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River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, JAL

River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta

4.7
4.7
580 Reviews
Mex$310 to Mex$500
International

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    Mex$310 to Mex$500
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    322 223 0788
  • Website
    http://www.rivercafe.com.mx/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Chavez
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, The River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Location
    Isla Río Cuale #4, Col. Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL 48300
  • Neighbourhood
    Puerto Vallarta
  • Parking details
    Aquiles Serdan (corner)Constitución
  • Entertainment
    Live music
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 580 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Overall

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Food

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Service

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Ambience

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Value

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for brunch

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Good for business meals

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Child-friendly

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Hot spot

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for live music

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for fine wines

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Romantic

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for scenic views

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Good for special occasions

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Lively

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Overall

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Food

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Service

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Ambience

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Best Value

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Good for business meals

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Innovative

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Hot spot

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for live music

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for fine wines

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Romantic

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Great for scenic views

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Good for special occasions

  • Puerto Vallarta

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River Cafe in Puerto Vallarta offers a "beautiful setting" on the river, with "excellent food" and "friendly service." Guests rave about the "romantic ambience" and "superb taste" of dishes like lobster avocado salad and ribeye steak. The attentive staff ensures a delightful dining experience, making it a "must visit."

580 Reviews

  1. Barbara

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 15th year going to River Cafe and it only gets better. Fabulous staff and management. Great food and wonderful ambiance.

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  2. Sharon

    VIP

    Phoenix

    202 reviews

    5.0

    202 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic lunch. The service is outstanding and the food is tasty and fresh. This is a must visit in PV

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  3. Ronda

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ALWAYS go to the River Cafe when we come to PV and it never disappoints! Delicious good and amazing service in a beautiful setting! They always add a little something special if you are celebrating a birthday! Definitely recommend this restaurant if you've never been in PV and so nice you can book through Open Table! Just go!!!

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  4. Jessica

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Would love to write an amazing review about the RIver Cafe. Have fond memories from visiting years ago. Unfortunately, we were given a table in the corner and sort of forgotten about. Had to get up twice to ask for service and it was an hour in between appetizers and dinner. Fine dining prices without a fine dining experience. 

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  5. hanka

    VIP

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was very slow but on the other hand very friendly. Ambience wasn’t what I expected, very old school and a bit boring. Food was overpriced and average quality. Kids had a bit of trouble finding something on the menu. Good desserts so. Since it was at the river there were small insects on the table. I can’t find anything really bad but also not something very good to mention about that place. Probably just not the right one for me …

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  6. Lloyd

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely Christmas dinner. Good service in a nice location.

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  7. Holly

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Alejandro was incredible. He was attentive, friendly, just a very kind, sweet man. Food was very good.

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  8. Juanita

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner! Our server was charming and we didn’t feel rushed. Sangria and Piña Colada were enjoyable. Would come back again!

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  9. Juanita

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Coffee was delicious, breakfast 10/10! They sell the ground coffee as well. We had the green chilaquiles and the waiters were attentive and accommodated our needs. Had the beet carrot and orange juice, very good. Relaxing view by the river outdoors. Highly recommended.

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  10. Amy

    VIP

    Phoenix

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful for breakfast, love it! Excellent service and a beautiful restaurant!

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FAQs

River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta is rated 4.7 stars by 580 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta

Isla Río Cuale #4, Col. Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL 48300

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Puerto Vallarta
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    Mex$310 to Mex$500
  • Cuisines
    International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Aquiles Serdan (corner)Constitución
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Chavez
  • Entertainment
    Live music
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.rivercafe.com.mx/
  • Phone number
    322 223 0788
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, The River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta can accommodate all your special event needs.
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