Puerto Vallarta
At one of Vallarta’s finest restaurants, everything impresses, from the candlelit garden with water feature and psychedelic Huichol yarn art in the subtly…
Must-see restaurants in Central Pacific Coast
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Acapulco
Set in a tropical garden under a palapa (thatched roof), this inland seafood restaurant prepares dishes that put most of Acapulco's beachside eateries to…
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Central Pacific Coast
The exquisite surf-and-turf offerings at this gorgeously designed oceanfront restaurant feature renowned chef Thierry Blouet's tried-and-true favorites,…
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Zihuatanejo
This thatched-roofed diner with cheerful, colorful folkloric decor is an essential stop in Zihua for traditional Guerrero cuisine. Breakfast egg dishes…
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Manzanillo
Grab a cocktail and watch ginormous container ships cruise into port from this restaurant's open-air patio on Playa Las Brisas. The menu, drawing from an…
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Central Pacific Coast
Tucked into a pretty plant-filled courtyard, Bistro Orgánico is San Francisco's most sophisticated dining choice. Chef Calixto adheres to the farm-to…
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Puerto Vallarta
This wonderful thimble-sized cafe gives you the chance to try hot chocolate with chili, the way the Aztecs used to drink it, as well as other traditional…
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Puerto Vallarta
A discrete side door leads you into a subtly lit dining room for one of Vallarta's best meals, signature cocktail in hand. Chefs Mauricio Leal and Josué…
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Mazatlán
One of Mazatlán's youngest and most innovative chefs, Andrea Lizarraga Osuna combines local ingredients with Far Eastern touches, with faultless attention…
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Mazatlán
Comfortable and with polished service, this is the praised venture of a popular local chef. Dishes such as seafood carpaccio, homemade pastrami, tasty…
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Mazatlán
Come evening, the breezy dining area of this taquería becomes fragrant with smoke from the grill and the plastic chairs fill up with hungry customers. The…
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Puerto Vallarta
Maybe you've never tasted tripe before, or maybe you didn't like it until you've rocked up at this taquería and they presented you with a taco de tripa,…
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Zihuatanejo
You're sitting so close to the sizzling spit of carne asada (marinated grilled beef) that sweat runs down you in rivulets. You watch, transfixed, as the…
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Puerto Vallarta
If you only dine out in one fine establishment in Vallarta, make it Tintoque. Chef Joel Ornelas dazzles when it comes to creative, beautiful reimaginings…
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Central Pacific Coast
A local fixture since 1953, this famous seafood eatery seats 1000 and opens every day of the year. Strolling mariachis entertain the crowds, kids frolic…
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Sayulita
A cute taco stand helmed by a team of no-nonsense ladies, where tortillas are stuffed with your choice of sliced poblano peppers, potatoes, green beans…
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Mazatlán
Five mornings per week, El Veneno (The Poisoner) and his son El Venenito do a brisk business in tacos dorados (crunchy tacos) topped with stewed machaca …
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Zihuatanejo
From his curbside barbecue, grill master Mauricio Cancino cooks up fresh fish (usually tuna or mahi-mahi with grilled veggies) to perfection, then he…
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Troncones
On the southern end of Playa Majahua, Johny and his wife dish up some mighty fine fresh fish and seafood at this rustic oceanfront restaurant in a small…
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Central Pacific Coast
For honest and delicious home-cooked cuisine, head to this family-run place on the main street. It's a simply but appealingly decorated setup that does…
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Puerto Vallarta
It's nighttime and the chefs are doing a brisk business at this unmarked taco stand, deftly slicing chunks of red-tinted, spit-grilled and marinated pork…
Central Pacific Coast
Tepic's best restaurant, Emiliano serves mostly regional fare in a stylish courtyard setting. Breakfast is very popular: fresh juices, coffee and the…
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Central Pacific Coast
On the island's east side, this breezy restaurant has a great lagoon view and is the most reliable of the village's dining options. It's all about shrimp:…
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Acapulco
This popular neighborhood taquería does two things, tacos and panuchos (tortillas stuffed with beans) filled or topped with cochinita pibil (spiced pork,…
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Puerto Vallarta
This family-run restaurant specializes in chicken with mole (a complex, long-simmered sauce that includes chocolate and spices) from a jealously guarded…
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Zihuatanejo
While walking around in Zihua heat, you come to appreciate havens of arctic air-con, such as this split-level, bicycle-themed cafe – ideal for sipping a…
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Puerto Vallarta
The restaurant owners have opted for a milk theme and have run with it a few miles. The interior is suitably Instagram-worthy, the milk gags appear…
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Central Pacific Coast
Some 2km south of the San Blas–Tepic Hwy, this palapa seafood restaurant is the pick of the Playa Las Islitas beach shacks. whips up excellent shrimp…
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Puerto Vallarta
Excellent carne asada (grilled beef), al pastor (marinated pork), chicharrón (pork crackling), fish and vegetarian tacos are prepared on handmade…
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Puerto Vallarta
Owner Carmen Porras takes special pleasure in rescuing old family recipes from obscurity, with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. Specialties include…
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Mazatlán
This venerable sea-to-fork restaurant has been around since 1977 and its reputation as a temple to seafood remains rock-solid. Dishes are executed with…
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Acapulco
This homespun gem near the Estrella de Oro bus terminal is the place to go for Thursday pozole verde (green hominy stew). Founded on doña Tere’s patio in…
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Mazatlán
Descend into the subterranean gloom of this 200-year-old cistern, and spot eerie mannequins, collections of forceps and other medical paraphernalia, human…
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Central Pacific Coast
Under the direction of internationally renowned Cordon Bleu chef Betty Vázquez, this restaurant at the Hotel Garza Canela serves French-accented dishes…
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Central Pacific Coast
Tired of the fish and seafood routine? Hit this restaurant in A&V Hotel Boutique, where you can order handmade pasta and lasagna, regional Oaxacan cuisine…
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Puerto Vallarta
Once you've been seated, chef Memo visits your table with a detailed explanation of each dish featured on a chalkboard menu that changes weekly. It may…
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Zihuatanejo
A shady hideaway tucked off a major thoroughfare isn't necessarily what you'd associate with a prime seafood joint, but this open-sided place with leather…
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Acapulco
Famous for its pescado almendrado (mahimahi baked in a creamy Parmesan sauce with almonds), Pipo's is best after 6pm when the restaurant opens its airy…
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Manzanillo
Worthwhile just to visit its very swimmable beach on Santiago Bay, this restaurant-bar also happens to prepare excellent cocktails, tasty international…
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Central Pacific Coast
Beachfront palapa (thatched-roof) restaurant Quezada grills pescado zarandeado (spiced, charcoal-grilled fish) to near perfection thanks to a delightful…
