Puerto Vallarta

A setting that couldn't be more romantic, with magnificent hilltop views, a dining room bedecked with hundreds of tear-drop shaped crystals hanging from the ceiling and flowers galore. — Frommer's

Conviviality, hominess, and dedication on the parts of the chef-owners have made Trio one of Puerto Vallarta's best restaurants—hands down. — Fodor's

The exquisite beauty of the Hacienda, as well as the city lights and shimmering bay, are proudly displayed for diners at this special location. — Frommer's

Dishes at this extremely popular pan-Asian restaurant include Thai garlic shrimp, pancit (Filipino stir-fry with pasta), and Singapore-style (lightly battered) crispy fish. — Fodor's

You can dine alone at the polished black-granite bar without feeling too lonely, or catch an important ball game. — Fodor's

When chefs Bernhard Güth and Ulf Henriksson, of Trio, needed a challenge, they cooked up this delightful seaside bistro. — Fodor's

This beachside palapa restaurant defines enchantment, a decades-old favorite with beautiful amber lamps, candles, and lanterns illuminating the night. — Frommer's

Designed to resemble a 19th-century Viennese cafe, Kaiser Maximilian presents a distinctly European, not Mexican, atmosphere. — Frommer's

One of the first restaurants in the marina, Porto Bello serves flavorful Italian dishes to the backdrop of docked sailboats and motor yachts. — Frommer's

Repeat visitors swear by the enchiladas and carne asadas at this earthy restaurant. — Fodor's

The tiny, hard-to-find cafe is worth the effort—a visit here will reward you with exceptional traditional Mexican cuisine and a whimsical crash course in contemporary culture. — Frommer's

This restaurant is an institution among locals and visitors who know that in Nuevo Vallarta there's more than just all-inclusive hotels. — Fodor's

Grilling perfect BBQ, and very affordable rates and you'll get a successful restaurant like this one, which sprouted out of the blue to become a favorite of diners who don't want to over-spend. — Fodor's

Reservation-only bistro set on a rocky cliff, and a five-minute water-taxi ride from Boca de Tomatlán. Mains range from sensational seafood such as tapenade-encrusted octopus to delicious ribs. — Lonely Planet

House specialties include shrimp, ceviche, and marlin tostadas, as well as tuna sashimi. — Afar Magazine

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The go-to place for locals seeking a chic bar and dependably excellent meal. The duck, whether served in tacos, chimichangas, or as a seared breast, gets rave reviews all around town. — Concierge

This mid-size enclave is sure to satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth, particularly those fond of well-crafted french crepes. — Fodor's

This small no-frills restaurant offers what many claim to be the best tacos in all of Banderas Bay, but also the most expensive. — Fodor's

La Cruz is slowly becoming more sophisticated (okay, gentrified), and Frascati combines the Old World and the New: It's friendly and intimate while simultaneously sophisticated. — Fodor's