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The Sea Monkey

3.5 (71 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Beach Bars

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Jenn H.

We were on a Royal Caribbean cruise, and Puerto Vallarta was one of our stops. We walked along the beach and decided to stop here. They had tables set right in the sand, which made it such a fun experience. The food and drinks were great, and the bathroom was clean. Highly recommend

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Charlene P.

I really loved both our stops here! Of all the places we stopped along the beach this was our favorite. They were having Corona specials for 25 pesos (about $1.50 USD). So cheap beer and the most fabulous views of the Pacific. Nice tables and chairs on the beach. Friendly service too! You never felt rushed. Our second trip we ordered the special marinated shrimp. Oh my God, they were the best ever. And because it was Father's Day, my spouse got the cutest pin ever. Enjoyed it so much that I almost wanted to buy a T-shirt lol

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This has a relaxing beach spot to relax on the beach or in the restaurant. It is along the board walk and near the church and shops. I didn't have the food, but many were ordering different items.

Ice cold beer
Brian S.

Loved it - stopped for ice cold beer on the beach. Good service and price for beers. Took credit cards too.

Los dos Cantarita.  If you are somewhat "margarita'd out" try these. Tequila based with grapefruit similar to a Paloma.
Barrett F.

Great spot to relax and have a beverage and watch the world go by. Friendly and attentive staff, immaculate bathrooms, great drinks. Will be making this a regular spot for future trip. Cash only.

Coconut shrimp with potato and cheese cakes, corn and squash.

This place ended being one of our go-to places while visiting PV. You can lounge on the beach and watch the day go by while enjoying drinks and food. The service was good and the staff are friendly. We enjoyed the coconut shrimp twice and the grilled fish tacos were alright, we would have preferred the fried but we didn't specify. I really enjoyed a mocha a few times, they don't add a ton of sugar like the states and it comes with a small cookie.

The name of restaurant not to go. Not recommended by customer service.
Beatriz L.

Bad service. My family and I traveled from Los Angeles and went this weekend bar hopping and as my brother in law, sister, and cousin tried to go in to join the rest of the family that was in there the supervisor did not let them in. He was rude and cutting them off not letting him explain. We asked to speak to Management and apparently they were not in. Never felt humiliated before.

Cubeta de Coronas

Great service, good prices and great food! Very friendly staff that were always helpful. The food and deals were great. Will definitely come again !

Look at the size of this ceviche ~!!!
Jane C.

Came by on my last day at Puerto Vallarta. They seated me by the ocean front! A nice breeze from the ocean. This the first I have ceviche this size !! Delicious!! Great table service! I didn't expected they fried the Mahi Mahi... oh well it's a Mexican experience... hahahah

Pacifico Light!
Marci P.

We shared the King Kong burger - delicious! We also went again and just had Pacificos with our feet in the sand. Lots of beach vendors but a great spot!

Drinks

The food is soooo good! We've came back three times already since we've been here.. we've ordered the fish ceviche, drinks, coconut shrimp was THE BEST! Everything was really good. The service was was excellent and had the best views. Definitely recommend this place

Mango mojito
Amy C.

This place is the first place you come to when you cross over the bridge. We have tried this place a couple of times over the years and each time we kick ourselves for stopping in here. It does have GREAT beach seating. Food is just ok. The negative here is the price. Place is expensive for the PV Food scene. My reccomendation, just keep walking, there are a ton of other great restaurants right on the beach to check out.

The mojitos!! Buy one get one free!!

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Great food great service great drinks. We rented a condo above the sea monkey, and it was a perfect place to stay and eat.

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The service is great but the food is just okay. Some menu items weren't available when we went. The fries are really good tho

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Amazing views, great sex on the beach! The drink called that was great too friendly staff.

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Guacamole was very disappointing. No flavor. Quesadilla was outstanding. Average service

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One of my favorite places in PV. Great drinks and food. Beautiful views. Fish tacos are delicious.

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Good service great burgers good drinks great view sit on the beach or sit on the patio

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Bar la Playa - Dogs allowed

Bar la Playa

4.8(103 reviews)
0.1 km
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Bar la Playa - Cocktails.

Cocktails.

Bar la Playa - Outside looking in

Outside looking in

Bar la Playa

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Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge - Martini madness Mondays 85 pesos for any martini

Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge

4.8(43 reviews)
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This is a GREAT spot. I went for martini Monday (85 pesos martinis all night) and ordered a house…read moremartini to start. They use tanqueray as their house gin which is unusual but a pleasant surprise as it actually happens to be my preferred brand. I didn't have high hopes for the martini - I find that outside of major U.S. cities places end up putting in way too much vermouth - and it actually ended up being fantastic. It didn't taste too different from what I would make at home which is probably the best thing I could say about a martini (for my own personal taste). I tried a fruitier one - the Gigi - as my second and final drink. It was good but I'm just not a fruity drink person. I just wasn't equipped to handle another standard martini lol. The ambiance is phenomenal - it was both casual and comfortable yet classy. The crowd was much older than I expected although not in a bad way at all. There were lots of expats in their 50s and 60s. I was worried it would be a rowdy rooftop and by contrast it was actually a very chill vibe. Only complaint is that the bathroom is outside of the venue down the stairs and you need a key to enter, which was a bit annoying bc I wanted to use the restroom before I left and I forgot to ask for the key on my way out. Small annoyance and certainly wouldn't prevent me from going back.

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Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge - They should have this sign in every bar, restaurant, anywhere!! Love it

They should have this sign in every bar, restaurant, anywhere!! Love it

Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge - Yep. Beautiful vibe.

Yep. Beautiful vibe.

Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge - Amazing outdoor rooftop patio!

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Amazing outdoor rooftop patio!

Ándale - Al pastor tacos- so good!

Ándale

3.8(140 reviews)
0.4 km
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During our cruise stop in Puerto Vallarta, we decided to have lunch at Andale's Restaurant & Bar…read more The main reason was to try their well-known Chile en Nogada and experience a local restaurant while we were in port. The restaurant itself was pleasant. Service was friendly, the atmosphere was lively, and it was a comfortable place to sit down, relax, and enjoy a meal. For visitors spending a few hours in town, it's an easy and convenient option. That said, after the meal, I felt the restaurant's biggest strengths were its location and atmosphere rather than the food itself. I specifically ordered the Chile en Nogada, which is considered one of their signature dishes. Presentation was beautiful: a large poblano pepper covered in a rich walnut sauce and topped with pomegranate seeds. It certainly looked impressive when it arrived at the table. The flavor, however, was not what I expected. The pepper was very soft and mild, with no heat at all. The filling combined meat, fruit, and spices, giving it a noticeable sweetness. The walnut sauce was thick, creamy, and nutty, but also surprisingly sweet. When everything came together in one bite, I tasted sweetness, savoriness, nuttiness, and the flavor of the pepper all at once. I can appreciate the complexity and understand why this dish is considered a traditional classic, but personally I struggled with the combination. As the meal went on, the sweetness became more prominent, and the dish started to feel like something caught between an entrée and a dessert. It wasn't bad--it just wasn't something I would order again. We also tried a few other Mexican dishes during the meal. They were perfectly acceptable, but nothing really stood out. The overall food quality felt average: not disappointing, but not memorable either. Throughout the meal, I couldn't shake the feeling that this was a restaurant designed primarily for visitors. The menu, atmosphere, and clientele all felt very tourist-oriented. For travelers looking for a convenient and comfortable place to eat, that may be exactly what they're looking for. But for those hoping to discover exceptional Mexican cuisine, I think there are probably better options in Puerto Vallarta.

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Ándale - Signage

Signage

Ándale - Guacamole - pretty presentation.

Guacamole - pretty presentation.

Ándale - View of the busy street from my seat

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View of the busy street from my seat

The Sea Monkey - mexican - Updated October 2026

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