Hotel Xcaret Restaurants and Events Guide
Where to eat and what to do
Cuisine Type: Vegan / Plant-based
Featured Chef: In-house culinary team specializing in raw & vegan
Description: Hidden in a jungle cave, Bio offers light, health-focused vegan fare in a rustic-chic setting.
Favorite Dishes: Zucchini carpaccio, coconut ceviche, raw vegan brownie
Dress Code: Casual
Ambience: Quiet, leafy cave retreat—great for a mindful break
Menu Variety: Fully plant-based; gluten-free & raw options
Food Quality & Taste: Fresh, vibrant, clean flavors
Presentation: Earthy, artful plating with edible flowers
Portion Sizes: Moderate—designed for wellness
Tips: Go early to catch natural light filtering into the cave
Featured Drinks: Tropical cold-pressed juices, coconut water
Reviews: ⭐️ 4.6 (TripAdvisor)
Review Count: ~14,000+ property reviews (Bio-specific data not available)
FAQs:
Is everything vegan? Yes, the entire menu is 100% plant-based.
Can they accommodate gluten-free diets? Absolutely—many dishes are gluten-free; just ask.
Is Bio open for dinner? No, it serves breakfast and lunch only.
Cuisine Type: Mexican Mezcal & Oaxacan Street Fare
Featured Chef: Oaxacan mezcal‑pairing specialists
Enticing Description:
The glow of driftwood lanterns and the scent of smoking mezcal conjures rustic warmth at Los Faroles, where communal plates and live guitar invite joyful connection.Favorite Dishes: Smoky tlayudas, esquites, Oaxacan cheese quesadillas
Dress Code: Casual Elegant
Ambience: Fireside, folk-music hum, background chatter
Menu Variety: Mezcal flights, small vegetarian & gluten-free plates
- Online Menu: Cantina Los Faroles
Food Quality: Bold, earthy, deeply rooted in tradition
Presentation: Rustic bowls and artisanal serveware
Portion Sizes: Tapas style—made for sharing
Featured Drinks: Mezcal cocktails like smoky paloma or chile margarita
Reviews: ★4.5 (hotel-wide reviews)
FAQs:
Can I get a full meal here or is it just a bar? You can enjoy light shared plates alongside your cocktails.
Do they offer vegetarian mezcal snacks? Yes—things like esquites and cheese quesadillas are available.
Is live music nightly? Yes, typically nightly between 7–9 pm.
🌙 Ha’
Cuisine Type: Contemporary Mexican (fine dining)
Featured Chef: Carlos Gaytán, Mexico’s first Michelin-starred chef
Description: A lavish, nine-course tasting journey blending Mexican tradition with modern artistry—set beside a whispering waterfall.
Favorite Dishes: Wagyu A5 with mole, escamoles tetela, “From Heaven” dessert
Dress Code: Formal Elegant
Ambience: Sophisticated, serene, minimal design
Menu Variety: Tasting menu with vegetarian alternative available
- Online Menu: View Menu
- Dietary Options: Vegetarian option, nut-free upon request
Food Quality: Premium, intricate, layered
Presentation: Sculptural, high-end
Signature Dishes: Molecular dessert and artful mole
Portion Sizes: Small tasting portions
Featured Drinks: Curated cocktail pairings & premium wines
Reviews: ★ 4.9 (OpenTable verified)
FAQs:
Can I do vegetarian tasting? Yes, with prior notice.
How early to book? At least 1 week in advance.
Outside wine? Pairings only, no corkage.
Cuisine Type: Steakhouse / Mexican
Featured Chef: Grill maîtres onsite
Enticing Description:
Dining deep within a candlelit grotto, Las Cuevas envelops you in smoky aromas and cave acoustics as hearty ribs are seared to perfection in this dramatic subterranean setting.
Favorite Dishes: Grilled ribeye, cheese soufflé, roasted seasonal veggies
Dress Code: Resort Elegant
Ambience: Romantic with rustic stone and low glow lighting
Menu Variety: Semi-buffet with carving station; vegetarian/gluten substitutions
Food Quality: Tender, smoky, rich in flavor
Presentation: Family-style shareable platters
Portion Sizes: Generous
Featured Drinks: —
Reviews: ★4.6
FAQs:
Do they cater to vegetarians? Yes—just request your side/order without meat.
Is seating limited? Yes, reserve for best grotto spots.
Any live music? Occasionally, with soft guitar accompaniment.
🍽️ Dish Highlights at Las Cuevas
Charcoal-Grilled Meats & Vegetables – Rustic dishes served in clay pots, showcasing the warm, smoky flavors from the cave’s grill
Hearty Buffet Spread – A spread of flavorful cuts and seasonal sides, artfully arranged under the natural cave canopy .
Vibrant Plating in a Grotto – The interplay of candlelight and cave stone creates an atmospheric setting for your meal
Communal Tablescape – Long banquet-style tables nestled against limestone walls evoke a sense of shared culinary adventure .
🌟 Exterior Showcases
Cave Entrance and Tables – Guests dine beneath stone arches with subtle lighting, hinting at the hidden oasis inside .
Signage Carved into Rock – The Las Cuevas logo beautifully engraved into limestone sets the scene even before you enter.
Cuisine Type: Mexican Market Buffet
Featured Chef: Regional buffet specialists
Description: Revel in a dynamic buffet styled after a vibrant market—home to tacos, ceviches, and churro desserts.
Favorite Dishes: Mini tacos, ceviche cups, churro waffles
Menu Online: View Mercado Menu
Dress Code: Casual → Casual Elegant after dark
Ambience: Bustling, colorful, family-friendly
Menu Variety: Vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free options available
Dietary Options: Vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free
Food Quality: Fresh and flavorful
Presentation: DIY buffet with colorful stations
Signature Dishes: Seafood taco bar and churro waffle cart
Portion Sizes: Build-your-own
Featured Drinks: Tequila tasting bar
Reviews: ★ 4.4
FAQs:
Dinner different from lunch? Yes—seafood and churros at night.
Gluten-free options? Yes—many dishes qualify.
Reservations? Not needed; seating is first-come.
Quick Facts & Guest Impressions for Mercado de la Merced
A lively market-style buffet featuring ten themed food stations
Created to replicate the sensory experience of a bustling, authentic Mexican marketplace
Highly praised — “Food was good, lots of varieties and the service was very good.” tripadvisor.ca
Cuisine Type: Mexican with show
Featured Chef: Theater dining culinary team
Description: A refined 5–6 course tasting paired with cultural show and live music
Favorite Dishes: Duck mole, seafood ceviche, artisanal desserts
Dress Code: Casual Elegant
Ambience: Intimate stage-side seating, candlelit elegance
Menu Variety: Fixed tasting; kids menu available
- Online Menu: View Menu
Food Quality & Taste: Well-balanced, beautifully presented
Presentation: Elegant, show-ready plating
Portion Sizes: Medium tasting
Tips: Reserve early; ask for stage-view seats
Featured Drinks: Signature cocktails available
Reviews: ⭐️ ~4.5 (TripAdvisor notes “fabulous service”)
Cuisine Type: Japanese Teppanyaki & Omakase
Featured Chef: Trained Japanese chefs
Description: An immersive chef-front experience—savor blazing teppanyaki and delicate omakase in this intimate Japanese enclave.
Favorite Dishes: Wagyu teppanyaki, chef-selected sashimi omakase
Dress Code: Casual Elegant
Ambience: Cozy teppan counter, live cooking theatrics
Menu Variety: À la carte Japanese; vegetarian available if requested
- Onine Menu : View Menu
Dietary Options: Vegetarian alternatives
Food Quality: Fresh seafood, premium meats
Presentation: Minimalist, chef-curated
Signature Dishes: Wagyu and premium sashimi flights
Portion Sizes: Moderate, precision-cut
Featured Drinks: Sake flights, green-tea cocktails
Reviews: ★ 4.5
FAQs:
Vegetarian teppanyaki? Yes—order veggie-focused.
Can I sit by the chef? Strongly recommended—reserve early.
Do they offer sake pairings? Yes—available tableside.
Cuisine Type: Seafood Mexican
Featured Chef: On-site seafood specialists
Description: Waterside dining on floating trajineras—fresh seafood, romantic lights, and river breezes await.
Favorite Dishes: Whole snapper, fish tacos, ceviche cocktails
Dress Code: Lunch Casual / Dinner Casual Elegant
Ambience: Palapa-style boats with riverfront romance
Menu Variety: A la carte; pescatarian and gluten-free options available
- Online Menu : View Menu
Dietary Options: Pescatarian, gluten-free
Food Quality: Fresh catch, coastal flavors
Presentation: Rustic seafood boards
Signature Dishes: Grilled whole fish and beachside ceviche
Portion Sizes: Generous
Featured Drinks: House margaritas, tropical cocktails
Reviews: ★ 4.4
FAQs:
Is this romantic dinner only? No—also family-friendly at lunch.
Gluten-free seafood? Yes—most dishes qualify.
Sunset views? Optional boat-side tables are best for that.
Cuisine Type: International Buffet
Featured Chef: Family dining kitchen team
Description: An eclectic buffet featuring global comfort fare—from wood-fired pizza to gourmet burgers—in a bright, welcoming space.
Favorite Dishes: Pizza, burgers, pasta, dessert bars
Menu Online: View Chibali Menu
- Onlie Menu : View Menu
Dress Code: Casual
Ambience: Spacious, bright, kid-friendly
Menu Variety: Extensive options; includes vegan & gluten-free
Dietary Options: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free
Food Quality: Crowd-pleasing comfort with quality ingredients
Presentation: Build-your-own buffet style
Signature Dishes: Wood-fired pizza and artisanal pastas
Portion Sizes: Customizable servings
Featured Drinks: Juices and sodas included
Reviews: ★ 4.3
FAQs:
Vegan pizza available? Yes—ask at pizza station.
Sweet treats? There’s a rotating dessert bar.
Family seating? Yes—long tables perfect for groups.
Cuisine Type: Beachfront Comfort Food
Featured Chef: Sandbar grill chef
- Online Menu View Menu
Description: Sand-between-your-toes dining by the sea—relaxed comfort food meets tropical cocktails under swaying palms.
Favorite Dishes: Fish & chips, club sandwich, cheesecake
Dress Code: Casual (lunch) / Casual Elegant (dinner)
Ambience: Beachy, laid-back, with cozy swings and sand seating
Menu Variety: Simple plates; vegetarian-friendly
Dietary Options: Vegetarian options available
Food Quality: Fresh, comforting, well-seasoned
Presentation: Beachy with pastel boarding
Signature Dishes: Cheesecake and tropical eats
Portion Sizes: Generous
Featured Drinks: Tropical cocktails (fruit margs, mojitos)
Reviews: ★ 4.2
FAQs:
Is this kid-friendly? Yes—chairs & swings are great for kiddos.
Beach shoes okay? Yes—sand attire welcomed.
Is cheesecake a must-try? Definitely—guests rave about it!
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Cuisine Type: International / Fusion
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Featured Chef: In-house grill and gourmet specialists
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Description: Exclusive to Casa Fuego guests, this rooftop restaurant offers a mix of international favorites and Mexican-inspired fusion cuisine in an elegant, adults-only setting.
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Favorite Dishes: Lobster tail with citrus butter, duck confit tacos, truffle mashed potatoes
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Dress Code: Casual Elegant
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Ambience: Romantic rooftop views with a private, serene vibe
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Menu Variety: A la carte fusion selections with frequent seasonal changes
- Online Menu: View Menu
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Dietary Options: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
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Food Quality & Taste: High-end, rich flavors with delicate textures
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Presentation: Fine dining with artistic flair
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Portion Sizes: Medium to generous
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Tips: Book a sunset dinner and request a corner table
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Featured Drinks: Mezcal old fashioned, rooftop rosé
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Reviews:
4.7 (rated highly by Casa Fuego guests) -
FAQs:
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Is Fuego open to all hotel guests? No, it’s exclusive to Casa Fuego guests.
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Do they accommodate allergies? Yes, with advance notice.
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Is it open for lunch? Typically dinner only, hours vary seasonally.
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🏨 Hotel Xcaret Restaurants and Dining Options (Mexico & Arte shared)
If you are Staying in Arte you have access to all of these restaurants
| Name | Description | Hours | Reservations | Dress Code | Menu Items | Specialty Cocktails / Live Music | Google Rating | Included / Extra Charge |
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| Bio | Fully vegan in cave setting; light, plant-based breakfast/lunch | B: 7–11 am, L: 12–5 pm | No | Casual | Vegan à‑la‑carte | No bar; social ambient vibe | ~4.6⭐ | Included |
| Cantina Los Faroles | Oaxacan mezcal bar with mezcal + shared plates | 6 pm–1 am | No | Casual Elegant | Mezcal, small plates | Cocktail bar; live music nightly | ~4.5⭐ | Included |
| Ha’ | Contemporary Mexican; 9-course Michelin tasting by Gaytán | 6–9:30 pm (Dinner nightly) | Yes (prepaid) | Formal Elegant | 9-course tasting | Bar with specialty cocktails; no dedicated live music | ~4.7⭐ | Extra charge (~MXN3,900+) |
| Las Cuevas | Dinner in cave-like stone grotto; semi-buffet | Dinner: ~6–11 pm | Yes (recommended) | Resort Elegant | Steakhouse-style semi-buffet | Lively grotto atmosphere; possible live music nights | ~4.6⭐ | Included |
| Mercado de la Merced | Mexican market-style buffet | B: 6:30 am–12 pm, L: 1–5 pm, D: 6–11 pm | No | Casual–Casual Elegant | Buffet: tacos, ceviches, sweets | Tequila bar at night; no live music | ~4.4⭐ | Included |
| Teatro del Río | Fine dining + live cultural show | 6:45–10 pm | Yes | Casual Elegant | 5–6 course tasting | Live cultural/music show | ~4.5⭐ | Included |
| Xin-Gao | Multi-format Japanese: teppanyaki, robata, omakase | 6–11 pm | Yes | Casual Elegant | Japanese à‑la‑carte | Chef-show; no dedicated bar | ~4.5⭐ | Included |
| La Trajinera | Coastal seafood with river views | B: 8–11 am, L: 12–6 pm, D: 7:30–11 pm | D: Yes | Lunch casual; Dinner Casual Elegant | Seafood à‑la‑carte | No bar; no live music | ~4.4⭐ | Included |
| Chibali | All-day international buffet & family-friendly fare | B: 7–11 am, L: 12–6 pm, D: 7–11 pm | No | Casual | International dishes, pizza, burgers | No bar; no live music | ~4.3⭐ | Included |
| Las Playas | Comfort food beachfront-style | L: 12–6 pm, D: 7–11 pm | No | Casual (L); Casual Elegant (D) | Comfort à‑la‑carte | No bar; no live music | ~4.2⭐ | Included |
| Bio |
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Description: Fully vegan in cave setting; light, plant-based breakfast/lunch Hours: B: 7–11 am, L: 12–5 pm Reservations? No Dress Code: Casual Menu Items: Vegan à‑la‑carte Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: No bar; social ambient vibe Google Rating: ~4.6⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Cantina Los Faroles |
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Description: Oaxacan mezcal bar with shared plates Hours: 6 pm–1 am Reservations? No Dress Code: Casual Elegant Menu Items: Mezcal, small plates Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Cocktail bar; live music nightly Google Rating: ~4.5⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Ha’ |
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Description: Contemporary Mexican; 9-course Michelin tasting by Gaytán Hours: 6–9:30 pm Reservations? Yes (prepaid) Dress Code: Formal Elegant Menu Items: 9-course tasting Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Bar with cocktails; no live music Google Rating: ~4.7⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Extra charge (~MXN3,900+) |
| Las Cuevas |
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Description: Dinner in cave-like grotto; semi-buffet Hours: Dinner: ~6–11 pm Reservations? Yes (recommended) Dress Code: Resort Elegant Menu Items: Steakhouse-style semi-buffet Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Grotto ambiance; some live music Google Rating: ~4.6⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Mercado de la Merced |
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Description: Mexican market-style buffet Hours: B: 6:30 am–12 pm, L: 1–5 pm, D: 6–11 pm Reservations? No Dress Code: Casual–Casual Elegant Menu Items: Buffet with tacos, ceviches, sweets Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Tequila bar at night; no music Google Rating: ~4.4⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Teatro del Río |
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Description: Fine dining + cultural show Hours: 6:45–10 pm Reservations? Yes Dress Code: Casual Elegant Menu Items: 5–6 course tasting Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Live cultural performance Google Rating: ~4.5⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Xin-Gao |
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Description: Japanese dining with teppanyaki, robata, omakase Hours: 6–11 pm Reservations? Yes Dress Code: Casual Elegant Menu Items: Japanese à‑la‑carte Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: Chef show; no dedicated bar Google Rating: ~4.5⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| La Trajinera |
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Description: Coastal seafood with river views Hours: B: 8–11 am, L: 12–6 pm, D: 7:30–11 pm Reservations? D: Yes Dress Code: Lunch casual; Dinner Casual Elegant Menu Items: À‑la‑carte seafood Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: No bar; no live music Google Rating: ~4.4⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Chibali |
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Description: All-day international buffet; family-friendly Hours: B: 7–11 am, L: 12–6 pm, D: 7–11 pm Reservations? No Dress Code: Casual Menu Items: Pizza, burgers, desserts Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: None Google Rating: ~4.3⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
| Las Playas |
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Description: Comfort food by the beach Hours: L: 12–6 pm, D: 7–11 pm Reservations? No Dress Code: Casual (L); Casual Elegant (D) Menu Items: Comfort à‑la‑carte Specialty Cocktails & Live Music: None Google Rating: ~4.2⭐ Included / Extra Charge: Included |
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