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    Porto Bello

    4.5 (80 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Open • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Papardelle Ragú
    Alexa K.

    Even though this is a classic spot for my family, the papardelle ragú is NOT it. Perhaps it is just not my cup of tea, but the rest of my family's meals were good. I hope I can come back to try something that I might enjoy more...

    Shrimp with white wine sauce
    Shannon M.

    We found Porto Bello just walking around the Puerto Vallarta marina. The restaurant from the board walk looked upscale and inviting. They were not busy when we arrived. We tend to eat earlier than most people. The food was spectacular! We both enjoyed a shrimp dish. The meal is served with warm bread and fresh butter. The shrimp was fresh. You can always ask for bottled water with your meals. We realized eating fresh food there is no need for salt and pepper. We didn't use any for any of our meals. The service was spectacular and the view of the marina and the yachts offered a pleasant and dreamy view. We recommended this restaurant to many people we met at the resort. We will be back the next time we are in PV.

    Andy L.

    Food here was excellent and the service was great too. The waitstaff was very attentive. Had a reservation and showed up about 30 min early but was still seated right away. Place was almost full but still had some seating left that slowly filled up as we dined. The green chili sauce that came with the complimentary bread was excellent! Had just the right amount of spicyness to it. We also got the marinara risotti, another excellent dish, they don't skimp on the seafood, very fresh and abundant. Same with the tricolore con pollo rose, the sauce was excellent. The fried calamari was also very well done. Not too oily and had the right amount of crunch to it! Our family greatly enjoyed this experience. Came to around $70 usd, so not a cheap eat in Mexico by any means, but a good change from the daily mexican diet we've been having!

    Valeria A.

    The atmosphere. Waiter's and food was amazing. The fresh bread was buttery and sprinkled with peppers was delicious. I tuna was so fresh and the mussels were so creamy I had them add some shaved Parmesan. The Staff was amazing and extremely tentative. They really took great care of me and my family.

    Osso Bucco with mushroom risotto.
    Mina E.

    Lovely dinner. We had cesar salad to begin with and shared an Osso buco , accompanied with mushroom risotto. It was so good that my husband and I have decided this we will be our dish. We ended the evening with an Italian hot coffee with choice of whipped cream or ice cream we decided on the latter . Oh I had a bottle of Pinot Grigio and my hubby had Aussie Shiraz . Great service and what a beautiful view of our marina.

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    Deb P.

    Wonderful service and the food was fabulous. Much better than hotel options ! We enjoyed a nice bottle of wine with the tri color pasta and a steak. Very good! The location is amazing and the service even better!

    Tricolore Pollo Rosé
    Oliver D.

    Located in the middle of the Marina, with a great view of the water. The atmosphere is great in the evening hours. I ordered the tricolore Pollo Rosé which was outstanding. Great flavor with perfectly cooked pasta and chicken. The service was great and quick even though the restaurant was full. We did not have reservations but they were able to seat us quickly. I suggest to make reservations as it does fill up in the evenings. I would go back to try other items on the menu. *** Das Restaurant ist in der Mitte vom Yachthaven mit einer guten Sicht aufs Wasser. Die Atmosphäre am Abend ist ausgezeichnet. Ich bestellte tricolore Pollo Rosé, welches sehr lecker war. Die Nudeln und das Poulet waren perfekt zubereitet. Der Service war schnell und gut bei vollem Haus. Wir hatten keine Reservierung, aber wir bekamen trotzdem gleich einen der letzten Tische. Ich schlage vor eine Reservierung zu machen da es schnell voll ist. Ich komme bestimmt wieder um andere Gerichte zu probieren.

    Eggplant
    Melissa K.

    This was recommended and didn't disappoint. I started with a Caesar salad which could have well served a table of 4 (but the rest is in the mini fridge!!). Had the eggplant "parmigiana " For a main course and ended with a delicious and rich tiramisu. The service was attentive and professional without being annoying. The wine selection and view was spectacular!! I can't wait to come back to Porto Bello

    Adriana S.

    This is one of our favorites restaurants to go to when we visit Puerto Vallarta. Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere and view of the Marina. I had the Penne alla Putanesca and my husband had the Costata di Manzo (Rib Eye). Both dishes were delicious. The rib eye was perfectly cooked. We want to thank Jaime and Jhonatan for their amazing service and for making our dining experience very special. We highly recommend anyone in the area to try this restaurant.

    Try the Casa Madero merlot
    Tracy H.

    Had a romantic dinner. Try the chocolate crepes. Started with the Brushetta. Pasta was excellent Service was great

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    They have the best risotto I have ever had. Great food. Great service too. It is the best Italian restaurant I've been to in PV

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    Amazing food and staff. Ambiance is nice and relaxing. The food in Mexico has a lot of flavor.

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    Food was great and good portion. The service was excellent and the ambiance fitting for the marina

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    The service and. Food was amazing! I'd definitely recommend. The ambiance was amazing, close to the water. 10/10 reccomend.

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    Impeccably clean and delicious food. Slow due to the pandemic. The staff was attentive and friendly. Great job!

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    A good spot for breakfast and dinner. A little on the pricey side, but everything in the Marina is pricey these days.

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    La Cappella - No te pierdas la experiencia culinaria que La Cappella tiene para ofrecer/Don't miss the culinary experience that La Cappella has to offer

    La Cappella

    4.7(310 reviews)
    6.7 km
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    This place is a hidden gem tucked away on the hill behind the church in the Centro area. If you…read moredint know, you would probably walk right by it. Pro tip: Make your reservation about 30 minutes before sunset. You'll have just enough time to order a glass of wine and watch the sunset while taking some incredible photos overlooking the water. The wine list is excellent and pairs perfectly with the menu. The cocktails, however, are the one miss for me. Now let's talk comida (look it up kids) You're probably going to think I've lost my mind, but you have to order the lasagna. I know what you're thinking: "Who let this guy be Yelp Elite?" Hear me out - just trust the process. It is hands-down one of the best dishes on the menu and completely changed my expectations of what to order here. If you're craving seafood, the lobster is a very close second. It's cooked perfectly in a garlic-infused butter and served with mashed potatoes. On paper it sounds like an unusual pairing, but one bite in and it all makes sense. La Cappella is a refreshing change of pace from the taco scene in Puerto Vallarta. Between the romantic setting (there's at least two violin players), the sunset views, the fantastic wine selection, and a meal you'll be talking about afterward, it's absolutely worth the reservation. Remember: don't skip the lasagna! Cheers!

    I would have to say that La Cappella is one of the most romantic restaurants in Puerto Vallarta…read more Tucked away in the hills behind the main church, La Cappella delivers an immediate "wow" factor the moment you walk in. The setting, the atmosphere, and especially the views make this much more than just a place to have dinner--it's an experience. We started with cocktails. I ordered a traditional Old Fashioned made with Maker's Mark. It was made perfectly, although I would have liked to see a better selection of bourbons. Maker's Mark was the best bourbon available, but fortunately, they made a very good Old Fashioned with it. My wife ordered one of their specialty cocktails, the Maracuyá, made with tequila, passion fruit, lime juice, and agave syrup. It was refreshing and a perfect cocktail for a warm evening. We started dinner with their namesake salad. It was a generous portion--large enough to be a meal on its own--and our wonderful waiter wisely suggested that we split it. It came with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, apples, pineapple, carrots, walnuts, and goat cheese, topped with a passion-fruit vinaigrette. After a hot day in the sun, it was incredibly refreshing. For my main course, I ordered the ossobuco, a slow-roasted pork leg with a Marsala wine reduction served over mushroom risotto with vegetables. The pork was absolutely delicious--falling-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor. My wife chose the grilled octopus. The flavor was very good, but I would have preferred the slippery skin to have been removed before cooking. It was tasty, but the extra work required to eat it would probably make me choose something else on our next visit. But honestly, the ambience is what makes La Cappella truly special. We arrived about 30 minutes before sunset and watched the sun slowly dip below the horizon while a live violinist played along with recorded music. Sitting there with my wife, watching the sunset and listening to the violinist, was simply amazing. It's hard to imagine a more romantic setting anywhere in Puerto Vallarta. The interior is elegant, formal, and exceptionally well kept, while the overall atmosphere feels special without being stuffy. We wound up, ordering an after dinner, drink, in lieu of dessert, but moved out to the high top patio to get a better view of the city. I highly recommend La Cappella for a special occasion, anniversary, date night, or simply a romantic evening with someone you love. The food is excellent, the setting is spectacular, and the experience is one you'll remember.

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