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    El Brujo Vallarta

    4.5 (137 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 2:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Savanna B.

    Total hidden gem a bit off the well worn PV tourist trail. The service was great and the restaurant was pretty cool inside. Our only complaint was that it was really loud inside due to the fact that another table was treating the place like their private living room, but that wasn't the restaurant's fault. The drinks were tasty, but I wish I would've noticed their specialty cocktails before ordering a go to margarita because I had one for my second drink and it was outstanding. The three salsas that came before the meal were good, especially the pico. We shared the shrimp fajitas, which were so flavorful that I didn't need to douse them with salsa like I normally do. We also had the Aztec mocajete- seriously so good. We didn't try dessert- last nights special was flan- because we were stuffed and taking a togo box at the end.

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    Karmela G.

    El Brujo is a staple for my family and I whenever we visit PV! The service, food and ambiance are all top notch. Huge thanks to Efren and Luis for being so attentive and friendly. Can't wait to come back again soon!

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    Ishie S.

    Stopped in here on a DIY taco tour for the chicharron tacos, which were incredible. My boyfriend ordered an interesting sounding modified cheese stick appetizer which was *amazing* and really unique. I've never had anything quite like it and scooped up in a fresh corn tortilla made this wonderful cheesy savory taco that was a highlight of the trip. The cielo rojo was well made and generous. My mom clued the staff into it being my birthday. They comped some of the better flan I've had with a happy birthday, which was quite sweet. Glam was extremely rich with roasted caramel and vanilla. Excellent place and well prioritize it in future trips to PV.

    Natalie N.

    Have been here twice and will continue to come back! We love the molcajetes and my fiance loves the Marlin burrito. Service is always excellent!

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    Maria P.

    Good food and great service! Efren did a great job for us. Definitely we will come back again!

    Wayne S.

    Made time in our trip to visit an old favorite El Bruno for lunch today. The lunch started with their house made Tortilla chips accompanied by a hot and a mild house made salsa along with a tomato salsa. Our party ordered Margarita's including a strawberry, mango and my favorite the Cadillac. All of the above set the stage for their incredible fajita choices. Between the four of us we had two chicken and two shrimp fajitas. We could easily got by with one order of each. The picture below shows them firing up the portable grill to add sizzle to the shrimp and chicken. The overall lunch was a highlight of our trip to this point. El Brujo usually has people lined up to get in as the evening progresses so it is a nice surprise to find it much quieter in the afternoon. I am sure we will continue to include El Brujo in our itinerary during any trips to Puerto Vallarta.

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    Keith L.

    Wow El Brujo came recommended to us by our hotel and it did NOT disappoint. This modest restaurant is situated a little bit farther from the more touristy areas like the Malecon, but it's worth the short trip to enjoy their rich Mexican cuisine. The main dish here was the shrimp fajitas, and it's probably the best I've ever had. The intensity of shrimp flavour clearly shows they've used only quality ingredients in preparing this dish, and it is marinated and flavoured with so many incredible spices and herbs that made my tastebuds sing with every bite. They finish the fajita with a bit of tequila to flambe the dish tableside, which just amps up the flavours here. All this was served with fresh hot tortillas that perfectly complement every bit of the dish. If you do choose to come to El Brujo, you must get this dish! They also served us some complimentary chips and salsa, and we ordered a ceviche tostada per person but it was nothing to write home about. Our waiter was very friendly and we just brief chitchat and learned more about what made the fajitas so delicious.

    C P.

    We were in PV for only four nights but after one night at El Brujo, we needed to go again. Both nights we had Rafael (?) as our server and it was obvious that he loved his job. Never have we seen someone so happy, pleasant, and so attentive. The food was wonderful as well. I had the chicken fajitas both times and they were the best I have ever had. This wonderful place is away from the touristy areas and a hidden gem. I hope this business thrives because it is one of the best dining experiences we have had in PV. Thank you!

    Santa Cruz

    Great food! The service was phenomenal. Rafa was our server and he's just a gem! Everybody was helpful and gracious. The seafood on the menu are amazing!

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    Neil A.

    Such good food. The beef and shrimp fajitas with guac was amazing. The waiters were so happy and funny, honestly

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    Maria S.

    A guy at the hotel I'm staying at recommended this place. I wasn't crazy about how dark it is but the food made up for it. I ordered a limeade. It's about $2 USD and comes in a big glass. They serve complimentary chips and pico de gallo. The music playing was from the Dominican Juan Luis Guerra. I didn't try the pico because it looked like it was loaded with jalapeños. I'm not a big eater so ordered the fried cheese with shrimp. It's like a taco and served with a delicious salsa. I loved it. The tortilla tasted homemade. I hope I get the chance to return during this trip.

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    An established restaurant for many years. Service is polite. Credit cards. Full bar. Known for their seafood.

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    Food was fine, not great. We were the only ones in the restaurant. Over-priced. Not worth a special trip, but ok

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    The food was so delicious, and the service by Luis, Efren and Rafael was impeccable.

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    Pancho's Takos - Al pastor This plate is sooo loaded we had to quickly plan our strategy to tackle it!

    Pancho's Takos

    4.6(1.3k reviews)
    0.8 km
    $

    Simple and Delicious Tacos Be prepared to wait, line forms…read moreto the right and moves quickly. Study the menu before you are seated- it's long with many choices. Taco Al Pastor is the favorite and worth the hype Seating is tight, servers want to move tables quickly Order less than you think you can eat, always the option to order more, but Take Away is NOT permitted Prices are fair for the quality of food.

    Charcoal fired al pastor tacos are my new obsession, and Pancho's delivers the most overstuffed…read morestreet sized tacos I have ever seen. These things are too big to eat straight. You have to pluck a third of the meat with your fingers just to get the tortilla to structurally hold. There is always a line. On a random Tuesday it stretched down the street long before the door opened. I waited twenty five minutes at four in the afternoon for a seat inside. No to go orders, no doggy bags. You eat what you order and leave behind your self respect. The dining room is packed tighter than a turtle's pecker. A dozen staff members move around each other like bees tending the hive, the rhythm wild and relentless. The tacos themselves are intimidatingly large, the vibe unlike anything I have ever seen. Come for the al pastor, and come hungry. If you cannot finish, no option exists but to weep over the abandoned morsels.

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    Pancho's Takos - Al Pastor - the star of the show! Beware! It is very loaded! I can usually eat 6-8 tacos, and I can only eat 4 of these!

    Al Pastor - the star of the show! Beware! It is very loaded! I can usually eat 6-8 tacos, and I can only eat 4 of these!

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    Al pastor

    Sonorita

    Sonorita

    4.6(273 reviews)
    0.7 km

    Our new favorite taco joint. We went there, were seated right away. Service was good and fast…read more We ordered the casa fundido with Al Pastor on top. It's thicker, more cheesy than what I've ever had before and very delicious. We paired that with the prime rib tacos, it was a plate stacked with meat and 4 tortillas under it, more than we could eat. The seasoning was great, it was diced so small that it was easy to eat. I got a virgin strawberry margarita, the wife got a coke. It was very affordable.

    Having researched a few traditional spots that serve authentic tacos in Zona Romantica, this place…read moreconsistently came up with good reviews and this place did not disappoint. Vegans are easy please. Give them clear marked options, even if there is one option, we are pleased. This place had a few clearly marked options plus the staff was fully aware and can provide suggestions. The only downside it is a cash only place. Guacamole and chips - fantastic. The guacamole freshly prepared and chips fresh fried. Amazing. The 3 types of vegan tacos we got were vegan chorizo, mushrooms and cactus (trying for the fist time). The vegan chorizo was the best, slightly spicy but not overly. The poblano peppers were predictable but very good. The onions with it were a good addition. Nicely seasoned and prepared. The cactus was good, we found that it was less seasoned. Just stir fried cactus. The star of all the three types tacos was the fresh blue corn tacos. We could have those everyday. The other superb tasting was the salsas and fresh toppings. 4 types of salsas, white onions and cilantro. The salsa were of varying different levels of heat and even the mildest salsa was the best. The virgin margarita and virgin mojito were great. Margarita being slightly better even though we love mint. Good atmosphere, clean surrounding and great service and vegan food - what more can one ask?

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    Tintoque - Appetizer three of three

    Tintoque

    4.7(243 reviews)
    0.2 km
    $$$$

    On par with any Michelin star restaurant. Hands down my favorite restaurant I have ever been to…read more Their tasting menu is out of this world. Pair it with the wine, however be careful. They have an ever changing tasting menu that caters to the season in which it is in. None of the items are bad. A restaurant like this would be several hundreds of dollars if you visited in the states. The service is beyond kind and understanding with the language barrier. If the weather is nice I highly recommend sitting outside along the river. It's incredibly romantic. Please visit this restaurant if you are reading this. You won't regret it!

    Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 What a wonderful way to end our PV vacation. After spending 6 glorious days relaxing and eating our way through the city, we decided to have a special meal for our last night. And what an impeccable meal it was. We decided to do the tasting menu with the standard wine pairing and we are so happy we did. We were taken through a journey of amazing flavors, textures, food stories, and visuals. Each dish and glass of wine was described by our server with such detail I could not wait to dive right in. The wonderful reviews for Tintoque are absolutely validated and we highly recommend this fantastic restaurant.

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    Tintoque - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24
 
 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    Tintoque - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24
 
 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

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    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/6/24 Snapper tostada, queso fresco

    El Brujo Vallarta - mexican - Updated June 2026

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