Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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Trattoria Toscana Mia

4.8

4.8 (468)

MXN310 to MXN500

Italian

Nuevo Vallarta

About the restaurant

ON JANUARY 25TH 2008 The Napolitano family (Ciro, Pina y Vicenzo) arrived from the Montecatini in the Tuscany region. They opened the door of Trattoria Toscana Mia, offering what they know best: Italian home made food, Fresh pasta, pizza and good Italian wine. All recipes are original from Mamma Pina who has worked all her life on many different Italian kitchens.

Top review

georgeannavip

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Toscana Mia is the best Italian food I have ever had. The service is fantastic. I can’t say enough good things about this place. It’s my favorite in all of Bucerias!!

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Popular dish

Pinocchio

La Negra

4.8

4.8 (516)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Bucerías

About the restaurant

La Negra is a tropical den in Bucerias, Nayarit Mexico; designed for relaxed people who want to have a tasty casual meal and a good time in a very eclectic atmosphere. Founded in the oldest house of the neighborhood, under an old tree, La Negra is frequently visited by families, retired people, pets, couples, kids, tourist and young local crowd; everyone part of this story since 2015.
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Please consider the following when making your reservation:
• During Dec-Apr season you will have a time limit to occupy the table of 2 hr. If you plan to make your visit longer, please contact us [329-298-0420].
• Be punctual, we will save your reservation for 10 minutes.
• In groups of 5 or more, 50% +1 must be present to give you the table.
• Our ROOFTOP is exclusive for couples and mixed groups of adults 18+. Families of all ages, are welcome on the ground floor.
• Please leave us a note if there are minors in your group.
• Sorry, we don’t accept pets anymore

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 24, 2024

Our favorite place in Bucerias. Local, yummy and great atmosphere. Don’t miss the plata salada.

Ánima Beach Club

4.8

4.8 (59)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Ánima Puerto Vallarta. Es un club de playa con área de restaurante enfocados en cocina local, mariscos, pesca del día y área de playa con la mejor música afro house.

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AlmaGvip

Dined on Jul 5, 2024

Everything Amazing! a MUST if you travel to PV! 10 out of 10!!! 🙌🙌🙌

Amixtli Restaurant - Xalli Club

4.8

4.8 (72)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Fine Mexican dining on Puerto Vallarta's south shore, featuring a menu created by Chef Eduardo Osuna. / Fina cena mexicana en la costa sur de Puerto Vallarta, con un menú creado por el Chef Eduardo Osuna.

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Brianna

Dined 7 days ago

I had a great time at the beach club. The atmosphere is clean and beautiful, service was amazing...a perfect day! The food is really good, too.

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Experience

DAY PASS EN XALLI CLUB

MESON IBERICO

4.8

4.8 (20)

MXN500 and over

Spanish

Puerto Vallarta

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Christina

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent Spanish cuisine with wonderful staff. Highly recommend!

Yeo Fluvial Vallarta

4.7

4.7 (34)

MXN500 and over

Japanese

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

YEO® Fluvial, ubicado en una de las zonas más privilegiadas de Puerto Vallarta ofrece una experiencia de alta cocina japonesa en un ambiente cálido y acogedor. Con más de 5 años de trayectoria, YEO® se ha posicionado como el restaurante japonés más importante de la región. Siempre en constante evolución y con espíritu de crecimiento para crear experiencias inolvidables para nuestros visitantes.

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Jeff510vip

Dined on Jul 23, 2024

Always great . The food . Drinks, food , service always the best

Abbraccio Cucina Italiana

4.6

4.6 (113)

MXN310 to MXN500

Italian

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Restaurante de comida italiana que lleva las recetas familiares de nuestros ancestros de Corleone en Sicilia, Apasionado, Calido ,Maternal y Genuino

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 29, 2024

Food was a brand new experience us and the starter bread app was delicious. The water cups are very tiny so I felt like I was bugging the waiter for water every 2 minutes. The seating is very strange with not much to look at but the seats themselves were comfortable and stable.

LA TERRAZZA DI ROMA

4.6

4.6 (228)

MXN310 to MXN500

Italian

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

La Terrazza di Roma is a traditional Italian restaurant located in Marina Vallarta, in the lovely city of Puerto Vallarta. The restaurant was founded in 1993 by a group of Italian and Mexican friends aiming to bring the flavors of Italy to Marina Vallarta. It is a family-owned and operated restaurant, with hearty trattoria style dishes, served in a lively, and entertaining space. “La Terrazza” is well known for its outstanding deck over the water, offering outside dining every day.
In our menu you will find classic Italian dishes, as well as signature plates, paired perfectly with a carefully selected wine list. The menu features a wide variety of delicious homemade pastas, fish and seafood dishes, as well as gourmet thin-crusted pizzas.
We welcome you to join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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Hope

Dined 3 days ago

Jewel of a find! Food, service, location, and quality were all wonderful. Look forward to visiting again and highly recommend.

Tarantella

4.5

4.5 (51)

MXN310 to MXN500

Italian

Nuevo Vallarta

About the restaurant

You are invited to enjoy our hospitality, authentic delicious food and outstanding service in our relaxed friendly atmosphere. We can dine with us on an open air terrace and in one of two airconditioned dining rooms. We also have a play area for your kids.
Bring our appetite, you will be delighted. We are open from breakfast till dinner.

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Ursulavip

Dined on Jul 21, 2024

Friendly and attentive staff, comfortable atmosphere, large portions of tasty food, refreshing drinks, and the desserts looked delicious!

iK Mixology Bar & Cuisine

4.4

4.4 (366)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

IK: (breeze that revives) "Ik" is a day sign in the Mayan calendar system that symbolizes the wind.
Located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, our establishment combines a unique design in the shape of bird's nests and soft lighting that creates a cozy atmosphere that seeks to provide our clients with an unforgettable evening. Our cocktail menu is a sample of the art of mixology, prepared by experts who combine exquisite ingredients and premium spirits to create unique and surprising creations.
The menu, prepared by a team of chefs, presents a selection of signature dishes that combine fresh, top-quality ingredients. Each dish is a unique experience, designed to delight the senses and enjoy the best views in the area.

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Hannah

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

We absolutely loved our experience and service here! We went at sunset and was absolutely magical, we had amazing cocktails (Gin Love)! Would definitely be back here again!

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