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ARCA

Mex$ 300 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 27 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining
Hot spot

ARCA is a contemporary Mexican restaurant led by chef José Luis Hinostroza, featuring a unique style distinguished by a variety of cultural influences. Since its opening in 2015, ARCA has quickly become an essential and prominent part of Tulum's growing culinary scene. Our culinary and beverage offerings pay tribute to the region, using the finest products sourced from local beaches and farms. Furthermore, our menus are constantly updated to reflect the seasons and the availability of the freshest ingredients.

ARCA Restaurant ranks No. 28 on the Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list, and ARCA’s bar holds No. 37 spot on North America`s 50 Best Bars list. ARCA is also recommended by the Michelin Guide Mexico.

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Executive chef: Jose Luis Hinostroza

From the OpenTable editors: This Caribbean jungle paradise treats diners to an unparalleled culinary experience. Chef José Luis Hinostroza's cuisine, recognized by World's 50 Best LATAM and the MICHELIN guide, stands out for its elegant preparations and spectacular presentation. Standout dishes include octopus with longaniza sausage, tlayuda with mushroom chicharrón and mole, and smoked trout tostada. The tasting menu highlights Mayan flavors with sophisticated presentations. Additionally, the cocktail selection, applauded by The World's 50 Best Bars, is a bonus.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
Mex$ 300 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:30 pm–11:59 pm
Website
http://www.arcatulum.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Km. 7.6, Centro, Tulum, ROO 77760
Neighbourhood
Tulum
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

DZIKILPAKMX$470.00
Dip de pepitas ahumadas - miso de pepitas - flor de calabaza - cilantro criollo - aceite de cebollín - tostadas tatemadas
CRUDO DE CALLO DE HACHAMX$750.00
Aguachile de serrano y tomatillo fermentado - aceite de zacate limón - polvo de lechuga de mar - salicornia - chicharrón de callo y amaranto - kosho de lima local - aguacate y pepino parrillado
CRUDO DE ATÚN ALETA AZULMX$700.00
Aguachile de chile morita y ciruela local fermentada - kosho de jamaica - oxalis - toronja - rábano sandía lacto fermentado - tostadas de tapioca
TARTAR VENADO LOCALMX$600.00
Salsa macha - jícama - queso cotixa - chaya parrilllada - tostadas tatemadas
BROCOLINI PARRILLADOMX$420.00
Aderezo césar - suero de parmesano - cebollín - parmesano crujiente - alcaparras fritas
TACOS DE JAIBA CONCHA SUAVEMX$540.00
En témpura de amaranto y mezcal - kosho de xoconostle y habanero - emulsión de hoja santa - hoja santa parrillada
CAMARONES DE CAMPECHEMX$520.00
Rostisados en mantequilla de chile morita - vinagre de plátano macho - salsa de chile manzano
ESQUITES DE CANGREJOMX$640.00
Maíz cacahuazintle - carne de cangrejo ahumada - bisque cangrejo y coco - polvo de flamboyan - maíz tostado - chorizo
TOSTADA DE TRUCHA AHUMADAMX$720.00
En hojas de pimiento gorda - chicharrón de piel de trucha - emulsión de aceite de hojas verdes de pimienta gorda - grosella fermentada - cilantro
LOBINA RAYADAMX$720.00
Sellada en aceite de coco - mole verde caribeño - ensalada de coco y jícama - serrano - aceite de albahaca local
CALABAZA LOCALMX$520.00
A la parrilla - témpura de flores de calabaza - ensalada de hojas de calabaza y guías - mole de semillas de calabaza - granola de pepitas tostadas
PULPO AL PASTORMX$700.00
Cocinado en tepache - adobo de guajillo - mole de lentajas - granola de lentejas - rábanos encurtidos - salsa de chile catix y pimienta gorda
CARNITAS DE LECHÓNMX$750.00
Ahumadas en madera de canela fresca - reducción de orejón - verdogala - vinagre de mucílago de cacao local - aceite de hojas verdes de canela - tortillas
TUETANO ROSTIZADOMX$620.00
Rostizado al horno de leña - glaseado de tamarindo y pasilla - chile serrano - pan de pulque a la parrilla
TLAYUDA DE SETASMX$480.00
Setas parrilladas - chicharrón de hongos - mole de huitlacoche cebollón - sésamo negro - mastuerzo
TLAYUDA DE WAGUY MEXICANOMX$820.00
Sésamo negro - mole de huitlacoche y tuétano - queso chiapas - carnitas de rabo de toro
PAN DE PULQUEMX$250.00
mantequilla de coco
TORTILLASMX$250.00
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What 843 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cancun / Riviera Maya
Mexican
Tulum
Best Overall
Tulum
Best Food
Tulum
Best Ambience
Tulum
Innovative
Tulum
Great for creative cocktails
Tulum
Hot spot
Tulum
Neighbourhood gem
Tulum
Great for fine wines
Tulum
Romantic
Tulum
Good for special occasions
Tulum
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Review summary

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ARCA in Tulum offers a "magical ambiance" and "stunningly presented" dishes that showcase the best of modern Mexican cuisine. Guests rave about the "unbelievable flavors" and "knowledgeable staff" who provide top-notch service. Highlights include the suckling pig, octopus, and bone marrow. While some note the high prices, the "overall experience" is unforgettable.

843 Reviews

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Jennifer
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals we ever had. The soft sell crabs a must
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Ted
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
True to their rating. Food was impressive However, while seated they released two clouds of insect repellent of some kind, both of which engulfed me & my food No Bueno
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Ingrid
Monterrey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente experiencia. Probamos los tacos de jaiba, los camarones y el pulpo, todos exquisitos con sabores únicos y bien equilibrados. El servicio y el ambiente de lo mejor. Sin duda, regresaremos.
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Patrick
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service un peu trop rapide mais bien rattrapé par le serveur, cuisine intéressante, bémol sur le bruit des groupes électrogènes, cocktails au top et bonne musique
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Tim
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best meal in Tulum! The food, service, and atmosphere is unbeatable.
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Sarabeth
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unreal! Such a treasure and memorable life experience. My husband is not an adventurous eater because he is celiac, and he loved it. The flavors are well crafted and complex. The thoughtfulness of the ingredients gives each dish a story. This was the highlight of our trip.
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Allegra
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
By far the best meal we had in tulum and one of our favorites maybe ever. From cocktails to dessert, the meal was delicious. A must if dining in Tulum.
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Vivienne
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was exceptionally good. Wait staff was attentive, well-informed, personable, and effective. The food was amazing — the “Whole Squash” was a strong favorite, maybe even an all-time favorite: thoughtful composition of sophisticated textures and flavors, yet rustic and seemingly effortless. Loved “Green Garden” the bright floral gin cocktail with a basil oil finish. The jungle-like ambience in close proximity to an energized, busy kitchen was an absolute treat.
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Jennifer
Atlanta
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish, it was one of the best dining experiences ever! Every dish was delicious and beautifully prepared! The octopus was my favorite. Our servers were so helpful. We will return to try the other items on the menu we didn’t get a chance to indulge this time.
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Charles
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Staff and service is not up to par of a Michelin rated establishment. Very rushed and not friendly. Food taste/quality is excellent. Does not cater to people with food allergies. Hartwood and Casa Banana much better choice. ARCA is worth skipping in Tulum.
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ARCA is rated 4.7 stars by 843 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 27, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 27 times today

Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Km. 7.6, Centro, Tulum, ROO 77760

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Tulum
Hours of Operation
Daily 5:30 pm–11:59 pm
Price
Mex$ 300 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.arcatulum.com/

ARCA

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Popular dishes

BONE MARROW

MAYAN OCTOPUS

ROASTED PRAWNS

Menu

A la carta

DZIKILPAKMX$470.00

CRUDO DE CALLO DE HACHAMX$750.00

CRUDO DE ATÚN ALETA AZULMX$700.00

TARTAR VENADO LOCALMX$600.00

BROCOLINI PARRILLADOMX$420.00

TACOS DE JAIBA CONCHA SUAVEMX$540.00

CAMARONES DE CAMPECHEMX$520.00

ESQUITES DE CANGREJOMX$640.00

TOSTADA DE TRUCHA AHUMADAMX$720.00

LOBINA RAYADAMX$720.00

CALABAZA LOCALMX$520.00

PULPO AL PASTORMX$700.00

CARNITAS DE LECHÓNMX$750.00

TUETANO ROSTIZADOMX$620.00

TLAYUDA DE SETASMX$480.00

TLAYUDA DE WAGUY MEXICANOMX$820.00

PAN DE PULQUEMX$250.00

TORTILLASMX$250.00

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