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ARCA

MXN300 and under
Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Hot spot
ARCA is a contemporary Mexican restaurant led by chef José Luis Hinostroza, featuring a unique style distinguished by a variety of cultural influences. Since its opening in 2015, ARCA has quickly become an essential and prominent part of Tulum's growing culinary scene. Our culinary and beverage offerings pay tribute to the region, using the finest products sourced from local beaches and farms. Furthermore, our menus are constantly updated to reflect the seasons and the availability of the freshest ingredients.

ARCA Restaurant ranks No. 28 on the Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list, and ARCA’s bar holds No. 37 spot on North America`s 50 Best Bars list. ARCA is also recommended by the Michelin Guide Mexico.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Jose Luis Hinostroza

From the OpenTable editors: This Caribbean jungle paradise treats diners to an unparalleled culinary experience. Chef José Luis Hinostroza's cuisine, recognised by World's 50 Best LATAM and the MICHELIN guide, stands out for its elegant preparations and spectacular presentation. Must-try dishes include octopus with longaniza sausage, tlayuda with mushroom chicharrón and mole, and smoked trout tostada. The tasting menu highlights Mayan flavours with sophisticated presentations. Additionally, the cocktail selection, applauded by The World's 50 Best Bars, is a bonus.

Additional information

Menu

ARCA's menu was last updated 2024-10-01.

A la carta

  • DZIKILPAKMX$470.00

    Dip de pepitas ahumadas - miso de pepitas - flor de calabaza - cilantro criollo - aceite de cebollín - tostadas tatemadas

    • CRUDO DE CALLO DE HACHAMX$750.00

      Aguachile de serrano y tomatillo fermentado - aceite de zacate limón - polvo de lechuga de mar - salicornia - chicharrón de callo y amaranto - kosho de lima local - aguacate y pepino parrillado

      • CRUDO DE ATÚN ALETA AZULMX$700.00

        Aguachile de chile morita y ciruela local fermentada - kosho de jamaica - oxalis - toronja - rábano sandía lacto fermentado - tostadas de tapioca

        • TARTAR VENADO LOCALMX$600.00

          Salsa macha - jícama - queso cotixa - chaya parrilllada - tostadas tatemadas

          • BROCOLINI PARRILLADOMX$420.00

            Aderezo césar - suero de parmesano - cebollín - parmesano crujiente - alcaparras fritas

            • TACOS DE JAIBA CONCHA SUAVEMX$540.00

              En témpura de amaranto y mezcal - kosho de xoconostle y habanero - emulsión de hoja santa - hoja santa parrillada

              • CAMARONES DE CAMPECHEMX$520.00

                Rostisados en mantequilla de chile morita - vinagre de plátano macho - salsa de chile manzano

                • ESQUITES DE CANGREJOMX$640.00

                  Maíz cacahuazintle - carne de cangrejo ahumada - bisque cangrejo y coco - polvo de flamboyan - maíz tostado - chorizo

                  • TOSTADA DE TRUCHA AHUMADAMX$720.00

                    En hojas de pimiento gorda - chicharrón de piel de trucha - emulsión de aceite de hojas verdes de pimienta gorda - grosella fermentada - cilantro

                    • LOBINA RAYADAMX$720.00

                      Sellada en aceite de coco - mole verde caribeño - ensalada de coco y jícama - serrano - aceite de albahaca local

                      • CALABAZA LOCALMX$520.00

                        A la parrilla - témpura de flores de calabaza - ensalada de hojas de calabaza y guías - mole de semillas de calabaza - granola de pepitas tostadas

                        • PULPO AL PASTORMX$700.00

                          Cocinado en tepache - adobo de guajillo - mole de lentajas - granola de lentejas - rábanos encurtidos - salsa de chile catix y pimienta gorda

                          • CARNITAS DE LECHÓNMX$750.00

                            Ahumadas en madera de canela fresca - reducción de orejón - verdogala - vinagre de mucílago de cacao local - aceite de hojas verdes de canela - tortillas

                            • TUETANO ROSTIZADOMX$620.00

                              Rostizado al horno de leña - glaseado de tamarindo y pasilla - chile serrano - pan de pulque a la parrilla

                              • TLAYUDA DE SETASMX$480.00

                                Setas parrilladas - chicharrón de hongos - mole de huitlacoche cebollón - sésamo negro - mastuerzo

                                • TLAYUDA DE WAGUY MEXICANOMX$820.00

                                  Sésamo negro - mole de huitlacoche y tuétano - queso chiapas - carnitas de rabo de toro

                                  • PAN DE PULQUEMX$250.00

                                    mantequilla de coco

                                    • TORTILLASMX$250.00

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                                      Last updated: 1 October 2024

                                      What 861 people are saying

                                      ARCA reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                      4.7
                                      4.7 based on recent ratings
                                      • 4.7Food
                                      • 4.6Service
                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                      • 4.3Value

                                      Noise • Moderate

                                      Loved For

                                      • Cancun / Riviera Maya

                                        Mexican

                                      • Tulum

                                        Best Overall

                                      • Tulum

                                        Best Food

                                      • Tulum

                                        Innovative

                                      • Tulum

                                        Great for creative cocktails

                                      • Tulum

                                        Hot spot

                                      • Tulum

                                        Neighbourhood gem

                                      • Tulum

                                        Great for fine wines

                                      • Tulum

                                        Most Booked

                                      Review summary

                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                      Arca in Tulum offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service." Guests rave about its "unique and delicious flavor combinations," with standout dishes like soft shell crab tacos and sea bass. The ambiance is "cool and chic," and the staff is "attentive and knowledgeable." Despite being pricey, it's "worth every penny."

                                      861 Reviews

                                      1. OpenTable Diner

                                        Austin1 review

                                        5.0

                                        Dined today

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Our server was great! Everyone was nice and the service was fantastic!

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                                      2. Amanda

                                        New York City13 reviews

                                        2.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 2
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 2
                                        4. Ambience 3
                                        Good food, very expensive, service was extremely and unnecessarily rushed. We were informed by the host of the 1.5 hour reservation, totally fair, but the food flew out and we were finished with our 5 dishes in under 45 minutes. It was so fast that we cancelled our bottle of wine because 4 dishes had already arrived before the bottle. 400 dollars for 2 people.

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                                      3. OpenTable Diner

                                        Salt Lake City1 review

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        stunning. dessert fell a little short but everything was over the moon.

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                                      4. Sauhard VIP

                                        Seattle2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Crab shell tacos and bone marrow were amazing, the suckling pig was so so

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                                      5. Eric

                                        Denver8 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Just a stellar experience from the moment we were seated - a stunning space with kind servers, modern-yet-rustic ambiance, and some of the best dishes I’ve eaten in my entire life. Worth every penny.

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                                      6. Daniel VIP

                                        Fort Lauderdale6 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        Amazing food if you want to eat soMething unique this is the place , it is amazing the food presentation , the flavor is amazing , you need to see the place the candle every where

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                                      7. Ixchel

                                        New York City2 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 3
                                        Excelenteeee!! Que comida maravilloso, sinceramente compliments to the chef and team. Super creativo, el taco de cangrejo es imperdible, su textura y sabores increíblemente creativos y sabrosos. La única cosa que baja la reseña no es ni siquiera su culpa, y es el vecino que es tannnnn escandaloso que arruina un poco la vibra del lugar e interrumpe la experiencia.

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                                      8. OpenTable Diner

                                        Cancun1 review

                                        5.0

                                        Dined on 4 March 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        The best culinary experience in Tulum. The service, the space, the presentation, the kitchen, and THE FOOD. Everyone leaving the restaurant kept saying how amazing it was in the street; and they were right. Totally delicious and detailed. Book a reservation now. It’s sooo good! Loved the he entire team. They were friendly, and proud of their work.

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                                      9. OpenTable Diner

                                        Mexico City4 reviews

                                        5.0

                                        Dined on 2 March 2025

                                        1. Overall 5
                                        2. Food 5
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 3
                                        Demasiadamente fuerte la música del lugar. Lo demás perfecto.

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                                      10. OpenTable Diner

                                        New York City1 review

                                        4.0

                                        Dined on 2 March 2025

                                        1. Overall 4
                                        2. Food 4
                                        3. Service 5
                                        4. Ambience 5
                                        El lugar es muy bonito, el servicio excepcional, la comida buena pero esperaba en ciertos platillos un sabor excepcional.

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                                      FAQs

                                      ARCA is rated 4.7 stars by 861 OpenTable diners.

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                                      2 people
                                      19:00
                                      Booked 40 times today
                                      Google Map for ARCA

                                      Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila Km. 7.6, Centro, Tulum, ROO 77760

                                      Additional information

                                      • Price
                                        MXN300 and under
                                      • Cuisines
                                        Mexican
                                      • Hours of Operation
                                        Daily 17:30–23:59
                                      • Dress code
                                        Business Casual
                                      • Parking details
                                        None
                                      • Payment Options
                                        Mastercard, Visa
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