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    La Tradicional

    4.4 (27 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Patio seating
    Stephen W.

    We went here for breakfast as it was in our neighborhood. Everything was super fresh and well prepared. My three cheese omelet was very tasty. The fresh salsa was spicy but delicious. The wife's waffle was a bit dry but still good. The open air seating is great in the early morning. We wanted to return but there were too many other places we wanted to try so we did not make it back this trip, but hopefully we will in the future.

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    Dave B.

    We started with the Tartara de Atún. It is spectacular in appearance and awesome in taste. Large enough for 4 people as an appetizer. Chunks of tuna with: pineapple, cucumber, red onion, orange slices, avocado, sprouts. And, the taste was fantastic. Shrimp tacos. Tender shrimp cooked perfectly (almost under done) on a fresh tortilla with sauce that had tons of flavor. [Do not order this.] Hamburguesa con papas fritas. The fries were crispy, seasoned and delicious. The burger was too small for the bun and was your typical Mexican burger stretched with bread and onions and overcooked. It comes with: lettuce, tomato, cheese, bacon, onion. + Service was good. + Wi-Fi. + Fun ceiling decoration with "baskets" of green and black. 0 Brown paper table cloths. 0 Flatware - Moven México. - Paper napkins. $734 for lunch for two. Way too much food. Generous tip.

    Happy Hour 2x1 Drinks Food is fresh & delicious. Shrimp al ajillo (garlic & guajillo Chile - not spicy), shrimp taco, octopus tostada, Mahi Mahi and delicious Sangria. A must when you are out this way. Ask for Angel Fermino. His recommendation was excellent. New what he was talking about - said "if you don't like the fish taco you don't pay for it".

    Jenna K.

    Love this place. Very cheap beers and excellent service. Cutest decor as well. Got the tuna tacos, a shrimp dish, and the ahi tuna. It was all amazing!

    Fried ice cream! Yum!

    This place is a MUST. Beautiful modern decor, VERY clean and the waiters are all really nice. We had great service. Yea they may be a bit forgetful, but I just reminded him and he got it straight away. I didn't mind. It's a tough job. FOOD: They have a delicious Alfredo/Shrimp pasta. Their garlic bread is very tasty! I also had their fish tacos and they were amazing! My favorite part was their fried ice cream! The presentation was beautiful (IG worthy) and it tasted even better!

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    The food is very good and the staff is very attentive. The outdoor feeding of the patio is nice.

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    8 years ago

    The perfect restaurant in Puerto Vallerta. We just had the Red snapper, Burger and fish soup.

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    Very cute and authentic mexican sea food restaurant. Their tostadas are delicious. Staff is very friendly.

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    6 years ago

    Do not! I repeat do not get the tortilla soup it was awful the staff is very friendly but the tortilla soup is not good at all

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    Friendly service with great octopus tostadas. Monitors were also tasty - not too sweet. Try the avocado with shrimp - unique and tasty.

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    Review Highlights - La Tradicional

    Shrimp al ajillo (garlic & guajillo Chile - not spicy), shrimp taco, octopus tostada, Mahi Mahi and delicious Sangria.

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    Tuna Azul - Shrimp Ceviche

    Tuna Azul

    4.7(431 reviews)
    2.1 km
    $$

    Tuna Azul is a casual but super friendly second floor spot in Zona Romantica for fresh Mexican…read moreseafood dishes. My favorite was the Classic Tuna Montadito, lightly marinated chunks of fresh tuna served over a bed of avocado--so fresh and flavorful! The Green Aguachile was made of raw shrimp marinated in a mildly spicy green sauce; and the Crab Enchiladas were four rolled tortillas stuffed with shredded crab meat and topped with a rich, creamy chipotle cream sauce and avocado slices. For our entrees, the Romantica Fillet was a rare seared tuna filet served over avocado salad and sweet potato puree; the Los Muertos Fillet was mahi mahi topped with shrimp in a creamy red sauce, served with rice and sautéed vegetables; and the Olas Altas Fillet was mahi mahi topped with a mushroom sautee. Each of these entrees was fresh, delicious, and came at reasonable prices. On top of the good food, the service was super friendly and attentive as well!

    Food was fresh and tasty, I got Alfredo pasta with shrimp and the size of the shrimps were really…read moregood and juicy, service was really good as our drinks and food arrived in a timely manner. However, as me and my friends (it was 4 of us) were leaving the restaurant, our waiter chased us down claiming we did not tip enough. Here's a note from my friend detailing more of what happened: "It was 150 pesos which is a little more than 10% of the total. In Mexico, 10% is completely customary, especially for tourist. Locals will give even less and typically leave only about 50 pesos. I don't know if he was expecting for us to give him more just because we're used to giving 15 or even 20% at a time but I always do at least 10. If it's one of the really nice restaurants where they take care of absolutely everything then I do get more than that but this was just a normal place And I did fold the bills because I clipped it into the checkbook, so there is a chance he thought it was just 50. But to flip out and say it's not enough that he deserves more or just to take it away is crazy in my opinion." We may return, but this really turned a perfect visit into a not so great one in the end. The 3/5 is for food and service, would've been 5/5 had we not been stopped as we were leaving for not "tipping enough".

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    Tuna Azul
    Tuna Azul - Marlin quesadilla

    Marlin quesadilla

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    Fried shrimp tacos

    Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta - Mixed paella

    Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta

    4.7(531 reviews)
    0.6 km
    $$

    This was my favorite place in Puerto Vallarta! The view, the ambience, the service, the food, they…read morehave it all here! We came here as a party of 4 for my friend's 40th birthday around 6:30 and caught the most amazing sunset. They had a professional photographer take a complimentary photo for us. The service was impeccable, so welcoming and sweet! All of our dishes were so good. We ordered: octopus, seafood croquette, egg potato, potatoes brava, asparagus, white sangria. The octopus was so tender (maybe the best octopus dish that I've had) and the seafood croquette just melts in your mouth. There was not a dish that I did not like. For dessert we got the orange flan which was so yummy and delightful. and the chocolate lava cake. The sunset view was gorgeous! And the price was very reasonable - we got drinks, dinner and dessert, and the total came out to be $44 per person. I hope to be back!

    Barcelona Tapas never disappoints. The menu is incredibly consistent year over year, which is rare…read morefor a popular spot like this. The food is always excellent -- classic tapas done right and some of the best paella we've had in Puerto Vallarta. We came in for an early dinner around 5:30pm in January specifically to catch the sunset, and it was absolutely worth it. By the time we left, the restaurant was completely full -- that should tell you everything. The views are stunning and add so much to the overall experience. The staff is warm, attentive, and genuinely sweet. Don't skip the complimentary photo session -- it's a fun touch and they make it effortless and relaxed. This is one of those places we always return to when we're in Puerto Vallarta. Great food, beautiful views, consistent quality, and a welcoming atmosphere every single time. Highly recommend.

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    Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta - The view, Sunset at Christmas Eve 2023

    The view, Sunset at Christmas Eve 2023

    Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta - Saffron rice with seafood

    Saffron rice with seafood

    Barcelona Tapas Puerto Vallarta - Stunning view of the city.

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    Stunning view of the city.

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

    La Palapa Restaurant

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    2.3 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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