Bravos Restaurant Bar — Restaurant in Jalisco

What a great find this was! They've easily become our new favorite eatery in PV.

ATMOSPHERE: The interior look is of a city bistro with low tops abound. It's not a big space and they're popular so be prepared to wait a bit.

MENU: Apps, soups, salads, steak, pork, chicken, duck, ribs, pasta, seafood, desserts.

FOOD: Rustic French Onion Soup This was the only disappointment of the night as there was hardly any soup in the bowl and mainly all onions. The onion overload resulted in a very salty and overly-caramelized flavor in what little liquid I had. Pass.

Cajun Spicy Jambalaya I really liked this version as it had the perfect amount of spice (about a 2 on a 5 heat scale) and bold flavors. It's not a soupy dish but more chunky with enough moisture to coat the rice. The shrimp were nice and crunchy. Portion size was good. Highly recommended for the jambalaya fan.

Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto The spoonful I had of my spouse's dish made me moan with joy. I don't care for risotto per se, but the flavor was out of this world! Creamy, savory and velvety smooth. Definitely ordering this next time!

Soup of the Day Cream of zucchini was the SOTD. The trio of creamy, sweet and savory flavors married well but the soup could've been a lot hotter in temperature.

The Wedge My spouse loves this easy-to-make salad and orders it everywhere we go! Wash, chop, pour, serve... $7 please. Anyway, the half head of lettuce was fresh and came with a creamy blue cheese dressing. Sprinkled to the sides were fresh tomatoes and crunchy bacon bits.

Baked Cheese Cappelletti Cappelletti look like little dumplings. They were stuffed with three types of cheese (ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan) and finished in a pink sauce. We added chicken strips for protein. Very good dish but no wow-factor.

DESSERT: Churro Basket The name is misleading as you don't receive a basket of churros but a square churro "loaf" that's topped with vanilla ice cream drizzled with chocolate and caramel sauces with whipped cream to the side. OH - MY - GOODNESS. The four of us devoured it in a minute. Order one for two people.

SERVICE: There's no host stand so just wait at the front and someone will assist you. We felt a bit ignored as three different workers saw us but didn't say a word. That is until Manuel saw us. He immediately greeted and assisted us with finding a table. We waited near the bar area where Gustavo offered us a drink.

Turns out we got assigned to Gustavo's section. He was a good server but didn't have a warm personality throughout. At certain times it seemed he was irritated but would laugh and smile at other times. Very odd.

There was another server who assisted us, a younger guy with a buzz cut, who was extremely smiley, friendly, engaging and professional. I'm sorry I didn't get his name as he was awesome.

TIP: Try to make reservations if you like to eat early. We walked in at 9pm and had a short 10-minute wait.

OVERALL: Nice menu selections. So nice it was hard to decide what to get. Great prices and food sans for the onion soup. Definitely a higher caliber than other PV...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Bravos Restaurant Bar in Puerto Vallarta, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I stepped in, the warm ambiance and friendly staff set the stage for a delightful evening.

The culinary journey began with a refreshing 'Passion Fruit Margarita,' a perfect blend of flavors that set the tone for the exquisite meal that followed. The menu offered a wide array of options, but my choice was the 'Rib Eye Steak with baked potatoes and Vegetables.' The presentation was impeccable, and the taste exceeded my expectations. Cooked to perfection, the rib eye was a succulent masterpiece, grilled to a perfect medium rare, just as I like it.

While the prices were on the higher side, the quality of the food and the exceptional service more than justified the expense. The staff at Bravos went above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience, with attentive and friendly service that added to the overall enjoyment of the evening.

To conclude this culinary adventure, I shared the 'Churros Basket with Ice cream' for dessert. The churros were served with a sprinkling of walnuts, which my girlfriend was allergic to, they did not mention this on the menu. We brought this to the attention of our waiter and it was swiftly corrected. The dish wase golden and crispy, paired perfectly with a generous scoop of creamy ice cream. It was the ideal sweet ending to an already fantastic meal.

PS - Be careful if you order the 'Pastel De Chocolate Red Velvet' for dessert, its big and I mean big, could be shared between 4 people or used as a door stop.

In summary, Bravos Restaurant Bar in Puerto Vallarta is a gem for those seeking a top-notch dining experience. While the prices may be on the higher side, the quality of the food, the welcoming atmosphere, and the outstanding service make it well worth it. I highly recommend Bravos to anyone looking for a memorable culinary adventure in Puerto Vallarta. Cheers to Bravos for an...

This place is really, really great. I am trying not to gush over how good this place is but it is difficult to not do so. The location is a couple of blocks up from the Malecon in the old town, just over the Rio Cuale bridge and a quick turn. It's not a large place but the layout is pleasantly intimate without being overly crowded. The menu is large enough to be interesting without being intimidating and features a variety of dishes including pastas, carnés and seafoods.

There is enough variety in the menu to accommodate different appetites and tastes. Over the several evenings I dined at Bravos I tried dishes from all parts of the menu. I was not disappointed in any of the selections. The portions were generous, the spiciness of certain dishes were tempered when requested, and each dish was flavourful and pleasing to the eye and the palate..

My favourite? The jambalaya was amazing; hints of sweet, sour and a gentle spiciness permeating throughout the portions.

The only negative is this place is not on the ocean. If it was it would be twice the price, and...