El Dorado Restaurant - 48380 Puerto Vallarta

Our expectations were left in the dust. Made a 7:00 reservation on a Tuesday but they couldn't guarantee requested table location. Hostess walked us to our table, ocean front. Just as they were lighting the tiki torches. Stunning location. Ahi Poke, is in the running for the best we have ever had. Actually went back the next night just for that as a late night snack. The White Corn Cream soup is decadent. As is the From the Sea. Every plate was completely clean when we finished. And you must ask for Alan to be your server. He is OUTSTANDING. Our evening concluded with Mexican Coffee, only available on quiet nights. It is a spectacle for the senses from presentation to the very last drop. We WILL be back.

I'll start with the best part! They have some really great food and a great view of the beach. I had the Mesquite Grilled Catch Of The Day which was really interesting. The taste of the fish and the capers with the butter sauce was incredible. The fish and the vegetables were perfectly spiced and the texture was great. The rice was alright but a little on the boring side. My girlfriend had the fish tacos and really enjoyed them. She said they has the perfect amount of spice to them with the Chipotle. She had them grilled. We also shared the fried calamari. I personally thought they could have been fried longer, but I like them crispy. Many people like them the way they came out here. It's a matter of personal opinion. Lots of big pieces. Just too chewy for my liking. The service was really good and really attentative. I only deducted one of the stars because the food wasn't perfect but it was still really good and I would certainly come back. I would say they should add another option or two to their menu however.

We had such a great time there. Great food and amazing service! The sunset and fire torches they setup at night were absolutely romantic and unforgettable. We will be back

Excellent food, service and ambiance. I had the pan seared tuna and it was perfect. (Pricing is in pesos) Went back and had the Caribbean Lobster. Perfectly cooked. Amazing!

Amazing food and beautiful atmosphere with your feet in the sand. We were there at sunset for hubbies birthday. Perfecto! Prices are about on par with a nice restaurant in the states, maybe a little less. Well worth it.

I give this restaurant five stars but if I could rate our server, Eli, I would give him 100 stars. So friendly and funny and a genuinely nice person. The food was outstanding, I had the lobster and my husband had the El Dorado fish special. Eli even made a cocktail himself that he said would be the best that we have ever had and he was right. The mariachi band came by and played us a song and the sun was setting and it was just the perfect setting for the perfect dinner. There are lots of restaurants on the beach but without a doubt you should come to this one and if you can get Eli as your server, you will be in for a beautiful experience. Thank you, Eli and team for treating us so well!! We can’t wait to be back.

I went back to El Dorado THREE times during my two week stay! I really loved the food, the atmosphere, the staff, the live singers/musicians, the view. The dishes that stand out to me are the Braised Octopus appetizer, the Scallops entree, and the Profiteroles for dessert. Really amazing. The views of sunset while sitting on the beach with your toes in the sand is MAGICAL - what an experience...

This is a fun spot to try if you want good food with a postcard-worthy view. They have open air indoor dining, or you can even dine right on the beach if you so desire. The prices are a bit high, but the quality is good. My favorite dish was the lobster and bone marrow tacos. I think it cost $25 and you get 2 small tacos. They were fantastic though. The only annoying part is the vendors that walk back and forth trying to sell you their wares. Watching the sun go down in this charming place while eating good food is a great experience to have if you can afford it.