Playa del Carmen is one of the fastest-growing cities in Latin America. It’s absolutely bursting at the seams & it’s not pretty. Rampant over-tourism, unchecked development plus the latest round of violence & sargassum make it one of the last go-to places on any Mexico Lover’s list. However, you may end up there, waiting for the ferry to Cozumel, celebrating your cousin’s bachelorette or someone’s birthday. So I’ll share my cheap & decent lunch recommendation with you: Asadeo El Pollo

Onion, Tanned is an awkward translation for one of the most delicious condiments found on tables in Yucatan peninsula, Cebollas Curtidas. I make them all the time. chopping & slicing the onion as I like, then covering them with naranja agria, lime juice, or any fruit vinegar. Add salt & pepper, and some sliced habanero if you like it hot. These onions brighten up any dish, and help cut the fat in lechon, castacan or cochinita tacos & tortas.

Asadero el Pollo (gmaps)

20 Avenida Norte 652, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.

Open from 10am to 6pm 7 days a week