Mahoe Bay – Ironshore P O, Montego Bay, Saint James, Jamaica
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Beachfront Flavours, À La Carte Nights and Poolside Drinks
Start with buffet breakfasts and live cooking at Montego Bay, then enjoy poolside bites and steakhouse dinners at Seaside. Evenings bring Japanese flavours at Zen, fusion cuisine at Krystal and Italian dishes at L’Acquedotto, with reservations required for specialty dining. Sip at Vogue lobby bar, Hanover poolside swim-up bar or Aqua, the 24-hour oceanfront snack bar.
International Buffet Restaurant
Montego Bay
A lively international buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offering breakfast and dinner with live cooking stations and a wide choice of global flavors. Montego Bay is perfect for relaxed, flexible meals, with an easygoing atmosphere that suits every appetite.
- Serves: Breakfast & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Steakhouse/Grill Restaurant
Seaside
A poolside steakhouse/grill restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offering continental breakfast buffet, buffet lunch with live cooking stations, and à la carte steakhouse dinners. Seaside is perfect for easy daytime meals and reserved evening dinners, with a relaxed setting near the pool.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Japanese À La Carte Restaurant
Zen
A refined Japanese restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica serving Asian specialties for dinner with live cooking stations. Zen is ideal for guests planning a distinctive evening meal, with an engaging atmosphere and reservations required in advance.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Fusion À La Carte Restaurant
Krystal
An elegant fusion restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica serving à la carte specialties for dinner in a polished evening setting. Krystal is perfect for couples or friends seeking a more refined meal, with reservations required and a dressed-up atmosphere.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Italian À La Carte Restaurant
L'Acquedotto
An elegant Italian restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica serving à la carte dinners with a starters and dessert buffet. L’Acquedotto is perfect for a relaxed evening of Italian flavours, with a polished specialty-restaurant feel and reservations required.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Lobby Bar
Vogue
An elegant lobby bar at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offering drinks in a polished setting just off the resort’s main arrival spaces. Vogue is perfect for a relaxed pre-dinner cocktail or an easy nightcap, with a refined feel at the heart of the hotel.
- Serves: Cocktails & Spirits
- Hours vary — see concierge
Poolside Swim-Up Bar
Hanover
A lively poolside swim-up bar at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica serving drinks between dips in the infinity pool. Hanover is perfect for guests who want refreshments without leaving the water, with an easygoing pool-day feel.
- Serves: Cocktails & Poolside Drinks
- Hours vary — see concierge
Beach Snack Bar
Aqua
A laid-back beach snack bar at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offering a chill-out spot by the oceanfront. Aqua is perfect for easy bites and drinks between swims, with a casual feel that suits relaxed days on the sand.
- Serves: Cocktails & Beach Snacks
- Hours: Open 24 Hours
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining options are available at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offers a main buffet restaurant called Montego Bay along with several themed à la carte restaurants, including Seaside (poolside restaurant and steakhouse), Zen (Japanese/Asian cuisine), Krystal (fusion cuisine), and L’Acquedotto (Italian cuisine with a starters and dessert buffet). This variety makes Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica a top choice for guests seeking diverse, high-quality dining in an adults-only all-inclusive setting.
Is dining included in the all-inclusive package at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Yes, dining at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica is part of the 24-hour All-Inclusive service, which includes access to the main buffet restaurant, themed à la carte restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Guests staying at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica can enjoy meals and snacks throughout the day without additional charges for standard dining venues.
Do I need reservations for the specialty restaurants at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Yes, the specialty à la carte restaurants at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica — including Zen, Krystal, and L’Acquedotto — require advance reservations. Each specialty restaurant is typically closed at least one night per week, so guests of Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica should check the schedule and book early to secure their preferred dining time.
What is the dress code for dinner at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica requires formal dress for dinner. At the themed specialty restaurants, gentlemen must wear long trousers and no sleeveless T-shirts, while at the main Montego Bay restaurant gentlemen simply need to avoid sleeveless T-shirts. This ensures an elevated dining atmosphere throughout Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica have a Japanese restaurant?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica features Zen, an à la carte specialty restaurant serving Japanese and Asian cuisine with live cooking stations. Zen is open for dinner only and requires a reservation, making it a popular pick among guests at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica.
What bars are available at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offers several bars, including Vogue, the hotel’s lobby bar; Hanover, a poolside bar with a swim-up option; Lime, a dedicated swim-up bar; and Aqua, an oceanfront snack bar open 24 hours. With two swim-up bars and a poolside bar on site, Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica caters well to guests who love drinks by the water.
Is 24-hour room service available at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Yes, 24-hour room service is included as part of the all-inclusive stay at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica, allowing guests to enjoy food and drinks in their room at any hour.
Are vegetarian and vegan dining options available at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offers vegetarian and vegan menu options across its restaurants, along with a vegetarian breakfast option at the buffet, so guests with plant-based preferences are well accommodated throughout their stay.
Is Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica's dining experience family-friendly?
No, Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica operates under RIU’s Adults Only program, so all dining venues, bars, and lounges are designed exclusively for guests aged 18 and older. The resort is positioned for couples or friends seeking a relaxed, adult-oriented atmosphere at every restaurant and bar on site.
Can guests enjoy poolside or beachfront dining and drinks at Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Jamaica offers poolside dining at Seaside, which serves a continental breakfast buffet, a lunch buffet with live cooking stations, and an à la carte steakhouse dinner, plus swim-up bars at the pools and the oceanfront Aqua snack bar for casual bites and drinks by the beach.