Contemporary Mexican Cuisine

Best Contemporary Mexican Restaurants at Cancún & Riviera Maya All-Inclusives

5 contemporary mexican dining options across 2 resort groups.

ATELIER de Hoteles - Playa Mujeres

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ATELIER Playa Mujeres

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María Dolores by Edgar Núñez

18+
Contemporary MexicanFine Dining💲 Upcharge

Signature restaurant featuring Edgar Núñez's seasonal contemporary Mexican cuisine with pre-Hispanic ingredients and AAA Four Diamond designation.

✨ Insider tip: Reservations strongly recommended before arrival. Complimentary for INSPIRA guests with 7+ night stays; 50% discount for 6 nights or fewer. Make two reservations if you're a foodie.

🕐 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM🍽 Dinner👔 Smart Casual📋 Reservations Required

Note: Schedules subject to change

Hoteles Xcaret

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Arriba Baja

Contemporary MexicanÀ la carte

Signature restaurant by Chef Sheyla Alvarado showcasing contemporary Mexican cuisine in Casa Eclipse, featuring panoramic views and an impressive waterfall flowing into the river.

✨ Insider tip: New restaurant with spectacular setting and waterfall views.

🕐 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM🍽 Dinner👔 Smart Casual📋 Recommended📍 Casa Eclipse with waterfall views

Hotel Xcaret Arte

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Xaak

18+
Contemporary MexicanFine Dining💲 Upcharge

Signature restaurant featuring 9-course tasting menu by four award-winning chefs (Roberto Solís, Paco Méndez, Jonatan Gómez Luna, Alejandro Ruiz) with complimentary wine pairing by sommelier Sandra Fernández. Unique sensorial experience blending pre-Hispanic Zapotec and Mayan traditions.

✨ Insider tip: Only upcharge restaurant at Arte (separate payment required). Features Michelin-starred chefs. Guests receive a gift basket at end of meal. Book well in advance.

🕐 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM🍽 Dinner👔 Formal📋 Reservations Required📍 Central location with jungle-inspired setting

Hotel Xcaret Arte

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Encanta

18+
Contemporary MexicanFine Dining

Author restaurant by Michelin Star Chef Paco Méndez offering 10-course tasting menu exalting Mexican cuisine from Barcelona to the Caribbean. Optional wine pairing available.

✨ Insider tip: Reservations required. Book 3+ weeks in advance. One of the top dining experiences at the resort. 10-course tasting menu.

🕐 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM🍽 Dinner👔 Formal📋 Reservations Required📍 Main building

La Casa de la Playa

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Tuch de Luna

18+
Contemporary MexicanFine Dining

Award-winning restaurant by celebrity Chef Martha Ortiz with all-female team. Masterfully conceptualized stories in dishes with vibrant colors, contrasting flavors, and artistic presentation. Won Best Sustainable Restaurant at Food and Travel Reader Awards 2023.

✨ Insider tip: Breakfast features artisanal pastries, decadent conchas, smoked milk atole, and café de olla with guava foam. Full Moon Nights are special events by Chef Ortiz. Everything is beautifully plated.

🕐 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM · 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM🍽 Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner👔 Smart Casual📋 Recommended🌊 Ocean view📍 Ocean view location