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ABOUT US
Our food is micro-seasonal and is a current representation of the flora and fauna around us

We have created the dishes to be in tune with our roots and traditions, with bold and explosive flavors. Open-fire cooking is integral to our menu, which is composed of small plates intended to be shared, a way of eating that is inherent in Mexican culture.

We have spent several years nurturing our relationship with our local purveyors whom are now like our family. We cherish these relationships because they allow us to properly represent the diversity of the area, and in turn we help the community that has welcomed us open-heartedly in this jungle paradise we call home.

Dinner

DZIKILPAK

smoked pumpkin seeds - chive oil - xoconostle heirloom coriander - crispy heirloom corn tostada

VENISON TARTARE

mushroom chicharrón - huitlacoche mole - chives coriander - black sesame seed - nasturtium

THE WHOLE SQUASH

roasted local squash - squash flowers grilled squash leaves - crispy squash seed

GRILLED BROCCOLINI 

herb cesar dressing - fried capers - crispy bread parmesan crisps - toasted seaweed

SOFTSHELL CRAB TACO

amaranth and mezcal tempura - hoja santa emulsion fermented habanero & xoconostle salsa

BONE MARROW

toasted in the woodfire oven - serrano salsa grilled pulque sourdough - tamarind and pasilla glacé

ROASTED PRAWNS

morita chilli - plantain vinegar - prawn butter manzano chilli ferment

CRAB ESQUITES

heirloom corn - crab meat - coconut crab bisque charred heirloom - tomato - chives

BLUEFIN TUNA CRUDO

hibiscus and fermented plum aguachile morita chili - dulce seaweed - purple basil

SMOKED TROUT TOSTADA

crispy skin - green allspice leaf sauce emulsion pickled gooseberries - smoked crema - trout roe

SCALLOP CRUDO

smoked pumpkin seeds - chive oil - xoconostle heirloom coriander - crispy heirloom corn tostada

STRIPED SEABASS

seared in coconut oil - green mole - local basil coconut & jicama slaw

MAYAN OCTOPUS

lentil purée - lentil granola - pickled radishes longaniza - xcatic & allspice leaf salsa

MEXICAN WAGYU TLAYUDA

grilled flank steak - oxtail carnitas smoked yuca purée - huilacoche mole

SUCKLING PIG

crispy belly - smoked carnitas - cinnamon leaf oil rice bean - soursop & sea purslane salsa

GRILLED SOURDOUGH PULQUE BREAD

with coconut butter

COCONUT FLOUR TORTILLA 

JOSE LUIS HINOSTROZA EXECUTIVE CHEF / CO-OWNER

A native of Southern California, Jose Luis Hinostroza grew up in a Mexican household in the heart of one of the richest agricultural regions in America and the birthplace of the farm-to-table movement.

Formerly a part of Rene Redzepi’s culinary mecca, Noma in Copenhagen he formed part of the research and development team of Noma Mexico at their Tulum pop-up.

His product-driven menu at ARCA brings together the bold and explosive flavors of Mexico, executing a casual fine-dining experience with the technique and knowledge of a chef who has spent the past ten years working in some of the best kitchens around the world.

Drinks

House cocktails

HAR MAR SUPERSTAR

Montelobos Mezcal - Honey - Ginger - Lemon

NAKED IN TULUM

Montelobos Mezcal - Aperol - Ancho Reyes Verde - Lime

MESTIZO MARGARITA

Tequila Don Julio Ceniza - Alma Finca - Recado Negro - Sour Orange

SAMPHIRE MARTINI

The Lost Explorer Espadín - Nami Sake - Prickly Pear Distillate - St. Germain

ARCA COLADA

Atávica Tepache Distillate - Coconut - Smoked Pineapple - Aquafaba - Lime

Classics

SEASONAL NEGRON

Atávica Destilado de Tepache, Cocchi Rosa, Xila, Mole Bitters

ARCA COLADA

Atávica Destilado de Tepache, Smoked Pineapple Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Aquafaba, Lime

MELIPONA

Woodford Reserve, Xtabentun D’Aristi, Sour Orange, Ginger, Smoked Honey

PISCO SOUR

Epazote Infused Pisco Penca & Piedra, Wine Syrup, Wine Bitter, Aquafaba, Lemon

JUNGLE BIRD

Aconte Rum in Pineapple, Campari, Smokey Pineapple Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice

Events at arca

Arca is a modern farm-to-table restaurant set in the Mayan jungle of Tulum on the Yucatan peninsula.

We are also available for your events. Visit our events page and we will tell you about all the possibilities.

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