May 10, 2024

Savor the Flavors: The 20th Edition of Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other! The 20th annual edition of Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta is here, and it’s time to indulge in the best flavors this vibrant city has to offer. Running from May 15 to June 10, this annual event transforms Puerto Vallarta into a foodie paradise, showcasing the region's rich culinary heritage and innovative dining scene.

Restaurant Week 2024: What to Expect

This year's Restaurant Week promises to be the most exciting yet, featuring over 40 participating restaurants in Puerto Vallarta. Each of them offers special three-course menus at discounted prices, making it the perfect opportunity to try out high-end dining spots and local favorites without breaking the bank. Prices are set at two different tiers—459 MXN and 575 MXN—ensuring there’s something for every budget.

Restaurant Week 2024: Highlights

Diverse Cuisines

From traditional Mexican dishes to international flavors, the participating Puerto Vallarta restaurants cater to all tastes. Whether you're craving fresh seafood, gourmet dishes, or vegan delights, there's a menu waiting for you.

Innovative Dishes

Chefs get creative during Restaurant Week, often debuting new dishes that showcase seasonal ingredients and cutting-edge culinary techniques. Expect to see unique twists on classic recipes and completely new creations.

Scenic Dining

Many participating restaurants offer stunning views of the ocean, mountains, or charming streets of Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy your meal with a side of breathtaking scenery, whether you’re dining al fresco or indoors.

Community Spirit

Restaurant Week fosters a sense of community, bringing locals and visitors together to celebrate Puerto Vallarta’s vibrant food culture. It's a great way to meet new people and share delicious experiences.

Tips for Making the Most of Restaurant Week

Reserve Early

Popular restaurants fill up quickly, so make reservations as soon as possible to secure your spot. To view a list of participating Puerto Vallarta restaurants and their menu offerings, visit the official Restaurant Week 2024 website.

Explore New Places

Use this opportunity to visit restaurants you haven’t tried before. You might discover a new favorite!

Share the Experience

Go with friends or family and order different dishes to share. This way, you can taste more of what each restaurant has to offer.

Follow the Buzz

Check out social media and local reviews to see which dishes are getting rave reviews and which restaurants are generating the most excitement.

First Time Participating Restaurants

Casamar 1928

About: Casamar 1928 Restaurant, nestled within a historic building in Puerto Vallarta, boasts a rich heritage dating back over 130 years. Once home to Don Jesús Langarica, the inaugural mayor, it now serves as a culinary haven, offering Mexican and seafood specialties. Preserving its original charm, the restaurant features adobe walls, inviting guests to savor both history and flavor.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Casamar 1928.
Price: 575 MXN

Itamar

About: At Itamar Cocina de Puerto, the expertise of chefs José Alfredo Pérez, Ángel Villaseñor and Omar Canales redefines the experience of seafood dining. Here the dishes are made with knowledge of the product and techniques to bring out the best in the flavors. In addition to regional recipes, they also offer typical dishes from other ports around the country. To complement the visit, their bar has a series of cocktails prepared with local ingredients with names inspired by Old Vallarta.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Itamar.
Price: 459 MXN

Raíz y Maleza

About: Raíz restaurant opens its doors in the lively Versalles neighborhood, offering an innovative proposal of Author’s Cuisine. Here, the cuisine is free of conventions and labels, focusing on authentic and rooted flavors. The menu includes international specialties with an unmistakable touch of Mexican culinary tradition. Guests can immerse themselves in a unique experience in the Surprise Salon, where each dish tells an intriguing story. Not to be missed is Maleza, the exclusive rooftop where the magic of mixology meets the culinary delights of chef Diego Guerrero.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Raíz y Maleza.
Price: 575 MXN

Zumo Puerto Vallarta

About: A new culinary gem emerges in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. In a vibrant burst of flavors and innovation, Puerto Vallarta’s culinary scene welcomes a dazzling newcomer to its ranks–ZUMO is the latest hotspot to grace the cobblestone streets of the Romantic Zone. Derived from the Spanish words for juice or zest, ZUMO embodies its namesake by infusing traditional Mexican cuisine with a refreshing twist. Boasting a menu brimming with creative fusions and vibrant flavors, this culinary haven invites patrons to embark on a culinary journey like no other.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Zumo Puerto Vallarta.
Price: 575 MXN

Mexican Cuisine

Amixtli Restaurant

About: Amixtli is a new, intimate fine dining restaurant located in Xalli Club, Puerto Vallarta, facing the sea. It offers excellent Mexican cuisine created by chef Eduardo Osuna and a beautiful, natural environment that delights the senses. Enjoy brunch, lunch and dinner with a wide selection of Mexican delights. The intimate and cozy atmosphere of the restaurant creates a peaceful and elegant environment in which diners can relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Amixtli Restaurant.
Price: 575 MXN

LA LECHE Almacén Gourmet

About: Surprise, contrast, difference, happiness and exquisiteness are the five experiences that La Leche focuses on. The monochromatic interior creates an irreverent atmosphere and a blank canvas to reflect the variety of colors of chef Alfonso Cadena’s delicious culinary creations.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: LA LECHE.
Price: 575 MXN

La Tienda Grande

About: Located in Ixtapa, Jalisco, La Tienda Grande is a creative Mexican cuisine restaurant inspired by the traditions, memories and experiences of Vallarta chef Salvador Carrillo.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: La Tienda Grande.
Price: 575 MXN

Le Kliff Puerto Vallarta

About: Discover the captivating world of Mexican cuisine elevated to new heights at Le Kliff Restaurant. Nestled high above the mountains of Puerto Vallarta, we invite you to savor the authentic flavors and rich culinary traditions of Mexico, thoughtfully infused with a modern twist and a dash of local charm.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Le Kliff Puerto Vallarta.
Price: 575 MXN

MAKAL

About: A restaurant that seeks to honor Mexican culinary roots through traditional flavors; all in a cozy, artistic space.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: MAKAL.
Price: 575 MXN

Marcelita by Marcela Resort & Spa

About: Located within the Marcela Resort & Spa facilities, Marcelita by Marcela is a restaurant that offers an exceptional selection of traditional Mexican dishes, where only the freshest ingredients from the region are used to prepare them.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Marcelita.
Price: 575 MXN

European Cuisine

Abbraccio Cucina Italiana

About: Italian cuisine restaurant that offers the family recipes of Corleone, Sicily.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Abbraccio Cucina Italiana.
Price: 459 MXN

Azafrán Restaurant Puerto Vallarta

About: A unique culinary journey with gracious European-style service. Andreas Fischer, executive chef, brings a fresh, sustainable and refined approach to the kitchen.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Azafrán Restaurant.
Price: 459 MXN

Barcelona Tapas

About: Ideal for sharing as a couple or with friends, Barcelona Tapas offers appetizer-sized servings of Spanish flavors, which are prepared with the highest quality local ingredients and a bird’s-eye view of the town and bay.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Barcelona Tapas.
Price: 459 MXN

Cafe des Artistes Puerto Vallarta

About: Elegance and exclusive ambiances have placed Café des Artistes as an iconic reference of haute cuisine in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay for over 30 years. The creative spirit, passion and unique style of Thierry Blouet, chef and founder, have placed this restaurant as an ideal venue for intimate celebrations or important business reunions.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Cafe des Artistes Puerto Vallarta.
Price: 575 MXN

Il Pesce

About: Located in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone, Il Pesce restaurant offers cucina di mare and Sicilian-style seafood. With a mention in TripAdvisor as Travelers Choice 2022.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Il Pesce.
Price: 459 MXN

Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant

About: If you enjoy European sidewalk cafés and fine continental cuisine, the concept of Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant evokes old Vienna in its heyday.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant.
Price: 575 MXN

La Cigale French Bistro

About: Step into La Cigale French Bistro and you will immediately feel yourself transported to Paris or Marseille. The owners have taken their experience with similar venues in Paris, Marseille and Manhattan to create a true French bistro in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. With main courses such as Beef Bourguignon marinated in Burgundy wine, and desserts like the traditional Crêpe Suzette flambeed with Grand Marnier, how could you go wrong?
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: La Cigale French Bistro.
Price: 575 MXN

Olive by Rubén

About: A creative Cretan Greek restaurant, where New and Old World specialties converge. Located in Puerto Vallarta’s Versalles neighborhood, this place is run by the experienced chef Rubén Íñiguez.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Olive by Rubén.
Price: 459 MXN

OPA Greek Bistro

About: The latest addition to Puerto Vallarta’s Mediterranean-style culinary scene. Chef Gabriel Gómez de la Fuente prepares 100% original Greek dishes with the finest ingredients.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: OPA Greek Bistro.
Price: 459 MXN

The Swedes Bar & Bistro

About: The Swedes Bar and Bistro opened in 2009 by Morgan Granander. Over the years the venue has become a favorite destination of a worldwide clientele. Quality food, friendly and familiar service with a fun and lively atmosphere at the corner of Olas Altas and Púlpito streets have cemented The Swedes as a must-visit location on every trip to Puerto Vallarta.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: The Swedes.
Price: 575 MXN

Trio

About: Founded by European chefs Bernhard Guth and Ulf Henriksson, Trio restaurant offers an exquisite Mediterranean menu, as well as an inspiring list of international wine labels.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Trio.
Price: 575 MXN

Vitea Oceanfront Bistro

About: Located on the Puerto Vallarta’s Malecón, Vitea Bistro Café offers classic and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine in a casual European Riviera ambiance.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Vitea Oceanfront Bistro.
Price: 459 MXN

Asian Cuisine

Archie's Wok

About: Since 1986, Archie’s Wok has been legendary for serving original cuisine influenced by the exotic flavors of Thailand, China and the Philippines.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Archie’s Wok.
Price: 459 MXN

DAO Contemporary Chinese Cuisine

About: Each dish reflects the culinary excitement of discovery, blending traditional components with modern twists from Dim Sum to traditional Peking Duck or Crispy Pork Belly. Chinese elements are brilliantly encapsulated into extraordinary dishes creating high-end cuisine that will take its rightful place in the foodie landscape. Exquisite ingredients with fresh and fragrant spicy aromas and elegant presentation capture the essence of DAO, which promises to keep your taste buds tingling.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: DAO Contemporary Chinese Cuisine.
Price: 575 MXN

Siam PV Cocina Thai

About: A unique Thai restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, where specialties of Southeast Asian cuisine prepared with traditional ingredients are served.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Siam PV Cocina Thai.
Price: 459 MXN

Fine Cuts Restaurants

Bocados Steak House

About: Located within the Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa facilities, Bocados Steak House’s cuisine is a culinary journey through its exquisite selection of chef’s signature entrees, grilled cuts and desserts.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Bocados Steak House.
Price: 575 MXN

Karuma · The Art of Grill

About: Located within the TierraLuna facilities of the Garza Blanca Preserve resort, Karuma · The Art of Grill’s concept revolves around presenting an innovative menu through a sophisticated version of classic steakhouses and grills with an international twist.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Karuma · The Art of Grill.
Price: 575 MXN

Serrano’s Grill

About: Serrano’s Grill combines the excellent view of Downtown Puerto Vallarta and the beautiful sunsets of Banderas Bay with gastronomy for demanding palates. Here you can find quality cuts, as well as dishes influenced by Latin and Mediterranean cuisine.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Serrano’s Grill.
Price: 575 MXN

Serrano's Meat House

About: Serrano’s Meat House specializes in top-quality cuts grilled to perfection. From this vantage point, you can enjoy the sounds of live dancers and musicians that frequently appear at Plaza Lázaro Cárdenas.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Serrano’s Meat House.
Price: 575 MXN

Sonora House Puerto Vallarta

About: Sonora House is a Puerto Vallarta grill that offers cuts from Sonora, as well as chicken and shrimp from the region, all in a relaxing atmosphere.
Check out the special Restaurant Week menu at: Sonora House.
Price: 459 MXN

Restaurant Week in Puerto Vallarta is more than just a food festival; it’s a celebration of the city’s rich culinary scene and a testament to its vibrant culture. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, don’t miss this chance to enjoy some of the best food Puerto Vallarta has to offer.

Mark your calendar, book your tables, and get ready to savor every bite! Bon appétit !