In Playa del Carmen, most bars and restaurants are to be found on La Quinta (5th Avenue) a charming, bustling pedestrian street that is Playa's epicenter. It is great to sit back with a cool drink here and watch the different nationalities roam past. There are also great places to eat on the beach that allow you to really get that Caribbean feel.

There is no way to get bored here with the endless variety of cuisines and cultures available. From Mexican to Chinese, Swedish, Italian, Thai, German, Cuban and much much more, everyone's tastes will be adequately catered for. Restaurants here are usually intimate, family run affairs with friendly service.

Aside from the bigger, more touristy eateries on La Quinta, keep in mind that there are other great places to go for a bite, especially since these are even more authentic and will truly give you a glimpse of what true Playa del Carmen's locals are like. Dare to wander our a little and see what you come across. But with all the international specialties, don't forget to get to know the real Mexican food and local dishes!

Price Range

Remember that we are talking about Mexican pesos here. On average, you will get a great Mexican meal for around 30 pesos. Keep in mind though that prices on La Quinta and other places that are highly frequented by tourists will escalate a fair bit into the 100 – 200 peso range.

Tipping

Truly a part of Mexican life, you should consider tipping the maid at your hotel, taxi drivers, restaurant waiters, etc. In Spanish a tip is referred to as a propina. The standard tip at a restaurant is around 10% of the bill.

Taking a Spanish Language Course in Playa del Carmen is a great opportunity to try out the delicious local cuisine.

¡Buen Provecho!