Puerto Vallarta is one of the best beach destinations in Mexico, as well as being one of the top places to eat in the world. Five of the best restaurants offer international cuisine.

Barcelona Tapas

The restaurant is located near the bay of Puerto Vallarta. Excellent bread is one of the homemade flavors on the menu.

The menu is created and personally supervised by William Carballo, chef and owner of Barcelona Tapas, who offers a service that receives more than 40,000 people annually who enjoy their creations. Shrimp Cream is one of the highlights of the cuisine, along with the traditional Valencian Paella and many seafood recipes.

Spanish Tortilla, Chicken and Beef Pinchos, Pork Filet with Beans, Three Cheeses Eggplant, Grilled Asparagus, Shrimp in Garlic, and Baby Squid Mediterranean Style are just some of the specialties that diners can't go wrong with. There are lessons on how to cook Paella. The restaurant has a variety of special events, such as Paella for parties, cooking classes, and private events.

Café des Artistes

The restaurant in Puerto Vallarta has been open for over 30 years. The cuisine blends flavors of French cuisine with Mexican inspiration in the work of the founder, chef, who offers a sophisticated menu in an elegant atmosphere and service of the highest standards.

The original design of the first Café des Artistes is represented in several spaces by the creations of Chef Blouet and the Ballroom. The P'yote Lounge was designed by the renowned designer. The chef's table is called the House of Ghosts. The Private Lounge is only open to groups of 20 people.

Friends sharing a Mexican meal
The restaurants in Puerto Vallarta offer gastronomy with Mexican and international specialties.(Photo via Getty Images/Knape).

The Temptation Menu includes Laberynth Nopales (cactus), Green Risotto and Fresh Truffle, Bass, Roast Pork Belly, Foie Gras crme brlée and Habanero chile with passion.

Tartare Tuna, Iberian Table, Mussel Bowl, and Baked Cheese are some of the dishes that can be shared on this menu. There is a variety of hot and cold starters and sumptuous dishes. Mexican vino is included in a list of wines from 10 countries.

La Cappella

The gourmet restaurant is located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta, facing the bay and the city's beautiful cathedral, and is ideal for dinner with friends or family.

Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
The restaurants of Puerto Vallarta are considered among the best in Mexico. (Photo via Riviera Nayarit).

Salmon filet, slow-cooked Pork Leg, Chicken Escalopes with Caper Sauce, and baked lobster tail are just some of the world-class dinners at La Capella. Guests can choose from a wide range of national and international wines and signature cocktails made with European liqueurs and spirits.

La Cappella's desserts are some of the best in the world, from traditional Pavlova withPassion Fruit Sauce toGluten-free Cocoa Mousse.

La Leche

The diner can awaken their senses by interacting with stimulating dishes based on American cuisine at this exceptional restaurant.

The menu at La Leche will be reinvented every day thanks to local products. The specialties are diverse and constantly changing, although it is worth mentioning that its recipes of traditional Mexican dishes are made creatively with products full of aromas, texture, and flavors that are presented to stimulation the guests' senses.

The Roast Duck is one of the better ones. It's made with ducks raised on farms and fed between flowers and fruits that make their meat smell and taste better. The best national and international wines and liqueurs accompany some of the dishes that diners should not overlook.

Mi Cafe Restaurant & Coffee Shop

goat's cheese salads influenced by Greek cuisine, exotic oriental recipes, and even traditional Mexican chilaquiles are just some of the dishes that this restaurant serves.

The French toast, yogurt with exotic fruits, bacon and scrambled eggs, Eggs with Spinach and Sauce, and the successful Plum-cake are some of its great draws. Gourmet coffee options such as Latte, French and Ice cream are available to guests.

Although the dining experience is not typical of Mexican restaurants, the service is top-notch. It is believed that it is the best place to have breakfast in Puerto Vallarta.