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    4.7 (35 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/7/24
    Michael U.

    "Corn" in the language of the Huichols Restaurante ICÚ ranks amongst Mexico's top eateries, Chef Mauricio Leal taking native ingredient and turning them into elegant bites across an 11-plate tasting for just under $85 USD per person. Another local talent trained at Café des Artistes, Mauricio then refining his skills at 5-star Resorts in Mexico, it is inside a space built around living trees that dinner begins with small bites including a Tostada with Crickets before proceeding to a Beer Salad enlivened by Mexican Sour Cream. Pleasant in terms of service, Monday evening finding the Restaurant nearly empty, line-caught Blue Fin dusted in Chilis proved a good match to clever Cocktails while Shrimp in Black Aguachile was more for looks than anything. Upping the ante with a fried Squash Blossom stuffed with Cheese in Fish Head Soup, the flesh of that Sea Bass arriving next atop Corn with Pumpkin Seeds and Greens, fans of Ancho Peppers will love the complexity of Chef Leal's Taco that starts sweet but finishes in notes of Cocoa. Next melding Pork Belly and Cephalopod into two dynamic bites, the penultimate savory outpacing Steak to follow, palates are cleansed by simple Strawberry Sorbet before finishing the night with a velvety Chocolate Tamale.

    Tuna
    Doug M.

    Casa Kimberly/Iguana is awesome obviously... it's lavish. But... Icú...All I can say is WOW! An undiscovered gem to the naked eye. Very understated front just off the beaten path from several touristy restaurants. GO HERE! The food was incredible. Our waiter was SO knowledgeable of everything we ate and drank from the locally sourced tequila to every ingredient in our dishes. They surprise you with a few "start samples" which was great! We arrived late so didn't have time for the chefs tasting menu but they highly recommended it for next time with wine pairings. We had the beet salad, shrimp entree and the tuna filet. Their flavor combinations are so lovely with much thought going into the balance of it all. Though our shrimp was just slightly tough - but flavor...yum! Their plating is off the charts. The pride they have for what they create is extremely apparent and it's definitely one of the best restaurants we've eaten at in PV. Oh! They have REAL mango trees growing through the restaurant! Super cool.

    Optimus R.

    Chef Mauricio and Chef Josue have created a little gem. Frankly the ambiance and decor leave an odd impression of simplicity and lack that punch of "here I am". What the restaurant lacks in ambiance it more than makes up in the complexity of the food that their kitchen puts out. The flavors are bold, experimental and frankly are spot on in presentation, taste and passion. The appetizers of tuna, flowers of squash, aquachiles were superb. Amuse Bouche lovely. The duck and the mole were odd at first bite but the mole developed in flavor and frankly was beyond one's wildest mole fantasies. The steaks were perfectly prepared and the stripped bass - 100% perfect in texture and flavor! Overall, an amazing spot for a true foodie in PV!

    Russell P.

    This review is for the newly opened location on calle Carranza in the Romantic Zone. The former restaurant was the popular Merida Grill. This restaurant offers a TASTING menu. Choose from 7 or 9 courses. Wine pairing at an additional added fee. 3 chefs are present in addition to the professional & knowledge wait staff. As the courses are brought (BITES) to the table, the chef responsible for its creation comes to the table to explain the ingredients. All courses (BITES) are artfully presented. This definitely is a place to celebrate a special occasion or date night. My dining companion & I selected the 9 course with the added wine pairing. With a 20% gratuity added: $410. USD. I went home (starving) and ate a tuna sandwich. BITES are just that: a very small morsel of food served in/on an overly large plate/bowl.

    Blue Tuna Tostada
    Ben T.

    If you are in Zona Romantica - ICÚ is a stop you cannot miss. It is seriously a dining experience and some of the best bites o have tasted. Pictures In Order Below: Blue Tuna Tostada - the tuna melted in my mouth like butter and there were so many flavors and textures. Beautiful plating. Compliments of the Chef - a combination of an upscale tomale bite accompanied by a crisp with artful fresh veggies, truffle and citrus. Beef Short Rib - so tender and the beef was accompanied by a jus that was just as velvety as a potatoe purée. Blue corn tortillas brought this to the next level. Arroz con leche - Eyes rolled into the back of my head for this one. Warm rice pudding sits below a brûlée topped with a homemade ice cream with fresh berries dancing on top.

    Cheesecake
    Destinie Z.

    While staying at an all inclusive resort nearby I still found myself looking through Yelp seeing what was around us and stumbled across Icú which was walking distance from our resort. We came in on a Friday night and we were almost the only people there which is understandable since it's a whole panaderia going on, if you get me. Our waitress and waiter (yes we had two) were both incredible. So sweet to us and took time to give my husband a little Spanish lesson lol. The food was hands down the best we had in PVR. The blue tortillas were served just with salsa at first and wow we loved the flavor of both. Nothing better than those tortillas. We loved everything put in front of us and by the end of our 9 courses we were absolutely stuffed! I encourage anybody in the area to come here and try the tasting menu , it is well worth the visit.

    zucchini tostada
    Kimberly D.

    It may be unassuming but the food was some of the best flavors we had while in pvr! we went in at 7 on a wednesday and had an incredible experience! our waiter let us know times have been tough with covid so hop in and support them! location: in hotel district right across from the starbucks/porafinos/etc mall food: you can do a tastings menu or a la carte. we chose a la carte. - after ordering drinks we were offered fresh homemade tortillas and salsa - incredible and fresh. - my partner had the tamal, shrimp appetizer, and lobster tacos and loved it all. - my friend got the zucchini tostada to start (so fresh and with truffle oil that doesn't overpower the whole dish) and shrimp diablo. - i got the steak that was cooked perfectly they also had the best (and most affordable) wine list i've seen in PVR! overall - go now!

    Catch of the day tacos
    James H.

    Our waiter was amazing and super cute. The food is shockingly amazing for such an unassuming place. It's a tiny space but the tables are large and we didn't fee crowded. While we didn't do the tasting menu we were a party of 5 and ordered many things off the a la carte menu so we could try a bit of everything. I'm sure the tasting menu is great! Catch of the day - beautiful Tamal of the day - unique Cheesecake - decadent Atmosphere - simply chic

    Ice cream sandwich with chocolate mousse
    Phuong Q.

    Accidentally stumbled upon this restaurant while wandering the streets of PVR and it did not disappoint. It is more like fine dining, rivaling any restaurants in the USA but without the pretentiousness. The meal was astounding dish after dish and drink after drink. We had 2 drinks, 3 starters, 2 mains, and 2 desserts and the total was $2,400pesos = $160 with tip and tax. We started off with two immaturely curated cocktails that used local ingredients and it definitely was poured very strongly. We were buzzed before the appetizers came out. The star of the night was the shrimp aguachile which is explained to be like ceviche. It was amazing! I highly recommend this dish. We also had pancetta tacos, foie, mahi mahi, octopus, and two desserts. Every dish was phenomenal! Take your time and go check out this restaurant.

    Bob F.

    I wanted and expected to love Icú, having picked it for my birthday. Unfortunately, I didn't walk away very satisfied. Many of the dishes were very similar, using the same flavor profiles without any interesting variety. The chef's plating technique is great, as each dish looked terrific, but the flavors and textures fell flat. With the design of the restaurant and name, I expected it to be Mexican/Japanese fusion, but it is mainly just "Mexican gourmet". There is some French/New American influence, like the short ribs (which were sadly not cooked long enough to be tender). The service was just ok, cocktails were unremarkable, and the pacing of plates wasn't great. I am generally all about quality over quantity, but I was disappointed with the quality aspect -- so I will say portions are small and prices are high relative to the quality.

    Beautiful wine part of our pairing
    Jason V.

    Well deserving of 1 Michelin star and on a path for a second. Best tasting experience I had in Mexico. Food was innovative, creative, but most importantly it was very yummy. I have been to many 1 and even 2 Michelin star restaurants that have not delivered to the standards of Icú. 3 people enjoyed the 9 course meal and two of us enjoyed the 5 course with wine pairing. Wines were all Mexican and of high quality. Space is small and intimate so it fills up fast. Make sure to reserve early to not miss this incredible dining experience. A well deserved 5 stars.

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    Pancho's Takos - Al pastor This plate is sooo loaded we had to quickly plan our strategy to tackle it!

    Pancho's Takos

    4.6(1.3k reviews)
    0.1 km
    $

    Charcoal fired al pastor tacos are my new obsession, and Pancho's delivers the most overstuffed…read morestreet sized tacos I have ever seen. These things are too big to eat straight. You have to pluck a third of the meat with your fingers just to get the tortilla to structurally hold. There is always a line. On a random Tuesday it stretched down the street long before the door opened. I waited twenty five minutes at four in the afternoon for a seat inside. No to go orders, no doggy bags. You eat what you order and leave behind your self respect. The dining room is packed tighter than a turtle's pecker. A dozen staff members move around each other like bees tending the hive, the rhythm wild and relentless. The tacos themselves are intimidatingly large, the vibe unlike anything I have ever seen. Come for the al pastor, and come hungry. If you cannot finish, no option exists but to weep over the abandoned morsels.

    Tried Pancho's Tacos in Puerto Vallarta and really enjoyed it. The tacos were good and the salsas…read morewere delicious. The vibe was fun and lively, which made the experience even better. Ordering was a bit confusing since they give you paper forms to fill out. It's tricky to order for different people in your party, and they tend to rush you, which can be stressful. Despite that, the food is so good that I'll definitely be back.

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    Pancho's Takos - View from my little table

    View from my little table

    Pancho's Takos - Al Pastor - the star of the show! Beware! It is very loaded! I can usually eat 6-8 tacos, and I can only eat 4 of these!

    Al Pastor - the star of the show! Beware! It is very loaded! I can usually eat 6-8 tacos, and I can only eat 4 of these!

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    Sonorita

    Sonorita

    4.6(270 reviews)
    0.1 km

    Our new favorite taco joint. We went there, were seated right away. Service was good and fast…read more We ordered the casa fundido with Al Pastor on top. It's thicker, more cheesy than what I've ever had before and very delicious. We paired that with the prime rib tacos, it was a plate stacked with meat and 4 tortillas under it, more than we could eat. The seasoning was great, it was diced so small that it was easy to eat. I got a virgin strawberry margarita, the wife got a coke. It was very affordable.

    Having researched a few traditional spots that serve authentic tacos in Zona Romantica, this place…read moreconsistently came up with good reviews and this place did not disappoint. Vegans are easy please. Give them clear marked options, even if there is one option, we are pleased. This place had a few clearly marked options plus the staff was fully aware and can provide suggestions. The only downside it is a cash only place. Guacamole and chips - fantastic. The guacamole freshly prepared and chips fresh fried. Amazing. The 3 types of vegan tacos we got were vegan chorizo, mushrooms and cactus (trying for the fist time). The vegan chorizo was the best, slightly spicy but not overly. The poblano peppers were predictable but very good. The onions with it were a good addition. Nicely seasoned and prepared. The cactus was good, we found that it was less seasoned. Just stir fried cactus. The star of all the three types tacos was the fresh blue corn tacos. We could have those everyday. The other superb tasting was the salsas and fresh toppings. 4 types of salsas, white onions and cilantro. The salsa were of varying different levels of heat and even the mildest salsa was the best. The virgin margarita and virgin mojito were great. Margarita being slightly better even though we love mint. Good atmosphere, clean surrounding and great service and vegan food - what more can one ask?

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    Sonorita - Cool atmosphere

    Cool atmosphere

    Sonorita
    Sonorita - Virgin Margarita

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    Tintoque - Appetizer three of three

    Tintoque

    4.7(243 reviews)
    0.5 km
    $$$$

    On par with any Michelin star restaurant. Hands down my favorite restaurant I have ever been to…read more Their tasting menu is out of this world. Pair it with the wine, however be careful. They have an ever changing tasting menu that caters to the season in which it is in. None of the items are bad. A restaurant like this would be several hundreds of dollars if you visited in the states. The service is beyond kind and understanding with the language barrier. If the weather is nice I highly recommend sitting outside along the river. It's incredibly romantic. Please visit this restaurant if you are reading this. You won't regret it!

    We've loved Tintoque for dinner for years, so it was a fun surprise to discover that their brunch…read moreis just as incredible and maybe even more special in a different way. Not many people talk about their brunch, but they should. It is easily one of the best hidden gems in Puerto Vallarta. Every dish is beautiful, creative, and full of flavor. From the fresh bread and pastries to the main plates, everything feels intentional and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell the same care and creativity that goes into their dinner menu shows up at brunch too. The presentation is stunning, and the flavors are just as impressive. What really sets brunch here apart is the value. For the quality, the experience, and the level of cooking, it is an amazing deal. It feels like a high end experience without feeling stuffy or overpriced. It is the kind of place you want to linger, enjoy the view, and take your time. If you already love Tintoque for dinner, you owe it to yourself to try brunch. And if you have never been, brunch is the perfect introduction. It is truly one of the best brunch experiences in Puerto Vallarta and we keep coming back for more.

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    Tintoque - Seating

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    Tintoque - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24
 
 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    Tintoque - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24
 
 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

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    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    La Palapa Restaurant - PESCADO ENTERO zarandeado, arroz cremoso, ensalada de jitomate fresco, cebo

    La Palapa Restaurant

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    0.4 km
    $$$$

    5/5 Our favorite…read moreplace to eat in Puerto Vallarta. The food is delicious, the service is perfect, and you're right on the ocean. Come for the dinner and stay for that gorgeous sunset view.

    So we walked along the beach from our hotel and arrived at La Palapa, and right away it sets the…read moretone. The entire front portion of the restaurant sits directly in the sand, so that's where we chose to have breakfast--under the iconic palapa roof, feet in the sand, overlooking the ocean. From our table you can watch the fishing boats and excursion boats heading out for the day, which gives the whole experience a relaxed, resort-like rhythm without feeling touristy or rushed. Service was excellent from the start--attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. They brought out a selection of pastries you can add if you want, like banana bread and cinnamon rolls, which felt like a thoughtful touch rather than an upsell. The coffee was very good, with plenty of options ranging from cappuccinos and café lattes to classic American coffee, all well prepared. For food, I ordered the scrambled eggs with Mexican chorizo, refried beans, and hash browns. It came with a basket of warm corn tortillas and several house salsas, letting you customize each bite. Everything was flavorful, comforting, and clearly made with care. We also ordered the shrimp eggs Benedict with spinach, which was beautifully done--rich, balanced, and fresh, with the shrimp cooked just right. One thing that really stands out is the ambiance. Being right on the beach, hearing the waves, feeling the breeze, and being encouraged (without being told) to slow down and take your time makes the meal feel like part of the vacation itself, not just fuel for the day. They also offer freshly squeezed juices, which pair perfectly with breakfast by the ocean. The menu is extensive, almost overwhelming in a good way--there are so many appealing options that it's genuinely hard to decide. That said, what we ordered was absolutely delicious and satisfying, and it left us wanting to come back and try more. Overall, La Palapa delivers on every level: location, atmosphere, food, and service. It's the kind of place where breakfast turns into a memory, not just a meal.

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    La Palapa Restaurant - The view from our table

    The view from our table

    La Palapa Restaurant - Tortilla soup

    Tortilla soup

    La Palapa Restaurant - Table on the sand

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    Icú - mexican - Updated May 2026

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