Fun Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is not just a wonderful place to visit or live, it is a great place to enjoy really good food. Chefs from all over the world have settled in Puerto Vallarta, making it an international culinary place to go. There are hundreds of great restaurants, but here's a list of suggestions.
The Blue Shrimp
Shrimps reign in this underwater world restaurant, by Martin Villalobos and Katina Demerutis. If you truly enjoy eating shrimp, this is the place to be. They have a zillion of ways to prepare it: Al Tequila, Coconut Shrimp, A la Diabla, Al Pastor... Do you have a recipe of your own that you really like, just bring it with you and they will prepare it for you. For those who don't like shrimps that much, there are a lot of options, like tuna steak, Mahi Mahi, lobster, calamari, crab tacos. The menu seems endless.
Price: $10 to over $25
Address: Calle Morelos 779, Puerto Vallarta
Kaiser Maximilian
The chef at Kaiser Maximilian has earned national and international awards and brings you terrific dishes with a Mexican touch. The Austrian environment is elegant and sober and you'll enjoy the first quality service in this restaurant. The menu has herb-crusted rack of lamb with horseradish and pureed vegetables, venison medallions with chestnut sauce and great desserts.
Price: $15 to $25
Address: Av. Olas Atlas 380, Col. E. Zapata, Puerto Vallarta
La Palapa
A glimpse of La Palapa
This restaurant on the beach of Playa los Muertos gives you a tropical feeling. Have your dinner on the sand, less than 10 feet away from the water, listening to the sound of the sea. The menu is filled with delicious dishes like La Palapa Tortilla Soup, steamed mussels, pork tenderloin stuffed with goat cheese and chorizo, special Mexican plates...
Price: $15 to over $25
Address: Calle Pulpito 103, Puerto Vallarta
River Cafe
This riverside restaurant is a place to come for evening ambiance. International dishes as rack of lamb with polenta or chicken stuffed with wild mushrooms and spinach are being served by first quality waiters. You can listen to live jazz Friday through Sunday evenings.
Price: $10 to $25
Address: Isla Rio Cuale, Local 4, Puerto Vallarta
Felipe's Restaurant
A picture of Felipe's Restaurant
This wonderful restaurant used to be a home and you can still breath in that warm, cozy atmosphere. The food is very tasteful and filled with seafood and Mexican specialties and you can enjoy it while looking at the breathtaking view.
Price: $5 to $15
Address: Prolongacion Insurgentes 466, Puerto Vallarta
El Arrayan
One of the hottest places in town, with authentic Mexican cuisine. An Arrayan tree is growing inside of the restaurant, hence the name. Don't miss out on the Shrimp Pozole and take a trip through the different regions of Mexico.
Price: $15 to $25
Address: Allende 344, Puerto Vallarta
Pipi's
If you're a lover of extra grande margaritas or extremely sizzling fajitas then you should go to Pipi's. There's always an atmosphere that means fun and the staff will make you feel very welcome. Make sure you try the great salsa and guacamole. Mexican food at its best!
Price: $5 to $15
Address: Guadalupe Sanchez 804, Puerto Vallarta
Le Kliff
For a spectacular sunset you need to go to Le Kliff. This restaurant didn't have to look hard to come up with its name, because it's located on top of a cliff. An excellent selection of seafood and steaks are being served at this romantic place.
Price: $15 to $25
Address: Carretera Barra de Navidad Km. 175, Puerto Vallarta