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La Cueva del Chango


4.5 of 5 stars 44 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Calle 38, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • 984/116-3179

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5 of 5 stars
Boston, Massachusetts
9 Dec 2009

A little off the main center of town, this was definitely the best breakfast of our week! The setting was beautiful with covered outdoor tables and hanging vines and a water feature. There were a lot of Mayan and Mexican options, all very reasonably priced. we had an order of the fried plantains with crema and cheese which is a... more

Fun place
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5 of 5 stars
Boise, Idaho
9 Dec 2009

We always make it a point to have lunch here once on our visits. It's a fun place, unique, good food and good prices. But it's the atmosphere that keeps us coming back! more

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5 of 5 stars
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
4 Dec 2009

If you want a relaxed atmosphere that is beautiful also, with many gormet items on the menu!, as well as common cuisine, then this is the place for you. Every detail is accounted for as the waiters and waitresses cater to your every need. There are well cared for gardens, a waterfall, and a manmade(but very natural looking) stream throughout... more

YUM!
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5 of 5 stars
Denver, CO
23 Nov 2009

Great patio w/ jungle feel & multiple levels gives each table a sense of privacy. Huge canopy of trees & very nice for our evening time dinner. I had a Tuna w/ a hibiscus reduction sauce. Everyone was very happy with the service and the delicious food. Not to be missed. more

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5 of 5 stars
Snelling, California
22 Nov 2009

My husband and I and friends found this place by accident. Glad we did! Guacamole to die for and the best guava-orange frozen margarita's ever. We will go back when ever we are in Playa. The staff was great and made us feel welcome . Plan to go here , you won't be sorry. Hi to the gang. Susan Conover more

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5 of 5 stars
colorado
4 Nov 2009

We went to La Cueva del Chango on the last morning of our trip. I really wanted to go there for lunch so we went at 11:00am. They serve breakfast until noon though. No problem though. The breakfast was amazing. I had the chicken crepes and they were to die for. Out of all the wonderful meals we had in... more

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4 of 5 stars
Columbus, OH
20 Oct 2009

My fiancée and I walked from our resort to this restaurant (3 miles). It was well worth it! The best Mexican food we have ever had. The enchiladas appetizers were wonderful and the desserts were delicious! As mentioned before, the margaritas are quite pricey. We would have ordered more had we brought more money. I would absolutely go back again! more

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4 of 5 stars
mokota
19 Oct 2009

I dragged my husband to this restaurant for lunch and we were really happy with the food. It is located a little further past the hustle and bustle of the main street which I liked. Almost hidden in a side street we walked in to discover a very casual scene but it was great. The food was excellent. I regret... more

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3 of 5 stars
Canada
17 Oct 2009

Just got back from lunch, and I very rarely get upset when dining out. However, I feel like I have been had at Cueva del Chango. I must admit, it was my fault. Beers are 26 pesos, bottle of wines start at 260 pesos...and the food is all very reasonably priced. However, on the menu, there is no pricing for... more

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5 of 5 stars
ottawa
21 Sep 2009

If you want eat authentic, creative and freshly prepared Mexican food in a lush al fresco setting, La Cueva del Chango is the place to go! The food is prepared from scratch and they add very creative twists to traditional Mexican fare resulting in excellent and healthy meals. The service is very friendly and the ambiente in this small gem... more

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La Cueva del Chango Address

Calle 38, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Tel: 984/116-3179
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.