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Chez Celine

4.6 6,576 reviews 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM Av 5ta Calle 34 Norte Esquina, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

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Chez Celine, nestled in the heart of Playa del Carmen, is a charming French restaurant that has garnered rave reviews from patrons. Known for its delightful breakfast and brunch offerings, customers frequently praise the freshly baked pastries, particularly the croissant sandwich with mushrooms, and the creamy scrambled eggs with Boursin. Angelica Hernandez highlights the bakery selection, describing the morning delights as outstanding and fresh. Andrea Goldbaum echoes this sentiment, declaring Chez Celine's pastries the best she had during her stay, complemented by delicious fresh-squeezed juices and perfectly crusty baguettes.

The ambiance is equally inviting; diners appreciate the spacious, shaded patio adorned with trees and fans, making it an ideal setting to savor a meal. The attentive service further enhances the experience, with waitstaff like Paulina noted for their friendly demeanor, even during busy hours. Oded Kassirer attests to the overall value, citing reasonable prices despite the high quality of food. Whether you stop by for a leisurely breakfast or an afternoon lunch, Chez Celine is more than just a restaurant; it’s a delicious escape that captivates both locals and tourists alike. Highly recommended!

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Rooftop seating

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Chez Celine before visiting.

Reviews for Chez Celine

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Review highlights

Based on 6,576 reviews

Chez Celine is widely praised for its exceptional breakfast and brunch offerings, particularly its freshly baked pastries and well-prepared French-inspired dishes. Guests frequently highlight the quality and freshness of bakery items, along with a varied and flavorful menu that appeals to diverse tastes throughout the day. The outdoor patio seating on 5th Avenue creates a charming atmosphere with attentive and friendly service, even during busy periods. While some note occasional wait times and slightly slower service, the overall experience is described as enjoyable and worth the wait. Reasonable pricing and a welcoming ambiance enhance its appeal, establishing Chez Celine as a favored spot for both locals and visitors seeking authentic French cuisine in Playa del Carmen.

Angelica Hernandez
Jul 10, 2025

Loved this place. My favorite time is for breakfast or lunch but recently visited for dinner and really enjoyed it as well. Besides the menu, their bakery selection is outstanding (in the morning is freshly baked). Fast service last time I was there but it was not crowded as it usually is. Right on the heart of 5th Avenue with mostly outdoor seating

Andrea Goldbaum
Jun 19, 2025

This was the best pastry we had in ten days of being at Playa del Carmen. The eggs were excellent I had scrambled with Boursin, and usually I don’t like it when someone else makes scrambled eggs. I ate every last bite. Juice fresh squeezed, baguettes light inside and crusty outside. Wish I could come every day!

Oded Kassirer
Jun 11, 2025

We loved our breakfast here. We did have to wait about 20 minutes for our table, but it was totally worth it. The patio is big and nice to sit in, with many fans and trees around and with beautiful French songs playing. Our waitress Paulina was amazing! Even with all the customers, the heat, the running around and all, she kept a smile and a great attitude. We loved her too!! The food was very very good. And the price surprised us, being way less than we expected. All in all, a great place for breakfast. Highly recommended.

Alan Kummer
May 24, 2025

What a lovely place! I just had some chicken wings with a spice mango sauce that were delicious; accompanied by a couple whisky sours, also delicious. Varied menu and, from what I could see on other people's plates & faces, great tasting. Prices are more than reasonable, in fact, coming from the UK, the prices are really cheap. The staff are very pleasant although a little slow but, overall, a wonderful experience.

Andres
May 18, 2025

Chez Celine has consistently provided fantastic breakfast and brunch for us on our vacation. Ordered the croissant sandwich with mushrooms. The pastries are great! Es un lugar muy bueno para desayunar y almorzar.

Frank Biermann
May 14, 2025

Food was great. Everything tasted fresh and that may have cured my hangover and reset me for another day of imbibing. We had a big group and they were able to accommodate us pretty quickly. We had outside seating and you can easily people watch in the busy street. While waiting you can do some bird watching on the big tree outside. Looking forward to returning and trying some of the other dishes.

fireplacegallery anoka
May 08, 2025

I eat hear every time I’m in PDC. I am pleased with everything I have eaten. I especially like the Jeronimo sandwich. The pest is fantastic. I wish they would sell it!! Always ask god a side of pesto!

Gbohunmi Fawehinmi
Mar 22, 2025

Food was well made! I got an Americano with sweets, and they were all great! Main course was a ratatouille omelet, and there was so much flavor. My wife got the French toast, and it was so rich. Thank you to the restaurant for a great experience!

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Quick info

Address
Av 5ta Calle 34 Norte Esquina, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Price range
$200–300
Category
French restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Tuesday (Today) 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Wednesday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Thursday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Friday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Saturday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Sunday 07:30 AM - 11:30 PM

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