We really love korean food so when we heard that Seoul taco was opening a korean bbq place we…read morecouldn't wait to try it out. We got there around 5 on a Saturday expecting to have a long wait, but walked in and was sat right away. The Seoul Q place is actually attached to the Seoul taco place, but is separated by a wall so you can't really see the other side while you are eating. We started off with some seafood Korean pancakes and potstickers with a Hite beer. The Hite beer is Korean and pretty light. Similar to a Bud light. Then we ordered two beef bulgogis, 1 pork bulgogi and some Kalbi (short ribs). The Kalbi and pork we got as a bbq option where they cook it on the table. The pork and beef bulgogi was really good, but I don't think we would order the Kalbi again. It was just ok, and not nearly as much meat as the other dishes. Of course our meal came with all the side dishes, rice and soup we have come to expect at Korean places. Overall pretty good food and what we ordered (4 meat dishes) was enough to make our party of five completely stuffed, to the point we had to walk around the Loop afterwards to burn some of it off. Took off 1 star bc it is a little more pricey than other Korean bbq options in Stl, but otherwise really enjoyed it and will definitely return again!

This lovely restaurant is inside the Hotel Solar de la Ánimas. It is centrally located in the heart…read moreof the main square of Tequila and it was a truly wonderful experience. We were tired from a long day of travel and our brains were working a little slow. Our server were kind, patient, and offered suggestions but not in an overly pushy kind of way. And the items they suggested were not the MOST expensive on the menu. Our server asked us what we were in the mood for and suggested some dishes for us to share. She was spot on. We started with queso fundido with Spanish sausages and some guacamole with chips. For mains we had the Torta Haogada () and Carne en su Jugo () (traditional tequila beef stew). Both were EXACTLY what we needed after a long travel day. Now the best part, the original and handmade margaritas. . They have a whole variety of specialty margaritas and my little Puerto Rican went a flutter when I saw they had a margarita with guayaba puree. They also had one with Higo flower which is sweet and delicious. Both margaritas were AMAZING. I can't wait to go back and try some more of the food and the drinks.

This restaurant is impressive as soon as you walk in. Greeted by the hostess and the staff…read moreimmediately. Beautiful scenery throughout. The food was nothing less than exquisite. The carne en su jugo was rich and flavorful. The mole manchamanteles left me speechless. It was such complex flavors that reminded me of Asian cuisine. Let's just say I left that plate spotless. Highly recommended.

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.

Thirty five years in the game and Pepe's runs like a well oiled machine. The dining room is its own…read moreecosystem, a natural choreography of service where everything flows without friction. Out front, the trompo spins over charcoal fire, hand turned, on display to the street. The man at the blade is a performer, part craftsman, part showman. He hones his knife between razor thin shavings of al pastor, then in a reflexive flourish nips the pineapple crowning the meat, sending a sliver flying only to catch it with a tortilla. It is theater, but it is also instinct. Inside, the crowd looks like the United Nations. A tour group from India next to a Dutch family with half a dozen kids in tow, the Canadians eye the Americans with deserved suspicion, and a few locals whose plates are piled high while tourists settle for modest portions. It is the natural order of things, and nobody complains. The charcoal scent in the meat makes clear this is al pastor's intended preparation. I have never had the pleasure of eating from a coal fired trompo before, and it is instantly apparent that this is the way it was meant to be. Someday, somehow, I will rig one of these up, because I need this in my life. Pepe's is not just a taco shop. It is a master class in tradition, theater, and flavor, with a dining room that feels like the world gathered around one spit.

Yelp Family!!! My apologies for being so MIA. But your boy is back!!…read more With a bomb restaurant recommendation for anyone who happens to be in Sayulita, Nayarit! El Itacate!!! WOW!!! This place is straight fire!! DELICIOUS tacos!! There is not one person who should be giving this restaurant less than five stars. NOBODY! Or I'll take it personally! If you're looking for the BEST and most creative tacos in Sayulita, look no further! Chicken, pork, shrimp, fish, octopus, beef, steak, vegetarian tacos.. you name it, they have it! Something for everyone! Located in downtown Sayulita on Av. Revolución, El Itacate is the perfect lunch spot for large groups! I was with a group of six and really enjoyed how spacious and comfortable it was. The setup is half indoor/ half outdoor, allowing for a lot of seating flexibility. In fact, I noticed a bachelorette party of fourteen seated out front! However, given this was Mexico in October, it was a hot, humid, muggy day. And thus my group and I opted to sit in the inside "half" of El Itacate. Although not fully indoors, having the shade and fans "blasting" towards us made my group feel that much more comfortable and ready to order! And speaking of ordering, I love how creative El Itacate is with their menu. It's plastered right by the entrance in large, bold lettering! Making things VERY easy with no true "menus" required! I loved the creativity and ease in which my friends and I were able to order our lunch! Another thing I love about El Itacate are how generous they are with their SALSAS and Guacamole! Each taco order comes with five "salsas" and a load of limes. Of the three liquid salsas, one was creamy tomatillo based, another smoky chipotle, and the third "spicy tomato." Or at least that's the best way I can describe it lol. The two solid salsas were diced red onions with cilantro and sliced white onions with habanero mixed in. I loved all five salsas equally! They were all spectacular and flavorful, but if I had to pick a favorite it would be the smoky chipotle. The guacamole was absolutely incredible as well. I love how in Mexico when you order guacamole it comes in large, generous quantities! Here in the U.S. restaurants are ridiculously cheap with their guac portions!! And as anyone who follows my reviews knows- being cheap is immoral! So stop that! Lol My only small gripe is I felt the chips were a little "stale," but we also came for lunch at kind of a weird time of the day (like 2pm?) So maybe if we had arrived earlier the chips would've tasted more fresh? Ultimately I was starving after a morning and early afternoon of playing soccer on the beach, so I opted for three tacos (could've had four but dinner was only a few hours away ha!) I opted for arrachera (skirt steak), shrimp, and mahi mahi. Each taco was relatively big and DELICIOUS!! Extremely flavorful and creative. You could also tell the tortillas were made from scratch, which I loved. The mahi mahi and shrimp were both extremely fresh tasting. And while I loved all three, if I had to choose a favorite taco I'd go with arrachera. The steak was seasoned perfectly with just the right amount of char to go with tenderness. And with tons of salsa and guacamole to add to these tacos, I was sad when the meal was over. Overall I absolutely loved the vibe of this spot. It's the perfect taco place for anyone looking for a great lunch! The ambiance is fantastic with the modern "look," fresh paint job, and inside/ outside setup. I also want to thank staff for giving me an El Itacate sticker to bring back for my wife! (She collects stickers). Free of charge too!! If you're in the area you MUST go. I wouldn't steer you wrong. A+++++

Was looking for a highly rated place to eat a quick, late lunch while visiting Sayulita for the…read moreday, and El Itacate popped up as a good option. It's located on a busy street without much of a view, so if you're looking for an oceanfront ambiance, this isn't the place. But if you're looking for decent tacos with big portions and fair prices, it's worth a stop. Would I go out of my way to eat here? No. But the food was freshly prepared in an open kitchen, it tasted good, and the free salsas and toppings (including killer grilled onions and very spicy salsas - even the mild knocked me out) provided with every entree were high quality. We ordered guacamole and chips to start, and it was pretty good. They serve those heavily oiled and thick chips that aren't my favorite, but the salsa had a nice flavor and chunks of jalapenos and tomatoes. Wanting to sample several items, we got 4 different tacos: steak, chicken, poblano pepper, and shrimp. The best was the pepper taco, followed by the chicken (which was all white breast meat). The steak was good, but the shrimp was really bad. The seasoning was very unpleasant on the shrimp, so I'd recommend skipping that one. The meat portions were very large, served on top of a dual corn tortilla. The tacos were very plain though, and they needed the added toppings and salsas. Otherwise, they'd just be piles of meat. Bonus points for three very important things: 1. the restaurant is very clean and well maintained. 2. the prices are clearly posted so you don't have to worry about the "tourist surprise" and overcharging that Sayulita is well known for. 3. there are many vegan and vegetarian options, and they are good! El Itacate doesn't serve bargain street tacos, but they're decent enough as a choice for lunch when you're in town.

most legit bites you'll have in this entire area!…read more if you arrive after 8pm on any given night, there will be a line but the wait is so worth it! must get the guacamole, tacos el pastor and the agua de jamaica is top tier and not bragged about enough, add some lime for an extra kick!! this hole in the wall is in the middle of all the bustle in zona romántica and sitting outside only adds to the experience!

If you visit Puerto Vallarta and venture into Zona Romantica for the first time, I highly recommend…read moretrying this taco stand. While the wait can be a bit unpredictable, it's usually not too long, especially during the summer. However, if you visit in the winter, it can take a while. The food here is reasonably priced and the portions are generous. The only thing that confuses me is the fruit water of the day. The cups are incredibly small, and for 30 pesos, I expected more. I've noticed that some tables have their water refilled, while others have been changed. I'm not sure if this is a policy or just a coincidence. The service is okay, but nothing extraordinary. They have a limited number of tables and don't have air conditioning, so it can get quite hot inside and outside. However, you're here to eat and go, so don't expect a sit-down experience. One important thing to note is that they only accept cash. So, make sure to bring some pesos with you.

Very happy we found this place. Off the beaten path yet again which is exactly what we target. Not…read moretouristy at all but english menus avail for those whose spanish is a little weak. The Tepache (fermented Pina jugo) is light refreshing and does what fermentation is designed to do. Excellent beverage. The mushroom soup had seaweed so that threw us off but her shrimp and my pork belly had local pinazze look to it and great flavor. We will come back next time we are in thos area.

Nice to find a place like this in la Peñita. Excellent service. Food is original and tasty…read more This place has the best bone marrow dish I have ever had, making it a must go place if you are into that.

Came here for lunch and was not disappointed. Lived up to its five star hype for San Pancho. We…read morehad the governor shrimp tacos (my favorite), the chef shrimp, tacos, and the mahi mahi plate, which was a perfect blend of sweet and savory with a banana purée.

Delicious gourmet tacos aguachilis and other specialties…read more We have to eaten here 5 times across two visits and only once fell short, rest of time fantastic

Wow what fun place to eat. All the food was great we had a party of 10 people and everyone loved…read morethe drinks, food , and vibe.

This spot was recommended by a friend, and it was the perfect stop after a night out. They have 2…read morelocations, and we went to their smaller one that's outside of the main square. The guys working were super welcoming, and they got tacos out for 4 people in minutes - maybe even seconds. Great prices on everything too. The pastor there was SO good! We thought about trying something else, but just couldn't do it because we wanted a second round of pastor tacos. Love their salsa selection too. Everything had so much flavor. We ended up going back the next night to get it one last time before heading out of town. If you are in Sayulita, you definitely need to give them a try!

Hands-down best food we had in San Pancho over 4 days. At there twice. Every type of taco or…read moretortilla was fantastic, especially brisket. They have a tick tortilla, about as tick as a thin pizza, but soft and rubbery, and it's great. Service is fast, staff is friendly. Hang out at the street side tables and enjoy!

The food was awesome!!! The service was quick! Just in time to watch the fire thrower. There's…read moreoutdoor and very little indoor seating it is a taqueria. Its prices are perfect!

Honestly I'd give it a 3.5 but since I can't and the service was lovely I'll go up. Good tacos,…read morecheap (although honestly not much cheaper than some of the smaller Bay Area taco trucks so...). Norma was very nice and everything seemed fresh.

Was told about this place from a local…read more It's away from town in residential area. Norma cooks out of her kitchen. We tried a few different tacos which were good but the best thing on the meno was the chicken soup. Best soup I have ever had!!! If you go here order the soup and horchata. I will be back next visit for sure!