Diners' Choice: Contemporary Mexican restaurants in Cancun / Riviera Maya

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary Mexican cuisine in Cancun / Riviera Maya? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

PIEDRASANTA HOLBOX

4.6

4.6 (231)

MXN310 to MXN500

Contemporary Mexican

Holbox

About the restaurant

Restaurant • Bar • Open daily from 17:00 - 24:00 h • Mystic jungle mixed with a perfect experience of authentic flavors #ByGrupoBasico #GetIntoTheJungle

Piedrasanta: these crystalline energy pieces are tools that help our mind connect with our body.
Based on local kitchen, we pay tribute to culture and biodiversity of the Mexican territory, exploring real familiar flavors. We mix ancestral and modern culinary techniques.
Every corner of Piedrasanta was built by local artisans, showing the genuine Mexican wit and talent.

Top review

KathrynNvip

Dined on Sep 9, 2024

We loved the original cocktails and the variety in the dishes we tried. Service and food were both great!

Ha' - Playa del Carmen

4.8

4.8 (257)

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

Cost of experiences with just wine $3,800 MXN and without wine $2,900, 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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Alejandro

Dined 4 days ago

Really good expiriance the testing menu is amazing

KI'IS Restaurant by Francisco Ruano

4.7

4.7 (25)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Playa del Carmen

About the restaurant

KI’IS (Zest in Maya) by chef Francisco "Paco" Ruano focuses on the pursuit of beauty through simplicity, harnessing the best ingredients from the surrounding seas and the Mexican vegetable pantry. Honoring flavors from Guadalajara and taking inspiration from Mexico’s Pacific coast, KI’IS mirrors Alcalde’s culinary offer with a distinctive Mayan accent.

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Courtney

Dined 7 days ago

Our dining experience at KI'IS was amazing! Our waiter, Oriel, was fantastic and all of his recommendations were absolutely delicious. He's an asset to the restaurant and we would highly recommend dining at KI'IS to anybody visiting the area. The food quality, presentation and taste were first class. Again a special thanks to Oriel for making our night even more special.

AUTOR

4.8

4.8 (63)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

AUTOR: La historia del chef
Un autor es un creador de algo original y personal; la experiencia gastronómica más sofisticada del
complejo, es un restaurante que contará la historia del chef al mando. Los huéspedes se embarcarán en
un viaje que les presentará de inmediato nuevas experiencias culinarias y les ofrece una ventana a la
historia del autor principal del viaje: El Chef

AUTOR: The Chef’s Story
An author is a creator of something original and personal. The resort’s most sophisticated dining
experience, Autor is a restaurant that will tell the story of the chef in command. Guests will be taken on
a journey that at once introduces them to new culinary experiences and offers a window into the history
of the journey’s lead author.

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Euniquevip

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

Absolutely top tier experience and I’d definitely say Michelin star worthy. We had the Chef Tasting and everything was a 10/10.

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Experience

Corn Journey

Carajillo Cancún

4.5

4.5 (257)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Cancún

About the restaurant

Carajillo is the must-see for the communion of senses and flavors, perfectly combining tradition and modernity. An authentic festival for the senses where we celebrate gastronomic heritage. Al Carajillo tastes better.

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Chris

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner for 4 to celebrate our Anniversary! A fun lively vibe, attentive service and delicious menu choices. Thanks!

Mochomos - Cancun

4.6

4.6 (28)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Cancún

About the restaurant

Mochomos Cancun -Mexican cuisine-.
Discover a unique gastronomic experience, based on the creativity and authentic flavors of Sonora's signature cuisine. Our restaurant-bar offers a carefully designed menu that blends the best of the highest quality entrees, meats, fish and seafood, complemented by a selection of internationally renowned wines along with mixology, perfect to satisfy the most discerning palates.
Mochomos not only delights with its culinary selection, but also with an unparalleled view of the Nichupté lagoon, especially at sunset. Whenever you visit, you will be immersed in a sophisticated and elegant ambiance, where every detail has been meticulously designed to offer you the most memorable experience.Whether you are looking for a romantic dinner, a special celebration or simply enjoy an evening with friends in an exclusive setting, Mochomos Cancun is the perfect place to enjoy the best of Sonoran cuisine with a touch of exclusivity.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Aug 19, 2024

Wonderful experience and food! Great at atmosphere, crew, good, drink, view! There is even a DJ

Le Chique

4.6

4.6 (306)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Cancún

About the restaurant

Considered one of the most avant-garde restaurants in Mexico and one of the most respected gastronomic destinations in the Riviera Maya.

Le Chique offers a seasonal tasting menu that has led them to have the title of the best tasting menu in Mexico, as well as belonging to Latin America´s 50 Best Restaurants in Latin America, with 5 Diamond awards since 2015, among other awards.

Whether it's a romantic getaway, a business dinner, or a gourmand treat, Le Chique is a one-of-a-kind option.

Dress code: Formal/casual (For gentlemen we need long pants and closed shoes)
Adults Only Restaurant (+18)

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Steven

Dined on Oct 2, 2024

One of the best experiences we have had in 36 years of marriage. It was well worth it and if we are ever down here again, we will come back. Better then excellant.

La Buena Barra - Cancún

4.5

4.5 (490)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Cancún

About the restaurant

With a spectacular view of the Nichupte Lagoon, let yourself be carried away by our service, the best contemporary Mexican cuisine and steak house in Cancun's Hotel Zone.

At La Buena Barra we seek to serve you as if we were family, surrounded by a warm atmosphere with an elegant, comfortable and exclusive ambiance. It is a place to gather your loved ones: friends, family and couple.

The culinary proposal offered by La Buena Barra is wide, carefully covering the Mexican Republic from the classic flavors of the north of the country as charcoal meats and chile piquin sauces to dishes from the sea in the style of the Gulf or fresh as in the Pacific.

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Joseph

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Great patio for watching the sunset and enjoying the lights across the lagoon. Very well designed and discreet lighting over the tables. The wagyu burger and the seabags are amazing.

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Experience

ALL YOU CAN GIN - JUEVES/ THURSDAY -

Mi Amor

4.6

4.6 (132)

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.
**Important arrival Information**
* Mi Amor hotel & restaurant is **ADULTS ONLY**
Mi Amor is located in a truly beautiful location inside a protected park, just five minutes from the Mayan ruins. Works are currently underway to improve the park, as such the access points to enter the hotel are subject to change. Please consult our Instagram or contact our concierge team to confirm the access point on the day of your visit +52 984 188 4273. An entry fee of $61 MXN is payable to enter the park but this will be deducted from your bill. Please be advised that we have a 20-minute grace period.

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Foodie81

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

It was absolutely one best experience I had in Tulum so far. The atmosphere it was espectacular, the food was amazing and the service top notch and view just breathtaking!! Kudos to Mío Amor hotel Restaurant definitely I will recommend this place is you are tulum and you want great food and relaxing evening!!

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Experience

Sunday Brunch in Mi Amor

Experience

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

Alux Restaurante

4.5

4.5 (1955)

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.

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michael

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing evening out never to be forgotten. The food and service was top level . A special mention for Louis our main waiter who made our private booth experience so good. A little humid but you’ll soon forget that.

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