Mare Nostrum
at Barceló Maya Colonial · Barceló Maya Grand Resort
Mediterranean-style seafood restaurant with exquisite variety of fish and seafood dishes.
✨ Insider tip: Prior booking required; formal dress code applies.
What to order
Mare Nostrum is the seafood specialist at Barceló Maya Colonial — Mediterranean-style preparations, formal setting, dinner only. Reservations fill quickly; dress code enforced (no shorts or sandals). Guest reviews are mixed on consistency; stick to straightforwardly grilled preparations over elaborate sauced dishes.
- Grilled lobsterThe standout — order it simply grilled with butter rather than in a sauce to let the quality of the catch come through.
- Coconut shrimpOne of the more consistently praised options; light batter, tropical sweetness, good as a shared opener.
- Mussels casseroleA solid choice when in season; the broth is worth soaking up with bread if it's available.
Seafood quality and availability may vary by season; grilled preparations are the most consistent option.
⭐ Top-rated dishes
👔 Dress code detail: Formal dress; no shorts, sandals, or sleeveless shirts
Who can dine here
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