Encanto - Puerto Vallarta

This restaurant is one of the best small restaurants in Puerto Vallarta. It is off the beaten path, but don't let that stop you. If you like big meals that are more than you need, this is not your place. The food here is in small portions, but is of spectacular quality. I've been coming to PV for many years, but this is without a doubt my favorite place. I hate telling people about this because I'd like to keep it to myself. Very, very reasonable. Wonderful ambience. The service is better than most in PV. Please don't be overly effusive and let the secret out.

This was our first visit to Encanto but certainly not our last. The decor is warm an inviting as were the staff, Enrique was our waiter and saw to our every need and had a contagious sense of humour. Our table of four shared the crab cakes and the peach and Brie quesadilla scrumptious. Enrique then brought an order of corn cakes for us to sample, equally as tasty. The entrees were very yummy all around however the coconut shrimp my sister in law ordered was the leader. None of us were thinking dessert but Enrique was, as he brought out four churro bowls with ice cream, gratis as were the corn cakes. A walk was in order and we made our way to the Malecon, once we made sure we picked up Encanto's business cards to pass onto our friends. Till next time......

Don’t miss this spot but plan an hour minimum. Slow down and enjoy a wonderful dining experience. See early reviews.

Delightful riverside bistro, coupled with nightly entertainment.

Another wonderful meal! Small place feels far away from the loud tourist area but really only about 3 blocks from the northbound bridge, Easy walk. Home- like setting. We had delicious fresh fruit margaritas, coconut shrimp and seafood chile relleno. Ive been here several times in the winter and it is always full, hard to get in. Take advantage of slow season. When we were there last week, only 1 other table occupied. Same great food and service.