Experience exceptional dining in Playa del Carmen at Lara&Luca. With a 4.7-star rating, enjoy delightful breakfast and desserts. Book your table today!
Laid-back cafe & bakery serving casual French-inspired breakfasts, sandwiches & salads.
This charming establishment in Playa del Carmen offers a delightful culinary experience, consistently earning a strong 4.7-star rating from its patrons. Diners frequently praise the exceptional service and the truly mouthwatering dishes available. Whether you're seeking a satisfying breakfast or a sweet treat, this spot delivers. The attentive and delightful staff contribute to a clean and intriguing atmosphere, making every visit memorable. The menu is commendably diverse, ensuring a good selection for every palate. A standout recommendation is the hotcakes, described as particularly tasty. This trendy food destination near Playacar is a worthwhile stop for anyone exploring the area.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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A magnificent restaurant in Playa Del Carmen with exceptional service and mouthwatering dishes. Whether you’re attending for breakfast or lunch you will not be disappointed. The staff were most delightful and attentive. The restaurant itself was very clean and had an intriguing feel. The menu is well diverse with a good selection. The hotcakes are a must to try; very tasty. Trendy food spot near Playa Car that’s worth a visit. Stopped by this place after seeing how good the food looked coming out of the kitchen—beautifully plated, fresh, and clearly made with care. The vibe is casual yet modern, with a trendy beach-town feel that fits the Playa Car scene perfectly. I ordered the croquette sandwich with an egg, and it absolutely delivered. The croquette was crispy on the outside, soft and savory inside, and the egg added a nice richness. What really elevated the whole dish, though, was the aioli—creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. It tied everything together beautifully. Honestly, they should bottle that stuff. A nice surprise was the complimentary yogurt with grains that came out before the meal. It was a thoughtful touch—light, subtly sweet, and a great palate teaser before the main dish arrived. It gave the whole experience a more refined feel without being pretentious. Service-wise, it was minimal but efficient. The waitress was polite but a bit dry—no real recommendations or extra engagement—but everything arrived promptly and correctly, so no complaints there. All in all, it’s a spot I’d happily return to. The food is excellent, the vibe is chill, and little touches like the complimentary yogurt show they’re paying attention. Definitely a solid find near Playa Car. An environment where you'll find a different gastronomic offering and a delicious fusion of flavors and combinations of dishes with a novel Mexican style, delicious comfort, and a very local and chic atmosphere. They have areas of opportunity in the service; one of the dishes we ordered was forgotten to be prepared, and we also asked three times for a simple order of bread to be served. It took more than 20 minutes. This is because they are waiting for the table, since the space is small, it doesn't work for the restaurant.
Find the Restaurant
Diag. Aeropuerto MZ 29-LT 4, fase II, Playacar, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
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August 16, 2025
A magnificent restaurant in Playa Del Carmen with exceptional service and mouthwatering dishes. Whether you’re attending for breakfast or lunch you will not be disappointed. The staff were most delightful and attentive. The restaurant itself was very clean and had an intriguing feel. The menu is well diverse with a good selection. The hotcakes are a must to try; very tasty.
June 6, 2025
Trendy food spot near Playa Car that’s worth a visit. Stopped by this place after seeing how good the food looked coming out of the kitchen—beautifully plated, fresh, and clearly made with care. The vibe is casual yet modern, with a trendy beach-town feel that fits the Playa Car scene perfectly. I ordered the croquette sandwich with an egg, and it absolutely delivered. The croquette was crispy on the outside, soft and savory inside, and the egg added a nice richness. What really elevated the whole dish, though, was the aioli—creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. It tied everything together beautifully. Honestly, they should bottle that stuff. A nice surprise was the complimentary yogurt with grains that came out before the meal. It was a thoughtful touch—light, subtly sweet, and a great palate teaser before the main dish arrived. It gave the whole experience a more refined feel without being pretentious. Service-wise, it was minimal but efficient. The waitress was polite but a bit dry—no real recommendations or extra engagement—but everything arrived promptly and correctly, so no complaints there. All in all, it’s a spot I’d happily return to. The food is excellent, the vibe is chill, and little touches like the complimentary yogurt show they’re paying attention. Definitely a solid find near Playa Car.
May 26, 2025
An environment where you'll find a different gastronomic offering and a delicious fusion of flavors and combinations of dishes with a novel Mexican style, delicious comfort, and a very local and chic atmosphere. They have areas of opportunity in the service; one of the dishes we ordered was forgotten to be prepared, and we also asked three times for a simple order of bread to be served. It took more than 20 minutes. This is because they are waiting for the table, since the space is small, it doesn't work for the restaurant.
October 8, 2025
I am a huge eggs benedict fan so of course I had to try the ones here. They did not disappoint. I would definitely eat them again, only note was that they were a little bit salty but that was off set by the lettuce they added on the side. The pancetta added a nice flavor too. My partner got the pancakes and he said they were extremely sweet but good (tasted more like a cake than breakfast). We also got agua con maracuyá and iced latte. Both were good but extremely sweet.
November 7, 2025
Lara & Luca is such a welcoming place to enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch in Playa del Carmen. We’ve always had great service and a warm welcome here — whether coming as a group of 8–10 or just the two of us, everything has always gone smoothly. They offer a wonderful variety of breakfast and lunch options, all fresh and tasty. Definitely one of those places where you feel cared for and happy to come back again and again! ☕🥐
Features and amenities that make Lara&Luca Playa special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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