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Vos bonnes adresses à Puerto Vallarta

Une sélection de nos restaurants, activités et contacts préférés.

🍽️ Où manger

Du taco de rue au dîner gastronomique, tous accessibles à pied.

Tacos

Pancho's Takos

Puerto Vallarta's famous al pastor tacos. A must in the evening (a queue is a good sign).

Our takeOur go-to for a casual dinner: order the al pastor combo and arrive before 8 pm to skip the queue.
🚶 8 min$View on map →
Seafood

La Palapa

Toes in the sand on Playa Los Muertos. Perfect for a sunset dinner.

Our takeGreat for eating right on the beach, very good quality. Recommended for breakfast (the chilaquiles are excellent) and dinner (at sunset).
🚶 15 min$$$View on map →
Fine dining

Café des Artistes

The city's standout table: refined cuisine in a beautiful setting.

Our takeThe best fine-dining restaurant in Vallarta, French cuisine. The inner garden is incredible — be sure to book a table outside.
🚶 6 min$$$$View on map →
Beach bar

El Barracuda

Cocktails in the sand and one of the finest sunsets in the bay.

Our takeRight next to the apartment, on the beach: perfect for seafood facing the sea without breaking the bank.
🚶 5 min$$View on map →
International

The River Café

By the Cuale river, under the trees. Great for brunch or a romantic dinner.

Our takeOn the Río Cuale island, highly recommended for dining by the river and spotting iguanas in the trees. Combine it with the island's craft market and the suspension bridges across the river.
🚶 18 min$$$View on map →
Fine dining

Azul by Hugo Chávez

Signature Mexican cuisine by chef Hugo Chávez: a refined and creative experience.

Our takeAway from the tourist area, but our favorite for seafood. Excellent cooking: for the same price as on the Malecón, you'll eat far better.
🚶 5 de Diciembre$$$View on map →
Tapas

Barcelona Tapas

Spanish tapas and a panoramic bay view, at the top of the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood.

Our takeLovely terrace with a gorgeous bay view at sunset. Ideal for a relaxed evening of tapas — the paella is recommended.
🚶 5 de Diciembre$$View on map →
Seafood

Mariscos El Güero

A local seafood institution: fresh, affordable and hugely popular with residents.

Our takeIn the Zona Romántica, if you're looking to eat well without spending much.
🚶 Zona Romántica$$View on map →
Mexican

Si Señor

Generous, colorful Mexican cooking, facing the sea on the Malecón.

Our takeNext to La Palapa, recommended in the evening to dine with your toes in the sand. The grilled huachinango (red snapper) is delicious.
🚶 Malecón$$$View on map →
Mexican

El Andariego

A small family restaurant with homemade Mexican food and a warm welcome.

Our takeA good spot for Mexican home cooking.
🚶 5 de Diciembre$$View on map →
Café

Calmate Café

A small café at the foot of the building, with fresh, healthy food.

Our takeRight downstairs from the apartment, healthy food: our highly recommended breakfast spot.
🚶 2 min$$View on map →
Italian

Dolce Vita

Italian restaurant on the Malecón, pizza and pasta facing the sea.

Our takeExcellent Italian on the Malecón: in our view, the best pizzas in Vallarta. There's another Dolce Vita in Nuevo Vallarta.
🚶 Malecón$$View on map →
Burritos

Tacón de Marlin

Hearty burritos and tacos at the foot of the building, perfect for a quick bite.

Our takeRight downstairs: hearty, cheap burritos, ideal for a quick meal. We recommend the octopus burritos.
🚶 2 min$View on map →
Mexican

El Campanario

Traditional Mexican 'cenaduría' serving classic evening dishes.

Our takeA typical cenaduría. Note: often a wait in the evening and no reservations. We recommend the pozole de espinazo.
🚶 Centro$View on map →

Astuce : les distances « 5 de Diciembre / Centro » correspondent au quartier de l'appartement, à quelques minutes à pied.

🌅 À voir & à faire

Les incontournables, de la promenade de quartier à l'excursion d'une journée.

Boardwalk

El Malecón

The iconic seafront promenade, its bronze sculptures and street performers.

Our takeBest enjoyed in the morning or evening. If you like to run, head out from the apartment and do the round trip to Playa Los Muertos.
🚶 7 minView on map →
Beach

Zona Romántica y Playa Los Muertos

Old Vallarta and its beach: cobbled streets, galleries, cafés and swimming south of downtown.

Our takeA calm beach for swimming, with smaller waves than the beaches closer to downtown.
🚶 15 minView on map →
Boat trip

Îles Marietas

Boat tour to the famous “hidden beach,” snorkeling and dolphin watching.

Our takeGreat for whale watching in winter. Departures through travel agencies, or from Los Muertos or El Anclote (about 1 hour's drive).
🚐 journéeView on map →
Southern beaches

Playa Colomitos, Las Ánimas, Yelapa

The beaches on the south side of the bay: wild coves and nature, reached by water taxi.

Our takeThe beaches on the south of the bay are extraordinary — an absolute must. Take a water taxi from the Los Muertos pier, or drive to Boca de Tomatlán.
🚐 30 minView on map →
Nature

Jardin botanique

Orchids, forest trails and river swimming, 30 min south of town.

Our takeAn incredible spot for its plant life, and a great way to discover Vallarta's backcountry. You can swim in the cool river water (bring a swimsuit); pack mosquito repellent.
🚐 40 minView on map →
Neighborhood

Marina Vallarta

A stroll along the yachts, restaurants and the famous Tepoznieves ice cream along the way.

Our takeEasy to reach by Uber or taxi. A pleasant atmosphere in the evening with plenty of dining options — avoid the afternoon sun. Traditional market on some evenings.
🚐 20 minView on map →
Cove

Conchas Chinas

Rocky coves and natural pools: Vallarta's most upscale seaside neighborhood.

Our takeJust past Playa Los Muertos: beaches that are a little harder to reach, but quieter and rocky. A really beautiful spot.
🚐 15 minView on map →
Viewpoint

El Mirador

Panoramic viewpoint over the whole Bahía de Banderas — magical at sunset.

Our takeThe finest view in the city: come up by taxi, ideally at sunset.
🚐 miradorView on map →
Boho Banderas — Oporto 405 · Naalua 603