We went back twice as we enjoyed the atmosphere and food so much. Fun to sit and observe the people walking the cobbled streets. Had good margaritas and enjoyed our meals. more

Horchata was delicious, price was much improved over nearby restaurants, but the chicken tortilla soup was not quite as good as other soups I had on this vacation. Staff was friendly and they do have a nice appetizer dish where you can get all kinds of stuff to dip your chips into. Good solid standby restaurant. more

This was the best food we had in PDC. Can't say enough good. It's just off the main drag which is very nice if you tire of the 5th Ave. scene like we did. more

Small place, but great food and service. We did dinner there in mid-November. more

Came here over Thanksgiving week 2009 (5 adults total) and had the fajita sampler for 4 people (its called something different on the menu, forgot what it was). The fajita sampler consisted of grilled shrimp, grilled pork chop, beef, chicken, spanish rice, sour cream with onions, green beans with onions, and guacomole. Everything was pretty good except the shrimp, which... more

If you are in Playa and you want a great authentic Mexican meal go to Carboncito's. This a great relaxed outdoor setting mexican restaurant, the food is so fresh we swore we had enver tasted anything like it. Get the 5 salsa to start with and an order of the fresh guacamole. Everything we ate we kept saying this is... more

Visited Carboncitos for a late lunch. LOVED the salsa dips they brought over to start (small charge appeared on the bill, wasn't an official starter) and then we got a mixed main course with various different meats, sauces etc with tacos. Amazing. Loved this food. Would have had so much more but was so full after the entree. Would highly... more

This cozy, modern dining room on 4th features some fantastic Mexican eats. We ducked in to get out of the rain and were pleasantly surprised by the offering. Cebollitas de cambray, pumpkinseed salsa, tacos al pastor, all super tasty. Highly recommend to anyone visiting PDC more

After three days of all-inclusive resort food, Mrs. Hadada and I needed to eat something of quality. After taking a taxi into town, we began the search for Carboncitos. Located off one of the main tourist streets in Playa del Carmen, We wanted something simple, easy and good. Carboncitos delivered on all points. We started with the salsa sampler, something... more