Isla De Cayo Levantado, Samaná, Samana, 32000, Dominican Republic
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Island Flavors, Slow Food, Beachfront Cocktails, and Dominican Dining
Savor six named restaurants and bars shaped by Samaná Bay: international open-market dining at Palma Real, garden-grown Slow Food at Santa Yuca, beachfront Nikkei flavors at Carey, Dominican tasting menus at Senda, fire-grilled cuts at Manaya, and cocktails at Coa. The all-inclusive plan covers select dining and drinks, with some signature venues carrying an additional cost and à la carte dinners requiring reservations.
International Buffet Restaurant
Palma Real
A vibrant international buffet restaurant at Cayo Levantado Resort offering an open-market kitchen with Dominican specialties, Italian pastas and pizzas, fresh seafood, sushi, sashimi, ceviches and French-patisserie desserts. Palma Real suits easygoing breakfasts, lunches and elevated evening dining, with generous choice and polished energy.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Healthy Slow Food Restaurant
Santa Yuca
A wellness-focused slow food restaurant at Cayo Levantado Resort serving innovative breakfasts, lunches and poolside snacks made with organic, garden-grown produce. Santa Yuca suits guests seeking nourishing haute cuisine with a calm Yubarta Wellness Zone setting and restorative feel.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks
- Hours vary — see concierge
Nikkei À La Carte Restaurant
Carey
A beachfront Nikkei restaurant at Cayo Levantado Resort offering Peruvian-Japanese fusion by night after relaxed international, Mediterranean, Asian and Dominican lunch favorites at Olah Beach Club. Carey suits guests who want bold flavors close to the sand, with a lively coastal feel.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Steakhouse Restaurant
Manaya
A refined steakhouse restaurant at Cayo Levantado Resort offering fire-grilled cuts from Spain, the U.S., Australia and Japan, fresh fish, and an extensive wine list. Manaya suits guests seeking a premium dinner beyond the all-inclusive plan, with warm wood, stone and an open grill.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Dominican À La Carte Restaurant
Senda
A signature Dominican restaurant at Cayo Levantado Resort offering a tasting-menu journey through traditional dishes, local delicacies and wine. Senda is perfect for guests seeking a deeper sense of place, with an expressive experience inspired by Pedro Mir’s “There is a Country in the World.”
- Serves: Dinner Tasting Menu
- Hours vary — see concierge
Cocktail Lobby Bar
Coa
A convivial cocktail lobby bar at Cayo Levantado Resort serving craft drinks around a piano lounge inspired by Dominican culture and joyful socializing. Coa is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails and easy conversation, with a polished yet welcoming lobby atmosphere.
- Serves: Craft Cocktails
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What restaurants are available at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Cayo Levantado Resort features six on-site restaurants, including Palma Real, the resort’s main international buffet with an open-kitchen concept; Santa Yuca, a Slow Food restaurant set in the Yubarta wellness zone; Carey, a beachfront venue that transforms from a daytime international menu into Nikkei-style Peruvian-Japanese fusion dining at night; Manaya, a dedicated steakhouse with fire-grilled cuts; Senda, the signature Dominican tasting-menu restaurant; and the Olah Beach Club, offering an international snack-bar style menu by day.
Is dining at Cayo Levantado Resort all-inclusive?
Yes. The all-inclusive plan at Cayo Levantado Resort covers 24-hour service, all meals and snacks, and unlimited a-la-carte dinners at select venues such as Palma Real, Santa Yuca, and Carey, along with unlimited international and domestic drinks. Some specialty venues, including Senda and Manaya, carry an additional cost beyond the standard plan.
Do I need a reservation for restaurants at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Yes, à la carte dinners at Cayo Levantado Resort require a reservation, per the resort’s official dining policy, so guests are encouraged to book preferred restaurants and seating times in advance to secure availability.
What makes Senda restaurant unique at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Senda is Cayo Levantado Resort’s signature Dominican-cuisine restaurant, offering a roughly seven-course tasting-menu journey that pairs traditional Dominican dishes and local delicacies with wine, themed around Pedro Mir’s poem ‘There is a Country in the World.’ Senda carries an additional cost beyond the standard all-inclusive plan.
What kind of cuisine does Manaya serve at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Manaya is the resort’s steakhouse, serving fire-grilled cuts sourced from Spain, the United States, Australia and Japan, along with fresh fish, in an interior of wood and stone built around an open grill. Manaya also features an extensive wine list and is available at an additional cost to all guests.
Is Cayo Levantado Resort family-friendly for dining?
Yes, children of all ages are welcome at Cayo Levantado Resort, including at its restaurants and bars, with children aged 13 and above charged as adults. Families can enjoy the resort’s buffet, à la carte, and casual beachfront dining options together.
What bars and lounges does Cayo Levantado Resort offer?
Cayo Levantado Resort offers six bars and lounges, including Coa, the lobby bar and piano lounge for cocktails; La Placita, a lobby-terrace bar with sea and sky views; Jaiba, the resort’s beach bar serving both poolside and beachfront guests; Savia, the wellness-area juice bar; and Simi Baez, the welcome bar at the boat pier used for resort transfers.
Is there a coffee shop at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Yes, Cayo Levantado Resort’s coffee shop, La Molienda, serves Dominican-origin coffees and handmade pastries prepared by a team of baristas, and is included in the all-inclusive plan. An adjoining shop sells coffee, cigars, sweets and select spirits for guests to take home.
Are there beachfront dining and drink options at Cayo Levantado Resort?
Yes, Cayo Levantado Resort offers beachfront dining and drinks at Carey, located at the Olah Beach Club, which serves an international lunch menu by day and transforms into Nikkei-fusion dining at night, plus Jaiba, the resort’s dedicated beach bar serving guests on the sand and by the pool.
Do any restaurants or bars at Cayo Levantado Resort cost extra?
Most dining at Cayo Levantado Resort, including Palma Real, Santa Yuca, and Carey, is included in the all-inclusive plan. However, Senda and Manaya carry an additional cost as specialty dining experiences, reflecting their tasting-menu and steakhouse concepts.