11 Dinner Experiences in Puerto Vallarta Worth Booking

1.Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,667 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) Our pick

Sail from Puerto Vallarta to Las Caletas for a sunset cruise, candlelit international buffet, open bar, and a large outdoor show with music, dance, acrobatics, and fire performers. The evening lasts about five hours and includes standard seating, but expect extra port and island fees.

“Everything was wonderful. A lot of people at the show, but it was very organized going from the show to dinner. The show was incredible, felt like I was in Disney World. Highlight of our vacation!”

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2.Puerto Vallarta Rhythms of the night, Show & Buffet dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 219 reviews · 5 hours · from $129Best value

Cruise at sunset from Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta to Las Caletas, a boat-only beach setting. Enjoy a candlelit buffet, drinks, and a jungle amphitheater show built around the legend of the Five Suns, with music, acrobatics, dance, and special effects.

“The rhythm of the night was fantastic as it is first time for us to experience something like this, including food, alcohol, and the transportation from the shore to the island. Coming from Canada, which was -3°C during the time when we were traveling, this experience was beautiful & we were also celebrating our second engagement anniversary anniversary on this night. The people, tour guide and all the people who ever took apart for the rhythm of the night show where fantastic and kudos to the entire team for putting up such a show! Even when we were travelling on the boat boat two and throw they were a group…”

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3.Tasting Vallarta Progressive Dinner Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $134Top rated

Join a small group at 6 pm for a four-hour progressive dinner through Puerto Vallarta. Guides such as Paz, Kaitlyn, Frankie, and Steven lead you from Centro to the Malecon and Rio Cuale, with seven tastings, four craft-cocktail pairings, and dessert at River Cafe.

“Paz was wondering guide. She was energetic and made it fun. We went to places we wouldn’t have found by ourselves Had food an drinks that we wouldn’t have known about. Tons food. Would highly recommend”

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4.Pirate Ship Premium Dinner Cruise with Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $180

Board a pirate ship in Puerto Vallarta at 4:30 pm for a four-hour evening of live music, a theatrical pirate show, six dinner choices, unlimited premium drinks, preferred seating, and fireworks over Banderas Bay. The performance can include scenes better suited to older children.

“Super fun trip - tons of energy by the crew which got the audience excited and moving along as well. We did have to explain to our 5 year old that it was all a show, no one died and that the pirates where actually actors and not bad. He also wanted to understand why the balloon popping game was so funny to the adults- lol. Such a great time , the drinks where strong and the whole night had great energy.”

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5.Taco102 – dinner taco walk – all inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Join Memo, Eduardo, or another Vallarta101 guide at 6 pm for an all-inclusive taco dinner in Old Town and Downtown Puerto Vallarta. Visit up to four family-run taco spots, taste as many as ten varieties, and enjoy beer, aguas frescas, soft drinks, and dessert with a group capped at seven.

“We so enjoyed our Taco102 tour with Memo. He is exceptionally personable and knowledgeable. He provided a relatable experience. Every bite of every taco was delicious. Memo tried to tell us to pace ourselves, but because the tacos were so good, we didn’t listen and were so full by the time we got the third vendor, we could only have a bite. Please listen to Memo and think of the tour as more of a tapas experience than full taco meals. Take a small group, be adventurous and try everything. You will not be disappointed!😋”

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6.Pirate Show and Dinner on a Cruise in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $268

Sail Puerto Vallarta Bay at sunset on a 700-ton wooden pirate galleon. You’ll get dinner, an open bar, live music, games, costumed characters, special effects, and fireworks during a four-hour evening cruise. The $268 price includes dinner and entertainment, but not transport, tips, or the $3 port fee.

“There was no communication by operator when we tried to contact them for exact meeting location via Viator app. After not hearing from them, we decided to call operator directory and they said the excursion was canceled. This was same day of excursion. Had we not called, we would have shown up and had been even more disappointed (and out taxi fare). Good thing we checked:”

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7.Dinner Under the Sea + Pirate Show in Puerto Vallarta Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $230

Board a 700-ton galleon at 4:30 pm for a four-hour Puerto Vallarta Bay cruise with an underwater-themed dinner, six meal choices, premium open bar, bilingual pirate entertainment, dancing, and fireworks. The experience ends where it begins at the marina.

“The show was fun and interactive, and the dinner was tasty! I loved my pirate, Alvin! He treated us well and was a ton of fun!”

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8.Show Evening Rhythms, Dinner Buffet, Boat Trip – Classic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $196

Cruise Banderas Bay at sunset, then dine by candlelight at Las Caletas and watch an outdoor show of music, drums, stunts, and storytelling. The evening includes an open bar, buffet with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices, and a boat ride back to Puerto Vallarta. Minimum age is 6.

“Pricey but well worth it. The show was world class. The tropical setting is breathtaking. All the staff members are very friendly and accommodating. Be prepared for showers during the rainy season. Umbrellas are provided.”

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9.Night Cruise at Puerto Vallarta, Pirate Show & Dinner!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $272

Set sail from Puerto Vallarta Marina at 5:30 pm aboard a galleon for a four-hour dinner show with live music, pirate comedy, bay views, fireworks, and a national open bar. The evening is lively and adult-leaning, with pirates such as Ruly, Alligator, and Alvin praised for personal service.

“Updated review of Pirate Ship evening cruise New Year’s 2025/ 2026.”

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10.Night Rhythms – Alma – Show and Dinner in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

You’ll cruise from Puerto Vallarta to Las Caletas for a sunset boat ride, candlelit gourmet dinner, open bar, and Alma, a live show of music and acrobatics. The evening lasts about five hours, starts at Puerto Mágico, and returns to the same terminal. Minimum age is six.

“We paid $380 USD for VIP EXPERIENCE.Why not include all fees up front!! Terrible first start to our experience. Ruined the night”

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11.Picnic or Romantic Dinner on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Let Vicente and the Landing Tours team arrange a private two-person beach celebration in Puerto Vallarta. At 6:00 pm, choose a three-course meal, pizza, heart-shaped sushi, or a cheese and deli board, with pickup offered and sunset photos possible.

“It was amazing. They came and picked us up and had a beautiful setup on the beach and took amazing sunset photos of us. It was my birthday so the sushi platter had a Happy Birthday topper on it and sushi was delicious.l also got me a birthday cake and sang Happy Birthday to me. It was a wonderful experience.”

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