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“Yes, a great restaurant needs early reservation”
Review of Oh Lala!

Oh Lala!
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Tue, 19/03
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Ranked #91 of 1,657 Restaurants in Playa del Carmen
Certificate of Excellence
Cuisines: International
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Dining options: Breakfast, Dinner, After-hours, Delivery, Reservations
Description: The cuisine at Oh Lala! Is a refreshing change from that of other, more conventional restaurants. Guests are treated like good old friends in a relaxing atmosphere coupled with personalized service and good food. Opened in January, 2011, by co-owners George and Mikaela, Oh Lala! Offers personalized experiences for its guests, ranging from a laidback sampling of hors d'oeuvres and wines, to a leisurely look at the full menu. With a total of 9 tables divided between the indoor and outdoors seating, and an open kitchen, Chef George, Mikaela, and their staff, make sure that every visit to Oh Lala, International Cuisine by George, Is a unique and a delicious one.
Reviewed 5 March 2018 via mobile


My wife and I went again this year to Oh Lala, our favorite restaurant in Playa Del Carmen (fourth time in 4 years). Once again we had a memorable dinner with impeccable service and stunning food from appetizers to dessert. Now as I went through other reviews, I was surprised to see a 2 stars only score from an unhappy member. Why?... Just because he could not get in without a reservation. Well...you know...when a restaurant maintains such a high standard and keeps its prices in a reasonable range, chances are that it will be full almost every night. So just plan early. We even book before leaving for our holidays. Believe me, it’s worth the trouble of planning early.
Then, if you feel for a big restaurant, music or need a place for a big group, you would be at the wrong place...it is fairly small and cozy. I would say ideal for couples or maybe 4 people.

Date of visit: February 2018
3  Thank ulysse1951
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Reviewed 4 March 2018

This was our second visit to Oh Lala and we're planning our next. This place defines good service. They mean it when they say "we'll be taking care of you." Emmanuel was our server and he was great -- but it's very much a team effort at Oh Lala, and everyone took care of us. The food is superb. The fig salad was creatively presented and the best I've ever had. A memorable dining experience.

Date of visit: March 2018
1  Thank pcasey2018
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Reviewed 27 February 2018 via mobile

Food and service were superb. Our waiter, Emmanuel, made sure we were taken care of. The entire staff was very friendly and accomodating. The fig salad was delicious and the presentation is extraordinary. The lamb and the Thai curry we're excellent. It's our new favorite place

Date of visit: February 2018
1  Thank 794geneh
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Reviewed 26 February 2018

20FEB2018

5 stars
Another fabulous dinner.
$3600 MEX

15FEB2018

4 stars. This will be 5 stars when we visit next Tuesday.

Marques de Riscal - white
Arrogant Frog Pinot Noir - red

Amuse Bouche: focaccia, prosciutto, chèvre, rosemary.
This was a small delicious perfect beginning to our dinner.

Starter: focaccia, tuna (raw), crispy onions, spicy sauce. A beautiful presentation and fabulous taste.

Mains:
a. Curry Hindu: Shrimp in Madras curry. Asked for level 5 but received level 3. But, was still delicious. Lots of different spices in the mix.
b. Lobster: 150g of simply grilled crustacean with butter potatoes

Dessert: Lava cake and coffee.

++ Service. Impeccable. From Eder.
+ Cloth napkins
+ Wi-Fi
+ hefty Ankem flatware

$3410 MEX

Date of visit: February 2018
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1  Thank DaveBarnesDenver
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Reviewed 25 February 2018 via mobile

First you must make a reservation before you leave home. We took a cancellation but they were booked three weeks out.
This is a very small place with both indoor and outdoor seating. Everything was wonderful. You can't go wrong with anything you order.

Date of visit: February 2018
1  Thank Marta H
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