Dining at Fairmont Mayakoba

Dining should always be enjoyable, especially on vacation! At Fairmont Mayakoba, there are 8 restaurants to choose from. During my stay, the dining experience was inconsistent, 

At its best, the food was creative and delicious. At other times, it was very disappointing.

Breakfast: A Clear Contrast

Breakfast is offered primarily in two formats: an à la carte beachfront restaurant and a larger buffet-style venue.

We only ate at the beachfront option that was at Brisas. Items such as French toast, fresh orange juice, and pastries stood out. My grandchildren gave the chocolate chip pancakes a thumbs-up.

Breakfast at Brisas

Consistency Matters

Across the stay, food quality fluctuated. Some dishes — particularly sweets like churros — were genuinely fabulous, and thoughtful touches such as fresh herbs and macerated fruits appeared throughout the menus.

We ate at Bassano, Laguna, Fuego, at the Fairmont Mayakoba, and Saffron, which was located at The Banyan Tree. Reservations for all restaurants must be made in advance of your arrival. The pasta and pizza at Bassano were a hit with the kids, so we ate there twice. Though the food the first time was much better than the second time. Saffron was the most expensive restaurant I have ever eaten at, and other than the fried vegetable egg rolls, nobody liked their food.

At an upscale resort, food and reliability matter. It is disappointing when the food sucks.

Overall Impression

Dining at Fairmont Mayakoba offered occasional highlights but lacked cohesion across venues and meals. While some individual experiences were enjoyable, don't expect the food quality to match the price.