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Cantina VI.AI.PY.Oaxacan and Mexican cantina (restaurant + bar) at Hotel Xcaret Arte

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Cantina VI.AI.PY. is a Oaxacan and Mexican cantina (restaurant + bar) at Hotel Xcaret Arte, in Casa del Patrón, top floor (lobby level, near concierge and the pool).

Description

Alejandro Ruiz's Oaxacan cantina at the top of Casa del Patrón: tlayudas, mole negro, grasshopper guacamole, mezcal and a live band most nights. It is half restaurant, half party, and the best late option on property. Walk in; come hungry and curious about insects.

What people like

  • A beautiful and spacious room.
  • Guests call the tacos their favorite on property.
  • Live music nightly and grasshopper-topped guacamole.
  • A good late-night option with a great bar.

What people dislike

  • Insects on the menu are not for everyone.
  • The evening gets loud and lively.

Cuisine

Oaxacan

Reservation

Walk-in; arrive early on busy nights if you want a table near the band.

Cost

Included

Dress code

Casual formal

Meals served

Lunch, Dinner

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Cantina VI.AI.PY.: quick answers

What kind of food does Cantina VI.AI.PY. serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Oaxacan cantina food by Chef Alejandro Ruiz: tlayudas, mole negro, grasshopper guacamole and tacos, aguachiles, tortas and Oaxacan chocolate desserts, with mezcal and cocktails.
Is Cantina VI.AI.PY. included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Yes. Food, cocktails and the live music are included for Arte guests.
When is Cantina VI.AI.PY. open?
It serves lunch from around midday to 6:00pm and dinner from 6:00pm, and the bar and music run late into the night; a few mains are served at dinner only.
Do I need a reservation for Cantina VI.AI.PY.?
No. It is walk-in, so arrive early on busy nights if you want a table near the band.
What kind of food does Cantina VI.AI.PY. serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Oaxacan cantina food by Chef Alejandro Ruiz: tlayudas, mole negro, grasshopper guacamole and tacos, aguachiles, tortas and Oaxacan chocolate desserts, with mezcal and cocktails.
Is Cantina VI.AI.PY. included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
Yes. Food, cocktails and the live music are included for Arte guests.
When is Cantina VI.AI.PY. open?
It serves lunch from around midday to 6:00pm and dinner from 6:00pm, and the bar and music run late into the night; a few mains are served at dinner only.
Do I need a reservation for Cantina VI.AI.PY.?
No. It is walk-in, so arrive early on busy nights if you want a table near the band.

Hours

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Hours are in Cancun time (UTC-5, no DST).

  • SundayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • MondayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • TuesdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • WednesdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • ThursdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • FridayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
  • SaturdayLunch: 12pm-6pmDinner: 6pm-3am
Closing time varies by source (11pm to 3am); the bar and live music run late. Casual by day, smart casual at night.

Access

Open to Hotel Xcaret Arte guests. Guests of Hotel Xcaret Mexico generally cannot dine here; sources differ on exceptions.

Who can dine where at the Xcaret hotels

Format

A la carteDrinks menuLive music

Ambiance

livelylive musicdancingcantinalate nightcircular room with the bar at the center

Dietary

Vegetarian options (mushroom soup, corn cream with huitlacoche)Vegan option (roasted cauliflower encacahuatado)Heavy on meat, pork rind and insects

Good for

GroupsFirst nightLate nightMusic loversAdults only

Planning

Arte or Mexico? How the two hotels compare

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Common questions

  • What kind of food does Cantina VI.AI.PY. serve at Hotel Xcaret Arte?

    Oaxacan cantina food by Chef Alejandro Ruiz: tlayudas, mole negro, grasshopper guacamole and tacos, aguachiles, tortas and Oaxacan chocolate desserts, with mezcal and cocktails.

  • Is Cantina VI.AI.PY. included in the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Xcaret Arte?

    Yes. Food, cocktails and the live music are included for Arte guests.

  • When is Cantina VI.AI.PY. open?

    It serves lunch from around midday to 6:00pm and dinner from 6:00pm, and the bar and music run late into the night; a few mains are served at dinner only.

  • Do I need a reservation for Cantina VI.AI.PY.?

    No. It is walk-in, so arrive early on busy nights if you want a table near the band.