfruit one. the passionfruit was my favorite. Can get very busy at night especially on the weekends. Went on a Friday and Saturday for a drink and was able to get a table both times, but it was just my BF and me. Daydreamin' of going back!!! read more
These might be the best mojitos in North America. While in town for about a week, I believe I made it to Batey six out of seven days. The reason? The endless array of mojitos, all featuring sugar freshly pressed from a sugar cane expeller latched to an old VW Bug that sits in the middle of their restaurant. The process of watching these guys crank out sugary syrup from a fresh sugar cane alone is worth the visit, and the $120 peso price tag doesn't hurt either (about $5 USD). During busy nights, they shut down the street and you can enjoy your beverage al fresco on the outside. There are usually a few benches out front and it's a fun vibe. I can't imagine anyone who wouldn't enjoy this experience, so bring the whole gang for some live music, great drinks, and an inexpensive way to catch a buzz in Tulum. read more
8 years ago
8 years ago
I noticed this place was one of the highest rated cocktail bars in Tulum known for their sugar cane Mojitos so we had to check it out. It was right down the street from where we had dinner so it was nicely located. Live music (loud), sugar cane cocktails, and only $100 pesos so what's not to love? Ambiance (4/5) Loud. The music is in Spanish and not native to tourists but it seemed like the locals loved it. It's definitely very loud and the closer you get to the stage, the louder you have to talk but my boyfriend and I got a table near the bar so it wasn't too bad. As the night went on, it got more crowded and they have signs that say "we share tables here". Might be a good way to mingle with other tourists or locals. Drinks (4/5) I tried to watermelon, ginger, and classic mojitos. The sugar cane is SO good (I'm a sucker for sweets hehe). I think there was a bit too much garnish in the drinks cause you couldn't take a sip without getting mint or something tossed in your mouth, but hey, it's a mojito whadya expect. The watermelon mojito was by far my favorite. Prices were not bad at all either. Drinks weren't very strong. Two drinks and I was slightly buzzed. Depends what you're looking for though! Service (3/5) The servers did not look like they worked there. They looked like the volunteered to just hand over drinks and just hang out amongst each other. Our waiter was even smoking while handing out drinks. Idk maybe that's just the casual vibe of the place but it was a thumbs down for me :/ The service wasn't rude or anything but definitely not high tip worthy. Overall I'd come back here for the drinks and the fun vibe. I'm sure when it gets later, the place is more poppin (we were there from 9-10:30 on a Thursday). The sugar cane is just such a big plus for me!! I just wouldn't come here expecting much service wise. read more
8 years ago
Shout out to Josse from Edventure Tours for recommending Batey! The mojitos here are delicious - all of them. Order any flavor and you won't be disappointed. I personally liked the Maya and Tricolor. The drinks are made with fresh fruit and garnished with a stick of juicy sugarcane. My group arrived around 8pm on a Friday and the place was decently packed. They had a live performer from Spain on the stage doing a traditional dance and the seating area was bursting with energy. I can't figure out if I liked the drinks or the service more. Upon picking a table, a bubbly waiter sashayed down to us and greeted us as if we were old friends. If only I caught the guy's name. Everyone who worked there seemed to really enjoy being there and their attitude was contagious! read more
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I am not usually a mojito person but you kinda have to try a mojito since that's Bateys specialty! The menu was all Spanish so the server had to explain all of it. By the time they explained the last few, I forgot the first few I got the Maya which was supposed to have a spicy kick to it. I would have expected the flavors to be a bit more robust but what do I know about mojitos! The live music was phenomenal. We also had the tuna and jicama tartare dish. I think it was called the Mediterranean. Loved the tuna, not a big fan of cubed jicama - too raw/bitter for my taste. The green sauce is very similar to green coriander chutney that is usually paired with samosas FYI. read more
5 years ago
Where else can you go to listen to live music before noon and drink the best mojito in Mexico....? Highly recommend spending some time here. read more
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7 years ago
Totally lives up to their title of Best Mojitos in town. Had one with ginger and it was the perfect mix of everything. Their table starters were great too. Different to the taste buds but delicious nonetheless. It's off the Main Street but next to a lot of other bar/restaurant places. Wish i was able to go at night since I've heard their live music is great. Only thing i didn't like was that they allow smoking inside so i sat closer to the door so i didn't have to inhale any of it since a lot of people were smoking. read more
4 years ago
Amazing mojitos! Great live music and ambience. So much fun we returned 3 nights in a row! read more
5 years ago
Came here every night we were in Tulum. Once you find a good spot to eat you're set. The food was delicious from the breakfast & lunch menu. We had the chicken burrito, enchiladas, tacos de carnitas. Everything was amazing. The mojitos are pretty sweet & not my favorite but other than that it was 5 stars read more
8 years ago
Good music, fabulous drinks. Decent food just quick bites. Gets packed over weekends. Sugarcane drinks are all the rage And very well deserved read more
4 years ago
Came here twice during my 4 day trip to tulum! The passion fruit mojito is a must and the sunrise cocktail was good as well. There is live music starting from 7 pm and overall had an amazing experience! read more
My wife and I came here for the mojitos. I really wanted to like this place after reading all the reviews on here. I got the Maya mojito and she got the Maracuya (passion fruit). We also ordered a focaccia since we were hungry. The mojitos were ok (watered down & bland). Service was slower than most places in the area. The live music (even in the middle of the day) was really enjoyable. It sadly did not live up to the expectations. read more
7 years ago
Batey is a great cocktail bar in the heart of Tulum's centro. They have wonderful cocktails and live music, and it is extremely popular with both locals and tourists! It's a wonderful place to add to your Tulum itinerary if you enjoy drinks and a fun atmosphere! read more
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Not overhyped. Their mojitos are indeed the best I've ever had. Get the passion fruit one which is the one the waiter recommended when I asked. It's delicious and is great for the price! read more
8 years ago
Came to Batey for a sugarcane mojito and I did not regret it! This cocktail bar has a cool atmosphere. Our waiter was friendly and even let me juice my own sugar cane on their famous mojito bar cart. As for my passion fruit mojito... I loved it! Delicious and refreshing. Definitely recommend stopping by here for some drinks before or after dinner! read more
5 years ago
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