Cancun Dining
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All directions for restaurants are listed by their location in the Hotel Zone. KM markers are located throughout the Hotel Zone. Lists the credit cards taken (AM American Express/V Visa/MC Master Card/D Diners Card)
American Food
Fat Tuesday
KM 6.5 83-2676
This is a great restaurant for young people. Those spending their spring and summer breaks frequent this restaurant and enjoy the large daiquiris and margaritas. The Ferries for Isla Mujeres leave from the dock next to this spot.
Lunch and dinner are served here.
Hard Rock Cafe
KM 9 81-8120
This restaurant is part of the world famous Hard Rock Cafe chain. You will find local live bands from time to time. The overall atmosphere is loud.
Serves lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Hooter's
KM 9 83-0570
This American style restaurant is best known for it's attractive waitresses. Buffalo and chicken wings as well as many other American foods are served. You will find that the atmosphere is loud and festive.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Houlihan's
KM 13.5 83-0203
You will find a local pub atmosphere serving American Foods. A beautiful view of Nichupte Lagoon and Cancun sunsets. This is not a quick in and out dining experience and you should plan on taking your time and enjoying the views.
Serves lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Planet Hollywood
KM 11.5 83-3044
Features American movie themes as the decor. Oriental, Italian and local foods served.
Lunch and dinner AM/V/MC
 Rainforest
KM 9.5 81-8130
An exotic, tropical rainforest decor. You will find both live and mechanical animals as part of your entertainment. This is fun for the entire family with sandwiches, pizza, and much more.
Lunch and dinner AM/V/MC
TGI Fridays
KM 9.0 83-3542
You will find the classic TGI menus with many different dishes. Festive atmosphere, great wait staff. Large servings.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Tony Roma's
KM11.5 83-0570
Famous for it's American style barbecue and ribs as well as large desserts.
Close to Continental Villas Plaza.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Argentinian
Cambalache
KM 9 83-0897 Located by the Forum of the Sea
A soccer decor that is a favorite of the locals. You will find suckling pig on a stick as one of the main menu items.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Blue Bayou Cajun
KM 10.5 83-0044 Located by the Hotel Cancun Caribe
Crawfish, gumbo and Jambalaya are among the favorites at this Cajun restaurant. A tropical garden and waterfall lend to the relaxing atmosphere.
Dinner only. Live Jazz. AM/V/MC/D
La Habichuela
SM22 Downtown Cancun 84-3158
Here you will find Caribbean seafood as well as Mexican foods. The Mayan setting lends to a pleasing atmosphere.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC/D
French
Plantation House
KM 10.5 83-1433
This restaurant takes you back a century to the 1800's. This is fine dining at its best. A romantic atmosphere overlooks a natural aquarium. Haute cuisine with an European/Caribbean style menu.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
International
Bogart's
KM 9 83-1133 By Krystal Hotel
Specialty dishes are featured at this restaurant. Cold avocado soup served in an ice bowl is among the favorites.
Dinner only. AM/V/MC/D
Carlos'N Charlie's
KM5.5 83-0846 By the large flagpole on the Lagoon
BBQ and ribs are among the favorite menu items. The younger crowd loves this spot.
Brunch, Lunch and Dinner. AM/V/MC/D
Coral Reef
KM 9.5 83-2900 Hotel Fiesta Americana
Romantic, elegant setting. Haute cuisine.
Dinner only. AM/V/MC
Escape
KM 16.5 85-3042
High tech design. Features crab and prime rib.
Open 24 hours. AM/V/MC
La Mision
KM 13.5 85-1706 Plaza Costa BlaitCa
A romantic atmosphere featuring candlelit tables and strolling musicians. One of the specialties of the house is the shrimp flamed with cognac.
Dinner only. AM/V/MC
Mr. Papa's
KM 8.5 83-1104 Across the street from Plaza Lagunas
With hamburgers and beer, this spot is a favorite of young people. Be prepared for fun, as the waiters will play pranks on the customers.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
 Splash
KM 13.5 85-3011 Kukulcan Plaza
Here you can find an all-you-can-eat dinner for $11 USD. Featuring fresh seafood and pasta.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Sr. Frog's
This is the place to have fun. Ribs, BBQ shrimp, nachos and much more. If you come here, plan on letting your hair down and having a wild time.
Lunch and dinner. V/MC
Italian Restaurants
Casa Rolandi
KM 8.5 83-2557 Plaza Caracol
Northern Italian specialties and a great salad bar. Some of the specialties include salmon, carpaccios and risotto's.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Fantino
KM 14.5 85-0808 Ritz Carlton Hotel
A beautiful setting overlooking the Caribbean ocean. Italian food.
Dinner only. Reservations are recommended. AM/V/MC
Italianni's
KM 9.5 83-3093 Plaza El Zocalo
American Style Italian food. Large families are welcome.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V.MC
Mama Roma
KM 9 83-1862 Forum by the Sea Mall
A tasty Lasagna is the specialty of this spot. An extensive menu offers many different dishes.
Breakfast and dinner. AM/V/MC
Zuppa
KM 11.5 83-2933 Plaza Flamingo
Italian and Mediterranean restaurant with a fine reputation for its home kitchen and variety of pastas and pastries.
Lunch and dinner. V/MC
Japanese
Campay Sushi Bar
KM 9 83-1151 Party Center
Traditional Japanese decor. Large sushi bar and teppan-yaki tables where everything is prepared in front of you.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Mikado
KM 14.0 81-2000 Marriott Hotel
This Japanese restaurant features a full sushi menu, as well as teppan-yaki dinners.
Dinner Only. AM/V/MC
Yamamoto
Av. Uxmal, SM 3, Cancun 87-3366
This is the oldest Japanese restaurant in Cancun. A good sushi bar and extensive menu. You will find this a small and quiet restaurant.
Lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Mexican
Cafe De La Luz
KM 8 83-0619 Plaza Mayafair
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
El Tacolote
Av. Coba#19,SM22,Cancun 87-3045
This is where you will taste the real Mexican taco.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
Hacienda El Mortero
KM 9.0 83-1133 Krystal Hotel
Seated in a Hacienda setting, you will enjoy a large offering of Mexican dishes.
Dinner only. AM/V/MC
La Cabana Mexicana
KM 9 83-0250 Playa Chac-Moo
This is a favorite of the locals when they are at the beach.
A great place for cold drinks on a hot afternoon.
La Farandula
KM 7 83-0160
This restaurant brings back the golden age of Mexico with movie, photos, wax figures and more. The rib-eye steak with fish and shrimp is one of the favorites.
Lunch and Dinner AM/V/MC
La Joya
KM 9.5 81-3200 Fiesta Americana Coral Beach
Reservations are required.
This is elegant Mexican dining at its best. AAA Fine Dining Award.
Dinner only. AM/V/MC
Los Rancheros
KM 11.5 85-2758
This is a restaurant that caters to the tourists. Grilled meats and hot sauce are among the favorites as well as many other Mexican dishes.
Lunch and Dinner. AM/V/MC/D
OK Maguey
KM 13.5 85-0503 Kukulcan Plaza
Mexican food specializing in seafood and steaks. This is a spot with great festivity and fun.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. AM/V/MC
Taco Inn
KM 9.5 83-0749 Plaza Forum by the Sea
This is one of the best taco restaurants in Mexico City and has just recently opened in Cancun.
Lunch and Dinner. AM/V/MC
Zandunga
KM 9.5 83-4495 Forum by the Sea
Great view of the Caribbean with indoor or out.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. AM/V/MC
This list of restaurants does not imply any endorsement of these restaurants. This listing is made for information purposes only.
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