Compare the four restaurants at La Casa de la Playa by cuisine, atmosphere, reservation requirements and dining experience.
La Casa de la Playa presents four principal restaurants: Tuch de Luna, XAL, Centli and Lumbre. Tuch de Luna explores Mexican culture through the cuisine of Chef Martha Ortiz, XAL follows the historic Manila Galleon route, Centli represents southern Mexico and Lumbre focuses on the cuisine of northern Mexico. Tuch de Luna and XAL require reservations.
Use this overview to compare the four primary restaurants at La Casa de la Playa by culinary focus, ideal occasion and reservation requirements.
| Restaurant | Cuisine or experience | Best for | Important notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuch de Luna | Expressive Mexican cuisine by Chef Martha Ortiz | Special occasions and creative Mexican dining | Reservation required |
| XAL | Cuisine inspired by Spain, Mexico and the Philippines | Travel-inspired tasting and culinary exploration | Reservation required |
| Centli | Cuisine from southern Mexico | Regional ingredients and southern Mexican flavors | Created by the Rivera-Rio brothers |
| Lumbre | Cuisine from northern Mexico | Fire-led dishes and northern Mexican traditions | Created by the Rivera-Rio brothers |
Explore the individual restaurant guides for more information about each culinary concept and dining experience.
Chef Martha Ortiz presents an expressive interpretation of Mexican culture, ingredients, and culinary storytelling.
View Tuch de LunaA syncretic concept inspired by the Manila Galleon route connecting Spain, Mexico, and the Philippines.
View XALCuisine from southern Mexico created by Rodrigo, Daniel, and Patricio Rivera-Río.
View CentliNorthern Mexican cuisine created by the Rivera-Río brothers and shaped by regional traditions and fire.
View LumbreEach restaurant presents a distinct culinary perspective, making the best choice dependent on the region, atmosphere and level of structure you prefer.
Choose Tuch de Luna for an expressive Mexican experience shaped by the culinary style of Chef Martha Ortiz.
XAL explores the cultural and culinary connections between Spain, Mexico and the Philippines.
Centli focuses on the ingredients, traditions and culinary identity of southern Mexico.
Lumbre highlights northern Mexican traditions through regional ingredients and fire-led preparations.
Tuch de Luna and XAL require reservations. Reserve as early as possible when dining at a preferred time is important to your stay.
These restaurants form part of the La Casa de la Playa experience. Access for outside visitors or guests of another Xcaret property should not be assumed.
Restaurant inclusions depend on the selected reservation, package, and current hotel terms. Certain wines, premium beverages, or specialized experiences may cost extra.
Menus, operating hours, reservation procedures, dress expectations, and included dining benefits can change. Confirm the current information for your travel dates.
La Casa de la Playa presents four principal restaurants: Tuch de Luna, XAL, Centli and Lumbre. Each restaurant focuses on a different interpretation of Mexican or internationally connected cuisine.
Tuch de Luna and XAL require reservations. Current reservation procedures and restaurant availability should be confirmed for the specific dates of your stay.
Tuch de Luna presents an expressive interpretation of Mexican cuisine by Chef Martha Ortiz. It is suited to guests seeking a creative, structured meal for a special occasion.
XAL presents a syncretic culinary concept inspired by the Manila Galleon trade route that connected Spain, Mexico and the Philippines.
Centli focuses on cuisine from southern Mexico, while Lumbre represents culinary traditions from northern Mexico. Both concepts were created by Rodrigo, Daniel and Patricio Rivera-Rio.
Dining inclusions depend on the selected reservation and current hotel terms. Certain wines, premium beverages or specialized culinary experiences may carry additional charges.
Access should not be assumed. The restaurants are part of the exclusive La Casa de la Playa experience, and access for guests staying at another Xcaret property depends on current hotel policies and any eligible package.
No. Menus, operating hours, dress expectations and reservation procedures can change seasonally or operationally. Confirm current information before your stay.
