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    Punta Morena Beach Restaurant

    3.8 (26 reviews)
    PriceyMexican

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Great beach area. Lots of shady spots. We were there on a day with no cruise ships in town
    Michael K.

    Making a bit of a bar crawl on the East side of the island finally stopped in to check out Punta Mureno. We'll be back. Had their Gauc n Chips and an order of chicken quesadillas. Ample portions were enough for the three of us. Beer nice and cold. Friendly staff throughout. Quite a number of vendors stop by the table but are very nice about No Gracias and moving on. Several shops with decent prices. Clean restrooms. Bar looks fun with some swing chairs but we didn't do that activity. Great stop on the east side.

    Regular nachos
    Deidra B.

    Lots of fun here and beautiful beach!!!! Visited here on the Bar Hop tour! The Nachos were delicious! Lots to offer here I would come back for sure!

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    Paul P.

    If you are in cozumel, and have a way to get to the more remote part of the island, this is a great place to go. The restaurant is on the beach and has postcard worthy views to enjoy while you eat mexican food and enjoy ice cold cervesa. We had beer, of course, guacamole, salsa, and an order of fajitas. Everything was great. The prices are a bit above average, but in line with the location and beach/island experience. The property is sprawling and after lunch you can take a siesta on one of the many hammocks, tan on the beach, take a swim in the ocean or in the pool. There are also many souvenier shops. We thoroughly enjoyed this establishment. Easy 5 stars in my book.

    Owen F.

    If you have time to go off the main portion of Cozumel, this is a bit of a hidden gem. Although prices are a little higher than other places, you won't regret the experience! Clean beach and great atmosphere, its a great place for family with tons to do! Enjoy the pool or the beach or a relaxing beach hair or hammock! Staff was very attentive and not pushy like other establishments. Kids enjoyed seeing a parrot and iguana. Overall and easy 5 star for me!

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    Alex R.

    I had no reception to check into this beautiful beach side restaurant. This place is gorgeous. Our taxi driver brought us here after zip-lining. The restaurant was just an oasis. It's completely secluded. There's nothing in either direction. The prices are definitely high for what you get. I do have to say that the guacamole was delicious and the shrimp and beef tacos were amazing. The shrimp tasted fresh. The black beans and rice were also pretty damn good. I have to say that the price was just fine because of the million dollar view. I felt Morgan Freeman was going to pop out of somewhere with Tim Robbins.

    Love this place, been coming for years....little known gem!!

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    Great place off the beaten path. Shrimp tacos are amazing!!! Beach view, great food and drink, and beach side massage all in one place.

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    Best salsa ever! Hope we can go back in the future. Visited a few years back while taking a cruise.

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    Review Highlights - Punta Morena Beach Restaurant

    If you are in cozumel, and have a way to get to the more remote part of the island, this is a great place to go.

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    El Fogón

    El Fogón

    4.6(1.3k reviews)
    33.9 kmCentro
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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.

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    Kondesa - Octopus

    Kondesa

    4.6(279 reviews)
    15.2 km
    $$

    Kondesa is one of those places where the setting almost steals the show. Almost…read more The restaurant is tucked away from the main tourist strip, and walking in feels like discovering a hidden garden. At night, it really comes alive. Lanterns hang from the trees casting a warm amber glow, everything feels soft and intimate, and a live band playing low-key jazz ties it all together. It's cozy, a little romantic, and honestly one of the better dining atmospheres on the island. Hard to say how it translates during the day, but at night, it works. The Food The food holds its own, even if the setting gets most of the attention. By Cozumel standards, it's some of the better food we had on the island. The menu leans creative but still approachable. We tried a bit of everything. The Mexican dumplings were fine. Not bad, not memorable. The trio of guacamoles was a hit, especially the one with fruit and bacon, which sounds questionable but works really well. The queso was exactly what you expect. Good, comforting, not trying to reinvent anything. The standout surprise was the tortillas. Freshly made and easily one of the best parts of the meal. They elevated everything they touched. The meat tacos were also very solid, well-seasoned and satisfying. Dessert was the house specialty, a cornbread-based dish with ice cream and toppings. Don't remember the name, but I remember finishing it, which says enough. Service Service was good across the board. Friendly, efficient, nothing over the top but nothing missing either. Overall Kondesa is worth visiting for the atmosphere alone, but the food makes sure it's not just a pretty place. Come for dinner, take your time, and enjoy the setting. It's one of those meals where the environment does half the work and the food handles the rest.

    I had high hopes for Kondesa and it absolutely lived up to the hype. First off, the restaurant is…read moreabsolutely stunning. The lush plants and decor really elevate the atmosphere--I felt like I was dining in the middle of a jungle. But not a stuffy jungle with bugs everywhere! Our server (I believe his name was Victor?) was phenomenal--attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. As for the food, everything was incredible. We started with the fundido and lionfish cakes. I didn't try the fundido myself, but everyone at the table couldn't stop raving about it. The lionfish cakes were so good, I was honestly tempted to skip an entree and just order another round of those. For my main, I had the Yucatán fish and it was unbelievably good. I hadn't had red snapper in a while and didn't know what to expect, but it totally blew me away. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Cozumel, and Kondesa is definitely at the top of my list of reasons to return.

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    Kondesa - Bar area

    Bar area

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    Punta Morena Beach Restaurant - mexican - Updated August 2026

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