Restaurants and Clubs
Playa's 5th Ave. and beaches are lined with some of the best restaurants that you could ever eat at. From Mexican to Seafood to International cuisine there is something to fit your tastes. Also there are several other little places in Playa that are not your typical touristy places to eat but are definitely worth checking out.

El Jalapeno Tex-Mex - Located on Calle 8 between 10th and 15th Ave this is simply a must visit when in Playa. They serve the best food in Playa here. From wonderful breakfast, like the 3 egg omelet stuffed with everything, lunch and dinner, including some of the best Texas chili you will ever taste in you life. Go by and say "Hola, Como esta" to John, Jack and Annette and try some of their great food. You won't be sorry.

Mil y Un Alux - This restaurant is located on Juarez across the highway between 12th and 13th. It is a unique natural cavern with a wonderful food and a very romatic atmosphere. There is a main dinning area as well as many passageways that run through this large cave. They offer International and Mayan cuisine. Make sure to go by on Friday or Saturday nights after 10:30pm as they have a wonderful musical and dance show.


Tequila Barrel
- . They mainly offer Tex-Mex foods, Enchaladas, burritos, taco salad, soft tacos, etc. The big deal they offer is the absolute best steaks you can get in any restaurant near in Playa. They serve Choice USDA Black Angus Filets, Strips and Rib Eyes. All the cuts are 16 oz and all cost $180.00 pesos. They also offer Sunday BBQ all day.  Beef and pork ribs, brisket, chicken, potato salad and corn on the cob. Now for the real kicker, tequila. They carry 83 different ones. They range from $20.00 to $350.00 pesos in price and all in all they carry 280 bottles on display in the bar. If your going to Playa this is a must stop and experience place.  On 5th between 10th and 12th.

Blue Lobster
- If your in the mood for some wonderful seafood and steaks then this is one of the best places to go. They have huge lobster tales, at market price(about $45 to $50US). The steaks are simply wonderful. They are very tender and juicy. The calamari was great as was the guacamole and other appetizers on their menu. The restaurant also has a very wonderful atmosphere as you eat under a huge palapa thatched roof and the waiters where very good and proffesional.  I highly recommend trying it out. On 5th between 4th and 6th.

Los Rancheros
- In the mood for some fun along with wonderful seafood and steaks. Then check Los Rancheros. I loved the atmosphere here as well as the food. The waiters are very entertaining, they will definitely make you laugh. They also can amaze you with their Mexican Coffee. They used a ladder and two of them poured the flaming drink in a wonderful waterfall type of effect. Also be careful when ordering a large drink. They are a yard long and very good.($8.50). This restaurant all around is a totally wonderful experience. Great place to eat. Also on 5th between 4th and 6th.

Babes
- Looking for great food at a great price then this restaurant rocks. The food is very wonderful. They offer all sorts of dishes from Dorado and Grouper to their specialties noodles, tapas, lots of drinks including Smoothies and coffee shakes. Drop by here for some of the best food in Playa. Located between 5th and 10th on 10th.

Bourbon Street
- Do you like the taste of New Orleans, then this is the is the place to be. The food is wonderful and the atmosphere is definantly got that New Orleans flair. Live Blues and Jazz music. On 5th between 6th and 8th.

El Correo
- Want great food at cheap prices then this restaurant is the place to go. The offer Quesadillas and soup and everything on the menu is only 10 pesos. It is located on the northwest corner of 5th and Constitutiones on the second floor. Drop by this restaurant and you won't be sorry.

Karen's Grill & Pizz
a - Looking for some great pizza, then Karen's is the place. It's on 5th between 2nd and 4th. This is a very popular restaurant and they also offer some very good live bands as well there is a internet cafe.

100% Natura
l - Feel like a unique dining experience then I would definitly suggest this place. You actually dine in a tree. This makes for a wonderful dining experience. The menu consists of  good, healthy dishes. Nice place to checkout. On 5th between 10th and 12th.

Club Babalu's
- Looking for a great place to sit under a large tree and down a few cervezas, then I highly recommend Babalu's. Great atmosphere and one of the best bartenders in Playa, Eric(he makes great Margaritas and Pina Coladas). They also have a restaurant here and the food is great, plus a large screen TV to watch sports from around the world. On 5th Ave. between 8th and 10th.

Blue Parro
t - This is one of the ultimate hangout spots in Playa. The famous Dragon Bar at the Blue Parrot. Sitting on the swings at the bar and have a few drinks while a reggae band is playing is one of the best experiences in Playa. Very popular place and a great bar to visit and relax. They also have a wide variety of food to choose from. On the beach at 12th.

Kuba
- Located on the beach this new dance club is by far the place to be right now in Playa. The DJs there spin great music that will keep you going all night til the break of dawn. All around this club has a great atmosphere. Located on the beach between 4th and 6th.

Captain Tutix
- Looking to get your groove on and dance the night away then this is a good place to be. The bar usually doesn't get jumping til about midnight and can go on all night long. They play a great variety of music and the bar and bartenders are very good. Located next to Kuba on the beach.

House
- One of the newest addition in Playa for dance clubs. It's located where the old Requim was between 5th and 10th on 6th. They have an pay one price and drink all you can for the night. They play mostly Techno and House music. A fun place to visit if you want to dance.

Cueva Maya
- Want to really feel like your in Mexico, then this club will be for you. They have live bands, dance music and much more. The club is fashioned after a cave which makes it a very intresting place to visit. It is located on Juarez between 25th and 30th.





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