Las Carmelitas Review

Reviewed by davenbeck from Illinois on 9/2/09
It was an hour before sunset and had just stopped raining, we jumped in a cab to find a new place to eat with a good view of the sunset. the cab driver suggested a place a little out of the way. We were up for it, after a 15 minute ride into the mountains we arrived at an empty, open air resteraunt. the view was incredible the majority of puerto vallarta is visible before dusk. the sevice was great, food was ok. because of the rain we were the only people there. after dark the view lit up with lights, it was breathtaking!

Member Rating: 3.8
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 3.0

Reviewed by Lilliputs from Puerto Vallarta on 9/6/07
I've tried this restaurant twice now thinking the first time was just a bad night for the staff. Not. We waited 30 minutes for a drink, two hours for a simple food order while others around us who had come much later were served. I finally went to the kitchen to find out where the order was. The order came, average quality and for the price a poor value. No explanation or apology was given. At this restaurant it isn't easy to just excuse yourself after two hours and no food because they basically have you locked in on the mountain. You can leave when they say so. I'm local here and the sad tales from the customers of this restaurant are legion. Tourists trapped in situations at this restaurant just take it in stride, pay and leave, but there are other places in Puerto Vallarta with a view that have great service and good food.
Jorge

Member Rating: 2.4
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 1.0 Value: 1.0

Reviewed by uncledave8 from Denver on 8/11/07
The only reason to go to the trouble and expense to go here is the view. AND, it is truly amazing! It is not about the mediocre food and perfunctory service.

Member Rating: 3.4
Ratings details: Food: 3.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 3.0 Value: 3.0

Reviewed by loverofpv from Minneosta on 2/8/07
Dining at Las Carmelitas is an adventure; from the drive up to the drive down. The views are breathtaking ... the food is great ... the service is on the slow side, so don't come if you are in a hurry, they want you to capture the whole evening. The sunsets are amazing and the sounds of the jungle nearby are wonderful. It can get a bit chilly up there, so bring a sweater or jacket if you go in the winter months. Call ahead for reservations and they will not charge an entrance fee...othewise, they will deduct from your bill. I visit Las Carmelitas on every trip to PV...love the Arrachera and salsa's!

Member Rating: 4.6
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 4.0

Reviewed by fursaflyin from Dallas, TX on 1/16/07
What a great view! We found our cab driver was able to negotiate no "toll" to go up the hill to the restaurant and we were not charged on our bill. A concierge could do the same. However, one couple we were seated next to was double charged the "toll", even though they ordered a full dinner. Just beware, look at the check and be assertive. The service was very hospitable. The margaritas were made with good tequila (100% agave and no Cuervo). The food was below average. I ordered grilled fish with Diablo sauce. Since Diablo means "devil" and usually denotes hot and spicy, you can imagine my surprise when the fish arrived doused in ketchup. This would be a terrific place for just appetizers and cocktails at sunset.

Member Rating: 2.6
Ratings details: Food: 1.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 2.0