Carretera Sosua-cabarete, Cabarete, Puerto Plata, 57000, Dominican Republic
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Beach Days, Buffet Favorites, Specialty Dinners, and Tropical Drinks
Savor all-inclusive dining from morning to late night, including international buffet meals at La Bahia, Italian à la carte specialties at La Vela, and creative fusion dishes at Melt with reservations required. Between beach time and poolside lounging, enjoy light snacks and drinks, a poolside bar, and two bars, with cocktails, beverages, wine, daily entertainment, theme parties, and discotheque entry included in the resort experience.
International Buffet Restaurant
La Bahia
A welcoming international buffet restaurant at Viva Tangerine offering all-day dining with breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks included. La Bahia is perfect for easy, reservation-free meals with plenty of choice, from familiar favorites to flavors inspired by different cultures.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.; 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Italian À La Carte Restaurant
La Vela
A welcoming Italian à la carte restaurant at Viva Tangerine offering Italian delicacies in a relaxed specialty dining setting. La Vela is perfect for guests craving familiar favorites with a touch of romance, bringing an easygoing evening feel to dinner.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Fusion À La Carte Restaurant
Melt
A creative fusion restaurant at Viva Tangerine turning favorite international tastes into new and inventive à la carte specialties. Melt is perfect for guests who want a reservation-only dinner with casual attire, international service and a lively change of pace.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What restaurants and bars are available at Viva Tangerine?
Viva Tangerine offers multiple on-site dining venues as part of its all-inclusive experience in Cabarete. Guests can enjoy the all-day buffet at La Bahia, Italian specialties at La Vela, Mexican favorites at Vive Mexico, and creative international fusion dishes at Melt. Viva Tangerine also features a poolside bar and a beachside snack bar, giving guests plenty of options for meals and drinks throughout the day.
Is dining and drinking included in the all-inclusive package at Viva Tangerine?
Yes, Viva Tangerine’s all-inclusive package covers all meals and snacks at its on-site restaurants, along with unlimited cocktails, beverages, and wine. Guests also receive a welcome cocktail upon arrival, and all taxes and gratuities for dining and drinks are included, so there’s nothing extra to budget for at the resort’s restaurants and bars.
What are the hours and cuisine style at La Bahia in Viva Tangerine?
La Bahia is Viva Tangerine’s all-day international buffet restaurant, blending flavors from different cuisines and requiring no reservations. At Viva Tangerine, La Bahia serves breakfast from 7:00 am to 11:00 am, lunch from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm, and dinner from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm, with snack service available from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and again from 11:00 pm to 2:00 am.
Does Viva Tangerine offer Italian dining options?
Yes, Viva Tangerine’s La Vela restaurant specializes in Italian delicacies, served à la carte as part of the resort’s specialty dining lineup. It’s one of several themed restaurants at Viva Tangerine designed to give guests variety beyond the main buffet.
Can I find Mexican cuisine at Viva Tangerine?
Yes, Vive Mexico is Viva Tangerine’s on-site à la carte restaurant serving Mexican favorites. It’s one of the specialty dining venues at Viva Tangerine that complements the resort’s all-day buffet and other international offerings.
What is Melt at Viva Tangerine and what type of food does it serve?
Melt is Viva Tangerine’s fusion specialty restaurant, combining favorite international tastes into new and creative dishes prepared and served by international staff. Casual attire is appropriate at Melt, and it’s a popular à la carte choice for guests looking to try something different during their stay at Viva Tangerine.
Do I need reservations to dine at Viva Tangerine's restaurants?
At Viva Tangerine, the buffet restaurant La Bahia requires no reservations, making it easy to drop in for any meal. However, the resort’s à la carte specialty restaurants, including Melt, do require reservations, so guests are encouraged to book ahead once on property to secure their preferred dining time.
Is there a dress code for dinner at Viva Tangerine?
Yes, dinner at Viva Tangerine’s à la carte restaurants generally follows a dress code, so guests should plan for slightly more polished attire in the evenings. At Melt specifically, casual attire is acceptable, making it a relaxed option among the resort’s specialty dining venues.
What bars and nightlife options does Viva Tangerine offer?
Viva Tangerine features a poolside bar for daytime drinks and relaxation, along with a nightclub/discotheque included in the all-inclusive entertainment program. Guests can also enjoy karaoke, live concerts and shows, and performances at the resort’s theater, making evenings at Viva Tangerine lively and entertaining.
Is Viva Tangerine a good choice for families dining together?
Yes, Viva Tangerine is known as a family-friendly resort that welcomes both couples and families, with no separate adults-only dining areas. The resort’s buffet at La Bahia and its à la carte restaurants are open to guests of all ages, and Viva Tangerine’s free children’s club and supervised kids’ activities make it easy for parents to enjoy relaxed meals while children are entertained nearby.