Followed the good reviews to Puerto Cafe, and they didn't steer us wrong! The workers were nice and…read morepatient with us. There is not a lot of seating, but we were able to snag a table. A large group might have a little trouble, but you can always take items to go and sit along the waterfront. I got a latte, which was delicious. Strong espresso flavor and just the right amount of milk. The daily quiche was a good breakfast and a nice alternative to have instead of just pastries. We will definitely stop there again for any future PV trips.

Charming cafe with high quality offerings…read more Loved our latte and quiche. Both high quality and filling. Would definitely return. Only con is that seating is very limited, so I wouldn't bet on getting a table unless you're okay with sitting at the bar.

The moment we found out that this place has vegan churros by default we knew we had to go. Very few…read moreplaces deserve 5 stars, this was a no brainer. First default vegan churros. Clearly marked vegan options. Staff aware of what is vegan and what can be made. The vibe inside is clean and really good. The service was really great. And the best part food and beverages - there is nothing we could find that was off. The mini churros were freshly made and came to us within a minute after that. The two vegan dips - peanut butter and strawberry jelly went so well together. The family tells me the condensed milk was very good as well. The Canadiano (black) was amongst the best we have had. The brew was so smooth and tasted just perfect. No bitterness or sourness and the temperature was perfect. The vegan Iced Chai Latte with soy milk was unlike any chai latter we have had. The spices were warm and drink cold and a hint cinnamon, cardamom and cloves - OMG. We were so impressed that we came the very next day and had the same thing again.

We finally made it in for some churros. We had no idea they existed as their facade seamlessly…read moreblends in with neighboring businesses even though we've walked by numerous times. ATMOSPHERE: Cool and clean intimate cafe with a few seats. MENU: Salads, paninis, churros, cafe-style beverages and some alcohol. DESSERT: Churro Cup Choose a gelato flavor and topping. I opted for vanilla which went well with the generous amount of mini churros piled on top and declined a topping. The churros had good, creamy flavor, but were a bit too firm for my liking either due to their thinness or simply overcooked. SERVICE: Excellent. Very welcoming and friendly with follow up in between. TIP: Closed on Tuesday's; hours are 1p - 9:50p. OVERALL: Nice variety of churro combinations.

At first glance, Calmate Cafe doesn't look especially impressive, and it's somewhat inflated,…read moretourist-driven ratings may give one pause. True to its name -- Spanish slang for "calm down" or "take it easy" or even "chill out" it is a straightforward cafe with slightly elevated prices and genuinely excellent customer service. That service, more than anything else, is what drives its strong reputation. The space inside is large enough to accommodate some decent sized groups, but due to the lack of ventilation I opted for their limited outdoor seating. It wasn't the most ideal situation, as a sign fell on top of my table, a stray dog was sniffing around, and the next door space was undergoing loud construction. We still made it work, due to the graciousness of the staff and their willingness to stay open past 4pm. Their iced latte ($70MXN), double espresso ($55MXN), and mambo smoothie ($110MXN) was the right thing to order at the time, but nothing too out of the ordinary. The latte had a good amount of milk in it, so much to the point that I was unsure about any coffee. This place is cash only and the lack of additional IVA tax charges came as a nice surprise. When I'm back in PV, I'm definitely interested in trying their brunch. The chilaquiles, breakfast tacos look fabulous, though the rest of the menu seems a bit skewed toward the gringo palate. The ultra friendly staff make this place what it is, which is worthy of many future visits.

Calmate Cafe is a must-try stop for coffee or breakfast when in PV!…read more I thoroughly enjoyed the Bacon Dias Tacos. They were possibly the perfect breakfast tacos!! Crispy crunchiness from the bacon, combined with eggs, greens, and tomatoes - so much healthy goodness (well, maybe except for the bacon I needed some caffeine too and satisfied that need with a Matcha Latte with Vanilla and Almond Milk - it was delectably delicious!! When in PV, be sure to make time for Calmate Cafe! Overall rating: *****FIVE STARS***** Gluten-free rating: *****FIVE STARS*****

Before I even hit the airport to jet off to PV for a week of sun and fun, I had to find a decent…read morecoffee roastery. This shop seems to be all the rave because we did a food tour of the town and they brought us here for coffee and sweets. There's a lot to cover, so buckle up. Cigars: This was once a bustling cigar factory that rolled cigars by hand. Alas, due to recent strict tobacco laws that have made it more difficult for tobacco lovers to access the humidor, customers can no longer buy cigars upstairs. The shop can still sell cigars, but you cannot smoke here or anywhere in town. This is a bummer, but it is not the shop's fault. Coffee: When we visited for the foodie tour, they made a delicious coffee for us to try, and it was exceptionally good. I went back and bought whole beans for home, and sadly, that coffee is mid at best. Chocolate: Wonderful selection of chocolates and each one we tried was better than the previous bite. I became obsessed with the coconut truffles, and I could eat those all day long. Handmade deliciousness with so many options to choose from. Service: Exceptional service and friendly staff make this a must-visit on your trip. Three of my favorite things in the world are offered up here and the service is good, it's a really cool spot to chill and break up your walking and to enjoy some good stuff.

during a one week trip to PV I became a regular here lol. ended up going here for coffee/breakfast…read morefor three of my days there after having it recommended to me by a local when i was actually trying to find another coffee shop which is apparently no longer (now it's a beautiful little art gallery!) there coffee is so good, and the breakfast options are 10/10. I recommend trying their chilaquiles, but if you're wanting something on the lighter side the fruit + granola and honey is a great size portion. - they also have a nice selection of bakery items on display! friendly service, and they have some cool shirts (i definitely bought one) - overall a great place to spend some time alone with a book or chat with a friend. very glad i stumbled upon this gem :)

Came here for the ginger coffee and was NOT disappointed! I'm not sure if it was the ginger itself…read moreor the combination of ginger and caffeine, but I felt particularly ready to take on the day after drinking this special concoction. Would absolutely recommend if you like ginger! I will have to get another one before leaving PV! On the other hand, my husband got a latte. It had too much milk compared to what he is used to, but it was still enjoyed. This place is more of a grab and go than a sit and enjoy cafe. Food options are extremely limited-I think I just saw cookies available. Still worth visiting!

Really good coffee shop in puerto Vallarta!! Drinks came out quick and I loved the seating insideread more

This review is based on the mini workshop aimed at kids…read more I'm thinking the high average rating of this place is from the actual workshops that are not the mini one tailored to kids. The workshop advertises itself as a place to "make chocolate"; I guess I interpreted this a little too literally. The workshop consisted of literally pouring melted chocolate into molds and then adding some toppings like nuts or sprinkles to it. While this was very fun for my daughter who is a toddler, I felt ripped off for this experience. Furthermore, that you aren't even provided enough chocolate to complete your molds is a little disappointing in my opinion. Others in my group seemed to agree. The chocolate itself is very pricy, especially for the quality. It was more expensive than the pricier bars I've seen at Whole Foods. However, if you go to the botanical gardens, this chocolate is sold there but for about 25% more than what is in the shop. It also would have been nice to have had dark chocolate as an option for the experience. I think just having one type (milk chocolate) is an easy way for choco museum to improve. While our host was friendly and informative, it felt like a stretch to call this place a museum. I did learn stuff, but it seems you could only access the "museum" if you paid for a workshop.

We just did the Total Chocolate experience today and really enjoyed it. Great history of cocoa and…read moregot to make a variety of chocolates and tasting. I recommend it

Incredible coffee! You really should speak some Spanish to get the order right - and don't expect…read morefrilly American drinks. The pours are perfect and the roast is rich and creamy. The vanilla latte was also great, not too sweet. The espresso was perfect.

Feb 2024 update: Same great coffee at a very reasonable price by US standards. Have not been…read morehere since Pre Covid days and it was nice to see the same friendly smiling faces with their warm welcoming. This is a daily stop for us during our morning walks and is our incentive to get a few extra daily steps in. Five stars all day long!

A very cute little shop, great for purchasing gifts. Lots of cool items…read more We stopped by for a quick bite to eat. They didn't have most of the menu in stock, which was frustrating. They took a very long time to make the panini we ordered. There was one woman behind the counter and another woman writing on their sign. 10 minutes after we ordered the woman behind the counter finally asked the woman working on the sign to make the sandwiches. And then she took forever to make the sandwich. Not sure why it took so long to get it started, we were the only people in at the time of ordering. It was not a panini either, just a toasted sandwich. Also got a latte, which was decent. Not the best I've ever had, and not the worst.

Service and hospitality was excellent We ordered coffee and…read morepastry before the marina market opened. WiFi friendly and cool books on display and sale. We purchased to books A very relaxing place!!

Old school. Cambridge style used bookstore cafe & art gallery across from the beautiful 'tile…read morepark'. Lovely staff that loves their jobs!

When in Puerto Vallarta, we stop here for coffee, a cookie & hopefully a book! It's got beautiful…read moreart for sale in addition to the books, drinks & baked goods. Cafe seating inside & out, with a view of the mosaic park and steps away from the malecon.

The two young women behind the counter were very pleasant and friendly…read more Ordered the Vietnamese coffee, mocha blanco and a brownie Being very familiar with Vietnamese coffee, I was surprised on how well they prepared it. I mean, it isn't much but still, turned out awesome. Bravo. I will be back.

I was craving café De olla and found this place! The coffee was premade with cinnamon and sugar so…read moreI asked him to pour it over ice! It's a cute little coffee shop so if you were in a rush and need some coffee make sure you go here!