Olios Mediterranean — Restaurant in Quintana Roo

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A five-star experience… if you’re into heatstroke, hypocrisy, and foie gras that tastes like regret.

Picture this: it’s 40°C (feels like 1000), and the lovely hostess sends me back into the heatwave because I dared to show up without a polo shirt (it was a really well tailored and expensive T-shirt LOL). I return, drenched and compliant, only to find a fashion show of bare shoulders, unbuttoned florals (Ace Ventura like - screaming I’m a redneck on vacation), and bald heads glistening in the failingA/C. Apparently, decency is subjective.

As for the food? A culinary mystery. They call it Mediterranean — I call it aggressively average. But hey, if you’re looking for a meal as forgettable as the ambiance is unforgettable (for all the wrong reasons), you’ve...

Olios is so incredible! My husband and I honeymooned at Haven Riviera and this was hands down our favourite restaurant and we ate there twice. Oscar was our waiter both times and he was excellent. He was very friendly and made us feel welcomed. The food was absolutely delicious. We had the tuna appetizer which we’re still thinking about days later. We also had the salmon, the duck and the tenderloin which were all so delicious. The view from the restaurant is gorgeous. The atmosphere of the restaurant feels very elevated. The only thing we thought could use some work was the desserts. Everything else...

I’ve been to this restaurant twice now and both times Rafael made the experience memorable. The first time I wasn’t feeling great, and he kindly brought me tissues and even surprised us with a kiwi mojito (which turned out to be surprisingly good!). He explained the dishes with care and made us feel welcome. On my second visit, he immediately recognised me and asked if I was feeling better — such thoughtful service. Great food, excellent service, and an overall...