Food was great! Service and ambiance were also outstanding. The homemade tortillas were also a…read morereally great compliment to the meal. Arrived for late brunch and easily found a table although it was during a weekday. Definitely recommend.

The food was OK. I think it's more hyped up than it needs to be. The restaurant is beautiful but…read morethe food was better at the local taqueria That being said, there were many large groups so I think it's good for that. They have a very large selection of food so there's something for everyone. Prices are OK, what you'd expect for a touristy spot. Recommend having a reservation for dinner as there was a wait.

This place is something very special. We spent a magical evening here under some light rain and had…read morean amazing night. Anna (Ana?) was our server and took great care of us. We had a variety of dishes which were all great but the mole was the star of the show. Beautifully done. Bonus- there's a bookstore also ran by the owners of the restaurant above the main dining room. You can't miss this place on your next visit to Merida EDIT: We loved this place so much we decided to come back again on our last night. As before, the service was amazing and I was able to pick up some great art and architecture books as well.

I was there during my vacation in Merida. My wife is vegan and they gave her so many options for…read moreher to eat. They made food for her that wasn't even on menu. Everyone and everything at this place is great. We went to eat twice during our stay. Will go back. I would highly recommend to anyone.

It's a well known place to eat. A lot of people come here. It gets pretty busy so come early as you…read morecan before rush hours

Nice place with an old style feeling of nostalgia and originality in what it seems to be a former…read morehouse turned into a restaurant. Service is great, our server was very helpful explaining our options being first time in Yucatan. Food was delicious and honestly very cheap!

Classy old restaurant near my hotel with a large menu of local and regional standards. There was…read morelive music in the afternoon and some families enjoying the good old days. The service was very helpful, despite my poor Spanish. That said, I had better meals in Merida. I would almost say they are too traditional, while a few other restaurants manage to prepare authentic dishes with more vibrant flavors, fresh taste, more colorful and with more snap. Still, this is a reliable place to enjoy a variety of Yucatán dishes.

La comida muy rica pero falta de presentación. El servicio…read morerápido y muy atento a nuestra solicitud Ambiente triste, debería mejorar

This restaurant was one of the highlights during our recent trip to Mérida. We sat outside in the…read morecourtyard area for dinner where the tables were well shaded with trees and umbrellas. We enjoyed several cocktails and ordered a variety of items from the menu, all of which were excellent.

Went here around 5 pm on a Monday between Christmas and New Year's. Fortunately I was by myself and…read moregot a seat at the bar right away because there was a one-hour wait for a table already. I ordered papadzules with longaniza, sopa de lima, and chaya con piña. I enjoyed everything, especially the soup. I wish I could have eaten more and tried more items, but I was so full just from those. The ambiance was cozy and pretty romantic during dinner time. There was only one server taking orders at the bar. He spoke English well. My orders didn't take too long to come out. The prices are on the higher end, though.

I like to come here and sit at the bar and enjoy their 20 peso drinks and snacks. The mini torta…read morepibil and panuchos are some of my favorites. I've never had a sit down meal here but the the main dining area is very nice and there is another section that is open to the sky. Customers are a combination of locals and visitors. Bathrooms are clean and service is good.

The secret upstairs bar under the open skies makes this restaurant extra special. Its a platform…read morepatio built into shade trees with a thatched roof. It's enchanting at night watching the lighted towers of the old cathedral standing watch over the Merida night sky...sitting at a candle lit table with cool Yucatan breezes blowing. It's a far remove from the hustle and bustle of the narrow, crowded downtown streets and the lively plaza. I ordered a pumpkin seed-based salsa which was prepared table side in a stone vessel. My friend ordered the grilled fish with rice, pickled carrots, onions and sauces. Both were delicious. We also had nice drinks, red wine sangria, and beer. What was perhaps the best feature of the place is the excellent waitstaff who are bilingual, who are helpful with making you feel comfortable, who provide charming conversation and tips, and who are generally well trained in hospitality. Such a far cry from the dour and arrogant wait staff typically found in Washington DC restaurants. This is a good place for a quiet escape from the plaza crowd.

Delicious Healthy and Vegetarian Restaurant in Merida!…read more I visited Savia Vegana for lunch one afternoon during my stay in Merida this November. I loved the unique décor inside the restaurant. They serve a different menu of the day every day with soup, entree and fresh juice included. You get to choose between a few different options for the soup, main meal and juice. I ordered the garbanzo bean soup and vegetarian lettuce tacos, along with a Jamaica drink. Everything tasted absolutely delicious and fresh. I paid a total of 75 pesos for my complete meal, which was very inexpensive and a great value for what you get! The restaurant serves vegetarian/vegan dishes made from fresh and organic ingredients and healthy twists on traditional Mexican foods. The service was excellent and my server was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was really chill, relaxed and peaceful, which made for a very enjoyable dining experience. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a fresh and healthy meal in Merida. I cannot wait to return here next time I find myself in Merida!

Went in for lunch. The waiter was very pleasant. Decent sized menu for vegans…read more The food was enjoyable if not breathtaking. I liked the hot salsa. The atmosphere reminds me of a hippy health food store. Nothing wrong with that. Easy and casual place to stop for a bite.

I love Apoala, and not just because it's one of the first time I've eaten crickets! The food is…read moreOaxaca's rather than Yucatecan, so it's a good way to explore other Mexican cuisines in Mérida. The drinks are well-made as well. We always have a great time eating here and sitting outside to look out on the square--very romantic!

My husband and I had dinner at Apoala last night - our last dinner in Merida! We really enjoyed…read moreourselves! The menu spans Yucatecan and Oaxacan dishes - which was great since we love both! We shared: the ceviche de camarón, maíz y calabaza asada; the pesca del dia (that came with Mexican herb gnocchi and a tartar sauce); the memelitas; and a dessert (panna cotta with passionfruit sauce). We also had a few cocktails each (all of them were great). No complaints about the menu, food, or drinks! The location is wonderful! The restaurant is one of several that overlook the Parque de Santa Lucia. Great outdoor/al fresco dining. There was live music while we enjoyed our meal, and it just had a great ambiance overall! The service was also great - very friendly and helpful! Definitely a great place for dinner out in Merida! I'd be happy to repeat it!

Delicious! Who would have thought you could find authentic, amazing Peruvian food in the middle of…read moreMerida? The food is excellent, they have a good selection of beers (including some Peruvian beers) and great service. The appetizers they bring out beforehand are pretty good, unique to this place. The place is a little small so it might be hard to get in, but we went on a weeknight and a table had just opened up. If we find ourselves in Merida again we will definitely eat here again!

Drinks were great food could of been better. Over all great presentation and nice small intimate…read moreplace.

Had dinner here earlier this evening. I would give it six stars if possible. Great ambience,…read moreextremely well trained staff and friendly servers that made good recommendations. I had a local tequila and a local beer that were both excellent. The fish soup appetizer was a meal, as noted/advised by my server. But I also had grilled shrimp which were perfectly grilled and delicious, as were the side order of mashed potatoes that came with it. Latte was tasty but needed to be hotter, and I just wasn't up for asking my server to take it back and heat it more. Overall, a fantastic dining experience at a reasonable price in my opinion.

The most polished service I have received in Mexico not just Mérida. When our waiter addressed us…read moremy name throughout the experience, you have won me over. This is a cozy warm Mexican gem. Pan Mexican flavors with great music and vintage Mexican movies silently entertaining on the walls. It's busy and we had to wait for a table so reservations are a good idea. That being said, we were recommended to enjoy a cocktail kitty corner at their sister restaurante Bartolomé. Check my review for that space (fabulous).