Marina Vallarta Restaurants – Luxury Edition

Hi there! Are you in Marina Vallarta for a romantic getaway? Or did you happen to find love along the way? Vallarta Marina has some nice venues to take your date to for a beautiful evening. There are parks, beautiful sceneries, and romantic spots that can get the night going. But what about when you get hungry? Some restaurants are elegantly designed to serve as a perfect spot for your date. To top it up, it would be a great way to impress her, especially in this beautiful city. Check out the restaurants that are luxurious enough for a date night.

5 Most Beautiful Restaurants in Marina Vallarta

1. Tintoque

Although Tintoque is no longer located in Marina, it still made it on the top of our list because its new location is not far from Marina at all. But when it comes to elegance, Tintoque gets a 100% pass mark.

The restaurant has a contemporary, interior kind of look – like modern minimalistic. There is also an outdoor setting for those that want to feel the vibrant atmosphere while enjoying the classy meal.

Speaking of the meal, it is not served in big portions, but the presentation is just top-notch. The design on the plates, as well as the cutleries and table setting, makes this restaurant a sure elegant one.

• Location: Aquiles Serdán 445, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.
• Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
• Type of Restaurant: Chic Mexican Dishes

2. Gaby’s Restaurant and Bar

Gaby’s is another restaurant that steps things up with a classy and refined look. Though it is located where the action happens, the atmosphere is fit for dates and high-class meetings. The restaurant has an indoor area for privacy and a patio that hosts a cool, refreshing breeze.

In addition, Gaby’s is known for great food (‘great’ is almost an understatement) apart from just a good look. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, so whenever you decide to visit, they have got you covered. They also have elegant cocktails, and top-class cuisines served in beautiful glasses and plates.

• Location: C. Mina 252, Proyecto escola, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
• Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday from 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm
• Type of Restaurant: Breakfast meals, main dishes, desserts, and dinner servings.

3. Iguana Restaurant and Tequila Bar

The Iguana Restaurant has a history of being connected to other elegant (and expensive) hotels. The restaurant was usually the go-to for dinner before retiring to their royal beds in the other hotels. Though Iguana restaurant is now open to the public, the class and elegance of the interior and exterior are still maintained.

There are a large portrait on the wall, white elegantly placed tables, and designed plates, making this restaurant a part of our list. There is a lot more to rundown about this hotel restaurant but let’s take a look at the kind of food served there. Iguana restaurant has a special tequila bar for different tequila shots and mix. The food is Mexican but with an international touch. Food options from other countries are also added to give the international cuisine vibe. When it comes to the wine list, it is also very robust, with too many choices to serve the night.

• Location: C. Zaragoza 445, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
• Opening hours: Monday – Sunday from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
• Type of restaurant: Mexican with an international flair.

4. Hacienda San Angel Gourmet

If you are looking for an angelic setting, then you have got it. This elegantly-designed restaurant belongs to a hotel – and the name Hacienda San Angel Gourmet is simply the name of the hotel.

The restaurant is best for romantic date nights because of the interior design as well as the view. It is located on high ground (on the dome of a famous City Parish Church), so you can easily see the city lights and the sea from up there.

When it comes to the type of food, you can expect only premium dishes on the high side. From seafood to meat dishes and meals prepared for vegetarians, their meals are cooked and served by famous chefs.

• Location: C. Miramar 336, El Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
• Opening Hours; 24/7
• Type of Restaurant: Refined International and modern dishes.

5. Cafe des Artistes

French artistry is highly adopted in Cafe des Artistes. The place doesn’t have drop-dead decors. However, the decor in every dish is enough to place this restaurant on our list. The restaurant has won many awards as the best restaurant in Vallarta Marina, and this is due to two things.

One part is the chef. Thierry Blouet is a celebrity chef, known around Mexico as one of the best at his job. Working here with Cafe des Artistes makes the restaurant even more special without any need for decor.

The food is served with intention & creativity and is filled with tasty Mexican dishes cooked with french cooking techniques. It is also served with an elegant international touch, which makes the place really fit for a date night.

The types of food served here include fish dishes like tuna, lobster, octopus, etc, meat-based foods, fruits, and drinks. Not like the food here is overly special but what makes this restaurant rise to the top is because of the French technique used to cook the foods. This gives a different taste and looks to the meals.

• Location: C. Guadalupe Sánchez 740, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
• Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm
• Type of Restaurant: Elegant tasting fish, meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes.

Conclusion

We love to talk about restaurants in Marina Vallarta, especially because we want to help you find your way around getting good food while you are here. These restaurants mentioned above have a mote distinct fine look to their decor, which makes them be considered luxurious and fit for date nights. Their foods are also prepared with care and poise.