Quintana Roo, Mexico Food Guide: 10 Caribbean food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cancun

May 9, 2020 Elouise Mccaul

Find out what Caribbean restaurants to try in Cancun. Sunny Cancun has much more to offer than its party-town reputation might suggest. Plenty of gorgeous, drama-free family resorts cater to folks who want to experience the tropical Yucatan climate. There are significant Mayan ruins here, such as El Rey and the Yamil Lu’um, a crumbling tower of pale gray stone. Learn more about this ancient civilization at the Museo Maya de Cancun. For a literal taste of Mexico, take a tour of the Museo Sensorial del Tequila.
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10. Fred's House

Blvd Kukulcan km 14. 5 Zona Hotelera Hotel Zone, Cancun 77504 Mexico Caribbean, Seafood, International, Fusion Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Validated Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Fre [email protected] +52 998 840 6466 http://fredshouserestaurant.com/
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4 based on 2991 reviews

Fred's House

Its unrivalled location and slightly laid-back atmosphere, refreshing to the senses and inspired by the sea, turns Fred’s into the best spot to enjoy the coolness of the tropical paradise that surrounds this location. At Fred’s, the culinary experience is

Reviewed By tomass1112

Nice ambiance. Excellent greeting and service from the moment we walked in the door. We had lobster bisque and oysters Rockefeller, both were amazing. For entrees my wife had the scallop risotto and I had the coconut shrimp. Excellent. Have to comment on having even great restrooms which at some places can ruin the overall experience. Our Westin Lagunamar concierge recommended Fred’s when we asked about best seafood in Cancun. She definitely steered us the right way. Manager stopped by a couple times to check. Our waiter Xavier was super great.Hello tomass1112Thanks a lot for your time to share us your experience. We're happy to know that the attention and food was to your liking, for us it will be a pleasure to see you again.Warm regards.

9. Pelicanos

Blvd.Kukulan Km.11.5 Z.H., Cancun Mexico Seafood, Caribbean Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Waterfront, Beach https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pelicanos-Beach-Restaurant-with-Ocean-View/229203213780087?rf=118968444962487
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4 based on 400 reviews

Reastaraunt ,bar,caribbean,Fusion.Located at the Royal In Cancun

Reviewed By MHeathSyr

OK first of, I am a little biased. My wife and I have been going to the property now known as Zilara for over ten years and we really like it. Our favorite restaurant at this premium all-inclusive is Pelikanos. -- There, one can have a delicious dinner while sitting by the see and under the stars. The ambiance , the decor, the sounds of the ocean and the gentle breezes all go together to create the perfect atmosphere for a lovely evning. Add the friendly service and you have a restaurant so good that it's worth going to even if you are not staying at Zilara.

8. La Habichuela Downtown

Margaritas Street # 25 Downtown In the Heart of Downtown. Palapas Park Main Plaza, Cancun 77500 Mexico Mexican, Caribbean, Seafood, International Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, [email protected] +52 998 884 3158 http://www.lahabichuela.com
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4 based on 1541 reviews

La Habichuela Downtown

Located in the center of the city, La Habichuela, has become a legend of Cancun with more than 41 years of operation. Some say that if you don't know La Habichuela, you don't know Cancun. The unique and a genuine ambience of the Mayan culture, attentive s

Reviewed By Rajsonali

It was truly a great experience at this restaurant for our vacation in Cancun. Not very far from Hotel Zone and this restaurant served authentic Mexican Food. Mole sauce, sea food made with Amaranth, deserts uniquely prepared are few to mention here. One must visit this place. Prices are reasonable too! Great service by our waiter Ivan and his manager.Dear Customers:Thanks for making us a part of your holidays!! We are so delighted that you enjoyed your visit to our restaurant La Habichuela, it was a pleasure to serve you. We hope to be in your list of "places to visit in Cancun"We are looking forward to welcoming you back!Best regards,Armando Pezzotti

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7. Marinero's

Kukulcan Blvd. Km. 9 In Front of Cancun's Convention Centre, Cancun 77500 Mexico Caribbean, Bar, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music +52 998 883 0404 http://www.restaurantmarineros.com/
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4 based on 1237 reviews

Marinero's

Reviewed By Karen G

I was walking back to the Royalton Suites Cancun and saw this sign. So when I stopped, one of the servers approached me. I asked him about a few items I noticed. I am so happy I tried it. I ordered the Coconut Shrimp with mashed potatoes and this mango habinero sauce on the side.My server Victoria was amazing. She was very helpful. When my food arrived, the plating was beautiful. The shrimp was light, yet flaky and crunchy. The batter was sweet and the jumbo shrimp seasoned. The potatoes melted in your mouth. I will be back bc the food and service was amazing.Thank you so much for your kind words! we strive for quality in food and service. We´ll be happy to have you back!.

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Blvd Kukulcan km 19.5 Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77504 Mexico Mexican, Caribbean, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Parking Available, Television, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts [email protected] +52 998 885 3848 http://naviosseafood.com/es
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4 based on 1296 reviews

NAVIOS Fusion Mexican Food

Navíos is located in Cancun's Hotel Zone prestigiously located on a dock that outlooks our beautiful Caribbean sunset on the lagoon. In this extraordinary setting you'll be able to indulge in the wide variety of culinary Mexican Fusion Seafood Cuisine. Ou

Reviewed By lairdkelly

I usually do all the trip planning/place selecting so I was happy to have Suzy decide on dinner tonight to celebrate the conclusion of my "dental tourism." NAVIOS was the perfect pick. Built on piers the place is gorgeous. Seating is also spread throughout the piers so one isn't caught up in any other conversations. Mario, our server, was very attentive, and was supported by fine people whose name we didn't catch.The menu has many nice fusion selections that we haven't seen on other menus here in Canćun. And the price was what we would pay for any ordinary dinner out back home in NYC. I'd give it six stars, if they'd let me. Tip: Go early enough to watch the sunset, then enjoy your meal into the evening.Good day Lairdkelly! Thank you for choosing us & also thank you for six stars! Our entire team does its best to provide the most memorable experience for you all. We would love to have you and Suzy again, visit soon.

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5. Agua Santa Restaurante- Bar

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 13.5, Cancun 77500 Mexico Italian, Pizza, Seafood, International, Fusion, Mexican, Caribbean Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available +52 998 253 6653 https://www.facebook.com/AguaSantaCancun/
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4 based on 176 reviews

Agua Santa Restaurante- Bar

Reviewed By Angmang21

Was recommended this restaurant from our hotel “consigliere” and was pleasantly surprised. Food was excellent, service was fairly attentive and quick. Ambience is definitely lacking though. My biggest complaint is, after coming to Cancun for 10 years, and dining out often, I’ve never had a restaurant “not “take American Express. Unfortunately, that was all I ever take out wit me, so you can imagine my embarrassment when I had to take a taxi to my hotel to grab another card. It does not state that anywhere, that AMEX is not taken. NOT COOL!!!!

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4. baby lobster

Blvd. Kukulcan Km 12.5, Zona Hotelera, 77500, Cancun Mexico Mexican, Caribbean, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service +52 998 147 3430 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Baby-Lobster-Cancun/253199214692586
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4 based on 392 reviews

baby lobster

Isla Shopping Center

Reviewed By BobW618

Shopping at La Isla Mall in Cancun. Asked the person helping us at the time about a good place for lunch. He promptly walked us out the door and around the corner where he introduced us to Andrew, owner of Baby Lobster. We were seated and orders taken. We both ordered a Margarita. Each was flavorful, potent, and large. They were accompanied by our order of guacamole, chips, and a complimentary brown sauce. Andrew suggested using the brown sauce cautiously. He was right. It was smoked habanero and, in small amounts, delicious. We ordered fried fish tacos and Tacos A la Diablo (shrimp). My wife wanted hers on corn tortillas but they came on flour. She said they would be okay but Andrew wouldn’t hear of it. He whisked them away and, in less than a minute, returned with corn tortillas. Once again, knock your socks off delicious. in my opinion, finding the Baby Lobster was like finding a diamond in a coal mine. Try Baby Lobster. It is fun and the food is great.

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3. Buzos Cancun

Av. Rodrigo Gomez Mz 01, Lt 1, Smz 13, Cancun 77504 Mexico Mexican, Caribbean, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks, Breakfast Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Reservations, Highchairs Available [email protected] +52 744 218 4537 http://www.restaurantbarbuzos.com
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4 based on 71 reviews

Buzos Cancun

Reviewed By hernan1952LosCabosMX

Went for lunch looking for a relax afternoon, this time sea food, I like the place open air, a big Palapa, no big trills but nice.I was conducted to the table by hostess and then order food to waitress Ana, to start with a test of crab was delicious and spicy two portions, main course was a Veracruz style fish with was well prepared seven with rice, desert was a coconut ice cream served in coconut shell i did order a shot of Kalhua to mix it and was very enjoyable.I noticed that at time waiters disappear so I think this needs to improve, I think this is a big restaurant and needs waiters to the ownership of tables.Hi Hernan, thank you for visit us, we're very glad and of course we're going to work about your opinon, we'll waiting for you, to give you a better experience on your next visit.Thankyou very much and see you soon

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2. Chuchito Perez Cancun

Boulevard Kukulkan, Cancun 77500 Mexico Mexican, Brew Pub, Caribbean, Latin, Contemporary Lunch, Drinks, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wate [email protected] +52 998 883 0855 http://www.chuchitoperez.com.mx
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4 based on 1362 reviews

Chuchito Perez Cancun

In Chuchito Perez you will experience our Mexican inspired cuisine with a trendy unique style and taste in each of our dishes pared with the spectacular view of the lagoon and party center of Cancun makes it the perfect place to visit with your friends, f

Reviewed By honorico

They have changed their food menu, there is almost no seafood.The escalator in the front was not working.There was no beer left.There was no food items left.The restaurant looks bankrupt. The inside is big but mostly empty. The owner has not turned up for 3 days people said... sad ..

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1. Flamingos Seafood Kitchen

Carretera Punta Sam. km. 3.5, Cancun 77520 Mexico Mexican, Caribbean, Latin, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Park [email protected] +52 998 843 0505 http://flamingosrestaurante.com/
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4 based on 998 reviews

Flamingos Seafood Kitchen

Flamingos, one of the most iconic seafood restaurants in Cancun with 41 years of history. In Flamingos Restaurant we have capacity for 250 diners, a spectacular sea view and a large garden area where diners will be invited to grill and roast meats during

Reviewed By Mo_money72

I've never experienced help from general managers in a food place . But, Edwin, the general manager and Captain Paulina, welcomed us since it was our 1st visit!! Cindy was very helpful, she took her time to explain the large variety of foods and dessert. Food was so great!!! I recommend Flamingos restaurant to everybody!!

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