AKUMAL DINING, HAPPY HOUR, AND MORE

Tried and Recommended:

La Lunita
La Lunita is a beach front restaurant located on Half Moon Bay, just short distance north of Playa Blanca, in Hacienda De La Tortuga. Dine indoors or on the beach. They serve dinner only summer and fall. They specialize in contemporary Mexican Cuisine, Seafood, and Maya Specialties. My personal favorite is their beef steak, which is to die for.

Phone (984) 875-9070
Monday thru Saturday 5:00-10:30 pm (Closed Sunday)
Credit Cards accepted.


La Buena Vida
La Buena Vida is located on the beach of Half Moon Bay, just a few buildings south of Playa Blanca. This is a great place to spend the evening. La Buena Vida is best known for its cool atmosphere including a sand bar floor and swinging bar seats. La Buena Vida offers the Akumal version of "night life" in a casual, tropical atmosphere. La Buena Vida serves Lunch and Dinner Daily, upstairs in the palapa roofed dining room and on the beach or at the bar.

Open 11:00 AM Daily.
Happy Hour 5:00-7:00 Daily
Credit Cards accepted


Oscar y Lalo
One of the areas best kept secrets for beach front dining is Oscar y Lalo's. Oscar y Lalo's specialize in fine seafood and cold beers in a casual beach setting.. The restaurant is nestled amid giant palms in the private northern bay of Las Bahias De Puntq Soliman. Soliman Bay is located about 12 km north of tulum and a short drive down a sandy beach road. Keep to the left, at the only intersection. This is a personal favorite for great seafood. In case it should matter, Solimon Bay is considered "clothing optional" so you potentially might see topless sunbathers if you get off the beaten path.


Other Local Restaurants:
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Lol-Ha
Lol-Ha is Akumal's most well known restaurant and a community gathering place for afternoon Happy Hour. Lol-Ha is located on the sandy beaches of Akumal Bay. You can choose to dine in a beautiful palapa covered dining room offering fresh seafood, traditional Mexican specialties, and USDA Steaks or enjoy a freshly baked pizza at the Pizzeria. Lunch is served right on the beach at the Lol-Ha snack bar. Lunch items include American as well local classics. The Lol-Ha Pizzeria offers freshly baked pizzas. Lol-Ha also a variety of nighttime entertainment including a local Jazz and Blues band and the Lol-Ha Dance Group performing folkloric and regional dances every Thursday night.

Reservations recommended during high season.
Open 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Daily.
Happy Hour 5:30 - 6:30 PM.
They now accept credit cards.


Cueva del Pescador
Cueva del Pescador offers fresh seafood and Mexican Specialties. All fish is caught fresh by Carlos and crew each day. This is a great place to enjoy a cold beer and fresh grilled fish after a day of diving. Cueva del Pescador open for Lunch and Dinner. It is closed Sundays in low season. The restaurant is Located next to Turtle Bay Café. You will enjoy digging your toes in the sandy floor.


Turtle Bay Café
Turtle Bay Cafe offers fresh baked goods, breakfast, lunch, great smoothies and exceptional dinners. It is reported to be the best place for breakfast and coffee in town. This is cute and charming little place to get fresh salads, sandwiches, and good American style breakfasts. The dinner specials are always great. Open for dinner Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Nights. Don't Miss It!

Credit cards accepted.
Open 7:00 to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday,
Sunday and Mondays until Noon, and
Friday and Saturday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM.


Lucy's Kitchen
Hand made gourmet flavor ice cream. Lucy's Kitchen is located next to the "cancha" (basket ball courts).

Open 12:00 - 5:30 PM, Monday through Saturday.


Luncheria Akumalito
Luncheria Akumalito located next to the Super Chomak grocery store in the center of Akumal. The Akumalito offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner everyday. A local favorite for regional specialties like Huevos Mexicanos and Pollo a la Mexicano, the Akumalito offers simple, delicious meals at a very reasonable price. Also great are the "Aguas Frescas", fresh fruit juices that are cold and refreshing.

Open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM most days.
No Credit Cards Accepted


Imelda's Eco-Cocina
A great little place next to the CEA and the Original Akumal Dive Shop. The eco-cocina offers authentic dishes with a little Belizean touch. Sign-up here for the authentic Mayan meal served Monday and Fridays.

Open 7:30 to 3:00.
Dinners served Mondays and Fridays at 6:30 PM.
They are closed on Sundays.
No Credit Cards Accepted.


Que Onda, Ristorante Italiano
Que Onda offers Italian Specialties, including home made pasta and fresh seafood. This comfortable and relaxed setting is also perfect for enjoying a cappuccino or glass of fine wine. A few steps from Yal-Ku Lagoon, Que Onda offers exceptional meals and accommodations in a friendly setting.

Open 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. & Closed Tuesdays.
Credit Cards Accepted.


El Perico (The true roadside taco stand)
El Perico offers tacos, tortas, and other "fast foods". It is a good place for a quick taco and cold coke. El Perico is open most mornings and evenings. Usually closes in the afternoon after lunch. They are located at the highway entrance to Akumal proper.

No credit cards accepted.


Dona Moni
Dona Moni has been feeding the Akumal locals for almost 20 years now. Local favorites and a cold "refresco" at a good rate. Not for the faint of heart, but an authentic meal. Open for breakfast and lunch. Dona Moni's is located across Highway 307 in Akumal Pueblo, up the road and to your left. Look for the crowd.