*LOCAL-RUN - INEXPENSIVE TACOS* Just across from Divas…read moreTours/Taxi is a sidewalk taco stand owned and operated by one of the driver's lovely wife - Mona. Her small, inexpensive taco stand has reasonable prices and simple, delicious fare that is a great fill-up after a long day on the beach or a slow stroll in the evenings. I had 2 beef tacos and a delicious shrimp taco with a buttery grilled shrimp, an extra large bottle of cola and an endless supply of condiments and home cooked white beans in the pot for about 69 pesos or $4 USD. They also had some delicious local red drink they had me try, from some red plant - can't remember the name but it was good! Supposed to help with the digestion? They seem to be newly opened and they will soon be adding a BBQ and some nice features. They had a brand new hospital-grade hand wash station which is a welcome change for street food here. This is about as local as you can get! I had a lovely time just sitting and meeting new people and chatting with the owners. Highly recommend. Ask them which fish is fresh - it changes - I hear marlin is coming in a couple weeks - hope I'm still around to try that! Location/hours: I "think" that address is correct - but Look for the brick arches on the roof of building across from Divas and the orange handmade sign. (See Photo) I believe hours are about 6 p.m until - whenever they close I guess? Not sure about Sunday/Monday's.

You must stop here if you're in PV. It's a natural gathering spot, and it's fun to watch small…read moreboats come and go. People jump from the pier for swimming day and night. The city decorates it for holidays--these photos were part of the Day of the Dead festivities. I loved sitting on the pier, taking in all the action. It's safe and offers a welcoming atmosphere. I'll always return here when I'm in town.

I had not been to Puerto Vallarta since... well, never you mind... but this pier didn't exist back…read morethen. What a smart idea to turn a previously functional wooden pier into an iconic symbol for the city. Designed by architect José de Jesus Torres Vega, it took three years to build before opening in early 2013. The pier was meant to resemble a large sail with a circular pedestrian pathway, bench seating,, and a landing dock for tour boats. This was a great way to start our inevitable walk on the Malecon. RELATED - Exploring Puerto Vallarta? Here's my collection of places l've visited and reviewed: https:// yelp.to/885-_-FY7

That fresh caught fish that is drenched in garlic butter and lime juice then cooked on an open…read moregrill (wood) BBQ shrimp and octopus. Along with butter rice. Saw this on YouTube by Rockstar Steve.

When we arrived in the taxi we were not impressed. Long drive down a rough dirt road to the beach…read more It's a very low key place to eat so don't expect a nice indoor restaurant. But the food is delicious. I had the shrimp empanadas and they were the best I've ever had. My wife had the shrimp cooked in butter and garlic. Very tasty. We will definitely return. Oh and they were very friendly even not speaking English we were fine. They called for a taxi when we were ready to leave.

Any time I am in Puerto Vallarta with someone new, I bring them to the Signature Taco Tour with…read moreVallarta eats. This tour never disappoints, the tour guides are so knowledgeable and friendly, and the food is delicious. Each time, I have been introduced to a new eatery, as they change up the tour based on the days of the week, so even if you have taken the tour before, it will be a new experience. We also sampled delicious agua frescas to go with our tacos, which are refreshing and so delicious. Our tour guide for this trip was Tomas, who gave us all the ins and outs of eating in PV. He shared his knowledge of the regional dishes throughout Mexico, and when to eat which dishes. He was such a wonderful addition to our experience.

My family and I did the Tacos After Dark walking tour with Alberto and he was absolutely the best…read more He was friendly, knowledgeable, and took us to some seriously delicious stops. Even tried beef tongue for the first time! 10 out of 10 would recommend! Had such an awesome time my family just lived in the moment, no pictures outside of those Alberto took.

Loved it. Places like this is very familiar to me so I feel like coming home although it's my first…read morevisit. The weather was perfect warm with a light breeze. The kind people I met, the food especially seafood was worth the trip and I enjoyed experiencing some historic places and learning about the history was a lot better then being in the cold rain. Really enjoyed my time here and wouldn't mind coming back. Mel M Yelp 26:1

Puerto Vallarta as a cruise port. Much nicer than the purely tourism based cabo San Lucas. Lots…read moreof industry, tequila, and other business that don't rely on tourist dollars for survival. I've been here before and look forward to returning in the future.

Was a time I loved Puerto Vallarta so much that I foolishly bought into a resort timeshare close on…read morethe beach. It didn't turn out so well, as I learned quickly that once they had my deposit and arranged for a few stays when space was available, that I was caught up in an international scam. I managed to get some of that money back through a Mexican lawyer, but it left a bitter taste. But, that doesn't mean I didn't love this city in Jalisco State. It just taught me I could enjoy it without needing to own it. Thus comes wisdom. See, I am not much of a beach dude. I like it for a few hours while in the surf and watching the pretties run, but needed better distractions for most of the day. The City of Puerto Vallarta provided what the sand castles could not. Cobblestone streets, cantinas, ristorantes, culture galore and enough shopping to keep me walking up and down the low hills approaching the bay for days on end. My Espanol was just good enough to be understood, and partake in price negotiation with verve. I kvelled for the local seafood and fresh fruit. In fact, the fruit sauces over the grilled or fried fish caught minutes before consumption were some of the most delicious I've ever enjoyed. Balanced by a pitcher of cold margaritas (Padron & Cointreau) kept me happily buzzed and sated so that I didn't care that I was a victim of an elaborate fraud. It became another adventure story to tell whoever would listen, and buy me a drink.

Bienvenidos to the "Port of Vallarta!"…read more A beautiful city known for which culture, art, good food, incredible cocktails, kind people, tenacious tourists, vibrant views, cool statues, cobblestone streets, stroll worthy destination, the nightlife and amazing beachside resorts. From walks along the boardwalk (Malecon), to street performers, and warm inviting restaurants experience P.V. for the very first time is something I'll never forget. Bookmarking a few choice things really helped with trying some fun finds, but "getting lost" (almost impossible to do) throughout Puerto Vallarta's neighborhoods like Zona Romántica, 5 de Diciembre and Isla Cuale (tiny narrow Island filled with vendors, art, plant life and beautiful structures). One of my favorite days was our 22,000 step day we explored so much of PV, great shops, photo ops and nothing but fun. We did take a rideshare during a different excursion as well as to and from the airport, but rarely any other time. Shuttles, taxis and local trans are all accessible, renting a car can be a bit overwhelming as traffic moves at a unique place and some areas have a one way traffic flow with narrower streets that are easier to navigate for locals. Flying into Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport aka Puerto Vallarta International Airport as well as departing was a very smooth experience, even going through customs was a breeze. We enjoyed so many beautiful sunsets and sights of wildlife... Especially herons, crabs, frogs and ducks. Staying at the Blue Chairs Resort was just the right spot, not as amenity heavy as some more lavish stays, but more than enough great perks including access to beach seating, full bar, restaurant, pools, rooftop access, daily shows, great music and incredible service. Being a very LGBTQ city, enjoying a vacation with my boyfriend couldn't have been better. We've already talked about trips in the future. Trying other hotels or resorts, including sharing a larger space with friends who might want to join us. In PV there's endless possibilities. Karaoke bars, quality cigars (La Casa del Habano and El Gato Gordo only), Oxxo convenience stores galore, incredible pastries, small business clothing including zapatos, botas y mas. Absolutely grab some tacos, maybe a new tattoo and take in ever stone and path... Local futbol, parks, events, festival... I would love to attend Flower and Garden Festival, May Festival or even more more traditional gatherings like Las Posadas and Día de Muertos honoring past loved ones. A beautiful place with lots of wonders.

I had to try this once I found it on Yelp. Y'all know my obsession with açaí bowls…read more If anything, it was nice to put something healthy in my trap. Such a sweet spot here. Decor is on point. Bright colors and clean lines. Very comfortable. Service was prompt, even with the steady flow of customers. You could tell they had regulars that came in for coffee and WiFi. Our bowls were both fresh and full of flavor. Of course, we hadn't eaten all day (2pm) and shoveled it in like our lives depended on it. lol Delicious! Yelp never fails to lead us astray.

Amazing spot. Fresh food and delicious. Came here twice in 5 days for breakfast…read more - açaí purple rain - avocado toast add eggs over medium - their signature salad dressing on the side Everything was so good

My wife and I did the taco walk with Memo and it was incredible! It is our second time in Puerto…read moreVallerta and we wanted to branch out of the touristy areas more this time around to see more of the city away from the well known areas. This was perfect and we felt like we got to get a way better feel of what the city is actually like. Also, all the tacos were delicious! Highly recommend!

It was our first time in PV and Vallarta 101 was recommended by many on Reddit. I am so glad I…read morebooked memo for our taco walk 101. We had the opportunity to try tacos that are eaten during the day more so in the morning. He was knowledgeable of the area and his personality added that extra touch. We loved it so much we booked a breakfast tour along with an evening taco tour. By the end of our trip we felt as if Memo is part of our family. We loved everywhere he took us. We loved it so much that we returned on separate days to eat more of the tacos and food he introduced us to. You know he is well known and liked when everywhere we went people would stop to greet him and he remembered each and everyone. We wish him the best success in his endeavors and we can't wait to go back to PV and book his other tours.

This places service was great! The pizza was extremely fresh, we got the Mexicana pizza which was…read morefuego! And we also got a salad. The ambiance is wonderful like a pizza spot. They also have some good meats that look great, but I didn't try.

Forgot to get a picture, it was so good! Thin crust and wood fired, I cannot recommend this place…read moreenough. This is my favorite style of pizza (Neopolitan) and one of the tastiest pizzas I've had. Service was also fantastic! Very nice staff and right off the plaza/close to the beach. I ate half my pizza there and will be eating the other half on the beach with a Modelo. Gracias!

I think I have to agree with some reviews here. There are better options for Italian food around…read moreSayulita. Pricey and very OK quality. It seems fancy until you get the food. I had their gnocchi and was pretty tasteless. The sauce was weird and very watery. Nice ambiance, but pretty empty. I should have wondered why. Now I know. Except those things, service was warm and friendly. That's all.

As Sayulita transitions from a sleepy surf town to a trendy tourist mecca, big city restauranteuers…read moreare making their way here. Increasingly, they bring big city attitude and behavior which is in direct contrast with the local business people and restaurant operators. One such case is Leda. We have enjoyed numerous meals at Leda in the 4 years that it has been open. Last night was the last. In a sheer display of audacity, the restaurant would not provide a wine list, instead suggesting that its list changes rapidly. I am ok w that. Where my problem lies is that when asked if we wanted Cabernet, Pinot, etc., the waiter directed us to a particular ($13 retail) Italian wine. Without sharing the price, and frankly, me not asking the price, I went on trust that my selection would be a reasonably priced wine ($40-$60). Anything higher I would have expected a confirming comment from the waiter. No such thing. After enjoying a wonderful dinner and 2 bottles of wine, I was shocked to see that the 2 bottles of wine cost more than the multicourse meal for 6. I was shocked and felt violated. Certainly I share some of the blame for not asking but going back to my opening comment, the owner (from LA) is just looking to gouge his transient guests. I did approach the owner and he was dismissive and non accommodating, rather suggesting it was my fault and apologizing for not training his staff well. Enjoy dinner here at your own risk. I am not the first to write a review like this. My suggestion is to enjoy a meal at one of the many local operators. They love having you and are in it for the long haul. I have cancelled my reservation for 10 next week at Leda.