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A photo of El Faro Marina Vallarta restaurant
4.1
Excellent(55)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Puerto Vallarta
"36 By El Faro" is one of the only high-end restaurant in the world situated at the top of a Lighthouse.Formerly known as "El Faro", it has been one of the country’s most beloved bar institution for the past 20 years. Many birthdays and special occasions have been celebrated in this unique landmark.After going through a major refurbishment at the end of 2022 and under a new ownership, "36 By El Faro" as now reopened as a Restaurant, Bar and Art Gallery.With a 360 degrees view of Puerto Vallarta, "36 By El Faro" offer an intimate, chic and contemporary experience, characterized by warmth and hospitality. "36 By El Faro" delivers a unique, international blend of American, Mexican and French cuisine with music, art and a striking view of Puerto Vallarta and the Marina. Complementing the cuisine, the restaurant offers a vast selection of signature cocktails as well as an extensive champagne & wine list.Welcome at the new "36byelfaro"
A photo of The Iguana Restaurant & Tequila Bar restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2981)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Puerto Vallarta
Booked 45 times today
DRES'S CODECasa Kimberly appreciates that guests refrain from wearing beach clothes,Please dress FORMAL/ELEGANT: NOT ALLOWED Sleeveless shirt/tank tops - swimsuits - sportswear -board shorts- rubber or plastic flip flops or Crocs shoes.KIDS POLICY* We do not allow children under the age of ten (10) to dine at The Iguana Restaurant.TABLE ASSIGNMENT * Tables are assigned on a first-come, first-served basisMARIACHI SEASON -November to May* The Iguana Restaurant is an open-air restaurant, that overlooks the city of Puerto Vallarta and serves contemporary Mexican cuisine in an elegant ambiance. Retractable walls take advantage of gentle coastal breezes and crystal chandeliers add soft light while water dances in the adjacent courtyard fountain. The dining room wraps around an outdoor patio with shady palms and another central fountain. In between is nestled the boutique Tequila Bar, serving a wide array of top-flight tequilas and mezcals.
A photo of La Cappella restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3132)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Puerto Vallarta
Booked 47 times today
La Cappella is an open air restaurant that overlooks the city of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Serves contemporary Italian and International cuisine reveling in violin music, in an elegant but informal ambience. A full bar and wine list are also available. House specialty cocktails take advantage of local fruits, herbs, and spices to create a uniquely enticing selection. *RESERVATION REQUIRED. Tables are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, and we reserve the right to allocate specific tables. No kids allowed. No pets allowed. Dress code: formal-casual. Excessive or disruptive noise that may affect the dining experience of other guests is prohibited. All reservations have a time limit of 2 hours and 30 minutes.*

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  • OpenTable Diner
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I can’t believe anyone would rate this place anything but 5/5 stars. I’m picky, and everything about this place was amazing. I got delicious obviously fresh caught octopus, overlooking the cathedral (elect to sit on the Terrazza!). Three violinists played beautifully—going from table to table. And then fireworks were going off in the bay. Truly a magical night (and this was a Monday!). My bill, for a salad, octopus main, cocktail, and dessert was 64 USD for this luxury experience.
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    La CappellaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Puerto Vallarta
    4.8
  • Nikki
    Austin •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    My friend and I enjoyed our girls night out and had a spectacular time! The food was divine and the ambience and location absolutely beautiful! We would totally go back again.
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    The Iguana Restaurant & Tequila BarPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Puerto Vallarta
    4.9
  • Casey
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 4, 2025
    It was all I was hoping for - a sublime meal in a romantic setting overlooking one of the prettiest views I’ve ever seen! The father and son who own and host this lighthouse restaurant greeted us warmly and gave us just the right amount of attention and perfect service. We chose one of the “sampler” plates so we could share seafood and beef and other complementary sides. We don’t drink alcohol so we got delicious “mocktails” - very pretty. For dessert they prepared a crepe in orange sauce with ice cream right at our table to top off our meal in style! Lovely experience. We were delighted we had chosen El Faro for my birthday dinner.
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    El Faro Marina VallartaPrice: Very Expensive• International• Puerto Vallarta
    4.1

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