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    La Madalena

    4.5 (383 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndMexican, Seafood, Steakhouses
    Open 1:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Stephanie S.

    La Madalena is a beautiful, high-class steakhouse located in the Central Hotel Zone in Puerto Vallarta. The space is absolutely beautiful and the service is even better. I came in alone on a Thursday night at around 8 pm with no reservation and was lucky to be able to be seated at a high top table for two adjacent to the bar. I would definitely suggest getting a reservation as I quickly saw the dining room fill-up. The waitstaff was incredibly attentive and kind. Upon sitting, I was greeted by my server, a tableside bartender, and a manager who explained everything. I was given the wine and cocktail lists and quickly made a selection based on the bartenders recommendation. He prepared my drink right in front of me and had a whole beautiful cart set-up. I got a tequila cocktail that was sweet and tart at the same time. It was really tasty. Next, I was given the food menu and my waiter came by to see if I had any question. I also received complimentary chips and salsa service. The chips were fresh and different than most I've tried. I think they may have been baked instead of fried. They also give you three different salsas that range from mild, medium, and hot. The medium was a creamy garlic sauce that was very tasty and unlike anything I've ever seen at a Mexican restaurant. My waiter also came by to present some of their seafood specials and to tell me about their beef. Again, a beautiful presentation and if I was with others, or more hungry, I would have gotten the large shrimp dish. The seafood and meat looked very fresh. Unfortunately, I was not feeling well, which only progressed throughout the meal. I ended up just getting the tuna tartare app to start, but I couldn't finish it and decided to end my meal earlier than expected. The tartare was tasty. It had a habanero-mango salsa that was kind of spicy to me. It also had watermelon and mango pieces, which really balanced everything. The best part about the service is that the waitstaff is never too far away if you need anything, but they aren't a bother. When I needed to go, my waiter gathered the remainder of my meal and gave me some fresh tortillas. My bill was $50, which wasn't too bad for a cocktail, sparkling water bottle, and honestly an entree sized app of tuna tartare. I'm sad I was unable to enjoy more, but would def recommend this place to anyone visiting PVR.

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    Dee W.

    Nice place for dinner amazing filet and everyone's dinner was great!!! We all loved the live music everything about this place was classy. The waitstaff offered excellent service, I would definitely recommend!!

    Wagyu tomahawk
    Angiee L.

    Best food & service I've ever experienced! We came here with a group of 12 people and everything was PERFECT. The restaurant is a Tulum/ Toca Madera & Rosa Negra kind of vibe. There is valet parking which is convenient if you have a driver they can wait in the valet parking area. **warning if you have heels with a thin stiletto it WILL get stuck in between the platforms of the restaurant. The restaurants floor is wood platforms/deck style with tons of cracks for your heel to go through so make sure you wear a chunky heel or flat** Now we had a private room to the left corner of the restaurant this experience was absolutely phenomenal. We had a private bartender & waiter and they were all spot on with everything. The bartender made the drinks right in front of you as a nice show & EVERYTHING here turns out to be a show hahaha. I ordered the LimonCello and it's the best drink I've had in my life! There mixologist is so amazing came out perfect every time. Now for food we went all out & did it family style, we ordered there: king crab legs, Nigerian prawns, sashimi, tuna & queso funedo for appetizers. For dinner we ordered the porter house, Wagyu slices & two Wagyu tomahawks and they were all cooked to perfection. It was a group of 12 so we had it cooked till medium rare and then they put hot stones in the middle for you to finish searing your steak how you liked. The two tomahawks come with a side of asparagus, mashed potatoes and then they also keep the fat from the tomahawk and fry it up to make chicharron and serve it with guacamole and tortillas. We did order and overly excessive amount of food continually and our waiter was ALWAYS on top of it and always making sure we had our drinks filled with water and served everyone's food when something new came. Do yourself a favor and book this restaurant. Everything is top tier, service, food, ambiance & quality of food. Best place in puerto Vallarta!

    Brooke M.

    My cousin recommended this restaurant and I had the most incredible time here! After an entree and two bottles of wine including tip the total came to just $50 a piece for the 4 of us which was shocking. Jose our server was fun and the most amazing guy!! Thanks Jose for making the night super special! I loved the ambiance, with dance music playing, the plants, beautiful decor it is definitely a place I highly recommend to check out over here!! I ordered a pasta dish with shrimp and it was delicious!!

    Mezcal Old Fashioned
    Bryan F.

    Really great steakhouse ! Service was amazing ! Everything was delicious! We made reservations prior to our trip and everything went smoothly. They have a live DJ playing tunes as you eat, so the vibe was right. The steaks were amazing and so were the sides. We were so hungry that I couldn't snap more pictures. But I would definitely recommend coming.

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    Cyara P.

    Amazing! Should be a Michelin star! The food was fresh fast and delicious! The service fantastic! Quick and attentive! Attention to detail made this birthday experience memorable. The coconut drink was great branding. We had the cornbread cake and fought over the leftovers . Mocktails were cleverly served and designed. Everything about this restaurant is exceptional. It's lively with a DJ playing great upbeat latin music. Great for parties and adult groups . Make reservations because this place is a hot spot.

    Lorie D.

    Delicious food, beautiful location. Can walk from the ship port if not too hot, it's about a mile. Or grab a taxi right off the ship. You can pay with credit card, pesos or cash. Will for sure come back here on next cruise to PV!

    Amanda M.

    Celebrated our birthday dinner here and it did not disappoint. From arrival, to seating, to drinks, to service - everything from start to finish was amazing. For 5 people, I think we spent just under $17,000 pesos. Steaks were flavorful, truffle fries weren't as good - all I tasted was parm cheese on top, but the mash, asparagus, and Brussels sprouts were all fire. Drinks - amazing, refreshing, and dangerous. Lol. The entire experience was a win in my book! You're paying not just for the food, but the quality, the attention to detail, the spaced and of course the service.

    Denise S.

    Service 110%!!! From the moment you walk in to leaving asking for 1st name. Drinks made at table, steaks cut at table and more.

    David C.

    El ambiente es bien padre. La comida espectacular con una variedad de fusión moderna con productos de la más alta calidad. Hay música house con un dj y las decoraciones están bellas. Nuestro mesero fernando fue todo un profesional y conoció MUY bien todos los platos. También el micológico hizo unos tragos muy sabrosos y bien balanceados Precios razonable pero mucho más caro que restaurantes regionales

    A mocktail
    Kimia P.

    This place is absolutely amazing. First, the atmosphere is so great with the decor. Secondly, the service is some of the best I've ever seen. They have someone watching at all times to make sure you don't need anything or to take a plate away. The staff also speak good English which made communication easy. Lastly, the food is the best part of the whole restaurant. Although it's a bit pricy it's 100% worth it. Everything we ordered came with a great presentation including drinks, sides, and mains. I would recommend ordering any of the red meats, don't bother with seafood. We ordered beef tenderloin and a rib eye cap, with both being tender, perfectly seasoned, and actually cooked.

    Complimentary salsas and tortillas.
    Megan H.

    Angel gave 5 star service from beginning to end! Ambience is fun and trendy. The DJ was playing great house music. The salmon and wagyu are a must have! Food continues to be 5/5! Highly recommend!

    Dan A.

    When you go to this restaurant you don't go for dinner, you go to have an experience. The service staff runs like a well oiled machine. They support each other and if you don't like something, they will fix it! They have a table side cocktail service and final meal prep.

    "no tenía mucha sal" y fue nuestra culpa

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    Fabuloso! Excellent customer service is an understatement. The food and presentation of each plate is an art in itself. Food was delicious

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    Costume service was amazing, the food was delicious. The restaurant atmosphere was beautiful and chill. I would definitely come back again.

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    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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    I went to Barcelona Tapas each time I visit Puerto Vallarta. I made reservations for 6:30, so I…read morecould experience the sunset. It did not disappoint. It is outdoor seating. I was placed by the glass for the view. (It can be requested, but not expected.) The martinis were great. I got the fried goat cheese and the ham & chicken croquettes. My party of 3 went to just me, so that was enough. It would have been nice to try some other things, but it was my last night in PV and what I got was satisfying. Live music was playing throughout my evening. First, just a guitarist and then, 2 others joined him. Great vibe and wonderful food. Just right for my last night.

    This was my favorite place in Puerto Vallarta! The view, the ambience, the service, the food, they…read morehave it all here! We came here as a party of 4 for my friend's 40th birthday around 6:30 and caught the most amazing sunset. They had a professional photographer take a complimentary photo for us. The service was impeccable, so welcoming and sweet! All of our dishes were so good. We ordered: octopus, seafood croquette, egg potato, potatoes brava, asparagus, white sangria. The octopus was so tender (maybe the best octopus dish that I've had) and the seafood croquette just melts in your mouth. There was not a dish that I did not like. For dessert we got the orange flan which was so yummy and delightful. and the chocolate lava cake. The sunset view was gorgeous! And the price was very reasonable - we got drinks, dinner and dessert, and the total came out to be $44 per person. I hope to be back!

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