Everybody rant and raves how great it is I thought it was so so…read moreMaybe the Pastor store tacos are just better in the town. I live in in California cause I didn't think their pastor lived up to the hype Hopefully, it's just an off day for them

Stopped by a little after 12pm on a weekday. Had a large order of 60+ tacos to go, which they…read morecranked out within 15-20 min. Got a mix of al pastor and chicken, all of which came with many bags of salsa (red and green). General consensus was the al pastor was great, chicken was a bit dry and passable. Washed it down with some horchata (which was also fine). Skip if you don't eat pork, but 5 stars for the al pastor in terms of flavor and value.

Came here for a nightcap after dinner. We ordered a Pina Colada and Passion fruit Margarita with…read moreMezcal. The Pina Colada was watered down and the taste of alcohol was absent. I hardly drink and did not get even a baby buzz from the drink. The Margarita was OK. The service was OK. Each drink was $300 MXN or around $17 USD. Maybe I visited on an off day? There's plenty of other places in the area, this place would be a last resort.

Amazing and absolutely delicious! I had the shrimp and beef tacos so good. I'll be back for sure!read more

Found this place on a stroll out of the Hotel and was the best decision we made. We had the Mahi…read moreMahi tacos and chicken tacos and they were both amazing!! Staff was very kind, informative and funny. Excellent place to experience with the great atmosphere by the water and had a calming saxophone playing live while we were there.

Absolutely recommend this place my friend took us for a dinner night and the fish was out the…read morework specially the girls felt. Also ordered the cardamom fish taco which it was Devine. My friend order the cauliflower Parmesan and it was a lovely fish if you in that area this restaurant is highly recommended Great service and great food and the vibe is just right

This place is amazing , the ambiance is incredible, the service is even better and the food…read more...takes the top prize! Bone marrow is a must Tip, book the drink tasting experience.

Second time at Arca and much better than our first! We had…read more* our go-to soft shell crab tacos- lightly breaded and served with local edible leaf as a taco shell * prawns with curry sauce- perfectly grilled with the head on * grilled octopus * scallop ceviche that was amazingly presented and seasoned, served with in-house crackers * sea bass filet * dessert- coconut/passionfruit/ mango ice cream served in a husk. Great mixture of flavors! Chocolate ice cream - beautifully presented and some rich chocolate ice cream as well, and another dessert that I forgot. So maybe that one may be just okay LOL * drinks - Miami Nice (passionfruit) and a no name drink that the resto blends into a clear drink, served with a guava block. You take a piece of the guava block and leave it on your tongue, and sip your drink. Very very smooth! Would highly recommend this unknown drink. Michelin starred, reservations highly recommended. Better to come without heels since the flooring is made out of pebbles, dim lighting contributing to the dining experience, and fantastic service.

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.

Adorable location with attentive staff and great food! We…read moreeven sampled some Mezcal at the suggestion of our waiter and found some new favorites. The seating is comfortable. We look forward to a return trip.

After a tiring day at the Coba Ruins, you'd want some refreshments and a hearty meal. Lucky for…read moreyou, El Cocodrilo is just 5 mins away from the ruins. You can either drive there or walk and you won't miss it. It is on the main road and open to the road. The ambiance is great! This is the place for some authentic Mayan flavors. We asked the waiter for his favorites and he gave us some amazing recs. We had the grilled chicken, bbq pulled pork, and a vegan dip. Every single one of these dishes slapped hard. There was flavor, there was kick, and for a very good price. We highly recommend this place for all visitors! They do not take card as there is no internet connection so bring cash!

Wow! We stopped here because of the other reviews. Just barely outside the Coba ruins gate, we…read moreparked right in front, we're met at our car by a waiter, abd led to an outdoor table with a great view and good fresh air. The food was super great at a great price. Service was excellent! Hubby had water. I had the homemade lemonade....so good!! I had sliced thin grilled chicken. Hubby thought he was ordering 1 taco and 1 cheese empanada. He didn't read well. It was 3 of each! They were all fab, and he ate them all! They have a tiny, tiny shop that sells a few things made by the indigenous locals. Hubby loved our tablecloth so much, we found an exact one like it there and bought it. Stop, eat, shop! Yummy!

I went out looking for another establishment, which I couldn't find. I searched Yelp and Google and…read morethey appeared promising so I stopped by. I parked next door in front of the store. But as I approached I was a little annoyed with the dogs and cats that appeared to be lingering around outside of their place. So I hesititantly came in anyway. (IM NO PET LOVER AND DONT LIKE EATING WITH ANIMALS NEAR MY FOOD! ) I ordered and my drinks and food came quickly. 2 HUGE dogs wandered in and started begging for food. A patron at another table decides to feed them. ***EYE ROLL*** Now the dogs are looking for everyone to feed them. Going table to table. I DO NOT PLAY WITH ANIMALS!!!! So I'm instantly irritated that I have to keep showing these dogs off while I'm trying to enjoy my meal. Loss of 2 stars for the dogs. The food was ok. Wouldn't probably return because the animals roam Free and I dont like that.

This is a cute side of the road shack, chill atmosphere and mexican vibes. They have your standard…read moremexican fare with an off road atmosphere next to the busy highway. Good place on the edge of town to fuel up before your next journey. Decent food for a decent price.

Great food! Here for a spring break trip. Saw this wasn't too far from our hotel and off the beaten…read morepath. Reviews are right. This place is great. My husband got sirloin tacos off the rotisserie. I got a pollo plate. So good! We also added on guac, chips and a potato taco. Everything was great. Will come again. Sorry forgot to take a pic before we dug in.

We loved El Fogón so much we came back twice during our trip and that says everything. For a spot…read morethat's Michelin Guide-recognized, it still feels authentic, unpretentious, and very local. No gimmicks, just seriously good tacos. The tacos were packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and served hot and fresh every time. You can taste the quality and the technique especially in the way the meat is cooked and carved. Everything felt simple but done right, which honestly is what makes a taco stand out. The atmosphere is lively and busy (for good reason), but service moves quickly and efficiently. It feels like the kind of place locals actually eat at, not just a tourist trap with hype. We fully intended to try different taco spots around Playa del Carmen... but after our first visit, we couldn't resist coming back. When a place makes you change your food itinerary, you know it's worth it. If you're in Playa and debating whether it lives up to the hype it does!!