Built around a remnant of the ancient Maya jungle containing a cenote and stones left from a long-gone temple, this restaurant’s verdant setting would be worth a visit even if the food weren’t so good—but the fusion of Mexican and Maya cuisine is fresh, creative, and delicious. Try the Pastel Azteca (Mexican lasagna) with blue-corn tortillas, or the poblano chile stuffed with vegetables and banana. The fresh catch with amaranth and jamaica (hibiscus) sauce is exceptional, as is the service. In the morning, you can get the usual licuados, egg dishes and breakfast sandwiches, but I recommend the specialties, such as the classic Spanish tortilla, huitlacoche (a mushroom-like corn fungus) crepes, or nopal cactus huaraches (thick, oblong, slightly crispy stuffed tortillas).
Playa del Carmen
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Playa del Carmen› Restaurant
Aldea Corazón
Av. 5 (at Calle 14 Norte)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Around Town
Hours
Daily 8am–midnight
Phone
984/803-1942
Prices
Main Courses 160—570 pesos
Cuisine Type
Yucatecan
Web site
Aldea Corazón

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Av. 5 Playa del CarmenNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.