The restaurant of the pink Rosas & Xocolate boutique hotel on Paseo Montejo pairs contemporary Mexican plates with a terrace overlooking the avenue, plus an indoor courtyard and rooftop lounge.
The restaurant at Rosas & Xocolate, the pink boutique hotel on Paseo Montejo, serves contemporary Mexican cuisine across several settings within the restored French-style mansion: a terrace overlooking the avenue, an interior courtyard, and a rooftop lounge. The kitchen's signature dishes include duck tacos and a chocolate tasting dessert that nods to the hotel's name and its focus on Mexican cacao. As a hotel restaurant rather than a standalone destination kitchen, the format leans toward approachable contemporary plates rather than a chef-driven tasting menu, and the atmosphere shifts by seating area -- the Paseo Montejo terrace is more animated with street views and passing traffic, while the interior courtyard and rooftop lean quieter and more romantic at night. Dress is smart-casual, in keeping with the hotel's boutique positioning. The beverage program includes a curated cocktail list and a modest wine selection, with the rooftop lounge serving as the primary venue for evening drinks. Reservations are recommended for terrace seating, particularly at sunset and on weekend evenings, since the restaurant is a popular photo stop for its architecture as much as its menu. Service runs from 7AM to 11PM daily, covering breakfast through late dinner for both hotel guests and outside diners.
Signature dishes
- Duck tacos — 260 MXN (~$13 USD)
- Chocolate tasting dessert — 180 MXN (~$9 USD)
Good to know
- Known for
- Paseo Montejo terrace dining in a restored French-style mansion
- Hours
- 7AM-11PM daily
- Reservations
- Recommended for terrace seating
Location
Paseo de Montejo 480, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán
20.9793, -89.6183 View on map
Highlights
- Terrace, courtyard, and rooftop seating within a restored French-style mansion
- Duck tacos and a signature chocolate tasting dessert
- Contemporary Mexican menu paired with hotel-lounge cocktails
- Paseo Montejo terrace popular for sunset and evening seating
Tips for visiting
- Book terrace tables ahead for sunset or weekend evenings
- The rooftop lounge is the quieter option for evening drinks
- Breakfast service starts at 7AM, useful for an early Paseo Montejo walk
- Smart-casual dress fits the boutique-hotel setting
Accessibility
The hotel's ground-floor courtyard and terrace are accessible via a level entrance; the rooftop lounge may require stairs or a small elevator, so wheelchair users should confirm access when booking.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to be a hotel guest to eat there?
No, the restaurant is open to outside diners as well as guests of the Rosas & Xocolate hotel.
Is there a tasting menu?
No, the restaurant serves an a la carte contemporary Mexican menu rather than a fixed tasting menu.
What is the restaurant known for?
It is known for duck tacos and a chocolate tasting dessert, along with its setting inside a restored pink mansion on Paseo Montejo.
Should I reserve ahead?
Reservations are recommended for terrace seating, especially around sunset and on weekend evenings.