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Alux Restaurante, Playa del Carmen, ROO
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Alux Restaurante

MXN500 and over
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for creative cocktails
Alux is a restaurant inside a natural cave. A unique place to enjoy a magical evening. The creation and formation of the cave is ancient. In this environment of true underground palaces decorated with unique stalactites and stalagmites you can enjoy a natural spectacle. With a capacity of more than 250 guests, our cavern has various environments designed for you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, all accompanied by our haute cuisine and mixology that distinguishes us in this region of the Riviera Maya.

Service only for dinners. À la carte service. Entry with reservation. Dress Code: Smart Casual. Kitchen closes at 11:00 pm. Payments are accepted with Cash, Credit and Debit Card AMEX, MasterCard and Visa. Children welcome. Smoking area. There is no corkage.

Minimum consumption $1,000.00 pesos per person.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: This hidden gem in a millennia-old cavern brings you a magical and unique culinary experience. Beneath the stalactites, the restaurant features a high-end menu based on sustainable fishing and Caribbean dishes. Among the highlights is a golden tomahawk steak covered in 24-karat gold leaves. The romantically lit interiors invite you to relax while sipping mezcal or tequila cocktails. Complete your visit with a tasting of three mezcals from the Montelobos house.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    984 206 1401
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya
  • Cross street
    Av.65 y Av.70
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Disfrute todos los jueves de nuestro entretenimiento en vivo y los viernes de música romántica en vivo.Para eventos privados, bodas, grupos de incentivos, etc contamos con una amplia variedad de entretenimientos.
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Privates & Romantics Vaults

    MX$1,045.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    If you are celebrating something special, we have different VIP spots where you can have an incredible dinner, with personalized service, and some rose petals around you to make your experience even more unique... Text us for more information, check availability and ask for the additional services! (The VIP vaults has a extra cost) Phone / Whatsapp: +52 984 158 3840 / Alux Reservations
    Privates & Romantics Vaults Photo

What 2,111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cancun / Riviera Maya

    Most Booked

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Innovative

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Neighborhood gem

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Romantic

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Good for special occasions

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Lively

  • Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alux Restaurante offers a "unique dining experience" within a breathtaking cave setting. Guests rave about the "incredible atmosphere" and "attentive service." The menu features delicious dishes, with standout items like the lobster risotto and creative cocktails. It's an ideal spot for special occasions, though "prices are high," the "ambiance and experience" make it worthwhile.

2,111 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    L’emplacement est unique. La nourriture était bonne mais le service laissait à désirer. Les prix sont beaucoup trop élevés pour ce que c’est. Il faut aller à cet endroit une fois pour l’expérience.

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  2. JOSEPH VIP

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Worst lobster I’ve ever had in my life . Almost inedible

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  3. Barbara

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was absolutely amazing!! The only disappointment was my husband's rib-eye steak- delicious flavor but way too chewy. They should just take that off the menu. (My son had the filet, which was delicious and perfectly tender.) Other than my husband's meal- everything was fantastic. Really a unique experience!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmospheric Cave Setting Can't Save Disappointing Dining Experience The unique setting of Alux, located inside an ancient Mayan cave, initially promised a magical dining experience that we had been looking forward to throughout our 12-night stay in the Cancun/Playa Del Carmen area. Unfortunately, the ambiance was the only positive aspect of our visit. While the cave setting is genuinely impressive and creates a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, the food and service fell dramatically short of expectations. Our tableside Caesar salad was poorly executed - overdressed to the point of sogginess with an unusual and unpleasant flavor profile. My wife's steak was disappointing, consisting mainly of fat rather than quality meat. My fish arrived overcooked with a peculiar Parmesan cheese sauce that clashed with the seafood rather than complementing it. The service throughout the evening matched the quality of the food - inattentive and disappointing. Despite the considerable price point, Alux ranked last among all the restaurants we visited during our otherwise culinary-rich vacation. If you're considering dining here, I'd recommend reconsidering. There are numerous excellent dining options throughout Playa Del Carmen that offer better cuisine and service at similar or lower price points. While the cave setting is certainly novel, it's not worth enduring a subpar meal when so many superior alternatives exist nearby.

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  5. Emmanuelle

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Expérience exceptionnelle, cadre exceptionnel et très bonne nourriture, un peu chère

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  6. jasminem

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience. The food was delicious. They made my birthday celebration feel at home. 10/10

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  7. Chris

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had drinks and dessert—so good! Very fun presentation-the Alux margarita was the best!

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  8. Jacqueline

    Caribbean2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, unusual setting elegantly designed. Every course was explained to us and our waitress was attentive but not overly so. Will definitely return

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  9. dustin VIP

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and the experience is highly recommended

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  10. Lori

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely a cool experience. Food was good, staff were working so hard to attend to everyone.

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FAQs

Alux Restaurante is rated 4.4 stars by 2111 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Alux Restaurante

Av. Benito Juarez Garcia 217, -2, Playa del Carmen, ROO 77710

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Av.65 y Av.70
  • Neighborhood
    Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Disfrute todos los jueves de nuestro entretenimiento en vivo y los viernes de música romántica en vivo.Para eventos privados, bodas, grupos de incentivos, etc contamos con una amplia variedad de entretenimientos.
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine
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