Restaurants, Cafés and Taco Stands
Vallarta has come a long way in the quality of the restaurants and cafés. At one time the best you could hope for was lots of atmosphere. Now you can find places with excellent food too. There are hundreds of restaurants in this town, many very good, but we limit our list to those of general interest to the gay visitor. Many of these places are gay owned, especially gay friendly or just in the gay part of town.
A quick note about service: In Mexico a restaurant meal is an event, so the waiters would never think of rushing you on by delivering the check before you ask for it. Sometimes this isn't so obvious to our tourist friends who sit at their table wondering why they don't bring the bill! Please be sure to tip generously if the service is good, as all restaurant help gets paid only 4 dollars per day, and they all really depend on your gratuities. Typical gratuities are 15%.
Archie's Wok
For over 35 years, Archie´s Wok has been serving up Vallarta´s diners with a tasteful array of Asian cuisine, consistently acquiring winning reviews.
Read moreArriba Restaurant Bar
Located right in the heart of the Romantic Zone, steps from the Los Muertos Pier. They feature a wide selection of Mexican and American food with an extensive drink menu.
Read moreCafe Bohemio
Patio dining strung with tiny white lights, serving great home cooked food, Cafe Bohemio is widely regarded as one of Puerto Vallarta´s best International and Mexican casual dining experiences!
Read moreCasa Cupula Bistro
Weather for breakfast, lunch, snack bar or a special event; discerning dinners will appreciate their creative take on authentic Mexican Cuisine.
Read moreCoco's Kitchen
Enjoy a relaxing and delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner in their outdoors garden. They serve Mexican and international food. Famous for the best breakfast in town. Coco will be delighted to welcome you!
Read moreDeCantaro
Contemporary Mexican food with an international touch cooked to the perfection with firewood and ingredients of the best quality.
Read moreEl Andariego
Restaurant with Traditional Mexican cuisine, seafood and fine cuts. An iconic place of this destination and a favorite of the local people of Vallarta for over 30 years.
Read moreEl Brujo
Main dishes in fresh great variety of seafood, meats, and chicken.
Read moreEl Oasis del Holi
Just a 15 - 20 min. cab ride north of Zona Romantica, enjoy the in & out door restaurant on the beach between the Grand Venetian & Plaza Peninsula.
Read moreFajita Republic
The speciality, of course, as their name states is fajitas, with many different varieties to choose from at this tropical grill.
Read moreFrida's Kitchen
Frida´s kitchen, located in Frida´s bar, has become a great known gay spot for evening drinks and dining.
Read moreGaby's Restaurant
Located in the heart of Vallarta, Gaby's Restaurant will surprise with an atmosphere where you will enjoy from the authenticity and exquisiteness of the Mexican food. During this quarantine, we have delivery service available.
Read moreHotel Mercurio
Hotel Mercurio’s poolside restaurant is open to the public, offering breakfast from 8:00 to 11:00 AM; and extensive light-fare menu until 10:30PM daily.
Read moreJohnny's Diner
Home-cooking traditional diner food is offered for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 9am to 11p
Read moreL'angolo di Napoli
Authentic Italian Restaurant. Delivery service available
Read moreLa Piazzetta
Fifteen years ago la Piazzetta was founded, and at that time, only offered 7 varieties of pizza and 2 salads. Today they have grown into a 200 seating Italian eatery and opened a 2nd location.
Read moreNacho Daddy
Mex-Tex Restaurant & Bar in the heart of Zona Romantica. Enjoy great live music every night of the week in an intimate and lively venue.
Read moreOcean Grill
Spectacular restaurant located 45 minutes south of Puerto Vallarta on the little jewel of a beach named Los Colomitos. It's a world class experience. Tuesday to Sunday with 3 seatings available: 11:00am, 1:00 and 3:00pm. Closing at 5:00pm
Read moreOk José!
Formally known as No Way José!, named "Best Overall Restaurant" and “Best Moderate Restaurant” in Banderas Bay and runner-up for "Best Service," is Tu Casa en Puerto Vallarta. Quite an accomplishment for the winner of PV's “Best New Restaurant," just the year before.
Read moreRed Cabbage
The Red Cabbage is a magical place, off the beaten track. The cuisine, classic Mexican. The decor, nostalgic, with the walls & tables covered with collages and photos of actors, artists, and musicians. When you step into the colorful collage of it's decor, you know that you are somewhere different.
Read moreRiver Cafe
"Our sophisticated cuisine delights the most demanding palates; furthermore, you can enjoy the best Mexican and international wines and a plenty of cocktails."
Read moreSalud Super Food
Vegetarian and vegan friendly, international offerings, casual, sidewalk patio seating and smoke-free. Summer Hours: Mon.-Frid. 9am-5pm Sat. 9am-2pm Delivery fee 30-50 pesos.
Read moreA Mexican-themed beachside restaurant that creatively combines authentic Mexican cooking techniques and ingredients with a contemporary twist. The open-air, “feet in the sand” atmosphere features authentic furniture pieces and lighting that highlight local art and culture. Enjoy an amazing view from the famous Los Muertos pier in Puerto Vallarta. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and beach club. Recommended for a romantic dinner on the beach.
Read moreThe Blue Shrimp Puerto Vallarta
The Blue Shrimp Puerto Vallarta Find the best of the coast, including lobster, ceviches, Baja tacos, and a wide selection of shrimp dishes. You MUST try our popular Blue Shrimp, the biggest in the bay with our special recipes. The Blue Shrimp is not your average seafood restaurant, it's a whole new experience of the cuisine. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beach club.
Read moreTrattoria di Nuovo
Italian cuisine lovingly prepared and presented in an intimate setting. Now in a new location.
Read moreVallarta Factory
A Restaurant, Chocolate Factory, Cigar Factory and coffe Factory. Your local one stop shop. Business hours from 8am to 11pm, Sundays open from 9am to 5pm.
Read moreA small bistro with outside sitting. Small place with a huge taste in flavor.
Azafrán is a unique culinary journey with gracious European-style service.
Live a great experience in Puerto Vallarta! 100% Mexican establishment that seeks to enhance Mexico through its dishes, drinks and wines.
Inspiration of food created by inspired People
Wine & Tapas, bar located in the heart of Emiliano Zapata, in the Zona Romantica.
A small place with delicious food with the style of California.
Turkish Bites, Mediterranean Power Bowls
"Que?Pasa is a bar of our own. It is Vallarta's locals bar and restaurant. The friendliest people in Vallarta meet here for great "gringo" food, beverages, and local entertainment. It's a place where the tourists get to mingle with the locals - get some advice, make friends or simply hang out and have a great time. Something "special" is always happening at Que?Pasa."
Breakfast, lunch and dinner! Canadian/American style food with a Mexican touch.
Thai food in Puerto Vallarta.
Tacos and more tacos,
Open air restaurant on Olas Altas with a Swedish touch run by a pair of authentic gay Swedes!
Coffee Shops
Go back to topCaffe del Mar Vallarta
Newly remodeled Coffee shop on Basilio Badillo 1/2 a block from Los Muertos Beach. Great place for people watching while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee, Frappuccino’s and /or a light breakfast like paninis and sandwiches.
Read moreNew location, just off Olas Altas in the Zona Romantica. All our products are made on site from scratch using natural ingredients.
Read moreMystic Circle Cafe provides a unique experience for its visitors. It is the home of spiritual awareness in Puerto Vallarta where you can explore spiritual, self-help, and metaphysical interests while enjoying our coffees, teas, and danishes.