3 Best Restaurants in El Centro, Puerto Vallarta

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We've compiled the best of the best in El Centro - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Chez Elena

$$

Frequented in its heyday by Hollywood luminaries and the who's who of PV, this downtown restaurant still has a loyal following. The casual patio ambience is simple, but the wholesome food is satisfying, and the portions are generous. House specialties include fajitas and Yucatan-style pork. You can’t leave without trying their killer handcrafted margaritas.

Calle Matamoros 520, 48300, Mexico
322-222–0161
Known For
  • Delicious osso buco
  • Amazing views
  • Longtime favorite of the area
Restaurant Details
Closed June–Sept. No lunch

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El Andariego

$$

Locals come here for weekend brunch. They serve truly authentic huevos rancheros and all those delicious dishes that make traditional Mexican cuisine so hard to resist. They host live music on certain days.

El Barracuda

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El Barracuda is that cool restaurant we all dream to have one day when we retire by the beach: casual and relaxed, with some tables right on the beach and others on top of a nice deck overlooking the Banderas Bay. They specialize in the kind of seafood you can find in Mexican markets, but you can also find great steaks and even some veggie options.

Calle Paraguay 1290, Mexico
322-222-4034
Known For
  • Seafood mercadito style
  • Amazing sunset views
  • Different styles of shrimp tacos

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