Tulum is a small town south of Cancun with a Bohemian and hippie vibe. The main areas to stay in Tulum are the center and the hotel zone, where the beaches are. In the center, you can find a more authentic, although still touristic, México. At the hotel zone, you will find a more polished environment, with more stylish architecture, boutique shops, fancy restaurants and hotels.
1. Taqueria Honorio / $ / Google Maps
If you’re looking for great tacos, one of the most well known is Taqueria Honorio. The tacos here are great, but you got to get here early since they close at 3pm. Try the Cochinita Pibil and the Relleno Negro. Closed on Tuesdays.
Address: Satélite Sur 19, Tulum Centro, Villas Huracanes, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
2. Taqueria La Chiapaneca / $ / Google Maps
Taqueria La Chiapaneca is great to have a quick snack (antojito) or a meal. It is a simple and local restaurant where you can get cheap and delicious tacos o tortas al pastor and other fillings (guisos). Seeing how the big pastor meat is cut outside the restaurant is mesmerizing.
Address: Calle Acuario Nte. 3, Tulum Centro, Tobiano, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
3. El Camello Jr. / $$ / Google Maps
Come here to find one of the local’s secret for amazing ceviche. They have different types of ceviches of different size, and portions are very generous. Order the mixed ceviche to try a bit of everything.
Address: Carretera Chetumal-Cancun Locales 1 y 2 Lte 3 Mza 40, Centro, 77600 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
Bonus: Cara Feliz Cafe / $ / Google Maps
Cara Feliz is a cafe and bookstore with different environments. For those looking for a place to work or have a cup of coffee and read a book, make this your first stop.
Address: Calle Beta Nte. Mza 2, Lte 2, Tulum Centro, centro, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico