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We had been to RosaNegra in Mexico City and decided to continue the tradition by going to the Tulum one. The Tulum one is wayyy larger than the Mexico City one and the vibe was very energetic. The servers were super sweet and ensured we were comfortable despite the loud crowd. They were enjoying themselves too which I totally loved. We ordered a bunch of cocktails and some fried tofu, grilled asparagus and some Japanese rice for apps. The food took a while and wasn't impressive, except for the Japanese rice but I wouldn't hold it against them as this restaurant is more of a party place. The music that day was insane and they were playing both old classic and new house music tracks. The price is on the steeper side so be careful about what you are ordering.
We had a pretty disappointing experience overall. We asked for beer, but none of the options on the menu were actually available. We also tried to order fish tacos, which weren't available either. I did order a drink that was both cute and delicious, so that was definitely a highlight (snaps for that). Unfortunately, my burger came out very undercooked, and I wasn't asked how I wanted it prepared. I ended up paying $40 for something I couldn't eat, which was frustrating. I really wish there had been better communication about what was available and a bit more attention to how food was prepared.
We had a fun dinner here one night with some friends and enjoyed the dark mysterious atmosphere, the great food, and excellent service. Our server Raul was very helpful in ordering gluten-free options for me. We enjoyed the artful presentation of the cocktails and the tacos were fabulous. It's a pricey tourist area so just be prepared for American prices but definitely better service and great food.
Go here if you want the Tulum party experience. The staff has some tracks and tricks to ensure they include every table in and there are groups celebrating bachelorettes and weddings so it gets really lit (especially with the lit fire sticks they pass). Again we were only here to try a dessert and the experience, so we got the chocolate sphere, which should come with a disclaimer that it serves 4-5 people. And it comes with a whole show, lights drama et al. Even their restrooms have a vibe with stone sinks and the works. They don't push tips.
Wow!!! I'd never been to Tulum and the Strip makes your head Spin! It is filled with Extraordinary, Elegant, Fine Cuisine & Luxury shopping. This place was nothing short of that! And Festive to boot! The had a show with music handed us sparklers & people danced about and stop tables. The food was Great service for the price could've been better that's the ONLY reason for 4 stars; and quite frankly it was more like 4 1/2 stars. The best thing about this place was my Espresso Martini it was presently second to none & we have stayed at 5 stars hotels all over the world. Very very impressive!
The vibe inside this restaurant is great, but the food was just okay. My friend ordered the fish tacos. These were some of the worst tacos I've tried - super dry and salty and the salsa lacked flavor. I had the salmon which was tasty, but nothing exceptional. I asked for the salmon cooked medium and it came out to the temperature I requested. I wish there was actually a little more salt on this dish. The burrata was good. The server was attentive and friendly! If you are dining in Tulum, most restaurants do not have windows to enclose the building. RoseNegra was the same, so it was fairly hot while we were eating. If I came back to Tulum, I wouldn't come back here.
I had a fantastic time at this restaurant. One of the main reasons I selected it for our bachelorette party dinner is because I saw that they had great vegan options. I knew nothing else. We walked in and immediately we were hit in the face by the mood that is RosaNegra. There were sparklers at every table, pretty much every person. That lifted the spirits somewhat. We were seated literally spank in front of the stage. I could probably feel them breathe if I was paying attention. The bride was swept away by a random man who started dancing salsa with her. Did he work there? We will never know. The menu has a bunch of shit, but not nearly as much vegan stuff as I was expecting. Pretty minimal, actually. Or maybe it was just that it was all mushrooms? I don't recall but I couldn't, as a mushroom-disliker, partake. I ended up ordering the guac, humita empanada, and esquite tostadas. The rest of the table ordered a smorgasbord of other things including the mashed potatoes (delicious) and elote (delicious). For my drink, I ordered something with tequila or mezcal, perhaps the bacan and it arrived with a fucking SKULL in the glass. It was SO COOL. The other people who got a drink received these neon colored beverages that tasted amazing. This place has a lot of highs and lows, the highs would make a 5, the lows a 3 so that's why I have settled on a 4. Highs: -the food was FANTASTIC, the esquite tostadas where incredible. I was too full for the guac -the drinks, as above, were really unique and campy -the whole vibe is something else. I felt like I was dining in a night club. EDM music, tons of sparklers, it was a really crazy experience. Walking home from this restaurant made me realize that many restaurants on that street are like this Lows: -I never received the empanada but was charged for it -the waiter was inappropriate. He literally yelled at the person who was paying for not giving enough of a tip. She tipped him! But he wasn't satisfied with the amount and literally asked her, and expected an answer, for a higher tip. It was really awkward and uncomfortable I did read online (after coming home thank god) that someone witnessed a shooting outside rosa negra. Not at all rosa negra's fault whatsoever but more a testament to the fact that Tulum seems like it is much more dangerous than is widely known and if you are planning a trip, maybe you should reconsider. If you are already here, well, this is certainly an option for dinner!
Ambiance: super cute restaurant but we got sat by the dj booth in a corner. awkward location. But i loved that they give everyone a sparkler during dinner with people dancing. Loved it & it looked cool! Service: service was decent - wasn't super fast but we felt attended Food: The beef empanada was good! I also loved their spicy salsa that was given complimentary. I got fish tacos and it was also good! The fish itself needed a bit more seasoning. This place is on the pricey side. For 1 cocktail, bottled water, fish tacos, fries, and tip came out to $90. Im from Vegas and was shocked at how pricey it was.
While I fully expected this place to be pricey and vibe focused, charging 400 pesos ($20) per water refill is absolutely atrocious without any heads up considering we didn't order or knowingly receive bottled water. The cocktails were weak and food ok (my fish of the day was well portioned but over cooked). Party vibes were good, and they did try to make each group feel celebrated, but the lack of transparency leading to a surprise bill was unsettling.
Definitely on the pricey side but this is the perfect resort vacation restaurant. The food is great. The service excellent and they have a flair to what they do. The presentation and wait staff were top notch. This is a must try. I ordered a steak and my wife and daughters each ordered the fish special. The fish was fantastic; steak pretty good. The chipotle and cheddar mashed potatoes were a good side. Appetizers - charcoaled calamari, empanadas, giant beet, Caesar salad and crab bisque. Throw on top the lit smoking cocktails (dry ice on top) and we left full and very happy. read more
3 years ago
My friends and I dined at Rosa Negra the last night of our trip and it was such a great way to end the vacation with a bang. Not only were the food, drinks and service were great, but the music and the atmosphere were amazing. Definitely make a reservation here in advance because it will get booked up! It can get quite packed in there and hot but there were large fans. Let me just say their drinks were so amazing. I got the Geisha's Memories drink and Burning Sanctuary. The Geisha drink was served in a glass sphere and was put on a box of ice. It looked so cool with the light shining on it and it was really refreshing! The Burning Sanctuary was sweet and had lychee flavor. It didn't come out as cold though. I got the lobster tempura and I tried my friends mushroom rice and A5 Wagyu and they were all amazing. The lobster tempura came with 3 different sauces you can try. The mushroom rice was delicious and full of umami flavor. The A5 wagyu was tender and the waiter cooks it in front of you. We had so much dancing on the chairs and everyone was having a great time. They even brought out sparklers for you to play with and a birthday cake for my friend. Too bad you can't find a restaurant or bar like Rosa Negra in the US. read more
The Dj alone will have you want to stop by and there i maen as soon as you walk in the party's already starting people are standing and eating or doing both because the food making a party in your mouth and the dj along the waiters that also dances with you making your bum bum move I mean come one my type of Happy Belly Feet Eating and yes I just made that word up sorry but I enjoyed my Bday with you guys!!!! Thanks read more
Let's just start off my saying this place is a vibe! If you're looking for a quiet dining experience, avoid this restaurant at all costs! But for our bachelorette night, it was a great experience. Sparklers everywhere! The staff does a great job at trying to get you included into the party and it was something I have never truly experienced before at dinner. The service was outstanding! There was a waiter but then there was another person who was constantly attending to the tables as well. The only issue was that it took us quite a long time to get our check at the end of the night. Food was good, pricey (even for Tulum) but they do such a great job with presentation. Everything was beautiful. Our table shared the beets which was an enormous portion, the Barrata and the coconut-salmon ceviche. For my main I had the seafood with rice which was almost like a paella. They did constantly keep refilling our water without us asking and at the end of the night we noticed we were charged 160 pesos for each water. I would rather them ask in the future if we needed allll that water before charging us. Overall, I'm too much of an old fart at heart to keep coming back to this place. However, I appreciated the experience. read more
we went to this crazy, popping restaurant across the street that reminded me of Gaam from K-town. It was a restaurant that served legitimately good food, but the ambiance was dark and loud like a club. Occasionally, the waiters would flash their lights at a table or use sparklers. This was where the party was!!! It was an open restaurant so we didn't expect the hot humidity of the environment. It was awfully hot. I was suffering. Period. To start off, we were served very puffy and fluffy balls of bread topped with Parmesan cheese. It had a sweet flair to it. Lola. Matusalem Classic Rum, passionfruit, strawberries, lime. It was too hot for me to even make a dent in my drink. But it was very fruity and sweet. I'm starting to notice a trend with the passion fruit. Salmon Tiradito. Achiote, citrus, cucumber, pineapple, micro greens. Very refreshing, very light, easy to eat. Nothing special. Spicy Octopus. Crispy grilled octopus, chipotle, paprika, guajillo vinaigrette. This was bomb.com. I want to say I'm proud to have ordered this for the table. The octopus was cooked extremely soft and tender. Soooo soft. Almost to the point of rawness but it wasn't. Lobster Tacos. Avocado, habanero and cucumber dressing, pico de Gallo. My lobster tacos did not disappoint. It was a generous heap of lobster. It was good. The cucumber dressing was GOOD. The lobster was tender. The presentation was cute. I loved that they only gave one tortilla (and not two) per taco. Beef Barbacoa. 21 oz slow cooked for 12 hours on a Maguey leaf. But this was the secret star of the show!!!!! The beef was extremely tender, extremely soft, fell off of each other. It was so juicy, so savory, and heavy. The leaf gave it an earthy smell too. My coworker told me that to make this, they dig a hole and heat it up underneath. That's why it's wrapped in a leaf. I could pick at this and eat until I throw up. I could not stop. It was so good. Even as leftovers the next morning it was so good. Look at the meat just shred from each other. Pros: -free bread -fun fun fun service with sparklers flashlights -loud music. Maybe too loud? -the food was delicious Cons: -it was so unbelievably hot and stuffy and humid under the roof. They have fans but need more fans and stronger fans please!! -too dark. I can't see my food! -there is AC in the restrooms haha read more
5 years ago
Fun, exciting, party atmospehere with an impressive, yet overpriced, menu. We sampled the conch ceviche which was excellent, the bone marrow whi h was underwhelming, and the grilles sea bass which is finished tableside with fresh lemon, torch and dusting of salt. 2 out 3 is not bad! The service is impeccable/smothering and overwhelming as the waitreesses stand close by awaiting your every command - but with eyes prying on every bite. I'm not English royalty so maybe I'm just not used to it. I suppose they do this to ensure the "not mandatory" suggested gratuity is not queationed when it is automatically applied to your bill. Guess they've been burned by too many Euros. read more
5 years ago
If you're looking for a party spot/dinner, I suggest you go here. The music, ambiance, and service were great. My friends and I dined here on a Monday night and it was pretty packed and rowdy. The waiters will bring out sparklers a couple of times throughout dinner to bring the energy up. The DJ played a mixture of current house, reggaeton, and hip hop music. I recommend you get the lamb. It's was so delicious and flavorful. We also ordered a NY steak and it was perfectly cooked . The food and drinks here are a bit on the pricer side but we had no complaints. My only complaint is how pushy the waiters are. They will try to upsell you to get the higher-priced menu items. There was also some miscommunication with our waiter and he ended up bringing an extra dish we didn't ask for. read more
If you're looking for a fun atmosphere and good food RosaNegra is it. My Lobster/Crab bisque was so good and they literally give you so much I was full after that. I did get the steak as well but I of course was too busy to take a photo. Defiantly not a low key place at all. The music was Top 40 and we were dancing on our chairs. I do think that is only the after 10pm experience though. (We booked our reservation at 8:30, gave us time to eat.) read more
3 years ago
Great food and service. Very accomodating with my food allergies (gluten and dairy) Gets really loud and club-like after 730 pm, so go early if you want to have a conversation with your dinner partner ! The drinks were great, I highly recommend the Catrina! The tuna tostada appetizer was amazing but the calamari was slightly overcooked and rubbery. For our mains we ordered pulpo (octopus) and the Kobe Ribeye. Both were delicious. A very expensive $$$ dinner but it was a special occasion for us ! read more
5 years ago
If you're looking for a fun, trendy and Tulum vibes .... This is it! What an amazing experience! The service was top notch and the food was absolutely delicious!!! I highly recommend coming here and make sure you leave room for dessert. By far one of my favorite restaurants in Tulum! read more
Ok I thought people only went here for the Instagram worthy ambience but the food here was amazing!!! We ordered so much food and cocktails that I can't remember everything but I'll try. We had elote and empanadas to start. The elote was perfectly seasoned with the right mix of creaminess from the sauce and texture from the corn. The empanadas were next level. The meat inside was delicious and it was perfectly paired with 3 different sauces. I had the don Ricardo fish for my entree. The presentation was amazing. It was an Asian inspired meal. I was expecting it to be while fish and not a gutted fish with cubed pieces of fish inside. That was a bit weird. The meal was still good. I think it would've been better as a whole fish though. My drink came to the table lit up. It was so awesome! read more
Place has to be one of the hot spots here in the Tulum Blvd. So many celebrations going down every 5 to 10 minutes it seems like, and lots of bottles being order. Location - Place is located in the middle of the strip, pretty prime to shopping and other restaurants. Parking - Not sure but everyone here takes cabs or walks. Prices - Everything in the menu seemed priced pretty fair for the Tulum area. Venue - Its large, lighting is nice, great music playing at night, very lively crowd, and lots of employees making sure everyone is served quickly. Food - Food was amazing here with portions, taste, flavors, and sauces that made everything delicious. Music - Not too loud but perfect with top hits and just makes it feel good. Service - Very quick, they always clean up fast, but slow towards the end when paying. Check In - They do temperature checks and make you sanitize with sanitizer at the tables. Place was great and would definitely come back and recommend everyone checking it out. read more
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Joshua C.
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3 years ago
I'm an experienced world traveler, and Tulum is by far one of the worst destinations on the planet. This "high end" restaurant operates like a low rent Dallas club with prices that only a drunk, sucker, or trust fund baby would find acceptable. $50 for a burger; a normal, not even terribly good burger. Really. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Definitely THE place to be on Tulum Beach Road. First and most importantly, the food was AMAZING. We ordered the Bone Marrow, Short Rib, and Sea Bass. Our meal started with complementary colored tostadas and cheese bread, with three sauces of varying spice, and they also go well with the dishes we ordered, especially the bone marrow. The sea bass was seared on the spot and seasoned with vegetables and a sour sauce and we devoured it in five minutes. Additionally, you can order a champagne bottle or birthday cake and the DJ will change the music accordingly as these are being presented. Be prepared for some seriously fuego party vibes ("PARTY PEOPLLEEE!!!") Between the blaring house DJ music, live drum performance, and also the blaring traffic on the street, be prepared for a very noisy and chaotically fun experience. If you're looking for a nice, chill, romantic dinner, look elsewhere. Also if you're going to drive here, I wish you the best of luck since Tulum Beach Road is like swiss cheese, there's potholes everywhere. Take a taxi, bike, walk, and/or stay at a hotel nearby for a smoother experience getting here. We'll definitely be back for more in the future :))) read more
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5 years ago
10/10 experience! We went our last night in Tulum for my friends birthday & it was such a vibe! I love the atmosphere and our waiter made sure our visit was exceptional. I ordered the rack of lamb - well done (literally). We were also showered with sprinklers & dessert for her birthday. I recommend anyone raveling to Tulum to try out Rosa Negra at night for the best dining experience. Don't forget to make a reservation! read more
2 years ago
Ok so this place is PEAK Tulum. The vibes are amazing! They give sparklers nonstop, we stood on chairs dancing the night away, had dope drinks and wanted to come back other nights but they were full. The food was ok and over course overpriced but like I said peak Tulum and a great time ! The bathroom was also pretty cool. read more
4 years ago
The Peruvian ceviche is to die for, I actually wish they put more fish in it. The fillet tacos were great and classic. They serve the bread for free and the creamy habanero sauce that comes with it is so spicy and yummy. My boyfriend ordered the burger and it was absolutely fantastic (very filling). The vibes here are great. It kind of feels like you're at one big dinner party, and they pass you out sparklers for dancing! The staff here is super nice. Definitely make reservations in advance if you plan to come here. read more
6 years ago
Rosa Negra comes with a heaping pile of hype which could be part of the reason why I didn't think reality lived up to expectations. Our reservation was on a Sunday night. We arrived to a velvet rope, which blocked the entrance to the restaurant. After a few minutes of waiting, we were granted access to the host stand. The hostesses were very sweet. We arrived with an extra person in tow; a new friend who also had a reservation that he had to cancel when his friends were delayed getting into town. After explaining the situation, our two top was switched to a three top and we were led to a table right up front along the street side, which was my preferred location. Though the restaurant is an open air situation, it was absolutely jam packed with people and I was perfectly happy to be on the fringes, especially during these Covid times. It took awhile for us to receive menus, which set the precedent for service for the rest of our stay. Water took forever, drinks took forever (and they were out of nearly all of their white wines by the glass), etc. The menu was extensive and I had a hard time making a decision. I went with the seared tuna and a side of sweet potato mash. We also started with some roasted mushrooms and guac for the table. Portions were very generous, from apps to entrees to sides. The tuna was served over some sort of ginger-forward sauce that seemed a little strange, and it was topped with a lot of red onion. I would have preferred a simpler presentation; just some soy and wasabi. The sweet potato mash was fine; it wasn't loaded with butter or anything so it was a bit plain, but healthy! Our friend's risotto with steak looked pretty damn delicious. In hindsight, maybe I should have splurged a bit more, but it was getting pretty late and the restaurant was super hot. Lighter fare was the right choice at the moment. My friend had put a note on the reservation that we were both celebrating our birthdays (true, though about a month late) so we were surprised with a piece of cake and ridiculous sparkler and the whole song and dance. It was pretty funny though by the time the cake arrived we were ready to get our check and get back to our hotel. One last thing to note is that I went to use the restroom twice, and both times I encountered some cucarachas, which was obviously unpleasant, though not totally surprising considering the location. That said, I didn't have this experience at any of the other restaurants we visited. Rosa Negra is obviously very popular, though I'd venture a guess that it's more about the scene than the food, drinks and service. I'd likely opt for other choices next time. read more
If you are looking for a party spot this place is definitely it.. food, drink & atmosphere was everything... only thing if the dish is call seafood black pasta there should be a few pieces of everything they have listed that's supposed to be there instead of a prawn head that doesn't have any meat in it and mainly fish pieces. mines had 1 shrimp & fish pieces only. where was the rest of the other seafood mentioned... also this spot can get a little hot because they don't have air conditioning on due to all the sparklers they have going all night.. was definitely a fabulous night life experience. Would definitely go back read more
2 years ago
So the vibe and ambiance in Rosa Negra is great. It's definitely a party. It's a good place to experience on any given night but especially fun Thursday-Sunday Night. The food was really good, moderately pricey, but it's just a cool experience in tulum. Also read the menu before you arrive because the service isn't great (ask fir the WiFi as soon as you arrive) and the paper menu's are in Spanish as expected. read more
5 years ago
Where do I begin! RosaNegra is a must go in Tulum, the atmosphere, food, service, and music are amazing! The lobster bisque is an absolute must! For craft cocktails I would recommend the Lola, dinner I had the beef with risotto, other people in my party had the seared salmon, seared tuna, and steak all enjoyed there meal. It is a pretty loud and lively restaurant so go there expecting to turn up and have a good time. As soon as 10pm hit the music got louder and it turned into a full blown club. They come out with sparklers anytime you get bottle service and at one point they gave us free shots of tequila and sparklers for the entire restaurant. The manager Alex came to our table and introduced himself and was extremely nice! I would definitely say it's a must go on your Tulum to do list if you like good food and to have a good time. read more
7 years ago
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2 years ago
This place is really really nice. This place is crowded and busy and is not good for a quiet dinner. It's definitely a party restaurant. I came here on a Sunday and the beats were bumping. Expect a lot of sparklers and a lot of fast walking waiters. Now for the food, I LOVED it. The beef empanada was sweet and spicy and I loved it. The tacos were savory and were served with a few different sauces. Even though it looks small, I was surprisingly full. Also, there's a bartender in the woman's bathroom. It's pretty cool. I'd love to visit again and next time, I'm definitely splurging! read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
An enjoyable experience. Music, food, drinks and service were great. Loved the dark and intimate ambiance of the restaurant. read more
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Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Zona Hotelera Km 7.5
77780 Tulum, Quintana Roo
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