Came here for a bachelorette! They were great getting us a table & having quick service but the…read moredrinks were pushed hard & fast. The bathroom was massive & the attendants were so sweet. Was fun & got to celebrate with a few other bachelorettes on stage.

Of all the night clubs on Vallarta's malecon, Mandala has been my all time favorite. I had my…read morebirthday celebration couple years back. Pretty much same program at Mandala, you're lured in by outside staff with either "freebies" or deals. Never had to pay cover charge, always had great seats, views and service. Seems to be not so much action on the dance floor before 11pm, at least times we've gone. However, the music always keeps you amped and pumped. Whether it be reggaeton or hip hop, Mandala will always pull through with their upbeat sounds. There's always tons of staff throughout the club and security crew at entrance. I sometimes think staffing is way overboard and it looks more overboard when staff are huddling around congregating at their post doing nothing. Last night's experience was good. Even with our free margarita drinks, Mandala didn't capture our attention long enough but for approximately 30 minutes. We had tipped and left. We ended up going to the gay bars on the other side of town, Romantica Zone. I still recommend

We were out looking for good music in Puerto Vallarta and stumbled upon this place and had a blast!…read moreGreat music, nice drink selection, and friendly bartenders that knew what type of tequila that was smooth for our taste. Definitely will come back next time around!

We came to Kika after our wedding reception and received impeccable service. The waiters were…read moreconstantly asking if we needed drink refills, the dancers were fun and friendly, and the manager was incredibly kind and attentive. The place was clean with a fantastic sound system. I highly recommend it!

Stopped by for a few drinks because the music was loud and looked like fun…read more When I got back to the hotel I realized they added an additional $400 to my tab that was not mine! Beware!!!! Do not go here!

My friends and I went to Zoo to kick off a wild night of clubbing on the Malecon. Zoo was the first…read morespot we went to and had a blast. We got to the club around 11pm. The place wasn't quite packed yet, but it was certainly picking up steam. Zoo really leaned in on the Zoo theme especially with their animal decor and "real" gorillas, who were employees in gorilla suits. Poor guys must feel so hot in them! The women's bathroom was clean, which was a plus, but it felt small and cramped in there. My sister reserved a VIP booth and bottle service for my bachelorette party. There were 8 of us, and we sat comfortably at one end of a row of VIP booths. Our particular booth looked out to the big "ZOO" sign and a towering dance stage that you have to climb a ladder to get to. It was great for people watching, might I add. Even I ended up climbing up that stage to be a spectacle thanks to the encouragement of a gorilla. The gorilla guy was really fun and friendly, by the way. He helped me up and down the ladder to make sure I didn't fall. Between the two clubs where we got VIP bottle service, we unanimously agreed that Zoo had the better deal. We got 2 bottles of 1942 Don Julio, which were reasonably priced, and they were cheaper than the prices you would get for them back in the US. I felt like the DJ did not read the crowd as well. People were dancing to hip hop and reggaeton but simmered when dance music came on.

I've been at Vidanta for almost a week and every day I order the same; a cocktail made with Mezcal…read moreby Cesar Beas. It is spectacular the cocktail is consistently outstanding (trust me, I order it every day) and the quality is remarkable. Cesar is a great mixologist. Like I say when I find a good place, Cesar Is a keeper. Professional, calm, and great attention to detail.

¡Super divertido! La área estaba limpia y nos la pasamos super bien. The bartenders were attentive…read moreand so were the waitresses. We were sat near the Mariachi at a reserved table near the front. We were asked to order two drinks per person and that was not a problem. We had a great time!!! I recommend this place for a Sunday evening... there was a mariachi performing and several singers and performers. We really enjoyed our time here. We ordered guacamole and drinks only and all were enjoyable

CC Slaughters does not sleep!…read more Open from 2pm until 6am everyday of the week, this all day and all night party is the busiest bar + nightclub in Puerto Vallarta. The day is more mellow with food + drink specials with many people enjoying their outdoor set up with tables and chairs overlooking the street. Located across from Mr. Flamingo's they have incredible music that can be heard from both entrances, usually with a line forming out of the corner side as the night goes on. We passed through during the day, but attempted to pop in for a bit on a Friday night and the wait was just too wild... Slow moving line. The staff and security seem friendly, reasonable prices and fun decor. I've been to the CC Slaughters in Portland and was this years old when I realized they had a location in Zona Romantica - in similar fashion one side is more casual bar hang and the other is full blown nightclub with top 40 pop, latin favorites and lots of nostalgic dance throwbacks. If you're looking to dance until the sun comes up CC Slaughter - PV is the place to be. Dope DJs, drag galore, occasional go-gos, and great bartender pours. During huge event weeks like Beef Dip the party is just as much outside as it is on the end, but getting a beverage of choice might take a hot minute.

Stooped for a beer while looking around for places to go too. It was still early so half of it…read morewasn't open. I believe they have a club from the looks of it the night before. We just got a couple of beee from the bar and sat outside in the hitops table. It's also in the heart of the bar district so tons of foot traffics. Cheap beer and friendly people chatting away having a good time.

If you just want to kick back and have a drink while hanging with friends or playing pool this is a…read moregood spot. Its open nearly all the time so hang as long as you like. The staff is friendly and attentive and make sure you always have what you need. The music on jukebox ranges from older Mexican favorites to Pitbull and Black Eyed Peas hits. If you stay in or are walking through Colonia 5 de Diciembre this is a place you should check out - tell them Guera sent you! (Guera is pronounced like 'where?ah!' and means 'white girl' which is what I answer is my name whenever asked!)

To the Mensa candidates whose reviews are low because the bar doesn't accept CC or USD ---…read moreHELLLOOOOOO! You're in MEXICO. Get off your Clydesdale and realize you're traveling in someone else's country. It's not their responsibility to make sure you are pampered because you failed to research the location to which you traveled. UGH. Anyway, this bar is awesome! You go up a set of mildly janky wood stairs (don't worry, there is a railing!) up to the first floor of the bar. This is what I call the Video Bar section. They boast proudly that there isn't any WiFi so guess you better learn to socialize! There is a medium-sized bar to fill the area, bar stools on the outside railing overlooking the Malecon, and you can basically choose the music/videos you want to watch. Keep going up the stairs and you'll find yourself in the swankier live music, sofa, stripper pole section of the bar. Here is where you go to see the bands play while sitting in a somewhat comfortable sofa or on barstools, or if you prefer, take a twirl on the pole. Maybe you'll make enough pesos to go buy another insanely affordable cocktail. The owners make a point to greet you and make you feel welcome when they are at the bar, and you can't miss walking by with that cool mural on the roll-up door. Definitely go hang out here, chat with your friends, twirl the pole, and enjoy your night!

Good place to chill and rest you leg. Country music is a nice change of pace from the excessive…read moreLatin music. Drink pricing is great during happy hour. They also mix in other music in here other than country. Main thing is no Latino and pure pop or rap. Guitar background mostly.

ATTENTION !!! save yourself the time and energy with this place. They discriminate people based of…read moretheir sexuality and weight. I went in a group of friends and had a formal reservation made days in advance. I had even spoke to their manager Hiram Flores (administrator for all Strana related business). There is a bouncer or front door greeter who has very short hair , is a thicker Mexican man who is about 45-50 years old , he's a rude and a total scumbag to say the least. Our group is very generous and we're planning on buying bottle service anyway and the heavier man at the door did not care. We were a group of decent people traveling from the US who were up to dress code and had money to spend. The club is just an accommodating to young kids and snobby locals. Save time and go somewhere else , there are plenty of nice place to go around the area , mandala is a great club to go to ! Spanish version: ¡¡¡ATENCIÓN!!! Ahórrate el tiempo y la energía con este lugar. Discriminan a las personas por su sexualidad y peso. Fui con un grupo de amigos y me hicieron una reserva formal con días de antelación. Incluso había hablado con su gerente Hiram Flores (administrador de todos los negocios relacionados con Strana). Hay un portero o recepcionista de la puerta principal que tiene el pelo muy corto, es un hombre mexicano más grueso que tiene entre 45 y 50 años, es grosero y un completo cabrón, por decir lo menos. Nuestro grupo es muy generoso y estamos planeando comprar el servicio de botellas de todos modos y al hombre más pesado en la puerta no le importó. El éramos un grupo de personas decentes que viajaban desde los Estados Unidos que estaban a la alto del código de vestimenta y tenían dinero para gastar. El club es solo un lugar para niños pequeños y lugareños snob. Ahorra tiempo y ve a otro lugar, hay muchos lugares agradables para ir por la zona, ¡Mandala es un gran club al que ir!

Yuck - don't bother with Strana. Take your business to Mandala instead. Had a much better time. If…read moreI could give zero reviews for Strana, I would. Scammers and con artists. Customer service 0/10. Ambiance is mediocre. Drinks and bottles are a scam. Full of underage kids. Do not go here! You've been warned.

GO HERE. IT'S LIT. My friends and I randomly wandered in and it was the best experience. The staff…read morewas so welcoming and accommodating, including a squid game themed birthday celebration. Drinks were delicious, I would definitely come back here again.

My girlfriend and I had no issue in getting into this club on a busy Saturday night. If you're…read morelooking for loud and a good variety of music, I'd recommend Bar Morelos. The music is loud enough for a club, but there really is no main dance area. There's a few lounge sofas but those are reserved for bottle service and mainly everyone just danced around where they could which was cool to see. I really liked the interior of the bar/club and was really vibing along to the music. There was no cover charge. And one tip that I didn't think through upon bar hopping in Puerto Vallarta is if you do not have your ID with you, the bars will not take or charge your credit or debit card. This was a rule I encountered in a few other bars as well so don't be like me and take your ID or plenty of cash to pay.

We've passed by this bar a few times, enroute to our hotel, mostly during the evening. It's usually…read morebustling with people inside and out. You'll find people engaged in all sorts of activities ....eating, drinking, dancing, and socializing. Andale is the place to have a great time. Today, for some reason, the restaurants and bars on the street seemed less crowded. It was a Wednesday night when we finally stepped foot into Andale's. We ordered margaritas, shots of anejo tequila, and a beverage; we had already had dinner elsewhere. The DJ was playing a mix of 90s R&B, reggaeton, country, and pop music, and the whistle blowing from the staff added to the lively and exciting atmosphere. I must admit, though, the loud whistle blowing now and then annoyed me, I managed to drown it out somehow. If you plan to visit Andale, expect fun and lively atmosphere with plenty of staff ready to serve you.

During our cruise stop in Puerto Vallarta, we decided to have lunch at Andale's Restaurant & Bar…read more The main reason was to try their well-known Chile en Nogada and experience a local restaurant while we were in port. The restaurant itself was pleasant. Service was friendly, the atmosphere was lively, and it was a comfortable place to sit down, relax, and enjoy a meal. For visitors spending a few hours in town, it's an easy and convenient option. That said, after the meal, I felt the restaurant's biggest strengths were its location and atmosphere rather than the food itself. I specifically ordered the Chile en Nogada, which is considered one of their signature dishes. Presentation was beautiful: a large poblano pepper covered in a rich walnut sauce and topped with pomegranate seeds. It certainly looked impressive when it arrived at the table. The flavor, however, was not what I expected. The pepper was very soft and mild, with no heat at all. The filling combined meat, fruit, and spices, giving it a noticeable sweetness. The walnut sauce was thick, creamy, and nutty, but also surprisingly sweet. When everything came together in one bite, I tasted sweetness, savoriness, nuttiness, and the flavor of the pepper all at once. I can appreciate the complexity and understand why this dish is considered a traditional classic, but personally I struggled with the combination. As the meal went on, the sweetness became more prominent, and the dish started to feel like something caught between an entrée and a dessert. It wasn't bad--it just wasn't something I would order again. We also tried a few other Mexican dishes during the meal. They were perfectly acceptable, but nothing really stood out. The overall food quality felt average: not disappointing, but not memorable either. Throughout the meal, I couldn't shake the feeling that this was a restaurant designed primarily for visitors. The menu, atmosphere, and clientele all felt very tourist-oriented. For travelers looking for a convenient and comfortable place to eat, that may be exactly what they're looking for. But for those hoping to discover exceptional Mexican cuisine, I think there are probably better options in Puerto Vallarta.