Eating out in Punta Cana


Couple dining in a restaurant

From beach days to outdoor activities to shopping and sightseeing, your vacation in Punta Cana will be sunny and relaxing. You might spend so much time having fun that you forget to plan where to eat.

If that’s the case, no worries — Punta Cana offers a variety of places to get a meal. As long as you’re mindful of what’s safe to eat, options are abundant. These are some of the best that this tropical destination has to offer.

Montserrat Manor

Restaurant Monserrat Manor

This restaurant, located in the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, is a fine dining experience. The menu, as the website describes, is “a modern Japanese-Peruvian fusion concept”.

Dishes include items such as Kobe/Wayu filet mignon, sea bass, sushi and rack of lamb. Enjoy your meal in a chic atmosphere while eating at one of the most luxurious restaurants in Punta Cana.

Price: $$$$

Wacamole

Fajitas, tacos, nachos, guacamole and specialty drinks are some must-order items at this taco bar. Desserts, including churros con chocolate, fried pieces of dough topped with sugar and served with a chocolate dipping sauce, can round out your meal.

Wacamole is located close to the beach and TripAdvisor reviewers praise its cheap food and excellent service. What more could you want?

Price: $

Ñam Ñam

Restaurant Nam Nam

If you’re looking for a place to get a quick bite to eat, look no further than Nam Nam. This restaurant offers something for many types of eaters: vegetarians, kids, meat lovers and others. The varying menu choices include many salads and meat-free entrees, so if healthy eating is a priority for you while in Punta Cana, give Nam Nam a visit.

Price: $$

D’Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta

Sometimes all of want is pizza and pasta, even on vacation. Calzones, pizzas, spaghetti, and tiramisu are must-order items at this casual yet romantic eatery.

Price: $$$

Little John

Casual eats on the beach are the focus of Little John’s menu. Burgers and fried seafood are on offer, but Caribbean-inspired dishes are as well, including fish ceviche, plantain tartalettes, and croquettes. This casual joint offers choices for breakfast, lunch, and snack.

Price: $

The Grill

Grilled meat

The Grill is part of the Puntacana Resort & Club and offers beachfront dining. Mouth-watering dishes, including fish tacos, steak, and passion fruit mousse make for a delightful lunch or dinner. Reservations are required for evening meals.

Price: $$$$

Pranama

Punta Cana might not be where you’d expect to find good Indian food, but Pranama dispels this myth. The aroma of spices coming from the restaurant lures passersby in for an authentic Indian meal. Bread, rice, kebabs, samosas, you name the dish, and Pranama probably serves it.

Dishes are served as mild or as spicy as you’d like. Those who do and don’t eat meat will be equally satisfied by the menu here.

Price: $$

Whether you’re looking for Caribbean-influenced dishes, fine dining experiences to remember or standby pizza and burgers, you’ll find it all in Punta Cana. Buen provecho, enjoy your meal!

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