Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Tulum

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Kokoro Tulum

4.9

4.9 (179)

MXN500 and over

Japanese

Tulum

About the restaurant

Feeling, Art, & Reflexion. Kokoro Tulum is hidden on the rooftop of Copal Tulum Hotel, just under the stars and surrounded by the greenery of nature. You will enter by a cenote road and arrive to this sensual place, shining by Japanese orange lamps. The Spirit Of The Japanese Cuisine. Our line represents the essence and soul of the Japanese cuisine, respecting the product, using the classic techniques and playing with local ingredients. High quality, prime-cut ingredients like Baja California Bluefin Tuna or Amaebi shrimp, to ensure not only freshness but delicious flavor notes. We marry all these elements into a great play of flavor and texture through proper execution and consistency. And experience through balance of flavors, textures, colors, and temperatures appreciating each cut and raw material. Live the Experience.

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Nikolaj

Dined on May 27, 2025

Very beautiful restaurant in a quiet jungle atmosphere. Amazing food

Pandano at Jashita Hotel

4.8

4.8 (173)

MXN500 and over

Italian

Tulum

About the restaurant

Authentic Italian cuisine with a Mexican and International flair.

Our beachfront restaurant was inspired by our great Italian culinary traditions, where food is a cure for the soul, and every bite is a celebration of life. All dishes are handmade and freshly prepared with original Italian ingredients and locally grown ones that only the Yucatan peninsula and its rich land can provide.

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AmyVIP

Dined on Jun 2, 2025

The ambience was absolutely beautiful. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic.

Wild Tulum

4.7

4.7 (491)

MXN500 and over

International

Tulum

About the restaurant

WILD is a small restaurant and cocktail bar that exudes authentic Tulum dining. Nestled in the jungle on Tulum’s beach strip, dine under the stars and experience a unique menu. We aim to bring you the best of the regions flavors in a friendly and relaxed environment. Featuring an international cuisine with a Mexican twist, and a 9 course tasting menu by Executive Chef Norman Fenton. With a truly unique and elegant design style, WILD’s atmosphere is serene and magical, tables are set under the canopy of the jungle and the striking cocktail bar features premium spirits and a superb signature cocktail menu alongside a menu of modern twists on classic cocktails.

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NannetteVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

One of the best experiences we’ve ever had. Unique food, amazing flavors, great ambiance. Couldn’t ask for anything more!

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Group Reservation

Mezzanine

4.7

4.7 (345)

MXN310 to MXN500

Thai

Tulum

About the restaurant

Our Thai restaurant offers tantalizing, authentic flavors balancing fragrant herbs and spices with fresh coconut milk to produce traditional dishes that have made Mezzanine an iconic Tulum spot for the last 20 years. Combine this with sweeping panoramic views of Tulum's beach, relaxed house music, and exceptional service and you have the unmistakable Mezzanine vibe.
We also serve up healthy breakfasts and a casual beach menu.
*Important arrival Information*
We are located within a natural area, which requires a fee dedicated to the preservation of flora and fauna. On site parking is limited, so we recommend contacting us or arriving by taxi. General access hours to the natural area are 8AM-5PM; outside these hours, entry is allowed only with reservation.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Our second time, food is always good and consistent. Romantic ambience overlooking the ocean in the moonlight. Would recommend anyone craving Thai food while visiting Tulum. Modestly priced considering you are in a boutique hotel along the Jaguars Preserve. Make a reservation or you will need to pay a handsome fee to get into the park. We will be back

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4.6

4.6 (160)

MXN310 to MXN500

Contemporary Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Classic dishes from the coastal regions of Mexico, with contemporary and bold flavors. Enjoy our daily brunch menu or intimate dinners. For something really special contact us about private dining on the rocks.
* Mi Amor hotel & restaurant is **ADULTS ONLY**
*Important arrival Information*
We are located within a natural area, which requires a fee dedicated to the preservation of flora and fauna. On-site parking is not available, so we recommend arriving by taxi. General access hours to the natural area are 8 AM-5PM; outside these hours, entry is allowed only with reservation.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Hard to get to because of the National Guard security that are at the entrance of Jaguar Park where this hotel/restaurant is located also there is no parking. But once you get to this restaurant, it is beautiful and the views at night are spectacular. The food was delicious and reasonably priced.

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Sunday Brunch in Mi Amor

Experience

Mi Amor's 2x1 Cocktails 5 - 7pm.

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Sunset Sips & Double Delights

La Zebra

4.6

4.6 (141)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

La Zebra’s vibrant dining room frames one of the best beachscapes in Tulum. This quintessential establishment is a longtime favorite for many; from locals to travelers, couples to families, everyone will find their spot here.

Our Chef Eleazar Bonilla brings you authentic Mexican flavors with menus that evolve from day to night and highlight the bountiful ingredients available throughout Mexico.

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Gary

Dined on May 20, 2025

Fernando was out waiter and he cared for our table well. We relaxed on couches and watched the ocean splash in the distance. The drinks were excellent and the food was solid. Yellowfin Tuna small plate was top notch, and fish was well prepared. My daughter really enjoyed the Cornish hen and my son devoured the shrimp main plate. Greats atmosphere and attentive staff.

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Experience

Street Food Sundays

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Taco Thursday at La Zebra

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Mezcal & Mole Mondays

NÜ Tulum

4.5

4.5 (458)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Listed in the Michelin Guide and recognized as one of the top five restaurants in the Riviera Maya by Travel + Leisure, NÜ invites you to an enchanting gastronomic experience that celebrates collective creativity and ecological consciousness.

NÜ, derived from the French word "nous" meaning "we/us," embodies our essence: a collective of chefs uniting their visions. In our jungle setting illuminated by candlelight, dishes emerge from shared passions and creative dialogue. This natural exchange of ideas and flavors has earned NÜ its place among the Riviera Maya's finest dining establishments.

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Robert

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Beautiful place , food was great and fast service . Really love the place .

Casa Maria Mexican Grill

4.4

4.4 (157)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Diamante K has created a unique gastronomic space, where outstanding food is what matters most.

Proud of our Mexican cuisine, we invite you to this culinary journey to live an experience of aromas and textures originating from the Yucatan Peninsula.

A mix of ancient techniques from the Mayan culture and contemporary Mexico accompany us from the producer to your table.

We also invite you to our tastings of tequila, mezcal and a wide variety of wines and craft beers produced in Mexico.

Access through Coba Avenue.
Reference: Hotel Kore Tulum

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Anna CatherineVIP

Dined on May 18, 2025

The address on open table was wrong. The correct address is: Carretera Bocapaila 127 77764 Tulum, Q. Roo. Mexico We got all turned around and late to our reservation. The restaurant was very accommodating and understand. Other than that, everything was perfect! Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Tulum.

Kanan Tulum Rooftop

4.4

4.4 (93)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Tulum

About the restaurant

The Rooftop
Welcome to a realm where culinary artistry meets breathtaking panoramas – welcome to Kanan Tulum Only Adults Rooftop, the crown jewel of Tulum's thriving gastronomic scene. Perched at the zenith of the heart of Tulum's hotel zone, our rooftop enclave presents an enchanting fusion of vibrant ocean vistas and the lush, untamed embrace of the jungle.

Elevated Elegance with a View
Step into a world where your senses are caressed by the gentle ocean breeze, and your eyes indulge in the mesmerizing spectacle of the Caribbean Sea stretching into the horizon in one of our Nests. Kanan Tulum Rooftop offers an unparalleled dining experience, with every table revealing a different facet of the kaleidoscopic masterpiece that is Tulum's skyline. Whether it's a sun-kissed brunch, a romantic sunset dinner, or a moonlit rendezvous, our rooftop sets the stage for unforgettable moments.

Elevate your dining escapade at Kanan Tulum Rooftop by reserving your table today.

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Lashay

Dined on May 28, 2025

I had a wonderful experience, celebrated my girlfriends birthday! We love the aesthetics and the server was very attentive and helpful. We started out with some drinks and a coba salad from their vegan menu which was filled with favor! For our entrees we had salmon and the mushroom and eggplant entree! They were both very delicious, for her birthday dessert we ordered the crème Brulé it was light but yet very sweet and tasty! I would recommend to try it out, the views from the birds nest were immaculate!

Casa Jaguar

3.7

3.7 (352)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Welcome to Casa Jaguar. We are located on km 7.5 of Boca Paila beach road in beautiful Tulum. We began our restaurant on 11.11. 2011, and have continuously worked to live in harmony with the Jungle surrounding our restaurant and event space.

We are open everyday, 6:30 pm-11PM for Dinner. Our menu has vegan and gluten free options in case of allergies, but please keep us informed specifically of your dietary needs.

Our famous Jungle Parties happen on Thursdays and are a music event everyone comes to experience. Tuesdays we also have music nights at our Todos Santos bar with DJ and ladies night running from 10PM - Midnight.

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Shanah

Dined on May 9, 2025

Fantastic experience! We loved the catch of the day and the ribs. The service was incredible, and we stayed for the DJ after we ate. Highly recommend. Very vibey and fun.

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