I loved this place because of its gorgeous paintings, in particular the spectacular lizard mural on…read morethe second floor terrace. The terrace felt relaxed and chill, which was totally my speed. I can go to Industry and be there, but I far prefer chatting with friends over drinks and that is what this delivers.

Anonimo, sitting a few blocks from the heart of Zona Romantica, is a small, but mighty place to…read morepick up a few cocktails and enjoy th energy of PV. I say "small", as the the inside spaces, on all three floors, can get tight, especially the first and third floors. However, the outdoor space on the second floor makes up for it all! Wraparound seating, string lights and gorgeous murals...this courtyard is where we spent more of our time while at Anonimo. We were here for the cocktails of course, so we hit the main floor first, then made our way up to the third floor before settling in the outdoor courtyard. Drinks here are standard beer and cocktails. Pricing is great, as with most places in the area. While are not cash only, they do highly recommend cash and have a 500 pesos limit for credit card usage. If you are only have a drink or two, you may not be able to hit that, but we just put our groups first round on the same tab and were able to make do with no issues. Service was friendly and welcoming, space was fun, open and distinctly PV. Overall, we loved it and will certainly be back on future visits!

After being "the husband" for the first time and coming back here in my late 20s, not much has…read morechanged--except the faces of the employees. The vibe, though? Still absolutely top tier. Hanging out on the rooftop was such a great experience. It's the perfect spot for people-watching, and we met some really great people along the way. The staff was super attentive and always made sure our glasses were full, and the prices honestly weren't bad at all. We enjoyed it so much that we made it a point to come back multiple times during this trip, and it was well worth it every time. Keep doing what you do, and we'll see you again on our next visit.

La Noche is giving me "LA" vibes. We came here on a Tuesday night around 10pm. The first floor is…read morethe dance club. There was a drag performance but not many people there yet. So we went upstairs to the outdoor bar / lounge area. We were a group of 12 and there was a cushioned corner for us that fit all of us. We loved the open air concept with plants all around. The staffs were amazing. The drinks were good. By the time we left at 11pm, the club floor had 3 go go boys and it was starting to get busier. It was a fun night out.

Hail all things "the Queen " She's posted everywhere in the bar. A great place to meet and catch up…read morewith friends. Open air, lots of space and quick friendly service. It's a great kickback!

How did we miss this place on all our previous visits? Such a nice bar, nice staff that we loved…read moreand great prices and clients. Why why why did we only find this place now? We came here just about everyday on our visit, no regrets! Also love the fact that it is right across street for a bunch of taco carts and also next to some good places to eat, so just grab some food while drinking.

Perfect spot for karaoke and great drinks in a well-run bar. The staff are friendly and attentive,…read moreand they keep the place spotless and inviting, classy but not pretentious. The drinks are consistently well-made and they carry a really good selection of liquor. We are in town on vacation and we've been there twice already and both times we've had a blast listening to the karaoke - the good and the not-so-good singers - but that's part of the fun of the place. If you like good drinks and karaoke, you should check it out.

When things are not forced or planned, they tend to be more FUN. That is exactly what happened when…read morewe stumbled upon this place while walking around. With music and peoples voices blaring all the way outside the bar theres no turing your back away from it. I being a karaoke enthusiast, I just had to have my share. And after a couple of drinks, I was up and the crowd was very much pleasant. In fact one would not be intimidated as the place excudes FUN. Truly a must for anyone trying to switch things up any night.

Great Fun and good music and drinks. The drag show is excellent and usually led by Grace. She is…read morevery funny and does an amazing performances as do all the other talent. Always a great dance floor between shows with great lighting and music. Shows are at 1200 and 3 am. The first show is in English and the second show in Spanish.

It's a Monday night in March. It's basically empty. And this place has the ~audacity~ to charge a…read morecover !! It is basically empty, the music sucks, and we have to pay for drinks too - absolutely appalling. I am only here to support my friends. Will never visit again otherwise. Update - we left after less than 30 minutes. I'm upset I wasted money for cover. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

My night out at the code was so fun, the ambiance was so fun and exciting. The service was just…read moreperfect and amazing. I would definitely go back.

The perfect balance of a nightclub experience that is not only in the queer-bar neighborhood of…read moreZona Romantica, but is welcoming for all. This club is so much fun and I've taken all my friends and recommended Code and everyone has had a great time. The setup is definitely more table based but it is pretty affordable. Once you walk up the main steps there is usually a small cover fee to come in and the bar is right in the back of the first floor. Up the massive mahogany stairs are the multitude of floor-to-ceiling doors that are all unisex bathrooms. I love the large mirror at the top of the stairs for a quick selfie and of course the bathroom attendants are super friendly. I've noticed a top floor but have yet to decipher if it is private event space of additional table seating (I will try to remember to ask next time). What makes Code stand out is the level of theatrics and lighting that are utilized throughout the night. From male and female go-go dancers, cascading light and disco ball drops that are synced to the music, pyrotechnics, and so much more -- this is one hell of a spot. Each night on different trips I've been on there has been a different theme for each night. You can tell they take great pride and plan out each theme accordingly. For those who opt for a table, they have some of the best service. From a dedicated server exclusive to your table for the entirety of the night to the frequent checks on what mixers or drinks you might need. You'll be squared away. Make it a point to add this to your trip itinerary and you will not be disappointed.

Sadly, the bar has clearly been sold to some straights who have completely ruined it. Drinks are…read morenow insanely expensive, the bartenders serve incredibly weak pours, and the whole place has been given an awful, over-lit remodel that destroyed the original vibe. I'm sure they're proud of their terrible "investments," but at this rate the bar will be out of business soon. Ewwwwwwww. I hope you paid them a lot of money, no one likes to walk into a gay bar and realize it's now been straightified.

I rather like this bar, this was one of my favourite spots in PV…read moreI like the all-Spanish music, and the kitschy fiesta decor. It ends up feeling very fun, and real, in contrast to the alienating louder PV clubs. I don't plan to return to PV, but if I do, I would be happy to go here again. The toilet facilities are subpar, but that goes with its dive bar vibe. For some people this is a dealbreaker to have to put dirty toilet paper in a basket. The drink value is incredible and unparalleled, this was the only PV bar I went to that felt like great value!

We returned on a Monday night around 10:30pm and this time there was room to dance. It was not…read morecrowded but just the right amount of people. Music was still loud. Bathroom is upstairs. Didn't order drinks this time but did enjoy the vibe. Tuesday night was much more mellowed out.

Mr. Flamingo certainly has the right open-air tiki vibe to earn its reputation as PV's gay party…read morecentral. Am I right, ladies? Well, for Jamie W and me, our days of nocturnal social boozing are well behind us. Maybe I can see them in the rearview mirror of life because memories can be closer than they appear in reality. Know what I'm sayin'? Anyhow, we arrived here in the middle of a Sunday afternoon when it was almost as still as a tomb. Except for one older guy (a relative term) who kept changing his seat presumably to see if he could get a better view of the passing beef. The bartender was a bit lethargic as he waited for the ice machine to be ready before offering their signature drinks. Jamie ordered the MX$130 Mr. Flamingo, a tantalizing tango of rum, banana liqueur, and cranberry juice. Just to be different or maybe contrary, I went with the MX$130 Flamingo Tikki, a Tequila Sunrise takeoff with Absolut mango, orange & cranberry juice, and grenadine (Photo 10). They were the right libations at the right place but maybe not so much the right time. DRINKS - 4 stars...tiki drinks with enough sweet kick...a little umbrella would've been nice AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...tiki enough SERVICE - 3.5 stars...maybe more pep? TOTAL - 4 stars...every gay stops here, didn't you know? RELATED - Exploring Puerto Vallarta? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3DCxcdR

The Wednesday before Christmas, our bachelor party of 30 people spilled into CC Slaughter's, just…read moreon time to be entertained by their talented drag queens, great drinks, and cute bartenders. The neon rainbow arch in the center of the club was very Insta worthy, and the queens engaged with everyone in the audience. The staff and queens also spoke English, so it was easy to enjoy ourselves without worrying about communication. The adjoining dance floor, DJ, and go go cages in the next room were fun too, and this was a great place to spread out, dance, and enjoy the second bar. It was also very easy to get an Uber home after our night out as the bar is located in the heart of the Zona Romantica, and is easily identifiable.

CC Slaughters does not sleep!…read more Open from 2pm until 6am everyday of the week, this all day and all night party is the busiest bar + nightclub in Puerto Vallarta. The day is more mellow with food + drink specials with many people enjoying their outdoor set up with tables and chairs overlooking the street. Located across from Mr. Flamingo's they have incredible music that can be heard from both entrances, usually with a line forming out of the corner side as the night goes on. We passed through during the day, but attempted to pop in for a bit on a Friday night and the wait was just too wild... Slow moving line. The staff and security seem friendly, reasonable prices and fun decor. I've been to the CC Slaughters in Portland and was this years old when I realized they had a location in Zona Romantica - in similar fashion one side is more casual bar hang and the other is full blown nightclub with top 40 pop, latin favorites and lots of nostalgic dance throwbacks. If you're looking to dance until the sun comes up CC Slaughter - PV is the place to be. Dope DJs, drag galore, occasional go-gos, and great bartender pours. During huge event weeks like Beef Dip the party is just as much outside as it is on the end, but getting a beverage of choice might take a hot minute.

Stopped in here as part of the Vallarta Taco Tour A cute…read moresmall place right before La Playa Our bartender made us the best watermelon margaritas I have ever had! The ambience is definitely upscale and very comfortable Definitely worth another stop in the next time I am in the area

Bar La Playa is a MUST first-stop when visiting Zona Romantica…read more On our most recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, we wanted to spend a day in this part of the region. After looking up good places to go, Bar La Playa came up- and I'm sure glad it did! First, it's easy to get to if you're coming from North. Our Uber was easily able to drop us off without getting stuck in gridlock traffic that can affect certain roads of this area. Additionally, the location isn't a high-traffic area for tourists. That meant we were able to walk up and immediately find seats. Second, the service was top notch. I didn't get the bartenders name, but he was very welcoming, friendly, hospitable and spoke English. Just an overall cool dude and was glad to support his business. Third, the drinks were great. Finally, we were drinking 'real' drinks, not the watered down sugary stuff at the hotel. We were very satisfied with the taste of the drinks. Fourth, the prices are really good. Mexico has gotten expensive and this was a sigh of relief. You can have a great time here without feeling like you paid an arm and a leg. I highly-highly recommend making Bar La Playa your first stop when coming to this area. You're going to get great service, great drinks and all at a price that is reasonable and fair.