Vitea offers good-value, casual bistro dining within cork-popping distance of the sea. The setting feels Mediterranean – with cafe tables shaded by an awning spilling onto the Malecón promenade. Food from Swedish chef Ulf Henriksson is simple but elegant Mexican-European comfort cooking: think cauliflower goat’s cheese gratin with poblano chili and spinach or pan-seared octopus with Mexican chorizo.

Longtime favorite places to immerse myself in the culture and cuisine of Vallarta are topped by Café des Artistes, Trio and River Café, then a small group follows including La Leche, Vitea, Barcelona Tapas, La Palapa, Daiquiri Dick's, Archie's Wok and El Palomar de los González. And don't forget dozens more as Polo's, Salud, Bravos, Layla's, El Brujo, Mi Café, El Arrayán, Eat at David's, Tony's Please, Ernesto's and Casa Naranjo. Due to the wealth of creative chefs and owners, worldwide cuisines are offered and perfected.

223-0788 Trio ‡‡ Gourmet food – great menu $ Guerrero 264 trio@pvnet.com.mx 222-2196 Vitea Seaside Bistro a la Trio, 12am-12pm South Malecón on the way to the pedestrian bridge over the river. 222-8695 Vista Grill ‡‡ Gourmet food with a view to die for. $ Pulpito #377 222-3570 Seafood Restaurants Cueto’s Brasilia #469 223-0363 El Brujo ‡ Very good seafood $ Carranza and Naranjo Joe Jack’s Fish Shack ‡ Great seafood & More.

Este restaurante ubicado en el corazón de Puerto Vallarta te ofrece una estupenda vista al mar que tú y tu mascota sin duda disfrutarán. El menú es muy variado, pasta, mariscos, pescado zarandeado, ensaladas como la deliciosa opción con camarones a la parrilla, lechuga, naranja, semillas y aderezo de aguacate. Deja que Vitea sea parte de tu recorrido gastronómico en nuestro paradisiaco destino.

Vitea Oceanfront Bistro is another one of the best restaurants on the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta. Right in front of the sea, the gorgeous Art Deco restaurant serves up masterfully-plated, European-inspired food. Choose between the breezy patio or air-conditioned dining room, and sink your teeth into dishes like rosemary pork tenderloin or grilled fish and shrimp in a lemon parsley sauce.

Vitea Oceanfront Bistro combines healthy and flavorful Mediterranean food, specializing in incorporating modern twists into traditional dishes. It is located in the center of Puerto Vallarta, which has a mix of modern eclectic elements in the decor and ancient symbolism, in addition to the great ocean view. One of Vitea Oceanfront Bistro’s best-selling dish is the gazpacho soup.

Salud, Seasons, Poncho's Tacos, Tacos Revoluci�n, Taste, Vitea, Hungry Cougar, Joe Jack's (on the ground floor), Derby Burger and, during low season, Fajita Republic, also welcome dogs. A quick search on Facebook, Trip Advisor or one of the local papers will give you addresses for these establishments.

This artistic bistro is run by the acclaimed chef/owners of Trio, whom many consider to serve Vallarta's best food. It's no surprise then that the fresh, healthy dishes here make Vitea another favorite among locals. Due to strategically placed mirrors on the back wall, every seat has…

The Vitea restaurant serves up robust seafood, ravioli, and European inspired meals. It is an excellent spot for those who want to get away from tacos and quesadillas. It’s also a great place to enjoy wine and beautiful Puerto Vallarta views.

Swedish Chef Ulf Henriksson, co-owner at Vitea Oceanfront Bistro and Trio Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta Mexico tells us about these fine restaurants

Best Malecón Dining: Vitea is one of Puerto Vallarta’s finest dining rooms in the midst of a row of commercial venues—a gem in the rough.

Vitea: With a view straight out of St. Tropez along the Mediterranean coast, Vitea faces the sunset on the sea.

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