I was just at Pat's last night. I stayed in Cancun for three nights and the night there was easily the best one. The food I had was great and I loved the shooter girls that wandered around. It was kinda expensive but this place is definitely worth it for the memories if given a chance.

We made the mistake of eating breakfast at this bar and grill, and it was pretty tasty but very expensive. We found out that breakfast is one of the most expensive meals of the day in Cancun. We were not aware that soda pop was so expensive and that refills were not free. As for the food, it was good, and the staff was nice. We did have a blackbird come and get food from the buffet while we were there - and he did not even pay! Overall, this is a good place - just be prepared to pay more than at other places in the area.

We had a blast at this place, with a good dance band and waiters that juggle and balance bottles on their heads. They really get you involved and you just can't help but have a great time. Food was just OK, but tasted fresh. This is just a place to go and have a great time.

This was one of the most fun places we went to eat. There's a fire burning in the middle of a water fountain -- I mean directly in the falling water! The waiters carry the drinks on their heads -- no matter how big or how many there are. We saw a waiter carry eight drinks on his head! The customer gets to take them off one at a time by standing on a chair! Each time a glass comes off, the waiter adjusts for the balance a little and then the next one comes off and so on. It was good fun. They play some music to get your attention and everybody watches the show at each table.

The food was excellent. We ordered five meals with not one complaint. We had steaks, lobster, etc. Everything was hot and prepared correctly. The service was outstanding. They made balloon animals and hats for the kids. They have a DJ and/or live music depending on what time it is. The live band was all Mexican singing American songs. It was just a riot. Every so often the waiters get up on stage and do a dance.

Very entertaining for all ages! We went twice in one week. We would definitely go back again next time we visit Cancun.

Pat O'Brien's is a restaurant in Cancun located directly across the street from the Continental Plaza Hotel. It was only natural for me to amble across the street from my room and mingle with the crowd when I visited the city. Part of a chain of five such establishments in major tourist cities, the Pat O’Brien’s in Cancun is one of the most popular evening spots in the city. I have been to this restaurant numerous times during at least three separate vacation trips. The last visit gave me the opportunity to take my wife. She had never heard of the restaurant before, but she quickly learned to appreciate the beauty of the location (set amid beautiful beaches and luxurious resorts), the unique decorative touches of the designer (beer steins hanging overhead and lavish ironwork throughout the restaurant), the romance provided by a signature flaming fountain, and the delicious food.

I feel that the major attraction at Pat O’Brien’s is the evening meal. The menu contains a selection of steaks, seafood, and salads, with a few local dishes thrown in the mix. My wife and I ordered two pitchers of the famous Pat O’Brien’s hurricanes to start the evening, then she ordered the fresh filet of fish and I ordered the porterhouse steak. The waiter not only took the orders, but entertained the customers by carrying the drink orders on his head. It is amazing to see the waiters as they carry up to 10 drinks balanced on their heads without dropping the drinks or spilling the contents.

However, the food and the atmosphere were not the only ways that we enjoyed ourselves. A very capable rock band played covered of a wide variety of music from the rock world (oldies from the Beach Boys through modern selections by U2 and Selena). They performed from about 8pm until midnight. About once every hour the waiters all go to the stage and dance to "Cotton-Eyed Joe", then return to serving. This reminds me a little of the bar scenes from the movie Coyote Ugly.

First-time visitors to Pat O’Brien’s may be surprised by the long line of customers waiting to be seated. The line is only an indication of the quality of the food and the popularity of the entertainment that can be found at this restaurant. The line occurs from around 6 - 9pm. Afterwards it is easier to get in to enjoy this establishment.

After a wonderful evening of food and music, my wife and I returned to Pat O’Brien’s for breakfast. This time we were treated to a nice breakfast buffet for about $6 - $7. The meal consisted of international favorites such as pancakes, French toast, bacon, sausage, eggs, ham, sweet rolls, and Mexican favorites such as chorizo, refried beans, fried bananas, rice, and other dishes. It was also possible to have the chef cook a specialty omelet for this meal. Again, we left the restaurant filled and happy for the experience.