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    El Santo Taco

    4.3 (66 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating

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    Jack G.

    Very nice ambiance and tasty tacos. Prices typical for tacos in the area. The accompanying sauces were quite good, but I was disappointed that no chips were provided (as I've become accustomed to from the other good taco restaurants I've been to). Overall, it is on a par with the other good taco places here. Service was ok.

    The salsas were YUM! Mild, medium, and picanteee!
    Kay J.

    So good, we came *back* twice! Service was superb. The tacos tasted like the perfect authentic street tacos we were looking for. The spicy virgin margarita that I ordered was mind blowing. The amazing bartender Lesly made it and I couldn't believe how good she made it. Please see the photo. It's a really pretty joint with outdoor seating that has a massive roof cover so you're not being rained on, since it really pours down here. See videos ;) The thunder sounds are so amazing and the heavy rain on the roof is just so comforting for some reason, especially while you're eating such comfort foods. We tried the asada, el pastor, and shrimp tacos. The asada was out of this world, the shrimp was really really delicious, and the pastor tacos were okay. Highly recommend the asada! I was super pleased on my first visit. The second visit was great too, but not as mind blowing. I believe someone else made my drink and it wasn't the same, I think Lesly really SLAYED that drink my first time there. She knows what she's doing. The asada tacos had much more fat on the second visit, I mean I was literally picking all the fat pieces off my tacos, they were way too much. But other than that, awesome everything. Lesly was AMAZING both visits, so tentative, friendly, and really went out of her way checking on us and making sure we were okay. The two waiters were also great and tentative. They were two young boys, I believe Jorge and Javier maybe? Anyhow, check out the pictures and try not to drool over your device ;)

    Billie E.

    I wish I could give this place 5 stars or even 3. I hate giving bad reviews. Im sure they are trying, because no restaurant wants negative comments, but this was not good. There were 11 of us, so in their defense, we were a lot. They only have a small pizza oven and everyone wanted pizza. We were not prepared for their inability to serves us in a timely manner. We arrived at 7:40pm and all meals were finally delivered just after 9. 2 pizzas were badly burnt. I ordered Tacos Pastor and was disappointed. They just didnt have the flavor that I've found in other establishments around Puerto Vallarta. I hope we just hit on a bad night. The staff was friendly and I honestly believe they were doing the best they could. The prices were decent, but they were definitely off, as a team.

    Tasha M.

    Loved the food here! The atmosphere was in a very nice spacious courtyard. The waitstaff doesn't speak much English but I loved that. After all we were in Mexico. My husband and I can get around pretty good with the Spanish we do know. The chicken tortilla soup was one of the top three things I tastes while in PV. Absolutely stunning. So good I am inspired at home and making it tomorrow. The tacos, salsas, tostadas all amazing. The prices are right and the atmosphere is great. Can not wait to return on our next visit.

    Tacos: 22,00-50,00MXP
    Paul V.

    El Santo Taco has among the very best atmospheres among PVR taco shops, and they have good tacos to boot. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? Really tough to beat the vibe and service at El Santo Taco. I'll put it this way - of course if I brought my entire family to PVR I'd want to take them to the likes of Pancho's or Pepe's, but I can't picture my mom or young nieces being willing to wait in line or sit among smoke coming off of the pit. El Santo Taco is comfortable for a date or even if grandma is with you on account of the abundant comfortable seating and the upscale but not pretentious atmosphere. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? There's a wide range of prices for El Santo Taco from 22,00 MXP for the pastor to 50,00 MXP for the shrimp pastor tacos. That's a tiny bit more than what you'll pay elsewhere, but the tacos come with a heap of chips and salsas and are medium sized, so it's all good value. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? These were good tacos. The best I've had? No, but the meats themselves were good, the salsas amazing, and the only letdown was the weak tortillas and the somewhat smaller portions compared to say Pancho's or Sonorita. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? Certainly. Star.

    Drinks.  I don't know what it was called.  The bottom of the menu.  Tequila with several juices.  Delicious and refreshing!
    Dawn H.

    Looking for a less crowded space for tacos than Panchos, we decided to try here. Tacos were yummy. The pastor tacos were my favorite. The ambiance of this place is beautiful. The courtyard and the mural make it special. I had their house specialty drink and it was delicious, you only need one. If you are looking for excellent street tacos without the wait or rush of looking at a hungry line of people outside, this is your place!

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    Dennis N.

    This place is a hidden gem. The backyard patio is super nice, the food is great. The tortillas are great. The service is excellent. All of this comes at a decent price. Much better than some of the others in the area. All the tables were taken when I visited. When I arrived anyway so I sat at the bar and was helped by Christian which was a good decision

    Mural on the patio.

    From the front doesn't look like much but once you go to the back you will find a beautiful open space, decorated with nice art and plants. It's partially cover, this matter in rainy season. The service is outstanding, servers very attentive and polite. Food was delicious and good portions! Me and my friend were very happy with the whole dinner experience.

    Ryan A.

    Went to this place because of the amazing reviews. Unfortunately, my friends and I did not enjoy our visit. The food was not that good, once it finally came. And it took us going up to someone to check on our beverages. Great outdoor space but much better food elsewhere.

    Blanca A.

    Amazing food!! Great service and the atmosphere on a nice breezy evening was perfect !! Shrimp tacos and natural cheese quesadilla was 100!! Everything was delicious!! Recommend this awesome little spot!!

    Eric F.

    Dropped in here to escape the heat while shopping and grab a snack. Friendly, relaxing, garden dining. Excellent service and impeccable food. My wife, somewhat of a connoisseur, indicated it was the best ceviche of her life. I had shrimp tacos. Loved the presentation, loved the food, loved the cocktails.

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    Had a very good time. Very good tacos Al pastor my face. Great service, very friendly. We go there at least once when in PV.

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    Really unpleasant experience. Food quality lacking. Blaring music. Recommend that you skip this one.

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    Best tacos, quesadillas, margaritas with no line. Pastor Tacos are amazing. Great service.

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    The asada was out of this world, the shrimp was really really delicious, and the pastor tacos were okay.

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    Sonorita

    Sonorita

    4.6(274 reviews)
    0.2 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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    Sonorita - Cool atmosphere

    Cool atmosphere

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    Tacos Revolución

    Tacos Revolución

    4.4(476 reviews)
    0.2 km
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    Tacos Revolución was around the corner from my hotel, so I popped in for my last dinner in town…read more Outdoor seating was filled, but I had a table by the door which ended up being perfect because it essentially gave me a first row seat to a street performer playing classic rock tunes on guitar outside and then later a 3 piece band playing more traditional music across the street. Chips and three salsas come gratis. The pineapple habanero was a little hot for my tastebuds, but it had good flavor. The chipotle salsa was appropriately smoky and might've been my favorite. The green was more mild and fresh and also very good. I ordered three tacos: grilled shrimp, grilled fish, and the hibiscus flower and panela cheese. The waitress let me try a piece of the cheese before ordering since I'd never had panela before which I appreciated. That taco was probably my least favorite of the three- texture, not taste, but I like to try new things, so I'm glad I got it. There was a toppings bar for taco add-ons: limes, cucumbers, cabbage, onions, and cilantro. Nice to be able to customize. Very reasonable cost, good flavor, good service, good atmosphere.

    First place we ate dinner in Puerto Vallarta and everything was fine…read more First off important to note it's cash (pesos) only which was slightly annoying. Had to walk for a while to find a working ATM. Started with the guacamole which was good (although we'd had way better in the afternoon from a little cafe near our hotel). Three salsas came with the chips and were ok. The yellow pineapple one sneaks up on you and is very spicy. Ordered two tacos. Wasn't really wowed. Margarita ok. They have outdoor seating, so it's fun to people watch. Service was unmemorable.

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    Tacos Revolución - Inside from bathroom view 11/12/24

    Inside from bathroom view 11/12/24

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    Tacos Revolución - Chips and salsa and good music right outside

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    Chips and salsa and good music right outside

    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)
    0.1 km
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    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 - View from my little table

    View from my little table

    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!

    Pancho's Takos - Al pastor

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    Tuna Azul - Shrimp Ceviche

    Tuna Azul

    4.7(438 reviews)
    0.2 km
    $$

    So good we went twice! The tuna Classico, camarones cucarasha, camarones aguachile, all amazing!…read moreThe staff are very tentative and friendly, place is clean. I only took a pic of the tuna because we ate everything so fast!

    Food was fresh and tasty, I got Alfredo pasta with shrimp and the size of the shrimps were really…read moregood and juicy, service was really good as our drinks and food arrived in a timely manner. However, as me and my friends (it was 4 of us) were leaving the restaurant, our waiter chased us down claiming we did not tip enough. Here's a note from my friend detailing more of what happened: "It was 150 pesos which is a little more than 10% of the total. In Mexico, 10% is completely customary, especially for tourist. Locals will give even less and typically leave only about 50 pesos. I don't know if he was expecting for us to give him more just because we're used to giving 15 or even 20% at a time but I always do at least 10. If it's one of the really nice restaurants where they take care of absolutely everything then I do get more than that but this was just a normal place And I did fold the bills because I clipped it into the checkbook, so there is a chance he thought it was just 50. But to flip out and say it's not enough that he deserves more or just to take it away is crazy in my opinion." We may return, but this really turned a perfect visit into a not so great one in the end. The 3/5 is for food and service, would've been 5/5 had we not been stopped as we were leaving for not "tipping enough".

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    Tuna Azul - Marlin quesadilla

    Marlin quesadilla

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    El Cuñado - Carne asada taco - so good!

    El Cuñado

    4.8(63 reviews)
    0.2 km

    This little taco stand sits right along the walkway that leads to the beach, and after passing by…read moreit a few times, the aroma finally pulled me in. I started with a carne asada taco... and it was so good I immediately went back and ordered an al pastor quesadilla. No regrets. They have a few tables set up if you want to sit and enjoy your food, and the service was friendly and quick. There's also a salsa station with a variety of options to dress up your tacos--I went with the salsa verde, which added a nice kick. If you find yourself walking by, do yourself a favor and stop. Simple, flavorful, and definitely worth it.

    Quite literally in the middle of the street, this stall has carved out a small oasis. An old man…read morewith an accordion plays his soul out, sorrow echoing off the buildings, while a family of five clings to an off road ATV to pick up dinner. The kids' eyes widen as the elderly lady at the griddle passes them a hunk of juicy pineapple for the ride home. I was honored to be greeted with a genuine smile and felt welcome in this little universe. Sitting there, I realized I was witnessing a slice of intimacy with the locals that most travelers never touch. Half a dozen salsas in mismatched tubs of varying sizes power this taco stand. The hunks of pastor are heavily marinated, lightly perfumed with clove and cinnamon, delicious on their own. There is no Trompo spinning the meat, there is no theater to the preparation.. just the sound of the griddle sizzling up plump morsels. And the avocado jalapeño salsa... I would eat wet cardboard with that, it is that good. The ripe pineapple ties the whole symphony together like a cherry on a sundae. If there is a place of zen in the taco world, I found it. A fleeting experience that left me with a lasting memory of one of the great dining moments of my spoiled privileged life. This is not just tacos. This is transcendence.

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    El Cuñado - Many salsas to choose from

    Many salsas to choose from

    El Cuñado - The seating area in front of the taco stand

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    The seating area in front of the taco stand

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