Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — The municipal government of Estefanía Mercado recognized Playa del Carmen’s finest dining establishments with the "Playenses Choice" awards, honoring excellence across 20 culinary categories. The ceremony highlighted the city’s multicultural gastronomy, with winners selected through a public vote by locals and tourists.
Celebrating Culinary Diversity and Service Excellence
Tourism Secretary Estefanía Hernández, representing Mayor Mercado, emphasized the role of restaurants in showcasing Playa del Carmen’s cultural richness. "The awarded establishments stand out not only for their cuisine but also for their exceptional service, marked by the warmth and professionalism of our people," Hernández stated during the event, held at the award-winning restaurant Casa Sofía.
Accompanied by Octavio Lepe Gutiérrez, president of the Playa del Carmen chapter of the National Chamber of the Restaurant Industry (Canirac); councilmember Xelha Dehesa; and Mariana Pérez, Director of Tourism Operations and Training, Hernández praised the recipients for their dedication. "Your talent and passion drive Playa del Carmen’s reputation as a culinary destination in Mexico and beyond," she added.
Lepe Gutiérrez echoed the sentiment, applauding restaurateurs for their resilience and contribution to the city’s gastronomic appeal. Pérez noted that "Playenses Choice" serves to recognize "the best of local talent, dedication, and public preference in tourism, dining, and services."
Award-Winning Establishments
Over 1,000 residents participated in the survey via the platform Let’s Playa. The top-ranked restaurants in each category include:
Top Taquerías
- El Fogón
- El Ñero
- Don Chava
Top Seafood Restaurants
- Mariscos y Clamatos El Doctorcito
- Chiltepín Marisquillos
- El Pirata
Top Grill Houses
- Bendita Costilla
- Costelao Playa del Carmen
- Ipanemas Grill
Top Mexican Cuisine
- La Perla Pixan Cuisine & La Carbonería
- Karen’s Restaurante
- Porfirio’s Playa Del Carmen
Top European Cuisine
- Casa Sofía
- Romeo Trattoria Pizzería
- Trattoria Centro
Top Asian Cuisine
- Po Thai Restaurante
- Sushi Roll Playa Del Carmen
- Kobma
Top Street Food
- Loncheria Doña Mari
- Machados Wendy’s
- Antojitos Sandra
Top Vegetarian
- Bio Natural
- Salade Ensaladas
- Green & Fit
Top Cafés
- Ah Cacao Chocolate Café
- Logia Café
- Cafe Andrade Restaurante
Top Desserts
- Chez Celine
- Lali Pasteles Café
- Francesca The Italian Bakery
Top Bakeries
- Panadería Mana
- Panadería Los Tres Reyes
- Das Brot
Top Kosher
- Moshe Cube
- Platinum Grill & More Kosher
- Bruncho Kosher Playa del Carmen
Top International
- Mu Burgerhouse
- Lara & Luca
- Maison Ah Lala! By George
Top Latin American
- Toro By Chef Richard Sandoval
- Inka Cocina Peruana
- Pata Negra
Top Caribbean
- Ferron’s Jerk Chicken
- Rockas Jamaican Kitchen & Rockas Beach Town Grill
- La Bodeguita del Medio
Top Cocktail Bars
- Trujillos Cantina De Selva
- Aéreo Café Bar
- Aradias Licorería Café
Top Ice Cream
- Amorino
- Zo’Zen Yogurt
- Bendito Pecado Heladería Artesanal
Top Breakfast Spots
- Amate 38
- La Cueva del Chango
- Nativo
Top Lunch Destinations
- Bovinos Steakhouse
- Don PP
- Cheester Playa del Carmen
Top Dinner Venues
- Don Sirloin
- India Jones
- Sonora Grill
The awards underscore Playa del Carmen’s thriving culinary scene, reinforcing its status as a destination where gastronomy and hospitality converge.
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