Tempo

Name: Tempo
Address: Paradisus Cancun Blvd. Kukulkan 16.5, Cancún, ROO, 77500, MX
Telephone: 998 881 1100
Price range: $$$$
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (60 reviews)

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Jennifer S.

TASTING MENU WITH WINE: You come here for the EXPERIENCE so make sure to make a reservation and plan to settle in for a few hours (3). This may not have been the "best meal I ever ate," but it was hands down the MOST CREATIVE MENU. You can't go wrong with the tasting menu and wine pairing. Just do it. Trust me. Service: the service was incredibly detailed and attentive. Any time they do anything they say "it's my pleasure." Definitely part of the training. The sommelier was the only person that went off script a bit to talk with us, which was nice. Ambiance: Definitely a high end date night. Enjoy!

Dan R.

"Nights in white satin, Never reaching the end, Letters I've written, Never meaning to send" (Nights in White Satin - The Moody Blues) Maybe not white satin, but there were plenty of white dinner jackets and white gloves on the waitstaff who lavished service on us for all 2 hours of our ten course tasting dinner to culminate our vacation in beautiful Cancun. We saw a team of five waiters decked out in white, and every time we were served a new course three guys took care of us, each one carrying a plate to the three members of our party. It was sensational service, which was appropriate for this beautiful and sensational restaurant. What was very cool, was that every time a course came out, we were treated to a little description of what the dish was, what its components parts were, and the chef's recommended way to eat it. And at the end of the evening, the Chef came out, shook our hands and thanked us for our business. Tempo is not included with the "All Inclusive" cost at Paradisus. It offers a la carte choices and two variations of the tasting menu. The tasting menu feast was offered with or without wine pairings for $ 709 Mexican pesos or $45 US and $1297 Mexican pesos or $83 with the wine pairings. Each course is served with a small course of a different bread. So what did we have? I'll let the eloquent menu answer that one. Snack Appetizer Organic Egg At Low Temperature, With Mellow Chick Pea Juice And Soft Crumbs Fennel Pearls In A Creamy Emulsified Risotto Pickled Mushroom Salad, With Quail And Foie Gras Cream On A Gelatinized Iberian Stock Grilled White Tuna With Mango And Capers On Soy Sauce Accompanied With Celery Salad Beef Tenderloin Accompanied With Swiss Chard Chlorophyll Camembert Cheese Bonbons And Iberian Ham Sauce Frozen Celery With Mango, Beet And Fruit Compote Chocolate Soufflé With Caramel And Cinnamon Ice Cream Petit -Fours So how was it? It was magnificent, every bite and every morsel. Even something as sketchy sounding as a low temperature egg with chick pea juice- that was decadently creamy, luxurious, and delicious. The main courses of tuna and beef were ridiculously good. The three desserts were a great way to finish things off. That chocolate souffle with cinnamon ice cream should be a controlled substance. Combine the welcome from the gorgeous hostess, the beautiful interior, the excellence and professionalism of the waitstaff, the long stemmed rose given to me to present to my wife, and the great food with spectacular wines, and you have a memorable experience that we will remember for a long time. Adios, Cancun. Nos lo pasamos muy bien.

Christine C.

My husband and I visited Tempo during our vacation and we are so happy that we did. When we arrived at Tempo, we were greeted with a glass of Chandon champagne. Initially, we were going to choose the a la cartel menu, but at ~900 pesos, we decided the tasting menu was the way to go. We decided to also select the wine pairing with our meal. Service was impeccable. Samuel and his crew did a great job of attending to our needs. Carlos, the sommelier, does a great job with the wine selection and pairings. My favorite dish on the menu was the low temperature prawns or the truffled egg yolk. Tempo is a must try for people who appreciate different techniques. The chef uses foam, gelee, dust, powder, etc. Dinner at Tempo is a great meal for the senses. Come hungry and leave full!

Soy marinated mango, sashimi, and I forgot the rest.

Lily Z.

We came here for dinner on a Monday night during our 4 day stay. We had a 5 course meal with a bottle of wine. Our total meal cost about $200. Each dish was delicious and different. It reminded me of food that I would order at a nice restaurant back home. Service was absolutely lovely. The best we have had in a really long time. But the bottles of wine were a bit much. The "sommelier" wasn't much of a help and it felt like the wines were a bit more overpriced than usual since the wine cost as much as our meal. Overall, I would come back again. It is truly a fine dining restaurant within the Paradisus.

Cathy L.

This restaurant should have a Michelin rating. One of the best meals of my life 10 courses with 6 wine pairing. It was a 3 hour dinner that was OUTSTANDING. Ignacio was our waiter., and each course was explained in great detail. This wasn't just a delicious dinner, it was a foodie experience. Pricey but worth it. .

Don't forget that the prices are in Pesos!

Jackk Y.

We had the 10 course tasting menu. First thing is that I have to give it 5+ stars for the superb service! Waiters & staff are very knowledgable However, due to some of the dishes being a little off . . . The food is only a 3.5 stars. We've been to San Sebastián & were looking forward to a tasty meal here in Cancun. The two dishes that did not agree with my palate was the oysters appetizer & the fennel foam risotto. I felt that the oysters were not as fresh & were too salty/briny/fishy. I usually love oysters everywhere so I was sad that I was not able to fully enjoy this dish. As for the fennel foam risotto . . . I thought there would actually be some grains in the risotto! But I guess the chef & I had different interpretations of what it should be. The foam fennel was just not enough substance to be a full dish. The other dishes in the menu were great & dessert was really the best part of the meal. Would I re comes this to others? Yes, it's a wonderful experience. I would just go back for the wine & service alone

Nicole S.

Ahhhh tasting menus. You get dressed up (at least you should a little) and prepare to have your taste buds dance for 2-3 hours. We had a hard time getting into Tempo which just hyped it up even more. There were so many awesome tastes that happened that night! My personal favorite was the salad and the tuna steak . The wine pairing is a must!! Great wines that they picked. The chef came out and thanked us for coming. He even sent us an extra dish compliments of him because he had heard we hadn't been able to get in for the past few days. What a nice touch! I just had a couple problems. 1-way too much salt!! Our waiter warned us it might be salty (that's never a good sign) so when it got much too salty for me at the tuna course, I asked to switch to low sodium. He said of course! I'll bring the salt on the side just in case you need it. Which I didn't because still the following courses were basically dipped in a salt bowl. I took my knife and removed at least the top layer of salt of my beef tenderloin and could again taste the food. My only other problem-while our waiter was doting and attentive, whenever he would explain what our dish was he would only speak towards my dad, and so the 2 of us gals at the table couldn't hear him. So most of the time I didn't know what we were eating. What a bummer. I've done the tasting meals at other paradisus resorts and they are absolutely 5 star!! I have to give this one a 4 for the salt explosion though.

Chocolate rock with quinoa praline and snow ice

Wow wow wow! Tempo was definitely the highlight of our trip to Cancun. Coming from a foodie culture in San Francisco, and having had several Michelin star experiences, the fiance and I were completely surprised that this restaurant that we almost overlooked in Mexico could quite possibly be the BEST restaurant we've ever been to... EVER. The experience was perfect and the service was impeccable. The maitre d knew exactly who we were when we walked in and greeted us by name with a glass of champagne. Although to be fair, we were the only people in the restaurant at that time, which is mindblowing given the caliber of the place, and we felt so smart for having ditched the tourist traps to find a special and classy place all to ourselves. Once situated, we opted for the 12 course tasting menu with wine pairing, but the fiance couldn't help but order a the iberico ham appetizer which was a ballsy move considering the many courses we had ahead of us. The iberico ham was served generously on a large platter and was the best iberico ham of our lives! And we have paid much more for far less shoved into a paper cone in SF! The somm recommended a sparkling to pair with the ham and we of course indulged. Slivers of ham melted in our mouths and the champagne brought forth the perfect amount of sweetness and nuttiness. It was the perfect pairing. I teared up. After the first bite, I knew I was in for something special. Each plate, each bite was AMAZING whether it be foie, caviar, or beets (yes, beets!), and just when you thought something was delicious, that sip of perfectly paired wine takes you to another universe. DON'T YOU DARE come in here and skip the wine pairing! It was such a vital part of the experience and truly speaks to how much thought and consideration was put into each detail and flavor of the experience. At the end of the night, we were stuffed, happy, and a bit saucey. Our waiter came by and handed the fiance a rose to give to me, which made me lol because that's so corny and sweet. The bill came and I cried again - tears of happiness as we had only spent a total of $500 USD for what was one of the most indulgent and romantic meals of my life. I love you, Mexico.

Christina H.

really love this one! Better than most of Michelin I have tried before! The service is really good their as well with my favorite music

Complementary from the chef and the taste it's very excellent it's salmon and beef and I think another things but it's yummy

Very good food very good restaurant very good service the food it's very very very excellent Each plate has a lot of taste and the chef he's very generous

Joseph W.

Exquisite food in every sense of the word. I have had three different tasting menus in the three times I've been there and each were the perfect combinations of flavors and experiences. Service was exceptional and friendly and the space is ideal for a fine dining experience. This place should not be missed when you're in Cancun.

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Lauren V.

9 years ago

This was the highlight of our trip and definitely lives up to its amazing reviews and reputation. The best flavors and presentation. What wonderful service and experience! This is the reason I would ever step foot back in the Paradisus. read more

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Nancy H.

10 years ago

We arrived at 7:00 pm for our reservation of 10 for my 50th birthday party! We were welcomed in by the lovely hostess and wait staff, and seated at the table along the back of the restaurant. Absolutely beautiful decor, lighting, white linens and chairs. We were all given a glass of champagne to begin our dinning 'experience' . And Yes, it is a true dining experience like no other. read more

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Gordo R.

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12 years ago

So 1- it was the best match of wine to food I have experienced; 2- every course was memorable; and 3 - The service was perfect. My last tasting menu experience was Daniel in NYC and it was a good one but not as great as this pleasant surprise in Cancun. Congratulations to the staff and especially the Sommelier. read more

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Victor O.

11 years ago

The most amazing 10 course meal I ha e ever had!! Amazing wine pairings and staff was on point explaining ever meal and taste. Bucket list for sure!!! read more

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Adam B.

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11 years ago

Wow! I must be one of the most picky diners around... I travel all the time for work to different cities and check out yelp for the best dining experiences. This place is one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. If I had this meal for $250 at Alinea, I would not have been disappointed and think all this for US$50 (+$30 for wine pairings). Beautiful atmosphere (no view so could be anywhere) and great service. Items were creative, inventive, and very unique to other restaurants with tasting menus. If I lived nearby I would come back here every time the tasting menu changes. read more

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Michelle G.

11 years ago

Fabulous food and fabulous service. Definitely worth stepping outside the all-inclusive dinners to experience. The wine was perfectly paired with our lobster dinner and the service was top notch. We are food snobs who have dined all over and would highly recommend Tempo. It was the perfect, romantic birthday celebration we had in mind. read more

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Emily B.

10 years ago

My husband I spent a week in Cancun for our anniversary and while we loved the sun and the waves at our all inclusive resort, the food throughout the week was just okay (though we admit to being real food snobs). We treated ourselves on our last night to the tasting dinner at Tempo and it was the highlight of our trip. Each course was superb, the mixture of flavors and the molecular gastronomy techniques were surprising, creative and delicious. We were especially impressed with the wine pairings accompanying each course. Each wine was good on its own but really shone in combination with the food. The service was impeccable and friendly without being annoying, each course's description was informative without being over the top. Our waiter Carlos was wonderful, knowledgeable and funny all at the same time. The pianist was wonderful and the ambiance was simple and elegant. I particularly loved the "liquid salad" course and the beet caviar. I was particularly impressed with how they made humble ingredients (beets, spinach, melon) the real star of several of the courses. If you like foams, papers, infusions, and tiny dots of sauces that are marvelously complex than this is the place for you. Great to have a little fine dining while in a touristy resort town. read more

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Graham E.

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Absolutely one of the finest meals I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying! The service was impeccable always there attending to every need and making it a great experience. read more

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Joe F.

8 years ago

This is my new favorite restaurant in Cancun. It is the closest thing to a Michelin-starred restaurant as you can find in Cancun, for a fraction of the cost. The wait service is phenomenal and the food is expertly crafted by the Chef. After this experience, I don't think that I will be eating anywhere else in Cancun during future trips. read more

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John A.

11 years ago

Your 5 star experience starts with a warm greeting from the lovely hostess. Before we were seated, a complimentary round of Möet Champagne was a lovely way to get dinner service started. For our dinner, we chose a few items from the regular menu. They also offer a tasting menu. EVERYTHING was delicious. read more

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Lara P.

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Tempo is a wonderful respite from all-inclusive meals. I highly recommend the wine pairing set course. The menu is inspired and lovingly made by the chef. I have been to the other Paradisus restaurant, Passions, which is really a well-oiled orchestration of food and service, and this restaurant is on its way to that same caliber. The servers are quite novice, forgetting things here and there but they aim to please and very attentive. The chef and maitre'd were very gracious and went around the restaurant to greet and welcome the patrons. That was a nice touch. The ceviche and starters are always so phenomenally fresh that they seemingly jump out of the serving plates! The wine pairings are en pointe and I left with a list of favourites. The mains are very good which includes meat and fish offering. Desserts were okay as they seem to concentrate on rich chocolate based dishes and I would have liked to see a refreshing and light dessert instead. Overall very good and if you are staying at Paradisus Cancun it is a must try. read more

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Camila M.

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A little about me: I am a foodie, a true food snob, a Michelin star fanatic who rarely eats anywhere that does not offer a Chef's tasting menu consisting of impeccable small portions cooked to perfection to amuse my taste buds. I have eaten at some of the world's best restaurants like Eleven Madison Park, Le Bernadin, Guy Savvoy, Victoria and Albert's, Jean Georges, etc. I am no stranger to fine dining, in fact I crave it, live it, eat it and breathe it often. With that in mind...Everything in this restaurant was perfect - except that they had our reservations for 2 when we had made it for 8, but that was not a problem - they quickly prepared our table for 8. The staff is warm and welcoming yet precise and meticulous. The somm is truly great - his wine recommendations were on point and formidable, excellent additions to our dishes. You have a choice between a la carte and tasting menu, and the whole table does not have to agree on that choice. If you have food allergies or restrictions they do their best to accommodate even with the tasting menu option and they coordinate the service like a ballet to allow everyone to feel comfortable while waiting for the ones doing the tasting menu to eat their additional dishes. Several extra dishes, amuse bouches, are served in the beginning, middle and end of the meal. The restaurant is located inside of Hotel Paradisus. White linens and white decor set the mood of a white canvas to an amazing array of colorful, perfectly crafted dishes to die for. Everything tasted incredible and fresh, I can guarantee there is no better restaurant in Cancun and this is probable one of the three best in all of Mexico. The flower at the end given to the men to give to the women adds a very romantic touch. I would certainly make sure to return if I return to Cancun. read more

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Danielle K.

9 years ago

My experience at Tempo was amazing. Carlos Pandelo was a wonderful server who was very accommodating and suggested the best dishes for my boyfriend and I. He even lent me a shawl to wear since I was chilly. He went above and beyond my expectations. The dining experience was very romantic, there was a live piano player and dim lighting. The experience began with a complimentary champagne toast. The food was very picturesque and delicious. The meals were all very good. I recommend the tasting menu! read more

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Nicole T.

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9 years ago

Tempo is a hidden Gem inside the Paradisus resort. The food is artfully plated and each bite is exquisitely crafted for all of the senses. They do push the tasting menu, (around 60 dollars) which is a great way to let the chef wow you ,but my husband and I chose to order ala carte. This did not please a very pushy sommelier who was trying his best to steer us toward the wine pairing along with the tasting menu(120 dollars each) or to an overpriced (grossly) bottle if champagne. He did not realize that back in the States,I was a bartender for a time so I knew the prices were ridiculous. After much dodging and explaining that we do not want more than a glass of wine (which was first not available,then was) He pretty much left us alone. Daniel, our waiter was absolutely wonderful,knowledgeable and exacting. The lamb dish was excellent, albeit a tad small, but the Kobe beef entree was phenomenal. Ishmael was the head chef (who came out table to table to say hello) and he sent out 3 amazing amuse buche and small bites before our meal which were memorable and exquisite. Worth it if you have time to try Tempo! Just beware of the sommelier! read more

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Brian S.

9 years ago

We had an amazing dinner at Tempo. This is an excellent fine dining restaurant inside of the Paradisus. We decided to order the tasting menu along with the wine pairing. If you have the means, this is the way to go. Our server and his team were outstanding and the Sommelier was attentive with each course and really fun in describing our wines. We had a really great time. read more

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Andrea C.

10 years ago

Read all the reviews here and decided to have a little splurge away from our all-inclusive resort. It's hard to find as Yelp nor its website tell you which resort it's in, but we got there climbing 60 steps and all. Looked awesome and swanky so was excited to sit and have a little romantic dinner with hubby. Only, they jacked up the prices to have only 1 special "I'm screwing you over because it's Valentine's Day" tasting menu. We made reservations thru opentable and checked that they could email us at anytime about any thing so we were shocked that our only option for dinner was a $128 US per person tasting menu that neither I nor hubby were too interested in eating. This was double the price listed on their website and all of the Yelp reviews. They wouldn't even let us split it or choose some of the options since I don't care for liver and hubby dislikes the shellfish. So to that my friends, you suck and instead let us have dinner at Lorlenzos across our hotel for an amazing price and value. read more

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Young L.

10 years ago

Weird dress code! First time I wore crocs and the front desk said no because this is a 4-diamond restaurant. He then asked his supervisor to come and check, who then said my friend's hoodies was unacceptable. We ended up going back to our hotel and changing our dresses. The receptionist then said our shoes (which were okay based on the previous two staffs) were unacceptable. He then checked with another manager. We waited for 10 minutes and the manager finally came and rudely said "sneakers are okay for you, but not here." He then totally ignored us and kicked us out silently. read more

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Renee V.

9 years ago

Had such a great experience at this restaurant. We really enjoyed the tuna tar tar and the Kobe beef. Would highly recommend.

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Daniel P.

9 years ago

Great Christmas evening dinner. Everything was top notch! I've been to Paradisus 4 years in a row, but somehow never visited Tempo. Small frequent portions with the wine pairing made for a great evening. We'll be back next year! read more

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Paradisus Cancun
Blvd. Kukulkan 16.5
77500 Cancún, Quintana Roo
Mexico
Zona Hotelera
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998 881 1100
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Yes, Tempo takes credit cards.

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No, Tempo does not have catering options.

Does Tempo serve alcohol?

Yes, Tempo serves alcohol. Full Bar

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Yes, Tempo has TVs.

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Does Tempo have bike parking?

No, Tempo does not have bike parking.

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No, Tempo does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Tempo have parking?

Yes, Tempo has parking options.

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Yes, Tempo has free WiFi.

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Came here on one of the nights while at the resort. We were seated very quickly by the staff who…read morealso served drinks and apps quickly. Such a relaxing place for a meal, our entrees were out Toni's in no time. The server was attentive and pleasurable. The entrees were very tasty, although the portions somewhat small.

Mexican restaurant located inside of the Hyatt Zilara. Ate dinner here on Saturday evening and they…read moresplit our group into two tables of 8 (which I believe is the max occupancy here). We waited at the mixology bar before heading here at 8 since they needed to get the table ready. They kindly made some tequila drink on the house to celebrate our friend's bachelorette. We tried the crab roll, smoked cheese, poblano tacos, and chicharon tostadas for the appetizer. I really liked the smoked cheese. For the entrees, the sizes are small so I would recommend ordering multiple ones and splitting them. The octopus was tasty but the lamb chops were a bit over cooked (we had asked for medium rare). The plantain enchiladas were a good vegetarian option. For dessert, definitely get the soufflé so you can have a show where they show you how high they can pour fiery liquid into another container. Our waiter was really nice and friendly.

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