Jungle and good food
There, well-being, healthy eating, yoga classes and disconnection They are an indispensable part of daily life. In addition, the area has spectacular Sian Ka'an biosphere reserve, protected by UNESCO.
Now that the waters in the jungle of Tulum have returned to their normal course after the passage of the hurricane that was ** Redzepi and its pop-up Noma México **, these are the restaurants that you cannot miss in the only and quoted road that crosses the jungle on the shores of the beach, and where you can pay as much in Mexican pesos and in dollars Americans.
Tulum is everything you ask of heaven
HARTWOOD
In Tulum, all the paths of the good eating lead to Hartwood, one of the restaurants that put the caribbean paradise in the gastronomic map of the country. Founded by Eric Werner and Mya Henry, two new yorkers Tired of the big city lifestyle, here, catch of the day and fire they are the protagonists.
Thus, the menu changes depending on the availability of fresh fish, and each dish is a reflection of the passion and interest that Werner has for native cuisine , such as jicama salad or ceviche, as well as the caribbean cuisine usually. The restaurant is maintained exclusively with solar energy and is fully exposed to the elements, fresh air.
Booking is the most complicated, since, depending on the time of the visit, they may only accept reservations in person. And even to make the reservation in person you have to h steel tail . Although the latter may sound stressful, worth.
Highway Tulum-Boca Paila, km 6
TAQUERIA LA EUFEMIA
A New Yorker based in Tulum described The Euphemia As the Village of your city in the eighties, and in the absence of having been there, it is not difficult to imagine why. With a eclectic vibe that it is difficult to classify, from bohemians who do not let go of the iPhone to yogis or retirees looking like rockers, In La Eufemia there is room for everyone.
Located on the beach, in addition to loungers, mats and sofas On the sand they have a slightly elevated wooden beach bar, from where you can see the area with the hammocks. Here, the Late night It is the busiest time of the day, perhaps because of the 2 for 1 in cocktails. Of course, it has a trick, because it is 2x1 of the same cocktail , so if you order, for example, a Margarita and a Pina Colada you will end up with two of each.
tacos and guacamole they are good and, in general, their menu is one of the more affordable of the place. The dogs are welcome, and some are even planted on the mats.
Tulum-Boca Paila highway, km 10
GYPSY
Gitano is one of those places where you wouldn't be surprised if there was paparazzi at the door. A place where all the details are carefully studied , from the luminous sign at the entrance to the photogenic sofas and cushions wrapped in a mantle of palm trees and surrounded by vegetation.
At Gitano, the main course is the cocktails. Also, they have mezcal tastings, live music on sundays and dinner and dancing on Fridays. The best thing is to try their mezcal cocktails with one of their dishes, most vegetarians. They say that Gitano is one of the favorite places of the celebrities visiting Tulum, and the restaurant more than meets the definition of a place where the beautiful people is seen.
Highway Tulum-Boca Paila, km 7
Gypsy, nest of celebrities
ARK
This is one of the restaurants with more class of the jungle area, and even so, it continues to maintain that carefree and relaxed spirit so from Tulum. With an ideology that follows the principles of to the garden to the table, Arca's menu pays homage to the indigenous product with dishes such as raw chayote salad, quail with smoked date mole , raw shrimp in citrus yogurt or Yucatecan lime soufflé cake.
They also have a menu classic cocktails and of the house, as e l Chechen , which has white tequila, pineapple syrup and a grapefruit twist. their long communal tables of wood on gravel, the elegant stools at the bar and the attentive service make it a sure hit.
Tulum-Boca Paila highway, km 7.6
At Arca, the local product rules
SAFARI
Behind this restaurant is Louis Aguilar , who before launching his own adventure in Tulum, worked in the New York taqueria chain Tacombi .
In Safari they offer what they colloquially call "bonfire kitchen". In fact, the Safari's kitchen is a metal van from 1971 supplemented by the bonfire they have on the ground and in which they cook many of the dishes.
Here, diners can choose between alfresco dining or under a small structure with a thatched roof. Tacos are the specialty and the menu includes al pastor, vegetarian and grilled or crispy fish tacos, both delicious. The fried yucca is a highly recommended dish as well. To drink they have fresh waters and interesting cocktails, like the RubyRed , a blend of mezcal, citrus and Jamaican flower.
_Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila, km 8 (in front of Los Lirios hotel) _
Ambience in Safari
THE REAL COCONUT
This chic restaurant located in the ** Hotel Sanara ** has a menu inspired by the vegan and paleo diets, gluten free, no refined sugars, dairy free and hardly any grains. The co-founder, Daniella Hunter , he managed to beat his digestive problems following this type of diet, and it is what she promotes among her clients.
It is best to visit it at breakfast. The bowls of her, from the de probiotic coconut yogurt even seasonal fruit or chia seeds and chocolate delight instagramers. Also have toast, pancakes and eggs -The ranchers are a good option-. Also, their coconut flour tortillas are so popular that even they are sold at WholeFoods supermarkets.
The decoration, like the rest of the hotel, is boho chic . The restaurant is located in a rectangular wooden structure on the sand, and the glass windows are usually open, so the views of the sea and the beach are unbeatable.
Tulum-Boca Paila highway, km 8
Vegan, paleo, gluten-free... all gastronomic trends in a single table