I've read so many great reviews of Kitchen Table prior to making reservations for my boyfriend & I during our vacation! Other than getting killed by the bugs even with bug repellant because of the jungle like outdoor seating, let me say it definitely did not disappoint - we both loved everything we ordered! Service was great too. Appetizers & Sides Tempura Kakiage Shrimp (10/10) - deep fried shrimp w/ purple and white onions, the sauce it came with was sweeter than regular soy sauce Plantain Fufu (8/10) - it was delicious, but was not feeling the consistently for some reason I thought it was going to be fried Main Entrees - From the Fire (all entrees come with a side) *Ahi Tuna Steak (10/10) - seared 2 minutes on both sides, it was perfect not overly cooked came with the potato salad side *Chuletas de cordero (lamb chomps) (10/10) - boyfriend's entree, he absolutely loved it - I'm usually not a meat eater just personal preference & even I enjoyed it! It was super tender, melt in your mouth goodness Drinks Mojito - refreshing! but nothing too special Tamarind Margarita - it had a nice kick at the end from the tamarind Don't forget to bring cash as it is cash only! Enjoy! read more

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HORRIBLE SERVICE!! If I could give -10 starts I would!!! They charged my friend OVER $800USD!! When we brought it to their attention they then tried to tell us to wait till the next morning for it to be "fixed"! It wasn't until we demanded it be fixed right then & there that they called a supervisor to fix it!! Absolutely horrible service & hospitality! Also the salad was ASS!!!! read more

This was one of the best meals I've had in years. Some of the most talented chefs making such simple food with such complex flavors. The jungle bread and fiduea was to die for, there's a smoky flavor from the charcoal oven. So good. read more

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This is the place to go to in Tulum. Did all the possible dinners and there is no better. Can get a reservation online. 9 pm seems to be easy to get, which I prefer, as it's not crowded. We had wine ( reasonably priced, unlike some other places around) and had the short ribs ( amazing) and pork belly ( very good). I want to go back tomorrow;). Truly worth it. The better version ( and better food) than Heartwood. read more

My husband and I started our honeymoon with dinner at the Kitchen Table in Tulum. It was a quick walk from our resort (Mi Amor) and we enjoyed the whole jungle experience...minus the mosquitoes so make sure you prepare with bug spray! The cocktails were exotic and refreshing, and each of our dishes was delicious. We had the mushroom quesadilla, octopus (cooked perfectly), the seared tuna and the puree plantain dish. All dishes were served on such unique pieces of wood from the forest (nice added touch). The finishing dessert of pot of salted caramel was so rich and sweet- right up my alley! If you're looking for a great authentic Tulum dining experience, make sure to venture into the Kitchen Table! read more

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5 stars. The service here is fantastic. Everyone from our host, to waiter, to food runner to bartender was great! Friendly and accommodating in every way. The food is top five for me in Tulum and I will most definitely return. There are no strictly vegetarian entree options but the appetizers are sizable and filling, plus the staff offers a vegetarian entree option when you ask. Deviled avocado was incredible. I wish I could have one everyday. Friends enjoyed the octopus and steak and mushroom quesadilla. Don't recommend the plantain fufu. Do not miss out on this place. Trust me. read more

Kitchen Table - Veggie tempura tacos, mushroom quesadilla, deviled avocado, grilled octopus, and steak! - Portuguese Near Me - Tulum, ROO

Mmm mm good! A little off the beaten path, but it's worth the find. It's one of those nicer and upscale restaurants, but it's still outdoor and no all natural bug repellent or ac! It's not bad when it's night and breezy, but the bugs, they're real when you're this Asian who gets eaten alive by mosquitos. I had the octopus and it was PHENOM! They definitely did this the right way. Mind you, I paid like $25 for this, so it better be right. The kitchen is right there in the open and you can just watch them make everything, but the only unpleasant part was the fire because it was so warm and we were already so hot. Anyway, the octopus was so incredibly tender and then perfectly grilled on the outside so it was so crispy. The seasoning was absolutely divine - savory, a bit buttery, some herbs and other spices - it really was one of the best I've ever eaten. The friend got the pork ribs which were a bit dry to her (but to be fair, she says she really only eats bbq/smoked pork which is fall off the bone and really tender). She also got an arugula salad which I had a bite of and it was delicious. The arugula was mild and not too bitter or peppery, the grilled pineapple was a nice touch and the dressing was light, yet flavorful enough (and not too heavy on all of the lettuce). Also got a salted caramel pot for dessert which was decadent. It was too much for us bc it tasted just super sweet and needed a cookie or something to offset the rich, velvety taste and texture. I also got a balam drink which is like a caprihini but with a different rum is what I'm told. It wasn't as tart as a caprihini and it was just alright. Passion fruit seeds in it...not sure why they do that! Overall, nice experience, a little relaxed and slow, but worth the shot! read more

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One of the best meals I've eaten in my entire life, and so good my girlfriend insisted we come back for our last dinner during vacation. It's a small venue but the ambiance is cozy and romantic. The servers are great, the cocktails are excellent, and the food is delicious with amazing presentation. Watch your food get cooked in the open kitchen. It was an amazing experience! Don't forget, they are cash only so make sure you bring plenty! read more

Must get: lobster of the day; sope Decent: fish of the day; caramel pot Skip: esquites The restaurant itself is probably the most beautiful in the city. It's more of a tree house than a traditional restaurant. read more

Beautiful delicious food in a gorgeous outdoor setting, both restaurant and kitchen! Chef Angie and her staff prepare and serve locally sourced, internationally inspired dishes in an environmentally conscious establishment. Be sure and try the locally and daily house-roasted coffee, roasted, ground and brewed to order! read more

I'd like to start by saying Kitchen Table in Tulum, Mexico is what dinning in your backyard should be like. To start off this review let me preface a few things: I got last minute reservations at the restaurant open which is 6pm sharp! I would suggest you try to book ahead if you want something a little later as they do get busy and fill up fast! However, if you get there early, expect to wait outside. *Caution if you drive: THERE IS NO AVAILABLE PARKING!!! (parking in the area is very hard, so either ride a bike, get a taxi, or show up early and hope!) That said, after the doors swing open at 6pm, you will enter a rock floored, hut themed, multi level steps, with seating peppered throughout. There is a lot of seating for both large and small parties (I was a party of 4), and there is a open kitchen somewhat at the center of all of this. *Caution if you have breathing problems: They do use burning fumes to drive off the bugs. This can be a little overwhelming like incense, but if you don't want the mosquito's bare with it, it'll make your overall meal more pleasant. If this is a problem, book a 7pm reservation or later. However, once you are seated the menu is not overly complex but is changing with the seasons. Their lovely staff is more than knowledgeable to walk you through the choice of salads, seafood's, and other delicious Portuguese inspired plates. *NOW THE SECRET: if you look around and do come early enough again (or reserve on the phone) there are big plastic coolers by the kitchen. In a few of those coolers are the biggest local warm water lobsters you've ever seen! Now this is NOT ADVERTISED on the menu, so you need to ask your server, but the deal here is that you can choose your lobster, they weigh it in front of you (roughly 1500 peso per KG, mine was 1410 peso) and then once you agree that you got the CASH ONLY to cover the cost, they'll split that thing down the middle and grill it up for you! This is the whole reason to come here so be sure to get the damn lobster! ... I regret not getting the one that was twice the size :/ Other than that, the staff is more than willing to bend over backwards to make sure you have a lovely meal, and my appreciations again to the chef for the comped lagostina's. Those were delicious! *Be sure to check out the cool washrooms too! read more

Best food we ate in Tulum. Original, delicious and hand crafted. Try everything on the menu- nothing will disappoint. Pleased everyone in our party from 12 years old to 55. Hands down the best cuisine in all of Tulum read more

Great Mexican fusion style food, drinks and service. I enjoyed the atmosphere, music, ambience-- rustic, intimate, cozy. Btw, cash only! read more

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This is probably one of the best restaurant I have ever been to The location and ambience is inviting . Quiet. Rustic , clean with an open kitchen . Only 12 tables.the owner is extremely friendly and he chooses the music which is light jazz. For appetizer we ordered the stuffed avocado and mushroom quesadilla . The best Entree I ordered angus beef shoulder which was grilled to perfection on a bed of beans w Chad and onions. Spicy snd sweet. Really special My husband had the grilled octopus . Out of this world . Crispy warm and delicious . For desert we ordered salted caramel which was served in a small glass jar . Prices are very reasonable . Especially if you come from Manhattan . Word of advice: if you get there around 7:00 pm you will get a table. If you show up at 8:00 or after be prepared for a long wait read more

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Most beautiful, romantic honeymoon dinner. Was able to be accommodated as a walk in despite limited reservations and hours. Atmosphere was cozy. Comfortable. And exciting to see our food grilled over fire. Beautiful food presentation. Loved my lobster, my husband loved his ahi. The apps were great too! The owners/chef are super nice. Drink menu looked amazing, though we didn't try any. They ran out of the passion fruit drink before we arrived so that was a bummer. Hope to be back again! read more

If you can only get to one restaurant while in Tulum, Kitchen Table better be the only name on the list. From the second we walked into the restaurant to the second we walked out, the experience, the food, the ambiance were second to none. We walked in on a Tuesday evening at 8pm without reservations (I would recommend them as there are only 12 tables) and were seated right away. We were politely greeted by the bartender as the bar is at the entrance. We were soon greeted by the host and were treated as if the restaurant we only open for us. We were seated in the open air restaurant where all the seats are situated in the area with the kitchen. The server brought us fresh, cold towels with which to clean our hands. We ordered a Malbec wine, sparkling water, deviled avocado, octopus, ahi tuna and a side of plantain fu fu. The deviled avocado was half of an avocado topped with a mayo-type seafood mixture, though I am not sure what it was, and it was served with chips. So, so good. The octopus came in a sizzling iron skillet and was super tender. The sauce for the octopus was a very flavorful compliment. The ahi was cooked enough to get some quick heat, but otherwise was perfectly raw. Both dishes came with a side, potatoes for the ahi and a fun pan bread for the octopus. If you miss Kitchen Table, you have missed out. read more

Kitchen Table - Portuguese Near Me - Tulum, ROO

First of all let's talk about the cocktails- we got to the kitchen table earlier than our reservation and we gravitated towards the intimate bar in front of the restaurant- we were greeted by the bartender Jonathan who recommended cocktails (my fiancé and I are not cocktail drinkers but the drinks sounded interesting so why not) I got a cocktail with mezcal, lime and chili liquor, my fiancé got a drink called lost innocence which has a hint of coconut and nutmeg sprinkled on top; both were soo good. Like I said were not cocktail drinkers and we were blown away by the depth of flavors of the cocktails he concocted . He explained how he uses the natural flavors and spices of tulum in order to make his drinks- he even made us the most wonderful natural tasting sparkling lemonade I've ever tasted. Jonathan helped elevate our experience at kitchen table. After the bar we sat down at our table, our waiter was attentive and very informative about the menu. We got the famous octopus; in addition we shared the crispy shrimp and pork ribs. Everything was delicious! The octopus was tender and flavorful, the tempura surrounding the shrimp was airy and the shrimp was fresh, the pork ribs was crunchy and melted in your mouth. Everything about this restaurant was excellent. The kitchen was within the dining area and you can watch the chefs prepare your food from a distance which made the dining experience much more wonderful. It's an intimate and relaxing atmosphere. In addition, we paid with crypto currency, which is a plus for my fiancé. The restaurant only takes cash or crypto currency. The whole process was easy and seamless. I would definitely come back! read more

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Adorable hidden gem in the jungle. Delicious food, perfect ambiance and setting. What a lovely meal! The Huitlacoche quesadilla was our favorite dish, and everything else was also very tasty. So glad we found this! read more

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Great food. Excellent service. The only thing that was a little annoying was that it is cash only but they let us know before hand so we had it ready. I really recommend the quesadilla as an appetizer. Also sitting by the kitchen was fun as we got to see the chefs at work since it is an open outdoor kitchen. Good vibe, excellent wait staff. read more

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Pretty unique dining experience tucked away in what really does appear to be a covered kitchen area in the jungle. Service was great (Pepe rules!) and food was generally very good. Nothing we ate was mind altering, but all was well done, tasty, presented nicely, and reasonably priced. Only one minor note - and absolutely not worth a formal complaint considering we ate everything before even asking about it - but the huitlicoche & flor de calabasa quesadilla was missing huitlicoche (but still delicious). I could understand some people's frustrations with needing to either call during normal hours to try to snag a reservation, or await email confirmation of online reservation requests, but we received our confirmation within a few hours of requesting for a next-day table for 2 which was plenty of time for us to plan on making it on time for that meal. If you do get the chance to dine here, I would recommend asking to sit on the jungle side, order a Diablito (mezcal drink), sit back and enjoy good food, very nice service, and a beautiful setting. read more

A solid dinner choice in a really nice open air space. We sat next to the kitchen both times, and enjoyed looking over the action on the grills. Service is excellent, they have a solid wine/drinks menu, and the food is a creative take on Mexican/South American cuisine. Particular highlights were the quesadilla with corn fungus (we ordered it both times!), and the jungle bread with roasted peppers. The mains were quite tasty, but (with the exception of the snapper, which was excellent) didn't quite make it to the same heights as the appetizers -- the pork ribs were delicious (but tasted like they were basted in butter, which just made them too rich), the octopus was delicious (but too chewy in parts), and the steak was pretty good (but overcooked). We quite enjoyed all of the sides, in particular the plantain. For dessert, we tried the caramel pot de creme which was really delicious (would absolutely order this again), and the cocoa truffles which were pretty good but unimpressive. Overall I'd be happy to come here again, especially as the menu changes, to see what the chefs come up with. (Note that they're cash only, and not inexpensive -- bring enough pesos!) read more

The cocktail here is amazing. Place is beautiful in a jungle. it is probably the fanciest place in town. It's a safe choice if you want to eat outside your resort but don't want to leave the beach line area. For the food, it's good, but not too much surprise. I feel it should be more, especially when it's a Manhattan price restaurant in Mexico. read more

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I was so excited to come here! I made a reservation for my 30th birthday a week in advance and really was looking forward to this being a highlight of my trip. Upon arrival, you'll walk into an intimate and dim environment right in the middle of the jungle. You're seated outside, so definitely bring bug spray! The Bad: for the price point of this meal, I had such disappointing and awful service. The waiter took a long time to greet us after we were seated, so another waiter (who was fantastic!) came and very kindly told us a little about the restaurant and the drink menu. Once our drinks arrived, it again took a long time for our waiter to come and take our food order. My issue with this waiter right off the bat was watching him pay extra special attention - and I mean smiling, laughing with the customers - to a certain table. Not sure if they were his friends or what, but they were definitely tourists. Whatever. At this point I think, maybe things will turn around. Nope. When he finally came to take my order, he seemed huffy and annoyed to serve my husband and me. I had some questions about entrees and wanted his opinion about what to pick. I asked, "well I know what we want to start, so would you mind if started with that and get back to you about entrees?" And his response LITERALLY was "well if you don't order now it's going to take a long time to get back to you." Uh, okay bud well I guess I'll just deal and pick my entree. Again, I see him hangIng around the other table and taking his sweet time catering to them. Food came and went without issue (because, I think, this dude didn't bring us our food). He didn't check on us until very late in the meal. We got no refills on water unless we asked for them. The other table leaves and I see this dude nearly walk them out and almost bowed to them when they left?! We ordered dessert. Received it without issue. Asked for coffee. He walked over to me with a candle on my coffee plate singing happy birthday. He set it down and casually said "I really screwed the pooch with dessert there." The service just put a really sour taste in my mouth. The Good: Drinks are amazing! We got the cured fish and the KT sopes to start and oh my god. KT Sopes are out of this world. You must get them. I ordered lobster and hubby got catch of the day. For dessert - we had some chocolate truffles that were out of this world! I don't think having this type of service is typical for this restaurant. I was greeted well, served well by OTHER servers and could see that customers were treated well. Just hope you don't get this waiter! read more

Delicious menu, great service, scrumptious drinks, and an all around awesome atmosphere! The tables are spread apart so you really feel like you have you're own space. It's all outdoors and open with plenty of greenery. I went with a party of 8 to celebrate a birthday and everyone loved what they got. They've been open for 5 years and they've had the octopus on the menu the whole time - definitely worth it. Then about a 10 minute drive to the big bar / club beach strip in tulum read more

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This is one of the best restaraunts that we went to in Tulum. It is a little bit on the pricier side compared to smaller mom and pop shops in Tulum (priced like an average American meal) but it is definitely worth a try. We ordered just about everything on the menu and it was all fantastic, I even tried the grilled octopus (amazing) definitely order if it is available. The rest of the food as well as the staff were amaze balls! The finishing touch of the caramel dessert hit the spot, I'm still haunted by how good it was and dream about it almost on a nightly basis! It is big enough to share but I recommend ordering at least 2 for each person! read more

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This spot is Bull... no one answers the phone or responds to our online review requests. We was really looking forward to eating hear after a referral from a friend in the states... but missed out on this meal due to their lack pf responsiveness. Tip!!! : don't have an online reservation system if you cannot make good on it. read more

Our favorite restaurant in tulum! We ate our way through the old menu, and looking forward to finish tasting the new one. KT never disappoints! Thank you for our fabulous meals read more

You know that feeling when something leaves a strong impression on you that you just want to go back right away? My experience at the Kitchen Table felt exactly like that! My husband and I were greeted and seated by who I believe was the owner/chef himself. He & the rest of the staff was so warm and welcoming. Since we came right when they opened, we had a pick at basically any table we wanted. They have tables available under the canopy and outside the canopy. We wanted to experience a little privacy so we decided to sit outside the canopy. It felt as if we were dining right outside the jungles of Tulum. We could hear the birds singing right next to us. The service was attentive and friendly. We didn't feel rushed at all during our meal. We ordered the enchilada to start. For our main entrees we devoured the swordfish and grilled octopus. We left some room for dessert. For that, we ordered salted caramel with walnuts. The swordfish and grilled octopus were cooked to perfection. Good amount of salt on the octopus. Neither were over cooked, so it made the dishes so tender. The salted caramel was a nice ending to a good meal. It wasn't overly sweet. The walnuts added texture and flavor to the salted caramel. I believe it may have been made with some goat cheese or milk. Not too sure, but it really added good flavor and depth to the simple dessert. From the time we left, I have already been trying to convince my husband to return once more to Kitchen Table before we leave Tulum! Thank you to the chef, cooks and staff for a wonderful meal! read more

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Very very slow service despite few customers. They did not get my order right. Got my bill wrong, trying to charge me for things i never ordered. And food is overpriced. read more

An excellent overall experience. A very accommodating and experience-focused staff allows this well-placed, jungle-immersed restaurant to thrive in a typically tourist-centric area of Tulum. The grilled octopus is a staple on the changing menu for good reason. Our large group enjoyed the care our server, Javier, had and the wait and kitchen staff were clearly well-trained and more than equipped to handle a large group such as our own. Management answered our questions on their operations well and were able to provide credible advice for night-life after our meal. A highly recommended stop if you find yourself in Tulum looking for a fresh, local, well-prepared meal. read more

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Stumbled upon Kitchen Table without a reservation around 7pm on a Saturday night, luckily they were able to accommodate us. (would definitely recommend a reservation as there were only a small number of tables) The ambiance was magical as you're literally seated in the jungle amongst the trees. The kitchen is visible from every seat and everything is cooked in their wooden grill and sourced locally. We ordered the crispy shrimp w/ aioli, pork ribs & pulpos (octopus). All three of the dishes were incredible and full of flavor. Overall Kitchen Table is a must if you're in Tulum! read more

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Great atmosphere. Great service. After 5 weeks of traveling In the Yucantan peninsula Tulum restaurant scene feels more like going back to restaurants that could be anywhere, this place was a good combination of foodie experience and a bit of a jungle visit. I would recommend, bring pesos! The place is cash only (at least now) read more

Personally, I believe this is THE BEST restaurant in all of Tulum. Not only is the food outstanding, it is such a fun place to enjoy a meal with whomever you are traveling with. Gorgeous design, super friendly staff, and food that I still think about while being back home in NY. It fills up very quick from the moment they open, definitely make a reservation in advance. Will be returning here and recommending read more

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Such an enjoyable atmosphere with some of the best food I have ever had. We ate the sea bass and short ribs with a sides of rice and sweet potato. Honestly, if you are in Tulum you MUST give this place a try. Not only is it delicious it is one of the more affordable restaurants in the area. read more

The best dinner we had in tulum by far. The atmosphere, food and drinks were amazing. I took one star away for service, the service from the busboys deserve 6 stars but our actual server Camila was terrible. She barley acknowledged us. Couldn't even be bothers to say a word to us after we order our entrees but I did see her go to the manager and ask how much tip we left! She was terrible, zero stars for Camila alone. I've never left a bad review so this goes to show how annoyed I am that she got one cent of the tip we left. Should go to the busboy 100% read more

Went here for my birthday. We got the devilled avocado to start and it was delicious. For mains we got the octopus and the steak which both were amazing. The waiter was so educated when we asked all our questions about the food. They also gave me a dessert and sang me happy birthday! It was a great experience and I would recommend coming here for a fine dining experience. read more

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The pulpo was EVERYTHING we hoped for and the atmosphere charming, however, the rest of the menu left something to be desired. We had the ribs, stuffed avocado, quesadilla, caramel dessert and two drinks. Over $130 for our meal, and it was just okay. Go for the pulpo but not everything else. read more

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This is a wonderful restaurant the ambience is great the staff was welcoming and gave excellent service and the food was outstanding. If you are visiting Tulum this is a must destination for dinner read more

We made a reservation here for a Saturday night in the "off season." It wasn't very busy and we were sat right away. The first table we were given wasn't our favorite as it was in the center of the restaurant right in front of the kitchen. The kitchen is the obvious focal point of the restaurant but we were looking for something a bit more private and were accommodated after asking. As a vegetarian, I had the quesadilla with a side of frijoles and my partner had the pork ribs with plátanos. The menu is small but there is a good variety of options and everything we tasted was great. The service was good but not great compared to many of the other places in Tulum. The staff was friendly but seemed distracted as if they were very busy despite the restaurant being fairly empty. read more

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Best meal we had in Tulum (and every meal was amazing)! This place came highly recommended by the concierge at our hotel and it did NOT disappoint! The service is great and the food was mind blowing. The open kitchen is right in the middle of the dining room which is pretty cool, when the ever chef reads off an order all his staff responds as if they're in a fraternity or on a sports team. It was rad. We had the catch of the day and the octopus along with crispy shrimp to start. Each course was simply incredible. For dessert we had the salted caramel pot. Afterwards we wanted to smoke to digest so we were led to the back of the restaurant where some chill dudes were cooking up coffee and offered me cigars. Honestly this place won us over hard. Do yourself a favor and don't skip out on the best food in Tulum! FYI we had our concierge make a 9pm reservation for us. Got there at 8:30 and we're seated immediately. read more