Amber Cove Coco Caña Food and Drink Menu
If you are spending your port day at Amber Cove in the Dominican Republic, Coco Caña is one of the main places to grab food and drinks without leaving the cruise port. The restaurant and bar serves a combination of Caribbean-inspired dishes, familiar American favorites, seafood, burgers, cocktails, frozen drinks, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.
During our visit to Amber Cove, we photographed the current Coco Caña food and drink menus. The menus shown below are especially useful for passengers deciding whether to eat at the port or return to the cruise ship for lunch.
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Coco Caña at Amber Cove
Coco Caña is an established food and beverage operator inside Amber Cove. The official Amber Cove directory lists Coco Caña among the destination’s food and beverage options, and Coco Caña service is available in several areas around the port.
The menu mixes casual cruise-port food with some Dominican and Caribbean influences. There are appetizers, burgers, fried chicken, steak, seafood, Mexican-style dishes, salads, and desserts.
Coco Caña Appetizers
The appetizer section photographed during our visit included four options.
• Grilled Chicken Quesadilla – Grilled chicken, bacon, cheese blend, and fresh salsa
• The Club Sampler – Coconut shrimp, crispy calamari, ham croquettes, and fried chicken wings/thighs served with fried yucca sticks
• Crispy Calamari – Deep-fried calamari served with marinara sauce for dipping
• Dominican Crab Patty – Fried patties made with lump crab meat
The Club Sampler is particularly useful for anyone who wants to try several items rather than ordering a single appetizer.
Burgers at Coco Caña
The menu prominently advertises three hamburgers:
• The Coco Caña
• The Frenchy
• The Dominicana
The photographed menu board shows the burgers but does not provide readable ingredient descriptions or individual prices, so we are not going to guess at either.
For travelers who prefer familiar food during a port day, burgers are one of the straightforward options available without leaving Amber Cove.
Meat and Chicken Options
The meat section includes two substantial choices.
• Fried Chicken – Three pieces of battered chicken served with French fries
• Classic Ribeye Steak – A 12-ounce steak grilled to your preference and served with French fries
The ribeye is one of the heavier meal options on the menu, while the fried chicken provides a more casual alternative.
Fish and Seafood
Seafood is well represented on the Coco Caña menu.
The photographed menu lists:
• Puerto Plata Fish & Chips – Fresh-caught mahi mahi fillet, egg and panko battered and deep-fried, served with tartar sauce and French fries
• Coco Caña Shrimps – Coconut-battered shrimp fried and served with French fries
The mahi mahi is particularly appropriate for the location, with Puerto Plata specifically referenced in the dish’s name.
Nachos, Tacos and Fajitas
The “Mariachi Corner” adds several Mexican-inspired choices.
• Nachos – Tortilla chips layered with nacho cheese and jalapeño, garnished with guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and chicken
• Fish Tacos – Deep-fried mahi mahi fish tacos served with fresh vegetables, grated cheese, guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo
• Fajitas – Choice of grilled chicken, beef, or shrimp served with grilled vegetables, mixed cheeses, pico de gallo, sour cream, and warm tortillas
These dishes give groups another option if not everyone wants burgers or fried seafood.
Coco Caña Salads
Two salads are visible on the photographed menu.
• Caesar Salad – Crispy romaine lettuce, house garlic croutons, and Parmesan cheese with a choice of grilled shrimp or grilled chicken
• Chicken Cobb Salad – Chicken breast, blue cheese crumble, bacon, sliced hard-boiled egg, Roma tomatoes, avocado, and choice of dressing; balsamic is recommended on the menu
These are among the lighter meal choices available at Coco Caña.
Desserts
The bottom of the photographed menu is partially obstructed, so only information that can actually be read from the image is included here.
Two desserts are visible:
• Guava Bread Pudding
• Coconut Tart
Because part of the descriptions is blocked in the photograph, we are not filling in the missing details.
Coco Caña Drink Menu
Coco Caña also has a substantial drink menu covering cocktails, spirits, frozen specialties, shots, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and beer.
For passengers planning to spend several hours around Amber Cove’s pool, this is likely to be one of the more relevant menus in the destination.
Cocktails
The cocktail section includes several tropical standards and house drinks.
• Coco Party
• Mango Mai Tai
• Strawberry Margarita
• Mojito – Classic, Coconut, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, or Mango
• Island Ice Tea
• Margarita
The Coco Party is served in a Chupa Cabra cup according to the menu, while several of the other drinks are variations on familiar Caribbean vacation cocktails.
Rum, Vodka, Tequila and Other Spirits
The spirits and liquors section shows a broad selection.
Rum choices include:
• Spiced rum
• Coconut rum
• Añejo
• Extra Viejo
• Premium
Vodka and gin are available in regular and premium selections, as is tequila.
Whiskey selections include regular and premium bourbon.
Other spirits listed include:
• Kahlúa
• Baileys
• Brandy
• Cognac
• Jägermeister
The menu also lists Mamajuana, a traditional Dominican drink. For cruise passengers interested in trying something associated with the Dominican Republic rather than ordering a standard resort cocktail, this is one of the notable choices on the menu.
Tropical Frozen Specialties
Frozen drinks make up a large portion of the Coco Caña drink selection.
The menu lists:
• Chupacabra – US$26
• Piña Colada
• Mango Daiquiri
• Coco Loco
• Strawberry Daiquiri
• Puerto Plata Vice
• Mango Melon
The Chupacabra is the standout visually and by price. The menu describes it as a frozen strawberry margarita served with two Presidente beers upside down in a jumbo cup.
The other frozen drinks include familiar tropical combinations featuring coconut, pineapple, mango, strawberry, melon, and rum.
Coco Caña Shots
The shots menu includes:
• B52
• Jäger Bomb
• Sweet Amber
• Blue Kamikaze
• Lemon Drop
• Surfer on Acid Jägermeister
A souvenir refill option is also advertised on the board, although the photographed menu does not show a readable price.
Wine and Sparkling Wine
The menu offers house wine and sparkling wine.
The available formats shown are:
• Sparkling wine – 200 ml
• Bottle – 187 ml
• White
• Red
Specific wine brands are not identified on the photographed board.
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
There are several choices for passengers who do not drink alcohol.
Frozen drinks include:
• Strawberry Daiquiri
• Mango Daiquiri
• Piña Colada
Lemonades include:
• Classic Lemonade
• Mango Lemonade
• Strawberry Lemonade
Bottled beverages listed include:
• Sparkling water
• Spring water
• Coke – 12 oz
• Sprite – 12 oz
Juices include:
• Pineapple
• Orange
• Passion fruit
• Apple
Coffee is also available in multiple varieties, although the individual coffee choices are not visible on the photographed menu.
Beer at Coco Caña
A beer section appears at the bottom of the drink board with domestic and imported categories, along with a Beer Bucket Special.
The lower portion of the sign is blocked in the photograph, so the individual beer selections and prices cannot be accurately read. Rather than filling in those missing details from another menu version, they are not included here.
Are Food and Drinks Free at Amber Cove?
No. Food and beverages purchased at Amber Cove are separate from the food included with your cruise fare onboard the ship.
Amber Cove is a cruise destination rather than an extension of the ship’s complimentary dining venues. If you order lunch, cocktails, or other beverages at Coco Caña, expect to pay for them separately.
This is worth remembering when planning your port-day budget, particularly if you intend to stay around the pool for most of the day.
Do You Have to Leave Amber Cove to Find Food?
No. Amber Cove has multiple food and beverage outlets within the cruise destination, and Coco Caña is one of the primary options.
That makes staying inside the port relatively easy for passengers who do not want to book shore excursions or arrange transportation into Puerto Plata.
You can spend the day around the pool and activities and still have access to food and drinks without returning to the ship.
Is Coco Caña a Good Option for a Pool Day?
Coco Caña is particularly convenient if your Amber Cove plans revolve around the pool and Aqua Zone.
Amber Cove’s official information confirms that Coco Caña food and signature cocktails are available within the destination, including service around the pool area.
Combined with Amber Cove’s waterslide, zip line, cabanas, kayaks, paddleboards, and other activities, it is entirely possible to build a full port day without leaving the Amber Cove complex.
Amber Cove Coco Caña FAQ
What kind of food does Coco Caña serve?
The photographed menu includes appetizers, burgers, fried chicken, ribeye steak, fish and chips, coconut shrimp, nachos, fish tacos, fajitas, salads, and desserts.
Does Coco Caña have seafood?
Yes. Seafood options shown on the menu include crispy calamari, Dominican crab patties, coconut shrimp, mahi mahi fish and chips, and fish tacos.
Does Coco Caña have burgers?
Yes. The photographed menu advertises The Coco Caña, The Frenchy, and The Dominicana hamburgers.
Does Coco Caña serve alcohol?
Yes. The drink menu includes cocktails, frozen drinks, rum, vodka, gin, tequila, whiskey, Mamajuana, shots, wine, sparkling wine, and beer.
Does Coco Caña have non-alcoholic frozen drinks?
Yes. The non-alcoholic menu lists frozen Strawberry Daiquiri, Mango Daiquiri, and Piña Colada.
Can you get Mamajuana at Amber Cove?
Yes. Mamajuana is specifically listed in the spirits section of the photographed Coco Caña menu.
How much is the Chupacabra at Coco Caña?
The photographed menu lists the Chupacabra at US$26. It is described as a frozen strawberry margarita served with two Presidente beers upside down in a jumbo cup.
Is Coco Caña inside Amber Cove?
Yes. Coco Caña is an official food and beverage outlet within the Amber Cove cruise destination in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
Is food included at Amber Cove?
No. Food and beverages purchased at Amber Cove are not part of the complimentary dining included aboard your cruise ship.
Conclusion
Coco Caña gives passengers staying at Amber Cove a surprisingly broad selection of food and drinks without requiring a trip outside the cruise port.
The food menu ranges from burgers and fried chicken to mahi mahi, coconut shrimp, ribeye steak, fajitas, salads, and Dominican-inspired choices. The bar menu is even more extensive, with tropical cocktails, frozen drinks, Mamajuana, shots, wine, beer, and several non-alcoholic options.
If your Amber Cove itinerary involves spending the day at the pool, riding the zip line or waterslide, or simply relaxing without booking a shore excursion, Coco Caña makes it easy to grab lunch and drinks while remaining inside the destination.
