Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Cafe des Artistes - Puerto Vallarta

4.8

4.8 (3911)

MXN500 and over

French

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH
*Wednesday to Sunday starting at 2pm.

Located in the Down Town of Puerto Vallarta, with 34 years of experience offering exclusivity, elegance and comfort to its guests in unique natural and pleasant environments, where they can taste Thierry Blouet's exquisite cuisine.

Café des Artistes offers different magical and pleasant areas:
·Interior Garden: Comfortable air conditioned room, it offers views of the exterior garden and waterfall, the perfect setting for special occasions or private events.
·Exuberant Exterior: Magical and exotic outdoor spaces surrounded by lush vegetation, generating an exclusive, romantic and elegant atmosphere under the stars with candlelight (available from NOV-MAY).

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS:
*We accept children form 8 years and older.
*Dress code: Smart Casual/Elegant (Beach wear or sleeveless shirts not allowed).
*No Pets.
*All tables are assigned under "first-come, first-served" basis.

Top review

SergioVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had an excellent experience! Exceptional food, presentation and service. We sat outdoors and it was the most perfect ambiance. Thank you to the team at Cafe des Artistes.

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Experience

The Garden Experience

Experience

New Years Eve (Dec 31)

Ocean Grill Vallarta

4.8

4.8 (1061)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

During the low season (from July 23rd to October 13th), we operate with 2 service times: 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, and we close at 4:00 PM.

High season hours (starting October 15th) will be 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM, with closing time at 5:00 PM.

To make a reservation, the system requires a non-refundable prepayment of $120 pesos per person for round-trip boat transportation. This amount is not refundable in case of cancellations or no-shows. If you hike in or arrive by your own boat, this payment will serve as a deposit and will be deducted from your bill on the day of your visit.

By making a reservation, you acknowledge and accept our reservation policies. Please visit our website for more information.

Please note; our weather and waves can change on a moment's notice. We may have to cancel the water taxi and close the restaurant if the waves are too high. This only happens occasionally but if we do you will receive a text on the phone number you leave with open table.

Top review

Eric

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

We love to go OG ! great place , relaxing , great view . Loved the special OG Margarita .

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Experience

Regular reservation + water taxi

Azafran

4.8

4.8 (361)

MXN310 to MXN500

Modern European

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Azafrán es más que un restaurante, es una travesía culinaria extraordinaria que destaca por un servicio amable al estilo europeo. Haciendo honor a la especia que le da su nombre, Azafrán es sutil pero sofisticado, una experiencia única que, sin duda, debes comprobar con tus cinco sentidos. El chef ejecutivo Andreas Fischer pone sobre la mesa una propuesta gastronómica fresca, sustentable y refinada, utilizando solamente los mejores ingredientes locales para elaborar una mezcla vanguardista que combina platillos clásicos de la cocina de su mamá, la cocina innovadora del Mediterráneo y las refinadas técnicas culinarias europeas. Para que tu experiencia al paladar sea inolvidable, encontrarás el maridaje perfecto en una colección de vinos cuidadosamente seleccionada, incluyendo viñedos mexicanos emergentes, vinos orgánicos de Chile y selectas etiquetas de Francia e Italia. Te esperamos en Azafrán, un restaurante elegante, casual y acogedor ubicado en el corazón.

Top review

PaulVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service. This has become one of my favorite restaurants.

Ánima Beach Club

4.8

4.8 (71)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Ánima Puerto Vallarta. Es un club de playa con área de restaurante enfocados en cocina local, mariscos, pesca del día y área de playa con la mejor música afro house.

Top review

LauraVIP

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Cannot beat the view, or the service. Highly recommend this spot.

La Palapa Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2915)

MXN500 and over

International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

La Palapa Restaurant combines gourmet cuisine, friendly service, and the tropical setting of Los Muertos Beach in Puerto Vallarta, México. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, La Palapa has been a tradition in Puerto Vallarta since 1969. Our Beach Club is open daily and is the perfect spot to spend a day relaxing on the beach. Live Music every night at the La Palapa bar for a special romantic night.

Top review

CarlaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service and delicious food . Ambience is spectacular . We celebrated a birthday and it was perfect !

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Popular dish

Coconut Shrimp Camarones Coco

Popular dish

Tortilla Soup Sopa de Tortilla

River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta

4.7

4.7 (574)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

River Cafe, is located at the Rio Cuale Island, just minutes away from the Boardwalk and Puerto Vallarta’s downtown. Our sophisticated cuisine delights the most demanding palates; furthermore, you can enjoy the best Mexican and international wines and a plenty of cocktails.

River Cafe is an ideal restaurant for dinner in Puerto Vallarta, but guests may also enjoy a delicious Breakfast or outstanding Lunch in a natural and friendly atmosphere. If you are looking for a restaurant for groups or special events in Vallarta, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our warm and natural ambience creates the perfect flair for a romantic Dinner in Puerto Vallarta. We invite you to learn more about River Cafe.

Top review

Holly

Dined 2 days ago

Alejandro was incredible. He was attentive, friendly, just a very kind, sweet man. Food was very good.

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Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner

El Dorado Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (1141)

MXN310 to MXN500

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

El Dorado Restaurant is a new concept on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta featuring an innovative menu of Modern Mexican Cuisine. Visit us and experience an upscale dining venue with incredible views of the bay and world class sunsets, paired with attentive service and a modern take on traditional Mexican cuisine.

We open daily for breakfast, beach club, lunch and dinner. Hours are from 8:30am-11:30pm. Reservations are highly recommended so we may better serve you. We are a casual restaurant during the day and upscale dining during the dinner service, please dress accordingly. See you soon!

Top review

Stanley

Dined 1 day ago

We love both El Dorado and the sister restaurant next door, La Palapa. The best beach food experiences in PV.

Daiquiri Dick's On the beach

4.5

4.5 (566)

MXN310 to MXN500

Californian

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

A Puerto Vallarta landmark on Los Muertos Beach in the Romantic Zone, Daiquiri Dick’s on the beach has re opened with a Cool Beach Chic Vibe. Natural Wood, Blue and Green Color Tones. Ocean and Sunset Views everyday and night. We have pleased locals & visitors alike for more than 4 decades. The constantly evolving & innovative menu, best described as California-Latin Fusion features the freshest ingredients combined to stimulate the palate & please the eye. The always attentive, professional & friendly service contribute to an exceptional experience be it a casual breakfast, business lunch or dinner celebration.

Top review

BradVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We enjoyed our second consecutive Christmas Eve dinner at sunset at Daiquiri Dicks. The holiday menu was solid. We especially enjoyed the onion ring stack as an appetizer, dirty martinis, and then on to salads. For mains, we had the pork chop and the petite filet/shrimp combination with the enchilada. Our food was delicious We again had a great time, and our service was superb even on a very busy night.

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Popular dish

DD Asian Chicken Salad

Popular dish

Blackened Salmon

iK Mixology Bar & Cuisine

4.3

4.3 (379)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

IK: (breeze that revives) "Ik" is a day sign in the Mayan calendar system that symbolizes the wind.
Located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, our establishment combines a unique design in the shape of bird's nests and soft lighting that creates a cozy atmosphere that seeks to provide our clients with an unforgettable evening. Our cocktail menu is a sample of the art of mixology, prepared by experts who combine exquisite ingredients and premium spirits to create unique and surprising creations.
The menu, prepared by a team of chefs, presents a selection of signature dishes that combine fresh, top-quality ingredients. Each dish is a unique experience, designed to delight the senses and enjoy the best views in the area.

Top review

Tony

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing experience, the staff was assembled To make the night enjoyment.

The Blue Shrimp Puerto Vallarta

4.3

4.3 (305)

MXN310 to MXN500

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

El primer restaurante del grupo, The Blue Shrimp Puerto Vallarta. Encuentra los mariscos más frescos del puerto, incluyendo ceviches, tacos estilo Baja y una gran selección de recetas de camarones. Tienes que probar nuestro famoso Camarón Azul, el más grande de la bahía con la variedad de recetas de la casa. Ubicado a unos pasos del Malecón de Puerto Vallarta

Abierto para desayuno, comida, cena y club de playa.

Top review

ivonneVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service, friendly staff, and great food!

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Sea bass with blue shrimp

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