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Alux

Av. Juarez 217 | Entre las calles 65 y 70 Sur, Col. Bellavista, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
984 147 1563
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Ranked #105 of 575 restaurants in Playa del Carmen
Price range: $25 - $50
Cuisines: International
Good for: Romance, Bar scene, Large groups, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Romance, Bar scene, Large groups, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Milan, Italy
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Out of any doubt the Alux is a very charming restaurant in an exclusive location, built within a system of natural caverns (cenote), with private corners for romantic dinners and sofas to have a drink with friends. But here the charm ends. The air in the restaurant is heavy (despite of the numerous fans positioned), the cuisine would like to... More

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Harrogate, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

My husband, 14 year old son and I visited this restaurant under advice from the guest service person at our hotel. The location is quite cool and we initially were impressed. Unfortunately we were seated next to what could only be described as a furniture storage area. The restaurant being in a cave didn't have aircon so we grew warm... More

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Hemet
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29 reviews 29 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

What a romantic place to propose, get married, have a huge office party, retirement celebration or just a fabulous meal. I'm not going to ruin the surprise....all I can say is it is definitely a rare find and certainly worth a visit. This is the type of dinner house that you should have on your "bucket list" to visit. Each... More

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White Plains, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I have to say...I had never heard of this place prior to going...but the guys in our group had looked up this restaurant prior and decided to go for it......and it payed off big time!!!!! From the moment we walked in...we were all stunned on how beautiful the restaurant sits in a cave (literally). Absolutely stunning. The staff seated us... More

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Toronto, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

On our recent trip to Playa I talked our group into checking out the Alux. Initially we were only going to have a drink at the bar and do a tour but after checking out the menu prices we decided to stay for dinner. Walking down the steps into the cave really is an experience. We were all amazed at... More

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Greenville, Michigan
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

we have eaten at alux in playa del carmen twice and have enjoyed the different atmosphere and good food. the prices are reasonable and the food is very good. take a small flashlight with you to help read the menu. don't forget to explore the caverns after dinner.

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Monroe, Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Our credit card was charged 3 times the same night but we only used it one time there but when we got home we found that they had charged it for 3 different amounts. and would not take off the charges. Use cash if you go there.....

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Alux_restaurant, Director de Relaciones con Clientes at Alux, responded to this review
May 7, 2013

Sir. I wish to use the right words to answer this opinion. I allready check personally the final check of the restaurant, I most tell you that there isn't a triple carge on your card, actually we checked it with you in front of the computer when you went to our place. If you have an extra charge, i will... More

New hampshire
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

This restaurant is out of the downtown area but so worth the cab ride (or walk) to it. Its only 4 blocks west of the highway on Juarez Ave. It is inside an old cenote and the ambiance is special. Food and service excellent. We bring friends every year and everyone loves it. What a gem of a place

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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31 reviews 31 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013 via mobile

Within a cenote it is this restaurant. You sightsee the whole place when they take you to your table, and you can enjoy a different spot to dine. The time we went there, it was the rehearsal dinner for my best friend's wedding and she booked everything from abroad. The service was great, the food excellent, the environment super amazing... More

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Conway, New Hampshire
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013 via mobile

This has been our go to restaurant when we bring friends to playa del Carmen! All have left with thank yous abound

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