🇲🇽 Xcaret Arte Resort - Ultimate Food Tour

🥇 Top Tier (Worth Reservations) 1. Encanta 📍 "Michelin-inspired" but inconsistent ✔ Must-order: Braised short rib tacos (green=avocado, red=achiote) ❌ Skip: Overcomplicated seafood dishes 💡 Book for arrival night - impressive ambiance 2. Cantina VI.AI.PY 📍 Late-night lifesaver 🔥 Grilled squid with chipotle mayo 🍸 Don't miss: Mezcal flights with orange-chili foam 🌊 Best Buffet: Cayuco Seafood paradise by the ocean Timing Matters: Breakfast: Fresh fruit + chilaquiles station Lunch: DIY ceviche bar + oyster shucking Dinner: Whole grilled octopus legs (ask for extra lime) Pro Tip: Grab ocean-view seats by 7:15am for sunrise 🍜 Most Controversial: Chino Poblano Mexican-Asian fusion that divides friends Surprisingly Good: Peking duck tacos with hoisin-pomegranate sauce Secret Order: "Volcano Ramen" (spicy broth with Yucatan pork) Portion Warning: Carb-heavy - share small plates 🍹 Best for Drinks: Arenal Rooftop cocktails with jungle views Try: "Smoking Mayan" - mezcal + cacao foam ☕ Morning Savior: Mercado de San Juan *24hr coffee + fresh churros* 💡 Resort Hacks: Encanta reservations open 60 days pre-arrival Cayuco lunch > dinner for freshest seafood VI.AI.PY has live mariachi Wed/Sat #XcaretArteEats #AllInclusiveFoodie #CancunFoodTour