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Dining Cheat Sheet

Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya
17 restaurants & bars1 properties

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Specialty Restaurants

Cocina de Autor
Creative/Molecular · Fine Dining
RequiredSmart CasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 9:45 PM
Specialty wines may incur additional charges
Piaf
French · À la carte
RequiredSmart CasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Specialty wines may incur additional charges
Bistro
French/International · À la carte
RecommendedCasual
Frida
Mexican · À la carte
RequiredSmart CasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Lucca
Italian-Mediterranean · À la carte
RequiredSmart CasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sen Lin
Asian Fusion · À la carte
RequiredSmart CasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Chaká
International/Yucatecan · À la carte
RecommendedCasualDinner: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Dress Code Quick Reference

Smart CasualNeat trousers or knee-length shorts. No tank tops or flip flops at dinner.
CasualNo strict requirements. Comfortable resort wear.
Pack tip: Bring at least one Smart Casual outfit per person for specialty restaurant nights.

Insider Tips

Cocina de Autor
This is a multi-course tasting menu experience with at least 9 mini courses plus appetizers and desserts. Reservations highly recommended.
Piaf
Try the escargots in beef stock, fois gras, or petit roasted duck magret. The romantic ambiance makes it perfect for special occasions.
Bistro
Perfect for ultra-tranquil breakfast or lunch. Try the Huevos Playa Del Carmen with Jugo Verde and hot coffee.
Frida
Colorful and eclectic atmosphere with live music. The modern Mexican cuisine reinterprets classics beautifully. Book early for this popular spot.
Lucca
Perfect for family gatherings. Try the Florence-style Insalata di Medici and any of the homemade pastas.
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