Night Life

When night falls, the bars and restaurants transform the peaceful atmosphere of Punta Mita into one full of life and flavor. Many of the local spots feature live music and exciting shows with performers from all over the world. La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Pancha’s and Expressions Café are just a few of the spots that are among the favorites. For those who are looking for a more action-packed evening, Puerto Vallarta is a quick trip down the coast. The excitement at Puerto Vallarta is centered on the beachfront walk where you will find a variety of establishments ranging from chic lounges to salsa nightclubs.

Cappuccino Cafe Galeana 101 Puerto Vallarta 48380 Mexico +52 322 2 5725 Open Hours: 8a-9p	If the strong, fragrant Espresso coffee is not enough to jolt you awake, the unusual and delicious pastries at this comfortable coffee house should satisfy anyone. Other coffees offered include a cafe mocha worthy of the land where chocolate began, cappuccino, and cafe Americana. On hot days, the iced latte is cold enough to induce brain freeze and it can revive the most tired tourist. The desserts are outstanding, and if you think Flan is a boring custard, try their pistachio nut version. The fresh Coconut Terrine is terrific.
Restaurante Blue Morelos 666 Puerto Vallarta 48300 Mexico Open Hours: 4p-midnight	Within this delightfully decorated Mexican restaurant are varied international influences translated into spicy delights. From spicy seafood dishes to more elaborate adaptions of world traditions, the meals are guaranteed to stimulate your taste buds. During the weekends, they feature electronic music at night and the bar area expands as dinner guests finish their meals and join in the night grooves.
Janssen & Johnson Olas Altas 474 Puerto Vallarta 48380 Mexico +52 322 222 3497 Open Hours: Noon-midnight	This small, popular bistro is a favorite hang-out for patrons in their 20's and 30's, both local and tourist. Live music, usually a Mariachi band, plays on Friday nights. The food is primarily international grazing; meatballs, Indonesian satay, and other finger foods, though more elaborate dinners are available. Netherlands expatriates keep up on news from home with the free email services offered them and the regular deliveries of newspapers from home.
Alhambra Lobby-Bar Paseo de la Marina Norte 585 Puerto Vallarta 48354 Mexico +52 322 1 0091 Open Hours: Noon-1a	Located in the Velas Vallarta Grand Suite resort complex, this cocktail bar attracts primarily guests from the hotel or the nearby deluxe condominium complex. What they find is a cool, pleasant bar with attentive bartenders who are capable of mixing up just about anything. Later in the evening, it becomes a popular mixing spot for more than just drinks. During high season, there is live music most nights. Attire is resort-casual.

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