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MAKAL: the heart of Mexico on your plate. - Makal - Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL

Makal - Centro

4.7 (280)
MXN500 and over
Contemporary Mexican
Lázaro Cardenas 311 Zona Romantica, Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, JAL 48380

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
MAKAL | Contemporary Mexican Cuisine — The heart of Mexico on your plate

A flavorful journey through Mexico. At Makal, we celebrate our roots with local ingredients, creative cooking, and a whole lot of soul. Where tradition meets the unexpected, in a warm and delicious corner of Vallarta.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Global, International, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Enrique Rodriguez
  • Neighborhood
    Puerto Vallarta
  • Parking details
    None
  • Entertainment
    Makal tiene el ritmo para mezclar los ingredientes mágicos y destilados mexicanos y crear cócteles únicos de la casa.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • A la Carta

    MX$1,000.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Menu a la Carta
  • Full Experience

    MX$2,000.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Our menu is inspired at contemporary Mexican food,. To better understand our cuisine and our passion for food, on the tasting menu the chef offers an experience made up of wonderful creations in a fusion of flavors, techniques and experiences stand out. Nuestro menú está inspirado en la cocina mexicana contemporánea. Para entender mejor nuestra cocina y pasión por la comida, en nuestro menú degustación el chef ofrece una experiencia creada por maravillosas creaciones en fusión con sabores, técnicas y experiencias únicas.
    Full Experience Photo
  • Full Experience

    MX$2,000.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Makal es un viaje gastronómico: el sabor de México en tu plato. Disfruta del menú de degustación de 10 tiempos que celebra la riqueza de la cocina mexicana con ingredientes locales y técnicas contemporáneas. Cada platillo honra nuestras raíces en un ambiente cálido y acogedor. · Opcional: Maridaje de vinos o de cócteles. / Makal is a culinary journey: the heart of Mexico on your plate. ✶ Enjoy a 10-course experience that celebrates the richness of Mexican cuisine with local ingredients and contemporary techniques. Each dish honors our roots in a warm and welcoming setting. · Optional: wine or cocktail pairing.
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What 280 people are saying

Makal - Centro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Innovative

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Healthy

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Contemporary Mexican

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Innovative

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Makal - Centro offers an exceptional dining experience in Puerto Vallarta, renowned for its "amazing service" and "phenomenal" food. The standout tasting menus, available in 7 or 10 courses, showcase creative, flavorful dishes that highlight Mexican ingredients. Guests appreciate the "unique and inventive cocktails" and attentive staff, making it a must-visit destination.
280 Reviews
  1. Armando

    Puerto Vallarta11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is good, one of the best in town but to be honest nothing really impressive and remarkable. The service is exceptional. The lower points are the cocktails and desserts. La comida es buena, de las mejores de la ciudad, pero para ser honesto, nada realmente impresionante ni destacable. El servicio es excepcional. Los puntos más bajos son los cócteles y los postres.

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  2. Dan

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Makal is hands down the best restaurant I’ve been to in Puerto Vallarta and I’ve been to a lot! We came here for my birthday and did the tasting menu, and it was absolutely incredible. Every dish was so thoughtful and full of flavor, from the ensalada criolla to pancita de lechon. The presentation was beautiful and everything tasted amazing. Their cocktails are also great, my favorite was the Tuba Makal. Super refreshing and unique. Highly recommend doing the tasting menu if you go. The service was excellent and the whole experience felt really special. Can’t wait to come back next time I’m in town!

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  3. Martha VIP

    El Paso13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Es una experiencia sorprendentemente inovadora y bien lograda. El balance de los sabores y las texturas es increible. El lugar muy simple, para mi gusto, pero lo compensa con la excelente cocina. Muy recomendable.

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  4. Todd VIP

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food from a team who genuinely wants to get it right….and they do.

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  5. Christopher

    Tampa28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an absolutely wonderful experience. We did the 10 course menu. I did pairing with wine, my partner did cocktail pairing. The staff made it a special event for us. Food was delicious. There was 1 item on the menu we didn’t eat, the staff suggested a replacement for us too.

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  6. Lisa

    Seattle61 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great place for foodies. The menu items are delicious and unique. The service is exemplary. We did not do the chefs tasting menu, but loved our entree selections. However $35USD corkage fee and $20 a.glass “house wine” is a bit much in our opinion. Glad we went, probably would not go back, we just aren’t that sophisticated.

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  7. Cornell VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite places to eat in Puerto Vallarta! We highly recommend it!!

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  8. Linda

    Vancouver / British Columbia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Tasting Menu, prepared and presented with obvious care and pride! Truly a stand-out in Puerto Vallarta! 👌🏼

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  9. MarkA

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was creative, tasty and clever. As good as the food was, the service was better. We had a memorable visit.

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  10. Anthony

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing! The food and drinks were fantastic. A perfect place for a date night with you significant other.

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FAQs

Makal - Centro is rated 4.7 stars by 280 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Makal - Centro

Lázaro Cardenas 311 Zona Romantica, Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, JAL 48380

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Puerto Vallarta
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Global, International, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Enrique Rodriguez
  • Entertainment
    Makal tiene el ritmo para mezclar los ingredientes mágicos y destilados mexicanos y crear cócteles únicos de la casa.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine
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