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

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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Hotel Xcaret México

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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

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

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

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