Tulum Best Restaurant Guide
There are endless restaurants, cafes and dining options in Tulum. After living here a few months, here is my list of top local eats and fine dining restaurants you have to try when visiting! If you want to learn more about the different neighborhoods be sure to read my Travel Guide to learn more about what to expect when visiting and my Tulum Insider Blog for those slow traveling in an extended stay in Tulum.
Tulum Beach
Hartwood - Might be the absolute best dinner in Tulum.
Wild - Woman owned jungle restaurant featuring international cuisine with a Mexican twist, AND supporting local children with every drink purchased.
Gitano - The original here in Tulum is such a vibe. They have other locations in Miami and NYC.
Arca - Truly a gastronomy experience. You will ignite taste buds you didn’t even know you had.
Tulum Classics
Matcha Mama - With a location in Tulum Town and Tulum Beach, there's no excuse not to go.
Raw Love - Their Quinoa Salad is incredible and bursting with healthy ingredients.
PotHeads - Everything is yummy.
Burrito Amor - Cheap delicious burritos with a great atmosphere.
Palma Central - Food trucks with a packed Salsa Nights on Tuesdays.
Tulum Town
El Rincón Chiapaneco - Local taqueria with tons of options from tacos to burritos to platos fuertes.
El Tacoqueto - Another local taqueria you must try.
La Gloria de Don Pepe - Authentic Spanish tapas and incredible paella options that take 30-45 mins to prepare perfectly homemade.
85xciento - PIZZA
Sabor Del Mar - The best seafood hands down.
La Hoja Verde - Yummy vegetarian and vegan options.
Layla - The best Mediterranean food. Honestly their humus, artichoke salad and pita bread are to die for.
Cafe Don Tomas - My favorite diner style brunch spot. Very casual. Reminds me of NJ.
La Veleta
Taco Bish - The cauliflower tacos are insane.
La Pizzine - Run here for their prosciutto wrapped melon.
Canova - Best authentic Italian in Tulum.
Raum - Art gallery AND ramen. Killer vibes and food.
Tulum Coffee
La Pebeta - Their coffee is legit.
Lophophora - Adorable breakfast spot with good coffee and pastries.
Chale - Cold brew supply for restaurants, but contact them for your own personal supply.
Long Time Coffee - Must try for coffee in Tulum.
La Hydra by Gigi - Cute spot with all the details.
I still have a number of places on my list that I have yet to try…
Tulum Gastronomy Bucket List
La Negra Tomasa - It's always full, with live music and amazing people. Have yet to try.
Mestixa - Sister restaurant of Arca that I can’t wait to taste.
Negro Huitlacoxe - Heard its a cool brunch spot.
Los Morros - Apparently the best seafood according to locals.
Kogure - Still looking for good Japanese, maybe this will be it!
Did I miss any? Let me know on IG ✧ @alyssaya
Be sure to read my Tulum Guide to learn more about the different neighborhoods of Tulum and what to expect when visiting and my Tulum Insider Blog for those slow traveling with an extended stay in Tulum. Feel free to get in touch on IG ✧ @alyssaya if you need other suggestions or help deciding!
Thanks for reading. And as always . . . Be thoughtful. Stay kind.
♡ Alyssa
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