Tauro Steakhouse

Tauro was the sole dining experience from the week that didn't even come with the great service we had enjoyed elsewhere on the property. The NY strip on the presentation plate they brought out before ordering was twice as thick as what was served on my plate. I ordered rare and got medium. The meat was no better than I would get at a chain grocery store in the US which makes sense since it is advertised as being from the Midwest of the US. The mashed potatoes were slimy and inedible not to mention $15USD for a single scoop. The chimichurri was more oil than herbs and inexplicably had finely chopped tomato. It, too, was and extra $15USD. For a sauce. That means that the side and the sauce cost 2/3 what the steak cost. The chocolate cake was dense and flat. The drink I ordered was listed as having chili liquor, but had absolutely no kick whatsoever and honestly tasted watered down. And all of it was served in a space far too dimly lit and with cheap Persian "rug" wall decorations that looked like someone printed them at a Kinko's. And don't even get me started on the outrageous pricing for all this. We happened to notice that one of the bottles of wine on their wine list was the exact same varietal and vintage as one we had ordered at Bassano the night prior but was literally twice the price at Tauro. Shameles. The only positive comment I heard was that the creme brulee was lovely. It's also highly suspicious that the Google listing keeps showing as permanently closed. We were told that this restaurant was brand new. Seems fishy. Review manipulation?

This was the best restaurant experience we had while traveling in the area. The steakhouse was closed at the resort where we were staying, so we made a reservation here. What a great decision! Justino provided excellent service, as did the host who greeted us. The crabcake appetizer and cod were cooked to perfection. My husband said the burger rivaled anything he'd had in NYC. We'll definitely make this restaurant a must do next time we're in the region. One quick tip if you're not staying on property, be sure to confirm that the restaurant has put you on the list with the guard shack or you may have some delay getting onto the property.

The restaurant takes itself very seriously and tries hard to present itself as a high class steakhouse. The service is top notch to the level that it's almost annoying. The place is nicely decorated and the atmosphere is nice. However, the steak I had was far from what one expects for such price level. I'm not a big fan of a NY striploin to begin with, but the cuts selection is not big if you're looking for an 8 to 12 ounce piece. The steak I got wasn't as soft as a good striploin can be. It also arrived a little too cold and had too much salt and pepper on it. I asked for a side of fries and it was a disaster. They were tired looking, hard, and tasted like something even a fast-food joint wouldn't serve. The rest of the food was nice enough (a crab cake,hair loom tomatoes salad, and onion rings) but nothing too exciting. The highlight of our meal was the bread...

While vacationing in Playa Del Carmen, my friend and I made a reservation to eat at this steakhouse based on Google reviews. The ambience, drinks, food and service were seriously exceptional. We did not stay at this resort but from the gate to our dining experience, we were treated warmly at every turn. The food was fantastic. I had the rib eye steak with a side of wedges, salad and dessert and all were delicious. We had dinner with a view, opted to sit outside to enjoy the evening breeze, water and the soft jazz playing in the background. If you love steak, I'd recommend this restaurant during your visit to Playa Del Carmen even if you don't stay at this particular resort.

We arrived at the Fairmont Mayakoba late in the evening due to a delayed flight, but dining at Tauro was an amazing experience! The food was delicious, and the service was outstanding. As someone who often visits the best steakhouses in NYC, I can confidently say that the quality of meat at Tauro exceeded my expectations! Highly recommend that you have dinner there more than once while visiting Fairmont Mayakoba!

Michelin star experience. The food is delicious and the service is perfect (thanks Roberto!). An elevated but authentic Mexican steakhouse experience with exquisite local and European wines. Book well in advance because you don't want to miss it, trust me! There was also a pianist the night we went which just sealed the deal for best meal in PDC/Mayan Riviera.

Inventive dishes, a delightful blend of Asian and Latin. The sushi is for if you are really missing it, beyond that every other dish is great. Try the crispy tofu, miso cod (surprisingly yum), and human chicken. The veggie fried rice is a very good portion, order it for sharing. Service is great, as you likely expect of the Fairmont.

One of the best restaurants at Fairmont Mayakoba. Food was delicious! We ate here the majority of our stay. If you like key lime pie you must order their deconstructed version!