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Ilios

3.7 (63 reviews)

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Kshama P.

TLDR: Nice if you like live loud DJ/music and a Mediterranean club vibe. Ok if you're considering going for food or drinks. Reservations can be made via OpenTable but it can't be modified and they do not pick up their phone lines. If you're table isn't ready, they seat you at the bar which isn't bad because it's a nice view to the DJ and stage-ish area. Lots of vegetarian and pescatarian options. Drinks, highly recommend skipping. Again you're here if you're here to party and croon to the tunes they're jamming. If you want a quiet night, recommend going elsewhere. This gives you a sombre version of the "Tulum party" experience if you're also a club virgin and just looking to dip your toes/see what the hype is all about.

Justin K.

Definition of a supper club. Hands down my favorite restaurant and for many reasons. I've heard great things about this specific location and it didn't disappoint. The ambiance, food, staff and show - everything was on point. Just when you think the show was over, more surprises came out and you find yourself mingling with tables next to you dancing and drinking the night away. We did family style as we came in a large group so I can't remember everything we ordered but I have some photos to show you just how much fun this place is. If you are ever feeling down, come here and I guarantee you will leave happy :) I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Tulum and I will definitely come back again!

Mabelys H.

For the price we paid here the food was OK. The service was great. Everyone's very attentive. I really enjoyed the night show! If I were to visit Tulum again, I wouldn't come back to be honest.

Ali M.

Ilios was the absolute highlight of our bachelorette trip! We went all out with the $100 per person family-style meal, and it was worth every penny. The food was incredibly yummy and endless, featuring a variety of appetizers, a stunning seafood tower, insane main courses, and dessert treats like ice cream tree stands. But the best part? The show! We were treated to an unforgettable performance with fire, aerial dancers, fun music, and dancing on chairs, tables, and the bar. There was even plate smashing--it was a whirlwind of excitement! I would 100% go back with a group and recommend going in blind without knowing what to expect; that made the experience even better. If you're looking for a perfect night out for a large group that lasts over three hours in one place, Ilios is the spot!

Baklava
Monique T.

This restaurant is a much in Tulum. It's a mixture of good food, cirque du Soleil and mikonos vibe in one place. AMBIANCE Absolutely beautiful. The attention to deitail is remarkable. FOOD Hummus was incredible. Greek salad is a must Skewers were extremely tasty The Mediterranean salad was phenomenal. SERVICE Impressive and 5 star level. ENTERTAINMENT Great music, loud so don't come here for intimate conversation. Do not come if you have epilepsy- light show everywhere. Fire dancers were cirque du suleil level. The chance to break plates the Greek way was epic. An all around great experience!

Tiffani A.

Ilios is for the vibes.. Located in the central of hotel district. We came here to celebrate two birthday's & they did nothing for my friend's birthday's which was super disappointing, they did try to bring over some stale cookies but we were not interested. This restaurant is for the vibes. We came here to celebrate two birthday's & they did nothing for my friend's birthday's which was super disappointing, they did try to bring over some stale cookies but we were not interested. The shows are fun but they don't tell you they close the doors at 9pm for a show & they won't let you in. We had a reservation at 845pm, they couldn't seat us until about 930pm due to the show and our table not being ready. The fire show was super impressive! Very entertaining. Great music was playing the entire time, everyone was dancing on tables & chair, this little dance floor, swinging napkins etc. The service for our group of 4 was terrible from start to finish unfortunately. Our server Oscar was pretty aggressive, in a rush, drinks took too long & were extremely watered down (you're definitely paying for juice in Tulum). They brought over a stack of plates you can break which costs $10 but it is fun they do a follow train where everyone dances together then you break your plate into a treasure chest they have for it. Our server Oscar didn't bother recommending anything to us but was annoyed we ordered two gyros appetizers he told us it was for kids lol. We like to try a variety of items on the menu & we like gyros who cares. The gyros were a 3/5 lacked flavor a bit, alcoholic drinks 0/5 (literally could not taste any rum in my mojito & my friends felt the same), tzatziki 4.5/5, greek potato wedges were good you get about 4 or 5 wedges 5/5. One of our friends got the grilled shrimp but it wasn't very flavorful, our other friend ordered a lobster spaghetti the lobster was still frozen & pasta had no taste so she wanted to order something else. This is where it all went left. First, Oscar came and told us he can't do anything so we asked to speak to the manager because she just wanted a different meal. The manager, Francisco, came over & he was yelling in our face saying everyone loves the lobster spaghetti, lobster is expensive, we are wrong, he can't do anything, this grown man was throwing a tantrum and yelling. We got upset and argued back because we were just asking for a different meal instead due to the frozen lobster. Finally after we argued back he said he will take it off. The owner or big boss, Elizabeth, came and brought the bill and she apologized to us & was very nice. We informed her about Francisco's unprofessional behavior but she wasn't surprised by this so I'm sure it wasn't the first time. Due to our experience I wouldn't come back because the arguing was crazy, but this restaurant again has great vibes as far as music & their shows. I feel like Ilios needs to definitely focus more on customer service and communicating to customers around their reservation times so people aren't stuck standing around for 45min. I feel like Ilios needs to definitely focus more on customer service and communicating to customers around their reservation times so people aren't stuck standing around for 45min.

Smooth Stone cutouts are a pleasure for the eyes
Joe I.

The rave yelp reviews peaked our interest to check Ilios out. I am in Tulum for my brother-in-law's wedding. We had no issue getting a 6pm reservation as it seems most folks eat later while in vacation. We have a 2 year old to contend with and they did their beat to accomodate. The ambiance dazzles the senses. The interior looks like a slice into the jungle. The DJ mixed dance music in the background setting the mood. Tantalizing smells wafted through including the smoked rosemary at the table for the Dasos ordered by the Bride and Groom. The tastes stimulated the palate whether from the food or the mixology. The seating touched the mind and the body. They had highchairs for our son but that was the limit for him. However, we put Dino Ranch on the iPad thanks to the free high speed wifi leaving him content. He wouldn't try any of the food and we disn't trust him with the glassware so he ate what we brought and drank from his own water bottle. They were happy to bring us a water glass and let us take it from there. The menu was only avaialable via QR Code and in some places such as the server's ipads were reversed with the labeling for the wifi so if it doesn't work, try the other code. The only downside to the meal was the serving of the lamb and potatoes. As you aee in my pic, they serve it in a bowl like a pile of pulled pork rather than the work of art in the menu.

Ruchi D.

More of a nightclub than a restaurant after 9pm, ilios is an interesting mix of Greek food with trendy dance music, a light show, jungle decor, and Mexican style light shows and bottle service. The staff is very attentive and strives to create a fun experience. It's dinner and entertainment all in one. The food is pretty good- not completely Greek authentic but delicious and fresh nonetheless!

Anamaria G.

LOVE! LOVE THIS PLACE! Highly recommend. Came for my birthday celebration and it didn't disappoint me at all. Had the best experience , their staff is so welcoming and friendly, making sure everyone is pleased, best spot to celebrate your birthday, they sure know how to have dinner party, and the food was so good! Their lime margarita was honestly the best. Their mini gyros are delicious!

Seafood rice
Carmen T.

We came here for one of the nights of a bachelorette party. I would 100% recommend if you are looking for a fun, dancing, and entertainment type of vibe. The DJ plays all night long. It is not your average restaurant! The service was great in the beginning, once it turns into the entertainment part of dinner you might not see them for awhile as they are part of the experience. The food was so yummy and the portions were large. I had the seafood rice and it was awesome with the octopus fully wrapped around the shrimp.

Mosaka, Salmon Filet. Tuna Sashimi
Audrey R.

The food was a solid 3/5. I added a star for the ambiance. Definitely felt like a club so if you're in your 20s this place is a vibe. (dancing on tables, smashing plates, etc.) An experience worth having in Tulum

This was what my wife ordered it was wonderful I think it was seafood
Ty F.

Exciting and entertaining. The best food we had on our trip. Think about your food choices . Steak is always a great option but the chicken was crazy good. Don't miss the show it's fire, loud music and fire. Greek food is fantastic similar to French or Italian but better.

Gyros and crab cake
Stephanie A.

BY FAR THE BEST RESTAURANT IN TULUM! When visiting Tulum Beach ...ILIOS is a MUST!!!! What an amazing restaurant experience. We came here in our first night... we made reservations on open table. We ordered crab cakes, gyros (amazing!!!!!!), couscous and a fish. The fish is cooked table side with salt. The night was filled with a show, breaking plates (yes really) and dancing !!! ILIOS was a great way to start off our vacation. Everyone should come here! The staff and service was amazing! Loved it! I highly recommend coming here you will no be disappointed!!!

Salmon, cherry tomato Pasta grilled shrimp

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Such a fun atmosphere! DJ was on point, drinks were great, food was excellent, and service was amazing!

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It has been 3.5 hours and they served us ONE DRINK if you would like to drink do not come here

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2 years ago

Mediocre! Poor service and took very long to get our food and drinks, both average! A total tourist trap

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Meh food and very over priced. Very loud music to distract the senses from what you're eating.

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Excellent food. Fairly inexpensive. Certainly didn't come to Mexico for Greek food but I'm glad I stopped. Super good time.

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Amazing service and entertainment. Everyone is so friendly. Thanks for the good vibes and amazing food.

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Review Highlights - Ilios

ENTERTAINMENT Great music, loud so don't come here for intimate conversation.

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4.8(80 reviews)
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No notes. Recommended by our hotel for açaí so my friends and I came here before hitting the art…read morewalk. Jorge was our server and he was so sweet and attentive. We ordered the omelette caprese, fruit plate, açaí bowls, and a breakfast bowl. **The açaí was the best I've had in Tulum.** The açaí was so light and fresh, with a pure açaí base, not blended with yogurt or juice like most places. Adding a side of granola made it perfect. The fruit plate was great because you could mix everything into the açaí and my friends really liked the breakfast bowl and omelette. They also brought us teas in the cutest teapots. Open, airy, beachy, and super relaxed with super healthy food options. My friends and I really enjoyed our slow breakfast here

Ok, so before we head out of Tulum. It's only proper that we have a sit down breakfast while we…read morewait for our shuttle back to Cancun. Which brings us to the front of our hotel. Welcome to Frescos. Lets get to the food shall we. Vegan Bowl - Once again, I can't reiterate enough to how partial I am to vegetarian dishes. All of the veggies from the Cauliflower, zucchini, broccoli, carrots all the way to the shallots had perfect texture and char. The mushroom is on point and the quinoa is a perfect supporting role. 8.9/10 The service was very prompt and intuitive. The atmosphere was nice and chill and I would definitely recommend. If you ever make it to tulum, do give this spot a proper go at it and let me know what you think. Hit that like and follow for more food and travel adventures by yours truly. Share this review with a smash mode buddy and thank you so much for reading along. I love you Mwah

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BOCCANERA Wood Fired Pizza

BOCCANERA Wood Fired Pizza

4.8(107 reviews)
2.5 km

If you love pizza and you're in Tulum, this is the spot. Full stop…read more Boccanera is wild in the best way. A laid back wood fired pizza spot with a super cool, relaxed ambience and the friendliest energy. We ordered the pepperoni pizza and honestly I've never had anything like it. It's insanely good. Pair it with their habanero sauce and jalapeños and it is literally fire. Perfectly cooked, bold flavor, unforgettable. We also ordered the Caprese with apples, almonds, and beets and wow. Such a fresh and different take on a salad. Every ingredient tasted so clean and vibrant. My tummy was genuinely happy after this meal, which says a lot. It's not far from where we're staying near Azulik, which made it even better. The vibe is effortless, chill, and welcoming. Bonus points for the two local cats, who are absolutely adorable and add so much charm to the place. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the menu has so many choices that there is truly something for everyone. If pizza is your love language and you're anywhere near Tulum, Boccanera is a must visit.

Arrived here around 800p on a Friday night and apparently everyone had the same idea. It is a very…read moresmall restaurant with limited tables for larger parties (they had two small cafe style pushed together for a 7 top when we were there). We put our name on a list, but no phone number was given so really it's a wait for a table or come back type of situation. We ended up leaving and coming back 40 mins later and were sat quickly outside. The pizzas are OUTSTANDING! I think the reviews all say that and it's the truth. The crust is Neapolitan style thinner crust but the flavor is just spot on! The toppings and sauce are well balanced. The roasted chicken was a great addition to the vegetarian. If they made cheese sticks with a marinara sauce with that crust it would be a HUGE seller! The green salad was pretty standard and not much that was memorable or forgettable, just good and as expected. Unfortunately, the bruschetta was a huge let down -- we literally received halved cherry tomatoes on a piece of bread. They served it with olive oil to drizzle, but that did not even come close to what we expected. There are a few cats that roam the outside patio, but they don't bother you much. The staff was welcoming and we had good conversation with the server even for it being 20 mins before they closed.

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WILD

WILD

4.4(101 reviews)
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Fantastic experience. Location, food, service - all of it. The exec chef here also has a great…read moreplace in Chicago - Carino - which we love so we had to try this and it didn't disappoint.

This was by far one of the most delicious meals I've experienced in a long time…read more This restaurant was directly across from our resort and we decided to try it for our last meal in Tulum and we definitely saved the best for last. We did make a reservation, although the space was surprisingly empty at 7pm. We do know we came as the season is winding down, but for how good this food is, this place should always be packed. Our waitress was delightful - attentive, helped to explain every dish and the dishes all came out quickly but nothing felt rushed. The vibe is very jungle chic with open air seating, slightly covered by large leaf structures. Lots of candles and mood lighting. The menu offered quite the diverse selection of food options with a focus on traditional but elevated Mexican flavors. We started with some signature cocktails - my husband the mustachio whiskey drink and I had the wildfire. Both were perfectly mixed with great flavors. I will note the wildfire was more tart than spiced and did come with a fun flame element (sadly no pic). Also of note, the passionfruit that is used in this drink is a local fruit that is far more tart than other passionfruit you may have experienced. If you like a tart refreshing drink, this is your pick. We shared many dishes - the first was the pork rind with street corn dip. WOW. The pork rind seasoning was absolutely delicious and the serving size of street corn was epic. So rich, so delicious. We also shared the fried avocado - truly, the local avocados are heaven sent and the pumpkin seed purée was perfectly developed and spiced. Next up, larger dishes included the corn ravioli - this was so rich, and swimming in delicious truffle flavor. The raviolis were huge and there were 6 of them. The foam and nest elements while very pretty were also equally delicious. Not something that I often say when it comes to foam on plates. Finally, we had the shrimp main - I cannot put into words how amazing this dish was. The sauce was spicy, garlicky, and clearly developed over many hours. You could taste the time put into this. The shrimp were so tender the heads and tails just fell off. It comes with a side of bread and you will want to soak up every drop of this sauce with the toasted bread. If you are looking for elevated local flavors that have been carefully and meticulously curated then you must have a meal at WILD.

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