Puerto Vallarta
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A breath of fresh air in the nightlife scene of Puerto Vallarta, Act II is a multigenre theater, cabaret, and sophisticated bar all in one....
A breath of fresh air in the nightlife scene of Puerto Vallarta, Act II is a multigenre theater, cabaret, and sophisticated bar all in one. On the top floor of a little shopping center in Zona Romantica, it offers a great diversity of shows, both on the “Main Stage” and in the more intimate “Red Room,” which recalls the good cabaret shows of old. In the intermission, you can also enjoy a drink at the Encore Piano & Wine Bar. Altogether, it's an excellent option for a different kind of night out in Puerto Vallarta.
The go-to place for the artistic community of PV, El patio de mia casa is advertised as a sandwich shop, pizza place, and vegetarian/vegan haven...
The go-to place for the artistic community of PV, El patio de mia casa is advertised as a sandwich shop, pizza place, and vegetarian/vegan haven—and it's one of those few places that actually delivers what it offers. A cozy indoor/outdoor design (“patio” means backyard) fits perfectly with the laid-back vibe, with “Friends”-style sofas for socializing while sipping a good mescal and eating brick-oven pizza. Frequently scheduled jazz and reggae jam sessions, as well as guest DJs and regular movie screenings, make this so much more than a restaurant. It's open daily 6 pm to 2 am.
If you love a good beer, Los Muertos Brewing Company is for you. The first craft brewery in Puerto Vallarta offers a relaxed atmosphere and...
If you love a good beer, Los Muertos Brewing Company is for you. The first craft brewery in Puerto Vallarta offers a relaxed atmosphere and the best beer on tap in town. It's a mix between the typical cantina and the traditional sports bar and they have a selection of rock and pop both in English and Spanish. Young gringos love it, and it's also getting attention from locals who come for the pizzas and stay for the beer. It's open every day from noon until midnight.
Puerto Vallarta's only rock house is a very energetic club that features live music every night at 11 pm. Roxy is an institution in this town...
Puerto Vallarta's only rock house is a very energetic club that features live music every night at 11 pm. Roxy is an institution in this town and one of the very few places that attracts all kind of visitors—you'll find nationals and foreigners of all ages on the premises, and they are not afraid to sing and dance. It's open from 9 pm to 6 am every day. And the music? Pure rock baby!
This stylish nightclub seems to be a bit small, but it features an enormous dance floor. The lights and sound systems are state-of-the-art,...
This stylish nightclub seems to be a bit small, but it features an enormous dance floor. The lights and sound systems are state-of-the-art, which is highly appreciated by the world-famous DJs that come here to mix it up. They play mostly Electronic Dance Music (EDM), but, as the night goes on, you'll also hear some '80s and '90s pop-rock hits. The place attracts the hippest locals, and it's a must for visitors, nationals, and foreigners alike. It's open from Thursday to Saturday after 10 pm.
Most nights, crowds spill out onto the sidewalk as party-hearty men and women shimmy out of the narrow saloon, drinks in hand, to the strains...
Most nights, crowds spill out onto the sidewalk as party-hearty men and women shimmy out of the narrow saloon, drinks in hand, to the strains of Chubby Checker and other vintage tunes. For a laugh, intoxicated or less inhibited patrons sometimes take a bumpy ride on the burro just outside Andale's door (a handler escorts the burro). Andale opens at 8 am.
It's gay friendly, lesbian friendly, people friendly. Heck, owner Mariann and her partner, Endra, would probably welcome you and your pet...
It's gay friendly, lesbian friendly, people friendly. Heck, owner Mariann and her partner, Endra, would probably welcome you and your pet python with open arms and give you both a squeeze. PV's original martini bar, Apaches is the landing zone for expats reconnoitering after a long day, and a warm-up for late-night types. When the outside tables get jam-packed in high season, the overflow heads into the narrow bar and the adjacent, equally narrow bistro. It opens at 4 pm; happy hour is 5 to 7. If you're alone, this is the place to make friends of all ages.
Looking for a small bar with an authentic taste of Puerto Vallarta? Bolero is just what you need—a cozy little bar with a pool table and not...
Looking for a small bar with an authentic taste of Puerto Vallarta? Bolero is just what you need—a cozy little bar with a pool table and not much more. No flashy design here, just good rock and pop music and interesting people of all ages and nationalities. It's open from 6 pm to 4 am. This is the kind of place you don't find in guidebooks... oh wait!
A nightclub where the oldies rule! It's the typical posh Mexican antro (nightclub) where nobody actually dances, but everybody seems to be...
A nightclub where the oldies rule! It's the typical posh Mexican antro (nightclub) where nobody actually dances, but everybody seems to be dancing (and singing) at their own tables. Frequented by not-so-young locals, BarraBar is a nice option when you are not looking for something too extreme. It's open Wednesday to Saturday from 10 pm to 6 am.
This upscale, second-story nightclub has live rock. Although it opens nightly after 7, music doesn't start until 10 or 11; closing time is 4...
This upscale, second-story nightclub has live rock. Although it opens nightly after 7, music doesn't start until 10 or 11; closing time is 4 am. There's no cover charge.
Here's a wonderful place for a quiet drink. The intimate café-bar is comfortable yet rustic, with equipale (leather-and-wood) love seats and...
Here's a wonderful place for a quiet drink. The intimate café-bar is comfortable yet rustic, with equipale (leather-and-wood) love seats and traditional round cocktail tables. At around 10:30, trova (think Mexican Cat Stevens) by Latino legends Silvio Rodríguez and Pablo Milanés begins; songs composed and sung by the owner liven up the atmosphere. There's never a cover. It opens after 8 pm every night but Sunday (closed Sunday and Monday in low season).
In addition to its famous beach scene, Blue Chairs, at the south end of Los Muertos Beach, has the popular Blue Sunset Rooftop Bar, which...
In addition to its famous beach scene, Blue Chairs, at the south end of Los Muertos Beach, has the popular Blue Sunset Rooftop Bar, which is the perfect place to watch the sunset. It has daily late-afternoon and evening entertainment, and is open to the public between 3 and 11 pm; after that, it's hotel guests only.
Right on the sand across from Parque Lázaro Cárdenas, this restaurant-bar has bargain brewskis and equally inexpensive fruity margaritas by...
Right on the sand across from Parque Lázaro Cárdenas, this restaurant-bar has bargain brewskis and equally inexpensive fruity margaritas by the pitcher. The seafood is less than inspired, but nachos and other munchies are good accompaniments to the drinks. Watch the waves and listen to Bob Marley and the Gypsy Kings among lots of gringo couples and a few middle-age Mexican vacationers. It opens daily from 9 am to 10 pm.
It's moody and romantic, with tables along the sidewalk and comfortable couches and chairs inside, and is a favorite with locals and the gay...
It's moody and romantic, with tables along the sidewalk and comfortable couches and chairs inside, and is a favorite with locals and the gay crowd. The menu includes soups, sandwiches, salads, and a great frappuccino.
A favorite with the locals, this is a delightful place to have a quality beer and enjoy some of the best oysters in town. In fact, it's the...
A favorite with the locals, this is a delightful place to have a quality beer and enjoy some of the best oysters in town. In fact, it's the only oyster bar on the malécon, and it offers a wide array of handcrafted beers, both Mexican and international. With a nice location, Cervecería Unión is a relaxing, large spot with full ocean views. It's open from 11 am to 3 am.
Here you can admire the bay and marina from atop a 110-foot lighthouse. It's mainly a baby-boomer crowd (think yachters) and open daily after...
Here you can admire the bay and marina from atop a 110-foot lighthouse. It's mainly a baby-boomer crowd (think yachters) and open daily after 6 pm. During high season, especially on weekends, there's mellow music (including Mexican folk, or trova) after 10 pm.
This oceanfront bar is just the way a beach bar is supposed to be—small, hip, and laid-back—making it a real pleasure to enjoy a beer while...
This oceanfront bar is just the way a beach bar is supposed to be—small, hip, and laid-back—making it a real pleasure to enjoy a beer while watching the waves of Playa Camarones. There's live music on Friday nights and a DJ on Saturday. There is always a good vibe in this place, and, if you feel like having a bite, you can always ask the waiter to bring you some food from the sister restaurant, Barracuda.
We've heard this place described as "the gay Cheers of Mexico." It's a friendly neighborhood cantina where you'll meet middle-aged to older...
We've heard this place described as "the gay Cheers of Mexico." It's a friendly neighborhood cantina where you'll meet middle-aged to older queens, many Mexicans, a few foreigners, and maybe even some straights. Show up a few times for $1 beers (served daily between 1 pm and 2 am) and everyone is sure to know your name. It has moved around the corner from its original location and now serves daily lunch specials in the small second-story restaurant.
This isn't necessarily the kind of place where you'll strike up a conversation with the guy on the next barstool; rather, it's an upscale place...
This isn't necessarily the kind of place where you'll strike up a conversation with the guy on the next barstool; rather, it's an upscale place to go with friends for a sophisticated, air-conditioned drink or two. A musician plays piano or gentle jazz on weekend nights at 10:30 during high season, less often the rest of the year. Garbo, renowned for its martinis, is primarily a gay club, but is straight friendly and is open nightly from 6 pm to 2 am.
People call it "Hota Bay" (it's how you pronounce the letters "j" and "b" in Spanish), and it's the best club in town for salsa. The crowd varies...
People call it "Hota Bay" (it's how you pronounce the letters "j" and "b" in Spanish), and it's the best club in town for salsa. The crowd varies, but tends toward the thirties to forties age group and because J&B is serious about dancing, it feels young at heart. There's usually a band Friday and Saturday nights and DJs the rest of the week. Those with dos patas zurdas (two left feet) can attend salsa lessons Thursday and Friday 8 to 9 pm (50 pesos) or take tango lessons for the same price on Monday at 8 pm. The dance club's cover is about 110 pesos ($8) when there's live music, otherwise about 55 pesos ($4) and free on Monday and Tuesday.
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