Restaurants in Puerto Aventuras

Accentos French Bakery & Deli
BAKERY/DELI/GOURMET GROCERY     8:00-10:00 daily
Behind the OXXO
Small Bistro/Bakery that carries fresh baked goods, coffee/espresso, cheeses, deli meats, Pizza as well as other assorted sundries. Beer and wine. Free WIFI.
Aventura Gelato
HOMEMADE GELATO     Cash only South side of marina
Amazingly good homemade Italian Gelato along with Espresso drinks and tasty sweets. Bring the kids here, you will score serious parent points!
Bamboo Cafe
COFFEE/PASTRIES/SMOOTHIES     Cash only Daily 7-7
52 (984) 873-5167 South Marina across from Villas del Mar Condominiums
Serving excellent coffee, Breakfast pastries, smoothies, fresh juices and light sandwiches. Free WIFI in a relaxed setting overlooking the marina.
Blackbeard's
SPORTS BAR   Sports bar behind Joel's.
Cold draft beers, big screen TV's, pool table and games, all in an air conditioned environment.
Café Ole
MEXICAN/AMERICAN     Daily 8-10
52 (984) 873-5125 Across from Omni Hotel entrance.
Extensive menu that has something for everyone. Traditional Mexican cuisine intermingled with American dishes. Homemade desserts and special orders as well. Texas BBQ night is quite popular and there is often live music and dancing.
Divot
American/ Mediterranean/Mexican     Daily 11 AM-11 PM
984 802 8939 Golf and Tennis Racquet Club
Under new ownership and getting great reviews. Secluded away from the main center, nice spot to enjoy a quiet meal. Breakfast/lunch/dinner served. You hook it, they cook it option. Thursday is fresh seafood day, Friday night Cuban band, 2 PM Saturdays Paella. Full Bar.
Dos Chiles
MEXICAN     Daily 8-11:30
52 (984) 873-5783 Located on the south side of the marina.
Extensive, authentic Mexican cuisine and cold beers, try the seafood soup. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Good people watching as well.
Hippo Marina Lounge
CONTINENTAL     Daily 7AM-11PM, Happy Hour 7 AM – 9 AM
52 (984) 131-1992 On the Marina, East side.
Casual indoor/outdoor dining, Big screen TVs with sports selection, 6 seat classy bar, cold draft beer, air conditioned. Sandwiches, soups, salads, entrees. Try the eggs Benedict, you will be pleasantly surprised.
Jessie Gelato
HOMEMADE GELATO     Tuesday to Sunday 12.00 pm to 10.00 pm
984 802 9186 South side of the marina.
The Traditional Italian Ice Cream, the famous Gelato. Homemade Gelato, they guarantee the quality of their gelato and sorbets buy using original Italian ingredients and fresh fruits for our sorbets. Besides the cold treats, they also serve the famous French crêpes and the original Nespresso Coffee.
Joel's Restaurant and Bar
MEXICAN/AMERICAN     Daily 7-11
52 (984) 873-5130 South side of the marina.
This spot is popular with locals and visitors alike. Plenty of shade and a great view of the dolphin swim make this a great spot for breakfast or lunch. The pub also serves dinner and is always good and consistent. Cold beers, full bar. There is now a well furnished indoor bar with A/C and flat panel TV's. Occasional live music. Kids menu.
La Dolce Vida
ITALIAN     Hours: Daily 11-11
On the Marina, south side, between Dos Chiles and Joel's
Traditional, Casual Italian with many dishes on the menu including Pizza and breakfast Items. Many locals and guests alike have given great reviews.
La Caleta
Argentinian/Chilean     Daily Lunch/Dinner, Closed Mondays
984 688 5827 Behind the marina next to the boat ramp on the way to Dreams Hotel
Traditional Argentinian Parrilla (Grill) serving fresh fish, quality meats, empanadas, salads and small plates. A little out of the way, but worth it. Live music occasionally. Full bar. 2 for 1 margs and other tropical drinks daily.
Latitude 20
CONTINENTAL     Cash only Daily 11-11
Next to the drawbridge on the way to the Dreams Hotel
Large open air palapa that opens on to the Marina. Ceviche, tacos, whole BBQ chicken, ribs, steak. Full bar, happy hour 5-7 PM. Free WIFI. Cute spot off the beaten path. Live Music often, benefits and special theme nights.
Makito Fusion Restaurant
ASIAN/VIETNAMESE     Daily 1:30 - 10
Marina next to Massimo
Offerings include sushi, spring rolls, Vietnamese egg rolls, Japanese dumplings, pad Thai, curries, salads and more! Try the Calamari salad, amazing. Full bar, beer, wine. Dine in or order online for pickup.
Massimo
ITALIAN     M-Sat. 6-11 (Dinner only)
52 (984) 873-5418 West side of the marina.
Small, owner operated. Extensive menu of handmade pastas with various classic Italian preparations. Steaks, seafood, full bar. Kids menu.
Mezcalex
MEXICAN     Daily 11-10
Marina, west side, next to Hippos.
Standard selection of Mexican street food. Tacos, tostadas, burritos, grilled meats and more. Full bar and bar seating. Large assortment of Mezcal.
Nauti Burro
Mexican/American     Daily 8 AM-11 PM
984 873 5330 Marina, north end, near Dolphin Discovery
Nauti Burro is a restaurant and lounge in Puerto Aventuras Mexico that features fresh fast-casual style burritos/tacos, bowls and salad, smoothies, craft cocktails & beer, and more. Live music, corn-hole, games and a great lounge - so comfy you won't want to leave!
Navajo Y Vainilla
International/Healthy     Tuesday – Saturday, 7 AM – 5 PM, Sunday 8 AM – 5 PM, Closed Mondays.
984 873 5363 Next to the bandstand/Gazebo and the Post office.
Navajo y Vainilla author’s homemade food restaurant located in Puerto Aventuras, is a meeting point between families and friends of the community where our green concept and super foods specials make an experience. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, this spot has quickly become a local favorite. Dine in or takeout.
Italian Bakery and Deli
Baked Goods/Cold Cuts/Cheeses     Daily, breakfast/lunch/dinner
Behind OXXO next to Paparazzi
Simple store with fresh baked pastries, breads, deserts. Italian specialty items. Eat in or take out.
Omni Hotel Lobby Bar
BAR     Daily 3-11. Opens when the beach bar closes.
52 (984) 875-1950 Omni Hotel
Nice spot with a touch of class in the lofty style lobby. Great spot to meet before dinner for a Martini and a snack. Large flat screen TV usually has a sporting event on.
O Solo Mio
Italian     Daily 12:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Closed Mondays.
984 802 8930 Marina, south side, next to Aquanauts dive shop.
Cute outdoor spot overlooking the Dolphins. Serving lunch and dinner daily. Traditional Italian fare, Apps, salads, soups, pasta, meat, seafood and pizza. Good family spot as there is something for everyone. Full bar and wine. Owner usually there. Dine in or takeout.
Paparazzi
BREAKFAST, LUNCH, PIZZA, BAKED GOODS   Daily 7-11
52 (984) 873-5651 Street side on the way to the Omni Hotel
Breakfast of egg dishes, pancakes, juices and coffee. Lunch is a daily special for 60 pesos. Dinner is multiple choices of pizza (12 and 18 inches) with beer and wine available. 2 for 1 pizza specials daily. Fresh bread and baked goods as well.
Pina Colada
INTERNATIONAL     Daily 10-5
52 (984) 875-1950 Omni hotel, beachside.
Silly name, great place. Between the ocean on one side and the pool/giant Jacuzzi on the other, spending the whole day here is easy to do. The beers are cold, the drinks are strong and the food is good, albeit a bit pricey. We think it has the best cheeseburger and fries combo in PA. Plenty of seafood and other continental choices as well. You can buy a day pass at the hotel for $25.00 US, which entitles you to use of the facilities and $20 goes toward F&B.
Palapi
MEXICAN/AMERICAN     Daily 8-3:30
North side of Marina next to Dolphin Discovery
Hang out at the bar or grab a table in the sand under the large palapa. A good break for a cold drink and a light snack, sandwich or ice cream and you are right behind the water pens holding the sea lions, manatees and stingrays.
Paparazzi
PIZZA   Daily 11-11
52 (984) 873-5651 Street side on the way to the Omni Hotel
Multiple choices of wood oven pizza (12 and 18 inches), that is really good, with beer and wine available. 2 for 1 pizza specials daily. Fresh bread and baked goods as well.
Pelican Point
CONTINENTAL     Daily 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM, closed Mondays
984-802-9341 Next to the Aventuras Club on the way to Dreams Hotel
Extensive menu of grilled meats, seafood and chicken. Full bar and desert list. Gets good reviews from many locals, however it an be hit or miss at times. It does have an airconditioned dining area with a bar, we need it here occasionally! Full bar and wine. Dine in or takeout.
Pizzaventuras
PIZZA     Cash only Tues-Sun 12-8
52 (984) 802-8888 In the Chedraui shopping center in Puerto Aventuras
Slices and whole pies to eat there or to go. Thin crust, has improved over the past year. Chicken wings, pasta, wine and beer available as well. Delivery available.
Starbucks
COFFEE/BAKED GOODS     Daily 8-6 Inside the Dolphin Discovery Building
The brand is pretty self-explanatory.
Xenote
MEXICAN/INTERNATIONAL/YUCATAN     Daily 7-11
52 (984) 875-1950 At the Omni hotel with a great ocean view.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Traditional Mexican and Yucatan dishes intermingled with international fare, steaks and seafood. Can be hit or miss and is not cheap. Too bad, because it is a great location.
081
Italian/Mexican     Daily 8 AM PM to 10:00 PM
984 802 8452 / 984 806 5523 South Marina across from Villas del Mar Condominiums
Another outdoor spot overlooking the Dolphins. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Traditional Italian fare, Apps, salads, burgers, tortas and pizza. Dine in or takeout.


Restaurants in Poblado (across the highway from Puerto Aventuras)

If you are the adventurous type, try some really local fare in the village where the workers for Puerto Aventuras live. The eats are cheap and really good.
 

El Arbolito
MEXICAN     Cash only Just south of Tu Parador on the highway.
Great spot for Tacos Guisado (stewed). A large variety to choose from, served on hand made corn tortillas. Killer salsas too. Cheap and good. Juices, licuados and sodas available. When the food runs out they close, usually around 3 PM.
La Carnieria Michoacana
MEAT MARKET/CARNITAS     Cash only Daily 8-6 52 (984) 206 6126
Fresh meat market with a light supply of vegetables for making salsas and salads. The real gem here are the Carnitas (basically pork confit) sold by the Kilo. They are fantastic, addictive and come with spicy salsa and pickled red onions. Don't forget some Chicharrones!
Pollo al Carbon
CHICKEN     Cash only M-Sat 10-? On the left 200 yards past the entrance to the Poblado.
In the mood for a whole grilled chicken, this is the place to get it quick. Comes with beans, rice, salsa and corn tortillas and much better than the supermarket version. 6 bucks and easily enough for two people.

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