our recommendations
LUNCH + DINNER
Restaurant Azafrán opened its doors in October 2017. The name comes from the Spanish word for saffron – is more than a restaurant, it is a unique culinary journey with gracious European-style service. Like the spice itself, Azafrán is a subtle, luxurious difference that must be experienced to be fully understood.
Roof-top dining, open-air, with a great metropolitan view of the city and the church above Hidalgo Park, just four blocks up from the Malecon. Chef William Carballo opened Barcelona Tapas in Puerto Vallarta sixteen years ago and has a loyal following here in Puerto Vallarta.
We’re a casual and cozy restaurant serving up Asian small plates—from fun improvisations on that theme to faithful renditions of classic dishes that we love. We love the name “bonito” because it’s both the Spanish word for “beautiful” and the name of one of the most important fish in Japanese cuisine. Thus, it’s the perfect name for a restaurant that seeks to explore the shared traits in the cuisines of Vallarta and Vietnam, delving into our mutual love for funk, citrusy brightness, and carefully calibrated spice.
Elegance and exclusive ambiances have placed Café des Artistes as an iconic reference of haute cuisine in Puerto Vallarta for over 30 years. The excellence in service and high-quality food, make of this restaurant, an ideal venue for intimate celebrations or important business reunions.
The Iguana Restaurant & Tequila Bar
Casa Kimberly’s open air restaurant, The Iguana, overlooks the city of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay and serves contemporary Mexican cuisine in an elegant but informal ambience.
Chef Polo Cortes has created a unique dining experience that everyone is raving about. After twenty years of cooking in gourmet restaurants in France, Germany, Spain, Costa Rica, and Mexico, Chef Cortes, opened his own place here in Puerto Vallarta, in the Caloso neighborhood
A few steps from the famous Malecón and in the heart of Puerto Vallarta in a typical Vallarta construction is located Gaby's Restaurant Bar, a cozy place with Mexican touches and traditional cuisine and delicious flavors of Mexico since 1989
Hacienda San Angel creates memorable upscale Mexican and international meals at Hacienda San Angel Gourmet, the hotel’s highly regarded, full-service rooftop restaurant. Patrons enjoy 180-degree views of the town, azure Banderas Bay, and Puerto Vallarta’s evening fireworks display.
Please note there is a dress code.
Joe Jack’s Fish Shack is a lively, hip seafood restaurant located in beautiful “Old Town” Puerto Vallarta. Chef-owner Joe Jack prepares a menu of dishes that combines the freshest in local seafood and produce with moderately priced comfort food favorites.
Local award-winning chef Joel Ornelas offers a unique international culinary experience, which includes contrasting textures, with acidic and spicy elements, beautifully presented. The room is contemporary, metro, and inviting. The menu changes daily. We recommend the 5-course tastings
Chef Chanan and his wife Natalie after so many years working in the restaurant industry had the great idea to start their own restaurant and offer their customers a new concept of Italian flavor. Chef Chanan & Pastry Chef Natalie currently work every day providing an excellent taste...
We are inspired in our Mexico, his culture, his celebrations and the joy of his people. Our passion for the yucatecan cuisine, the gastronomy and culinary techniques that are prevailing over the time.
From the moment you get to Pal'Mar you get a great vibe of the place and nice decoration, they have a variety of options, it is not only the seafood that is great but they also have a creative menu that is always surprising the guests.
Start your day off right
BREAKFAST
Azul Bistro offers Mexican and Spanish cuisines, specializing in nicely cooked Chilaquiles, French Pancakes, French Toast, or Eggs Benedict
Casa 449's hotel restaurant is a great place for your morning Fresh Brewed Coffee or delicious Breakfast. You won't be disappointed.
If you're looking for a great cup of coffee--locally sourced and roasted--check out CREMA. While you are there, be sure and try one of their ham sandwiches & cheese or egg breakfast croissant, Avocado Toast or a breakfast bagel.
"La Cappella" is a beautiful restaurant that overlooks the city of Puerto Vallarta, the bay and the beautiful an iconic cathedral. Enjoy Bottomless Gay brunch with your host Louis Whitaker. Saturday's from 10am-2pm.
The cuisine of La Palapa is greatly influence by fresh and delicious local ingredients and abundant choices within the region. Located at Playa Los Muertos, the beach and ocean life is something integral to La Palapa’s identity. Tropical Mexican Cuisine combines Mexican with Asian and French elements to bring you a fresh, local culinary experience you will not soon forget.
Litten Brod is born from a deep respect and love for the timeless traditions of baking authentic cakes, rustic breads and other classic Danish bakery products, which are very loved and remember the old Denmark.
This is one of the Romantic Zones hidden treasures that so many people should be discovering. Great food, fantastic space and excellent service. If you like exploring small places, this is for you. Great breakfast, lunch & dinner
Poblanos Cocina Mexicana is in Old Town and it’s already a hit. Serving traditional Mexican cuisine, in a perfect location on the Cardenas Park. An intimate contemporary room with a casual relaxed ambiance. We recommend their chile en nogado.
