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Yaxche Mayan Cuisine


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4.0 of 5 stars 59 ratings
59 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
25
4.0 of 5 stars
11
3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#23 of 218 restaurants in Playa del Carmen
  • Address: Calle 8 norte, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Phone:  (984) 873 2502

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4 of 5 stars
Carmen1318   18 contributions
Texas
Dec 2, 2009 New

Went here for dinner over Thanksgiving as our concierge recommended this place as having the best Mayan food in Playa del Carmen, especially for the local favorite, cochinita pibil. We ordered: cochinita pibil, arrachera (beef steak), a fish dish wrapped in leaves, a sampler dish, 2 orders of cochinta pibil salbutes, massewal soup (chicken soup) The cochinita pibil and the... more

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5 of 5 stars
krowenj   39 contributions
krowenj
Nov 27, 2009

We had such a great time at this restaurant. The food is not overbearing and although had a Mexican flair Mayan food is different and in a way almost more refreshing. We went with some friends me met on vacation and had a lot of fun having the Maragaritas with chile powder around the edge instead of salt. The food... more

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5 of 5 stars
bobgreg05   9 contributions
Florida
Nov 19, 2009

This is one of the dining experiences that I will remember for a long time. Every thing was perfect...the table in the garden with the water running down the rocks...the service....the conchinita pibil...the beer. The owner was in the dining room, visiting his guests (he treats them like guests, too) throughout the evening. He and I had a long discussion... more

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4 of 5 stars
crilin1979   8 contributions
Bakersfield, California
Nov 11, 2009

We found this place on our way out of Playa del Carmen. Walked from the ferry pier to it and it was a good place to eat. It was definitely a pricey, but the atmosphere was very inviting. It is located a couple blocks off the beach, so you have a nice view down the street of the white sandy... more

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5 of 5 stars
CJD09   5 contributions
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Nov 2, 2009

We traveled to Mexico for the first time October 25-31, and we looked up "Best restaurants in Playa del Carmen" before we came and we found Yaxche on that list. The service was really good. Our server spoke English really well, and described each dish in a way that made you want to order it. The food was awesome -... more

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5 of 5 stars
cubuff1453   48 contributions
San Diego, California
Oct 27, 2009

Took my girlfriend here for her birthday on a recommendation from our hotel front desk. Good choice! Really enjoyed everything about the place. Located a half block off 5th in the busier part of Playa. The service and staff were great, the atmosphere was very nice, and the food was interesting and tasty. Enjoyed getting away from the "normal" mexican... more

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2 of 5 stars
mokota   3 contributions
mokota
Oct 19, 2009

After reading many many positive reviews about this restaurant and getting recommendations from the hotel staff, I went to this restaurant that was supposed to be really great. Unfortunately my husband and I were very disappointed. The wait staff was great. The outdoor seating was beautiful. The description of the menu items was enticing but when we finally got to... more

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5 of 5 stars
2W3   20 contributions
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Oct 17, 2009

This is a great gem in Playa. Centrally located in the middle of the tourist area, the atmosphere is casual, but cosmopolitan. The service is stellar and the food is outstanding. The menu can be hard to understand since odds are you are not proficient in Mayan recipes, but the staff is knowledgeable and their recommendations are well thought out.... more

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5 of 5 stars
tjjsbaby   1 contribution
Marengo, IL
Oct 13, 2009

My husband and I have been to Yaxche 4-5 times. We go every time we are in Mexico and we love it!! We brought our friends and family on this trip and everyone loved it. the food is great, the service is great and the atmosphere is fantastic. I have never had a meal that I didn't like. We always... more

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4 of 5 stars
SBJBlue   7 contributions
md
Oct 8, 2009

We at here on our last trip to Playa Del Carmen. I had heard mixed reviews but thought we would give it a try. We were enthusiastically welcomed into the restaurant and were seated in the courtyard behind the main section of the restaurant. It was very warm out, so they had fans blowing in the courtyard which were welcomed.... more

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Yaxche Mayan Cuisine Address

Calle 8 norte, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Tel: (984) 873 2502
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.