1 Best Restaurant in The Riviera Maya, Mexico

El Muelle

$$$

"The Pier" resembles a Caribbean fish market with its wooden plank floors, whitewashed tables, and pilings strung with rope. A chalkboard features the catch of the day; it's delivered from local fishermen every morning and simply yet flavorfully prepared one of five ways or sold by the gram to go. El Muelle opens at 4 pm, so come before dinner for a strawberry-lemon spritzer and mixed ceviche made Peruvian style with leche de tigre. From that point on, you're hooked, and you'll soon find there isn't a mediocre dish on the menu.

This darling, ocean-to-table restaurant is not to be confused with Muelle 3 right around the corner.

Ave. 5 and Calle 32, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 77710, Mexico
984-803–0073
Known For
  • fresh-caught fish
  • large portion sizes
  • grilled octopus
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch