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Where to eat Spanish food in Boca de Tomatlan: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Spanish food in Boca de Tomatlan, Jalisco, Mexico including Mi Ranchito, Hacienda de Oro, 116 Pulpito Gastro Bar, Azul Bistro, La Ronda
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1. Mi Ranchito
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Come experience the most beautiful area that Vallarta has to offer. Relax in one of our lounge chairs in front of the beach or river and let us take care of the rest! If you are looking to experience real Mexico in a beautiful, safe and relaxed environmen
Reviewed By MikeLondonSE
15/5Once again we were here, thirteen months after our last evening meal visit (19/3/18 and review published 20/3/18).This time there was no Canadian woman serving as technically it was (just) off season, albeit still quite busy for late lunch on a Thursday, with North American tourists (and us) included amongst the Mexican tourists.We were assailed by a waiter as we got close so I assured him that we would be eating there. Luckily our favourite table on the beach by the pier was free at 12:43 and we grabbed it, the waiter rearranging the chairs under the parasol out of the sun. We sat down and were presented with the menus. First off were the drinks....two Micheladas (45) and a Negra Modelo (35).The prices on the menu had obviously gone up over a year (as they all have) but this is a special place and our 'regular'. It is also good value! I referred to my TA review iOS 'notes to find we awarded it 5/5 in March 2018.The drinks came quickly as well as the bowl of tortilla chips and bowls of halved tiny limes, finely chopped tomato salad and spicy tomato sauce. At 1pm we were toasting to the sea and a good meal ahead.The menu had the usual options and of course we stuck to sea food. My friend a fried red snapper with Garlic (160), our friend a Shrimp Burrita (200). I asked what the fish was for the Fish Sarandeado (330 a kilo) and it was also red snapper.The waiter introduced himself as Cairo and said he would bring a fish for me to see.Sure enough he came with a huge red snapper and said it was 1.2kg so around 390 pesos (£16) and caught this morning. Its eyes were brilliant and I said yes rather hastily. I was on the phone to a friend on San Francisco so was distracted! He said it would take half an hour but we were in no hurry.Off he went. We discussed the fact that it would feed all three of us so my friend's own red snapper could be cancelled. I rushed to the back kitchen to explain, cancel or ask for a smaller fish and take a photo of that glorious specimen! Cairo explained it was the only one he had and my friend's was already being fried. He was setting up the BBQ from scratch so I thought half an hour was optimistic. I took some pics of the fish.I returned to the table and my friend says he was obviously a salesman getting shot of a large (albeit fresh) fish to a gullible punter who was glad to be back again. He was also worried that the cook might cut a fillet off and serve it as the main dish for our friend (that has happened elsewhere where an obvious slice was taken out of the large whole fish I had ordered).At 1:30 my friends meals arrived. Mine was obviously going to take longer but my friend's Burrita was very large and tasty accompanied by a small salad.At 1:45 our friend's Red Snapper arrived and it was big whole fish (not a fillet as feared) with a salad and a scoop of rice and a dollop of refried beans. I could quite happily have ordered that as that is what I originally expected. I was still not sure just how much the fish would actually cost as it was estimated at at 2.5 times the cost.My friends tucked in and were very impressed with each dish. I was beginning to wonder if either of them could help me eat and finish my fish.At 1:56 my fish arrived on a metal tray lined with aluminium foil, butterflied and surrounded by big portions of salad and fruit with big bowls of beans and rice. On top of that huge meal for me the basket of tortillas was presented. I had taken my Michelaand tortilla chips very slowly so as not to lose my appetite; just as well I did!My friends were well into their generous meal so I concentrated on the fish. It was delicious with huge chunks of flesh able to be 'carved' off. This time we had knives and forks (in San Blas they do not use knives) and after ten minutes it became a bit overwhelming. Luckily my friend had finished his burrito and still had an appetite to help me out, although really forcing himself. My fish friend was very happy with what he had and could not assist me. After a while the task became rather onerous. This fish could have easily fed us all. if I had ordered it first and seen what was on offer then we would have concentrated on that only (as we did many years ago somewhere else). Eventually the fish was consumed, including the fiddly bits. By then I needed a beer to help it down as the sauce was very rich and overpowering. As my small plate filled with bones the waiter offered to replace it (standard practice as the small table could not accommodate large plates as there was too much food and accompaniments on it).When the fish was reduced to bones, fins, a tail and most of the head left I started (at 2:30) and finished the substantial garnish of fruit and salad. I could only manage a bit of the rice and could not face the beans (or their repercussions!). I had a few tortillas, chips with sauce and another beer. I was very full and as usual left my plate clan (save a bit of rice and all the beans, rare for me).A passing woman selling flans approached us with her delights and (albeit quite full) I bought a slice of nut pie (30) which we all shared. It was a delicious pecan pie (geared to North Americans no doubt) and rounded off the meal nicely. The waiter actually supplied us with tree plates and forks especially as this must be a deal they do as the restaurant does not offer deserts. I remember we did the same a previous year.Time for a dip! My friends changed in the (basic but as clean as any beach toilet can be) toilet. I was prepared already wearing my trunks under my trousers. Nobody batted an eyelid as I disrobed and walked into the slightly swelling water. The tables were cleared of all the dirty plates but the waiter was happy to leave the chips, sauces and bowls of beans and rice. He never hurried us off that table and our swims and walks were prolonged, although we did order another round of beers and Micheladas! He saw us coming but we were happy to be entertained by him. There were two or three other waiters too serving other groups, one couple I chatted to also had a lovely meal, drinks, swim, walkabout and more drinks.We had pride of place on the beach, other diners came and went whilst we enjoyed 4.5 hours at our table. We met the owner Juana, who remembered my friends from last year (but not me - no points knocked off though!). She obviously had employed a good salesman and we talked about the Canadian woman who had served us last year although Juana could not remember her. I think the Canadian helped out for being fed whilst staying there long term.We were expecting quite a big bill, not having actually had an actual costing for The Fish! Eventually we just had to leave this paradise and have a long walk around the bay and sit down on the beach to work it off! At 5:05 we ordered the bill and it arrived handwritten and an accurate 1105. The waiter had automatically added (an American size) tip of 15% to make it 1270pesos (£52) but we were not going to complain at that as we had had over four hours of eating, drinking, lounging, walking and swimming. We paid in cash, leaving no more than that as we still felt we had been oversold The Fish although £/kg it was a better deal than the standard fried fish my friend had. Last year our bill for a regular meal (no Big Fish) was 630 and they adde a 9% service charge automatically, so that has gone up! The atmosphere and people/activity watching was the same, although we got our feet wet with the occasional big wave!We left happy, as they were too, having shifted That Fish and sold quite a few beers and Micheladas! We bad farewell to the Juana, Cairo and even the kitchen staff who are often forgotten, working in intense heat.At some point I looked up the wifi as my 4G SIM had expired. Cairo said that there was no wifi as they have no signal, otherwise I would have looked up my previous TA menu postings (which I delete from my phone after posting). We had a good time again though, obviously, hence our returning to tat one table spot! We have not even ventured next door. You can obviously eat cheaper off the beach but this place is just fab. I think if you tried to have a swim mid meal on any of the posh or not so posh beach restaurants on the PV beach strip you may get some looks, comments or requests from management!BTW - This time we did not get our feet wet as we were eating! Next time......?
Most Popular Mexican food in Boca de Tomatlan, Jalisco, Mexico
2. Hacienda de Oro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By watravelinggal
We visited the gardens yesterday. We stopped for lunch.I totally agree with the other reviews. Everything was excellent: service, location, view, food tastes, food quantity, presentations, and price. We started our meal with the complimentary, non alcoholic "Lady Gaga" drink!!! A fun start to the meal. We ordered the rustic avocado salad and the grilled shrimp and bacon pizza. We were also provided with cucumbers spears.We did not finish the food, tho we tried! It was so good. We brought home 1/2 of it to complete another time or two.Julio was our server. I cannot over state his excellence.Non intrusive but always on point, gracious, kind.The views are lush and green with hummers flying about. There is greenery everywhere and a cooling breeze.Oh, my husband had the coffee. I tasted it. It was good enough that I bought a package of it to take home. It is locally sourced and organic.This was a super experience within the lovely garden complex. If the restaurant was a bit closer to PV we would go repeatedly.
3. 116 Pulpito Gastro Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 607 reviews
Temporarily closed for Summer Break from 12 September to 8 October. Temporalmente cerrado del 12 de septiembre al 8 de octubre
Reviewed By zebralb
We have been going to 116 Pulpito for several years now. We generally go on Mondays for their Tapas night. I love their tapas! They are so inventive. We always have the sangria with our meals. Their sangria is outstanding. We love the staff there also, especially Benja. He's such a nice person!My only suggestion for tapas night is not to toast the bread too hard. I actually cut the inside of my cheek on a piece of bread (not badly). Last year (2018), I don't remember the bread being toasted that hard.With that being said, this is a wonderful, small restaurant with really good food and service.Give it a try!
Most Popular International food in Boca de Tomatlan, Jalisco, Mexico
4. Azul Bistro
Overall Ratings
5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By MauiWorldTravelers
If youâre looking for a good breakfast in a low vibe setting, youâll like Azul. Being located away from the beach and major streets, itâs void of crowds which is why we returned. FOOD:Fruit Plate Seasonal - $3.25 USDThe spouseâs dish. In addition to the fruits, the bowl was also topped with yogurt and granola. The spoonful I had was fresh & delicious. Generous portion for the price. Vegetarian Omelet - $5.00 USDDonât judge me as I added bacon (and not charged for it) to the mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach and asparagus-filled omelet. Gotta have a salty meat with my eggs! Fluffy and folded, it also came with a few sticks of crispy seasoned salt steak fries and fresh melon. SERVICE:Down home and friendly! Love the ladies here who always take excellent care of us. OVERALL:2020 canât come soon enough!
Best Contemporary food near Boca de Tomatlan, Jalisco, Mexico
5. La Ronda
Overall Ratings
4 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By ff1095
This is one of my favorite places to eat. Food is always good and fresh.Tried the Red Snapper this time and it was great. The prices are very reasonable and I would recommend La Ronda for anyone looking for a great home cooked meal.
