So I was walking down the street and I noticed this bar called Apache's. It's a really cute little…read morebar with outside and indoor seating. The design inside is amazing, and the atmosphere is great. It's fun and colorful. The guy who was working was amazing. I had a great conversation with him, and they also have a great happy hour. The drinks were good. I had a blast. The music was great. Overall, I had an amazing time there. That was my last night in Puerto Vallarta.

After dinner, we took a stroll around town, nearby our hotel. Wasn't quite feeling clubbing on…read morecalle Lázaro Cardenas. We peaked inside this hole-the-wall bar. Martini and cocktails signage caught our eye and so we stayed. Two or so hours, three dirty martinis, tequila shot and a glass of mineral water later, we found our new small spot. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Chairs and tables were available. The ceiling fans were on full blast. Lots of action inside and outside bar. It appeared patrons that came to Apaches were more on the mature and calmer side. Not so obnoxious as with other nearby bars. Special thank you shout out to Daniel, our server. We also had the pleasure of meeting co-owner Ricardo....personable, fun-loving and welcoming. Overall, we had a great time! We plan to return to Apaches on our next visit to Vallarta Hi guys, Madonna says hola (from San Diego)

This is not easy to find. way up away from the water. it a strange little neighborhood, which I…read morewould avoid after dark. but once you are there, you are family. it's a big bar, but don't count on a great bathroom, it is weak at best... And the roof is open in one section, when it rains the gutters pour into the corner and down the square drain area. a strange program but creates ambiance during a rain storm. We had turkey and potatoes on thanksgiving and boy was it tasty!! really nice people, and the other patrons were super nice and chatty. will be back on next trip!

Large bar deep into Aquiles Serdan. A little bit of a walk or a very short bus ride from anywhere…read moreon the south side. The whole bar is open air, but the courtyard area in the back is open to the sky. It unfortunately gets quite smoky if there are several smokers. Food is delicious, drinks are cheap, though I couldn't get anyone to make a decent cielo rojo. Also didn't care for how the owner treated his wait staff. Que Pasa hosted a boat cruise the last Saturday I was in town. It was a great price for what we got and plenty of fun! I would probably frequent this spot if I lived in the area, but it's a bit of a journey for me now. Also, they have excellent bands playing most nights. The bands alone are worth the trip to this bar!!

We went on a non-weekend night without a reservation and were able to grab a table at around 8pm. I…read morewould suggest a reservation on the weekends though if you want a table. Super cool spot - love the open roof. It can definitely get a little loud with the music, so just something to keep in mind depending on what you are looking for. It's definitely the best spot for great cocktails in PV though. Pricier than some other bars, but better options for mixed drinks. Friendly, patiently staff who know their stuff, and for those who worry about this - staff spoke good English. We will definitely be back next time we visit PV!

Fantastic find while spending the week in Puerta Vallarta. After the Dia Los Muertos festivities I…read morewas on the hunt for a good cocktail / speakeasy. El Colibri was highly rated and close by, so the group made our way. Very much tucked away, unassuming with awesome low-lighting, El Colibri was just what the dr ordered. A cozy, smaller bar, with excellent drinks and awesome service. I chatted with the bartender about their well curated drink list and the drinks were perfect. Would be awesome for a date night or just a good contrast to the party scene in the malecon. Add this to your bucket list of to-do's while in PV!

Anonimo, sitting a few blocks from the heart of Zona Romantica, is a small, but mighty place to…read morepick up a few cocktails and enjoy th energy of PV. I say "small", as the the inside spaces, on all three floors, can get tight, especially the first and third floors. However, the outdoor space on the second floor makes up for it all! Wraparound seating, string lights and gorgeous murals...this courtyard is where we spent more of our time while at Anonimo. We were here for the cocktails of course, so we hit the main floor first, then made our way up to the third floor before settling in the outdoor courtyard. Drinks here are standard beer and cocktails. Pricing is great, as with most places in the area. While are not cash only, they do highly recommend cash and have a 500 pesos limit for credit card usage. If you are only have a drink or two, you may not be able to hit that, but we just put our groups first round on the same tab and were able to make do with no issues. Service was friendly and welcoming, space was fun, open and distinctly PV. Overall, we loved it and will certainly be back on future visits!

Te amo barra de videos!…read more Anónimo is a queer cocktail bar in Puerto Vallarta on the just outside the outskirts of the Zona Romantica area in PV. It's a multi-story bar lounge to hang and enjoy some great cocktails as well as some amazing music and music videos from all over. They closed a little earlier than normal the night we stopped in, a bit surprising for a Saturday night but definitely still enjoyable since we closed the bar out on the patio of the top floor overlooking the street with two solid drinks. Our bartender was really easy going offered for us to pick a few videos but one of the customers was on a role so we just let them have it - only a little off after they started skipping videos. The entire layout is very fun, definitely watch you step and your head if you're tall like me and the novio. Definitely a great spot to wrap up the night and/or start it off. The second level has this amazing wide patio deck with a beautiful mural. Definitely need to hang there a bit next time. We only had one minor issue with change here, but it got resolved really easily. Everyone we met was kind, friendly and welcoming even the person living their best life as the impromptu video dj of the night shot after shot. It's a full bar, no eats, but nothing but great energy and beats.

Stopped in here as part of the Vallarta Taco Tour A cute…read moresmall place right before La Playa Our bartender made us the best watermelon margaritas I have ever had! The ambience is definitely upscale and very comfortable Definitely worth another stop in the next time I am in the area

Bar La Playa is a MUST first-stop when visiting Zona Romantica…read more On our most recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, we wanted to spend a day in this part of the region. After looking up good places to go, Bar La Playa came up- and I'm sure glad it did! First, it's easy to get to if you're coming from North. Our Uber was easily able to drop us off without getting stuck in gridlock traffic that can affect certain roads of this area. Additionally, the location isn't a high-traffic area for tourists. That meant we were able to walk up and immediately find seats. Second, the service was top notch. I didn't get the bartenders name, but he was very welcoming, friendly, hospitable and spoke English. Just an overall cool dude and was glad to support his business. Third, the drinks were great. Finally, we were drinking 'real' drinks, not the watered down sugary stuff at the hotel. We were very satisfied with the taste of the drinks. Fourth, the prices are really good. Mexico has gotten expensive and this was a sigh of relief. You can have a great time here without feeling like you paid an arm and a leg. I highly-highly recommend making Bar La Playa your first stop when coming to this area. You're going to get great service, great drinks and all at a price that is reasonable and fair.

This is a great place tucked away near the river. Lush trees, greenery and good vibes. The live…read moremusic was really great and the food was actually really delicious. I had the mahi mahi that was served with yellow rice and plantain. It was seasoned perfectly and the fish tasted so fresh. If you're looking for somewhere off of the beaten path you might want to end up here. It's good.

When I was in Puerto Vallarta last year, I discovered this little island. It was pretty deserted…read more This year on a walk about, I found Babel Bar... I was hesitant at first, but eventually decided to check it out. I'm glad I did! First off, I love sitting next to the river, I frequent River Cafe because of the riverside dining. The drinks were very good, most were around 75 pesos (less than $4). I had a Bloody Mary. I ordered shrimp tacos. They were very good. 3 tacos, rice and beans for 115 pesos (about $6). The staff was friendly. I will certainly be back often when I'm in Puerto Vallarta!

An excellent lounge-style club, the fanciest nightlife spot I saw during a during a recent visit to…read morethis little seaside vacation town. It's compact by US standards, but with two rooms on the ground floor, and overlooking second floor, lots of interesting decor, and a driving sound system with lots of coordinated screens-- it feels more big-club than you might expect. There's even a big disco ball. Excellent mixed drinks, an extensive liquor selection. There's food, but the late-night pickings are slim. I had a decent quesadilla one night, but a much less repeatable pizza another night. Nice staff. Service is quick but not pushy. Good vibes. Things are well set for arriving with a group (couches facing each other in small clusters), and the poshness suggests this is the place for an occasion. Recommended.

This is the place to go for mezcal lovers! A lot of people don't like mezcal for it's unique smoky…read moreflavor but they put together an excellent cocktail list that makes it drinkable for those who don't like it (I personally really enjoy mezcal). The staff was very well dressed, knowledgeable and attentive...out server even had a little flash light that he kept bringing out so I could take pictures of the drinks in the dark lol Apart from the excellently crafted mezcal cocktails, they did have a full bar if you are in the mood for something else. But seriously! Just try one cocktail first...if you want an intro drink to mezcal that really masks it's smoky quality, try the Mezcaltini. It's fruity, not too sweet, well balanced and they use nothing but high quality and fresh ingredients- this one has blackberry, strawberry, peppermint and basil. Delicious! Environment- AWESOME! Clubby dance remixes with lots of bass. Two floors, excellent decor, awesome colorful lighting, beautiful bar, and great mixologists. This isn't really a night club for crazy dancing...just a really awesome bar. But...I suppose no one would be offended if you decided to twerk a little to one of the dubby remixes... This is a must!

2 years later and a fresh outlook on life, so 5 stars! We stopped in and Amy made me the very best…read morepiña frosé. So refreshing on a scorching hot day. Piña was fresh and sweet.

Stopped by here with friends while walking the malecon for a drink. The place is a corner bar with…read morelimited seating overlooking the water. We ordered our drinks and waited for some seats to open up. The bartender recommended the banana colada. Nice drink for the afternoon. Two nice shots of rum with banana and coconut water in a blender. She sprinkled some chopped coconut on top. Bonus they had college football on the tv's. Great place for people watching.