Diners' Choice: Healthy restaurants in Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall healthy cuisine in Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ha' - Playa del Carmen

4.9

4.9 (335)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

HA’ Restaurant
The first restaurant in Xcaret to be awarded a Michelin Star. Also honored with 5 AAA Diamonds for its exceptional service.

Carlos Gaytán, the first Mexican chef with a Michelin Star both inside and outside of Mexico, presents HA’, a unique proposal in Contemporary Mexican Cuisine in Riviera Maya. With a 9-course tasting menu in which, Carlos shows us that flavors, textures and temperatures are elements that tell us a surprising story and help us learn about his love for his roots.

When you think you have found your favorite dish Gaytán’s inspiration proposes new creations as the seasons change, ensuring your experiences are always unique and different. Come and have a unique culinary experience at Hotel Xcaret Mexico

Experiences just for adults +18 years old, with dress code (no shorts and no flip flops/no sandals). Pay just credit or debit card.

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AhmedVIP

Dined 4 days ago

From the very first moment you step into Ha Restaurant, you know you’re in for something truly special. The atmosphere is nothing short of breathtaking—elegant, intimate, and immersive. Every detail, from the lighting to the décor, is meticulously curated to create an unforgettable dining environment. The food is absolutely amazing. Each dish is a work of art—beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, and crafted with precision and creativity. The tasting menu is a journey through bold ingredients, unique textures, and inventive combinations that showcase the chef’s passion and talent. The service is excellent—attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. The staff elevates the entire experience, ensuring that you feel welcome and cared for throughout your meal. Ha is more than just a restaurant—it’s an experience. From the first course to the final bite, every moment is thoughtfully designed to delight all the senses. If you’re in Playa del Carmen, this is a must-visit destination for food lovers and anyone seeking a truly exceptional night out.

Nektar at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.8

4.8 (618)

MXN310 to MXN500

Regional Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Nektar is a restaurant that serves specialties of the region. Located in the Vidanta - Cirque du Soleil Theater Complex, it offers typical dishes from the State of Yucatan and spectacular cocktails

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Maria

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food, great service! We had the rib-eye molcajete- more than enough to share between 2 people and it was delicious!

Piaggia Playa del Carmen

4.7

4.7 (265)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mediterranean

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Delight in the exquisite Mediterranean Italian cuisine in the heart of Playa del Carmen. Piaggia Ristorante offers a unique culinary experience with chef-crafted dishes and selections perfectly designed to captivate your senses.

Enjoy unparalleled gastronomic excellence paired with the best service and a breathtaking direct view of the Caribbean Sea.

All of this in a welcoming atmosphere that will completely enchant you. Discover the magic of the Italian coast at Piaggia Ristorante, your gourmet destination in Playa del Carmen.

Piaggia, ranked as one of the city's best restaurants with top ratings on various platforms, come and sample the exquisite and creative dishes from our renowned Chef Eugenio Villafaña. We look forward to welcoming you!

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW FAVORITE PLACE, WELCOME TO PIAGGIA

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BenjaminVIP

Dined on Jun 17, 2025

Food was at 4.5 and service staff was very attentive, but there was some change over from previous staff. This is an absolute exceptional restaurant and we recommend it.

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DESTILADOS 2X1 DE 1:00 A 6:00 PM

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ESPUMOSO Y POSTRE EN LOS CUMPLEAÑOS!

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LIMONCELLO SPRITZ 2X1

GAIA at Maykana

4.6

4.6 (96)

MXN500 and over

Mediterranean

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Gaia is a culinary sanctuary where the freshest seafood meets refined craftsmanship, honoring the bounty of the ocean with every dish. Nestled within Maykana at Fairmont Mayakoba, Gaia offers an elegant yet immersive dining experience, seamlessly blending coastal sophistication with the rhythm of the sea.

Recently awarded Four Forbes Stars, Gaia stands as a hallmark of excellence, where innovation and tradition unite in a menu inspired by the raw beauty and flavors of the ocean. Indulge in exquisitely curated dishes while the sound of the waves and the glow of candlelight set the stage for an unforgettable evening in paradise.

Join us and toast to the art of fine dining by the sea.

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Preety

Dined today

The most fresh and amazing seafood! Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area.

Fuego Restaurante y Cantina @ Mahekal

4.6

4.6 (153)

MXN500 and over

Grill

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

FUEGO Restaurante y Cantina ofrece un romántico y relajado ambiente eco-chic estilo “Tulum” rodeado de jardines de arena blanca y una densa vegetación de palmeras que se alinean perfectamente frente a las cristalinas aguas del Caribe Mexicano. Nuestro exclusivo restaurante frente al mar cuenta con cocina en vivo, un horno de piedra con cocción 100% a la leña y se especializa en finos cortes de carne, mariscos y pescados frescos y exquisitas pizzas artesanales preparadas con ingredientes orgánicos de producción local. / FUEGO Restaurant and Cantina offers a relaxed and romantic vibe in a simple, laid-back atmosphere surrounded by beautiful gardens, plamtrees and a spectacular view to the Caribbean ocean. Our exclusive restaurant features a selection of Premium meat cuts, fresh seafood, organic salads and delicious artisan pizzas. All our meals are prepared over the open flames of the wood-fired oven grill.

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Hayden

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Get the scallop pasta! Very cool vibes and amazing service.

Gong at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.6

4.6 (758)

MXN500 and over

Asian

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Take a culinary tour through the orient at Gong. Located within the elegant grounds of the Vidanta Riviera Maya luxury resort, this restaurant serves fusion Asian cuisine in charming surroundings. Helmed by Chef Gualberto V�zquez, the menu features Far East favorites like sushi, lobster rolls and peking duck. Diners can also enjoy a selection of sashimi and soup. It also includes select gluten-free dishes for diners who prefer this option. Gong provides a savory alternative to contemporary Mexican fare. The restaurant�s spacious interior features linen-covered tables, soft overhead lighting and Asian-inspired d_cor. Gong is open for dinner every day.

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Hagir

Dined 5 days ago

Pleasant atmosphere. We went on the earlier side. The Bibimbap was good- could have used some more seasoning( salt or soy sauce). The vegetable tempura was pretty bland. The service was very good and that’s been the case in all the restaurants and on the resort.

Porfirio's - Playa del Carmen

4.6

4.6 (1019)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

PORFIRIO’S es pasión, orgullo y excelencia. Un restaurante que elogia lo mejor de México, transformando sus tradicionales sabores, texturas y aromas en los más exquisitos platillos de la alta cocina mexicana. Un sitio que renueva el concepto de cocina urbana contemporánea, equilibrando recetas caseras con acentos tomados de cada rincón de México, que se traducen en audaces sabores resultado de una cuidadosa selección de ingredientes y un ambiente donde música, decoración y sazón se entrelazan armoniosamente.

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Zhane

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Great experience! I would come back. The staff was very welcoming and made sure I enjoyed my birthday

Quinto at Vidanta Riviera Maya

4.5

4.5 (837)

MXN500 and over

Steakhouse

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

El Restaurante Quinto en Salum, Vidanta Riviera Maya, ofrece una versión única y lujosa de la moderna parrilla de carnes que se especializa en cortes premium y sabrosos platillos directamente de nuestro exclusivo horno de carbón. Piérdase en las vistas panorámicas mientras disfruta de cócteles especiales preparados por los expertos mixólogos de Quinto.

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Maria

Dined 4 days ago

The food was delicious and the service was excellent! Javier did a great job attending to our needs and answering our questions. It was a wonderful experience!

Alux Restaurante

4.4

4.4 (2205)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Alux is a restaurant inside a natural cave. A unique place to enjoy a magical evening. The creation and formation of the cave is ancient. In this environment of true underground palaces decorated with unique stalactites and stalagmites you can enjoy a natural spectacle. With a capacity of more than 250 guests, our cavern has various environments designed for you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, all accompanied by our haute cuisine and mixology that distinguishes us in this region of the Riviera Maya.

Service only for dinners. À la carte service. Entry with reservation. Dress Code: Smart Casual. Kitchen closes at 11:00 pm. Payments are accepted with Cash, Credit and Debit Card AMEX, MasterCard and Visa. Children welcome. Smoking area. There is no corkage.

Minimum consumption $1,000.00 pesos per person.

Top review

Haley

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

This dining experience was amazing. The food was great. They let you walk around and explore the entire beautiful cave.

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