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Imprevist

1 Avenida Norte Entre Calle 14 Norte y 16 Norte Bis, Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico
9841687025-26
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Price range: S$25 - S$50
Cuisines: International
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Description: Imprevist is a Catalan word which means the “Unexpected“. Dining here is experiencing these wonderful dishes that leaves you surprisingly unexpected everytime. The restaurant is situated in a quaint magical street in the Heart of a Playa del Carmen that will make the night, a night to wish would never end. After several years of experience and learning from European chefs; Chef Juan Diego Solombrino is well known for his incredible combination of Mediterranean and Asian inspired cuisine. Preparing dishes of unique flavor, creating art with in each presentation. He personally hand select the products focusing on the menu to provide a wide variety so that everyone can enjoy their meal, from vegetarian options to oriental, excellent seabass or steak ending with the delight of a chocolate fondant berry sorbet. “Cooking is an art, and for me it is the only art that stimulates all senses. The moment when you take your first bite, all your senses comes together to experience a delightful aroma, flavor and textures of food” - Chef Juan Diego Solombrino.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Description: Imprevist is a Catalan word which means the “Unexpected“. Dining here is experiencing these wonderful dishes that leaves you surprisingly unexpected everytime. The restaurant is situated in a quaint magical street in the Heart of a Playa del Carmen that will make the night, a night to wish would never end. After several years of experience and learning from European chefs; Chef Juan Diego Solombrino is well known for his incredible combination of Mediterranean and Asian inspired cuisine. Preparing dishes of unique flavor, creating art with in each presentation. He personally hand select the products focusing on the menu to provide a wide variety so that everyone can enjoy their meal, from vegetarian options to oriental, excellent seabass or steak ending with the delight of a chocolate fondant berry sorbet. “Cooking is an art, and for me it is the only art that stimulates all senses. The moment when you take your first bite, all your senses comes together to experience a delightful aroma, flavor and textures of food” - Chef Juan Diego Solombrino.
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San Diego
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Absolutely enjoyed our dining experience at Imprevist. Food was very good and well presented. Waitress was very pleasant and helpful in making our selections. A very unique experience in Playa. We will defiantly return on our next trip.

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jlpish, Public Relations Manager at Imprevist, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guests, Thank you for visiting us. We are glad to hear that we did not disappoint you during your visit. Our staffs really strive very hard and open to listening to all our customers to give the best service. We hope to see you again soon on your next visit! Best, Roz PR/Marketing More

Schodack, NY
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82 reviews 82 reviews
64 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

It's funny how everyone's reviews are so different. This restaurant was recommended by another restaurant. I had high hopes as we approached. Pretty location, candle lit tables, very nice. The waitress was pleasant and quite informed on the menu. Our meals were just okay. I ordered the noodle dish and my partner the bass. The noodle dish was so sweet... More

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jlpish, Public Relations Manager at Imprevist, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Dear Guests, Thank you so much for dining with us during your visit to Playa del Carmen. We value your opinions and we thank you very much for sharing it with us. In regards to the noodle dish, we are deeply sorry that it didn't leave up to your expectations. We wish that you could have told our staff that... More

Huron, Ohio
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38 reviews 38 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

This wonderful foodie experience is on 1st Avenue directly across from the candle shop, which is a regular place for us to stop. We sat outside by candlelight, and experienced great food presentations, great wine selections, and our server was from Italy and excellent! Beautiful outside view also. A must go to location for foodies, wine, romance!

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jlpish, Public Relations Manager at Imprevist, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Guests, We are thankful for dining with us while on your vacation in Playa del Carmen. Sitting outside in a quiet and romantic setting is hard to find. Imprevist surely offers that ambiance and setting which you enjoyed very much. Our staff strives hard to serve the best of everything to all our customers. Thank you again for coming... More

Tampa, Florida, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This little restaurant was near our hotel and off the busy strip. It was recommended by the hotel staff and looked inviting. It was a pleasant evening so they set up some tables outside the restaurant right at street level. The service was great. We really enjoyed the amazing fusion cooking at this restaurant. We started with the dumplings which... More

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jlpish, Public Relations Manager at Imprevist, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for making Imprevist a part of your vacation experience in Playa del Carmen. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our signature dish, Tuna Tartar and the rest of our amazing dishes. Your comments are greatly appreciated and we will continue to be the best in serving the freshes amazing dishes and offering... More

Sydney
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We enjoyed an excellent meat at Imprevist, which I gather is a relatively new restaurant away from the noise of 5th Avenue. Our Italian waitress was friendly and efficient. The food was good, not expensive, and well presented. Recommended.

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jlpish, Public Relations Manager at Imprevist, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Guests, Thank you so much for choosing Imprevist for your Dining experience while vacationing in Playa del Carmen. Our restaurant is indeed quiet compared to the bustling 5th Ave. We are happy to hear that our manager Elisa was able to provide the services that you need. We hope to see you again soon on your next visit. Thank... More

Toronto, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Friends made reservations for my birthday in April,the six of us had an amazing evening, everyone so thoroughly enjoyed all that was ordered. I had a steak, it just melted in my mouth, in fact writing this review is making my mouth water. Dessert was again nothing short of superb. Cannot wait to share this place with others upon my... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013 via mobile

This place was a great find . It was just down the street from our hotel across the street from the El Taj. Mojitos were really good and I had steam fish with a curry sauce that was outstanding.

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Hillsborough, New Jersey
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15 reviews 15 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

We were at this place for breakfast almost every day of our stay, for 2 reasons. Our kids loved their food and El Taj (where we were staying) provided the breakfast coupons with the room. Really a small place but Breakfast was delicious, all the pastries, fruit , yogurt etc. I didn't like their Waffles, too crisp, every time we... More

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Porto Alegre, RS
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

The first sight says all: it's ellegant, with good atmosphere and modern. The service is very good and the food delicious. The chef himself talked to us and we had the opportunity to share our impressions. Everytime we have the opportunity to go back to Playa del Carmen, for sure we will go there to have a nice dinner.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Atmosphere wonderful! Food was delicious! I had the sea bass that was exquisite and my husband had the seafood risotto. This is a small restaurant, but we felt relaxed and the service was terrific.

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