Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

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RAICES RESTO BAR

4.9

4.9 (122)

Mex$500 and over

International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Raíces Resto Bar se encuentra ubicado en una Casona de época de la colonia más antigua de Puerto Vallarta: Emiliano Zapata. La historia de nuestra casona y el árbol más grande de la ciudad son sólo el inicio de una experiencia culinaria única en la región. Nuestro chef Gonzalo Nogueira creó platillos exclusivos cocinados casi en su totalidad a las brasas. Sabores ahumados, tatemados e intensos son algunas de nuestras principales características. Nuestro bar dará paso a tragos artesanales que están directamente relacionados con nuestro nombre. Contamos con 3 espacios diferentes para que el comensal pueda contar con nosotros para todo tipo de ocasión. Un comedor semi cerrado principal, una sala con aire acondicionado más cerrada e íntima y un gran patio exterior son escenarios irresistibles a la hora de compartir un evento en pareja o con amigos.
La búsqueda continua para una atención de excelencia cierra nuestra propuesta dándole forma a una experiencia nueva y sofisticada.

Top review

Greg

Dined 4 days ago

We all had a great meal. I would go back again very soon.

SATORI

4.9

4.9 (18)

Mex$500 and over

Japanese

Nuevo Vallarta

About the restaurant

Descubre SATORI la auténtica experiencia japonesa en el corazón de Nuevo Vallarta.

Nuestro restaurante combina la tradición culinaria japonesa con una arquitectura única que rinde homenaje a la estética clásica y contemporánea. Sumérgete en un ambiente acogedor donde cada detalle está pensado para ofrecerte una experiencia gastronómica inolvidable. Disfruta de platos elaborados con ingredientes frescos y de alta calidad, mientras te maravillas con el diseño de nuestro espacio, que fusiona elegancia y tradición en perfecta armonía. Ideal para una cena íntima. ¡Te esperamos para que vivas la verdadera esencia de Japón en México!

SATORI no se puede explicar, es algo que se debe vivir.

Top review

ClauVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and wonderful service. Definitely will come back again soon.

Carolina - St. Regis Punta Mita

4.8

4.8 (173)

Mex$500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Punta de Mita / Sayulita

About the restaurant

A signature dining experience showcasing contemporary Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Set in a chic, upscale ambiance ideal for special occasions and fine dining

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Feb 27, 2025

Perfect evening from walking. The food was top-notch, service was flawless and they did everything right to make a perfect evening

Tintoque

4.8

4.8 (1756)

Mex$500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Tintoque seeks to be a cultural link that expresses the gastronomic journey of the passage of the years in the bay, finding flavors and elements that mark each stage in the history of Puerto Vallarta.

Here a different proposal of creative cuisine is presented based on the essence of regional recipes and ingredients, with the best product offered by the Mexican Pacific, materialized with the influence of the kitchens and trips that have marked the life of the Vallarta Chef Joel Ornelas; who transmits a signature cuisine that manages to be a true gastronomic experience for lovers of good food and all those who seek to refine their palate with unique experiences.

The Culinaria Mexicana publishing house has awarded Tintoque for the third consecutive year as one of the 120 best restaurants in Mexico in its "Guide Mexico Gastronomico 2020".

Top review

SandraVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a lovely experience with amazing service and food. Alexis and Victor both were instrumental in a fabulous evening! I highly recommend Tintoque for any time you want a memorable and special meal!!

Restaurante Icu

4.8

4.8 (315)

Mex$310 to Mex$500

Contemporary Mexican

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Intimate atmosphere. Specializes on Mexican recipes with sophisticated product and presentations. Every little detail is a tribute to Mexican culture. Tasting and a la carte menu. Voted Best New Restaurant in Mexico by Food and Travel Magazine in November 2019.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

We had a group of 8 adults and 4 college age students. The food was excellent. Most of us did the tasting menu which included a mahi course that was amazing. Some ordered the Birria tacos and thought they were wonderful. The reason we did not score it all 5s was that some of our people ordered ala Carte, there was one item not available and they did not inform us at the time of ordering. In addition, there was confusion on a dessert and an alternate was substituted without discussing it. Overall great food, it is an experience, so don’t expect a fast meal.

Ánima Beach Club

4.8

4.8 (83)

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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Barb

Dined on Feb 14, 2025

We spent Valentine’s Day here. the staff and the service is outstanding. We sat on the daybeds. They were so comfortable and we had a fantastic view of the ocean. The mixology drinks were great. it was pretty quiet during the day and as we were heading out around 3:30 it started getting really busy. Overall a great visit.

Makal

4.7

4.7 (269)

Mex$310 to Mex$500

Contemporary Mexican

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Makal is the result of our search for traditional flavors in fine dinning cuisine. Every day we make sure these recipes are kept alive and we add a little of our experiences in life to them. When you come to Makal we will make sure you have and experience you will not forget.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Feb 28, 2025

Great food. Amazing service. Food/wine pairings matched perfectly. Would definitely recommend the tasting menu.

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Experience

10 courses tasting menu

La Tienda Grande

4.7

4.7 (39)

Mex$500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!
Located in the old big store of the town, the restaurant was born.
La Tienda Grande was simmered as a tribute to the women who made me a cook, to my mother, my 4 grandmothers, aunts, friends and those ladies I have met in life and have inspired me; I will base the menu on the dishes that I have tried and that are still in my memory, they will be interpreted in my own way; my team and I will make creative Mexican cuisine.

And to all this, who am I?

I'm a cook and that´s all.
When an idea is born, the rest of the things go to the background, I don't want to be the protagonist of something that has essence on its own.

Chef Salvador Carrillo, Pata Salada
Nominated for Breakthrough Chef by Food and Travel Readers Awards 2022
Best Chef of Mediterranean cuisine in 2020 in the United Arab Emirates.

Top review

Darren

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

Absolutely wonderful! We had the Odisea Experience, truly exceptional.

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Experience

Degustación con Historia - Tasting with history

Experience

Experiencia Odisea | Odyssey Experience

Tres Aromas at Vidanta Vallarta

4.5

4.5 (166)

Mex$500 and over

Mexican

Nuevo Vallarta

About the restaurant

Galardonado con el "Distintivo T" por su carta con mas de 50 marcas de tequila, pazote es ideal para disfrutar de una deliciosa cena donde el buen gusto y la tradición culinaria mexicana se mezclan para regalar una experiencia única en su tipo.

Top review

BrianVIP

Dined on Feb 3, 2025

We had a very good meal at Tres Aromas. The appetizers were very good the shrimp and scallop ceviche and the smoked brisket taco. Dinner was also very good my wife had the oxtail stew and I had the filet. Service was excellent

Parrotfish - Zona Romántica

4.3

4.3 (74)

Mex$ 300 and under

Sushi

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

ParrotFish is where the flavors of Mexico intertwine with the elegance of traditional Japanese cuisine. Immerse yourself in a fresh and innovative menu where exquisite sushi and Mexican options fuse the richness of local ingredients with Japan's delicate essence. Elevate your experience with signature cocktails, the perfect pairing for any occasion!

Its privileged location in the heart of the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta allows you to visit the restaurant after a day of fun on the beach just a few steps away. The restaurant's interior offers a calm, relaxed space decorated with marine inspiration. Large windows immerse you in the region's beauty, creating an environment that complements your experience.

Delight your palate with an experience where the fusion of flavors, an excellent atmosphere, and live entertainment combine to create memorable moments.

Top review

alanVIP

Dined on Feb 24, 2025

Relatively new restaurant. Great drinks, wonderful service and the food was fresh and outstanding. Check it out. We'll go back there again!!

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