Amazing restaurant with delicious food. Lovely romantic atmosphere with only candles lighting the room.
Food was like nothing we’ve ever tasted before, sizzling shrimps and calamari in chilli and garlic…. my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
A definate MUST VISIT when in Playa Del Carmen!

All our love to Brenda and the Staff

Jo & John
xxx

Lo sé, lo sé – que es nuestro exclusivo restaurante; sin embargo, hoy realmente debo informar que estoy escribiendo como un crítico gastronómico y no como la orgullosa “Tía” de Ajua Maya.

Comenzamos compartiendo el vino y la conversación con nuestros grandes amigos, Susan y Gary de Minneapolis, Eduardo Martinez de Playa del Carmen, nuestro hijo Alejandro, y nuestro sobrino chapaneco de 16 años, mientras esperábamos el regreso de Jorge de Cancún – así, por el momento en que llegó allí, todos estábamos disfrutando bebidas, con los adultos un poco en las copas, y realmente preparado para esta ¡increíble experiencia culinaria!

Nuestro primer curso fue un hermoso antipasto con una combinación de sabores y texturas que hizo en cada bocado un extraordinario despertando de nuestros paladares. El camembert empanizado se presentó perfectamente – cálido, encantador y delicioso – se unió con el queso Roquefort y jamón serrano de sabores robustos y varonil.  Jorge llegó a tiempo perfecto para unirse con nosotros mientras nos asombrábamos con el primer sabor perfecto de este antipasto del Chef Gabriel.

Entonces… anticipando el plato principal,  la cocina mestiza de México e Italia… Rissoto con huitlacoche, un manjar azteca.

En primer lugar, los ojos: la presentación hermosa despierta su paladar a medida que esperan con anticipación los sabores que están a punto de compartir.

A medida que con gentilmente “destruimos” esta bella presentación, ya que debe hacer para degustar los sabores, realmente fue una experiencia de alta cocina. La delicadeza y sabor suave del risotto italiano emparejado con huitlacoche, vigoroso y ligeramente picante,  nos regaló una memoria culinaria romántica… perfectamente reforzada con una salsa ligera y sutil con un camarón grande y un toque de espárragos.

! Una Perfección Increíble!

Gracias a Chef Gabriel por formar parte de nuestro exclusivo restaurante, Ajua Maya, y nuestra familia Ajua.  Invitamos a todos nuestros lectores a compartir con nosotros este talentoso joven chef mexicano.

Brenda, Alejandro, Vaughan y Jorge

I awakened this morning at 6:00 am dreaming of the flavors, music and celebration of friends, family, and so much more accompanied by the cuisine of Chef Gabriel and the incredible service in Ajua Maya. I know, I know – it is our signature restaurant; however, today I must truly report I am writing as a former food critic and not as the proud “Tia” of Ajua Maya.

We began with sharing wine and conversation with our great friends, Susan and Gary from Minneapolis, Eduardo, our son Alejandro, and our 16 year old cousin from Chiapas; while we awaited Jorge’s return from Cancun – so, by the time he got there, we were all a bit in the cups and really ready for this incredible culinary experience!

Our first course was this beautiful antipasta with a combination of flavors and textures that made each bite an extraordinary awakening for your palate. The encrusted camembert was perfectly presented – warm, lovely and luscious — joined with the robust and manly Roquefort cheese and Serrano ham.  Jorge arrived just in time to join with us as we oohed and awed with the first taste Chef Gabriel’s perfect touch.

Then … anticipating the main course – the Mestizo cuisine from Mexico and Italy … Risotto with Mexican Corn Truffles, an ancient Aztec delicacy.

First, your eyes – beautiful presentations awaken your palette as you eagerly await the flavors you are about to share.

As we gingerly “destroyed” this beautiful presentation, as you must do to taste the flavors, it truly was an haute cuisine experience. The softness and gentle flavor of the risotto paired with the robust and slightly peppery corn truffle (huitlacoche) gifted us a romantic culinary memory. … Perfectly enhanced with a light and subtle sauce, a freshly grilled jumbo shrimp and just a touch of asparagus.

Incredible Perfection!

Thank you Chef Gabriel for joining our signature restaurant, Ajua Maya, and our Ajua family. We invite all of our readers to share with us this talented young Mexican chef.

 Brenda, Alejandro, Vaughan & Jorge

There’s quite a few specials which are cooked at the table – the Caesar salad, some of the steaks & the Mayan coffee.
The food’s good — plus, it’s like having your own entertainment at the table.

Would recommend to everyone.

Bay Area, CA

Definitely my favorite restaurant in Playa!
We go there for 75% or more of our meals when we are there or close by.
Never been anywhere better!

GoForGolf, Feb. 18, 2011

We found this restaurant by accident, just walking around. It is on Calle 4 between 5th and 10th Avenues. There is a great band from 8-10 every night. Very friendly waiters and hosts. A lot of flambe so quite a show. I had a filet mignon flambed with roquefort and mushrooms which was excellent and only about $20 U.S. My friend had a flambed coffee with 3 different liqueurs. We shared a flan for dessert which was the best I’ve ever had. Only snag is there are closed up stores opposite the restaurant.

jujiBoston Trip Advisor, Feb. 18, 2011

My husband and I never pass up an opportunity to walk down to AJUA when we are in Playa!
The live music (every night!) draws you in, the menu (not to mention the aroma!) begs you to get a table and the staff make you want to stay and dance the night away!
The food never disappoints and is priced so you can even throw in a dessert!
We particularly love to order meals and desserts that are prepared table side, they literally stop the foot traffic. And you’ve got to see the waiters stack 3-4 and even sometimes 5 drinks on their heads and walk them to your table. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Susan A, Eden Prairie, MN
Trip Advisor, Feb. 2011