Hyatt Ziva Cancun is known for great food and excellent drinks, which you can find at the 8 restaurants, cafe, dessert parlor, and 7 bars (including an on-site microbrewery!). For those looking for high-end restaurants and bars while still maintaining a family-friendly, all-inclusive atmosphere, look no further than the gorgeous Hyatt Ziva Cancun!

There are eight restaurants at Hyatt Ziva Cancun, including one Chef’s Table ($) specialty dining experience, and one adults-only restaurant for guests 18 and older. Between the various international cuisine offerings, the buffet, coffee, beer, dessert, and healthy offerings, there is truly something for everyone at this family-friendly resort.

Each restaurant has its own policies for dress code, reservations (not required everywhere, don’t worry!), hours, menus, and more. Let’s dive in!

Dress code for Restaurants at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

Just like every all-inclusive resort, Hyatt Ziva Cancun does have dress code requirements for different restaurants around the property.  While that may feel restrictive, just think about sitting down to a fine steak dinner, and having a wet, shirtless person amble up and sit down at the table next to yours… yuck!  These dress code requirements help maintain a luxurious atmosphere, and keep the fun, water, and sand where they belong – outside!!

Here are the different dress code designations at Hyatt Ziva Cancun, defined:

Beach attire

Swimsuit attire is welcome

Casual or Resort Casual attire

Access with dry bathing suits is permitted. 

Men require a t-shirt and women require a cover-up. 

Sandals are required. (no going barefoot!)

Smart Casual attire

Men should wear long pants, dress shorts, or bermuda shorts. Long sleeves, three-quarter sleeves, polo shirts, or linen shirts. Close-toed shoes or dress sandals

Women should wear a dress or jumpsuit (pants or shorts) and dress shoes

Not allowed: Hats, beach sandals, tennis shoes, sportswear, hoodies, flip-flops, crocks, slippers, or caps.

Resort Formal attire

Elegant evening wear is required for both men and women.

Men should wear trousers, plus close-toed shoes or dress sandals. 

Women should wear dress sandals.

Dining Reservations at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

Restaurants at Hyatt Ziva Cancun do not require reservations. Seating is available on a first come, first served basis. 

However, it is recommended that you make reservations for the following dining experiences upon arrival at the resort: Teppanyaki at The Moongate (because tables are limited), dinner at La Bastille (this adults only restaurant is in high demand), and the Chef’s Table. (You can book this exclusive, 6-course dining experience for up to just 12 guests for an additional cost.)

Note that you can only make dining reservations once you have arrived and physically checked in at the resort. Dining reservations cannot be made in advance for Hyatt Ziva Cancun.

Food Restrictions and Food Allergies at Hyatt Ziva Cancun 

One thing I always ask my destination wedding couples about during our complimentary consultation calls is food allergies among their group. Not all resorts do an amazing job of handling allergies or food preferences and needs. Luckily, Hyatt Ziva Cancun does an amazing job of this, and always takes great care of their guests!

The resort offers gluten-free and vegetarian options, and additional assistance is available to accommodate any other food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Ironically, the steak house, Tradewinds, is known for having many vegan and vegetarian options that are absolutely delicious! And if you’re ever at a restaurant and need them to make something off-menu to accommodate your needs, they are usually very kind and willing to do so! 

Just be sure to always let the wait staff or servers know about your specific needs at each restaurant each time you dine. Remember, there are probably a thousand guests on property at a time, and hundreds of staff members working various shifts. It’s always up to you to let them know your needs.

To help with this, I strongly encourage you to make cards with a list of your needs in both English and Spanish, so there is no confusion, and you can get what you need.

Restaurants at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

There are eight fabulous restaurants at Hyatt Ziva Cancun, each offering their own unique and delicious cuisine. Let’s check them out:

La Bastille

Adults only, for 18+

Hours: 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress code: Casual

This adults-only restaurant offers upscale, French cuisine in a swanky, romantic atmosphere. The menu includes a variety of starters (salad, foie gras, hollandaise, and more), delicious soups, several main courses, and my personal favorite – French desserts!

There are also several “Premium Experience” menu items that you can choose from for an additional cost, such as scargots, lobster, wagyu, or tomahawk steak.

Finally the bar at La Bastille offers signature, French inspired cocktails. Some include the Notre Dame (Vermut Russo, sparkling wine, and brown sugar syrup), or the J’adore (vodka citrus, cassis liquor, and pineapple). 

The Moongate

Hours: 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Dress code: Smart casual

I love this Asian Fusion restaurant at Hyatt Ziva Cancun! It’s got Teppanyaki tables, served by amazing chefs, which you should probably make a reservation for if you love having Teppanyaki on vacation. They also offer dim sum, sushi, stir fry, and more!  There are options for a la carte dining or selections from the Teppanyaki grill menu. 

The bar at The Moongate also offers a variety of signature cocktails, such as the Fresh Moongate (mezcal, cucumber, and rosemary syrup) to Lychee Midnight (vodka, lychee, ginger syrup, ,and pineapple).

Lorenzo’s

Hours: Breakfast from 8 am – 10:30 am

Lunch: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Dinner: 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress code:  Breakfast and Lunch: Dry Casual

Dinner: Casual (no swimsuits)

This rustic Italian restaurant boasts a wood-fired pizza oven, an antipasti bar, and dozens of delicious, Italian favorites.  Their antipasti bar offers a selection of fresh olive oils, breads, meats, cheeses, and salads. It’s one of my favorite places to eat at Hyatt Ziva Cancun!

In addition to some breakfast staples like fruit, yogurt, and eggs, it also offers Italian options, such as a gratin croissant, caramel waffles, or salmon bagel. 

For lunch, you can start with a caprese salad and bruschetta or squid, before diving into your choice of delicious pastas, scallops, a fish of the day, or wood-fired pizza.

Lorenzo’s dinner offers great starters in their soups such as spinach cream and Genovese pesto minestrone, beef or salmon carpaccio. Their pastas are divine, and their main courses will leave you satisfied – whether you choose veal, salmon, chicken, octopus, steak, or eggplant!

There are numerous vegetarian options to choose from, as well as a very sweet kids’ menu, to satisfy your youngest Italian fans!  You can also choose to upgrade to a “premium experience” for an additional cost.

And of course, the bar offers several tasty signature cocktails, from Piamonte to a Mona Lisa, and a wide variety of wine.

Chevy’s

Hours: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Dress code: Dry casual – be sure to wear cover-ups, shirts, and shoes!

This American Diner has a Chevrolet right there in the middle of the restaurant, and offers a fun place to grab a burger and shake during your stay, making it a favorite among families at Hyatt Ziva.

Unsurprisingly, Chevy’s offers some American favorites, like a blooming onion, corn ribs, nachos, chili cheese fries, and more. Luckily they also offer some healthier options, like salads (pear, buffalo, and garden), along with their wide variety of burgers. Included in the standard menu are classic, Mexican, shrimp, bbq, smash, Korean, and buffalo burgers! 

There are also many sandwiches – fish, philly steak, and po’boys. Plus you can get a variety of hot dogs (classic, Mexican, chilli, and double-cheese). And of course, they’ve got some wonderful vegetarian options as well, namely a variety of veggie burgers. 

Littles love the kids’ menu here, where they offer mini burger, hot dogs, chicken fingers, and mac and cheese!

Finally, you can top it all off with one of their amazing desserts. Their ice cream, brownie, and whoopie pie ice cream cookie sandwich are great, but the fan favorite is the milkshake at Chevy’s!! They have classics, double-chocolate, and a Unicorn Milkshake! 

El Mercado

Hours: Breakfast: 7:00 am – 11:30 am

Lunch: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Dinner: 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Dress code: Breakfast and Lunch: Dry casual 

Dinner: Casual (no swimsuits)

Nearly every all-inclusive resort offers an international buffet, where you can find just about anything, and Hyatt Ziva Cancun is no exception. But the big difference here is that Hyatt Ziva Cancun is known for its fantastic food!! This is one of the best resort buffets in Mexico, and offers great selections all day!

This buffet is a fabulous option for those who don’t want to spend much time waiting for service in an a la carte restaurant, or just have a few minutes to grab a bite between wedding events at a destination wedding.

With many vegetarian and gluten free options, as well as buffet staples, I love this fantastic restaurant. Plus, you get your choice of views with both indoor and outdoor seating at this open, market-like buffet. 

Tradewinds

Hours: Breakfast: 7:00 am – 11:30 am

Dinner: 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress code: Breakfast: Dry casual

Dinner: Casual (no swimsuits)

Tradewinds offers a sit-down, a la carte breakfast menu in the morning. There are several healthy options, like avocado toast, detox salad (for those who partied the day before!), and granola bowls. And then there are more traditional Mexican breakfast options, such as chilaquiles , enfrijolada, codzitos, and more! 

Plus they’ve got breakfast classics like eggs many ways, pancakes, waffles, and french toast. Add some amazing coffee selections and juices, and you’ve got a fabulous, ocean front breakfast restaurant at Hyatt Ziva Cancun!

For dinner, Tradewinds offers a variety of cold and hot appetizers, salads, soups, and more! Then of course there’s a wide variety of ribs, steak, fish, burgers, chicken, and more options from the butcher. 

Hyatt Ziva’s Tradewinds steak house also offers several vegan and vegetarian options, plus a robust kids’ menu, making this a fabulous spot for the whole group! 

Finally, their bar offers several signature cocktails, such as an Eclipse, made with mezcal, cinnamon syrup, lime, ginger ale, and red wine. Their wide selection of drinks and desserts caps off an excellent menu for dinner at Hyatt Ziva Cancun!

Habaneros

Hours: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Dress code: Lunch: dry casual

You simply must try the fish tacos at this delicious Mexican cevicheria at Hyatt Ziva Cancun! In addition to that tried and true staple, they offer a variety of seafood, oysters, salad, tacos, tostadas, ceviches, and more! There are also several delicious vegetarian options, kids meals, , and some amazing specialty cocktails! If you love Mexican food, seafood, or both, this is the perfect place to share a delicious meal!

Chef’s Table

Hours: Dinner at 6:00pm and 9:00 pm

Dress code: Casual (no swimsuits)

Note: This speciality dining experience comes at an additional cost

For an additional fee, you can enjoy an exclusive culinary journey through a six-course tasting menu next to the Hyatt Ziva prime show kitchen. The exquisite menu options are paired with signature cocktails, handcrafted (in-house!!) beers, and delicious wines.

The chef’s table can seat up to 12, which is perfect for small groups such as a rehearsal dinner or intimate wedding reception dinner. Due to the exclusivity of the experience, it must be booked in advance with the Gourmet Concierge.

If you’re looking for an up-scale, premium culinary experience, the Hyatt Ziva Cancun Chef’s Table will knock your socks off!

Casa del Café

Hours: 6:00 am – 11:00 pm

Dress code: Dry Casual

Hyatt Ziva Cancun boasts a comfy coffee shop in Casa del Café. With comfy seating and numerous beverage options like espressos, cappuccinos, and more, this is the perfect spot to sip, savor, and relax!

Pasteles

Hours: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress code: Dry Casual

One of my absolute favorite spots at Hyatt Ziva Cancun is the dessert parlor, Pasteles. It looks like it fell right out of the world of Charlie and the Chocolate factory, and offers desserts, candies, ice creams, pastries, and more!! They also offer some specialty dessert experiences, such as fresh cotton candy, made-to-order crepes, and chocolate fountains!

While this is obviously a family favorite, dessert knows no age bounds, and this is a super fun place for anyone to visit!

Bars at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

There are seven fantastic bars at Hyatt Ziva Cancun. These bars are spread out so you can enjoy them indoors, on the rooftop, in a nightclub, at the pool, or inside the infinity pool, and have a wide variety of hours so you can start your cervezas, margaritas, or favorite cocktail of choice early in the day!! (why not, you’re on vacation at an all-inclusive resort!!)

Healthy Juana’s Smoothies / Juana Margarita

Hours: Breakfast & Healthy Smoothies: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Lounge & Margaritas: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress code: dry casual

Start off your morning with a healthy smoothie at this delicious juice bar, tucked away under a staircase!

Then in the evening, this quiet lounge space turns into a delicious margarita and mezcalita bar!  This is a fabulous place for a destination wedding after party or just to grab a tasty marg at the end of a long day in the sun!

The Den

Hours: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am

Dress code: Casual

This green, cozy cocktail bar offers a variety of signature cocktails made by a fabulous mixologist!

Tres Cerveza’ Brewery

Hours: Lunch: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Dinner: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Dress Code: Resort Casual

One of the coolest and most unique parts of Hyatt Ziva Cancun is their microbrewery at Tres Cerveza!! Three high-quality beers are brewed here in-house by the resort’s brewmaster!! How cool is that!? 

Relax in the evening with a handcrafted beer and enjoy the Mexican Cantina experience!

Bar Del Mar

Hours: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Dress Code: Pool or beach attire – swimsuits allowed

This pool-deck bar is a great place to enjoy a delicious cocktail by the pool while taking in the incredible views of the beach and Caribbean sea!  While they can make any drinks you desire, their specialties are Sex on the Beach (vodka, pineapple juice, and orange juice) and Green Eyes (coconut rum, melon liqueur, and pineapple juice).

Dips & Sips

Hours: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Pool Lunch Hours: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Food Truck Lunch Hours: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Dress Code: Pool or beach attire – swimsuits allowed

Swim-up bars are a perennial favorite at all-inclusive resorts, and for good reason! Enjoy the convenience of swimming right up to get a drink inside the beautiful infinity pool and enjoy the in-pool seating. Or order a delicious, tropical cocktail and snack from the pool area to enjoy while you relax! 

Some days, Hyatt Ziva also provides a Dips & Sips food truck with delicious Asian food (spring rolls, stir-friend rice, teriyaki chicken, sweet & sour chicken, and vegetarian meals!)

Punta Vista Bar

Hours: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Dress Code: Pool or Beach attire – swimsuits allowed

While enjoying delicious drinks, crafted by their mixologist, take in the panoramic views from the rooftop pool, Punta Vista Bar.  Since Hyatt Ziva Cancun is located at the “tip of the 7” of the Cancun Hotel Zone, the resort is out at the tip of the peninsula and almost completely surrounded by water. This makes for the BEST views in Cancun, and this bar is the best place to see them!

Saasil Bar (Night Club – 18+)

Hours: 6:00 pm – 1:00 am

Dress Code: Casual (no swim suits, no tank tops for men)

The resort’s night club, Saasil Bar is located near the lobby, and pays tribute to Mayan culture with its artwork and decor. This night club offers something for your adult destination wedding guests who want to stay up late and party into the night!! 

With this many fantastic restaurant and bar options, you and your destination wedding guests can spend many days at Hyatt Ziva Cancun! I know when I go back, I’ll be having Mexican, Italian, and Asian food for dinner, after hitting up the pool bar or buffet for lunch, and the incredibly fun dessert parlor for a mid-day snack!!

If you’ve got any questions about Hyatt Ziva Cancun, just send me an email. I’d be happy to help!

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