Playa Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, 23000, Dominican Republic
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Flavours, Buffets and Beachside Drinks All Day Long
Enjoy 24-hour all-inclusive snacks and beverages, starting with a free buffet breakfast and live cooking stations at the main restaurant. Choose from Asian, Spanish, Mexican, steakhouse and other local and international dining, with vegetarian and vegan menu options available. Six bars, including poolside and swim-up options, keep refreshments close between beach time, pools and evening entertainment.
International Buffet Restaurant
Colonial
A lively international buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Bambu serving American breakfast, hot and cold lunch, and dinner buffets with live cooking stations and a terrace. Colonial suits guests who like variety throughout the day, with themed buffet nights adding extra flavour three times a week.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Asian Buffet Restaurant
Hibachi
A vibrant Asian buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Bambu offering a varied spread of Asian flavors in an easygoing resort setting. Hibachi is perfect for guests who enjoy choice and casual dining, with a lively feel that suits relaxed evenings.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Spanish À La Carte Restaurant
Olé
A lively Spanish restaurant at Hotel Riu Bambu serving à la carte Spanish cuisine with buffet starters and desserts. Olé is perfect for guests craving classic Iberian flavours in a warm themed setting, with an easygoing feel for a relaxed evening meal.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Steakhouse À La Carte Restaurant
Palm Beach
A hearty steakhouse restaurant at Hotel Riu Bambu serving à la carte cuts in a classic dinner setting. Palm Beach is perfect for guests craving grilled favourites and a more focused evening meal, with a warm, satisfying feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Mexican Buffet Restaurant
Mama Juana
A lively poolside Mexican restaurant at Hotel Riu Bambu offering buffet-style favorites close to the resort’s pools. Mama Juana is perfect for casual lunches and relaxed dinners, with a colorful, easygoing feel for guests craving Mexican flavors.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Terrace Bar
La Plaza
A welcoming terrace bar at Hotel Riu Bambu offering drinks in an open-air setting within the resort. La Plaza is perfect for easygoing meetups before or after the evening, with a sociable feel and space to linger outdoors.
- Serves: Cocktails & Drinks
- Hours vary — see concierge
Swim-Up Poolside Bar
Blue
A refreshing swim-up poolside bar at Hotel Riu Bambu offering drinks right from the water in a sunny pool setting. Blue is perfect for cooling off between swims, with an easygoing feel that keeps the day relaxed and social.
- Serves: Cocktails & Drinks
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining options are available at Hotel Riu Bambu?
Hotel Riu Bambu offers seven on-site restaurants serving a mix of international cuisines. Guests can enjoy the main buffet restaurant Colonial, which features live cooking stations for breakfast, lunch and dinner, alongside themed à la carte restaurants such as Hibachi (Asian) and Olé (Spanish), plus Palm Beach, the resort’s steakhouse. Poolside, Mama Juana serves Mexican-inspired buffet fare. All dining at Hotel Riu Bambu is included in the 24-hour all-inclusive service.
Is dining at Hotel Riu Bambu all-inclusive?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu operates a 24-hour all-inclusive service covering meals at its themed restaurants, the main buffet, and snacks and beverages around the clock. Dining at Hotel Riu Bambu is unlimited and free for all-inclusive guests, with theme restaurants served on a first-come, first-served basis during regular operating hours.
Do I need reservations for restaurants at Hotel Riu Bambu?
Most restaurants at Hotel Riu Bambu, including the themed venues, are first-come, first-served and do not require advance reservations. Optional dining at the resort’s grill/steakhouse, however, does require guests to reserve in advance. Beyond that, dining at Hotel Riu Bambu remains unlimited and free for all-inclusive guests.
Is there a dress code for dinner at Hotel Riu Bambu?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu requests formal dress for dinner across its restaurants. In the main buffet restaurant, gentlemen are asked to avoid sleeveless T-shirts, and in the themed à la carte restaurants gentlemen must also wear long trousers in addition to skipping sleeveless shirts.
What bars does Hotel Riu Bambu offer?
Hotel Riu Bambu features six on-site bars, including three poolside bars and two swim-up bars. Guests can relax at La Plaza, a bar with a terrace, or cool off at Blue, one of the resort’s swim-up pool bars. Drinks and snacks at these bars are available 24 hours a day as part of the all-inclusive package.
Does Hotel Riu Bambu have a nightclub?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu guests have access to an on-site discotheque open seven days a week. Keep in mind that drinks at the nightclub are not included in the all-inclusive package, unlike the resort’s restaurants and bars.
Does Hotel Riu Bambu offer vegetarian and vegan dining options?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu provides vegetarian breakfast options as well as vegetarian and vegan menu options across its dining venues, making it easy for guests with dietary preferences to enjoy the all-inclusive buffet and themed restaurants.
Is Hotel Riu Bambu suitable for families dining together, or is it adults-only?
Hotel Riu Bambu is marketed as an all-inclusive family hotel, not an adults-only resort, so families can dine together at any of its restaurants and buffets. That said, at least one guest per room must be 21 years or older, and Hotel Riu Bambu does not accept student or Spring Break groups under age 21 at any time of year.
Are snacks and drinks available outside regular restaurant hours at Hotel Riu Bambu?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu offers 24-hour snack and beverage service as part of its all-inclusive package, so guests can grab a bite or a drink at the bars any time, day or night.
Does Hotel Riu Bambu accommodate guests with accessibility needs at its restaurants?
Yes, Hotel Riu Bambu features a wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant, and the property overall is wheelchair accessible, though some limitations may apply.