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Cetli

Cetli

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Tulum
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7.2/10
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    Gordon W.
    "Wonderful Yucatan cuisine!"(3 Tips)
    Stumble A.
    "Try the chile en nogada -..."(2 Tips)
    Condé Nast Traveler
    "delicious white mole with fish and a spicy margarita."(3 Tips)
    Serena
    "... moles and all of the stuffed peppers. we found the famed margs to be a bit sweet"(2 Tips)
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  • Serena
    SerenaOctober 13, 2014
    it's worth venturing off the beach road to dine at this gem. standouts include the gratis appetizers, amazingly complex moles and all of the stuffed peppers. we found the famed margs to be a bit sweet
  • Megan M.
    Megan MastersDecember 31, 2012
    Great ambiance, impeccable details, adorable place. Service was slower than expected for the price and the food was indeed very good and well thought out, but missing that "extra something."
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    Nora ChoApril 17, 2018
    Really challenged our tasting palet, in a very positive way. Complex dishes, modern Mexican cuisine. Location looks off on the outside, but is a gem inside. Hosts were more than superb. Def recommend
  • Condé Nast Traveler
    Condé Nast TravelerOctober 26, 2016
    “It serves authentic Yucatán dishes in a dreamy setting, run out of a family home. You simply cannot go wrong with the delicious white mole with fish and a spicy margarita.” - Deana Saukam Read more
  • allison
    allisonMay 22, 2015
    A true gem and Tulum must-do. The chef makes food out of her home with cuisine influences from all over Mexico.
  • Fodor's Travel
    Fodor's TravelJuly 12, 2018
    Pair it with the tamarind margarita. Live music, candlelight, traditional Mayan decorative objects and warm, attentive service complete this slow food experience. Read more
  • Jamie H.
    Jamie HutchinsOctober 31, 2014
    For me the best place in Tulum. Food was authentic and simple, hiding the complexity of technique and flavour. I loved the atmosphere and the food.
  • Gordon W.heart icon on user image
    Gordon WrightApril 5, 2014
    Wonderful Yucatan cuisine! The peanut mole is amazing. Make sure you make a reservation the day before or you'll be turned away.
  • Ellie R.heart icon on user image
    Ellie RJanuary 4, 2017
    This place will change your life. Tamarind margs. Salads. Everything was AMAZING.
  • Katty D.
    Katty De RoeckJuly 9, 2013
    Best restaurant I found in Yucatán : passionate people who transmit you her passion of the very tasty Mexican gourmet food.
  • Josh R.
    Josh RhodeAugust 30, 2013
    Unbelievably good. Small, intimate, quiet. The chef.. she has a seriously killer cocktail up her sleeve too.
  • Nora C.heart icon on user image
    Nora ChoApril 17, 2018
    Everything on the menu is good!
  • Mollie B.heart icon on user image
    Mollie BarnesAugust 29, 2016
    Chiles en nogada are sublime. A great dining experience.
  • Dave R.
    Dave RusliMarch 31, 2017
    I showed up for a 6.30 PM reservation . The restaurant was dead - only one or two other tables but it took them ONE hour to even get my appetizer out. They may be severely understaffed but still...
  • Stumble A.
    Stumble AbroadApril 26, 2012
    Try the Crispy Prosciutto Salad - http://stumbleabroad.com/tulum/food/gourmet-cuisine-of-mexico-at-cetli
  • Anita M.heart icon on user image
    Anita MathewMarch 16, 2015
    Complimentary appetizer is not bad but overall disappointed in the attempt to chic/gourmet-fy Mexican food. There's far better and cheaper places with authentic Mexican food
  • Stumble A.
    Stumble AbroadApril 26, 2012
    Try the Appetizer Board - http://stumbleabroad.com/tulum/food/gourmet-cuisine-of-mexico-at-cetli
  • Tania K.heart icon on user image
    Tania KachazaJanuary 2, 2018
    Mexican food beautifully executed! 👌🏼
  • Ethan F.
    Ethan FarberJanuary 29, 2013
    Hard to find. None of the concierges know it. AMAZING. Note: Cash only.
  • Stumble A.
    Stumble AbroadApril 26, 2012
    Try the chile en nogada - http://stumbleabroad.com/tulum/food/gourmet-cuisine-of-mexico-at-cetli
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    nichole bFebruary 1, 2016
    The house special
  • Jyoti G.
    Jyoti GillJanuary 9, 2023
    cute spot but food isn’t very good & there are a lot of flies
  • Marian T.heart icon on user image
    Marian ToaderMarch 23, 2018
    Interesting Mexican food
  • Kalpana S.heart icon on user image
    Kalpana SinghOctober 28, 2014
    Stuffed pepper
  • Jennifer Y.
    Jennifer YipDecember 21, 2017
    Overrated and expensive. Also, do not walk here– there are no sidewalks and it's very dark!
  • Anna R.
    Anna RudenkoJanuary 14, 2017
    Nice design, but food is not tasty, didn't like it, overpriced and overrated.
  • Getse A.
    Getse AnzarNovember 12, 2014
    El pan de budín es GLORIOSO, en general la comida muy rica y el ambiente muy lindo , aunque el servicio es muy lento.
  • Rossheart icon on user image
    RossAugust 11, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Todo delicioso. Auténtica comida mexicana, no yucateca. Hermosa decoración típica mexicana, muy original. Altamente recomendable.
  • HECTOR J.heart icon on user image
    HECTOR JuarezFebruary 14, 2017
    Chile en nogada, enchiladas, postre ninbe, mmm una adicción
  • Jacob I.heart icon on user image
    Jacob IvelićFebruary 8, 2020
    Muy bueno todo. Excelentes sabores y calidad.
  • Damián C.
    Damián CanoOctober 25, 2013
    La especialidad de la casa es un must!
  • Francesca P.heart icon on user image
    Francesca PesaresiFebruary 9, 2016
    Increíble comida !!!
  • Sinahí A.
    Sinahí ArceFebruary 24, 2017
    La comida es buena, pero el servicio muy lento.
  • Tucho Q.
    Tucho QApril 25, 2014
    Si lo encuentras... entra y prueba, gourmet con toque yucateco prehispánico. Muy recomendable!!!
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