Best Lunch Restaurants in Puerto Vallarta

Had a great experience and meal with my wife at Daquiri Dick's for Valentine's day. She had the filet, and I had the Dorado fish, and we shared a shrimp appetizer. All were excellent and the filet was maybe the best steak we've had in Puerto Vallarta over the past 10 years. When my wife asked our waiter, Christian, how is your espresso martini, he said "The best in Vallarta". He was right...it was delicious. Christian and the entire staff showed great attention to detail and truly made this a fine dining experience in a beach atmosphere. Overall a really nice meal and we will be back!

Absolutely perfect! Unbelievable service! Great food! I highly recommend upgrading to the garden experience. You can either order the fixed price menu, or à la cart. But you just have to guarantee you will spend a certain amount per person. The Garden experience was well worth it, especially if you think you’re already going to spend a decent amount of money on food and drinks. Nobody does birthdays better than Cafe des Artistes! Super wonderful experience in Puerto Vallarta!

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.

Absolutely the best sushi in Puerto Vallarta, rivals even my favorite high-end sushi restaurants in New York City and London and San Francisco, at a fraction of those prices! Yes, it is expensive for here, but it’s the real deal and so fresh and so many wonderful options to add on– amazing bartender, and mixologist kind service all around excellent experience. 

Great table for starters! Oyster were delicious as well although some were very small. Dinner was excellent.