Byblos
Byblos is Lebanese/French and is excellent, although it can be pricey. Turn West on Calle 14 and it’s across from Hot Muffin. Closed on Sunday, open for lunch most days as well. Read the Trip Advisor reviews.
Origenes
Origenes is also on Calle 38, but it’s closer to the beach. Excellent food, with higher prices. You’ll be serenaded by classical guitarists, and the service is very high class. Read the Trip Advisor reviews.
That’s Amore
“That’s Amore” on the 5th between 28th and 30th Calles, about $30/person (depending on drinking budget/capacity), they serve good, but limited Italian menu, italian pizza and calzones. Read the Trip Advisor reviews.
La Sirena
La Sirena is a great place for lunch or dinner and conveniently located on Calle 16 between 1st and 5th Ave. at Porto Playa Condo Hotel Building. They have great, inexpensive food and it is so conveniently located. They also provide pool service and room service for Porto Playa Condo Hotel.
Da Gigi on 5th and Calle 32
Owner and operator Gigi and his master chefs have been serving up delicious Italian food and pizzas for over a decade. They make a point to personally check on diners and socialize with them, making the dining experience more personalized. It has become the place to see and be seen as many local politicians and celebrities dine here as well. The 5th Avenue location has both outdoor and indoor dining options. If you choose outdoors make sure to pay a visit inside to see the amazing restaurant decor and layout personally designed by GiGi. Read the Trip Advisor reviews.
Casa Mediterranea Best Italian Restaurant in Playa del Carmen
Where do the locals go to eat? Casa Mediterranea, the best italian restaurant in playa del carmen. We spend about 2 months a year in Playa and have certain restaurants we visit often because they are so good. We aren’t looking for deals, we are looking for places with outstanding food and service, with a nice ambiance. Number one on our list of Italian restaurants in Casa Mediterranea.
Sagraria is one of the best shops in Playa del Carmen
Ladies, Sagrario is a wonderful, one-of-a-kind shop you have to visit while in Playa del Carmen. They custom make bathing suits, cover-ups, dresses, tops – anything you want and all at reasonable prices. Sagrario is on Calle 14 between First Avenue and the beach, around the corner from El Taj Ocean and El Taj Beach.