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El Faro Haute Cuisine and Buffet

Name: El Faro Haute Cuisine and Buffet
Address: Carretera El Macao - Arena Gorda Playa Bavaro, Coral Level at Iberostar Selection Bávaro, Bavaro 23301 Dominican Republic, AW
Rating: 5

★★★★★5.0 out of 5 · 2 reviews

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El Faro Haute Cuisine and Buffet is a $$$ international & fine_dining upscale restaurant in Bávaro rated 5.0/5 by 2 TripAdvisor reviewers; reservations recommended.

About

El Faro sits inside the Coral Level at Iberostar Selection Bávaro, the adults-only tower within the larger Iberostar complex in Bávaro. It runs both a buffet and an à la carte haute cuisine service under one roof, which is unusual but explains the dual name. The perfect 5/5 comes from just two reviews, so treat that as a very early signal rather than established consensus—it's too small a sample to call it a destination yet. What stands out is the format flexibility. You can do the buffet if you want variety without commitment, or sit down for the plated haute cuisine experience if you're dressed for it. Both pull from the same kitchen team. The Coral Level's all-inclusive setup means most guests here are resort residents using their package, so walk-in availability can be tight during high season. If you're staying elsewhere and want to try it, call ahead to confirm they're taking outside reservations that night.

At a glance

Area: Bávaro
Vibe: upscale
Price: ●●●○
Reservation required: ✓
Kid friendly: –
Cuisine: international
fine_dining
Dietary options: —

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