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Where to start. If Our friends had not told us to try the beet, we most likely would have missed it. 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.
Five stars for Hartwood! Farm to table concept and the menu varies from time to time. We had the: * Grilled prawns with pineapple peanut sauce. Not typically liking pineapples on my dishes but this was just a great a mixture of flavors and it turned out amazing. The prawns were perfectly grilled. * grilled eggplant with mole sauce. Something as simple as an eggplant was turned into an amazing dish. Seasoned well and paired with mole sauce topped with garlic and herbs. Simple yet delish. * grilled beet. This was just okay for me. * sea bass main course- broiled and served with lentil paste with Turmeric and spices, on a bed of spinach and sauces. Not the best one I've had but still enjoyable. * smoked fish crostada- generous portion and not too smoky flavor for the fish. Mixed with green and a tangy sauce. This was good. * langostine- huge portion and served with grilled tropical fruits like watermelon. Grilled and broiled perfectly. * rib eye- dry rubbed, charred and grilled perfectly to medium. * gin mint- enjoyed this immensely. A special for that night. The other drinks with cucumber and pineapple was refreshing as well. Outdoor and casual vibe, our service was very friendly and amazing- Matti was our server for the night. Our plates and utensils were changed without asking which I appreciated. Food came out in a timely manner, although the the steak came out 5 minutes later than the rest of the dishes. Restroom is clean, public parking. And dishes are generous considering the price point. Would highly recommend!
Probably the best meal I had the entire trip in Tulum. Regular US prices, so no surprise here it's geared towards tourists but the food and drinks were great. Wish mocktails weren't the same prices as liquor lol but the staff was great, cleared plates quickly, answered questions. It's kind of inside and outside at the same time. So the space feels rustic and chill.
Fabulous food. Servers are attentive and always make sure the table is cleaned up. Food comes out quickly. I just wish my belly was bigger... highly recommend, make reservations.
Upon arrival we were greeted by friendly staff and seated promptly. Served I think his name was Marvin ? Was super friendly and explained everything on the menu. One of the original greeters also followed up to ensure we understood the menu. Food was beyond delicious. So flavorful and fresh ingredients . Ambience is bohemian/surfer hip cool. Some dressed up next to a guy in flip flops! But it works . It rained on us and we were quickly relocated. They really know how to adapt with a smile. Worth the trip. Will gladly return
What an incredible dining experience! The ambiance is vibrant, the food is absolutely delicious, and the service is top-notch. The only downside? The seating, unfortunately, very uncomfortable and the one detail that kept the experience from being perfect. The menu is ever-evolving, which keeps things exciting. Here are a few standout dishes from our visit: 1. The octopus - hands down one of the best I've ever had. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, served with crispy potatoes. 2. The robalo (snook) - simply out of this world. 3. The tartar tostadas - unbelievably good, bursting with flavor. 4. The arrachera (grilled beef) - cooked directly over the fire. Absolutely AMAZING. Special shoutout to Matias from Argentina, our server very friendly, attentive, and his recommendations were spot-on. Truly exceptional service! I would love to return, but I really hope they consider upgrading the seating--comfort should match the excellence of the rest of the experience.
Excellent food, excellent experience. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, good music, and attentive 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.
Pros: Food is flavorful and fresh! We had a the maya shrimp and smoked fish tostada for apps (good portions) and the oven roasted fish of the day which came with pickled veggies. Casual but fun ambiance, open kitchen with a fiery oven. Cons: Cocktails were watery and no flavor, and the wine list is limited (one option for white, red and rose). It felt like a scene (packed at the first 5:30/6pm seating, you need a res) and it felt like we were being rushed as all the food came quickly. You're sitting on a small picnic bench so it's not comfortable to stay long. It's also expensive for what it is, similar to NYC prices.
OK this part of Tulum has become a zoo, but Hartwood remains solidly a cook-by-the-fire-catch-of-the-day restaurant. As popular as ever and as unassuming as ever. Had the ceviche, the collar, the shrimp and the simple food, delicious sauces, and the flavors were all perfect. Ribs that have been cooking for 14+ hours were ridiculasly good, moist and falling of the bone tender. Wine list is tiny and during daylight the flies are a pain. All minor items to enjoy Hartwood.
This place came heavily recommended to try from several people. Overall, I enjoyed some dishes more than others. If you're looking for one of those quintessential vibey Tulum restaurants, this isn't it. The meal wasn't life changing, but I think the concept is unique - it's seafood forward and they change the menu EVERY DAY. Focus really seems to be on combining simple and fresh ingredients. Ambiance: as noted, this is not one of those instagram Tulum restaurants - no string lights, plants, wooden lanterns, etc. It's simplistic and casual. Restaurant is completely outdoors with no covering. Food: menu changes every day. Seafood forward. Dishes are meant to be shared. We ordered 5 dishes + 1 dessert for two people and it was a good amount. Won't go into each of the dishes since it changes, but our faves were the tuna tostada and the fish collar - delish!
This place has no refrigerator and no electric stove. They get fresh fish and seafood everyday. There is no electric stoves so everything is cooked under wood. What an excellent idea experience we had for our anniversary. It was delicious food with outstanding service. They also offered us shot of mezcal when they got to know it was our anniversary. It has chill vibes with outdoor seating.
We had a reservation, but there was still a wait for the table. Not a big deal, as they offer you drinks while you're waiting, except they brought me the wrong cocktail, which I didn't realize until after I had sipped it. I was halfway through before we saw a server again, so I didn't mention it. It was still tasty, but given how expensive the cocktails are I would've liked to have been given the correct one. As mentioned in other reviews, they read the A-frame menu to you, and the environment is very loud, so we missed the description of half of the options. We tried Googling them, but they only have one menu board, and they move it on to the next customer that is seated. We had a 9pm reservation, and by the time we were seated at 9:15 half of the menu was unavailable. I'm not an overly picky eater, but generally not a big fish or red meat fan, so my options were limited to the salads (jicama or beet). The three tables that were sat after us had already finished their meals before we received ours. The ceviche was presented beautifully, but had very little fish, was very spicy (even for MX standards, as they included full slices of chilis with seeds), and had no bread, chips or tortillas to eat out with. When I asked for some, they said they didn't have any, even though several of the other dishes came with tortillas. The price was reasonable for the area, I suppose, as everything is inflated in the hotel zone, but still shocking in comparison to other meals we had throughout the week. If you're a foodie that is going to eat anywhere in this club area of Tulum, this is the place to go. But if you're really a foodie, that's looking for a more comfortable, leisurely experience, don't go to the hotel zone at all. Given the price, I expected more attentive service. The whole experience felt like they were the hottest ticket in town, and they knew it, so didn't need to try. To be fair, if this had been the only restaurant we had gone to in the Yucatán, it probably would've been in our top few. But we had so many other amazing meals, with amazing service, that were much less expensive, that it makes it hard to justify this as being in the same category. Go to Jungle Jax instead!
What an Awesome restaurant!!! We went there for my bday based on my son's recommendation. We made the reservation a few months ahead That's how determined we want to go there. The food was absolutely delicious!!! It's a fun place with great ambiance and music. The waiter was great, so much energy, and very helpful with explanations and food allergies. Everything we ordered was excellent. Too bad it's not close by to bring friends. If you are visiting Tulum, you've got to go there!!!
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I had the best beet in the world here. I'm not even vegetarian. My friends and I all shared the food and it was amazing. The service was so good and so prompt. The only thing is I wish we could read the sign better from where we were sitting. read more
Came here with my sister for early birthday dinner. The hype partly led us here, but also the menu (always changing) sounded very inviting. Upon arrival at 6 PM as a walk-in, we were fortunate to secure a table without a reservation. However, due to the high volume of guests, I would recommend that others do the same to avoid long wait times. The restaurant fills up quickly, and even those with reservations may have to wait. First and foremost, the food was exceptional. In fact, some of the best fish dishes I've ever tasted. It's hard to find fault with anything on the menu. For appetizers, the Ceviche Tropical was served in a coconut with coconut milk and pineapple, which was unique and tasty, but not necessarily something I would order again. The Tostada de Tartare, on the other hand, was incredibly fresh and satisfying. The Betabel/Yuca dish was absolutely amazing, with the cream sauce made from Yuca adding a magical touch to the flavorful beets. Moving on to the entrees, the Filete de Rebalo, which my sister ordered, was a small filet cooked to perfection with a magnificent almond and tomato sauce and a side salad that perfectly complemented the dish. The Pargo en Mariposa was another standout, with a whole Red Snapper grilled to perfection and surprisingly meaty. I cannot recall what it was cooked in, but it was definitely perfect. It's no wonder that it caught everyone's attention and was quickly taken off the menu while we were dining. The ambiance of the restaurant exuded a Boho-chic vibe that is typical of Tulum. The beautiful people added to the allure of the place, and as the sun set, the lighting transformed the atmosphere. However, the smoke from the wood-burning ovens and massive amounts of copal burning caused some discomfort, particularly for those seated near them. To avoid this issue, it is best to book a table away from the ovens. The staff were friendly and accommodating, particularly given the demands of their job, which requires them to explain each item of the entire menu to the guests. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant (if not on a budget) for its exceptional seafood dishes that are sure to please even the most discerning palates. read more
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Wow, I'm so glad I was able to try this restaurant out while down in Tulum. The food and the staff was amazing! We got both ceviches (sorry don't have a pic) but the presentation was absolutely beautiful! We also got the fish collars, which was amazing and super delectable and delicate. The grilled octopus is a must try - it was so tender! The beets were great as well if you like beets. The fish was good as well, but not my favorite - I thought it was a little too over cooked. The pulled pork was fantastic as well - juicy and tender. Highly recommend! read more
3 years ago
Just amazing. The first place in Tulum were they actually also delivered on service. Food is delicious, we had the shrimp (and I am not a seafood person) but the emulsion it came with, something with peanut and some fruit... out of this world. Just overall a very good experience. Only the wait was so so but you can zip on your drink in the meantime if you want. I will come back! read more
3 years ago
Awesome place the bartender was cool and the waitress was his girlfriend she was cool the food was really good. The environment was chill. All the people were really cool. I don't have anything negative to say I should say the bill was really high and I was surprised at how much I paid, but then again it's too loom so you pay the market rate oh well have fun and be cool read more
With so much going on in the world food and travel is the one good thing I look forward to. Hartwood is an experience. The menu was on a huge blackboard and our server took it to us and read every item on it, going into details as to preparation and made suggestions as to what we might like. Lighting is all candles for a well enough light dining experience. The kitchen we were told is all wood cooking. The ambiance was homey, yet delightfully beautiful with a bohemian twist. Our food was the most delicious. We eat everything and could taste the freshness of each ingredients, we never had to guess what was in our plates. A great food and dinning experience. A little note, this restaurant is a hotspot so be sure to make a reservation however it just seems so hard to get one. You might need to even make a reservation weeks in advance. read more
3 years ago
This was our second visit to Tulum, and we were thrilled to come back, especially looking forward to the desserts here more than anything! Thank you Andres for taking care of us! read more
Lives up to the hype. We ate at several of the big name and foodie restaurants in Tulum and this was our all around favorite meal. It's very impressive the consistency and quality of food that they can deliver from the off-the-grid and wood-fired set up. The ribs were tender and flavorful and AMAZING! Don't skip the beet side dish either. Great cocktails, great service, great evening. BTW - They accept credit cards, or at least Visa. read more
4 years ago
Hartwood's lore lured us in for dinner on 1/27/22 and 1/28/22. Getting to Hartwood was quite the adventure. It was my boyfriend's first time driving a scooter and we had an adrenaline filled commute through the busy streets of Tulum to Hartwoods location by the sea. The vibe of Hartwood felt like you were in a secret secluded jungle. The whole restaurant is powered by a single generator, which is a cool eco-friendly concept. On the first night, they had us sit in the waiting area and we ordered The Hartwood and the Passion in the Jungle cocktails while we were waiting. Then we were seated at the bar and had a Devil's Margherita and a Piña Colada as custom cocktails. They were incredible. I asked for their "best interpretation of a Piña colada" and I got the best Piña Colada I ever had in my life. We ordered the Ceviche Tropical and Empanadas de Cochon as appetizers and the Platillo de Pulpo and the Arrachera Angus as main dishes. Everything was mind blowing and epic. It was so good we went back another night and brought another friend. I think I had 3 more Piña Coladas. This dinner was super epic. For mains, we got the Lobster (Langosta Carabena), Fish (Filete de Robalo) and Empanadas de Cochon again. The Lobster was for sure a once in a lifetime experience. It was about 1/2 a foot wide and two feet long and monopolized the table real estate. The bartender and waiter sent us all free coffee shots and took them with us at the end of the night. Such a phenomenal experience that we will always remember. read more
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So we travel to Tulum frequently and this one for me is my favorite place to dine. Everything here is done with perfection. read more
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Now synonymous with Tulum's dining scene, Hartwood is best taken as a work of passion, American ex-patriots Eric Werner and Mya Henry establishing the foundation for a whole new type of Restaurant after falling in love with the now-busy beach road in 2009. Off-grid by necessity, solar energy powering lights and music while cookery occurs over open flames, it is via advanced reservations (or a lengthy wait for walk-ins) that diners are granted access, every table busy from 6pm until 10pm as staff circulates with burning bucks of copal to help dissuade mosquitoes. Zero-emissions by choice, all Proteins and Produce locally sourced for a daily-evolving menu naming only the primary Ingredient, it is from memory that talented servers recite choices, the prices expensive in comparison to Mexico as a whole buy about half what an experienced diner might pay in New York, Paris or Tokyo. All gravel floor and palm trees, with expected humidity hanging heavy, many diners will select Fruit-based Cocktails to quench their thirst, with most pairing nicely to Appetizers like succulent Lamb Barbacoa Tacos or charred Prawns bathed in a vibrant orange Sauce. Inhabited exclusively by tourists, many the linen-clad inhabitants of nearby resorts, savvy diners will not pass on crispy Octopus that maintains its characteristic chew amidst a nearly-Spanish backdrop, while Bone-in Sea Bass bathed in piquant Dressing finds balance in Avocado and Citrus. Better than nearby Arca or Nu, with Chef Werner's understanding of the Yucatán allowing great Ingredients to shine without a lot of fuss, Eggplant in Red Mole comes grilled nearly-burnt adjacent fork-tender Pork Ribs complimented by Pineapple and housemade Pickles. Unrushed despite the crowds, laid-back but certainly not slow, Dessert continues a rustic theme via bitter-sweet Flan and extra-moist Honey Cake, though the real stars are daily Ice Creams that on this evening featured Corn with local Honey and creamy Peanut Brittle with just a touch of added sweetness. read more
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Was looking to have dinner somewhere and saw this place which had good reviews. I was skeptical because they change their menu daily. But hey I'm adventurous when it comes to eating lol. When we walked in it was already full which meant this place has to be really good. We sat down and was greeted by a chalk board with the menu written down. Thought it was a neat idea but I would hate to be the one writing it down hahaha. Went ahead and ordered our drinks. Passion in the jungle and Hulxol "Mezcal" both were good. Then ordered a appetizer. Tostada de Tartar, really good! Highly recommend if it's available. Then to our entrees. Arrachera Angus "steak" and Fillet de Robalo "Sea Bass". Both good! I would definitely love to try more on the menu! read more
2 years ago
Hartwood is A MUST!!! I received a lot of recommendations to eat here and had to give it a try. It definitely didn't disappoint and was one of my favorite restaurants in Tulum! I'd say ordering 3-4 dishes is the perfect amount for two people. They state "the menu changes daily" but from seeing other reviews/pictures... some of the dishes seem to be "regular" dishes. The servers bring giant menus to your table and explain everything on the menu. Ordered the following: Ensalada de Jicama - basically a ceviche and tasted really refreshing. Prepared with some fish, jicama, avocado and jalapeño for a slight kick. Filete de Mero - grilled fish which came with a hummus type sauce, small salad and roasted avocado. Costillas al Agave - their version of ribs. It came with TWO BIG beef ribs! Roasted pineapple and some pickled slaw. The seating area is outside - beware of mosquitoes. They do walk around with burning Palo Santo to repel the mosquitoes - which is nice! Some of the tables are covered, unfortunately ours wasn't and we finished our meal as it started to down pour rain! I did make a reservation a month in advance via email (as suggested). You can definitely walk-in and you most likely will get a table but you may have to wait a bit. It's obviously easier if you have a smaller party of 2-4 as most the tables are pretty small. They have a small bar and waiting area or there are a couple bars nearby to grab a drink. read more
I read about Hartwood being the place to eat while in Tulum, so I made a reservation a few weeks before arriving here in Tulum via email. They were quick to respond and will auto reply to let you know which dates are full. Unfortunately, it stormed the afternoon of our reservation. We came to the beach early to walk around and encountered the storm. I've read that since the seating is mostly outside, sometimes the restaurant closes. We stopped by an hour earlier than our reservation time. They have most of the guests under a covering and the rain seemed to be dying down. They told us they can seat us right away and we took a seat facing the kitchen grill area. Our server came by and told us about drinks and her recommendations. She also explained extensively all the menu items. We weren't really that hungry and she suggested we share an entree and some sides. We got the filete de robalo to share and sides of beet and sweet potato. Everything she suggested was excellent. The fish was meaty and tender. The best part was actually the arugula salad on that plate. The dressing was divine. The beet was grilled with a char on the outside and soft and juicy inside. The creamy sauce it was on is the perfect pairing for the juicy beet. The sweet potato was soft and sweet. I enjoyed the sprinkle of pistachio for a nice crunch. We got the ice cream for dessert. One scoop of corn and one peanut brittle. The CORN ice cream was sooooo delicious. Just the right amount of sweetness with bits of corn. The peanut brittle was good, but I liked the corn one much more. They continued to be busy the whole time we were there and everything they brought out smelled and looked delicious. FYI they do put gratuity (15%) on the bill, but our service was fabulous and worth at least 20%. read more
5 years ago
Ceviche Tropical (served in a fresh coconut-Scrape the inside of the coconut for the meat! Portion size was surprisingly good/filled pretty well), Ensalada de jicama, and Plantano are my top choices. 1000% delicious. I'll reiterate the Plantano-I've NEVER had a plantain taste soo soo good. Other items we ordered: Filete de robalo and Mero en Mariposa, Beets - these were good, but not to the level of my top choices. Could probably forgo the beet as a side. Pretty much forget last minute reservations, we tried getting a reservation the night before as we hadn't done any research prior to arriving to Tulum. We took a leap and got to the restaurant before the dinner crowd and was lucky enough to snag a seat as a walk-in! Also-ZERO CARBON FOOTPRINT! (January 5, 2022) read more
7 years ago
Lucky to get a Sunday night reservation at this popular dinner spot in Tulum. Perfect vibe in this beach locale- dusty floor, low wooden slats over a small area of the restaurant, smells from the wood burning cooking area and the occasional smoke circulated to keep the bugs away from diners. The prawn appetizer was delicious, very nice sauce to dip the freshly grilled fish in- not too spicy. Opted for the snapper and octopus options and both were well cooked and tasty. Actually octopus was the best I've had- nicely crisp on the outside but still a creamy meat inside. Service made the evening. Everything on the menu board was explained well and there was no problems answering any questions we had. read more
6 years ago
If you do not speak Spanish, research the menu before heading over. They will explain it in English but there is no translation and no WiFi/cellular signal to look it up (which might be why there are more staff members then diners). The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I think the reading of the menu might be their "thing". The dessert menu is all from memory as well. There is a 90 minute dining limit from the time you arrive. It is cash only. Tip is included in the check. You can pay in pesos or USD. Honestly the food was amazing! I just wish their website had more details! We would have brought more cash, downloaded their menu in English in advance, etc. This is the #1 restaurant I would recommend in Tulum. read more
5 years ago
Well this was quite possibly the best fish dish I've had in a very long time. I made a reservation via the email on their website about a month ago. We arrived a few moments early and they had a list with our name on it and said our table would be ready shortly. We ordered a drink from a very personable server and by the time he walked away the table was ready. I know a ton of people must of been walk-ins around us as they were waiting a bit longer than us. We sat and a server who spoke perfect English (Hunter) came by and thoroughly explained the whole menu to us - which was all written on a board. They brought the board with them when they explained the menu and they left the board as we decided what to order. We got the ceviche Yucatán which was flounder and great flavors of lime, cilantro, jalapeño and cucumber. Delicious. We both ordered fish dishes that were amazing. The flavor of the grill Was so great & the combo of flavors was amazing on both dishes. The fish was just cooked perfectly - so flaky and just melted in our mouths. We also ordered a side of a baked beets and wow the flavor was amazing with the jalapeño cream it came with. It was great to see the kitchen and the way they were cooking the food in the back over the open flame. It's great that it's an entirely eco-friendly restaurant and all locally sourced ingredients. The presentation is always beautiful. It was an intimate experience & we were surrounded by amazing people enjoying great food. A must in Tulum! And bring pesos as it's pesos only. There is an ATM just north of the restaurant closer to mur mur that gives our pesos as many of the atms on the beach street are mainly USD. read more
1 year ago
This is the one restaurant that everyone told me to check out when I was researching Tulum. I made a reservation via e-mail one month prior, which was needed and totally worth it. The vibe is VERY hipster with the menu written on a black chalk board based on the "fresh catch" of the day, and the service quite good. Below is what we got: Eggplant Mole (Appetizer) - 4 Stars. Beautifully plated, slightly boring dish that was cooked very well. Gambas Mayas (Spicy Shrimp Appetizer) - 5 stars. Very spicy, rich, and flavorful. Shrimp were meaty and so fresh! Arrachera (Steak) - 5 Stars. I'm still dreaming of this meat. It was so delicious, large portion, and seasoned perfectly. Filete De Robalo (Fish Filet) - 4 1/2 stars. Cooked perfectly, crispy and delicious. This is a very light fish. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Tulum, it was an awesome dining experience! read more
i honestly don't get the big deal about this place. we booked it for our last night in tulum thinking it was gonna be the best meal of our trip and it wasnt we started with some fish collars, prawns, then got the skirt steak and the pork and beets. the fish collars were probably my favorite dish but not too much meat on them. the prawns were OK but a tad overcooked. the steak was yummy but only two pieces and the pork was wayyyyyyy overcooked. so chewy i didn't eat that dish overall, it was OK but definitely not the best food i had while i was in tulum. idk if i ordered the wrong things but i was disappointed read more
6 years ago
Spectacular farm to table restaurant with seasonal menu items based on what is fresh and available that very day! The menu changes so frequently, they have it written on a few chalkboards scattered throughout the restaurant. We ordered about 50% of the menu items and everything was delicious! From the tiraditos, to the ceviche, to the octopus, to even the side of beets, everything was so unique in flavor- you cant go wrong with any order. I highly recommend this place but do please make your reseevations well in advance. You will likely not get to enjoy this restaurant if you dont! read more
Definitely one of the best meals in Tulum! It's cash only, so keep that in mind before you go. The restaurant is tucked away outside and of course dimly lit like most restaurants in Tulum. We perused the menu which changes daily and decided on the collar de pescado and ceviche tropical to start off with. The collar was so good and came with three which makes it perfect for sharing. The fish was super fresh and I love how everything is locally sourced. The ceviche tropical was delicious and so fresh and made with snook fish. It was plated beautifully and was aesthetically pleasing. For my entree, I ordered the octopus platter (platilla de pulpo) which was AMAZING! It was super juicy and tender and as always, very fresh. My husband ordered the agave ribs and he really enjoyed them. The portions were pretty big as well, which is a plus for him. My friend ordered the seabass and she really enjoyed the dish. Overall, this is a great dinner spot and if you're able to secure a reservation, I highly recommend you check it out! read more
Visiting Tulum, checked out this highly rated restaurant called Hartwood, you definitely need reservations. I don't think I've ever seen a Caribbean lobster that big, the picture doesn't do it enough justice. The octopus mMmmmm spot on, drinks were refreshingly amazing. It was good, recommended for the experience of being cooked over their wood burning grill you can see from your seats. read more
Oh my god!! I still think about the steak and lobster I had here. The prices are honestly too high but the food was amazing!!! It was just simple and fresh. Let me start with the steak. It was prepared in the wood burning oven. The flavor that oven provides is unmatched. The meat was tender and cooked just right. The lobster came out and it was HUGE!! I thought "there is no way we can eat this" lol. Oh but boy did we eat it. It was so fresh. Tasted like it was just caught hours before our arrival. The meat was very tender and flavorful. We also had a side of vegetables that also tasted different in a good way, not like the veggies I get in the grocery store in the states. It tasted like these veggies were brown with care locally. Overall Hartwood was hands down my favorite restaurant I went to in Tulum. I will be back. read more
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