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While strolling down the boardwalk in Puerto Vallarta with the beach just steps away, my family and I were looking for a place to grab a bite. My parents specifically wanted oysters, so when we came across Oyster Grill, it felt like the perfect spot to stop. The restaurant has a really nice atmosphere--open, airy, and with a beautiful view overlooking the beach. It's definitely not the cheapest option on the malecón, but the setting and presentation make it feel like more of an upscale experience. We started with two dozen oysters, and I was pleasantly surprised. They were on the smaller side, which I actually prefer, and they were incredibly fresh and flavorful. The Oyster Rockefeller ended up being the standout of the meal for me--rich, savory, and cooked just right. If you're an oyster fan, this is definitely the dish to try. We also ordered the shrimp ceviche. It was decent and tasted fresh, but nothing particularly memorable. Wanting something else to snack on, we asked for chips and salsa, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. Instead of a basket of chips, we got two oversized chips and some crackers, which felt a little odd and not really worth ordering. As for the service, it was okay overall. There was a bit of a language barrier at times, but the staff was polite, patient, and tried their best to make sure we had what we needed. The food took a reasonable amount of time to come out, and we never felt rushed despite the restaurant being fairly busy. All in all, Oyster Grill offered a solid dining experience with some genuinely delicious oysters and a great beachfront view. While not everything we ordered hit the mark, the highlights were good enough for me to say it's worth a visit--especially if you're craving oysters and want to enjoy them with the ocean right in front of you.
Came here with a reservation for 10 people. The ambience is great, located in the busy zona romantica right in front of the water. It was night time so we could not see the water but the breeze was nice! The restaurant is decorated nicely and they were playing great house music the entire time. We ordered two dozens of raw oysters and a dozen of grilled oysters. The raw oysters were amazing and tasted very fresh- not fishy at all! The grilled oysters lacked flavor for me especially the Rockefeller ones. For my entre I ordered the lonja de percado zarandeada and it was delicious! Perfectly cooked and so so flavorful. I also really liked the small portion but I know that this may be an issue for others. My sister ordered the charred octopus and mentioned that she thought it was too charred. Overall I think the group enjoyed this place but no one was blown away by it. Like others have mentioned, this place is a little pricey for the area. In total it came out to about $50 per person with appetizers and a round of drinks included.
I absolutely loved this restaurant. We ordered a half dozen oysters because we were somewhat skeptical, but my partner and I later agreed we should have ordered more. The BLUE CRAB TOSTADA IS TO DIE FOR! I cannot stop raving about it or thinking about it. Juicy lump crab, soft avocado, etc... The service and cocktails were great as well. Please stop by if you're in PV.
Some of the best seafood around! Great oysters and octopus, and the staff is always very friendly
This place was soooo good! It's in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. You can people watch as you eat your meal. AND, they had a dark beer! WINNING. Along with that was the amazing octopus they served with the most delicious aioli sauce. It's is also served amongst a bed of sweet potato chips. They were good too! And of course, you cannot eat at an Oyster establishment without having oysters! The lemon, garlic oysters were the best! So fresh, light and tasty! The place is open, meaning you have a fresh breeze flowing through. The only thing I did not care for (which seems to be the norm in Puerto Vallarta) is asking for a tip. There's one woman who goes around taking all payments and asked, would you like to leave a tip. Again, I'm a tipper. However, it was irritating to be constantly asked for tips. The baby octopus was the bomb tho.
Had half dozen mixed raw oysters, Peruvian ceviche, and a mojito. Wow. The oysters were fresh, crisp, and delicious. Ceviche was a great mix of sour, herbal, and salty. Mojito was refreshing. Update: went back and had another half dozen raw oysters, and half a dozen grilled. Delicious! The ribeye burger was really flavorful, the blue fin tuna ceviche fresh, and the dulce de lece was nice and rich.
By far our favorite restaurant during our 10 day trip to PV. We had dinner there twice. Good service and right on the Malecon. Our favorites are the Rockafeller Oysters and the Tuna Shishimi. Good wait staff and actually the price was very affordable.
Walked in for dinner on a Saturday with a group of 5. The service was great and all of the food was fresh and came out fast. We loved to oysters, tuna tatami, and the burger. Great place to eat and enjoy local seafood.
Went there for a late lunch. Had heard about the oysters, so needed to try them. So good! I did six of the raw and six off the cooked. The cooked ones were sautéed in butter and parsley. I always put a couple drops of Tabasco on each one. Gone in ten minutes. The bartenders were great. On my way out, I saw a couple having prawns and tuna. If I wax still seated, I would have ordered those as well. The prawns were huge! Right off the beach. Great view snd great value!
Absolutely fantastic. The view the service the food. Everything was excellent. Food is delicious and was presented creatively. Drinks were superb, high quality, premium alcohol and strong. Thank you. Highly recommended.
People say touristy, I say ambiance. The best meal we have had in a nice restaurant in a while. San Blas oysters. Smaller and sweet, served with two different flavors of vinegar. Tuna ceviche. Tried hard not to lick the bowl. Every once in awhile a chile had a little kick. The grilled red snapper served with a roasted tomato salsa was amazing. Served whole with homemade tortillas. The grilled baby octopus was tender, had nice flavor and was served with a tartar sauce and thin slices of fried sweet potatoes. A lemonade, not too sweet with a tajin like salt to complement. Right on the Malecón next to some very loud clubs. You cannot hear these inside the oyster restaurant. Out waiter spoke fluent English and was extremely professional.
My new favorite place in Puerto Vallarta, and I've been to this city many times and eaten all over. Definitely more like U.S. prices, but you absolutely get what you pay for here. It's not just the location. A beautiful, airy patio with a view of the Malecón and the ocean. I could spend all day listening to the water and people watching here. Lovely staff that's super attentive without being clingy. Great little wine menu that pairs perfectly with their food. Refreshing craft cocktails (not just your typical margarita list -- but more gin & tonics and such). Absolutely the must tries are the clams. If you like fresh, cold seafood (like oysters), get this first! The "chocolata" and "reina" are both amazing: huge live clams, chopped up and put into a delicious little bath of lemon, oil, salt and maybe something else. Super fresh-tasting and something I could eat every day (and probably will)! And nothing like I've tried elsewhere. Oysters are great of course! Raw or grilled available. Scallop and blue crab dish is also amazing if you like ceviche flavors on super fresh seafood. For a hangover, nothing better than their chicharrón though (crispy, fatty, delicious pork). Also great veggie options like grilled heart of palm. Will add once I've tried everything else ;)
Dope place to come and watch the pirate ship and fireworks from. Open concept dining with ceiling to window views all open. I was recommended to this place by a friend who visited. I enjoyed a dozen char boiled oysters and some sparking water with lime as I awaited the fireworks. Oysters were fresh and service was quick and fast. I wish I would've had time to see what else this place had to offer but I was tired from walking all day. Very conveniently located on the malećon so you can't miss it.
5 months ago
Everything is cooked over a wood fire grill. The oysters are amazing ! The grilled vegetables outstanding and the fish is delicious as well ! If you come to PV. Go here and has a beautiful view at sunset read more
We have been to La Docena in Mexico City and Guadalajara, and each time had a wonderful experience. We were really looking forward to this dinner...Unfortunately this location in PV was just not up to their standards. We had a reservation and got seated on time. The restaurant was half empty, but it still took 15 minutes for someone to greet us at the table. After ordering drinks, it took another 15 minutes to get them. The food also took painfully long. Everything we ordered was ok, but didn't have the freshness we expected. We had to flag down the server to get more drinks, which again took a long time. The server did seem very flustered, as some things were out of his control. They just really need some better training there. It was also located next to a bar that was playing extremely loud music, which really hurt the ambience. While I will happily return to their other locations, I will not be returning here. read more
8 months ago
Middling. The ambience is awesome with not much people traffic from the Malecon. The staff attentive and not overly solicitous. My second time here for lunch and late lunch. The oyster were swimming in "butter," after draining into bowl and adding lime- oil still dominant flavor. The Bluefin tuna, tostada was muddied flavor (unfortunate) and poorly presented, the crab role was dry though the mayonnaise leaked at the bottom of the mostly brioche sandwich bread & Shrimps with Chiltepin was dry and over grilled. read more
While strolling down the boardwalk in Puerto Vallarta with the beach just steps away, my family and I were looking for a place to grab a bite. My parents specifically wanted oysters, so when we came across Oyster Grill, it felt like the perfect spot to stop. The restaurant has a really nice atmosphere--open, airy, and with a beautiful view overlooking the beach. It's definitely not the cheapest option on the malecón, but the setting and presentation make it feel like more of an upscale experience. We started with two dozen oysters, and I was pleasantly surprised. They were on the smaller side, which I actually prefer, and they were incredibly fresh and flavorful. The Oyster Rockefeller ended up being the standout of the meal for me--rich, savory, and cooked just right. If you're an oyster fan, this is definitely the dish to try. We also ordered the shrimp ceviche. It was decent and tasted fresh, but nothing particularly memorable. Wanting something else to snack on, we asked for chips and salsa, which turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. Instead of a basket of chips, we got two oversized chips and some crackers, which felt a little odd and not really worth ordering. As for the service, it was okay overall. There was a bit of a language barrier at times, but the staff was polite, patient, and tried their best to make sure we had what we needed. The food took a reasonable amount of time to come out, and we never felt rushed despite the restaurant being fairly busy. All in all, Oyster Grill offered a solid dining experience with some genuinely delicious oysters and a great beachfront view. While not everything we ordered hit the mark, the highlights were good enough for me to say it's worth a visit--especially if you're craving oysters and want to enjoy them with the ocean right in front of you. read more
2 years ago
Came here with a reservation for 10 people. The ambience is great, located in the busy zona romantica right in front of the water. It was night time so we could not see the water but the breeze was nice! The restaurant is decorated nicely and they were playing great house music the entire time. We ordered two dozens of raw oysters and a dozen of grilled oysters. The raw oysters were amazing and tasted very fresh- not fishy at all! The grilled oysters lacked flavor for me especially the Rockefeller ones. For my entre I ordered the lonja de percado zarandeada and it was delicious! Perfectly cooked and so so flavorful. I also really liked the small portion but I know that this may be an issue for others. My sister ordered the charred octopus and mentioned that she thought it was too charred. Overall I think the group enjoyed this place but no one was blown away by it. Like others have mentioned, this place is a little pricey for the area. In total it came out to about $50 per person with appetizers and a round of drinks included. read more
2 years ago
I absolutely loved this restaurant. We ordered a half dozen oysters because we were somewhat skeptical, but my partner and I later agreed we should have ordered more. The BLUE CRAB TOSTADA IS TO DIE FOR! I cannot stop raving about it or thinking about it. Juicy lump crab, soft avocado, etc... The service and cocktails were great as well. Please stop by if you're in PV. read more
8 months ago
Some of the best seafood around! Great oysters and octopus, and the staff is always very friendly read more
This place was soooo good! It's in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. You can people watch as you eat your meal. AND, they had a dark beer! WINNING. Along with that was the amazing octopus they served with the most delicious aioli sauce. It's is also served amongst a bed of sweet potato chips. They were good too! And of course, you cannot eat at an Oyster establishment without having oysters! The lemon, garlic oysters were the best! So fresh, light and tasty! The place is open, meaning you have a fresh breeze flowing through. The only thing I did not care for (which seems to be the norm in Puerto Vallarta) is asking for a tip. There's one woman who goes around taking all payments and asked, would you like to leave a tip. Again, I'm a tipper. However, it was irritating to be constantly asked for tips. The baby octopus was the bomb tho. read more
9 months ago
Had half dozen mixed raw oysters, Peruvian ceviche, and a mojito. Wow. The oysters were fresh, crisp, and delicious. Ceviche was a great mix of sour, herbal, and salty. Mojito was refreshing. Update: went back and had another half dozen raw oysters, and half a dozen grilled. Delicious! The ribeye burger was really flavorful, the blue fin tuna ceviche fresh, and the dulce de lece was nice and rich. read more
2 years ago
By far our favorite restaurant during our 10 day trip to PV. We had dinner there twice. Good service and right on the Malecon. Our favorites are the Rockafeller Oysters and the Tuna Shishimi. Good wait staff and actually the price was very affordable. read more
2 years ago
Walked in for dinner on a Saturday with a group of 5. The service was great and all of the food was fresh and came out fast. We loved to oysters, tuna tatami, and the burger. Great place to eat and enjoy local seafood. read more
Went there for a late lunch. Had heard about the oysters, so needed to try them. So good! I did six of the raw and six off the cooked. The cooked ones were sautéed in butter and parsley. I always put a couple drops of Tabasco on each one. Gone in ten minutes. The bartenders were great. On my way out, I saw a couple having prawns and tuna. If I wax still seated, I would have ordered those as well. The prawns were huge! Right off the beach. Great view snd great value! read more
3 years ago
Absolutely fantastic. The view the service the food. Everything was excellent. Food is delicious and was presented creatively. Drinks were superb, high quality, premium alcohol and strong. Thank you. Highly recommended. read more
2 years ago
People say touristy, I say ambiance. The best meal we have had in a nice restaurant in a while. San Blas oysters. Smaller and sweet, served with two different flavors of vinegar. Tuna ceviche. Tried hard not to lick the bowl. Every once in awhile a chile had a little kick. The grilled red snapper served with a roasted tomato salsa was amazing. Served whole with homemade tortillas. The grilled baby octopus was tender, had nice flavor and was served with a tartar sauce and thin slices of fried sweet potatoes. A lemonade, not too sweet with a tajin like salt to complement. Right on the Malecón next to some very loud clubs. You cannot hear these inside the oyster restaurant. Out waiter spoke fluent English and was extremely professional. read more
6 years ago
My new favorite place in Puerto Vallarta, and I've been to this city many times and eaten all over. Definitely more like U.S. prices, but you absolutely get what you pay for here. It's not just the location. A beautiful, airy patio with a view of the Malecón and the ocean. I could spend all day listening to the water and people watching here. Lovely staff that's super attentive without being clingy. Great little wine menu that pairs perfectly with their food. Refreshing craft cocktails (not just your typical margarita list -- but more gin & tonics and such). Absolutely the must tries are the clams. If you like fresh, cold seafood (like oysters), get this first! The "chocolata" and "reina" are both amazing: huge live clams, chopped up and put into a delicious little bath of lemon, oil, salt and maybe something else. Super fresh-tasting and something I could eat every day (and probably will)! And nothing like I've tried elsewhere. Oysters are great of course! Raw or grilled available. Scallop and blue crab dish is also amazing if you like ceviche flavors on super fresh seafood. For a hangover, nothing better than their chicharrón though (crispy, fatty, delicious pork). Also great veggie options like grilled heart of palm. Will add once I've tried everything else ;) read more
Dope place to come and watch the pirate ship and fireworks from. Open concept dining with ceiling to window views all open. I was recommended to this place by a friend who visited. I enjoyed a dozen char boiled oysters and some sparking water with lime as I awaited the fireworks. Oysters were fresh and service was quick and fast. I wish I would've had time to see what else this place had to offer but I was tired from walking all day. Very conveniently located on the malećon so you can't miss it. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Delicious food! Great variety, quality, ambience, and view. The cappuchino, americano, and soda mate were excellent. read more
Good oysters and cold beers! The service is excellent, super nice staff. The restaurant is clean. They are still currently implementing wearing a mask from the door to the table (just an fyi it's 3/22). The view from the inside is great, what you come to PV for! I would recommend trying the oysters and a beer or two over looking the ocean in old town. read more
3 years ago
It's a bit expensive for puerto vallarta . The whole meal is like 2000 pesos. But the food is pretty good! For the raw oysters, small ones are fishy but the big one is sweet and creamy! And the grilled oyster. Obsessed. Artichoke and the octopus ceviche is just okay tho. No much and flavor to eat for the artichoke. And ceviche sauce is a bit too salty. 4/5 for these two dishes. The decor is really cool ! Open space and full ocean view. Will be a nice place to have early dinner, enjoy sunset and food at the same time. read more
Tourist trap! DO NOT TRUST THE PAID REVIEWS We went for oysters. The presentation was very nice however the oysters were warm and smelled of rot and fish ( a tell tale sign they were old). We had ONE each and spit it out. Rancid. Also they were ALL unattached from their shells Which is also a sign they have been preserved and or served from a can and placed on a shell which is quite common in PV. When we sent the oysters back the rude waitress threatened us that if we did not pay for them she would send the security detail after us. She then insisted we eat them and started to get very flustered and yelled "THESE ARE FINE AND YOU WILL PAY FOR THEM" I started to record her which caused her stormed off. So unprofessional. read more
4 years ago
WOW!! Everything is so fresh, and full of flavor.. I wish we had more restaurant like this in California! We stopped by this restaurant on 02/20/22. We shared many plates, and everything was delicious. We ordered the Tuna entree and it was paired with a teriyaki sauce and cauliflower purée, we were doubting the pairings but everything complimented the tuna so well. We loved the sweet potato shavings that were served with the pulpo, but the Aguachile de Camarón was our FAVORITE. The service was excellent, the restaurant is well staffed and the staff quickly remove your dishes as you finish. Drinks were great! Next time that we are in PV, we will be back! read more
Fantastic ambience. This restaurant is beautiful with an open kitchen concept. Seafood is fresh! Best calamari I ever had. So tender, plump and juicy. Oyster shooters are made with Tito's Vodka only $2 USD. MUST VISIT! read more
Had a night out with some friends so we got a big table. This crew is ready to serve! We were well-taken care of from start to finish! We tasted a bottle of wine that had turned and they quickly found a replacement. They even refilled our wine glasses as they emptied. The food was delicious with generous portions. The fries were crispy and served in a cone so they stayed hot! The fish was fresh, the steak was tender. The ambient pleasant modern music was at a decent volume level so we could talk and still tap our feet. We'll be back! read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Pet friendly restaurant with amazing food, vast alcohol selection and a view. The tuna tar tar should be ordered. 5 stars for that alone. I wasn't going to go for it until my server recommended it. Wow. Fresh and plenty! But I still ordered two. The oysters are very fresh. I highly recommend trying them. They have a great selection of wine, tequila, and mezcal. In fact it was my first time trying mezcal here. I must say what sets this place apart is their service. The people are very friendly and happy to help you out. Go visit and enjoy! read more
4 years ago
Some of the best seafood I have EVER had! Came in with a party of 6. Ordered a dozen oysters as an app, we had 2 orders of the 1/2 kilo shrimp, the baby octopus, po'boys, etc, and everything was 5/5. The servers are extremely attentive. Food was of high quality and I was shocked to see them cooking everything on a charcoal grill! You don't see that so often. Maybe that's why the flavor in everything was so wonderful. The location of this restaurant is prime. Right next to the main boulevard, and has great views of the water. If you're looking for a terrific seafood experience in the heart of the city, this is your spot! read more
5 years ago
Super convenient location along the main drag of a popular boardwalk in an open-air setting with views of the ocean and the bustling outdoor ambiance. Food and drinks were amazing and fulfilling with excellent staff serving them. Very reasonable prices too. read more
Back again! Love the food and I will say this time the service was slower than usual.. I don't get it feel like it's the same story this moth at other place as well. Any way, oysters are fresh they are "centro" priced but very fresh and delicious don't mind paying these prices when it's this good and fresh. Ordered the Lonja De Pescado Sarandiada and I loved it! This place is clean and the food is great! read more
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We had some grilled oysters, a couple of tostadas and drinks Everything fantastic reasonably priced with awesome location Update, ate here twice in 4 days, the grilled shrimp "azul" was fantastic We will visit their soon to be location in Tulum this summer read more
3 years ago
We had a great lunch. Oysters were out of this world! Stone crab was good too. The dessert, was unbelievable!! read more
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48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
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