Hand built by Mayan masons, El Restaurante reflects the homemade hospitality of Maroma.  Offering casually elegant surroundings complemented by original oil paintings by resident artist Bertrand Castelli; indoor and outdoor seating provides spectacular views of the white sand beach, which was named “The Best Beach in the World” by the Travel Channel.

Offering all day dining the restaurant is renowned for their breakfasts, which feature an abundance of fresh fruits, pastries and regional specialties.

For lunch, the chef serves Yucatan inspired cuisine including guacamole made table-side, Yucatan lime soup and cochinita pibil, a traditional Maya pork dish prepared with achiote, peppercorns and garlic, all wrapped in banana leaves and gently baked with chopped chilies and onions.

Sunday through Thursday evenings, El Restaurant is transformed into a “Caribbean Steakhouse” featuring the finest meats and fish available on the Yucatan Peninsula. 

On Friday evenings, experience the Chef’s Caribbean Parillada, when tables are set in the sand and a Mexican Trio serenades you while the chef cooks up a beachfront feast of local spiny lobster, fresh fish and the best cuts of meats. 

• Breakfast, 7 am - 11 am
• Lunch, 11:30 am - 5 pm
• Dinner, 6 pm - 10:30 pm               

Gentlemen are required to wear slacks and collared shirts in the restaurant during dinner.  Ladies will feel comfortable in resort wear – dresses, skirts or evening slacks.

Sample Menus: Breakfast  |  Lunch  |  Dinner