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    Bubba Gump

    2.7 (75 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Ernesto P.

    Actually not a bad place for being inside the airport. we've been there twice now, first time in 2020 & then now 5 years later in 2025. Price is as expected since it IS in the airport, but i was actually surprised by the service. They are on top of things & are always constantly checking if you need water or anything else for your group. The shrimp is also very fresh since they are located in Puerto Vallarta, which is right by the sea so you are guaranteed fresh. Compared to the Bubba Gumps in the US which you do not get fresh seafood like you do here. Drinks were strong which you would like before getting on the plane to take away some of the nerves. Highly recommend to stop here if you're in the PVR airport.

    Alex K.

    It's a given what to expect with the food here. Some people love it, some dislike it. There's not much sit down dining restaurants at this terminal so it was slim pickings. I normally juts pop in while waiting for the flights and have a beer. Well, nothing new. A beer and a snack. The cheese fries, simple and easy. It was ok, nothing major to rave about. If you know this chain restaurant, it's full of the movie memorabilia, pictures and quotes. Don't get me wrong, people love it as it's a symbolic movie. It's whatever, a good fast place for a drink while waiting. Staff were all really friendly at this location. Menu, I'm not sure if they're all the same nationwide. It's basically a hub for international travelers who see something familiar and know about it.

    Chicken strips and fries
    Brandon M.

    Always stop by Bubba Gump, but never have eaten here. Got in real quick they sent me to table didn't have to go to the bar. Food came super fast. They are very attentive. Chicken strips seem hand breaded and were very tasty and the fries are hand cut. Drinks came fast. Only thing I would :( is the price but that's what you get when you get to any airport Sticking with my five star on this one.

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    Reina A.

    The most expensive meal I had in Puerto Vallarta was here as we waited for our flight home. Are the prices ridiculous? Yes (as all airports). Is the food and service good? Also, yes. I had the fish and chips. Everyone in our party of four enjoyed their meal. The key lime pie was fantastic!

    Jennifer B.

    With 2.5 hours to kill before boarding a flight and with a bit of hunger pangs kinda kickin' it, Hubbers and I decided to get in one more meal. There were other choices, but this topped our list because we wanted to dine in (rather than getting food and taking it back to our seats at the gates.) Plus our palates kinda directed us here, so... We got on the waitlist and were told a 30 minute wait (which was weird because there were plenty of open tables.) No biggie, we had the time... But the wait wasn't even close to that half hour. We got seated just a little over 10 minutes later, so... yay! It didn't take long before Hubbers and I decided what we wanted. LAVA FLOW: A great starter before the starter. Great way to cleanse the palate before indulging in grub. RUN ACROSS AMERICA SAMPLER: Everything fried and had a lotta parts to it. Tortilla chips were what they were. Nothing to get excited about. Fried shrimp and hush puppies were between good and great, they weren't bad. Chicken tenders were booboo, though. They were fried much too tough and just became inedible. Even a simple bite was a struggle. I managed to find some parts soft enough, but most of it was just... nope. SHRIMP PO'BOY: They were generous with the amount of shrimp they put in this. It was also kept as simple as possible, so the main star really was the shrimp. The bun was soft but held the insides well. Mayo was light and the veggies were fresh. I liked it. FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH: Hubbers' struggled between this and the ribs, but since ribs weren't available, he was happy to get this. I got to try a small bite and liked it. He, on the other hand, liked it enough to eat it all. So, yeah. Great choice. FOOD: 5. SERVICE: 4. It was sorta a challenge trying to get staff to tend to us in the beginning (not having the RUN FORREST RUN and STOP FORREST STOP signs might have been an issue.) But once we got our server's attention (I believe his name is Daniel) it was smooth sailing from there. VALUE: 3. Average at best. Pretty comparable to what we pay in the states. OVERALL: 4. It was sorta a good comeback from the last meal we had at the marina (that one was yuck.) Granted it was more American, the meal was still a saving grace of some sort. But still: a good run at that. Might just come through again should I find myself in this city as well as the need comes up again.

    Stefanie B.

    This location was in the airport in Puerto Vallarta. It was easy to get seated and the service was on point. My food arrived hot & promptly! It had a fun upbeat feel. It was very clean.

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    J H.

    They do not accept travel vouchers from airlines. There's a sign at the front desk that says they do but they won't when the bill comes. Don't fall for their scam!!

    To stop service use this one.
    Theresa G.

    Like most Bubba gumps we've been at this one is a bit smaller since its inside the small Vallarta airport. Staff was friendly and prompt at seating and service. They were busy yet got us our drinks quick and were very accommodating. Its not the best food but it will get the job done when your hungry and don't want to eat on the plane and very family friendly for all ages.

    April G.

    Gotta love Bubba Gump! Stopped in before our flight back home for a bite to eat. It was super crowded (as most airport restaurants are) but we got a seat right away and the staff was FAST. Food was great. We especially liked the Shrimp BLT salad! Stop in if you have some time to kill before your flight!

    Burger n fries :)

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    Cold shrimp, disgusting raw old broccoli for my kids. Stay away. You're not going to like this place.

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    Lotsa fast food choices at PVR airport; not as many sit down options.

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    Joe Jack's Fish Shack - Meatball -- smells incredible!!

    Joe Jack's Fish Shack

    4.6(816 reviews)
    8.7 km
    $$

    top tier service all around…read more located in the zona romántica, the vibes once you enter this place are hard to beat, we sat upstairs on the roof for a more intimate setting. ordered the red snapper, house guacamole, camarones al mojo de ajo. all choices were delicious, the snapper comes with rice, beans and tortillas of your choice. so much flavor here and they even deboned the fish table side! loved the fried doughnut with ice cream at the end.

    Joe Jack's was a great experience from start to finish…read more I started with the bruschetta, which was easily a 5/5. There is no such thing as too many tomatoes. I honestly could have ordered two. The house-made ricotta was creamy, the tomatoes were fresh and sweet, and the aged balsamic brought everything together perfectly. For my main, I had the Asian noodle salad with grilled shrimp. It was refreshing, light, and full of flavor without feeling heavy. The grapefruit added a bright citrus note, and while I initially thought the candied pecans would be an odd pairing, they worked surprisingly well. My only suggestion would be to remove the shrimp tails to make the dish a little easier to enjoy. I finished with the mango-strawberry almond parfait, which was the perfect ending to the meal. It was light, refreshing, and not overly sweet, making it a great dessert after two flavorful courses. The service throughout the meal was warm and welcoming. I'm still working on my Spanish, and everyone was patient and encouraging, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

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    Tuna Azul - Shrimp Ceviche

    Tuna Azul

    4.7(439 reviews)
    8.8 km
    $$

    10/10! we randomly choose tuna azul as a meet up spot and had heard they have great food. the…read moreservice was amazing & the food was even better.! extremely nice staff, huge portions and a lovely cool interior with great bathrooms ! the garlic shrimp tacos and rock shrimp were to die for. the lobster tacos were the biggest hit for everyone. their fresh raw tuna was so flavorful and beautiful presentation

    We found Tuna Azul on our first visit to Puerto Vallarta and it immediately became a highlight of…read morethe trip. Located just a short walk from our Airbnb, it's perfectly placed for a relaxed dinner after a day of exploring. The room on the second floor was air-conditioned -- a godsend in June's heat -- and made the whole experience far more comfortable. The setting feels casual but thoughtfully executed, with attentive service that never felt intrusive. Drinks: the Tamarind Margarita is a must-order. Tangy, balanced, and truly memorable -- one of the best cocktails we tried during our stay. Food: outstanding. The Tuna Chicharrón taco was superb -- honestly the best taco we had in two days in PV. Crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. The Shrimp Ceviche tostadas were equally excellent: fresh, bright, and well composed. Service: Jesús was a standout. Friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable -- he made solid recommendations and kept the evening running smoothly. If you're nearby, do not miss this spot. Great food, fantastic cocktails, and comfortable indoor seating with AC make Tuna Azul an easy top pick in Puerto Vallarta.

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    El Dorado Restaurant - Crab cake

    El Dorado Restaurant

    4.4(487 reviews)
    9.0 km
    $$

    Terrible experience for such an expensive ($300 for a family of four) meal. My children are both…read moreunder 12 years old. We made reservations for 7:30pm. Everything started off great, but then as the evening went on things really turned sour and disappointing! We were offered a table on the beach. When we sat down, there were people using the public part, which is totally ok, but many of them were smoking marijuana, which was a factor that also ruined our experience. My children do not need to be around that when dining. If the restaurant knows the beach crowd is rowdy that's fine! Just warn us! Then as the night went on, a man and woman started fighting and wound up ripping each others clothes off. I and a few other attendees had to be the ones to get involved! No police presence at all. We did not finish our meal as it felt unsafe when they were fighting. We left our steaks and drinks half finished. There was no offer of a partial refund at all. "Oh that's a public part of the beach" is all they could say. What a waste. My children were exposed to this, we did not finish our food or drinks, and still had to pay the full $300 tab. Aside from this, the food was OKOKOK. MID-tier at best! Steak ($1,100 pesos) was tough. Tuna Poke was a terrible attempt and not tender at all. Oysters were extremely salty (not handled properly). AVOID AT ALL COSTS. Server was cool, and funny, he gets the 1 star, but management is terrible and unfriendly. Refuse to accept accountability or to offer ways to make amends. GO ELSEWHERE!

    This is always our go-to restaurant for sunset dinner on our first night in Puerto Vallarta…read more Consistently great service, delicious food and drinks, and a view that can't be beat. Our condo rental included a complimentary breakfast voucher good at El Dorado for each day of our stay. The breakfast and location on the beach is a perfect way to kick-off the morning. Also, I have to give a huge shout-out to the manager of the restaurant. He's amazing and always greets us with a smile and kind words. When we arrived toward the end of breakfast service today, they weren't able to accommodate us due to a large party they were setting up for. Rather than turn us away, the manager walked us to the restaurant next door and asked them to honor our vouchers. Now that's how you do it!. Stellar service!! We keep coming back here year after year and can highly recommend El Dorado!

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