Central Pacific CoastEntertainment

Bar entertainment in Central Pacific Coast

  1. A

    Jungle Bar

    Bob your head to the kick-back bass pulsing at this streetside bar with fun staff and cheap drinks. It's a good place to meet locals and other travelers. The jungle murals were painted by local artist Malinalli of Hostel Rincón del Viajero fame.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Señor Frog’s

    Yes, it’s a chain. Yes, it’s cheesy and touristy. But dammit, it’s still a lot of fun! The zany antics attract families by day, the far-party atmosphere brings in the college kids at night and the bay views are unbeatable anytime.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Tequila's

    This upstairs restaurant-bar features live mariachi music every night except Monday, between 20:00 and 22:30. There's no cover, but you'll be expected to tip well if the mariachis serenade your table.

    reviewed

  4. D

    De Santos

    Vallarta’s choicest nightspot commands the most artful DJs and an open-air rooftop bar furnished with oversized beds. On the dance floor the music is frenetic, but there’s also a mellow chill lounge.

    reviewed

  5. E

    Mañana

    With live entertainment, two dance floors, multiple bars and a swimming pool with a waterfall, this jubilant indoor-outdoor space has taken gay Vallarta by storm.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Bar Social

    Behind the doors of the Bar Social is a world frozen in the past; congenial elderly bartenders dote on you as the jukebox plays scratchy decades-old singles.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Salon Q

    This ‘catedral de la salsa' hosts first-rate salsa singers and bands, celebrity impersonators and a Carnaval atmosphere.

    reviewed

  8. Sunset Lounge

    For a perfect sunset with great atmosphere, head to the aptly-named Sunset Lounge. Happy hour is from 18:00 to 20:00. Don't be late!

    reviewed

  9. H

    El Cocodrilo

    This old favorite still attracts gringos in the evening, using well-priced cocktails as bait.

    reviewed

  10. I

    Rick's

    A popular hole-in-the-wall in downtown Zihua features live music nightly and cold margaritas.

    reviewed

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  12. J

    La Noche

    La Noche is well loved for its convivial atmosphere and buff bartenders.

    reviewed

  13. Bar de Felix

    Bar de Felix is a sedate lounge with comfy couches and chill-out Spanish music.

    reviewed

  14. K

    Sama Bar

    Sama Bar is a likable small place with big martinis.

    reviewed

  15. Señor Frogs

    This brash, ebullient good-time joint gets wild on weekends.

    reviewed

  16. L

    Joe’s Oyster Bar

    This popular spot perched over the beach is OK for a sunset drink in the early evening, but it goes ballistic after 11pm when it’s packed with college kids dancing on tables, chairs and each other. On a tiny lane that connects Avenida Playa Gaviotas to the beach.

    reviewed