Al Chimichurri
downtown, Puerto Morelos
Restaurant in Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Al Chimichurri operates Tuesday through Sunday from 2 PM in Puerto Morelos, with no published pricing or menu online. The venue's data-light profile and informal booking culture suit explorers comfortable adapting on the ground, but groups planning private dinners or diners needing cost certainty upfront will find better transparency at nearby alternatives.
About Al Chimichurri
Al Chimichurri is a casual venue in Puerto Morelos. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 2–11 PM and closed Monday, with a casual dress code. For details such as menu format, pricing, reservations, phone contact, website, seating, private dining, chef background, dietary accommodations, and take-out or delivery service, plan with flexibility and confirm any practical needs directly before you go.
Al Chimichurri is best approached as a Puerto Morelos option where the key planning anchors are timing and casual attire. If you need to compare alternatives before committing, consider other dining options such as Punta Corcho, Frank & Lola's Italian Trattoria, John Gray's Kitchen, Mar-Bella Fish Market- Puerto Morelos, or Muelle Once. For Al Chimichurri itself, avoid assuming a specific cuisine, menu, price point, or group-dining setup until you have current information from the venue.
Why the 2 PM Opening Matters
The schedule is straightforward: Al Chimichurri opens at 2 PM and closes at 11 PM from Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. That makes it an afternoon-to-evening option rather than a morning stop. If your Puerto Morelos plans are time-sensitive, build around the Monday closure and the 2 PM start. The casual dress code also keeps preparation simple, though it does not indicate the room layout, seating style, or pace of service.
Booking and Practical Trade-Offs
Check current venue channels or confirm in person before relying on a visit for a fixed itinerary. This matters most for groups, celebrations, dietary needs, or travelers who require firm timing. Other dining rooms may provide different levels of advance information, but for Al Chimichurri the essentials to plan around are its Puerto Morelos location, casual dress, and Tuesday-to-Sunday 2–11 PM hours.
Planning details
- Location
- Javier Rojo Gomez, 77580 Puerto Morelos, Q.R., Mexico
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- opentable.com/restaurant/profile/1268206
- Phone
- +529982524666
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Al Chimichurri reads like a small, wood-fired grill tucked into a working coastal plaza. It leans on Argentine asado traditions — quality butchery, wood fire and bright chimichurri — while operating at the gentler rhythm of Puerto Morelos rather than the surrounding resort strip. That combination yields a relaxed, rustic room that feels intentionally unpolished and quietly refined: intimate tables, honest fire cooking and a strong sense of place rooted in the town square and local produce and seafood.
Best For
This is a dinner destination where the grill is the headline. Groups and families visit for hearty steaks and shareable plates, while couples find the intimate, low-key setting well suited to date night. The restaurant’s sourcing focus — local seafood alongside serious beef and a herb-forward chimichurri — makes it a good pick for visitors who want a coastal-Mexico meal that still centers on wood-fire cooking. It also works as a casual hangout for those who prefer a more relaxed, authentic local experience over polished resort dining.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize the grill: chimichurri steak and ribeye are signature preparations built on wood-fire technique, so ordering one of those showcases the kitchen’s strengths. Empanadas make a compact starter that reflects the Argentine influence. Given the description’s emphasis on local seafood and serious sourcing, consider asking about what’s fresh from the reef that day to pair with the grill selections. Expect simple, boldly seasoned preparations where the quality of the protein and the herbaceous chimichurri do most of the work.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy courtyard and sidewalk seating with string lights, candle-lit tables, and a relaxing street-side atmosphere.
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Vibe
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- empanadas
- ribeye
- chimichurri steak
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Javier Rojo Gomez, 77580 Puerto Morelos, Q.R., Mexico
Planning details
Location
Javier Rojo Gomez, 77580 Puerto Morelos, Q.R., Mexico · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Muelle Once, Notable alternative
- Punta Corcho, Seafood, $$
- Mar-Bella Fish Market- Puerto Morelos, Notable alternative
- John Gray's Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Frank & Lola’s Italian Trattoria, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Puerto Morelos runs quieter than Playa del Carmen, and Al Chimichurri reflects that low-key rhythm, no online booking, no published menu, and a 2 PM opening that favors afternoon arrivals. If you need cost transparency and a digital reservation, John Gray's Kitchen delivers a clearer preview with published dishes and online presence, while Punta Corcho gives you mid-tier seafood pricing and a stated menu format. For group dining or private events, the lack of declared capacity or group-menu structure here makes Le Chique a safer bet, its contemporary-Mexican tasting format simplifies logistics and cost planning. If you're comfortable with walk-in flexibility and trust-based booking, Al Chimichurri fits the town's neighborhood vibe alongside Muelle Once and Mar-Bella Fish Market, both of which keep informal access cultures.
For splurge-worthy occasions, skip the unknowns and head to Frank & Lola's Italian Trattoria, which publishes its Italian menu and handles special-occasion expectations more smoothly. If you're prioritizing ease of booking, digitally integrated venues across Puerto Morelos let you lock tables from abroad without the phone-call hurdle. Al Chimichurri works best for explorers already in town who value spontaneity over advance planning, just know you're trading transparency for the flexibility of a neighborhood spot that doesn't broadcast its details online.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Chimichurri | Puerto Morelos | , | , | No published awards |
| Muelle Once | Puerto Morelos | , | , | No published awards |
| Punta Corcho | Puerto Morelos | Seafood | $$ | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Mar-Bella Fish Market- Puerto Morelos | Puerto Morelos | , | , | No published awards |
| John Gray's Kitchen | Puerto Morelos | , | , | No published awards |
| Frank & Lola’s Italian Trattoria | Puerto Morelos | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Al Chimichurri?
Al Chimichurri is in Puerto Morelos, has a casual dress code, and is open Tuesday through Sunday from 2–11 PM. It is closed Monday. For other practical details, including menu, pricing, reservation method, and seating setup, confirm current information directly before planning around it.
Does Al Chimichurri handle dietary restrictions?
If you have allergies, gluten-free needs, vegan requirements, or other restrictions, contact or visit the venue directly before dining and do not assume a specific accommodation is available.
What are alternatives to Al Chimichurri?
Other options to consider include Muelle Once, Punta Corcho, Frank & Lola's Italian Trattoria, John Gray's Kitchen, and Mar-Bella Fish Market- Puerto Morelos. Compare current hours, menus, and booking details directly with each venue before deciding.
What should I wear to Al Chimichurri?
The dress code for Al Chimichurri is casual. Casual dining wear is the safest general expectation.
Is lunch or dinner better at Al Chimichurri?
Al Chimichurri is open 2–11 PM, Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. That supports afternoon and evening planning. Choose a time based on your itinerary and confirm current operating details if timing matters.
Is Al Chimichurri good for a special occasion?
Is Al Chimichurri good for solo dining?
Solo diners can use the same basics: Al Chimichurri is casual and open Tuesday through Sunday from 2–11 PM. If bar seating, counter seating, reservation style, or room layout affects your choice, confirm directly before going.
