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Amazing dinner and service yesterday. Probably the best meal I've ever had was the seafood casserole which is like a more soupy and flavorful seafood paella that's made to order for 2 but could feed 2-4 and so was able to get it without octopus but with shrimp, fresh catch of day grouper, shrimp and scallop. The fresh avocados, cilantro, lime and roasted banana pepper on top were the best garnish pairing to a heavenly dish. Even my kids ages 9-13 loved it.
We are staying at Ritz for a week so we decided to try Casitas on the day we arrived. Hands down one of the most outstanding food and customer service! And not to mention the beautiful ambiance. I would suggest reserving the casitas for an extra $100. Shout out to our wait staffs, Marcos & David who were super attentive and made our dining experience enjoyable. We lucked out because they have special bbq set menu for 2. We decided to give it a try because the smell from the grill was intoxicating. The set menu includes choice of salad, cheesy bread, platter of bbq (you have 4 options to choose from), and a couple of desserts. Salad - we went with the tomato and avocado salad. It was so bright in flavor with nice firm and juicy tomato slices. Cheesy bread - it was so good, my 1.5yo devoured 2 pieces. BBQ platter - we went with the lobster, salmon, filet, and ribs combo. Omg....everything was delicious and cooked perfectly! They also serve the platter with 4 different condiments. It also came with steamed potatoes and grilled corn. Desserts - tres leche cake which was topped with thinly sliced papaya. It was soft and melt in your mouth goodness. The brownie was very rich and indulgent. I don't usually like brownie with nuts but I didn't have any problem digging into this one.
My husband and I sat in a bungalow and enjoyed a beautiful romantic dinner during our stay at the Ritz Carlton. Our server was wonderful! I am so sorry, I cannot remember his name. I ordered the fish, it was tasty and a little unique with a tomato sauce. My husband ordered the rib eye, and he liked it as well. The food was tasty, but not incredible. We loved the bread appetizer! It was almost like a flatbread. They treated us to a tasty chocolate cake dessert which was fabulous. Overall, I highly recommend reserving the private bungalow. It is a $100 but the experience and setting is so worth it. We really took our time and enjoyed.
Beautiful place with delicious food. Requesting the Casita on the beach is a MUST. We were greeted warmly & the staff made our experience very memorable. The staff pays close attention to all aspects of the dining experience. The food tasted amazing & that view is to die for.
They over charged $105 dollars! Without notice! Let me tell you what was set up! Small dish of fruits with 3 pieces bread! Is that worth over 100 dollars. Give me a break! The food were so so! Before you come this place, check my honest review! TAHT WAS FRAUD !
We absolutely LOVED our experience at Casitas. We reserved a private casita on the beach as we were celebrating an anniversary and a birthday. I appreciated that the restaurant made it very clear that there was an additional fee ($100 USD) for booking the private casita. Wine, specifically, was expensive; 1 bottle was $100 USD and that was one of the cheapest we saw on the wine list. We dined at 2 other restaurants in the Hotel Zone and both bottles were only around $60 but that was the only real shock. We did not order any appetizers but were given an amuse bouche to start which was a like a small potato with shrimp salad - very delicious! We all ordered entrees - two pastas (rigatoni; one with frutti di mare and one without), one "catch of the day" which was grouper, one chicken maya and one shrimp and scallops. We ordered two sides - cheddar mashed potatoes and French fries to share. Our entrees came out with rolls and a garlic spread, which was delicious. All entrees were wonderful! Some were a little more plentiful (pasta, fish) than others (chicken, shrimp/scallops) but all were reasonably priced and very tasty... we had no leftovers! For dessert, we were brought 2 complementary desserts for the special occasions, which we were not expecting but appreciated! We also ordered the chocolate churros and they were AMAZING. Our bill was around $450 (without tip) for the alcohol (bottle of wine and one beer), a soda, countless bottles of water (it was so hot), five entrees and one dessert plus the setup fee for the rental. The view of the ocean as the sun set was just incredible. We felt like we got such a special experience for a reasonable price so if you are celebrating something special, this is THE ONLY place to do it! Would 100% recommend. Thank you, Casitas for making our last day in Cancun so memorable!
If you are within a one mile radius of Cancun you MUST partake in this dining experience. From arrival to departure I was so impressed. This Ritz Carlton is beautiful- the exterior, the lobby, and the walk to the ocean front dining space was all Instagram worthy. Our servers were amazing- they walked us down to the table which was decorated with lights and drapery, and gave us a perfect view and sound of the ocean. No better place to enjoy a mea! There is a pathway to and around the table so no worries about the sand. The food and it's presentation was immaculate. We started with bread service (so good and cheesy!) oysters and lobster bisque. So decadent and rich, the presentation of the bisque came with plated lobster chunks with the bisque poured around it. My friends and I had the scallops, rigatoni, and prime rib. No complaints from anyone we truly enjoyed everything!
Casitas is the restaurant that The Caribe Bar & Grill turns into in the evening. When staying at the Ritz Carlton, it shows as 2 places but it's the same location with different menus. In the evening, you can rent a cabana for around $100 to have a very romantic dinner directly on the beach in front of the hotel. We chose to just dine on the outdoor terrace. The reason for only 4 stars was upon arrival (after being in contact with the hotel prior to our visit), the hostess asked about allergies. We told them we needed gluten free options for my 22 year old daughter. She made a note and we were seated. When taking our order, I inquired about gf options and the first and only thing offered was a salad. Very disappointing! After further inquiries and discussion, we were able to get more options. They even brought out gf bread with a separate dipping oil. We also ordered gf sweet potato fries and without asking, the server told us they would be fried in its own oil to avoid cross contamination. Yes, they absolutey turned the evening around but Marriott makes it seem like they will happily do accommodations over email, etc and when you actually get on property, it's a bit of work to find someone who can actually help you. Food was amazing and daughter left happy!
Service and ambiance were amazing. We rented a casita for an extra US$100. The view right on the beach was wonderful however the food was just okay. Nothing to right home about unfortunately. They should up their game on the taste of their food.
This is the beach restaurant at the Ritz in Cancun. Step by step review: - When you arrive, if you drive, valet your car. There is no fee, except what you tip the parking lot dude, and they take care not to scratch your ride as they don't want the trouble themselves of you complaining. - Once you go in, Casitas is all the way through the property at the beach part of the resort. If you show up early, you'll see them setting up, but they won't seat you til pretty much 10mins before at the earliest so go play on the beach. Added bonus are the blue beach chairs with covers that you can chill on. - Once your hut, I mean casita, is ready, you'll be seated outside. They go all out in making the setting super nice, so you do get what you pay for here (remember the casita is extra and the prices change so check and be clear on this). - Service is outstanding as there are probably 2-3 staff for every hut. I went on Feb 13, 2019 right before V-day and it wasn't too busy so they are at your beck and call. Remember to tip of course. - I want to add an additional shout out to the fact that my 4 yr old got cold/tired (it was our second day) and so the staff actually dragged up a beach chair to our hut, and gave us like 5 beach towels to use as blankets so she could lay and look up at the stars. That was a awesome, unasked for, touch. Not many resorts in Cancun have that for thought without charging you for it. Good work guys! - As for the menu and food; The menu changes so what I saw on the website wasn't what I was handed. That said, I requested the seafood tower you see in every picture on the review and they still made it for me. Yes it was good. Yes the food is a bit pricey, but you are at the Ritz and not the taco joint in the city so don't complain. The rest of the food was just as good so explore the menu as well. My only recommendation would be to have more small platters, but that's up to the kitchen. - Because I have small children, we didn't stay past 8pm, but I'm sure you can stay the entire time, eat, drink, and enjoy the stars on the beach if you have a clear night! *The only reason I'm giving this 4/5 stars is because it misses that last star. The execution is spot on, service is 5/5, but it's not the best of the best in the world and by that measure it cannot be 5/5 overall. Keep in mind, I have eaten many many farm to tables around the world, 10+ course meals such as Per Se, et al, so my standards are rather high. That said, you can't beat the location and service here!
Dinner at Casitas on the beach features fantastic food with stellar service ... add romance for spice. We enjoyed some great meals at the Ritz Carlton Cancún, but none were as satisfying as Casitas. We've all heard that old "see food" diet joke and it literally came true for OIivia and me because we saw a Casitas Seafood Tower (MXN$1,585) being delivered to another table and instantly said ... "we see that and we want that!" Before the tower of awesomeness arrived, Olivia got a Mystic Caribbean Cocktail (MXN$290) with Captain Morgan Rum and Grand Marnier while I moved off the Mexican vacation drinks for a night and went with Bombay Sapphire Gin and Tonic (MXN$290). Anyway, back to the Seafood Tower with King Crab, Oysters, Caribbean Lobster, Citrus Shrimp, Tuna Tartar, and Acapulco Seafood Cocktail. It's served in a fresh coconut and ALL six seafood selections were fresh and delish. If you're gonna switch to a Seafood Diet, this tower is an amazing start. We also split a Local Catch Tikin Xic Fish (MXN$455) which was prepared "Yucatan style." I have no idea what that means, but I'm gonna guess it means glazed with yumminess and spices. Even before the fish arrived, we got a Local Lobster Bisque (MXN$265) that's melded at the table and quickly melted my hunger. It's a bit thick, but, oh so, rich ... and the lobster was marvelous. As for dining experiences, Casitas offers two options: Dining on the deck near the bar or at a private "casita" on the beach. Both feature the same fantastic food and stellar service, but the casita costs extra. Regardless of which location you choose, my advice it is to choose Casitas for a memorable meal and add romance as needed.
My second trip to the Casitas at Ritz Carlton for an Amazing ambience and dinner for a special 16 year old birthday dinner. Highly recommend this dinner on the beach with moos lighting and amazing service.
Amazing food, beautiful view, intimate setting! There is truly not much more we could have asked for. The service we received was top notch, our waiter has been with the Ritz for many years and his attention to detail was on point as a result. There is an up charge for a private casita, however it was totally worth it when having a dinner for two. We each ordered a steak which was cooked perfectly we shared several sides: Spanish rice, mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus all delicious and made to share. I am on the site tonight trying to book for our upcoming trip, it was one of our must returns!
4 years ago
Went to celebrate a good friend starting a new chapter in life. The restaurant was outdoors, and while it was dark, we could hear the waves. Fantastic atmosphere. The wait staff was super attentive and moved as a well oiled machine. It felt very much that we were the only party in the restaurant. Everyone said their food was great. I can't remember hearing a single complaint. My dish, the salmon, was perfectly cooked, along with the asparagus. Coming in second place, were the cheddar mashed potatoes . Served in their own little cast iron dish, cheddar cheese melted on top. Like, seriously? Hot, flavorful, and perfectly mashed. Certainly a memorable meal read more
1 year ago
I cannot say enough about how great this experience was. If you have the opportunity to do this, it's absolutely worth it. The service was impeccable and our waiter was beyond amazing. Truly, the best service we have ever had anywhere. The food and drinks were delicious, but I have to say it was the experience of the private dining and all the extras they did is what make it so special. On top of being completely attentive to us the entire time, he took photos and videos of us that we will cherish forever. What a beautiful night it was for our family. Thank you for making it so special. read more
1 year ago
The food was amazing, our private cabana dinner ambiance was amazing, and Miguel our waiter was amazing and had absolutely perfect service! Thank you Casitas for making my Fiancé and my dinner night so special!! read more
Amazing dinner and service yesterday. Probably the best meal I've ever had was the seafood casserole which is like a more soupy and flavorful seafood paella that's made to order for 2 but could feed 2-4 and so was able to get it without octopus but with shrimp, fresh catch of day grouper, shrimp and scallop. The fresh avocados, cilantro, lime and roasted banana pepper on top were the best garnish pairing to a heavenly dish. Even my kids ages 9-13 loved it. read more
We are staying at Ritz for a week so we decided to try Casitas on the day we arrived. Hands down one of the most outstanding food and customer service! And not to mention the beautiful ambiance. I would suggest reserving the casitas for an extra $100. Shout out to our wait staffs, Marcos & David who were super attentive and made our dining experience enjoyable. We lucked out because they have special bbq set menu for 2. We decided to give it a try because the smell from the grill was intoxicating. The set menu includes choice of salad, cheesy bread, platter of bbq (you have 4 options to choose from), and a couple of desserts. Salad - we went with the tomato and avocado salad. It was so bright in flavor with nice firm and juicy tomato slices. Cheesy bread - it was so good, my 1.5yo devoured 2 pieces. BBQ platter - we went with the lobster, salmon, filet, and ribs combo. Omg....everything was delicious and cooked perfectly! They also serve the platter with 4 different condiments. It also came with steamed potatoes and grilled corn. Desserts - tres leche cake which was topped with thinly sliced papaya. It was soft and melt in your mouth goodness. The brownie was very rich and indulgent. I don't usually like brownie with nuts but I didn't have any problem digging into this one. read more
My husband and I sat in a bungalow and enjoyed a beautiful romantic dinner during our stay at the Ritz Carlton. Our server was wonderful! I am so sorry, I cannot remember his name. I ordered the fish, it was tasty and a little unique with a tomato sauce. My husband ordered the rib eye, and he liked it as well. The food was tasty, but not incredible. We loved the bread appetizer! It was almost like a flatbread. They treated us to a tasty chocolate cake dessert which was fabulous. Overall, I highly recommend reserving the private bungalow. It is a $100 but the experience and setting is so worth it. We really took our time and enjoyed. read more
3 years ago
Beautiful place with delicious food. Requesting the Casita on the beach is a MUST. We were greeted warmly & the staff made our experience very memorable. The staff pays close attention to all aspects of the dining experience. The food tasted amazing & that view is to die for. read more
4 years ago
They over charged $105 dollars! Without notice! Let me tell you what was set up! Small dish of fruits with 3 pieces bread! Is that worth over 100 dollars. Give me a break! The food were so so! Before you come this place, check my honest review! TAHT WAS FRAUD ! read more
2 years ago
We absolutely LOVED our experience at Casitas. We reserved a private casita on the beach as we were celebrating an anniversary and a birthday. I appreciated that the restaurant made it very clear that there was an additional fee ($100 USD) for booking the private casita. Wine, specifically, was expensive; 1 bottle was $100 USD and that was one of the cheapest we saw on the wine list. We dined at 2 other restaurants in the Hotel Zone and both bottles were only around $60 but that was the only real shock. We did not order any appetizers but were given an amuse bouche to start which was a like a small potato with shrimp salad - very delicious! We all ordered entrees - two pastas (rigatoni; one with frutti di mare and one without), one "catch of the day" which was grouper, one chicken maya and one shrimp and scallops. We ordered two sides - cheddar mashed potatoes and French fries to share. Our entrees came out with rolls and a garlic spread, which was delicious. All entrees were wonderful! Some were a little more plentiful (pasta, fish) than others (chicken, shrimp/scallops) but all were reasonably priced and very tasty... we had no leftovers! For dessert, we were brought 2 complementary desserts for the special occasions, which we were not expecting but appreciated! We also ordered the chocolate churros and they were AMAZING. Our bill was around $450 (without tip) for the alcohol (bottle of wine and one beer), a soda, countless bottles of water (it was so hot), five entrees and one dessert plus the setup fee for the rental. The view of the ocean as the sun set was just incredible. We felt like we got such a special experience for a reasonable price so if you are celebrating something special, this is THE ONLY place to do it! Would 100% recommend. Thank you, Casitas for making our last day in Cancun so memorable! read more
7 years ago
If you are within a one mile radius of Cancun you MUST partake in this dining experience. From arrival to departure I was so impressed. This Ritz Carlton is beautiful- the exterior, the lobby, and the walk to the ocean front dining space was all Instagram worthy. Our servers were amazing- they walked us down to the table which was decorated with lights and drapery, and gave us a perfect view and sound of the ocean. No better place to enjoy a mea! There is a pathway to and around the table so no worries about the sand. The food and it's presentation was immaculate. We started with bread service (so good and cheesy!) oysters and lobster bisque. So decadent and rich, the presentation of the bisque came with plated lobster chunks with the bisque poured around it. My friends and I had the scallops, rigatoni, and prime rib. No complaints from anyone we truly enjoyed everything! read more
Casitas is the restaurant that The Caribe Bar & Grill turns into in the evening. When staying at the Ritz Carlton, it shows as 2 places but it's the same location with different menus. In the evening, you can rent a cabana for around $100 to have a very romantic dinner directly on the beach in front of the hotel. We chose to just dine on the outdoor terrace. The reason for only 4 stars was upon arrival (after being in contact with the hotel prior to our visit), the hostess asked about allergies. We told them we needed gluten free options for my 22 year old daughter. She made a note and we were seated. When taking our order, I inquired about gf options and the first and only thing offered was a salad. Very disappointing! After further inquiries and discussion, we were able to get more options. They even brought out gf bread with a separate dipping oil. We also ordered gf sweet potato fries and without asking, the server told us they would be fried in its own oil to avoid cross contamination. Yes, they absolutey turned the evening around but Marriott makes it seem like they will happily do accommodations over email, etc and when you actually get on property, it's a bit of work to find someone who can actually help you. Food was amazing and daughter left happy! read more
Service and ambiance were amazing. We rented a casita for an extra US$100. The view right on the beach was wonderful however the food was just okay. Nothing to right home about unfortunately. They should up their game on the taste of their food. read more
8 years ago
This is the beach restaurant at the Ritz in Cancun. Step by step review: - When you arrive, if you drive, valet your car. There is no fee, except what you tip the parking lot dude, and they take care not to scratch your ride as they don't want the trouble themselves of you complaining. - Once you go in, Casitas is all the way through the property at the beach part of the resort. If you show up early, you'll see them setting up, but they won't seat you til pretty much 10mins before at the earliest so go play on the beach. Added bonus are the blue beach chairs with covers that you can chill on. - Once your hut, I mean casita, is ready, you'll be seated outside. They go all out in making the setting super nice, so you do get what you pay for here (remember the casita is extra and the prices change so check and be clear on this). - Service is outstanding as there are probably 2-3 staff for every hut. I went on Feb 13, 2019 right before V-day and it wasn't too busy so they are at your beck and call. Remember to tip of course. - I want to add an additional shout out to the fact that my 4 yr old got cold/tired (it was our second day) and so the staff actually dragged up a beach chair to our hut, and gave us like 5 beach towels to use as blankets so she could lay and look up at the stars. That was a awesome, unasked for, touch. Not many resorts in Cancun have that for thought without charging you for it. Good work guys! - As for the menu and food; The menu changes so what I saw on the website wasn't what I was handed. That said, I requested the seafood tower you see in every picture on the review and they still made it for me. Yes it was good. Yes the food is a bit pricey, but you are at the Ritz and not the taco joint in the city so don't complain. The rest of the food was just as good so explore the menu as well. My only recommendation would be to have more small platters, but that's up to the kitchen. - Because I have small children, we didn't stay past 8pm, but I'm sure you can stay the entire time, eat, drink, and enjoy the stars on the beach if you have a clear night! *The only reason I'm giving this 4/5 stars is because it misses that last star. The execution is spot on, service is 5/5, but it's not the best of the best in the world and by that measure it cannot be 5/5 overall. Keep in mind, I have eaten many many farm to tables around the world, 10+ course meals such as Per Se, et al, so my standards are rather high. That said, you can't beat the location and service here! read more
8 years ago
Dinner at Casitas on the beach features fantastic food with stellar service ... add romance for spice. We enjoyed some great meals at the Ritz Carlton Cancún, but none were as satisfying as Casitas. We've all heard that old "see food" diet joke and it literally came true for OIivia and me because we saw a Casitas Seafood Tower (MXN$1,585) being delivered to another table and instantly said ... "we see that and we want that!" Before the tower of awesomeness arrived, Olivia got a Mystic Caribbean Cocktail (MXN$290) with Captain Morgan Rum and Grand Marnier while I moved off the Mexican vacation drinks for a night and went with Bombay Sapphire Gin and Tonic (MXN$290). Anyway, back to the Seafood Tower with King Crab, Oysters, Caribbean Lobster, Citrus Shrimp, Tuna Tartar, and Acapulco Seafood Cocktail. It's served in a fresh coconut and ALL six seafood selections were fresh and delish. If you're gonna switch to a Seafood Diet, this tower is an amazing start. We also split a Local Catch Tikin Xic Fish (MXN$455) which was prepared "Yucatan style." I have no idea what that means, but I'm gonna guess it means glazed with yumminess and spices. Even before the fish arrived, we got a Local Lobster Bisque (MXN$265) that's melded at the table and quickly melted my hunger. It's a bit thick, but, oh so, rich ... and the lobster was marvelous. As for dining experiences, Casitas offers two options: Dining on the deck near the bar or at a private "casita" on the beach. Both feature the same fantastic food and stellar service, but the casita costs extra. Regardless of which location you choose, my advice it is to choose Casitas for a memorable meal and add romance as needed. read more
8 years ago
My second trip to the Casitas at Ritz Carlton for an Amazing ambience and dinner for a special 16 year old birthday dinner. Highly recommend this dinner on the beach with moos lighting and amazing service. read more
7 years ago
Amazing food, beautiful view, intimate setting! There is truly not much more we could have asked for. The service we received was top notch, our waiter has been with the Ritz for many years and his attention to detail was on point as a result. There is an up charge for a private casita, however it was totally worth it when having a dinner for two. We each ordered a steak which was cooked perfectly we shared several sides: Spanish rice, mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus all delicious and made to share. I am on the site tonight trying to book for our upcoming trip, it was one of our must returns! read more
8 years ago
I've found this place on Yelp after searching for a restaurant in Cancun with great ambiance and with good food. I booked a reservation through Open Table a month advance to make sure I get a Casita here. It looked very unique and out of the ordinary. Something I won't be able to find and experience here in San Francisco Bay Area. We came on time and we were greeted by Moses..he was our server. I must say, Moses made our experience amazing! Such a great person with great customer service! We felt like royalty! I will never forget this experience a long with my GF. It was one of our best highlights being in Cancun! Price won't be cheap, but it's worth every penny for me to make my GFs surprise birthday dinner wonderful. Casita rental is about $120 US dollars. Food was amazing I loved the sea food platter with crab legs, fresh oysters, and lobster tail. We also ordered the lobster bisque and Cesar Salad. It was so delicious! That platter we both shared will definitely stuff the heck out of you. We decided to order small meals afterwards. Overall, experience was incredible and the ambiance is something I can't find back home in San Francisco eating at a romantic Casita with beautiful lighting that sits in front of a world class beach. Must do if you want to surprise your special someone with an ambience that's off the roof! read more
6 years ago
6 years ago
Nice setting and atmosphere, generous portions, for $96 you can have your dinner at a cabana in a more intimate set up but is the same menu that under the umbrellas. Alfonso was our waiter and he was fabulous. read more
9 years ago
6 years ago
This is inside the Ritz Carlton. The restaurant is beach cabanas by day, restaurant by night. Very cool. Perfect anniversary, birthday, engagement spot. read more
4 years ago
9 years ago
Pricey but worth it! Dinner on the beach with your private casita with perfect ambience lighting under the table. Service is impecable. Our reservation was at 7 and we stayed until about 10, and they never rushed us. You have to get the stovetop bread! Delicious gourmet cheese bread is fine by me any day. Can't beat the view! Our steaks were tasty with plenty of sauces to enjoy. My husband particularly liked the shrimp tacos. read more
4 years ago
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10 years ago
Gorgeous - worth every penny. Staff was lovely. Food was delicious, drinks, need a little bit of a better bartender - but I'm from Manhattan, my expectations are high.. the casitas are beautiful and simple ... it's not just dinner it's a memory read more
5 years ago
This place was absolutely amazing. Its an upscale restaurant to visit while in Cancun. We were on the beach and it was lit. There wasn't any bugs or sand flying. It was my husband birthday and we had a beautiful time. I didn't get pictures of our food but everything was good. He had the rib eye and i had the jumbo shrimp and scallops read more
10 years ago
10 years ago
Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Absolutely magical, exquisite, unforgettable, and romantic! -- Ok, these words are so over the top but they are the only words that come to mind when I think about my experience here. I was shocked once I found out that my boyfriend had reserved one of their private casitas out on the beach to celebrate my birthday. Our reservation was at 7pm, but they were able to accommodate our early arrival around 6:45pm, which was perfect because that was just when the sun was starting to set. Our table was beautifully lit with lights, decorated with red rose petals, and we had the most gorgeous view of the beach. For anyone that's seen "The Bachelor" or "The Bachelorette" I felt like I was in one of those super romantic one-on-one dinners. The service was also impeccable. From beginning to end, our waiter was friendly, attentive and resourceful. I feel terrible for not remembering his name but he kindly offered to take pictures of us as soon as he noticed me reaching for my phone. His menu suggestions were helpful and informative as he answered all of our questions. For starters, we ordered the Baja California tuna tiradito and the Poblano pepper soup. Each slice of fresh tuna had the right amount of sauce and tasted delicious with the crunch of the sliced cucumber and plantain chips. The Serrano pepper added a nice, fiery kick to each bite but only eat it if you can handle some heat! The soup was also delicious - not too heavy, not too creamy. We did however ask for some ground pepper to be sprinkled on top for added taste. For the main course, we both decided to treat ourselves to the Surf n Turf [lobster & filet mignon for me, lobster & ribeye for him]. My filet was cooked to perfection! Soo incredibly tender. We were both unexpectedly impressed with our whole grilled onion on the side - each translucent layer was packed with so much flavor that I felt like I was eating French onion soup! Each bite was paired with a sip of our delicious white wine [Wente Chardonnay]. Throughout our dinner, we were accompanied by the performance of a live saxophonist that was playing in the outdoor area behind the casitas. I briefly mentioned to the waiter towards the beginning of our meal about how beautifully the saxophonist was playing. Little did I know that our waiter would take that comment and actually have the saxophonist come down after dinner to our casita and play "happy birthday"! I was honestly so overwhelmed with emotion. They also gave a chocolaty birthday dessert that was decadent and pleasantly not too sweet. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect night. read more
Most of my culinary experiences in Cancun were utter disappointments. Surprisingly enough to say, the locations recommended by the locals were not even remotely close to what I had in the United States. After eating at many of the recommended spots in the Cancun hotel district area, I came to the conclusion that I would never be satisfied with any restaurant. Casitas was an exception to this rule. Casitas is located in the Ritz Carlton and it's pretty much a one-of-a-kind dining experience on the beachfront area in Cancun. As noted in my pictures, the highlight is the tent-like dining area on the beach. Make no mistake, for this fantastic experience you'll pay a steep price. You'll be charged $125 for renting the tent and that excludes anything you order. For this payment, you are welcome to stay from open, when you can view the sunset, until the restaurant closes. The view is breathtaking, there is a gentle breeze, and the temperature is moderate because of its location. As for the food, it was not an earth-shattering experience and for once in my life I think I was actually swayed by the overall experience than the food itself (which I place primary importance). I had a few appetizers, a decent Spanish wine I could not remember (and that would not break the bank), and a medium rare steak. Everything was flawlessly executed. The steak that I had was not overburnt on any single area, the meat was a perfect medium-rare all throughout (even at the edges) and there was complete consistency in the seasoning throughout all parts of the steak. I can rarely, if ever remember a time when the execution was this perfect for a steak. That being said, there was nothing special about it that would conjure magical memories about the food. I think that best sums up all the dishes that I tried here at Casitas: flawless execution, great quality, average in terms of novelty and specialty. The total bill was over $500 for 2 (as most people report on their dining experience here). Is it worth it? Don't think about the food. Look at the pictures. If you think it's worth being a part of that then you know the answer. By no means should anyone be discouraged from going because of the food. Casitas is a one of kind experience that anyone who goes to Cancun should consider. After all, I'd rather spend money on a meal that gives me a fantastic experience over having multiple mediocre meals at cheaper prices. Before I finish this review, I want to give one word of advice. The weather forecast for Cancun is crazy and the hurricane season is blown out of proportion because it makes it seem like it rains every day. In reality, a very small region of Cancun rains and only for about 15min to 1hour. Be cognizant of the weather, check frequently, but don't panic about the rain ruining your dining experience. It's highly unlikely to happen given the weather patterns in Cancun. read more
12 years ago
Went here with my boyfriend and literally had the best service I've ever had! Mosises was our server and he went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. It's super romantic and really pretty views you should definitely experience this if you come to cancun. We had the seafood platter which is to die. The drinks were really good too and all the food we ate was good. read more
11 years ago
I took my boyfriend here for his 30th birthday. This was the most beautiful romantic dinner experience I've had! The option to reserve a private cabana on the beach is a must and was worth the money. The scene was truly out of a movie. The food and cocktails were very high class. The birthday cake was unique and splendid. You can stay as long as you like and lie on the lounge chairs right outside your cabana. Absolutely loved my experience at Casitas! read more
5 years ago
service was great and the food was even better, keep in mind though that the vegetarian palette is limited and not the best, you basically have to come up with custom orders. but, they will make exceptions for you! also keep in mind that the cabana on the beach is an additional $100usd read more
11 years ago
Highly recommend if you're visiting! Having dinner on the beach alone was awesome! Topping it off with amazing service, delicious food and beautiful ambiance makes for a perfect night!!! Perfect for a large group or for two, I ordered the jumbo shrimp with scallops, the rest of my guest had the burger, chicken, salmon.. Everything was incredibly delicious! We also ordered the brownie and coconut ice cream. To reserve you pay $145 and then there's a charge of course for the food. In total for 5 ppl (no alcohol) we payed $315- all together. So worth it!! You can have dinner from 7-11pm. The overall experience is so rad; the ocean in the background, breeze coming through the cabana and privacy! read more
11 years ago
Just a few pictures..Unbelievable service and food. Can't beat sitting within feet of the sea have dinner. read more
10 years ago
Omg where do I start!? I only checked in twice but went here night and day during my 5 day stay at the Ritz Carlton. Obviously the reason behind that is, the wonderful wonderful service. Not to mention the delicious food and drinks!! Everyone who waited on us was so pleasant. Of all the ritz I've stayed at and restaurants I've been to, I must say this has been one of my favorites. read more
11 years ago
Absolutely the best experience ever ! The beach side dinner was beyond expectations. The server Moses with his assistant was on point and made our night truly magical. This is a must do if you're visiting cancun. Food was delicious from start to end. Will defiantly be back read more
11 years ago
Excellent service and food. Since we got there we were treated extremely well, they made sure everything was perfect. Food was so delicious. Great filet and buttery lobster. Nice view of the beach . Thank you guys for making that night so memorable ! read more
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