Cenzontle

4.3 (102 reviews)

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K. O.

We had a group of 15 people and stopped here for pre-dinner drinks and it was perfect! They hav a cute little deck bar right when you walk in that has larger tables of to the side. The staff was very nice and accommodating and it's in a great location!

Sydney A.

What a find! We originally had a reservation at Arca and walked up and just didn't love the ambience and hostess service so we did a quick search and found Cenzontle! Wow we're we lucky. Great ambience, music and service! Cocktails were fresh and delicious and the food... just WOW! Ordered: - Rita & Ella Cocktails - Cochinita pibil steamed bun app (my favorite dish) - stuffed peppers with goat cheese app - duck carnitas taco app (incredible) - pork ribs as our main All in all would definitely go back and recommend to any visitor. Definitely had similar food on the menu to Arca but not as expensive. We spent $140 USD for 2 but that included a few rounds of drinks. Enjoy!

Tortilla soup with bacon wrapped shrimp - best thing on the menu

Rebecca C.

Mediocre place amidst great restaurants- would not recommend even though this place opens pretty late for local standard. Best thing on the menu - tortilla soup with bacon wrapped shrimp. Just enough of spicy flavor. Catch of the day grilled with salsa - the fish was way too salty but salsa was well made on the side. Grilled vegetables- decent but the zucchini is a bit bland. Mushroom cocktail - bland despite waiter's high recommendation. Interesting addition of sesame seed but nothing to rave about. Go to casa banana next door - much better food and ambience.

Rene C.

A cute restaurant with interesting decor. Of the four dishes we ordered I would highly recommend the duck tacos and octopus. The agauachile was a little too citrusy for me. I enjoyed the gazpacho, but nothing too exciting that I would reorder the next time. Bring lots of mosquito repellent or ask for some as you're in the middle of the jungle. The restaurant does a good job smoking out the mosquito every half - 1 hour though.

Michelle D.

This was probably the cutest restaurant that we had dinner in. They refer to themselves as the secret garden and the entrance, decor, and intimacy of the restaurant certainly exudes the ambiance of a romantic secret garden. This was my first meal in Tulum, and it certainly did not disappoint. The server answered all of our questions and gave his recommendations, though from the descriptions of the items on the menu, I don't think anyone could order bad food here. My friend and I shared 3 appetizers: the octopus cocktail, the duck carnitas tacos, and a special of the night which I forget now. The octopus cocktail was definitely our favorite. The zest and spice of this dish went so well together, I wish the serving size was bigger. Though as expected, all of the items we had were amazing. This was also one of our more expensive dinners, but well worth it. The wifi here is also pretty great.

(the Felix?) but, a cocktail with strawberry, watermelon, basil, gin, herbal liquor, and house-made hibiscus salt

Crystal V.

If you don't want to read this whole thing, here are key things to note: Bring cash Sit at the bar if you can Work with Kimberly- She is friendly, knowledgeable and amazing to watch All of the drinks are well balanced and delicious It's more about what you feel like having as a dish than what is recommended. Everything is well made. We didn't know anything about this spot when we walked in. We were going to go to Casa Jaguar and they were fully booked and weren't interested in trying to fit us in despite the fact that it was a total downpour and completely empty. We grabbed our umbrella and walked maybe two blocks and saw this romantic intimate space largely lit with tea light candles. They made room for us at the bar without a reservation (7:00 on a Friday night). There are little gnomes hidden around the space. See how many you can find. The bar is stocked with fresh ingredients. I am not a fan of sweet drinks so I was hesitant to go with any signature cocktails. I ended up with the Rita Hayworth and ...egh, I can't recall the name (the Felix?) but, a cocktail with strawberry, watermelon, basil, gin, herbal liquor, and house-made hibiscus salt along the side of the goblet it was served in. They were the types of cocktails that slow you down and remind you to enjoy all the senses. They were beautiful, fragrant, refreshing and satisfying. Getting to watch them made was a show. Kimberly knew that bar like you would your own body. Everything we ate was lovely. I think choosing from the menu has more to do with what you feel like in the moment than it does with what has the highest reviews. We ordered two appetizers and one entree. We were gifted a wrapped package of assorted nuggets of bread with herb butter and soon after our seabass ceviche wrapped in long strips of cucumber and stuffed with thin slices of green apple and pickled onion. It was light with a vinegar and citrus dressing. The other was labeled as a brussel sprout dish that consisted of an even amount of carrot, cauliflower, and brussels. They were roasted and it was adorned with sweet potato mash spread on the side with what I believe was a pesto. The last was the snapper over a heap of cheesy risotto. Nothing was bland, over salted, under or overcooked. They were well rounded, beautifully plated dishes that would make even the most full person grab 'just one more bite'. I hope you enjoy as much as we did!

Rebeca V.

Probably one of the best meals I've ever had . Insanely tasty and unique. Tulum has delicious food but this place is by far the best. We are considering coming back again for our last meal. We ordered the: Apps: peppers -5/5 Duck Tacos -4.5/5 Hibiscus flower empanadas-5/5 Main Dish Catch of the day w a side veggies - 5/5 Dessert: Guanábana flan - 5/5 Must try while in Tulum !! Service 5/5 !!!

Magical, jungle, vintage, outdoor setting.

Steve N.

We checked out every top rated restaurant in Tulum and Cenzontle is one of the best. The food quality is incredible. I recommend trying the stuffed goat cheese chiles! They are amazing. The cocktails are delicious. The price is a little more expensive than most restaurants here, but it's worth it.

Erin A.

In researching places for dinner in Tulum, Cenzontle was recommended as an alternative to Hartwood and just a great place to go. I would say I still liked Hartwood better, but I'm glad we gave this place a try. Stopped in on a Saturday about 8ish, and the place was pretty much empty. It's on the jungle side of the main road in Tulum, so, while the atmosphere is charming like most of the restaurants in Tulum (built into the jungle, rustic, candlelit), the heat and humidity was stifling. More so than some of the other similar restaurants. The atmosphere was quaint, though, with mismatched table and chairs and lamps -- very antique, vintage shabby chic. We ordered a couple of drinks, which were named after celebrities from a golden era -- Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Josephine Baker. As others have mentioned, they were a bit watered down. Could have been because it was so warm, the ice in the drinks were melting super fast. I also kind of wondered rather there was actually any alcohol in them. We ordered the piquito pepper appetizer, and the tortilla battered shrimp and grilled fish appetizers. The peppers were the standout. Filled with creamy goat cheese, they were melt in your mouth. When they brought out the shrimp, I actually thought it was a joke. For $350 pesos, I got four shrimp. Four. With this tiny side of sorbet and a few other unmemorable items. This dish basically gave off the impression that it didn't know what it wanted to be. That's not to say the shrimp wasn't nicely cooked and full of flavor. Just an odd mash of things on the plate and completely overpriced. My friend had the fish, and I'm sad to say I can't really remember much about it. Other than these large leaves of greens that tasted like arugula. And, while our server was extremely nice, we waited for quite some time once finished to even be checked on or to be able to ask for the check. In fact, there was one server who was standing aimlessly at the bar right in front of us. This place was definitely a jardin secreto, with a lovely if somewhat hot atmosphere. However, the food and price points were not as attractive. With all the other delicious places to eat in town, don't feel to bad if you can't make this one.

Looked great, until we realized it was half overcooked and half raw. The most disgusting thing I've been served in recent memory. Truly foul

I'm going to get all the positive things out of the way first, because this was the worst food experiences in recent memory. Front of house staff was great, very attentive and nice. Ambience was nice. You can park in the lot next door for $100 pesos. Plating was very attractive (this actually may be a negative because it's sort of a bait and switch once you actually eat the food). The name (which I didn't look up until after we left) is actually very fitting. It's the Spanish word for mockingbird, the bird that's famous for copying other birds' songs. Cenzotle is just like a mockingbird, initial impressions give you one idea about what you're getting, but upon further inspection, it's all a lie. Cute atmosphere, great plating, good servers, menu that looks legit. None of that matters when you're left wondering if the cooks can even cook! Forget the flavor profile, these people are serving barely edible dishes, and even when given the chance to fix it, can't get it right. We started out with two appetizers, the peppers and aquachile sea bass. The peppers (sweet peppers with a goat cheese filling) were fine, kind of bland but no big deal, we figured they were going for a softer profile since it was a first course. The aquachile sea bass dish was the best thing we had there, but it's really only the sea bass itself that sticks out. The other ingredients just seem sort of thrown in there. They give you some free bread and butter, and the bread comes in these cute little bags with a sticker saying when it was prepped. Most of the bread was stale, and the butter (homemade) was bland and had a weird mouthfeel. For the main course, we ordered the pork ribs and the octopus. Both dishes came out looking great, but they were two of the worst things I've ever been served (I'm including hospital food for the record). The ribs looked like a decent portion, stacked nicely with a bunch of orange sauce. At first glance it was two medium sized ribs and a few riblets on top. Once we dug in, we realized it was two bones with cartilage and gristle, topped with straight bones and chunks of more cartilage. I'm not exaggerating, there was no meat on the stuff they put on top, it was literally bones covered in sauce. The flavor was extremely sweet, I don't think I would have liked it even if they had served us any edible pieces of meat. The most disgusting part of this meal was the octopus. Let me preface by saying, I love octopus, I eat it all the time and I've literally eaten it every day I've been in Mexico for this trip. When the dish came out, we were pretty excited because once again, the plating was great. They also gave us 4 tentacles, which is an excellent amount. When I tried to cut off a piece, my knife wouldn't cut through all the way because the octopus was so rubbery. Bizarrely enough, half the pieces were overcooked, tough and rubbery and the other half was almost raw. We sent it back, and they sent us out a new dish. This appeared to be better than the first, because at least my knife went through it. We soon realized this piece was also half raw. We ate a couple bites of the parts that were cooked and then asked for the check. How a restaurant pretending to be higher end can put out poorly cooked octopus twice in a row is beyond me. I wasn't willing to ask for a third. If I had less shame, I would've sent both the main courses back, but we were very hungry and the front of house staff was really nice so I felt bad. I haven't written a review in some time, but the fact that a restaurant is serving seafood when they don't know how to cook it is dangerous. Please do not eat at this place. It's not even that it's not worth the price, these people clearly have no idea what they are doing. It tastes like a couple of drunk cooks overhead someone who could actually cook describe an interesting menu, and this was their first attempt at recreating that menu while hungover from the night before. Management, you should honestly be ashamed.

Chi T.

Went to Cenzontle for our second dinner in Tulum. What we had: (1) great seared duck breast with asparagus in an extraordinary agave sauce (2) ok grilled fish dish that we didn't think much of (3) refreshing shrimp ceviche (4) subpar keema crumble with ice cream. Overall great vibe, superb service, cheap wine but inconsistent quality of food.

Thy D.

Overall an amazing meal--possibly our best of the week long visit. The atmosphere is great with good tunes, vintage/shabby chic miss-matched furniture. It's on the jungle side so it's a little warmer and slightly buggy. Since we couldn't decide between all of the appetizer options we went for a full small plates dinner: all of the apps in lieu of ordering any mains. Menu consisted of the piquillo peppers, duck carnitas tacos, hibiscus empanadas, Pibil pork steam bun and octopus cocktail. All were fantastic with the piquillo peppers and duck carnitas tacos as stand outs. We finished with the brownie and ice cream. Brownie was warm and dense Both us had the Rita Hayworth cocktail which was refreshing but seemed watered down. I'm a slow drinker and it was quite warm which might have contributed to this. Service was attentive without being smothering. Overall, it was a fantastic meal and would recommend it to anyone I a heartbeat. Bonus: it's a family run business.

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Lubaina A.

5 years ago

We had the Piquillo peppers, ravioli and catch of the day (sea bass). Everything was very delicious. Overall, this place has a slightly more chill, garden-like vibe, and we loved the music playlist. Highly recommend! read more

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Kimberly L.

10 years ago

My husband and I dined for dinner one evening based on some of the reviews; however, I was sorely disappointed with their portion sizing and "meh" service. We arrived at the restaurant upon opening (6:30pm on Jan.1), and we were the first customers, so I had at least expected attentive service. Shortly after we ordered our first round of drinks and food orders, it was difficult to get our server's attention. The drinks were tasty but weak. My husband had to go back to the room because we had forgotten something, and I requested a second drink as he left. He returned about 20 minutes later, and my second drink still had not come out. Once he sat down, my second drink arrived along with our food. He ordered the braised pork, and I had the rabbit stew. His portion seemed reasonable for the price; however, I had a lot of soup in my bowl and perhaps one or two meager strips of rabbit at the bottom. Now, if you are going to advertise rabbit soup, that's fine. But don't put a ridiculous price tag on a bowl of rabbit stew if it is mostly chili-flavored soup with meager portions of rabbit. I am not one to exaggerate in reviews because I know how critical they are to a business, but to say the least, I was really upset about what was advertised versus what I received. Ridiculously enough, I was given a few corn tortillas to "wrap" my rabbit meat with, but that was a bust as I ended up scalding my palms and famished by the end of the evening. There also seemed to be a lot of miscommunication between our server and the kitchen because we had to ask 2-3 times for extra tortillas. At that time, the restaurant had just started getting busy, but if you're going to own an establishment, you need to properly train your staff to handle rush hour...in Tulum...yes, Tulum. I was so annoyed with the evening that had there been a McDonald's next door, I would have gotten up and grabbed a few big macs for sustenance. To say the least, when we return to Tulum, we will not be dining at Cenzontle again. read more

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Dan P.

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10 years ago

Loved the staff there, and the food and drinks were off the charts as well. Their cocktails were amazing. They had one with muddled pepper and pineapple that had the option of mescal or tequila. I went for the mescal version and it was fantastic. The duck tacos were addicting. They get their masa from a famous taco truck (am not allowed to say which one) and it is that earthy, gritty tortilla you can only dream of in the united states. Have fun....you will love it. TIP If one or two people, sit at the bar and chat with the bar tenders. Really nice guys. read more

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Helen S.

11 years ago

Incredible evening of wonderful food and service! A romantic, candlelit setting greeted us when we walked in. Make sure to ask for "smokers" (burning egg crates) as there are lots of mosquitos. We decided to try the stuffed hibiscus empanadas w avocado mousse as its something I've never had before and it was incredible. The octopus/pear appetizer was beautifully presented as it was delicious. As suggested by our server, the local catch of the day exceeded my expectations as it bursted with flavor. My fiancé loved his choice of the rabbit stew that had the right amount of spice to it. The warm brownie w banana gelato is a must! It's up there with one of the best desserts I've had. The staff are truly the sweetest people, the owner is a riot, and his cute dog sat next to me throughout the evening. Don't miss this place as it will help make your trip to Tulum a memorable one :) read more

Cenzontle - Grilled octopus and pear appetizer...beautiful and awesome flavor - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

Cenzontle - Hibiscus /Amaranth Stuffed Empanadas w Avocado Mousse - a must try! - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Filix G.

7 years ago

This spot was recommended by a hostess from a different restaurant and the entire experience was amazing. Great service, ambience, food, music, location...everything worked out! read more

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Tim H.

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10 years ago

If you're looking up restaurants in Tulum, congrats. That means you are already in paradise or soon will be. And let me tell you, out of all the great foodie places on the stretch of Tulum beach, I think Cenzontle was by far the best and was one of the better restaurants I've been to in awhile regardless of location. While I was in Tulum for a week, my wife and I went to Cenzontle three times. The first night we just stumbled upon it and liked the look of the menu so we went for it. I had the Rabbit Birria and even though I was hesitant to get a hot & spicy rabbit stew in 80F weather I'm so glad I did because it was incredibly delicious! The flavors were layered, exciting, and fantastically tasty. My wife had the Snapper catch of the day, which was topped with sage & capers and served with a side of quinoa and asparagus. I recommend both dishes and I absolutely fell in love with snapper while in Tulum. One of the most surprising elements of Cenzontle were the cocktails. Coming from Chicago I can attest that the bartenders at Cenzontle were true mixologists. These were the best cocktails at Tulum Beach and compete with some of the best craft cocktails I've had in Chicago and other North American cities. The Garbo, Madame Piaf, and Ella Fitzgerald were all exceptional (plus I love the names!). Mauricio in particular was a great bartender and was friendly, talented, and fun to talk to. He gave my wife and I a free shot since we were on our honeymoon. We came back for drinks a couple nights later, and then our last night we returned with some friends to have our goodbye meal. Cenzontle, like most restaurants at Tulum Beach is expensive in the Mexican context, but it's about on par with going out in a major US city. With 2 entrees and a couple drinks I would expect paying $100 total. I hope I get back to Tulum and if I do Cenzontle is the one restaurant I will definitely go to! I can't recommend it enough! read more

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Jyotsna K.

7 years ago

Pricey but the food was good. $100 for 2 entrees and a drink each. We got the tortilini which was yum but the quantity was very less. Bring cash. They do serve you some free bread so thats nice. We were here for dinner and then walked over to casa jaguar for Thursday night party! read more

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James K.

8 years ago

The pork short ribs were amazing. The octopus cocktail was second to none. My wife and are are not big eaters so we shared the octopus cocktail as a starter, then shared the ribs. The ribs were prepared to perfection and the meat just fell off the bone. We would whole heartedly recommend to friends, family and fellow yelpers. read more

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Jemma C.

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8 years ago

I feel awful for downgrading my review but it's just not what it was 3yrs ago. It felt heartless and lacked ambience something most restaurants in Tulum excel at. I've been sending people here for years but I'm not sure I'd recommend it any more. The staff were a pleasure but everything else lacked for me. read more

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Meg S.

11 years ago

This lovely restaurant, appropriately named el 'jardin secreto', is one of Tulum's best kept secrets. The owners Ivan and Linda are such amazing and accommodating people, the ambiance is unpretentious yet jungle chic, and the food is thoughtful and unexpected. We held an event for our wedding here based on a recommendation from our planner, and I must say-Cenzontle exceeded expectations. The bartenders are some of the hardest working I have ever come across and the waitstaff did such a great job of making sure all of our guests were happy and well-fed. All of the craft cocktails were delicious and eclectic and the food was equally outstanding. Some noteworthy menu items include the duck tacos, beet gazpacho, coconut shrimp and hibiscus empanadas. There are many options on the beach road, but please pay Linda and Ivan a visit when you are in Tulum. Cenzontle will dazzle your tastebuds and celebrates the true essence of this this very special town! read more

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Sam A.

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10 years ago

With so many great restaurants to choose from this wouldn't be my first pick but it's still decent food and a nice ambience. My favorite dish was the grilled octopus on pears. Very unique and delicious flavors. Everything else was just ok. I ordered an old fashioned and it came out more like a frothy whiskey sour. Whiskey lovers- Arca has an awesome old fashioned FYI. read more

Cenzontle - Entrance. Great ambiance. The lights kept going out but it was actually kind of awesome with all of the candles lit. - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Sue N.

7 years ago

The atmosphere, decor and service are nice, and the dishes were beautifully presented. I wish the food were better. I had the short ribs, which were just too sweet. It needed to be balanced with something sharp or spicy. My daughter enjoyed the duck, but the mole was not as complex as I have had other places. My son had the fish, which was nicely cooked, but the sides on the dish were bland. Because it is on jungle side, the restaurant periodically smokes the place with incense to deal with the mosquitoes. This is unpleasant and detracts from meal. read more

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Natascha S.

9 years ago

BEST food we had on our trip to Mexico. We absolutely loved this place! We came here after running through Tulum in a storm and it really felt like we're entering a secret garden. I had the filled pumpkin which was beyond delicious. The atmosphere was magical and beautiful, even the restrooms were really cool. Both of our waiters were friendly and sweet as well. You should definitely check this place out when you're in Tulum. read more

Cenzontle - Filled Pumkin - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Taylor G.

10 years ago

Nice ambiance. Pretty typical for tulum on the jungle side. Outdoor seating, under tents. Rustic/rugged. Food: Unique and refreshing. Had the pork bun (larger than you would expect. More like the size of a sandwich, vs. Asian style pork bun). Great flavor. Crispy pork with great sauce. Watch out for the few jalapeños sliced and served as garnish. We also had the octopus and pear. Unique flavors. Loved the pear. For the entree we had the catch of the day. It was grouper. Solid dish. Nothing to write home about, but enjoyed it. We left full and satisfied. Minus the bugs!! read more

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Ben R.

8 years ago

My wife and I had a really great experience eating at Cenzontle. This came at the recommendation of the concierge at Cabañas Tulum which was spot on. To start we each tried some of the house beer (a peach pale ale) which was very tasty. Afterwards we shared the duck carnitas taco which was very tender and well seasoned. For our main course my wife had the grilled octopus and I had the fish special served over risotto. Both were delicious! As far as the ambiance goes, I thought it was perfect. There was just the right amount of background noice/music plus very romantic lighting combined with an interesting decor. We also thought the price was a nice middle ground compared to some of the more hyped beach restaurants. Overall this was our best meal while in Tulum and would highly recommend! read more

Cenzontle - Fish special - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Rochel M.

8 years ago

Amazing! I didn't believe the reviews until I experienced this place for myself. Nice music and the food is top notch. Back in my home town we would have paid twice as much. Prices are reasonable for the area, service great and food was delish! Had the sea bass appetizer (sort of ceviche style), duck entree and an amazing margarita. Dont pass this place by. read more

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Ricardo R.

174

8 years ago

The fish of the day with butter was delicious, selection the wine is good and decoration and atmosphere exquisite

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Puddin G.

10 years ago

Incredible flavors, charming and attentive staff, and the most romantic garden setting that epitomizes the best boho chic of Tulum. My husband and I intended to order full meals but we were so excited about the innovative selections on the appetizer menu that we ordered them all (some twice) and shared for our dinner, along with their amazing local organic wines. We can't wait to go back for more apps, entrees, and dessert. This is a really special place, with attention to every detail, and the creative sauces and taste and texture combinations are out of this world. read more

Cenzontle - Appetizer heaven!!! - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

Cenzontle - Candlelight garden. - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

Cenzontle - Peppers and goat cheese (so good we ordered them twice), duck carnitas tacos, and grilled octopus appetizers. - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Jan L.

106

8 years ago

If flan and coffee mezcal shot are your thing then try this spot. The flan had an interesting texture, more like cheese cake but still very yummy! And holy cow, the mezcal coffee shot committed so well with that flan. Take one sip of the mezcal then one bite of the flan, a very satisfying experience after walking in the dark on that jungle road read more

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Christina R.

9 years ago

Let's recognize that five stars in the jungle is different than five stars in San Francisco or New York. Having said that.....we had an amazing meal and amazing service here. Beautiful food (especially the stuffed pepper and duck tacos). Cocktails and wine list were fantastic. Kind, well paced service. Bug spray available for those who need it (is!). One of my favorite meals in Tulum, and one of the top three overall (and the food was amazing!) read more

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D W.

116

8 years ago

Standout food, service, and craft cocktails. I came in for a light meal. Ordered the sea bass appetizer at the waiter's suggestion. Delicious flavor combo with citrus, salt of the squid ink sauce, and sweetness of the bass. Also enjoyed the herbal flavors of the mezcal cocktail. I only wish I'd been hungry enough to order more. read more

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Abigail G.

262

8 years ago

This place was incredible. Loved the atmosphere. One of the staff at Hartwood actually recommended this place to us and we were NOT disappointed. Due to reservation issues, we didn't get to eat at Hartwood but were surprised to see Cenzontle with better reviews so we headed there. Great drinks and service and the food was incredible. The roasted ancho peppers with goat cheese (and something about chipotle perfume?) was so darn good. Almost no matter where you sit, you feel the privacy. Don't be afraid to ask for the bug spray- they have a ton on hand for bugs. We almost came back a 2nd time but our quick weekend get-away was over. read more

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Anon N.

8 years ago

If you're looking for a delicious dinner in a quiet garden lit up like a fairytale, this place is for you. The food was excellent - be warned, the menu on their website is not necessarily the menu you will get at the restaurant but it is absolutely delicious nonetheless. We got the ribs, steak and Brussels sprouts, and both the food and the quality was excellent. Their neighbour's mutt sometimes wanders in (drawn by the smell of all that deliciousness I bet) and wanders through the guests. He is friendly and very cute and doesn't bother anyone who doesn't want to meet him. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a good dinner. Two entrees, a vegetable/appetiser, and a bottle of wine will set you back around $ 130; it's worth it. read more

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Vanessa N.

10 years ago

I just got to my hotel from celebrating my 31st birthday here. The meal was my favorite so far on this trip. We had the piquillo peppers with goat cheese and the mushrooms as appetizers. I ordered the pork ribs over sweet potato purée and apricot compote. If you love sweet and salty, get the pork ribs. Uh-mazing! For dessert we had the fried shaved carrot glazed with dulce de leche over panna cotta gelato. I am going to dream of this meal once I am back home. The place also has great music and ambiance - think candlelit dinner in the jungle. They even offer free bug spray at the entrance, which was convenient since I forgot to spray some on before leaving the hotel. Great, friendly staff. read more

Cenzontle - Pork ribs - Mexican Near Me - Tulum, ROO

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Jaime R.

173

9 years ago

We went there our first night in Tulum at the recommendation of our hotel and it was such a perfect introduction to the town! Situated on the "jungle" side of the road, it's a charming and eclectic vibe with twinkly lights and kitschy table lamps in an adorable way. The food was very very good as well. We had octopus and a stuffed pumpkin dish which was insanely good. The menu is small but everything was yummy. They also had large farm style tables so this would be good to go with a group. The service was iffy but we were also tucked away in a little corner so that might have been it. read more

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Jesus M.

9 years ago

Great experience, ambience, music And the food straight out a culinary experience wondeful mix of ingredients to wash it all down with some great cocktails a must if visiting Tulum read more

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Stanek A.

8 years ago

Delicious food, friendly waiter, super design. Cenzontle is definitely one of my favorite restaurant on Tulum beach. Great vibe... a bit pricy but totally worth it! read more

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Anthony C.

8 years ago

We went to this restaurant on our second night in Tulum, and I have to say that it was a very good restaurant. We arrived somewhat late, and we were seated immediately, since it was not very crowded. I liked the lighting and atmosphere. Our server was very kind, and took our orders quickly. We ordered some hibiscus empanadas and coconut ceviche for appetizers, and they were both very tasty. I ordered the barbacoa with Valladolid lamb, which came with tortillas, beans, and pickled onions. The food was quite delicious, and I took advantage of the fact that there were warm tortillas in order to make a taco. I took away a star, because the service was somewhat slow, and the menu only included a few things, but I would definitely return. food 5 stars service: 4 stars employee kindness: 5 stars menu variety: 3.5 stars cleanliness: 4.5 stars atmosphere: 4.5 stars read more

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Georgeann S.

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8 years ago

Amazing food, ambiance and service! Loved everything about our dinner, drinks and delicious dessert. I'd go back in a heart beat. Be sure to wear some bug spray though - you are eating outside. :) read more

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Nick W.

9 years ago

Dinner in the rain, I had the pastor, she had the pumpkin. We shared a couple appetizers. Everything was perfect. I was about to order too much, (typical American) and the waitress guideded me to the perfect amount. Like I said, Great service & excellent cocktails. Felt almost like a pop-up restaurant given the various tent type situation overhead. Definately worth a stop. A real gem read more

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Keisha R.

7 years ago

My husband and I dined here on a Friday night. The friendly wait staff, low key environment and home-like ambiance lured us in. I had the catch of the day; it was beautifully cooked, lightly seasoned and served with a fresh side salad with slices of grapefruit. My husband had the homemade pasta with grilled shrimp. Both meals were perfecto! Still, both slightly hungry after our meal, we ordered roasted pork tacos with a fried piece of chicharron just over the top, oh my goodness! Best taco we've ever eaten. We ended our meal with a slice of homemade apple pie and tarragon ice cream. Overall, it was a great experience. read more

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Greg B.

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OK so I'm torn writing this review. We just got back from our week long adventures in Tulum and we had a great time. Including here at Cenzontle. We didn't stay for dinner, although it sounded like some of the dishes are pretty good here. We went for an hour or so, had a drink or to and hung out talking to the bartenders while we waited for our late dinner reservation at Hartwood. So, some notes about Cenzontle... + really nice look here, cozy cazual jungle theme, we sat at the bar under the protection from the rain that was coming/going that evening. tiki torches, cool setup overall. + SUPER nice and friendly bartenders. They were polite, didn't mind chatting with us, gave us GREAT local spot recommendations for the rest of our trip. + they have some decent craft beer options if you ask, also they seemed to have some "homebrewed" options also. I tried one of those. - the drinks. My wife had one, it was kind of "not that good". not too strong, in a tall boring glass, and just compared to some we had at other places was missing that something special. - i tried one of the homemade beers. ah, it just wasn't really ready for prime time. no carbonation, kind of just malted water. i really wanted to like it, being beer making is my new fav hobby. my thoughts are they should perfect their recipe and/or hobby before releasing it to customers. i then switched gears and got one of the other not homemade beers. If we had gone again, I really would try the Rabbit Birria based on some reviews I read. I wanted to get that one. But you know when you get drinks somewhere, if they don't have that down, sometimes you don't want to try the food. So many options. But if we go back to Tulum, maybe we'll try again? read more

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Britt M.

11 years ago

This place was closed! Supposedly for the next month. Would have been nice for them. Not to accept and online reservation seeing as we had to take a cab there especially to go there. The restaurant 3 doors down la Velda was fantastic though! read more

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Erika A.

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Great food ! Interesting, local ingredients made everything unique and delicous. The wait staff was attentive even when we got bit by bugs - bring your bug spray - but they have some there too thank goodness. The octopus on pear appetizer is delicious and the hibiscus flower empanadas were tasty ! read more

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Kevin B.

9 years ago

Everything was wonderful about this place. Drinks were very tasty, and the food was spectacular. Pretty spendy, but you get what you pay for. The pumpkin bowl is unique and very tasty and not just for vegetarians! I almost went with the catch of the day ( which was a white snapper ) that my wife got, but this way we had more variation ( good suggestion from our waiter ) read more

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Tiffany L.

7 years ago

Cenzontle is a super cute self-professed "secret garden" and place to eat. We made reservations for our large group and was seated immediately. While the food and drinks were decent, what soured the experience were that the server rarely came by and as it got colder as the night went on, it took us ~30 mins to get the bill and pay. He wouldn't even let us leave without double checking the bill, which took extra time. read more

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Huong H.

7 years ago

Food was good. Terrible service. Waiter not attentive at all. Ignored us the whole meal. Tip was already automatically included in the bill. Definitely would not come back. read more

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Gen M.

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9 years ago

Best restaurant in Tulum. So romantic and we had the most amazing empanadas. The ambiance is perfect and we can't wait to go back!

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Kristine C.

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10 years ago

Wow, forget the famed Hartwood of the Tulum beach area, go to Cenzontle! Wonderful helpful staff, amazing and interesting food and beer (and if your lucky some magic!). It was NYE and we needed a place to celebrate. We are not ones to book ahead of time or spend $500 for a super fancy coursed our meal. We wanted a fund time, good food, then to feel free to roam the beach. During our early afternoon stroll along the main road the staff told us to return before 8 to try and get a seat. They were not accepting reservations, or something like that. Maybe they were, for larger parties. Anyways, we returned maybe around 7 and were seated right away. The restaurant was already almost full and a line at the bar was forming. Our waiter was super super nice and friendly. He was very informative and took the time to answer all of our questions on the menu that night. The food is very innovative and experimental. It might sound odd, but trust them there is probably a reason they paired hibiscus flower with onion and ginger in bread. We dined al fresco at night, so things were a bit darker. I still enjoyed the warm lighting, trellises and eclectic decor. To eat, you are started with homemade bread and butter. Oh the butter, it was a rosemary, herb light butter. It was soo delicious. (we are from Chicago and bread and butter are several of the well known restaurant's strong points and Cenzontel's butter rivaled those of our city!). Needless to say, we felt right at home. My fiance and I were going to head back to our small hotel to enjoy a family dinner, so we only ordered a main between the two of us. Our main dish option turned out not to be my cup-of-tea, though it was very good and my fiance still raves about it and says it was his best meal of the trip and one of the best pieces of fish he has had (he is a fish connoisseur, not a meat eater). I am pretty sure the menu has already changed, at least the online menu has. It is possible they will have the same selection when you arrive. We had a piece of bass similar to the one currently listed on their menu (local lagoon bass fillet) that was soaked in coconut water and wrapped in a seaweed, with a perfume of something and sprouts. Personally, for me the sprouts were way too much and overpowering. I also did not like the crispy tortilla strips they threw on. The fish inside the seaweed was white, juicy and tasting. I wish we had ordered more so I could have fallen in love with something. I still loved seeing my fiance nom nom nom on a dish. Of course NYE, we ordered or first dessert of the night. That night, we wend with the dark chocolate lava cake and ice cream. It was delicious. If we return to this part of Tulum, we will return to dine again! read more

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Rocco M.

10 years ago

This place is a class act. Amazing bartenders, amazing service, amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing atmosphere. This place mirrors the magical and enchanting atmosphere of Tulum. The owner / management has taken the extra effort to make sure every little detail is perfect. Love this place. read more

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Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Km 7.3
77780 Tulum, Quintana Roo
Mexico
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984 204 8628
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http://www.cenzontletulum.com/

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Hours

What time does Cenzontle open?

Cenzontle opens at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cenzontle close?

Cenzontle closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cenzontle take credit cards?

No, Cenzontle does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cenzontle have catering options?

No, Cenzontle does not have catering options.

Does Cenzontle have a happy hour?

No, Cenzontle does not have a happy hour.

Does Cenzontle serve alcohol?

Yes, Cenzontle serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Cenzontle allow dogs?

Yes, Cenzontle allows dogs.

Does Cenzontle have TVs?

No, Cenzontle does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cenzontle have bike parking?

Yes, Cenzontle has bike parking.

Does Cenzontle have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cenzontle has outdoor seating options.

Does Cenzontle have parking?

Yes, Cenzontle has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Cenzontle wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cenzontle is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cenzontle have free WiFi?

Yes, Cenzontle has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We love experimenting with mexican flavors and rest of the world cuisine, twist's in conventional mexican dishes, or mexican twist's into traditional world known recipes. Freshly cut, muddle on the spot fruit are the main contents of our cocktailery. We focus in a full Tulum experience, great food, drinks, service and ambiance.

History

Established in 2013.

Ivan Angeles, owner, conceived Cenzontle, after crossing through the front gate of what it used to be, years ago his house. Picked in, and the vision came. A place with heart and soul was on its way, aiming to create a place where people can relax and enjoy a meal and drinks, with a friendly and laid back service, just like Tulum itself. Inspired in a grand mothers house, we try to replicate the feeling of being home in a lush jungle setting. Baroque meets A Tribe Called Quest, Greta Garbo meets the caribbean. Living ten years in Tulum, Ivan has understood the energy that vibrates in this magical caribbean town, and the old school feeling of it, can be felt in its heart warming ambiance.

Meet the Manager: Ivan A.

Traveller, restauranteur, has lived in over 5 countries and 9 different cities. Helped his restaurant education in places like the Botswana Butchery in Queenstown, or the Michelin Star restaurant F12 in Stockholm. New flavors and surprising combinations are his passion.

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La Corriente

4.8(63 reviews)

0.7 km

We ordered the octopus It's amazing !…read moreSo tender and fresh ! Must order, service is amazing ! Definitely "must to go" restaurant in Tulum !

No repeats is usually a vacay rule. But when in the Yucatán, this spot is an exception to the rule…read more These dishes are what I love about Mexican food and their salsa de habanero is a spicy lovers dream. Whole grilled octopus -- absolutely incredibly prepared. Tender, so much flavor, and the potatoes are delish. Deep fried soft shell crab taco -- favorite bite! This thing is HUGE! All four of us got one and loved this most. Shrimp molcajete -- think Mexican gravy with seafood. And some fried cheesy stick things that oozed and the cheese just didn't stop! I've been here multiple times now and each time the service is impeccable. They are welcoming and it's all operated by locals -- no hip looking expats here, all the real deal. And I love that!

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NÜ Tulum

4.4(91 reviews)

1.2 km

Was a bit underwhelmed by this spot to be honest. The aesthetics were on point, open air concept…read morewith widely spaced tables, candles, decent music. They start you off with a complimentary piece of toast with some vegetable chunks. Each of us got a quarter of a piece of dry white bread that I would pass on in the future but the vegetables paired with it had decent flavor. I got the passion fire as my drink and very much enjoyed it. It was sweet and refreshing with just the right amount of heat. 9/10. For appetizers my group split the duck tartlet with pink mole, the sweet potato agrodolce, and the hamachi tiradito. The duck was well cooked and tender but lacking in flavor. The pink mole wasn't adding much to the dish other than creaminess. The tart shell was awful. It was thick and dry and reminiscent of a premade store bought tart shell. 5/10. The sweet potato agrodolce was good, the sweet potato and squash ribbons had a nice firm texture and snap but all of the flavor came from the yogurt sauce that they were sitting on. 7/10. The hamachi tiradito was my favorite of the apps. The fish was fresh and light, the flavors were interesting with the combination of the sweet banana vinaigrette, the salty umami ponzu, and the sweet tangy mango, chili, cucumber salsa. This dish was the best of the night, 8/10. For mains we split the catch of the day, which was red snapper, and the broken beet. The fish was underwhelming, being a bit overcooked and dry. The sauce it was drenched in helped with the dryness but didn't lend much flavor. The yuca chips were a nice addition, adding a nice crunch to contrast the soft textures of the fish and sauce but again, not lending much in flavor. Chips could have been salted. 6/10. The beets were cooked well, they were soft and tender and paired nicely with the sour cream, turmeric oil, and salad. The turmeric oil added acidity, the salad added freshness and also acidity from the dressing it had, and the sour cream added a nice creaminess and tangy. These flavors offset the richness of the beets nicely. My second favorite dish, 8/10. For dessert we went with the "corn," which was a cake shaped like a corn cob with a chopped nut center and what I think was real corn kernels across the exterior, paired with a corn ice cream. Overall a solid dessert, the chopped nuts added a nice crunch however the cake as a whole was a bit dry. The ice cream added some needed moisture and paired nicely with the cake, though the texture was a bit icy, more like a corn sorbet than a corn ice cream. 6/10. Overall a good experience but with its high prices and small portions I wouldn't go back. The apps were on average between $20-$30 usd, with mains being between $25-$50 usd, and dessert $20 usd.

This is an unusual find in Tulum (or maybe fine dining is becoming more common there these days?)…read more Top notch service. We arrived on a rainy night and they improvised a valet device for us. We were seated in a lovely indoor/outdoor room, tables spaced well apart from other diners. Our waiter explained both the drinks and the food. In fact, when I wanted to order a glass of wine, he offered to have us taste all the reds they had available (since he didn't have faith in the one I had my eye on). The food was on the fancy side and very very good. One dish didn't succeed, but the rest did. It was a lovely night and we ate well!

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ARCA

4.3(349 reviews)

0.2 km

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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.

Second time at Arca and much better than our first! We had…read more* our go-to soft shell crab tacos- lightly breaded and served with local edible leaf as a taco shell * prawns with curry sauce- perfectly grilled with the head on * grilled octopus * scallop ceviche that was amazingly presented and seasoned, served with in-house crackers * sea bass filet * dessert- coconut/passionfruit/ mango ice cream served in a husk. Great mixture of flavors! Chocolate ice cream - beautifully presented and some rich chocolate ice cream as well, and another dessert that I forgot. So maybe that one may be just okay LOL * drinks - Miami Nice (passionfruit) and a no name drink that the resto blends into a clear drink, served with a guava block. You take a piece of the guava block and leave it on your tongue, and sip your drink. Very very smooth! Would highly recommend this unknown drink. Michelin starred, reservations highly recommended. Better to come without heels since the flooring is made out of pebbles, dim lighting contributing to the dining experience, and fantastic service.

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Mexican Wagyu Tlayuda

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Simple

4.2(31 reviews)

0.8 km

•$$$

Simple was simply delicious! Bad jokes aside, this place was located in a very touristy area filled…read morewith restaurants and boutique hotels, and the food and service were great! My friend and I split the Simple Fish Ceviche (peanuts, chia seeds, serrano peppers, red onions, etc.) and that was so fresh and flavorful! He got the tuna dish which was also great, but my black rice with octopus, calamari, and plantains was seriously A+. The black rice must have been made with squid ink or something but the total combination was a seriously savory seafood dish that was extremely filling and not like anything I've ever had before. I highly recommend getting this dish, but, be warned, it is EXTREMELY filling! After the ceviche and a passionfruit mojito (also delicious), I only had room for half of my entree. Another upside is that many of the staff can speak English. The only downside we had was a weird moment with the check. The receipt said "tip" in Spanish but then had a bolded "No tip included" at the bottom. We also tried paying with card because we didn't have any cash, and the first time around our waiter said the internet was down and he couldn't run the card through. We asked him to try again and it went through that second time. Also, this is a much pricier restaurant than other places in Tulum/Mexico with dishes mostly in the $20 range. Aside from that, I really recommend going to this place for the delicious food!

Pricing here is like at Tenadie's infamous place in Les Mis: "charge 'em for the lice, extra for…read morethe mice, 2% for looking in the mirror twice!" The food is already overpriced, even by Tulum tourist standards. Then adding the posted exchange rate, the cost unexpectedly increases 15%. And they charge an additional 5% for using a credit card. AND there is an automatic gratuity of 15% for any size party, which is insult added on injury for the painfully slow service. If you want outstanding Tulum seafood try EL CAMELLO JR on highway 307. That's where local fishermen sell their FRESH catch DAILY. El Camello is easy to find or reach by taxi, it gets a higher Yelp rating, and the service and prices are honest and friendly. Be aware that El Camello only accepts cash, a testament to its local authenticity and popularity. El Camello was recommended by our concierge when we asked for a seafood recommendation, and it was well worth the 10 min drive. You'll wait a lot longer than that for your food to be served at Simple. If you'd rather eat on the Tulum strip, then just a few yards down the road try Alma Tulum which has equally good food (including grilled seafood), an ocean view, great ambiance, and genuinely warm Mexican hospitality without abusive pricing for unsuspecting tourists.

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Super cute decor

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Casa Banana

4.1(213 reviews)

0.5 km

•$$$

We stumbled upon Casa Banana while walking the beach road in Tulum looking for a dinner spot. It's…read morea Michelin guided restaurant and we were lucky to get a table on a Wednesday night since we didn't have a Rez. It's a very vibey spot with low lighting and a boho atmosphere. The highlight of the entire night was the baked fig appetizer! It was gooey and delicious! We also ordered the whole fish baked in the wood fire oven. The fish of the night was yellowtail. First time to ever eat a whole fish and wow was it good! For cocktails we got the Pilar, which had the lightest hint of hazelnut, and the Emerald whiskey cocktail. It was unique, but the Pilar was better. Service was very attentive and made great recommendations. Go check this place out and try and make a reservation for the weekends.

Had some time to kill before our reservation at Ilios, so my friends and I came here for a couple…read moreappetizers and it ended up being such a great find. I've been eyeing Casa Banana every night we've been here and it felt so much more chill compared to all the surrounding party restaurants. It was the perfect stop for a reset. The vibe was top tier. So intimate and cozy, and it felt really nice sitting by the fire on such a chilly night. Our server Joaquin was so friendly and attentive and took great care of us. The octopus salad was so lovely, and the Argentinian chorizo was honestly one of the best chorizo I've had. Not very spicy, served with perfectly toasted focaccia and roasted vegetables. We also loved the pickled eggplant that came with it. They brought out complimentary toast and spread when we first arrived too which was so sweet. So happy we stopped here

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Wood fire oven

Asparagus with goat cheese and garlic

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Snapper with sauteed vegetables and mashed sweet potato.

La Malinche

4.7(85 reviews)

0.5 km

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.

Amazing and absolutely delicious! I had the shrimp and beef tacos so good. I'll be back for sure!read more

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Welcome Tequilla Shot , their region's tradition is paired with fried crickets ...yes you read that correctly

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La Malinche

Hartwood

4.0(431 reviews)

0.1 km

•$$$$

Where to start. If Our friends had not told us to try the beet, we most likely would have missed…read moreit. I have to tell you you have never tasted anything quite so delicious. So definitely the beet! We are sure tried the fish collar, which many people skip not realizing that this might be the most delicate and flavorful part of the fish. In fact I was tempted to just have two orders of this as my main dish. I had the Wildflower drink, which was light and delicate. We were able to come early at 6pm, only half an hour after they open, and by the time we left an hour later, to say they were full is an understatement. If you like to start the evening calm, as I do, I'd highly suggest coming early and then wandering the street. This also gives you a little time to talk to your wait staff. The server we had (I apologize, I have forgotten his name but I'll ask my husband and add it later) guided us through the menu and had excellent knowledge of each item. And, like everyone we've encountered here, was so gracious with his time and presence. I never feel rushed here as I do in some other tourist focused places. Gratuity is included, yet I'd say adding some is most deserved.

Excellent food, excellent experience. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, good music, and…read moreattentive staff. Menus are written on sandwich boards placed around the restaurant and the waiters come to your table and explain every menu item in detail. My waiter was very helpful with recommendations and answering any questions I had. I ordered the collar de pescado and the tostada de tartar for my apps, the fillete de robalo (sea bass) for a main, and the berenjena (roasted eggplant) for a side. The collar de pescado, the sea bass collar, was absolutely delicious. The fish was soft and tender, topped with a robust tomato based sauce. Super flavorful. 9/10. The tostada de tartar was also outstanding. The crisp tortilla paired perfectly with the soft fresh fish. The fish mixture was light, creamy, and a little spicy, topped with some greens for freshness and finished off with some lime juice for acidity and brightness. 10/10. The sea bass fillet was cooked perfectly, the fish was soft and juicy and had an incredible crispy skin that gave it a wonderful crunch. It was paired with a creamy sauce, spinach, and cauliflower. The different elements of the dish worked well together, with the vegetables cutting through the richness of the fish and the sauce adding flavor and a contrasting texture to the crispy fish skin. 9/10. The eggplant was good, however it was my least favorite dish. The eggplant was soft and flavorful on the inside, however the skin was a little bit tough. The mole it was paired with had a nice smoky flavor and I wish there had been more of it. 8/10. For dessert I got their only dessert, the honey cake. OH MY GOD THIS DESSERT WAS LIFE CHANGING. Probably one of if not the best dessert I've ever had. The cake was very dense, with the consistency of a blondie. The honey taste is subtle and there is also a slight smoky flavor that comes through from being cooked in their wood fire oven. The cake is topped with a chamomile whipped cream and salt. The whipped cream is so light and airy while still being incredibly creamy. The lightness of the whipped cream works perfectly with the richness of the cake. The salt on top really takes it up a notch. 11/10. My only complaints are that the wooden benches you sit on are very uncomfortable and it gets very smoky from the wood burning oven, and I was seated almost at the other end of the restaurant. It was also quite loud but the place is small and it was packed, nothing the restaurant can do about that. Prices are steep but well worth it in my opinion.

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La Tilapia

5.0(7 reviews)

0.5 km

second time in Tulum back in November, and these are the tacos we still dream about ! we were…read morestaying at a hotel just up the road from this cute little taco stand. during our bike ride we saw it and had to stop and support! this is as authentic as it gets. Abuela cooking up a storm in this little truck and everything was so amazing! took a while for everything to come out but that was to be expected as It was just her and a younger man that was taking the order and serving it as well. we love to support these types of places because you know they cook with heart. we had the ceviche, shrimp tacos, asada tacos and they were each equally tasty ! we do plan on returning to Tulum and we will not forget to stop for these delicious tacos!

This was our favorite restaurant at the beach!!!! The sweetest ladies made our tacos from scratch…read morefor CHEAP and put avocado on each one! When she ran out of avocado she drove on her moped to the store to get more so fast. We were thinking about this place the rest of our trip to Tulum. 10000% recommend!

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The Real Coconut

4.5(127 reviews)

0.5 km

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This place is now closed, unfortunately. The Real Coconut was one of those places I would go to…read morerepeatedly, even when they opened their location in town. It was vegan, gluten free, keto friendly, accomodating for all types of diets and food allergies. This is very important for someone like me who can hardly eat half the menu at places like Casa Banana, and is so picky about the quality and source of food. Coconut chips, delicious habanero chili sauce, great beach and atmosphere, excellent hotel, friendly and attentive staff, coconut cheese quesadillas, the habanero which I doused on everything, the smoothies, the bowls, I loved this place. RIP Real Coconut, you were the OG.

Stopped here while on vacation and this place was surprisingly delicious! Everything was vegan…read morewhich was perfect for and the cookie was super chocolatey (too much for me) but still good. I loved my burger and my friend wasn't too excited about his nachos so only ate certain parts. He loved his milkshake though and even went back to get another one the next day. Overall, we'd definitely be back. The prices weee a bit expensive too but it is in the hotel zone and to be expected I suppose.

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Macho Pancakes were delicious but the service was VERY slow. :(

ZIGGY Beach Club & Restaurant

4.2(263 reviews)

0.6 km

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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!

The ambiance was delightful! With an awesome beach access! The food was yummy and the drinks hit…read morethe spot on a hot day! Our host was very attentive and suggested great menu items :D

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