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There's no place like Taboo! When you're on vacation sometimes the last thing you want to do is leave the comfort of your resort. However, Taboo is so worth it. It's not just a restaurant. It's an experience! Service is top-notch and their goal is for you to leave happy and satisfied. They have the largest cuts of steak and the fresh seafood. To complement the beautiful restaurant you have a gorgeous view of the bay. Highly recommend and love going to Taboo!!
One of my go to spots in Cancun! It's not cheap but who cares. Steaks are great, services is usually great though it depends on where you sit unfortunately, drinks are , and the views and shows are fantastic. I always bring people here to impress and have a great time.
Had such a great time here! The food was fantastic as well as the service. I got the seafood risotto, but we were so full off of appetizers, I had to take it back to the hotel. There was live music and a DJ as well, which was my favorite. The drinks were good as well. The restaurant was beautiful and over looking the water which made for great pictures. I will absolutely be back.
Came to celebrate my niece and I's birthday. This was her choice. Although beautiful inside, it's really dark. If you don't like eating in the dark, may not be for you unless you come early. It is a bit pricey and gives trendy spot so that could add to the price. The ambiance is beautiful. I would come back and have a drink just to feel the breeze. I don't have to eat here again though.
A popular and lively spot to dine for dinner and especially if you're celebrating a birthday or bachelorette. They are extravagant and presenting shots and their steak when they fire it up. They have a DJ and live musical instruments like saxophone and violin shows during dinner. It definitely turns into a show and can get loud. They have tons of drink options. Their fired up steak was popular, I felt like their paella was a little salty. We made a reservation ahead of time and it was very lively a little pricey and the bathrooms are nice! Service took a little long during the show but everyone was really nice.
Its was amazing!!!! The food, the vibe, the ENERGY!!! And hands down best service ever, even fancier restaurants with Michelin starts - never give that service- its like they was readying your mind! Beef carpaccio, spicy shrimp, octopus- every dish was great, i picked yellow tail tuna with cavira- the freshness and quality was great- just remember its Very fatty and more on fishy side; tried -3 of there cocktails- one was made table side!!! We was there celebrating our anniversary and happened to be Taboos -6 year anniversary - so the evening was spectacular; live the DJ, live music, ; one more time- the Service was best ever!!! Great stuff and the way they work and have fun!!!
This was the only place we went to eat outside of our resort. We all really enjoyed the ambiance and upbeat vibe. There was great music playing and plenty of people dancing. All the servers were nice and made you feel a part of the culture, adding to the atmosphere. The food also looked of the highest quality. It tasted pretty good as well, but the presentation made it even better. We probably could have gotten more bang for our buck elsewhere in terms of food, but the experience was worth it.
Really good food but the shittiest Service ever. It took 20 minutes to get water we order three lychee martinis 2 came out the 3rd took over 30 minutes after the first 2 came out they kept saying that there's a lot of people here because a buy out then why accept reservations very unacceptable. So many damn excuses and gave only 3 pieces of pita bread for a spread of humus. The ambiance but that's about it and the food was pretty but not waiting over an hour for it good. We spent $400 dollars for 3 people the server was nice but the management should've not accepted any reservations especially if there is over 200 people for some stupid insurance event..... fuck you rick Alton
10 out of 10 every time I go! It was so good I go. It was so good I made a reservation to come back next month! The food and service top tier! The vibe is great for date night or girls night out!
Great atmosphere! Food was good but nothing knocked my socks off! Service was also good! We met friends and stayed for a couple drinks after dinner to listen to the music and watch the musicians. It's a really beautiful restaurant and would recommend stopping by even if it's only for a drink and appetizer
Beautiful experience but this restaurant is fun , upbeat and immaculate customer service. I gave it a 4 cause we didn't like anything we ordered. No offense to the restaurant cause I know people obviously love it here but they may be like me. I would come back for the experience, drinks and atmosphere. I'd even recommend others to Go.
Lamb Burger: 9.5/10 Red Scarlet: 10/10 This Mediterranean restaurant in Cancun had exciting vibes, attentive service, live music & great food! It is on the expensive side so expect to pay a good bit for your meal. You get complimentary bread, olives, onion dip, and peppers stuffed with feta while you wait on your food. It was a perfect meal starter! I ordered the lamb burger which i loveddd! It was a huge burger which I appreciate for the price! The Greek hummus spread on the bun was a delicious touch! The burger itself was a 10/10, I took off a bit for the side potatoes, they were lackluster compared to the burger. The red scarlet cocktail was one of the best drinks I have ever had! I highly recommend. Every hour ish they have a live instrumental performance with dimmed lights. This restaurant is open from 1pm - 3am which is great if you want to grab a late dinner and stick around to hang out for the night! Really enjoyed myself and the food! Be prepared for a loud and involved show like experience if you decide to stop by! They also prefer you to pay all on one check, so keep this in mind if you have a large group. check out my food ig @eatawaye for more!
Taboo was a must visit on my list while in Cancun for dinner and I'm so glad we did. To preface, this place is pricey so prepare yourself for the prices. I'm the type of person who will spend a pretty penny on food so it wasn't terrible but if you're paying for multiple people don't be surprised when that bill is $200+ Now honestly, I'd say the menu isn't ass extensive as I'd like. I would've preferred some of the entrees to come with more sides. For example, sides with the seafood such as the branzino would've made me more inclined to order. Instead, I settled for the lamb burger. This burger was sooooo good. I am not a burger person at all but it was cooked and seasoned to perfection and the tzakiki sauce that they added on top really emphasized the Mediterranean vibe of the dish. It came with a side of potatoes which were decent, a bit over seasoned in my opinion. Me and my friend added sweet potatoes to share per the waiters suggestion. The sweet potato was extremely big (2 full sized potatoes) so I honestly think you could split it comfortable amongst at most three people. Now I think the main reason why people come here is for the atmosphere. The live violinist, dancing, and fireworks definitely elevated the experience but it can be a bit much if you're trying to sit and talk to people all night. Typical dim lighting that you find in high class restaurants which I'm not really a fan of because I like to see my food but it wasn't horrible. Overall, I do see myself coming back. If you have plenty of money to spend I definitely recommend coming here because it is definitely a show!
2 months ago
This restaurant is AMAZING and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cancun. The vibe is electric, the food is outstanding, the staff is THE absolute best and the women's bathroom was stunning. I had the sea bass and OMG (I didn't take a picture *sad face*) !! I've never had a dish so deliciously amazing in my life. Cooked to perfection and seasoned by the gods LOL!! I requested the asparagus with it and that was just as amazing!! We plan on coming back again and when we do, this will be my first stop!! A MUST!! read more
There's no place like Taboo! When you're on vacation sometimes the last thing you want to do is leave the comfort of your resort. However, Taboo is so worth it. It's not just a restaurant. It's an experience! Service is top-notch and their goal is for you to leave happy and satisfied. They have the largest cuts of steak and the fresh seafood. To complement the beautiful restaurant you have a gorgeous view of the bay. Highly recommend and love going to Taboo!! read more
One of my go to spots in Cancun! It's not cheap but who cares. Steaks are great, services is usually great though it depends on where you sit unfortunately, drinks are , and the views and shows are fantastic. I always bring people here to impress and have a great time. read more
5 months ago
Had such a great time here! The food was fantastic as well as the service. I got the seafood risotto, but we were so full off of appetizers, I had to take it back to the hotel. There was live music and a DJ as well, which was my favorite. The drinks were good as well. The restaurant was beautiful and over looking the water which made for great pictures. I will absolutely be back. read more
Came to celebrate my niece and I's birthday. This was her choice. Although beautiful inside, it's really dark. If you don't like eating in the dark, may not be for you unless you come early. It is a bit pricey and gives trendy spot so that could add to the price. The ambiance is beautiful. I would come back and have a drink just to feel the breeze. I don't have to eat here again though. read more
A popular and lively spot to dine for dinner and especially if you're celebrating a birthday or bachelorette. They are extravagant and presenting shots and their steak when they fire it up. They have a DJ and live musical instruments like saxophone and violin shows during dinner. It definitely turns into a show and can get loud. They have tons of drink options. Their fired up steak was popular, I felt like their paella was a little salty. We made a reservation ahead of time and it was very lively a little pricey and the bathrooms are nice! Service took a little long during the show but everyone was really nice. read more
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11 months ago
Its was amazing!!!! The food, the vibe, the ENERGY!!! And hands down best service ever, even fancier restaurants with Michelin starts - never give that service- its like they was readying your mind! Beef carpaccio, spicy shrimp, octopus- every dish was great, i picked yellow tail tuna with cavira- the freshness and quality was great- just remember its Very fatty and more on fishy side; tried -3 of there cocktails- one was made table side!!! We was there celebrating our anniversary and happened to be Taboos -6 year anniversary - so the evening was spectacular; live the DJ, live music, ; one more time- the Service was best ever!!! Great stuff and the way they work and have fun!!! read more
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2 months ago
This was the only place we went to eat outside of our resort. We all really enjoyed the ambiance and upbeat vibe. There was great music playing and plenty of people dancing. All the servers were nice and made you feel a part of the culture, adding to the atmosphere. The food also looked of the highest quality. It tasted pretty good as well, but the presentation made it even better. We probably could have gotten more bang for our buck elsewhere in terms of food, but the experience was worth it. read more
1 year ago
5 months ago
Really good food but the shittiest Service ever. It took 20 minutes to get water we order three lychee martinis 2 came out the 3rd took over 30 minutes after the first 2 came out they kept saying that there's a lot of people here because a buy out then why accept reservations very unacceptable. So many damn excuses and gave only 3 pieces of pita bread for a spread of humus. The ambiance but that's about it and the food was pretty but not waiting over an hour for it good. We spent $400 dollars for 3 people the server was nice but the management should've not accepted any reservations especially if there is over 200 people for some stupid insurance event..... fuck you rick Alton read more
11 months ago
10 out of 10 every time I go! It was so good I go. It was so good I made a reservation to come back next month! The food and service top tier! The vibe is great for date night or girls night out! read more
2 years ago
Great atmosphere! Food was good but nothing knocked my socks off! Service was also good! We met friends and stayed for a couple drinks after dinner to listen to the music and watch the musicians. It's a really beautiful restaurant and would recommend stopping by even if it's only for a drink and appetizer read more
3 years ago
Beautiful experience but this restaurant is fun , upbeat and immaculate customer service. I gave it a 4 cause we didn't like anything we ordered. No offense to the restaurant cause I know people obviously love it here but they may be like me. I would come back for the experience, drinks and atmosphere. I'd even recommend others to Go. read more
Lamb Burger: 9.5/10 Red Scarlet: 10/10 This Mediterranean restaurant in Cancun had exciting vibes, attentive service, live music & great food! It is on the expensive side so expect to pay a good bit for your meal. You get complimentary bread, olives, onion dip, and peppers stuffed with feta while you wait on your food. It was a perfect meal starter! I ordered the lamb burger which i loveddd! It was a huge burger which I appreciate for the price! The Greek hummus spread on the bun was a delicious touch! The burger itself was a 10/10, I took off a bit for the side potatoes, they were lackluster compared to the burger. The red scarlet cocktail was one of the best drinks I have ever had! I highly recommend. Every hour ish they have a live instrumental performance with dimmed lights. This restaurant is open from 1pm - 3am which is great if you want to grab a late dinner and stick around to hang out for the night! Really enjoyed myself and the food! Be prepared for a loud and involved show like experience if you decide to stop by! They also prefer you to pay all on one check, so keep this in mind if you have a large group. check out my food ig @eatawaye for more! read more
Taboo was a must visit on my list while in Cancun for dinner and I'm so glad we did. To preface, this place is pricey so prepare yourself for the prices. I'm the type of person who will spend a pretty penny on food so it wasn't terrible but if you're paying for multiple people don't be surprised when that bill is $200+ Now honestly, I'd say the menu isn't ass extensive as I'd like. I would've preferred some of the entrees to come with more sides. For example, sides with the seafood such as the branzino would've made me more inclined to order. Instead, I settled for the lamb burger. This burger was sooooo good. I am not a burger person at all but it was cooked and seasoned to perfection and the tzakiki sauce that they added on top really emphasized the Mediterranean vibe of the dish. It came with a side of potatoes which were decent, a bit over seasoned in my opinion. Me and my friend added sweet potatoes to share per the waiters suggestion. The sweet potato was extremely big (2 full sized potatoes) so I honestly think you could split it comfortable amongst at most three people. Now I think the main reason why people come here is for the atmosphere. The live violinist, dancing, and fireworks definitely elevated the experience but it can be a bit much if you're trying to sit and talk to people all night. Typical dim lighting that you find in high class restaurants which I'm not really a fan of because I like to see my food but it wasn't horrible. Overall, I do see myself coming back. If you have plenty of money to spend I definitely recommend coming here because it is definitely a show! read more
1 year ago
Amazing food and even better food! The ambiance is such a vibe, so lively and fun. Michael was an incredible server and made sure we had the best time. Highly recommend coming here if you're looking for a blend of nightlife and fantastic fine dining. read more
1 year ago
The ambience is beautiful. The service is amazing. My food was absolutely delicious.. This place is a 10/10 . I wish we had one here in Las Vegas! read more
vibes are amazing and food so great! to this day i still think of this pasta because it was actual perfection. the mashed potatoes, crab cakes (not pictured), and drinks (not pictured) were all so good as well. on top of the great food and drinks you get to watch shows throughout the night making this more an experience rather than just a restarunt. this place was definitely on the pricier side, but so worth every penny. read more
I've been here twice for birthday celebrations and it's always a party!! 1. You notice the decor first. It's gorgeous! It's an entire vibe. They have two levels of seating. When you come in, it's all tables and 2-3 steps below it's a mix of tables and couches. Loungey restaurant if that's a thing. 2. The 2nd thing you notice is that your waiter has a helper that helps to make things smoother. They help with bringing food out, utensils if you need it, get the waiter when needed, etc. It was very helpful. They were both awesome and made us feel taken care of. 3. Third is the food. So, disclaimer, I'm a beef and chicken eater. So, being at a place that's mostly seafood isn't the best, but I always make it work. On the table seafood croquettes, Nigerian shrimp, hummus plate, patatas bravas, tuna tartare, beef w/ arugula & tzatziki sauce ( idr the name) and drinks. I will say the seafood eaters ate it all up and seemed happy. The one beef item on the table was tasty and had spice to it that was cut by the sauce. 4. Lastly is the shisha. After dinner, we enjoyed more cocktails while we had our watermelon mint shisha. The DJ and the live music from the sax and violin just topped off the night. If you're celebrating anything, definitely come out! read more
1 year ago
Other than having a seat on the outside pier and feeling very disconnected from the action, this spot still delivers a great experience as the food is top notch and you can still soak in much of the party ambiance. We felt more of an on looker at this spot, vs the other restaurants where we were in the middle of the full action. But regardless, we would 100% recommend this place. The lamb chops were supreme! The beet salad with goat cheese holy moly delicious! Great cocktails that look as good as they taste. The DJ pumps the beats. And the saxophone and violinist that overlay on top are that added energy bonus to take the energy up a notch. Everyone there is ready to have a great night! We sure did! read more
1 year ago
This is one of my best dining experiences. The ambience is gorgeous with beautiful views of the water. The service was impeccably kind, passionate about the food, and so much fun. The food was DELICIOUS and I enjoyed every bite. I was only disappointed I got so full and couldn't eat more. The best part was the live entertainment-- we heard brilliant artists, danced, and just had the best time. You must come here. read more
The place is beautiful w a nice DJ but one of the managers (short stubby guy) killed they entire vibe........ I got something and ended up hating it. It was extremely salty and the calamari was dry. I communicated it to my server which then he brought the manager. I knew once I said something to my server that something was going to go wrong bc his demeanor changed. I explained the same thing to the manager and his first response was "l'll take it off ur bill but ur server will have to pay for it" when I responded "oh no" he then said "ya well someone has to pay for it".... Soooo outta pocket and disgusting for him to try n guilt trip me into paying for it and putting it on the server... this is an upscale restaurant that can survive missing out on a few unpaid plates.. Now the drink I got was also disgusting. I seen coconut as one of the flavors but I did not expect coconut pulp and for it to be served in one. My sisters drink tasted like perfume.. also the reviews don't lie when they say the drinks don't get u drunk. I'm an extreme light weight so I was surprised I didn't feel a buzz. My sisters plate was also pretty bland... no seasoning but they sure do not what salt is... WOOD-FIRED OCTOPUS TACOS was good but dryyy lastly,dirty glass and $8 sink water. Only one star for the aesthetic of the place and the complimentary pitta bread. read more
3 years ago
Had the best dinner here in Cancun. Service was wonderful, everyone was very attentive and made sure you were enjoying yourself. There were two performances while we had dinner. So so fun! I high"6 recommend this location. - The food was delicious - Ambiance is amazing - Coming from the LA area I thought pricing was reasonable for what you're getting - Beautifully designed - Service is - Airy, right on the water - Reservations on open table - Ordered a cab to take us back to the hotel from their front desk area read more
Might be taboo to say but Taboo Cancún was disappointing. Booked a reservation for an evening meal after recommended by a friend. As a whole, I found Taboo overhyped in terms of food, atmosphere, value, and service; and I would recommend seeking other options for a nice meal out. Food: I started with a cocktail from the fire category of the menu- don't recall the name but believe it consisted of vodka, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and some type of pepper/spice infusion. Decent flavor profile, but not that strong of a cocktail. We decided to share the rack of lamb and a pasta dish- the vodka rigatoni. Before our food came, we were pleasantly surprised by a small complimentary tapas board with pita, seasoned butter, olives, sun dried tomatoes, etc. A nice tasty surprise! However, the timing was off as we received this board and our food also arrived within 5 minutes. The lamb was cooked as ordered, and came with 6-8 small "lollipops" or ribs. Flavor was unremarkable but had decent seasoning. Biggest complaint was meat did not easy come off bone by knife or teeth. One or two of the lollipops were completely inedible because of gristle or other material along the bone/between ribs. Rigatoni dish was also average in terms of portion size, flavor, and pasta. Pasta appeared to be store-bought and was semi rubbery. Vodka sauce had good balanced flavor profile and salvaged the dish. Ambiance: The restaurant is "trendy" and attempting to capture an upscale, Vegas club/modern restaurant atmosphere. Personally, found it to be tacky, superficial, and even obnoxious. Loud music by live DJ. It seems the inflated prices were mostly accounting for the ambiance, but from my experience, it's not worth it. Restaurant was warm but comfortable. We had an issue with one of the large fans blowing directly at our table- would make more sense to air circulation without such forceful speed or pointed indirectly to encourage air circulation without blowing people out and cooling food. Had to ask twice before someone shut off the fan. Very dimly lit- thus why no pictures of food captured. The bachelorette party influencers' table was like police spot light in the darkened dining area. Hanging lights adorned with burlap material was amusing to me- made this expensive and "upscale" restaurant feel like a potato cellar in my opinion. We also had the unfortunate table placement next to the bar and main ordering system. Having 2-6 grown men hovering around within feet of your table while they wait to place orders or pick up drinks doesn't do much for aiding ambiance. Service: Our experience with service wasn't great- see comments in food and ambiance sections explain so reasoning on that. Personally found service at Taboo to be strange- parts were slow and parts were uniquely aggressive. Lots of hovering and activity but most actions were not meaningful or obtrusive. For example, staff was quick to take plates and wipe the table etc., but one time I picked up my cocktail to drink it and a server picked up and took the coaster which my drink was sitting on and wiped the table where it was sitting. Later, some other server brought a new coaster after seeing my drink without one. There was also the bringing around the raw cuts of meat and example of a lobster to the table to show us before we ordered. Unusual. Didn't matter to me, but an over zealous vegan would have stormed out. Our waiter did his best at upselling, assured us the rack of lamb was too small to share. He opted not to ask where we were visiting from or try to make small talk until bringing the check. Maybe innocent but came off tacky and obvious. We noted we were ready to pay by credit card and he saw aid he would be back with payment machine. We had waited 10-15 minutes and still had not been able to pay, so we ultimately asked another server if he could process our check. However, the most bizarre interaction was with a manager? who stopped by our table after we finished the entrees. He asked about our experience and we said it was average. Maybe something was lost in translation or in the loud music, but he said thank you for visiting and walked away instead of asking what was wrong. Another strange thing while we were waiting for the check, staff cleared our table and prepared the side bench- adjacent and beneath our table with place setting for the next guests. See picture. Unusual. Unsanitary? We felt like they were anxious to get us out of there and we would have been happy to leave if someone would have brought the credit card machine. read more
2 years ago
I was highly disappointed in the food here. Especially being my birthday dinner. The two stars goes to the staff only. I have to admit the appetizer and drinks were good. Our main course of ribeye and strip steak was cold. In addition, it was the worst cut of beef I've ever had. If you ever been to Steak 48, Vic & Anthony's or Eddie V's you will understand. You will not get that quality of beef here. Lastly, the side options are limited. This place is overhyped. read more
We decided to visit Taboo for their day party. We booked our lounge area and bottles in advance and thought we were all set until arriving and being informed that there were additional fees associated with entry which totally caught us off guard. On the flip side, the place is beautiful. Plenty of photo opps. They have pools between lounge areas that you have access to. They aren't huge in size or deep but a cute addition. The DJ takes request and is on fire. For food, we had hummus dip(2*), tzatziki dip(5*) and the salmon tacos(5**) must try with the aioli sauce. read more
The food was excellent but honestly I believe most people come for the ambiance. It was like a nightclub but with food. There were dancers, performers, bottle girls. It was entertaining and an experience like no other. It was a great place to go while in Cancun but I can't say I would go again. The food and service was slow and after being in the restaurant for so long, the entertainment began to feel like too much. Overall I enjoyed my experience and would recommend it to others for a good time in Cancun. read more
2 years ago
My friends and I were in Cancun for the weekend! We visited Taboo 2 of the 3 nights! It was definitely a vibe when it comes to the ambiance and celebrations. If you're into hookah this is it and the service was top notch! First night we came OMG everything was perfect! The drink the appetizers. I had the lobster soup, asparagus and go big or go home shrimp that was grilled. My and my party was stuffed! We couldn't even finish all. We went back a second night after such an amazing experience the first night and they missed missed. We sat by the water this time. Originally they were trying to sit us in the same spot but we wanted a different section (bad decision). Waiter couldn't figure out our drink. Complimentary food came slow. Our big grilled tiger shrimp was burnt and our bill was $250 for 3 drinks and 2 orders of tiger shrimp. We only went back because we loved the ones at Taboo Tulum so much. It was amazing, but night one was 100 pct better food wise and service wise! read more
Worth the hype. Decor is cute water in background sets the vibe Energy of staff and DJ was like club meets dinner Carlos is a violinist that played while we ate and he had everyone on their feet Food was flavorful and picture worth love when it taste as good as it looks Service is too tier they don't miss a beat Celebrated my birthday and the come out for everyone at the say time with desert and sparkler Amazing!! read more
3 years ago
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Blvd. Kukulcan Zona Hotelera Km 13.5
77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo
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