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Diners' Choice: Great for live music restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

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Updated December 05, 2024

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A photo of La Cappella restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2902)
Mex$500 and over
Italian
Puerto Vallarta
About the restaurant
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*

Top review
vicki
Dined 1 day ago
It was a magical experience. The ambience, service, view and food was excellent. The penne vegetarian dish I had was one of the tastiest vegetarian dishes I’ve ever tasted! I will plan another trip back to PV again mainly to experience La Capella again Thank you for a magical night with my family V Thomas
A photo of Cafe des Artistes - Puerto Vallarta restaurant
4.8
4.8 (3911)
Mex$500 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.

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AndrewVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Great ambience, wonderful service, fantastic food and we will always make this a dining choice in PV.
A photo of Hacienda San Angel Gourmet restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1693)
Mex$500 and over
International
Puerto Vallarta
About the restaurant
Hacienda San Angel Gourmet offers a breathtakingly elegant and scenic setting, ideal for romantic dinners and special celebrations. Our full-service roof-top restaurant creates memorable upscale Mexican and international meals. DRESS CODE in place is to maintain a fine dining experience. Shirt collars are required; flip flops, tennis shoes, t-shirts, tank tops and beachwear are not permitted.

Experience live mariachi bands up to four evenings each week during the off-season and six nights a week during the high season.

Indulge in unforgettable upscale Mexican and international cuisine at our rooftop restaurant, where full-service dining is provided.

CHILDREN 4 yrs and younger are not allowed. This venue is not suitable for young children.
2 HOUR table limit for 6pm & 6:30pm reservations for parties of 4 or less however we have an area for you to enjoy music and drinks after your dinner if you are not ready to leave.

Top review
Rebekah
Dined 1 day ago
We were here for Christmas Eve dinner; beautiful setting! Very impressed and will come back with friends. I had the Caesar salad and angel hair pasta - both were great. Husband had the bone in filet and it was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend for a nicer dinner. Wear flats if you are walking up from centro, a ton of stairs but worth it for the view.
A photo of Ánima Beach Club restaurant
4.8
4.8 (71)
Mex$500 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.
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LauraVIP
Dined on Dec 6, 2024
Cannot beat the view, or the service. Highly recommend this spot.
A photo of La Palapa Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2915)
Mex$500 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.
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CarlaVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service and delicious food . Ambience is spectacular . We celebrated a birthday and it was perfect !
A photo of River Cafe - Puerto Vallarta restaurant
4.7
4.7 (574)
Mex$310 to Mex$500
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.

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SharonVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Wow wow wow. The service here is absolutely outstanding. From the moment you enter you feel welcome. Our server was outstanding and friendly and the two for one Margaritas were excellent. The fish and chips were the best we ever had anywhere. Very light batter and the chips were delicious. The calamari were very tasty also This is a must place to dine at in PV
A photo of LA TERRAZZA DI ROMA restaurant
4.7
4.7 (274)
Mex$310 to Mex$500
Italian
Puerto Vallarta
About the restaurant
La Terrazza di Roma is a traditional Italian restaurant located in Marina Vallarta, in the lovely city of Puerto Vallarta. The restaurant was founded in 1993 by a group of Italian and Mexican friends aiming to bring the flavors of Italy to Marina Vallarta. It is a family-owned and operated restaurant, with hearty trattoria style dishes, served in a lively, and entertaining space. “La Terrazza” is well known for its outstanding deck over the water, offering outside dining every day.
In our menu you will find classic Italian dishes, as well as signature plates, paired perfectly with a carefully selected wine list. The menu features a wide variety of delicious homemade pastas, fish and seafood dishes, as well as gourmet thin-crusted pizzas.
We welcome you to join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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Julie
Dined today
Disappointed that after booking two months in advance and interactions in advance that we were not given a table out over the water as requested and confirmed. Instead we were back by the water and plate station which led to some noise distractions during our visit. They provide music over the water area but unable to hear due to location. Wait staff very kind and helpful otherwise. Food was quite good. I would return even with the snafu.
A photo of MESON IBERICO restaurant
4.7
4.7 (47)
Mex$500 and over
Spanish
Puerto Vallarta
Top review
Robert
Dined 2 days ago
A truly authentic and wonderful experience with truly authentic Spanish cuisine. Many tasty delights to choose from, excellent service, very nice ambience, and certainly the right price to value ratio! We could not have enjoyed it more, and will certainly be returning.
A photo of El Dorado Restaurant restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1141)
Mex$310 to Mex$500
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
Tammie
Dined 2 days ago
This place is absolutely stunning and it’s right on the beach.
A photo of Mar Y Vino restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1120)
Mex$500 and over
Seafood
Puerto Vallarta
About the restaurant
Mar y Vino, a unique architecture concept facing the sea, where culinary art meets scenic beauty creating an incomparable experience, strategically located to offer impressive panoramic views of the sea while enjoying exceptional food. The architecture of the place has been meticulously designed to blend with the environment, creating an environment that combines modernity with natural elements, creating a mirror of water, which blends with the blue of the ocean. Our dishes are created to highlight the gastronomy of Puerto Vallarta, with fresh and top quality ingredients, carefully selected to guarantee a culinary experience of excellence and to complement this unique concept, we offer a wide range of wines and classic cocktails, even signature cocktails. Created with a base of wine, each drink is a masterpiece, designed to delight the palate and stimulate the senses.
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Carlos
Dined 1 day ago
What a nice place to have have a meal in front of the bay! The place , the view, and the food… my Chilaquiles, the bread and the De La Olla coffee were great. And Ivan, our server was very attentive but discrete. Next time I will try eating on the water mirror. Yes, eat with your feet in the water. Totally recommend !
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