Followed the good reviews to Puerto Cafe, and they didn't steer us wrong! The workers were nice and…read morepatient with us. There is not a lot of seating, but we were able to snag a table. A large group might have a little trouble, but you can always take items to go and sit along the waterfront. I got a latte, which was delicious. Strong espresso flavor and just the right amount of milk. The daily quiche was a good breakfast and a nice alternative to have instead of just pastries. We will definitely stop there again for any future PV trips.

Charming cafe with high quality offerings…read more Loved our latte and quiche. Both high quality and filling. Would definitely return. Only con is that seating is very limited, so I wouldn't bet on getting a table unless you're okay with sitting at the bar.

The moment we found out that this place has vegan churros by default we knew we had to go. Very few…read moreplaces deserve 5 stars, this was a no brainer. First default vegan churros. Clearly marked vegan options. Staff aware of what is vegan and what can be made. The vibe inside is clean and really good. The service was really great. And the best part food and beverages - there is nothing we could find that was off. The mini churros were freshly made and came to us within a minute after that. The two vegan dips - peanut butter and strawberry jelly went so well together. The family tells me the condensed milk was very good as well. The Canadiano (black) was amongst the best we have had. The brew was so smooth and tasted just perfect. No bitterness or sourness and the temperature was perfect. The vegan Iced Chai Latte with soy milk was unlike any chai latter we have had. The spices were warm and drink cold and a hint cinnamon, cardamom and cloves - OMG. We were so impressed that we came the very next day and had the same thing again.

We finally made it in for some churros. We had no idea they existed as their facade seamlessly…read moreblends in with neighboring businesses even though we've walked by numerous times. ATMOSPHERE: Cool and clean intimate cafe with a few seats. MENU: Salads, paninis, churros, cafe-style beverages and some alcohol. DESSERT: Churro Cup Choose a gelato flavor and topping. I opted for vanilla which went well with the generous amount of mini churros piled on top and declined a topping. The churros had good, creamy flavor, but were a bit too firm for my liking either due to their thinness or simply overcooked. SERVICE: Excellent. Very welcoming and friendly with follow up in between. TIP: Closed on Tuesday's; hours are 1p - 9:50p. OVERALL: Nice variety of churro combinations.

The whole coffee shop is open, so that is really cool. I ordered a hot americano w almond milk. The…read morealmond milk was 10 pesos extra, and the guy that assisted me was super sweet & friendly - he ever treated me to free oreo cookie w my coffee. Really cool place to relax or people watch. There was a nice breeze there as well.

On our last day in town, wanted really good coffee and to support the local businesses so across…read morethe street from Villa del Palmar (in the Food Park) sits Cafe 2450. Quaint little shop serving up awesome coffee and sweets. I had the Latte Machiatto which hit the spot. So definitely visit if in the area.

Old school. Cambridge style used bookstore cafe & art gallery across from the beautiful 'tile…read morepark'. Lovely staff that loves their jobs!

When in Puerto Vallarta, we stop here for coffee, a cookie & hopefully a book! It's got beautiful…read moreart for sale in addition to the books, drinks & baked goods. Cafe seating inside & out, with a view of the mosaic park and steps away from the malecon.

Incredible coffee! You really should speak some Spanish to get the order right - and don't expect…read morefrilly American drinks. The pours are perfect and the roast is rich and creamy. The vanilla latte was also great, not too sweet. The espresso was perfect.

Feb 2024 update: Same great coffee at a very reasonable price by US standards. Have not been…read morehere since Pre Covid days and it was nice to see the same friendly smiling faces with their warm welcoming. This is a daily stop for us during our morning walks and is our incentive to get a few extra daily steps in. Five stars all day long!

Service and hospitality was excellent We ordered coffee and…read morepastry before the marina market opened. WiFi friendly and cool books on display and sale. We purchased to books A very relaxing place!!

A very cute little shop, great for purchasing gifts. Lots of cool items…read more We stopped by for a quick bite to eat. They didn't have most of the menu in stock, which was frustrating. They took a very long time to make the panini we ordered. There was one woman behind the counter and another woman writing on their sign. 10 minutes after we ordered the woman behind the counter finally asked the woman working on the sign to make the sandwiches. And then she took forever to make the sandwich. Not sure why it took so long to get it started, we were the only people in at the time of ordering. It was not a panini either, just a toasted sandwich. Also got a latte, which was decent. Not the best I've ever had, and not the worst.

At first glance, Calmate Cafe doesn't look especially impressive, and it's somewhat inflated,…read moretourist-driven ratings may give one pause. True to its name -- Spanish slang for "calm down" or "take it easy" or even "chill out" it is a straightforward cafe with slightly elevated prices and genuinely excellent customer service. That service, more than anything else, is what drives its strong reputation. The space inside is large enough to accommodate some decent sized groups, but due to the lack of ventilation I opted for their limited outdoor seating. It wasn't the most ideal situation, as a sign fell on top of my table, a stray dog was sniffing around, and the next door space was undergoing loud construction. We still made it work, due to the graciousness of the staff and their willingness to stay open past 4pm. Their iced latte ($70MXN), double espresso ($55MXN), and mambo smoothie ($110MXN) was the right thing to order at the time, but nothing too out of the ordinary. The latte had a good amount of milk in it, so much to the point that I was unsure about any coffee. This place is cash only and the lack of additional IVA tax charges came as a nice surprise. When I'm back in PV, I'm definitely interested in trying their brunch. The chilaquiles, breakfast tacos look fabulous, though the rest of the menu seems a bit skewed toward the gringo palate. The ultra friendly staff make this place what it is, which is worthy of many future visits.

Calmate Cafe is a must-try stop for coffee or breakfast when in PV!…read more I thoroughly enjoyed the Bacon Dias Tacos. They were possibly the perfect breakfast tacos!! Crispy crunchiness from the bacon, combined with eggs, greens, and tomatoes - so much healthy goodness (well, maybe except for the bacon I needed some caffeine too and satisfied that need with a Matcha Latte with Vanilla and Almond Milk - it was delectably delicious!! When in PV, be sure to make time for Calmate Cafe! Overall rating: *****FIVE STARS***** Gluten-free rating: *****FIVE STARS*****

This review is based on the mini workshop aimed at kids…read more I'm thinking the high average rating of this place is from the actual workshops that are not the mini one tailored to kids. The workshop advertises itself as a place to "make chocolate"; I guess I interpreted this a little too literally. The workshop consisted of literally pouring melted chocolate into molds and then adding some toppings like nuts or sprinkles to it. While this was very fun for my daughter who is a toddler, I felt ripped off for this experience. Furthermore, that you aren't even provided enough chocolate to complete your molds is a little disappointing in my opinion. Others in my group seemed to agree. The chocolate itself is very pricy, especially for the quality. It was more expensive than the pricier bars I've seen at Whole Foods. However, if you go to the botanical gardens, this chocolate is sold there but for about 25% more than what is in the shop. It also would have been nice to have had dark chocolate as an option for the experience. I think just having one type (milk chocolate) is an easy way for choco museum to improve. While our host was friendly and informative, it felt like a stretch to call this place a museum. I did learn stuff, but it seems you could only access the "museum" if you paid for a workshop.

We just did the Total Chocolate experience today and really enjoyed it. Great history of cocoa and…read moregot to make a variety of chocolates and tasting. I recommend it

My wife is an avid reader!! We are in the area for 3 months. Gringo's takes care of all our needs!read more

The book store has mostly fiction, and the smaller non-fiction section is mostly biographies…read more There are also maps and DVD movies. This is the place I have been able to sit down in the cool shade of the garden, sip coffee or cool orange soda, while writing the first chapters of my book. I've been to several coffee shops in Bucerias, but this is my favorite. It is the best writing space I have found in town. The coffee is less than a buck and refills are free. There are a few cats who will enjoy the garden area with you and sleep on chairs. The garden is shared with Casa Tranquila budget hotel, and Patricia's hospitality made me feel most welcome.