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Alux Restaurant and Lounge Review
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Alux Restaurant and Lounge 
$$-$$$$, Eclectic, Playa del Carmen
Fodor's Review:
Although this restaurant is 15 to 20 minutes from the downtown area by taxi, the locale of this restaurant -- it's in an actual underground cavern -- is the real showstopper here. A rock stairway lighted by candles leads you down into a setting that's part Carlsbad Caverns, part Fred Flintstone. Some of the "cavernous" rooms are for lounging, some for drinking, some for eating, some for dancing; creative lighting casts the stalactites and stalagmites in pale shades of violet, blue, and pink. Although the food is mediocre compared to the atmosphere, you shouldn't miss this place. It's truly one of a kind.
Member Reviews & Ratings:
Stunning Stalagtites, Succulent Steak and Sinful Spirits
Posted by Andee from San Diego, CA on 7/24/06
This restaurant experience was the highlight of our wedding anniversary trip to Cancun. We were greeted at the entranceway by the manager who immediately wisked us on a guided tour. Pina coladas were brought to us by the wait staff during our tour of the cave. Hues of sea-green, violent and azure soothe the senses, while deep hell-fire reds add spice to the natural beauty of the stalagtites and stalagmites. There are day beds, love seats and comfy couches perfect for sipping cocktails tucked away in little private "rooms" created by the natural shape of the caverns. We found the food to be quite delicious as well. The filet minon with roquefort sauce was cooked to perfection, and the baked potatoe just melted in your mouth. The staff was attentive and courteous, never overbearing. You must not miss this place! Don't forget to bring your camera:)Underworld connection
Posted by Jeff from Miami on 4/24/06
Clearly the most exotic, most unique, most extreme location for a restaurant anywhere in Riviera Maya: knitted into an extensive cave system. The food is just as good: old Mexican favorites and new Maya discoveries. The camarones de tequila comes as a fabulous show, complete with cascading blue flames.
INFO
- Address: Av. Juarez, 3 blocks west of Hwy. 307, Colonia Ejidal, on south side of street, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
- Phone: 984/803-2936
- Credit Cards: MC, V
- Closed: No lunch
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