We went to brunch at Lara & Luca. Very cute place with easy parking in the front, a guide is there…read moreto help you park, which is nice! Walking in, they're very welcoming! The restaurant is clean and very modern. The ceiling is cute! They have egg cartons as their ceiling! I was surprised that I couldn't just got hot black coffee, so I ordered a latte, wasn't disappointed! They even designed a heart at the top! We shared an almond croissant and they gave out passionfruit yogurt with a crunchy topping - these two things were my favorite of the meal. We are even talking about going back tomorrow just to get these two things! We also shared the Luca sandwich - this was delicious!! The sandwich has ham, cream cheese, mushrooms, and truffle oil, and topped with an egg. So delicious! There was a salad on the side that had some type of vinaigrette on it. The only complaint was that the vinaigrette was soaked up in the bottom piece of bread which made those bites a little busy when all in one bite. If I ever get a chance to order this again, I'd ask for the dressing on the side. We also got the chicken and waffles. This is the only thing we were disappointed with, not disappointed enough to mark the rest of the experience down though. The chicken was pretty good, but some bites were really salty. The waffle was so dry, even with adding the syrup, it didn't help with the waffle much. Overall, we loved this place! So glad we got to eat here! And the service was wonderful throughout the whole meal!

Trendy food spot near Playa Car that's worth a visit…read more Stopped by this place after seeing how good the food looked coming out of the kitchen--beautifully plated, fresh, and clearly made with care. The vibe is casual yet modern, with a trendy beach-town feel that fits the Playa Car scene perfectly. I ordered the croquette sandwich with an egg, and it absolutely delivered. The croquette was crispy on the outside, soft and savory inside, and the egg added a nice richness. What really elevated the whole dish, though, was the aioli--creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. It tied everything together beautifully. Honestly, they should bottle that stuff. A nice surprise was the complimentary yogurt with grains that came out before the meal. It was a thoughtful touch--light, subtly sweet, and a great palate teaser before the main dish arrived. It gave the whole experience a more refined feel without being pretentious. Service-wise, it was minimal but efficient. The waitress was polite but a bit dry--no real recommendations or extra engagement--but everything arrived promptly and correctly, so no complaints there. All in all, it's a spot I'd happily return to. The food is excellent, the vibe is chill, and little touches like the complimentary yogurt show they're paying attention. Definitely a solid find near Playa Car.

Awesome restaurant serving yummy Venezuelan food. Clearly this spot is a labor of love for the…read moreowners and people working here. The waitress was great, very fluent in English since she lived in NC for a while. Everything we ate and drank from the delicious fresh juices to the different items on their menu was great. The only nit is that the food took a super long time to come out.

Must try: Cachapa Chévere!…read more Why: Delicious breakfast, which I tried the Cachapa for the first time! It came with black beans, plantains, cheese, avocado, and I added an egg. The corn battered pancake-like shell was soft sweetness. The Cachapa was much larger than I thought so it was filling! I was happy and my tummy was full to kick off the morning right. Notes: Cute place a few blocks from main 5th Avenue. They have indoor and outdoor seats. Clean and spacious. The server was awesome! Super welcoming and helpful. I was practicing my Spanish while he was practicing English. It was fun and engaging. The other workers were friendly too checking in if I needed anything. They provided 4 shot sized juices to start and my fav was passion fruit. Had a great time and a great breakfast! Definitely saving this place for a future visit!

I can't recommend this hidden gem enough. This was by far the best breakfast experience we've had…read morein a long time. Juan and Angel were knowledgeable and exceptionally friendly. The chorizo Chilaquiles and various waffles are unmatched. To the point we struggled to order anything else because they were just that phenomenal! Be sure to try the lemonade too! 10/10

1000/10 ! The iced latte was the best coffee I've had in all playa de carmen! Angel was great,…read moreamazing service, and so welcoming :) thanks to the owner for the delicious food

Their steak and eggs is my go to! Delicious. I love sitting outside with my dog for breakfast…read more Highly recommend for a chill breakfast

Came here for the second time after 3 years because we really loved it the first time around. This…read moretime it sucked. The food was okay but the employees were not that great. You'd think the customer is always right in this instance but no not here. I got the chilaquiles but on the menu it didn't not say it had sour cream. I don't like sour cream when they brought it out and I told them the guy just said let me tell the chef if we can change it. Came back and said no that he would have to make a whole new one. What if I was allergic? I don't know stuff like that just left me super upset not only was I trying to take off the sour cream I was forced to eat it , cause what else? What I supposed to not eat? Or they wanted me to pay another dish. That to me wasn't great customer service whatsoever. WILL NOT BE BACK!!!

Tried the Italian as well as the mushroom bomblette. Both were fantastic. Decent portion size and…read morecame with a good little salad. The ambiance here is impeccable and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. This was my favorite out of 4 vegan restaurants visited so far in Playa del Carmen. Plan to be back soon!

I came on two occasions and both I enjoyed. This is a vegan place. The products are high quality…read moreAnd the composition of plates is intelligent. I've ordered the fruit bowl, tempura cauliflower tacos, and falafel pita. The fruit in the bowl is fairly fresh. It's a basic fruit bowl. The tempura cauliflower tacos have outstanding thick tortillas, fresh avocado, well executed tempura cauliflower, and fresh pickled cabbage. The balance of flavors makes for a genuinely good tack. The falafel pita was also quite good. The falafel had a crisp bite and smooth savory chick pea interior. The fries that are included are fresh, crisp on the bite, and smooth on the inside.

Pooh and I came here for lunch. It's our second day in Playa Del Carmen and it's hot!!!…read more We were at the beach and walking in the sand felt wonderful while thinking of -26 weather at home. This restaurant is on Fifth Avenue, the main walking street for tequila and a variety of restaurants and watering holes. It's out in the open with a covered part too. We started off with a pitcher of sangria. It was cold and delicious. I ordered the Volcano nachos and Pooh had the quesadillas. Pooh loved his quesadillas. They were very tasty and cheesy. Crunchy on the outside and soft interior My nachos were amazing. They were stacked (see photo) and each layer had all the fixings. They came with both hot and mild sauces. The hot wasn't too spicy but it had a wee kick. The server and staff were very friendly.

Lol these places crack me up. These are tex-mex food for picky Americans who stay on the strip…read more Great service. Sub par drinks (my husband endulged in one of their margs with a beer and I made fun of him the whole time, which, he also made fun of himself). The food is okay, like fast food mexican. Nothing super unique, fresh, or out of this world. But you know what it's perfect for? Those nights you're a little too drunk walking 5th street and need something to sober you up. That, or picky kids.

This a such a cute and charming place. Their hot drinks are absolutely well done. Cappuccino and…read morelate, which we have tried. Their food is also very delicious.

Don't bother coming here unless you're staying at the Thompson. I went in because the reviews were…read moregood and it was nearby but I had to wait in their overly warm reception area and got the opposite of a warm reception as the front desk lady called around to see if they could "let me" have breakfast and ultimately decided that the restaurant was only for guests. Waste of my time on a travel day and confusingly demeaning for no good reason. Score is not based on food as I didn't get any.

Had the best American breakfast at Cinco during my stay at the Thompson Main House. The service and…read morestaff were very attentive and accommodating. We enjoyed seeing them each morning and we truly enjoyed the delicious breakfast as well. The food and fresh green juices definitely made our trip great!

Excellent food! Great service - very reasonably priced without sacrificing flavor! Service was…read moreincredible too!

I'm just gonna be a bit of a jerk here and just say that any of the bad reviews of this place are…read morejust silly. My husband and I came here both hungry and killing time before our ride to the airport. Our server (his first day!) was great, and the breakfasts were outstanding. The best we've had in our 10 days in Mexico. I had the huevos rancheros and my husband had the huevos fritos. Our meals were tasty, and came with sides of a wonderful polenta (my favorite!) and caprese kind of salad. The toast was even good, and this place would contend for some of the best coffee we've had in Mexico too. Definitely 5 stars, we and our tummies were very pleased. :)

Authentic French cuisine just off the beaten path in downtown Playa del Carmen. We ordered the paté…read morede campagne, cordon bleu aux epinards, rotisserie chicken (1/4 breast), and pear cobbler with vanilla ice cream. The owner was lovely, ambience was relaxing, and the food was excellent. Highly recommend.

Blonde Onion Soup,Roasted Local Whole Chicken,Spinach Salad,Chicken Liver pate ,crème brûlée divine…read more Chef and whole stuff are the best