OMG...best ceviche ever! This classic, hole-in-the-wall looking joint was right around the corner…read morefrom our Airbnb in what I'm officially calling the best foodie neighborhood in Playa. We grabbed a table outside and soon were sipping a couple of cold beers and eating some of the freshest guacamole EVER. Then, the main course arrived: ceviche! We opted for the camarone ceviche, though there were several other varieties (including snail, which is only available seasonally). For a very fair price we got a plate literally HEAPING with fresher-than-fresh shrimp. Try as we might, we could only eat about half of it - luckily they gave us the rest in a to go box, which we transformed into quesadillas for the following day's lunch. I would consider this a must-do when in PDC. Pretty much everyone offers ceviche there, but the freshness of this one could not be rivaled. They also have an on-site fish market, too, if you want to grab something to cook up for dinner while in town.

Our first time trying this place and it didn't disappoint!! The fried whole Red Snapper is…read moreexcellent! They serve really fresh guacamole and refried beans are good. Definitely will go back again!

We thought this place was great. We ate there twice. The menu is limited, but what is on the menu…read moreis absolutely excellent, a reasonable price, and prepared with love and care. The wine selection is superb. And by the way did I mention desserts? They were absolutely fantastic as well. There are many restaurants in Cancun near to the touristy areas. In my opinion, most of these are expensive and bad. This is off the beaten track, but well worth the effort. We had a car so it was easy for us to arrive. They did offer valet parking for 50 pesos. I thought that worked well and was worth the money as this is kind of in a residential area with limited parking.

Okay, so the food was unironically delicious, with some amazing seafood options that you can't…read moremiss. It's definitely on the more upscale side of things and most of the menu is in Spanish and service was all in Spanish but you should be able to get what you want. The ambiance is a slightly dimly lit bar and the food prices are definitely higher than most places here but it's worth it. Tostada de atun (Tuna Tostada): 10/10 Very good fish. Has a very steak-like texturre and delicious. Quesadilla langosta (Lobster Quesadilla): 10/10 Lovely! My friend ordered it and it was fantastic. Price is fairly high since it's more upscale but was creamy and meaty. Raviolli Langosta (Lobster Ravioli): My friend ordered 4 Tacos but since most of them had shrimp and I'm allergic I didn't have those, but it was good according to them. Overall, lovely place, food was good and highly recommended!

MarBella is a fish market on the western coast of Isla Mujeres by the sea. There are beautiful…read morecurtains enclosing your private dining area right on the sand by the daybeds. You can select any fish from the market, and they can cook it in a variety of methods. Omario Tiradito: Tiradito is an adaptation of sashimi to suit the Mexican palette. Hogfish (boquinete, a type of wrasse) is thinly sliced and topped with butter mixed with Japanese spices (togarashi) and jalapeño peppers. Kisim Ceviche: This is premium ceviche with king crab, stone crab, onions, lemon juice, cilantro, and serrano peppers. Robayo: A whole snook (robayo) is fried and served with guajillo salsa, garlic sauce, and a creamy pasta. Grab chunks of firm delicate fish, add some savory and spicy habanero sauce, and eat it all in a tortilla. The Helado de Elote is corn cake ice cream. It's definitely an uncommon flavor. It starts off normal, like a typical vanilla, and then the corn flavor becomes more prominent. Somehow, the corn flavor really works well in ice cream.

Wow! The biggest ripoff in the island. Overpriced and undervalued. The service started great but…read morethey were not busy, as soon as more guest came, the service became slow and forgetful. Missing items we requested and having to ask a few times. The place looks nice and open with two levels. They are supposedly a "market" but it's a restaurant and a pier stop. People with their boast can come in. They have showers as well. We order the grouper (fish) and 1 dozen of oysters on the half shell. The fish came with the choice of rice, pasta or steamed vegetables. We decided to do the whole fish and get one filet out. I'm originally from an island so eating a whole fish is normal so I wanted to experience it again because back home where we live we don't have it. The fish was ok. It needed more flavor. Rice was hard and cold and not really tasty. The oysters were harder than usual. We ordered two of their Marbella sunrise (drinks) and they were good. Overall the food was NOT good or fresh. It made me sick! I got food poisoning. At the end of our trip in the island I got so sick I was puking on the beach and then walking the streets like a drunk person puking my guts out and not even with a buzz?! No thanks! My final advice? AVOID at all cost because what you will be missing here is your money from your wallet. Nothing special. Save your money and go somewhere else.

There may turn out to be closer markets, but DAC is worth seeking out. Fresh produce, grains,…read moremeats, packaged good, bakery and more. Bustling grocery store with lines outside or inside to pay, which is nice because it's popular! Weigh your nuts and grains and veggies/fruit. There was a lady giving samples of fresh hummus and something else. I asked about salsa fresca (though I saw some nice looking jarred salsas). She suggested making it myself with a handful of ingredients found at the store. I did, and it was fantastic. Around the store and outside, there were also festive decorations that would be fun to get, if you're so inclined. I like grocery stores, especially when they are unique to their neighborhood. DAC fulfills the promise of a fun time shopping for things you need and maybe also for things you want.

Awesome market with fresh fruit and veggies. Open from 7am-9pm! Hours are incorrect :)read more