La Vicenta — Restaurant in Cancún

What a fantastic meal! We stayed in the hotel zone for a week and wanted to get out for a nice dinner downtown. We picked La Vicenta based on a few reviews, the pictures and it’s location. Wow, did we ever get lucky. We had 6:30pm reservations because we were taking two little kids with us. We hit downtown traffic and were running late so we called the restaurant and they were happy to push our reservation back 30mins. They made it feel like it wasn’t an issue. When we arrived, the atmosphere was fun and super hip. They were playing loud dance music and the TVs showed the corresponding music videos. It made for a fun, happy vibe that made us feel like we were at a party.

After we arrived, they were super accommodating and both let us work our limited Spanish and were happy to converse in English. We had table side guacamole, the ponzu salmon, and grilled artichoke. All were excellent. We then ordered the skirt steak and the picana. The picana is a house specialty cooked in heavy salt, Cajun spices, wrapped in a banana leaf, and cooked directly in the coals. IT WAS EPIC! The skirt steak was really good too but my wife and I both agreed that the picana ran away with the gold. At this point the kiddos were zonked so we skipped dessert and called it a night.

Roger and Carlos took great care of us and if we lived here we’d be back frequently. It was a fantastic last dinner to close out our vacation. Thanks...

I am writing this as an update about the restaurant " La Vicenta". My wife and I were invited to celebrate the birthday of a friend, on April 16, 2022. Nothing from the previous reviews matched the new reality of this place. About eighty percent of their menu dishes don't exist anymore, items like 300 gr sirloin burger, bone marrow with grilled sweetbreads, pizzas, the jerk or fresh herbs chicken, the tuna and the list can go on and on. A salad with apples and sweet dressing will run you $180 Mx What is left are plates at $260 MX or more. We paid $120 MX each for a soup , $220MX for a piña colada with no alcohol and $110MX for a Mexican beer. Three fried tacos, $260MX , a chicken burger with fries that looked worst than the ones at McDonald's , $220MX. If you want to empty your wallet and go home hungry, you should come to La Vicenta. My overall impression is that the good food at affordable prices left with the previous owner. To make everything worse, I waited more than everyone at my table, over 20 minutes, for the waiter to bring me a bottle of beer . May I remind you that this was happening early afternoon with the place basically empty. A note to the management, there is no need for your apologies, the damage is already done. My wife and I live in Cancun, we eat out often and we would not recommend...

Our experience at La Vicenta was exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the host staff made us feel incredibly welcome, despite the language barrier. The beautiful patio seating was a perfect place to take in the ambiance of the restaurant.

Our server, Erik, was a true gem. He provided us with excellent recommendations and was knowledgeable about the dishes and heat levels. His suggestions did not disappoint - they were absolutely delicious! The diverse mix of American classics like burgers and out of this world tacos was a perfect combination. Erik also brought us various hot sauces to try, which added a fantastic kick to our meal.

Throughout the meal, Erik and his staff were attentive to our every need, ensuring that we had a fantastic dining experience. One thing that stood out was the incredible vibe of the restaurant. The energy was lively and positive, making it a wonderful place to be.

All in all, I highly recommend La Vicenta to anyone looking for a great dining experience in central Cancun. The combination of fantastic food, excellent service, and great vibes makes it a...