Restaurants near Estancia San Carlos Puerto Vallarta

Amazing experience! Will definitely be back, everyone was super friendly and very attentive.

Great experience at this restaurant they checked in with us prior to see if there were any special accommodations needed. I let them know about a good allergy and they were aware of it at my arrival. We were escorted to our table on time and had a great view. The staff were attentive and the food was absolutely delicious. We tried the surf & turf and the mummy shrimp along with 4 different sides. Instead of appetizers we did some of their cute cocktails in the fish glass and coconut. Great place and a must visit if you are ever in PV.

This was our first time to The Iguana, and it was absolutely incredible from the time we walked into the door to our lovely hostess, the view, the atmosphere, and our amazing server, Aldo. With Aldo’s incredible suggestions we enjoyed the squash blossoms, the pumpkin soup (mind blowing), the local fish and the Angus fillet. Thank you for giving us an amazing evening and looking forward to seeing you guys next year. 

I went to Le Bistro the very first time I came to Puerto Vallarta more than 13 years ago. It was very good, but the newest iteration of this restaurant is simply magnificent. Three of us went on Valentines Day evening, one of the busiest night of the year for fine dining restaurants. We arrived for our 8pm reservation a few minutes early and the electricity was out upon arrival. Ordinarily this would put any restaurant in a tailspin for the rest of the night, but not here. Staff was grave under pressure and the lights were back on in about 10 minutes. Power outages are not uncommon in PV. The 3 of us were greeted and seated at a gorgeous table in the most amazing outdoor setting beneath huge mature trees with hanging lanterns and beside the flowing river. Staff was definitely hustling as the place was completely booked, but we had two or three servers always checking in on us and made sure we had plenty of wine, bread, etc. as we took in the experience. I had the best French onion soup I’ve ever had as an appetizer followed by a gorgeous Cornish hen preparation. My friends had a carmelized onion & chanterelle tart and black truffle porcini raviolis as their starters. My friend is still talking about the tart 3 days later! For their meals, one had the filet mignon with pork belly; Jane had the salmon. Everything presented beautifully, hot, and plentiful. Honestly, this place won us over big time. It’s hard to get things right on one of the biggest nights of the year, and especially so when disaster strikes like a power outage. It’s US prices and worth every penny. Please go on a special occasion or for breakfast or lunch. It’s so worth it and a memorable experience. ❤️

La Palapa is hands-down our favorite dining spot in Puerto Vallarta. It’s the perfect place to catch a sunset, with stunning ocean views and an ambiance that strikes just the right balance between relaxed and elegant. The service here is consistently good—friendly, attentive, and warm without being overbearing. It’s clear the staff takes pride in creating a welcoming experience. The food is fun and approachable, offering a mix of flavors that never feels pretentious. Whether it’s a fresh seafood dish or a creative cocktail, everything is thoughtfully prepared and delicious. We make it a point to dine at La Palapa both at the beginning and end of every trip, and it never disappoints. It’s more than a meal; it’s part of the Puerto Vallarta experience.