Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - Spending the holidays in Vallarta? Famous for the wide variety of sensational cuisines found in its many restaurants, Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico's premiere culinary destinations. And wonderful restaurants are all part of its festive Christmas vacation atmosphere.
Whether you are in the mood for traditional Christmas fare or want to try something a little different, the following Puerto Vallarta area restaurants are serving up holiday meals that'll keep you out of the kitchen - and in a festive mood!
DAIQUIRI DICK'S
Olas Atlas 314 @ Los Muertos Beach
Two nights of exquisite holiday dining at Daiquiri Dick's, a staple of the Puerto Vallarta dining scene. The staff invites you to be part of their family during this festive time of year, and to enjoy the Very Merry Dinner Menus they'll be serving on December 24 and 25th starting at 5:30 pm. The regular a la carte menu will also be available. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made online at DDPV.com, or by calling (322) 222-0566. See Menu »»
EL ARRAYÁN COCINA MEXICANA
Allende #344, Downtown Puerto Vallarta
After the successful culinary celebration of its tenth anniversary, El Arrayán Restaurant wants to celebrate with all of you this holiday season! From December 20th, 2013 to January 5th, 2014 El Arrayán invites you to experience the Christmas Specials prepared by Chef Alfonso Corona, which you can enjoy in the restaurant or take home for your family and friends to relish. Please note that El Arrayan Restaurant is closed on Tuesdays, so the staff will be enjoying the holidays of December 24th and 31st, but will be open and ready to serve you some holiday cheer on Christmas and New Year's Day. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (322) 222-7195 or online at ElArrayan.com.mx. More info »»
KAISER MAXIMILIAN
Olas Altas #380 B, Puerto Vallarta Romantic Zone
Enjoy Christmas Dinner at Kaiser Maximilian Restaurant. On Monday, December 24th, they'll be serving up a special four-course Christmas Eve dinner menu with your choice of appetizer: Marinated Beets and Carrots, mixed berry sauce, fine greens and goat cheese -or- Mixed Green Salad with a touch of mustard, apricots and Bresaola -or- Pickled Shrimp with Chorizo on grilled bread; a second course of: Smoked Mushroom Cream Soup with Quinoa & roasted chiles -or- Cheese Ravioli with sage brown butter, prosciutto and toasted pine nuts -or- Crab Cake with avocado purée, tequila lime glaze & crunchy leeks; your choice of 5 distinctive and delicious main courses: Turkey Medallions stuffed with bread, fine herbs, nuts and raisins, pumpkin purée, fig sauce -or- Roasted Duck with red cabbage and dumpling -or- Roasted Salmon with succotash, avocado, mashed sweet potato - or - Thyme Roasted Beef Tenderloin with short rib pastry and beer glazed carrots - or- Seared Diver Scallops and Shrimp with risotto and creamy chipotle sauce; and five dessert choices that'll satisfy the most discriminating palate, for $520 pesos per person + gratuity. On December 25th, they'll be serving the regular a la carte menu, featuring traditional Austrian dishes. Make your reservations online at KaiserMaximilian.com or by calling the restaurant at (322) 223-0760.
NO WAY JOSÉ! RESTAURANTE - BAR
5 de Febrero #260, South Side Puerto Vallarta
Tu Casa en Puerto Vallarta wants your holidays to be warm and tasty, so to help, No Way José! is offering a special Christmas menu on December 24th & 25th for just $475 pesos per person. Start off with your choice of Soup or Salad: Mexican Lime Soup -OR- Sabor a Mi Salad, Arugula with roasted pine nuts and beets in a citrus vinaigrette; followed by one of four delectable Entrées: Poblano Red Snapper, on a bed of creamy chile poblano sauce -OR- Chicken of the Sea, jumbo shrimp with a juicy chicken breast stuffed with pumpkin blossoms, cheese and shrimp, bathed in a chile poblano sauce -OR- Beef Medallions, a NWJ! favorite with our original raicilla steak sauce with baked potato and sautéed vegetables and a complimentary a Glass of Wine. A Poached Christmas Pear is a perfectly sweet ending to a memorable Christmas dinner at Vallarta's favorite Mexican restaurant, No Way José! Cash Only Please. Cannot be combined with other promotions. No discounts apply during holiday events. For reservations, call (322) 223-2853 or email reservations@nowayjosemx.com.
SI SEÑOR RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB
Amapas 114-C @ Los Muertos Beach
A stunning sunset, ocean waves, cool breeze and a wonderful meal are the best way to celebrate Christmas. Si Señor Beach Mexican Restaurant, overlooking Banderas Bay on the south side of Puerto Vallarta, can help you make your holiday memorable. The chefs have created an exceptional Christmas Feast that you can enjoy from 5-11 pm on December 24 and 25, 2013 for just $550 pesos per person. For reservations, call (322) 222-0577, send an email to Contacto@SiSenor.mx, or visit SiSenorBeach.com. See Menu »»
THE BLUE SHRIMP RESTAURANT
Olas Altas 366 @ Los Muertos Beach
Keep checking BanderasNews.com for additional Vallarta restaurant Christmas dinner menus, which will be added as more information becomes available.