Top 10 All-Inclusive Resort Restaurants in Cancun & Riviera Maya: Expert Employee Picks
Cancun and Riviera Maya are renowned for their luxurious resorts and exceptional dining scenes. For food-focused travelers, gourmet all-inclusive resorts offer the perfect blend of indulgence and convenience. With countless options, how do you choose? Our experienced team provides insider insights from frequent visits.
Mike, our Market Development Manager who travels to the region multiple times annually, shares his top 10 all-inclusive resort restaurants. These standout spots guarantee memorable culinary experiences backed by his firsthand expertise.
Mike's Top 10 All-Inclusive Resort Restaurants in Cancun/Riviera Maya:
Le Chique
Resort: Azul Beach Resort Sensatori Mexico, by Karisma
Karisma Resorts excel in gourmet inclusive dining, and Le Chique elevates it to an art form. This avant-garde modernist tasting menu showcases regional ingredients in innovative shapes, sizes, and textures. Guided by knowledgeable staff, my wife and I savored a multisensory feast. Note: A surcharge applies, but the AAA Five Diamond Award and uniqueness make it ideal for special occasions.
Duke’s Lobster & Seafood
Resort: Finest Playa Mujeres
Dedicated entirely to lobster, this all-inclusive gem offers salads, appetizers, soups, and diverse mains with stunning ocean views. It was a family favorite—my seven-year-old devoured a whole grilled lobster!
SCORE Sports Bar
Resort: Royalton Riviera Cancun
A casual standout amid upscale options, SCORE delivers classic bar fare like chicken wings, burgers, and exceptional French fry poutine. Perfect for game-watching with the Sports Event Guarantee™, ensuring no major events are missed.
Dragons Oriental Dining
Resort: Secrets The Vine Cancun
The premier Asian-fusion at an all-inclusive, blending Far East flavors with Mexican twists. Must-tries: spring rolls and the unforgettable duck entrée sauce.
La Marina
Resort: Hotel Marina El Cid
Steps from rooms, enjoy romantic marina views and ultra-fresh seafood. Standout: oversized calamari rings with perfect texture and spicy dipping sauce.
Maria Marie
Resort: Hyatt Zilara Cancun
Ideal for couples, this Mexican-fusion spot features candlelit ambiance and murals. The mole poblano chicken enchiladas—sweet, savory, subtle, spicy—are unbeatable.
Mezéš
Resort: Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort
Mediterranean-inspired patio dining offers comforting escape. Highlights: scallops with foie gras and squid stuffed with black risotto.
Mole
Resort: Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla
Authentic Mexican cuisine honoring UNESCO heritage, shared with its sister resort. Modern twists on traditions, including adventurous options like grasshoppers.
Casa Rolandi
Resort: Zoetry Villa Rolandi Isla Mujeres
Part of Endless Privileges®, this Swiss-Northern Italian gem serves tuna carpaccio and wild mushroom ravioli in truffle sauce—some of the best Italian anywhere.
Las Ventanas
Resort: Royal Hideaway Playacar
Signature spot with AAA Four Diamond Award. Elegant à la carte with perfectly cooked beef tenderloin in sweet glaze.
