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Romantic Beachside Dinners at Mambo - Mambo Restaurant - Matachica Resort, San Pedro, San Pedro

Mambo Restaurant - Matachica Resort

4.9 (71)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Matachica Resort, 5 Miles North of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro, San Pedro 00000

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Honored as Belize's Restaurant of the Year 2023. Mambo Restaurant is open nightly for dinner by reservation only. The restaurant sits under an open air thatched palapa offering a laid-back back elegant experience with a focus on beef and local seafood. Our intimate, candlelit dining space is exclusively reserved for ADULTS ONLY seeking an unforgettable culinary experience.

Mambo Bistro – a casual beachfront dining experience with casual fare open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offerings, inspired by their French upbringing and training with a local Belizean twist.

Please be aware that Mambo Restaurant provides a mature dining environment, with a MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT OF 16 YEARS. For parties of 6 or more guests, a deposit of US$25 per person is required upon booking, credited towards the final bill.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Traditional French, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Happy Hour Tue 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alex Linarez
  • Private party facilities
    Private events can be arranged in either of our dining rooms and our culinary team can work on special menus and other requirements. Please note our Adults Only Policy (16+).For a more intimate private experience, book a pier dinner which includes a dedicated server and a private table on one of the islets located on our beautiful pier.
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Cross street
    5 Miles North of San Pedro
  • Parking details
    Golf cart parking available at rear entrance of resort.
  • Public transit
    To reserve complimentary shuttle service to and from town, please fill out this form:https://62vkc6vuape.typeform.com/to/Wyg2RUic
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • A Night of Romance at Mambo

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate love with a Valentine’s dinner at Award-Winning Mambo Restaurant. A romantic evening with a gourmet menu featuring handcrafted Mushroom and Parmesan Ravioli, Poached Lobster with Crispy Pork Belly, and decadent Dark Chocolate Passion Fruit Mousse. Complete your experience with a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Price: $75 USD per person (plus 15% service charge & 12.5% tax) Reserve your table now for a Valentine’s Day to remember!
    A Night of Romance at Mambo Photo
  • Beachfront Rum Tasting | Wednesdays Only

    $35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the rich flavors of Belize with a guided rum tasting at Danny’s Tree Bar, right on the beach. Enjoy a flight of five local rums from distilleries across the country while our bartender shares insights into the history and process of Belizean rum-making. After the tasting, choose your favorite rum and tell the bartender your flavor preferences. They’ll craft a custom cocktail tailored to your taste.
    Beachfront Rum Tasting | Wednesdays Only Photo
  • Beachfront Tequila Tasting | Saturdays Only

    $65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Spend an afternoon at Danny’s Tree Bar exploring the world of tequila with our bartender. This tasting features rare, privately imported tequilas you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll learn what makes each one unique – from the production process to the stories behind the bottles – all while sitting just steps from the beach and pool at Matachica. After the tasting, our bartender will mix a custom cocktail based on your favorite tequila from the lineup.
    Beachfront Tequila Tasting | Saturdays Only Photo

Offers

  • Complimentary boat transfers from Ambergris Caye

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Delight in a complimentary boat transfer from Amigos del Mar, departing daily at 6 PM, and cruise across the serene waters of Ambergris Caye. Indulge in our exquisite menu, featuring fresh, local ingredients, as you relax in the elegant ambience of our beachfront dining. Reserve your spot today and let us take care of the journey to an unforgettable dinner at Mambo!

    Complimentary boat transfers from Ambergris Caye Photo
  • Taco Tuesdays at Danny's Treebar

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Taco Tuesday just got better in Ambergris Caye! Indulge in $3 tacos and sip on 2-for-1 margaritas while enjoying live music by the talented Man@Work. Join us every Tuesday from 2-5 PM for great vibes, incredible flavors, and a fun, adults-only experience you won’t want to miss!

    Taco Tuesdays at Danny's Treebar Photo

What 71 people are saying

Mambo Restaurant - Matachica Resort reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mambo Restaurant at Matachica Resort offers an "incredible dining experience" with a menu that emphasizes fresh, "farm and sea to table" ingredients. Guests rave about the "life-changing" meals, with standout dishes like crab ravioli and key lime pie. The "friendly and knowledgeable" staff and stunning ambiance make it a "must-go" destination.

71 Reviews
  1. Tracy

    Belize1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the thumbs up for both Bistro and Mambo! For lunch at Bistro we ordered the gazpacho, a shrimp Caesar and a veggie sandwich. We also devoured the signature key lime pie which is as delicious as it is creative. For dinner at Mambo we ordered the crab ravioli (lobster is out of season), the snapper cooked in a banana leaf and a brioche perdue with bananas foster ice cream. Every single dish was thoughtfully and expertly prepared. I could have eaten a dozen of the fresh baked black pepper rolls served with dinner. The breakfast pantries were equally divine!

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  2. Joanne

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everyone must experience the gastronomic pleasure of dining at Mambo’s!! We saved our last evening in Belize to dine here celebrating a milestone birthday. Wonderful kind service, ambiance and soft music. Our meal was life changing! Delicious and beautifully plated. Be sure to leave room for the off-the-charts key lime pie! Thank you for a wonderful memorable evening! Joanne and John Prince Edward County, Ontario CANADA

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  3. Kim

    Belize1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matachica is one of the best curated luxury Resorts and Spas I’ve ever seen. Their staff is beyond professional, warm and knowledgeable about their menu and spirits. You can’t get a bad or mediocre meal at Mambo restaurant. Everything is farm and sea to table. You have to try their spin on Key Lime Pie. And let’s not talk about the view, curated art and ambience. We ate there everyday and will continue to do so every time we visit the island. They raised the bar!!! It’s a must go to!!

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  4. Tdub VIP

    Houston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner with family. We started with the crab ravioli and tuna tartare. Both had wonderful flavors and good portion to share. Our entrees were fabulous, especially the snapper. Service was spot on! And the location was so pretty. Highly recommend.

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  5. Ben VIP

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experience! Just make sure you underif they are seating you in the Bar side vs. the restaurant side. They are two different menus.

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  6. Aaron VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience at Mambo. The resort is beautiful and the dinner was the best we had on the island. The staff was friendly and eager to please. Highly recommended!

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  7. Cynthia

    Jacksonville41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we arrived at the bar, we were warmly greeting by the most jovial bartender who takes his craft seriously and made the most artistic drinks! We then preceded into the dining room and were expertly taken care by Julio and his helper. The shrimp curry and seafood fettuccine were divine. Flavors were spot on. Dessert was the salted caramel mousse - so very delicious! I have celiac disease and required gluten free options - no problem. They brought out yummy, made from scratch GF bread! Such a treat for me! The vibe is elegant, but laid back. Wonderful evening, and exceptional service! Thank you!

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  8. Sean

    Vancouver9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 4 who were all looking forward to a great dinner. Unfortunately this was not the case. Based on the fact that the two Chefs running the kitchen were French Laundry alumni we were expecting top quality food. 3of 4 meals were disappointing. Overcooked lobster and tenderloin, overly reduced sauces, bland seasoning and thick gummy cream sauce on the pasta. The tuna tartare was mostly avocado cream and very little tuna. Deserts were the highlight of the meal both were excellent. Service was definitely not up to par for a 4 star resort. Our server seemed like he wanted to be elsewhere. There was none of the wonderful Belizian warmth and friendliness that we had experienced all over the country. He was aloof and unfriendly, forgetting who ordered what and auctioning every course around the table. We had to ask twice for some requested items. When we asked some questions on menu items he answered with attitude and a smirk. At the time we were dining there were only 3 tables in the dining room. Considering our dinner for 4 cost over $500 US the entire experience was a total disappointment and we definitely did not get value for the money. The resort adds an automatic 15% service charge which is more than our service that evening deserved.

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  9. Jamie

    Houston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The boat shuttle and return van was very nice option that allowed us to experience the nice cocktails. Service and atmosphere were amazing.

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  10. Maria

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The appetizers were great and the server did his best to give us a great meal, but we had to wait 2 hours for our food. The main meals we got (whole snapper, seafood linguine, and lobster tail) were overcooked, or may have just been left out for some time before service. The flavors were good so we knew the restaurant had potential but they seemed to be overwhelmed and the kitchen could not keep up with the number of orders.
    Mambo Restaurant - Matachica ResortResponded on December 30, 2024
    Dear Maria, Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your kind words about our appetizers and server, but we’re truly sorry for the long wait and the quality of your main courses. This falls short of the high standards we aim for. Your feedback has been shared with our kitchen team, and we’re actively addressing the delays and food preparation to ensure this doesn’t happen again. We’re grateful you saw the potential in our flavors, and we’d love the chance to make it right. If you’re open to it, I’d be happy to personally assist with your next reservation. Please feel free to reach out at your convenience. Thank you again for your valuable input – we hope to welcome you back soon. Warmly, Amy Salazar Restaurant Manager

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Mambo Restaurant - Matachica Resort is rated 4.9 stars by 71 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
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Matachica Resort, 5 Miles North of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, San Pedro, San Pedro 00000

Additional information

  • Cross street
    5 Miles North of San Pedro
  • Neighborhood
    San Pedro
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Happy Hour Tue 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Traditional French, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Golf cart parking available at rear entrance of resort.
  • Public transit
    To reserve complimentary shuttle service to and from town, please fill out this form:https://62vkc6vuape.typeform.com/to/Wyg2RUic
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex Linarez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Private events can be arranged in either of our dining rooms and our culinary team can work on special menus and other requirements. Please note our Adults Only Policy (16+).For a more intimate private experience, book a pier dinner which includes a dedicated server and a private table on one of the islets located on our beautiful pier.
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