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    The Fat Boy Seafood

    4.1 (202 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Dan S.

    What an amazing experience. The ambience the sounds of the waves crashing and people laughing made this quick stop a great experience. From an order of shrimp, empanadas, two with cheese and two without cheese, and a few drinks it made the experience awesome. The staff were worn and friendly and often enjoyed a quick lap with us sitting ocean side on the sand.

    Adela M.

    We were in Puerto Vallarta for a wedding and ended up staying near Buceria. We were craving authentic Mexican mariscos and was told this would be the place to go, it's right on the beach and the food is fresh. We did go and we enjoyed our food, the portions were big and the fish was fresh but we did feel like the atmosphere catered more to tourists. I had no idea Buceria was a Canadian attraction and so when we dined at The Fat Boy Seafood, the music was all english and tailored to the Canadians, kinda not the point of being in Mexico. The staff was great and the prices were aligned with almost american prices.

    Beach view
    Patricia F.

    Lunch was perfect- big portions, perfect for sharing. Great ocean seating- just be ready to say No to many sellers that are allowed to wander in.

    Grilled Red Snapper

    Delightful restaurant right on the beach! Delicious grilled whole fish Red Snapper.. Our waiter Juan was so accommodating with great suggestions to make sure we were happy! Gracias!!!

    Shrimp, fish lobster combo approx $65 US
    Gwen S.

    The location, service, entertainment and overall ambiance were wonderful-the food however was overcooked and very expensive for what was served. I had the Combo with lobster shrimp & fish. There was a crawdad size nugget of meat in the tail of the "lobster" all of it was way overcooked and dry/mushy - this combo was over $65 US The shrimp cocktail at the table next to us looked really good though ‍

    Shrimp Aguachile
    Savannah R.

    My mother and I visited The Fat Boy Seafood on Monday, 1/23/23. When we arrived at the restaurant, a lot of the staff members were sitting down at a table chatting. We waited patiently and it took almost 10 minutes to be seated by someone. Next, we wanted to order oysters. It turned out that they were out. It was disappointing because we traveled here to this restaurant for that particular item. We even called the restaurant before coming. It would've been nice if they have communicated they were running low. We just ordered a Shrimp Aguachile, which was decent. Unfortunately, we couldn't enjoy eating it as much because so many vendors walked up to our table to sell things. It was very unexpected. Our entire experience was a letdown from the get-go. The service wasn't the best, there were no oysters, and a lot of bothersome vendors.

    Food, environment and overall experience was AMAZING! If this is not on your list of stops, make it a top of the list. Right on the beach and makes the whole experience over the top. Our driver Enrique Saenz was amazing. Ask for him when looking for a driver!!!!! 5 STARS!!!!!!

    Outside patio with sand floor
    Kelcie Lei A.

    This place was okay. We ordered Combo #2, which included 3 lobster, 4 large shrimp, salad, and rice. The lobsters were over cooked and dry. Shrimp was delicious though! We ordered the shrimp with garlic/butter and diabla (sweet and spicy). Side salad was weird; I didn't like the dressing. For appetizer, the mussels with white wine sauce was delicious! Customer service was great nonetheless.

    Margarita
    Jen W.

    Found Fat Boys by accident, ended up being a great find in Bucerias! Margaritas were fabulous, the food was delicious and very authentic. Sauces were unique and tortillas were the best I've ever had!!! Our waiter Alfredo was so sweet and made our evening special. We ate in the main dining area, which was very clean and nicely decorated. Highly recommended for anyone visiting!

    Beach table view
    Dale M.

    Here is a local favourite for food and drinks on the beach in Bucerias A great beach vineyard and sunset hangout Lots to watch in the ocean as well as passers by

    The absolute best food and service ever!! Will return Everytime we go back to Mexico!!

    Best Combo
    Aunie K.

    Sí! This is a must visit restaurant if you are any place close! The view, service and the food are phenomenal! Not cheap but the portions are shareable. Marco and Nario were phenomenal - ooh so patient with my quirky tourist family. Excellent!

    Kids quesadilla! So much
    Bonnie S.

    Very good and fresh food right at the beach. Huge selections and portions. Friendly and good service. Complimentary chips and salsa and shots! Yum Nice place for a sit down lunch after some shopping in the area.

    Fried fish!!!!   Excellent

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