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    Los Molcajetes

    3.3 (30 reviews)
    Open • 1:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Los Molcajjetes!
    Nolan L.

    On our first day in Mexico while walking around to check out the neighborhood be stumbled upon Los Molcajetes. This was our first taste of Mexico and it did not disappoint. The tacos were so tasty. They also had a toppings bar full of not only salsas but radishes, onions, cilantro and so much more. The staff were all super friendly and attentive. The seating was covered but open air which was perfect for the weather. They are also a dog friendly restaurant. I've seen a few Los Molcajetes around Puerto Vallarta since then. If you're hungry for some good tacos I highly recommend them.

    Molcajete
    Marlene A.

    This place was very good. Ordered the tacos, not pictured because I was super hungry and we shared the molcajete. I would say they could've had the cheese on the outside instead of it being mixed in. But otherwise everything was really good.

    Closed restaurant even on the sign said open until 11pm
    Robert F.

    Walked all the way here because it says it's open and it is closed, neighbor said that they have very random times to open and close, so don't risk it like us.

    Chicken and beef tacos.
    Shawn T.

    Wonderful place! Service was quick and responsive. We all got different types of tacos. On both occasions we had great portions. Everything was fresh and tasty. Will be back again.

    The molcajete with veggies and triple meat. Sauce was so tasty and food was served hot. Great tortillas.
    Noe C.

    Very nice restaurant, we were walking by Pancho's Tacos but as expected there was a line but we were nervous about eating tacos Al pastor since we got sick in CDMX due the meat not being fully cooked. So we walked past the Taco place and found Los Molcajetes. The seating area inside was large, tables were clean and the staff was attentive to the new customers sitting. A few bushy plants here and there so we moved tables twice to find a comfy one as there are fans too and wearing contacts that's not fun. We ordered two cocktails, a Paloma and a Margarita. Both were good, nothing crazy, subtle and came quick. Ordered a quesadilla with mixed meat. Tortilla was good but the ingredients were bland. Def skip the quesadilla is not your expected cheesy bite. Not a lot of flavor sadly. We then ordered a molcajete traditional. It was yummy, with a spicy salsa mole like and a mixture of meats. Came in boiling hot so food was def cooked well. It was so good we ordered one more and a michelada. Go for the main, molcajete left us happy and full. Def get your own, skip the apps unless you're eating tacos for dinner. They looked good as a guy accross the table ordered like 5. Molcajete is a must. Chicken was soft, chorizo crispy and steak tasty and medium. Mortar came in hot and there was a condiment station were you can grab any extra sides you need to custom make your tacos. There was a singer playing music, very nice talent in PV. Our waiter was very polite, friendly, and attentive to his guests. Overall I wish I went again for dinner as I ventured in PV. Some other places were good some bad and some meh. This one stood out well and I certainly recommend if you are looking for a filling dinner with comprehensive prices and seating.

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    Nothing special. The agua fresca (guava) was good. They were a bit slow with the food. Being outside seating by a parking lot wasn't great.

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    “We tried the pastor tacos which had fresh pineapple on top, arrachera quesadilla which was so tender, and a bean taco which was complimentary.”

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    Tacón de Marlin - Tacon with Shrimp and Smoked Marlin

    Tacón de Marlin

    4.6(169 reviews)
    0.7 km
    •$

    We stopped here right after the airport, ive been dying to try Marlin tacos for awhile. The space…read moreitself is small for larger groups (we had 12) but actually the staff accomidated us SO well! The menu is pretty small, but each thing we had was delicious. It was a great way to start off our trip!

    CASH ONLY! As you exit the Puerta Vallarta airport, go…read moreoutside and turn left and proceed to walk over the pedestrian bridge to the other side of the highway. From there the taxis and Ubers are much cheaper and Tacon de Marlin is waiting there to feed you. This "famous" hole in the wall type restaurant is at the foot of the pedestrian bridge and has two smallish indoor dining rooms. CASH ONLY! I ordered the marlin burrito for $155 mxn. First to arrive was a small bowl of salad without the lettuce. It was cut veggies slathered in a sauce and was quite good. About 10 minutes later the burrito appeared. It was halved and large in size. Taste wise it was very good made with fresh Marlin (a PV specialty). Along with a generous amount of fish it also had lettuce and tomato and I enjoyed it. If you are arriving or departing near a meal time, this is a very good choice to grab a bite and is far better than you will find inside the airport. CASH ONLY! P.S. Tacon de Marlin has a second location located in the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood too.

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    Tacón de Marlin - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/08/24

    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/08/24

    Tacón de Marlin - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/08/24
 
 Salad, Pickled Vegetables

    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/08/24 Salad, Pickled Vegetables

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    Pepe's Taco - Carne asada

    Pepe's Taco

    4.6(621 reviews)
    6.1 km
    •$

    A must-visit in Puerto Vallarta! Some people at the club we were at recommend Pepe's…read more A large group (bachelorette party x bachelor party combined) trekked over here at 3am and it was 1. cash-only and 2. very hot!! At first, we panicked, but we persisted. The tacos were delicious and the service was attentive. Bathrooms were not clean, but you don't go there for the bathroom. The al pastor were fresh, juicy, tender, and delicious. Great flavor and lots of spice.

    There are places that simply serve food--and then there are places that become part of your story…read more Pepe's Tacos is exactly that for me. Having come here since I was 10 years old, this iconic taquería isn't just a local favorite--it's a timeless institution that continues to define what truly exceptional tacos should be. Since 1987, Pepe's has built a reputation that extends far beyond Puerto Vallarta, and one visit is all it takes to understand why. The star of the show--their legendary tacos al pastor--is nothing short of extraordinary. The pork is expertly marinated and cooked to perfection, resulting in meat that is incredibly juicy, tender, and bursting with deep, savory flavor. Each slice is carved with precision and layered onto warm tortillas, creating a perfect foundation for what comes next. What truly elevates these tacos is the balance of toppings. The sweetness of the pineapple and the sharpness of the fresh onions cut through the richness of the meat beautifully, enhancing every bite with contrast and complexity. It's a masterclass in simplicity done right--every ingredient playing its role to perfection. Beyond the food, the experience itself is just as memorable. The service is impressively fast and efficient, especially considering how popular this spot is, and there's an undeniable energy in the air that makes it feel alive at all hours. It's the kind of place you can count on for a late-night bite, where the atmosphere is casual, vibrant, and always welcoming. Pepe's Tacos isn't about reinvention or trend--it's about consistency, tradition, and delivering excellence time and time again. Decades later, it still holds its place as one of the best taco spots in Puerto Vallarta, and for good reason. Some things never change--and when they're this good, they absolutely shouldn't.

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    @endoedibles on Instagram 10/11/24

    Pepe's Taco - Al pastor! Killed 21 of these and 3 carne asada for 3 people!

    Al pastor! Killed 21 of these and 3 carne asada for 3 people!

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    Cebollitas Asada - delicioso

    Mariscos Ocho Tostadas - @endoedibles on Instagram 10/09/2024
 
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    Mariscos Ocho Tostadas

    4.4(110 reviews)
    0.6 km
    •$$

    Forget the marina strip gloss. This is where the real PV flavor lives. The fried snapper came…read morewhole, head on, skin blistered crisp, flesh tender and sweet, laid out with house salsa, two sides, and corn tortillas that made every bite feel like a ritual. Best meal I had in Puerto Vallarta, no contest. This is not a tourist trap. It is a locals joint, and you feel it the second you walk in. No pretense, just immediate welcome, like you have been coming here for years. And then the kicker: eight bottles of hot sauce lined up like a tasting flight. That is not garnish, that is a flex. I grinned like a kid in a candy store, dialing in heat levels bite by bite. If you want polished resort dining, stay on the strip. If you want the kind of seafood that makes you remember why you travel, whole fish, fire, salsa, and a table that feels like it belongs to you, Mariscos 8 Tostada is the move. Grab a cold beer, order the snapper, line up the sauces, and prove you belong.

    Great service, great homey ambiance and such fresh fish. My favorite was the fried fish, that…read morewasn't over fried like some places. And there was a tangy green sauce with it that was amazing. My brother loved the sashimi and the salad was full of fresh seafood. The guava desert was also pretty good, not too sweet. Would definitely recommend this place.

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    Mariscos Ocho Tostadas - Fried snapper

    Fried snapper

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    Sonorita

    Sonorita

    4.6(276 reviews)
    7.7 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.

    I was honestly surprised to see this place rated so highly because our experience was pretty…read moredisappointing. We ordered the ribeye, al pastor, and chorizo tacos. The ribeye had so much fat that we had to pick through it just to eat it. The al pastor was very average - I've had much better at plenty of other taco spots. The biggest disappointment was the chorizo. It wasn't traditional chorizo at all; it looked and tasted more like chopped-up hot dogs. We barely touched it because it wasn't what we ordered expecting, and it just wasn't good. The presentation also wasn't appealing. The meat was simply piled on top of two tortillas, making everything messy and difficult to eat. They were also pretty stingy with the grilled jalapeños. The salsas didn't do the food any favors either. None of them really stood out, and the green guacamole salsa actually tasted like it had gone bad, so we stopped eating it. Service was attentive, but almost too attentive. Staff kept coming by every few minutes to ask if we were finished or if we needed anything. While I appreciate good service, it made us feel like we were being rushed through our meal instead of being able to enjoy it at our own pace. Overall, I don't understand the high ratings based on our experience. With so many amazing taco spots in Puerto Vallarta, this one didn't come close to meeting the hype. Unfortunately, we won't be coming back.

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    Sonorita - Cool atmosphere

    Cool atmosphere

    Sonorita - Their salsas are legit

    Their salsas are legit

    Sonorita - Virgin Margarita

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    Virgin Margarita

    Taqueria Don Roque

    Taqueria Don Roque

    4.9(17 reviews)
    2.4 km
    •$

    Puerto Vallarta was one of our port stops during our Mexican Riviera cruise. After an excursion we…read moredecided to walk around the town to find a local taco restaurant when we stumbled upon Taquitos Roque on a little corner. It smelled delicious. We kept walking just to see what else there was when we decided to go back and check this little spot out. Boy an I glad we did. They have room for either indoor or patio seating and because of such beautiful weather we decided on the patio. From the moment we walked in I noticed two ladies in the from making tortillas from scratch. I already knew we were in for a treat with homemade tortillas. I went with one carne asada taco, one al pastor, and one rib(costillas) tacos with cheese. Wow the flavors were spectacular and then they had three different salsas you could top it with as well as some pico de gallo. They were the best street/homemade tacos I've ever had. The salsas were also very well made and had great flavor. If you're on the fence of doing a taco with cheese I highly recommend it. It gave it just a little a extra flavor and delicious experience lol. Check them out for some amazing tacos in Puerto Vallarta. The service is quick and the staff is very friendly.

    Ambiance: Divey and casual. Traditional taqueria style…read more Cleanliness: The outdoor patio is well cleaned despite constant turn over. Taste: Amazing flavour! I am not a fan of chorizo and tried it here and loved it. It is not greasy at all and cooked to perfection. My favourite was the steak tacos - so tender! Service: Great and friendly service. Overall: What can I say? This is the 2nd time I visited in 3 days. I just can't stay away. Español: Ambiente: alegre e informal. Estilo taquería tradicional. Limpieza: El patio exterior está bien limpio a pesar de la constante renovación. Sabor: ¡Sabor increíble! No soy fanático del chorizo, lo probé aquí y me encantó. No es nada grasoso y está cocinado a la perfección. Mi favorito eran los tacos de carne, ¡qué tiernos! Servicio: Excelente y amable servicio. En general: ¿Qué puedo decir? Esta es la segunda vez que visito en 3 días. Simplemente no puedo mantenerme alejado.

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    Taqueria Don Roque
    Taqueria Don Roque

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    Los Molcajetes - tacos - Updated September 2026

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