| Planning your next vacation in Puerto Vallarta? We | | | | Arryán offers classic favorites like plantain |
| have gathered top insider information for | | | | empanadas, cochinita pibil and duck confit, all |
| exclusive Vallarta travel tips. Discover everything | | | | created and garnished with local ingredients and |
| from where to eat, where to dance and the | | | | flavors. Not-to-be-missed: The Pastel Dionix made |
| must-sees of this Mexico Pacific Coast paradise. | | | | from a family recipe for a truly authentic Vallarta |
| Puerto Vallarta is a Mexican seaside haven for | | | | dining experience. |
| pleasure seekers to indulge in the extensive | | | | Los Xítomates: For Mexican gourmet in |
| coastlines, gorgeous landscape, chic restaurants, | | | | the heart of Puerto Vallarta just off the Malecon, |
| manicured golf courses and abundance of sun-filled | | | | Los Xítomates is an exceptional restaurant |
| activities. With a lot to choose from, we've | | | | with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Owner and |
| narrowed down some favorites of Puerto Vallarta | | | | Head Chef Luis Fitch, together with Javier |
| locals and seasoned veterans who can't help but | | | | Fernandez Somellera, has created a fanciful menu |
| return to the Pacific beaches year after year. | | | | of Mexican fusion that has garnered prestigious |
| Le Kliff: In arguably one of the most romantic | | | | awards since the restaurant first opened in 2002. |
| locations in PuertoVallarta, this cliffside restaurant | | | | Not-to-be-missed: A chat with the owner and |
| under a palapa offers up some of the most | | | | chef, Luis Fitch, who is almost always on-hand to |
| spectacular views in the city. Le Kliff is the | | | | welcome guests in his restaurant. |
| perfect romantic restaurant for a quiet evening | | | | The Best Puerto Vallarta Nightlife: |
| meal or sunset cocktails. Specializing in seafood, Le | | | | De Santos: A consistent favorite among the |
| Kliff serves local favorites with an international | | | | trendy crowd, De Santos is a stylish lounge that |
| twist. Enjoy your meal seaside overlooking the | | | | heats up as the sun goes down. Designed in a |
| Banderas Bay for an absolutely unforgettable | | | | distinct Mediterranean setting, De Santos is |
| dining experience. Not-to-be-missed: Le Kliff is the | | | | perfect for a fun night out among in-the-know |
| ideal spot for an evening meal as the sun sets | | | | locals dancing to lively music. Decorated in all |
| over the bay. A favorite for destination weddings | | | | white, this style lounge is a Puerto Vallarta bar |
| and local celebrations alike, it's the prime | | | | favorite for the cocktail-swilling night owls. |
| restaurant for a romantic evening. | | | | La Bodeguita del Medio: Perhaps not as famous as |
| Cafe des Artistes: No trip to Puerto Vallarta would | | | | its namesake in Havana, this Cuban restaurant |
| be complete without enjoying a delectable dinner | | | | lounge is said to have the best mojitos in town. |
| at Cafe des Artistes, one of the cornerstones of | | | | Located on Puerto Vallarta's famed boulevard |
| Vallarta dining. The renowned restaurant led by | | | | Malecon, La Bodeguita is perfect for |
| head chef Thierry Blouet offers an international | | | | people-watching and dancing to live salsa music. |
| menu that changes seasonally and will undoubtedly | | | | You may be in Mexico, but the tantalizing spirit of |
| surprise your palate. With a romantic terrace and | | | | this cocktail bar will take you right into the sultry |
| casual elegance, Cafe des Artistes has become | | | | streets of Havana. |
| not only one of the hallmarks of Puerto Vallarta | | | | Mandala: Replacing old Malecon favorites Kahlua |
| restaurants, but one of the most celebrated | | | | and Mogambo, Mandala arrived in 2007 to fanfare |
| restaurants in Mexico. Not-to-be-missed: Head | | | | and was a quick hit among locals and tourists alike. |
| Chef Thierry Blouet's second-floor Cocina de | | | | The flashy and modern disco spins Spanish pop |
| Autor is an exclusive dining experience that adds | | | | and electronic music until the sun comes up. |
| a new dimension to Cafe des Artistes' appeal. | | | | Christine: A seasoned veteran for Puerto Vallarta |
| Cocina de Autor is a more formal answer to the | | | | nightlife, Christine is a dazzling nightclub that tops |
| downstairs bistro. | | | | every clubgoers list in Vallarta. It draws a trendy, |
| El Arrayán: Offering traditional Mexico | | | | upscale crowd to its glittery dance floors, |
| recipes in the center of Vallarta's Old Town, El | | | | featuring a wide range of music and a midnight |
| Arrayán captures the heart of Mexico in | | | | light show every night. |
| its genuine cuisine and casual environment. El | | | | |