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Alux: Dinner in a Cave in Playa del Carmen

Alux is a restaurant inside a natural cave. Hours, reservations, minimum spend, vegan dishes and how to get there from 5th Avenue.

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Book Alux for a special dinner. You eat inside a natural cave, and the setting is the reason to go.

Key takeaways

  • It is on Avenida Benito Juárez. It is open daily, 5:30pm to 11pm.
  • Reservations are needed. The dress code is smart casual.
  • It is expensive. Expect a minimum spend of about MXN 1,000 per person.
  • Several dishes are vegan, including a cauliflower dish, tomato tartare, a truffle mushroom tortilla and a vegan burger.
  • The walk from 5th Avenue is 30 to 40 minutes. Take a taxi at night.
Dining room inside the cave at Alux restaurant in Playa del Carmen
Inside the cave at Alux.

When to go

Book for 5:30 to 6:30pm. You will have time to look around the cave and take photos before the later crowd.

A table at Alux restaurant in Playa del Carmen
A table at Alux.

Is it worth it

Yes, for an anniversary or a celebration. The price makes sense if you value the setting as much as the food. It is not a casual local meal.

FAQ

Do I need a reservation at Alux?

Yes. Reservations are needed.

How much does Alux cost?

Expect a minimum spend of about MXN 1,000 per person.

Does Alux have vegan food?

Yes. Several dishes are vegan.

How do I get there from 5th Avenue?

Take a taxi. The walk is 30 to 40 minutes.

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