A trip to Mexico would not be complete without tasting its unique delicacies especially, its tacos. When you take a vacation to Puerto Vallarta, you can experience exceptional dining options just to satisfy your taco craving. If you plan to visit Puerto Vallarta soon, remember to consider the following great options for a great taco scene.
El Carboncito
A small but lovely restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, El Carboncito is well-visited by both tourists and locals in the area. It offers authentic taco experience in a simple but colorful atmosphere. You can dine indoors or outdoors and choose from its freshly grilled meats to make up some of your most memorable taco dinings. There is a selection of salsa which is perfect for your taco meals. El Carboncito is also a favorite stop for those who spent the night partying and don’t want to be hungry as they head home.
El Barracuda
The taco selection in Puerto Vallarta’s El Barracuda is simply superb! This relaxing restaurant which is located right on the beach specializes in a variety of foods which are mostly based on freshly caught seafood. Even then, all of your taco fantasies can come true with a visit to this waterfront food paradise. You can try their Baja-style fish, smoked marlin or steak and shrimp, or octopus al ajillo. Add to your delicious taco meals their special cocktails most of which feature smoky mezcal.
Pancho’s Takos
A favorite taco spot in Puerto Vallarta frequented by locals and tourists alike, the standout dish here is the tacos al pastor. It is pork meat marinated in pastor sauce, slowly roasted and topped with fresh pineapple. The restaurant has a limited indoor space so tables spill out onto the sidewalk, creating a lively dining experience and watching people pass by is part of the fun. Due to its popularity, there is a line for a table most evenings, but the palatable food is surely worth the wait! You can enjoy your waiting time by ordering a drink.
Marisma
Marisma has the best seafood street tacos in town. Dining at tables placed on the sidewalk or on a barstool around its tiny kitchen, there is nothing fancy about the restaurant. Yet their battered and fried fish and shrimp tacos are the best sellers here. You can also try their other dishes which will also give you a satisfying experience.
Tacos Revolucion
A family-run taco restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Tacos Revolucion caters to both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. It serves a fabulous range of tacos and other foods and it is definitely the perfect place to taste some extraordinary seafood tacos. Aside from their great-tasting tacos, they also have tacos with meats like beef or chicken. If you want to try various taco styles, this is surely the place. The plate which you should not miss out is the unique “taco revolucion” which combines several types of meat added with cheese and three-chili salsa. Make your dining experience more memorable with a portion of their fresh handmade tortillas and delicious cocktails such as their jalapeno cucumber margarita.