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It's not often that we'd describe the dining experience at an all-inclusive hotel as "great" but this one really is worthy of praise. As a "Gourmet Inclusive" hotel, you will find a la carte menus in all of Azul's restaurants, an all-lobster menu, and 24-hour room service -- all included. There are four restaurants at Azul Beach (two more will be added during the renovation, to be open in summer of 2011) and each of them pleasantly surprised us.
Blue
This restaurant offers seating indoors or out on a thatched terrace and has great views of the beach. It's open and airy and teeming with young kids. At dinner there are five separate menus, including the main menu, an all lobster menu, as well as Mexican, South Beach and vegetarian menus. Blue is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast includes a buffet with made-to-order omelets, waffles, bagels, fruit and other options, as well as an a la carte menu (which we recommend) with more interesting options like an egg white, spinach and goat cheese omelet.
Tainan
Our favorite restaurant, both for the food and the atmosphere, is dark and cozy at night, with cushioned seating on the floor (or at regular tables), back-lit Asian panels and candlelight. It's very Zen. Tainan serves Asian-inspired fare including sushi, sashimi, spring rolls and Chinese fondue. It's open for dinner. Sometimes when the hotel is not at full capacity, they will alternate opening Tainan and Chil, so each is open every other night.
Chil
Reopened after renovations with a new menu, a large open kitchen and a bigger outdoor patio with spectacular views, is just steps off the beach (we literally jumped off the side of the patio to catch our snorkel boat after finishing our lunch). You can get fresh ceviches, sandwiches and Mexican and Caribbean-inspired dishes. The fish tacos were excellent. Chil is open for breakfast lunch and dinner (10 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and has a kids' menu.
La Mancha
We were also big fans of La Mancha, a snack bar with great smoothies, wraps, coffees and desserts. Try the Xcaret smoothie -- it's amazing! The Agavero Tequila Lounge has more than 30 tequilas and at Aquanox you can get a drink while relaxing on hanging beds, or take advantage of the small swim-up bar.
Beach Meals
If you'd like to eat on the beach, you can request a picnic lunch, which will be packed up in a basket and delivered for you at no charge. In addition, three times a week Azul grills up themed meals on the beach for lunch, including an amazing fish fry, and burgers and chicken. Or, for an additional fee, you can reserve a family dinner on the beach. You can choose your meal from the Chil Restaurant menu, or custom design your menu with the chef and waiters will serve your table on the beach.
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