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Gastronomy: The True Heartbeat of Your Mexican Caribbean Vacation
Dinner 29/08/2025
People come for the postcards—endless beaches, turquoise water, warm breezes.
But the reason they return (and rave) is deeper: gastronomy.
In Mexico, eating isn’t just nourishment; it’s belonging, celebration, memory. It’s no coincidence that traditional Mexican cuisine is recognized by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. At The Fives Hotels & Residences, that heritage becomes experience. Our All Senses Inclusive® approach understands that a journey begins with taste—flavors that spark memory, techniques that honor origin, and tables that gather the people you love. Dining here isn’t a “service”; it’s the heart of the trip.
Chechén & Chacá: Yucatecan Brunch
A Sunday tribute to the peninsula. Achiote, citrus, recados, panuchos, and cochinita pibil tell stories of Maya towns and family kitchens. This isn’t just a brunch—it places you in the cultural map of the region.
Weekly Fish Market — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences & The Fives Oceanfront - Puerto Morelos
The sea comes straight to your table—literally. Each week, the catch of the day is displayed in a traditional market setup so you can choose your fish or seafood and watch it grilled right on the beach. Sea-salt smoke, live fire, a squeeze of lime: a primal ritual refined by contemporary technique.
Experience has an additional cost and is subject to availability.
Muelle Ocho — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
Our on-the-sand cevichería. Elegant, bright aguachiles, can’t-miss ceviche tostadas, and absolute respect for pristine seafood. One of those experiences that makes you re-fall in love with Mexico’s coastal cuisine—and never forget it.
Sunday Brunch at FIVES Rooftop — The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences – Curio Collection by Hilton
Elevated Mexican cuisine served at the highest point in Playa del Carmen. 360° views, a gentle soundtrack, and a curation that runs from beloved classics to chef-driven creations. Panorama, product, patience—here, time is tasted slowly.
Santa Sirena — The Beachfront by The Fives Hotels (Xcalacoco, Playa del Carmen)
A boutique, beachfront dining room with an ever-evolving spirit. Elevated seasonal recipes, a tight, precise menu, and a team ready to design dishes to your needs—your private chef by the sea, honoring preferences and dietary requirements.
Al Mare — The Fives Oceanfront - Puerto Morelos
Though not Mexican, Al Mare absolutely deserves the spotlight: authentic Italian cuisine with doughs, sauces, and bases made from scratch, thoughtfully integrating local, seasonal ingredients to honor the Mexican Caribbean’s sense of place. The Mediterranean meets the Caribbean—two traditions in one conversation.
Casa de Rosa — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
An intimate journey into Mexican home cooking. Guided by Rosa, you’ll savor hand-pressed nixtamal tortillas, storied antojitos, and a tasting of mezcal and tequila—inside a lively, welcoming “home” atmosphere.
Experience has an additional cost and requires advance reservation.
Tacos Mary — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
A tacos de guisado stand with a first name and a legacy. Mary has been at the resort for over a decade; her seasoning tastes like care, craft, and well-earned mastery. It’s the “simple must” that often becomes everyone’s favorite memory.
At The Fives, gastronomy isn’t a “nice extra”—it’s the reason your vacation becomes unforgettable. Because eating is knowing, sharing, and returning. It’s the most direct conversation between a place and the person visiting it.
Come for the beach—leave talking about flavor.
Bundle hotel + flight in one step at Hotel + Flight | The Fives Hotels | Web Oficial All Senses Inclusive® experience and let the table set the pace.
Need a hand before you book?
Our E-Ambassadors (pre-arrival team) can help with dining recommendations, restaurant reservations, and special experiences:
USA / Canada: +1 (800) 592-1246
Mexico: +52 984 980 0541
Rest of the world: +52 984 980 0541
We’ll be here—where the Caribbean is best enjoyed by the forkful.
But the reason they return (and rave) is deeper: gastronomy.
In Mexico, eating isn’t just nourishment; it’s belonging, celebration, memory. It’s no coincidence that traditional Mexican cuisine is recognized by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. At The Fives Hotels & Residences, that heritage becomes experience. Our All Senses Inclusive® approach understands that a journey begins with taste—flavors that spark memory, techniques that honor origin, and tables that gather the people you love. Dining here isn’t a “service”; it’s the heart of the trip.
The Fives Table: from Roots to Ritual
Chechén & Chacá: Yucatecan Brunch
A Sunday tribute to the peninsula. Achiote, citrus, recados, panuchos, and cochinita pibil tell stories of Maya towns and family kitchens. This isn’t just a brunch—it places you in the cultural map of the region.
Weekly Fish Market — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences & The Fives Oceanfront - Puerto Morelos
The sea comes straight to your table—literally. Each week, the catch of the day is displayed in a traditional market setup so you can choose your fish or seafood and watch it grilled right on the beach. Sea-salt smoke, live fire, a squeeze of lime: a primal ritual refined by contemporary technique.
Experience has an additional cost and is subject to availability.
Muelle Ocho — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
Our on-the-sand cevichería. Elegant, bright aguachiles, can’t-miss ceviche tostadas, and absolute respect for pristine seafood. One of those experiences that makes you re-fall in love with Mexico’s coastal cuisine—and never forget it.
Sunday Brunch at FIVES Rooftop — The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences – Curio Collection by Hilton
Elevated Mexican cuisine served at the highest point in Playa del Carmen. 360° views, a gentle soundtrack, and a curation that runs from beloved classics to chef-driven creations. Panorama, product, patience—here, time is tasted slowly.
Santa Sirena — The Beachfront by The Fives Hotels (Xcalacoco, Playa del Carmen)
A boutique, beachfront dining room with an ever-evolving spirit. Elevated seasonal recipes, a tight, precise menu, and a team ready to design dishes to your needs—your private chef by the sea, honoring preferences and dietary requirements.
Al Mare — The Fives Oceanfront - Puerto Morelos
Though not Mexican, Al Mare absolutely deserves the spotlight: authentic Italian cuisine with doughs, sauces, and bases made from scratch, thoughtfully integrating local, seasonal ingredients to honor the Mexican Caribbean’s sense of place. The Mediterranean meets the Caribbean—two traditions in one conversation.
Casa de Rosa — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
An intimate journey into Mexican home cooking. Guided by Rosa, you’ll savor hand-pressed nixtamal tortillas, storied antojitos, and a tasting of mezcal and tequila—inside a lively, welcoming “home” atmosphere.
Experience has an additional cost and requires advance reservation.
Tacos Mary — The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences
A tacos de guisado stand with a first name and a legacy. Mary has been at the resort for over a decade; her seasoning tastes like care, craft, and well-earned mastery. It’s the “simple must” that often becomes everyone’s favorite memory.
Where to Savor Each Chapter
The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences – Playa del Carmen
Weekly Fish Market (additional cost), Muelle Ocho with can’t-miss aguachiles and ceviche tostadas, Casa de Rosa (additional cost; reservation required), and Tacos Mary as the beloved ritual. Residence-style suites and tropical gardens frame the long, happy table.
The Fives Downtown Hotel & Residences – Curio Collection by Hilton™
Sunday Brunch at FIVES Rooftop with 360° views and elevated Mexican cuisine that invites slow enjoyment. Chic spirit, curious soul, and the pulse of Fifth Avenue just steps away.
The Fives Oceanfront – Puerto Morelos
Weekly Fish Market (additional cost) and Al Mare with authentic Italian cuisine that integrates local ingredients. A hotel that invites you to dine facing the horizon, letting appetite set the day’s rhythm.
The Beachfront by The Fives Hotels – Xcalacoco
Santa Sirena as a boutique manifesto: a careful menu, seasonal product, and the chance to personalize your experience with the chef. Quiet, sea, and cuisine as a shared language.
Traveling with All Five Senses… Starts with Taste
At The Fives, gastronomy isn’t a “nice extra”—it’s the reason your vacation becomes unforgettable. Because eating is knowing, sharing, and returning. It’s the most direct conversation between a place and the person visiting it.
Come for the beach—leave talking about flavor.
Bundle hotel + flight in one step at Hotel + Flight | The Fives Hotels | Web Oficial All Senses Inclusive® experience and let the table set the pace.
Need a hand before you book?
Our E-Ambassadors (pre-arrival team) can help with dining recommendations, restaurant reservations, and special experiences:
USA / Canada: +1 (800) 592-1246
Mexico: +52 984 980 0541
Rest of the world: +52 984 980 0541
We’ll be here—where the Caribbean is best enjoyed by the forkful.
