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Pik Nik

4.8 (106 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Chile en Nogada
Clayton H.

Excellent customer service. So good I came back twice. Once for breakfast and another for this wild chile dish called Chile en Nogada. This is seasonal but if you can try it you should absolutely order it. One of the most interesting and delicious combinations of flavors I've had. Great authentic experience.

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jeff s.

The short version: great food, great service, very reasonably priced. Cash only. Street parking nearby. One of the issues with a lot of restaurants in the PDC area especially near the tourist areas is that the food is either overpriced, not very good, or both. This restaurant is none of those things. The food is excellent and priced very well. Very authentic tasting. They serve from breakfast at 730 am until 930/10 at night for dinner. One day we came for breakfast and then later for dinner. Both meals were needless to say excellent. My favorite for breakfast is chilaquiles. They make one of my absolute favorite version. Red sauce that wasn't too spicy and not very sour, literally perfect. For dinner the cochinita pibil was amazing. So tender I didn't even use a knife just a fork. The tortilla soup also excellent and very hot which is a must for soup! The servers don't speak that much English but that's ok, use Google translate. They have outdoor dining and indoor dining. Worth the walk from the beach area. El fogon used to be my favorite restaurant in pdc...but this one might have just taken that title away from them. And without the crazy long line and loud atmosphere like over at el fogon. Anyways highly recommended.

Red chicken chilaquiles (without onion)
Ana C.

I first tried this restaurant two years ago when they were in a different location. The decorations in this restaurant are really nice and colorful. I ordered a cappuccino because I was needed some caffeine, and it was pretty good as cappuccinos can be. I then ordered the red sauce chicken chilaquiles. I LOVE chilaquiles and these were pretty good! They weren't very spicy which is good (they brought a sauce that added a little spice). Additionally, the staff was really nice. We ended up having a 15 minute conversation with one of the staff members about central Mexico (since that's where we're from). Definitely recommend trying out this place. Glad to say I've had a good experience both times I've been.

Guacamole app
Robyn F.

Great customer service. Timely food & drinks. Everything had flavor & was fresh. The drinks were a nice pour. Reasonable prices. Inside & outside seating. Cute decor, cups & plates. Enjoyed the food & experience.

Russ L.

Luis (the owner) was a wonderful young man. He talked to me about what the restaurant specialty dishes. Service was amazing and the food was simple, delicious and authentic.

Jamaica Y.

I wish there were more places like this in Playa--low key, delicious and local. The servers were incredibly sweet and I even saw one of the servers pop by even though he wasn't working to say hello to some elderly regulars. Definitely worth checking out for breakfast.

Vegetarian enchiladas and traditional Mayan food
Sherese W.

This is such a wonderful establishment, with traditional Mayan foods. It's just a few block off the Playa del Carmen strip. But well worth the 11 min walk from our hotel. The serve and food was absolutely amazing, that we even returned a second time. Definitely worth every dollar.

Huevos Rancheros
Cam S.

Very cozy, colorful little cafe with an affordable breakfast packet. The beautiful wooden patio and leafy adornments really hammered home that tropical feel you're seeking whilst in the area. Notably, it wasn't super crowded at prime breakfast/brunch time on a Sunday. Perhaps being off the main drag in PDC helped.. that being said the prices aren't going to be as jacked up as tourist spots on the strip. The salsa ranchera truly had one of the best flavors that I've encountered outside of Mexico City. The cafe de olla was pretty impressive too.

Cheese (queso blanco) enchiladas with green sauce, yummy rice and black beans
Amber-Sky S.

Fantastic service, good food, what's not to like? Javani was awesome and we really enjoyed our time there. It was really warm and humid but they had some fans out to help cool their customers down. Also, it had been raining and my girlfriend was getting bit by mosquitos but they offered use of their personal can of Off bug spray that we both were able to use. I had cheese enchiladas with a creamy green sauce and my girlfriend had chicken molé, plus we each had a beer (Victoria brand). We also ordered bottled waters and they gave us a cup with ice to pour it over. Everything was good and we are planning on trying to make it back for breakfast before we head out of town. A little off of Quinta Avenidabut worth the walk to save on price and get some good food and service. I would say my least favorite was the chips and salsa but that's just because some of the chips were a little stale (hard not to be with all the humidity) and I prefer more of a salsa Fresca but it was still decent. They accept credit cards as well.

Steak Fajitas
Jack M.

I ordered the steak fajitas. They come with a healthy portion. The steak was slightly tough but did have a nice charred flavor. The rice, veggies, and tortillas were all excellent. The steaming hot fresh tortillas were really quite a nice touch.

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Amazing food and prices, I love Piknik! I come here often when I'm in PDC. The drinks and food are amazing and never a long wait

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Loved this hidden gem for some delicious local fare. The service was great. We'll be back!

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Fenomenal! Awesome! We received great service and the food was delicious. Best margaritas ever. Cash only if I am not mistaken.

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Amazing food & service! The Fried Fish plate is incredible. Highly recommend to anyone in PDC looking for a good meal

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El Fogón

El Fogón

4.6(1.3k reviews)
1.0 km•Centro
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After visiting all three El Fogón locations in Playa del Carmen, I can confidently say they're all…read morefantastic. The service is quick, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the food is consistently delicious. Before your meal even arrives, you're served a plate of fresh radishes, cucumber, and lime wedges, plus a selection of toppings including tomatoes, onions, and both a green and red salsa. Unfortunately this location didn't give us the cactus like the other locations did. The red salsa was my favourite, it paired perfectly with the tacos and had just the right amount of heat and flavour. The standout for me was the al pastor taco. The meat was incredibly flavourful with crispy edges, a smoky char, and the perfect balance of savoury spice and sweet pineapple. It was easily one of the best al pastor tacos I had in Playa del Carmen. I also tried the sirloin taco and the chicken breast plate, both of which were excellent. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the quality was impressive, especially for the price. El Fogón absolutely lived up to the hype. If you're looking for authentic, delicious tacos and grilled meats that won't break the bank, this is a must visit. I loved it so much that I ended up eating at all three locations and every visit was just as good as the last.

We had a fantastic meal at El Fogón in Playa del Carmen! The atmosphere was fun, lively, and felt…read morevery authentic. The service was outstanding, and everyone made us feel welcome. My wife and I shared the chicken fajitas, which were excellent. My friend ordered the al pastor fajitas, and his wife had the pork chops--everyone agreed the food was delicious. The guacamole was fresh and amazing, and every dish was flavorful and generously portioned. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with excellent service and a great atmosphere, I highly recommend El Fogón. We would definitely come back!

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El Fogón - View from interior towards the corner intersection.

View from interior towards the corner intersection.

El Fogón - Nopales

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El Fogón - Strawberries smoothie

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Axiote - Mezcal tasting pairing

Axiote

4.4(280 reviews)
0.3 km•Gonzalo Guerrero
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Axiote Cocina de México was an incredible, beautiful restaurant, and one of the highlights of our…read moretrip--a perfect reminder to get out of the hotel and experience the local fare. The space is warm and completely unpretentious--wood, simple tables, an open kitchen and a palapa-style roof. Nothing about it screams "fine dining," and that's part of the charm. The perfectly prepared food does all the work. We chose the tasting experience, and bite for bite it was outstanding. The fried mushrooms were perfect, the fish ceviche was awesome, and the beef tongue was cooked beautifully. And don't be afraid of the grasshoppers--seriously. Yummy. Even ingredients I normally don't gravitate toward, like black beans, were used so thoughtfully that I enjoyed them. The drink pairings were equally impressive--tequila, beer, wine and espresso--and each one genuinely complemented the course it accompanied. We were basically the only guests that evening, and our waiter turned that into a wonderfully personal experience. He patiently answered every one of our many "American questions" about the ingredients, preparation and pairings, never making us feel rushed or out of place. A sincere thank-you to him, the cooks--who my partner and I gave a standing ovation to--and the entire team for making the evening so memorable. My one tiny suggestion? Cloth napkins. With that many courses, sauces and textures, the paper ones felt a little out of step with the quality of the food. But when the napkin is your biggest criticism, they're doing something right. And then there's the value. For an experience of this quality, the price was remarkable. Our total was about $320 including tip for the full tasting experience and pairings for two. We have spent more than twice that on comparable special-occasion dinners at home, so Axiote felt not just exceptional, but genuinely budget-friendly for what you receive. Axiote is relaxed, confident, welcoming and absolutely worth leaving the resort for. Go hungry, ask questions, trust the kitchen--and yes, eat the grasshoppers.

Great experience last Friday night at this Michinlin Bib restaurant. So glad I stopped by this…read moreplace is bomb and super not pretentious! Wish I got the tasting menu but I opted for 3 of the specialties instead and they were delicious... Tasting menu is best value tho! I got the raw trout sashimi thing and it was by far the best plate of the meal (first dish/appetizer) , then got the shrimp flautas (good not amazing) then I got the trout loin for the entree (good not amazing) Skinny marg was perfect and so was the waitress! Would recommend and go back but like I said I would for sure do with the 6 or 8 course tasting menu!

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Axiote - Inside

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Axiote - Course 5 of tasting menu - beef tongue

Course 5 of tasting menu - beef tongue

Axiote - Tomate - mezcal, cucumber, parsley, tomatillo, worm salt

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Tomate - mezcal, cucumber, parsley, tomatillo, worm salt

La Perla Pixan & La Carbonería - CRICKETS, don't hesitate!!

La Perla Pixan & La Carbonería

4.3(184 reviews)
0.6 km•Gonzalo Guerrero
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This place is amazing from the food to the staff! We came in with our 2 year old who was asleep…read morethey accommodated her and my wife to make her comfortable while she slept and the service was above and beyond and the food was the best food I have eaten while here definitely recommend!

We were wanting a "smaller" lunch and I had read that this place was awesome, so we decided to give…read moreit a try. It helped that it was pouring rain and most of the restaurant was under cover, unlike a lot of spots, so it was perfect. We were seated quickly and helped shortly after. Service was...interesting. Felt like we had the hardest experience with communication here, which is fine, as Americans that is our fault. Things like they have a porn star martini ( my fav) as a mocktail so I asked if it was possible to add a shot of vodka. They initially recommended the espresso martini which I did not want so I was just opting for water and he pushed the original option on me then charged be $20 for it, which was insane. They also pushed sales hard here, it felt a little off...like we just wanted to enjoy a meal and at the end we're hounded to try their mezcals. BUT food came quick and effeciently so no major complaints there, just be aware. As for the food, it was incredible. Again with the communication, we pointed and asked for the beet carpaccio....they brought out beef carpaccio WHICH thankfully we both eat meat because honestly, it was freaking incredible. We didn't even say anything about the mix up because it was a highlight. They brought it out under a glass smoker, it had a cream sauce, and rosemary, lime, cheese, it was just perfect. We also had the corn which was super unique, the tuna appetizer which had SO MUCH FLAVOR, and the fundito which was on par with everywhere else in the area. It ended up being more food than we planned but it was incredible in flavor, whoever the cook is does a great job of marrying flavors because it was an incredible meal. Be ready for the communication gap, but know you won't eat anything bad here.

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La Perla Pixan & La Carbonería
La Perla Pixan & La Carbonería - HUAUZONTLE WEATHERED

HUAUZONTLE WEATHERED

La Perla Pixan & La Carbonería - Dulce de leche

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La Cueva del Chango - Huevos motuleños con jamón de pavo, chícharos y salsa de jitomate, 
 acompañados de plátano macho frito

La Cueva del Chango

4.4(491 reviews)
0.5 km•Gonzalo Guerrero
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I'm still sitting here eating. This soup oh my God. It's so good. Very flavorful and so fresh. It's…read morethe chicken broth soup with veggies. We also got chicken enchiladas and chilaquiles. Our server fakoundo is wonderful. Everyone here is great and the ambiance is perfect. I love it here. This is my 4th time in Playa and I've never been here but I will always come back!

Okay this place is so adorable. We were staying at an AirBnb around the corner and I had made a…read moreshort list of places to try if we were hungry, this somehow popped up on my Tik Tok one day and was glad I had written it down. We walked up for brunch timeframe and were told it would be 10-15 minutes, they had plenty of seating to wait BUT it was really only 3-4 minutes which was perfect. They have an open air concept, and we sat in back which was like a little magical garden area with a creek running through it. It was so adorable, and so tropical. Their drink menu was tasty, we got a couple of their mezcal drinks which low key were probably the best in all of Playa. Unique, fresh, and delicious. The food was incredible. My husband got a shrimp dish, it came with some very unique and creamy potatoes and a sauce that was so flavorful. I got a classic Chilaquiles dish that had so much flavor, but all the ingredients tasted so fresh and amazing. And almost a whole avocado on top which was insane. Such a great experience. We weren't rushed, taken care of, fantastic food and drink. I can see why it's highly rated.

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La Cueva del Chango - Fresh flowers

Fresh flowers

La Cueva del Chango - Empanadas con frijoles de la olla y pico de gallo. A escoger con: queso Oaxaca, chaya, champiñones, nopales.

Empanadas con frijoles de la olla y pico de gallo. A escoger con: queso Oaxaca, chaya, champiñones, nopales.

La Cueva del Chango - Restaurant entrance

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Restaurant entrance

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