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This is the place to get Restaurant & Music news.
Restaurant Telephone Numbers here   

Music Schedule for the Goodies HERE

Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio will be performing their brand of jazz standards and entertaining show for this week as follows:

Feb 24, 25, 26, 27 -Adriatico Ristorante, Bucerias - 7:30 to 10:30 pm (Every Tuesdays through Saturdays)
Feb 28, Saturday - Cuates y Cuetes, Playa Los Muertos - 7:30 to 10:30 pm
Mar 1, Sunday - Ritmos Cafe, Upstairs Lounge, Playa Los Muertos - 7:00 to 10:00 pm

 

The Puerto Vallarta Wine Fest will take place Feb. 23-28.  This year,
in addition to all the big names in PV, Frascati Ristorante, in La
Cruz de Huanacaxtle will be a participant. From Monday Feb 23rd to
Saturday Feb 28th, starting at 6 pm, they will offer a wine pairing
menu. Please reserve at 329-295-6185.  The menu will consist of: Mahi
Mahi Carpaccio with Sauvignon Blanc Varieltal/South Cone/Chile; Shrimp
Ravioles with Lobster Sauce with Chardonnay Varietal/Montgrass/Chile;
Beef Medallions with Boscaiolla Sauce (mushrooms and red wine
sauce)with Malbec/Alta Vista/Argentina; Three Chocolate Bomb (white,
dark y milk chocolate dessert) with Pinot Noir/Malma/Argentina.  The
price is $330.00 pesos per person.
 
Enjoy a traditional German feast at Black Forest Restaurant, La Cruz,
on Monday, 23rd of February starting  at 5 p.m.  In true Beer Fest
style, they will be celebrating all things German:
great beer, wholesome food; for example, Cabbage Rolls, Sauerkraut and
Sausages, and their proverbial German Gemütlichkeit!   Reservations
advised, please call (01329) 2955203 – or  email
 
At Britannia, La Cruz, there will be a Mardi Gras celebration on
Tuesday, Feb. 24.  The theme will be 50s and 60s rock and roll with
the band, Deep River.  Bring a decorated umbrella and join in the fun.
  Prizes for the best umbrella.  It all starts at 6 p.m.  Reservations
recommended at 329-295-5740.  The normal menu will be available plus,
ribs from Casa Lori.
On Wednesday, the 25th, it will be open mic night with the Margarita
special-drink the Margarita and keep the glass.
 
La Pajarita Restaurant, Camaron #200  (corner of Camaron and Pampano),
La Cruz will host a local seafood fiesta on Wednesday, February 25th.  Feast on the best that our beautiful Bay of Banderas has to offer with Chef Charlie Wilker's 7-course tasting menu, for only $500 pesos,  experience the best food in the bay! This is the first of many special, prix fixe dining event menus.  Every couple of weeks they will bring the flavors from different parts of the world to La Pajarita for your dining
pleasure.  Call or email for reservations as seats will go fast. Local
Cell: 322-158-4341, or office 329-295-5736 or

Eva´s Brickhouse  Call for reservations at 329-298-2238.

Sweet Thing´s  Lazaro Cardenas 64.

Frascati, La Cruz.  Call  329-29-56185 or Cel phone
322-1396-601. www.frascativallarta.com

Espressions

 At Mark's Bar and Grill,  Lazaro Cardenas 56. For Reservation  call 329 298-0303.

Sandrina's   For reservations, call 298-0273   www.sandrinas.com

 Black Forest Restaurant.  Marlin 16, La Cruz.  329-295-5203.  www.blackforestpv.com

 Karen's Place,  For reservations, call 32-298-3176.

At La Pajarita, Camaron 200, La Cruz, For Reservations call: 329-295-5736 office or 322-158-4341 cell or
email     lapajaritarestaurant@yahoo.com

Adriatico Restaurant, Bucerias'
 Please email or call Adriatico at (329)-298-6038  to reserve your table.

The famous, Tacos on the Street,in La Cruz, restaurant is now opening a fourth
day this season! They will be open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday for the rest of the year. Hours are 5;30-10 p.m. Jalisco.

At Pie in the Sky, Call 329-298-0838.

Weekly shows with The Mango Duo, Alfredo and Zoe, are Saturdays, at La
Pajarita Restaurant
, 7:30-9:30 Jalisco time; Sunday Brunch,  11am-1pm,
Jalisco at Hikuri, Art Gallery and Cafe
Address: Coral 66, La Cruz, (329) 295-5071.
Weekly shows with the Mango Trio: Alfredo, Zoe, and Jose Luis on drums
are Sundays, San Francisco (San Pancho), Mar Plata Restaurant,
6:30pm-8:30pm, www.marplata.com.mx 01-311-258-4424, 01-311-258-4425,
Calle de Palmas 130, Costa Azul.  Thursdays,  Bucerias,
The Twisted Rose, 6:30 to 9 pm Jalisco. corner of Mexico and Hildalgo, 01 (322)
146-3023

Latcho and Andrea will be playing in PV at the Ritmos Beach Cafe´s new
upstairs stage, www.ritmoscafe.com ) tel.322-2221371 on Sundays,
February 8 and 22 and March 8.  9.00pm.
For our complete schedule please visit www.latchoandrea.com .

Danny and Camila, The Frijoleros, perform Sunday mornings, 10 a.m. to
1 p.m., Jalisco, at Luna Luna, Camila's mother's restaurant.  Great
Mexican food but different from anything else in this area.  They also
perform most Wednesdays at the Twisted Rose, starting from 7-8 p.m.

Monday night is comedy night at the Twisted Rose. Calvin and Moore
take the stage at 8pm for a night full of music, song and laughter.
This unlikely pair combine their comedy with music so a great night´s
entertainment is guaranteed.
The Mexican Mariachi Party is now
happening every Wednesday. The schedule is: 7-9 pm, Danny and
Camilla, the Los Frijoleros play Mexican Folk Music. 9-10 pm, Aztec
Rituals and Fire Dancing. 10-11 pm,10 piece Mariachi Band. 11 pm-12
am, Son Llanero plays Jarocha music from Veracruz. No Cover Charge.
On Fridays, a new group playing all the tropical sounds of the
Caribbean. The band "Kiacalla" take the stage at 9 pm to help us
remember why we moved south of the border.


The Cafe des Artistes, in Punta de Mita, will present Salsa at Sunset.
The date is Tuesday, January 27, from 6-9 p.m., Jalisco. Los Hombres
del Negro will play authentic Cuban salsa. An admission price of $200
pesos, provides one cocktail and dance instruction.

Eva's Brickhouse is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For
breakfast, they will be serving Eggs Benedict, Eggs Florentine, eggs
any style with homemade hashbrowns and beans, burritos, omelets and
more. At lunch time, they will be serving our delicious burgers,
chicken grilled sandwishes, ribs, salads and much more. They also
plan to start a Saturday night special for Amigos de Bucerias. The
phone is 329 2982238.

 

Media Release from Adriatico Restaurant

Contact: armigranomusic@gmail.com

Armi Grano's Website: www.armigrano.com

Downloadable Pictures: www.armigrano.com

  

Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio are back for the second season at Adriatico Restaurant, Bucerias' latest addition to its roster of gourmet restaurants. The group's performances and repertoire will transport you to the jazz bars/cabaret in New York. Armi Grano, an international songstylist who is mainly based in Vancouver, Canada has made Bucerias, Nayarit her home during the winter months. She is one of the finest jazz vocalists on the contemporary jazz music scene today. Her genuine engaging personality has attracted fans from all over the world. With four albums recorded, Armi is enjoying sales and airplay all over Canada, USA, Mexico, England and Asia and is able to captivate audiences all over the world by singing in different languages including Spanish, English, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, and Filipino. Her influences include Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Astrud Gilberto and Anita O'Day, which have helped her to develop her own blend of music featuring an exciting mix of Latin, pop, swing and jazz. You'll fall in love with her distinct style and smooth clear voice. Catch one of Armi's live performances and you will be drawn to her polished singing style, moving interpretation and compelling stage presence. You can catch their shows between 7 to 10 pm every Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Adriatico located on Lazaro Cardenas and Galeana Streets, Bucerias.

 

Adriatico Ristorante

Address: Lazaro Cardenas & Galeana Sts, Bucerias, Nayarit

Tel: 329-298-6038

Reservation: reservations@adriaticoristorante.com

 

Armi Grano & the Viva Jazz Trio at Adriatico Restaurant

 

Piano: Gerry Palken

Bass: Doug DeMeerleer

Drums: Bill Steet

Calvin Coolidge and his partner will appear, again next Wednesday Jan 21, at
the Red Apple Place.

Senor Iguana's Restaurant & Bar is on the corner of Pacifico and Hidalgo. They still have 2 computers for your internet use. The new owners, from Canada, are a great couple of guys and have done up a menu to please all tastes. Only open a couple of months, the restaurant is already sporting a reputation for 'the BEST breakfast in town' and their dinner choices are fab.
Margaritas 2x1 and complementary internet & long distance calls to Canada & USA. Phone (329) 298 1656 for info or reservations.

Yo Yo's Bar for great sports' events! Ribs now on the menu!

Miguel Angel in Centro Bucerias at the Plaza will be hosting jazz nights with Armi Grano beginning in December.

Espressions
  Call 329-298-0749 or email mail@espressionscafe.com.

The Barefoot Beach Bar and Grill , a new restaurant in Bucerias on the beach, has 2 all you can eat specisls, one for meat and one for seafood. http://www.barefootbucerias.com/menu/ for more details. Hope to see you there.
David Puckett 
Barefoot Beach Bar and Grill
Calle del Pacifico #15
Phone: 329-298-6152 (Ask for Jeff)

The Jazz Duo PARR will be live at Adriatico each and every Sunday.  One of them plays the Sax.  They will be playing from 7 to 10pm. No Cover.
reservations recommended call 01(329) 298 6038 or email reservations@adriaticoristorante.com.
Our Christmas Eve and New Year´s Eve menus are ready.  Reservations are recommended. 
 For New Year´s Eve, we will be selling tickets and taking credit card reservations.

New Italian restaurant in Bucerias.  It is called
Toscana Mia.  It is located at Calle Hidalgo 25, across the street
from the Palacio Chino.   For reservations, call cell:322-149-1281.Marvelous!! 10AM to 10PM closed Sundays.

GREEN OLIVE Deli Gourmet has opened. Hidalgo #17 Tel: 298 0399
Soups, salads, rolls, pastas, wine, beer, coffees and desserts. Next to the vegetable & fruit store.

Near the corner of Hidalgo across from China Palace, SISCO a new internet with AC. They also sell, install, maintain and repair computers. Graphic design and the design of web pages is also on their list of services. Tel 298-3004 The number for their outlet in PV is 322 293 6592
info@siscopv.net or visit their web site www.siscopv.net

This is the new calendar of events at The Twisted Rose, located on the
corner of Hidalgo and Av. Mexico, Bucerias.
 To see all the photos of The Twisted Bar opening in Bucerias Mexico click here
Tuesdays - Enlace Musical plays all of your favourite songs in both
English and Spanish. From 9 till 12 Jalisco.
Wednesdays - Los Frijoleros play traditional Mexican folk music. From
7 till 10pm
Thursdays - The Mango Trio, Zoe, Al and Jose play Latin Jazz, Flamenco
and Acoustic Swing from 7.30 till 10pm
Fridays -  Classical Guitar and Troba singing, accompanied by rhythmic dance.
Saturdays -The Cuban Salsa band, Papo and his identical twin daughters
play from 9 pm till 12. Cover 30 pesos.  Salsa Dance classes will be
given at 8 pm on Saturdays, before the Salsa Music starts.  The class
costs 50 pesos and includes the 30 peso cover for the salsa night,
working out at 20 pesos for the class.
Beta Sigma Phi has placed a receptacle at The Twisted Rose for anyone
who has any warm clothes or blankets they would like to donate to help
keep local children warm this winter.  Please come and drop off
anything you can for this very necessary cause.
The Twisted Rose will change it´s closed day from Monday to Sunday
from this weekend on. Contact Hugh or Simon for any information or
reservations on 322-146-3023.

Bucerias Gardens has introduced new daily drinks specials which include high balls, beer, wines Mike renamed the band ( until Monte gets back) Groovin Revolution and will have guest artists.
Thursdays thru Mondays.
Open mic on Mondays
Kia Graham and his band will play on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
On Saturday nights we also Started Playing a game we call Tequila Alley. Last week The player got within one door of winning (700 pesos).
This Sat it goes up to 800 pesos.
Daily specials
See the bar menu here.
The product is Corona.
 www.buceriasgarden.com

Bucerias Gardens
3292980215
Vonage # 403 668 6441
Wanda 322 152 4272
John 322 1473413
House Vonage # 403 6689863



A new business for Bucerias!! Marvelous French pastries! They are open 8 am to 7 pm Vallarta time but on Sunday close at 12 noon. Coffee served too

Guillaume DEMAY - Délices de France open 8 to 7 and Sun till noon.
 # 3 calle Hidalgo  (same street the fruit & vegetable store El Chabacano is on and next to the crepe place)
Tel: +52 329 2983 940
www.delices-defrance.net
Take a look at their web site for more info

 

Crepes 7 days a week 10 to 2 - 7 to 11pm They also have fish along with dessert and lunch & breakfast crepes. Calle Hidalgo  (same street the fruit & vegetable store El Chabacano

The Bar Above, above Tapas del Mundo, Bucerias is open.  New desserts and the same great coffees and drinks.  Buddy will still be selling cookbooks benefiting Manos de Amor Casa Hogar. Take a virtual tour and see what you're missing! view Virtual tour  Check out his new palapa on
www.thebarabove.buceriasmexico.com

Call for reservations to (329) 298 1599

Latcho and Andrea, will be playing Gypsy music & Flamenco in PV at the
Ritmos Beach Cafe´s new upstairs stage,( www.ritmoscafe.com )
tel.322-2221371.(there is a map on the webpage)  Also, playing at
Sandrina's in Bucerias and Black Forest Restaurant in La Cruz.  For
their complete schedule please visit www.latchoandrea.com

The Octopus´s Garden Restaurant: reservations advised. tel: 295-5071, or 295-5 367,  No. 66 Coral Street, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. This
beautiful patio is well known for the Huichol art gallery, and the
name that comes from the "pulpos", the eight arm carousel HIKURI
T-shirt printing machines in the workshop above. - join us for a
wonderful evening!

My Mexican Kitchen would like to inform you of our latest activities for this, the holiday season:
We continue our catering services started last year of delicious, traditional Mexican food prepared for you in your home. This service varies from time-honored "antojitos" (appetizers) to our 5-course fine dinners. For special occasions to a get-together with friends, we can adapt the service to suit your needs. We are also showcasing special, Mexican traditional Christmas-time meals.
Our Art of Mexican Food cooking classes are now going strong in Bucerias's Art Walk Plaza. Classes are a hands-on experience, creating Mexico's well-loved flavors--some familiar and some surprisingly different. We offer nights with focuses on particular courses of a meal (salsas and appetizers, soups, etc.) as well as a once-a-week lesson on preparing an entire dinner. Classes are filling up, so reserve soon to give your guests or yourself a unique, delicious look into an important aspect of Mexican life.
Contact us with any questions or to request menu offerings or to make a reservation:  mymexicankitchen@yahoo.com or cell phone 322-116 4493.
Felices fiestas les deseamos a todos My Mexican Kitchen   
 
 

Eva´s Brickhouse is open.  The current cusine includes: Sea
Bass, Salmon, Coconut Prawns, Mahi-Mahi, Pastas, Chicken Marsala and
Filet Mignon. Enjoy a nice bottle of wine as you listen to the music
of Jose ¨Pepe¨ Calderon. As Eva´s Brickhouse has limited seating, she
suggests that you call for reservations. 329-298-2238 Galena 15
Buceras. Across from Marks Restaurant .

Pie In the Sky has decided to extend its Happy Hour from one day a
week  to every single day between 9 a.m. and 12 Noon.  We are offering
2x1 (best in the bay) coffee, tea, latte , cappuchino, y espresso,
with any purchase.  Experience their new partnership with  Hackl
Artisan Bread from Puerto Vallarta and Puebla.  They will be Hackl
bread's exclusive distributor in this North Bay area.  They are also
distributing Hackl bread in the Puerto Vallarta location. Order by
phone and your bread will be  delivered fresh daily to either
location.  329-298-0838. 322-223-8189.

Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio will begin their new season at
Adriatico on December 2, 2008 at 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm.  No cover
charge. Reservations recommended 329-298-6038 or
info@adriaticoristorante.com.

 

Go to La Pajarita Restaurant, La Cruz,  for your Football Sunday's!!!
They have the NFL and NHL packages for all the games this season.
they will be serving the best burger in town and the coldest beer
around.
They will be open for dinner at 5pm  Wednesday - Saturday night
through November.

Frascati's, La Cruz,  For reservations, call
329-29-56185 or email
info@frascatilacruz.com

Tapas del Mundo is open 7days a week. Food orders before 8:30pm please

Mark's Bar and Grill,Call 329-298-0303
or email marksbarandgrill@yahoo.com.

La Pajarita Restaurant  is located in La Cruz on Camaron #200, which is on the corner of Camaron and Pampano.
From the highway, turn at the Salud (Calle Atun), go 2 blocks, turn
right on to Calle Camaron, one block to Calle Pampano.  You will see
it on the quiet corner.
They will be open 5 nights a week at 5 PM, Tuesday-Saturday with Chef
Charlie Wilker in the kitchen. The small, exciting menu will change
regularly.  Enjoy a wonderful meal and a cold drink.

 Todo Verde is here to serve you a healthy,
tasty, filling meal. Specialties are European-style baguettes and
Make-Your-Own salads with organic ingredients when available. Open
from 7 am for breakfast until 6 pm, with light to filling meals.
Located at Lazaro Cardenas 500, across the street from the La Vida
housing development. With healthy and delicious, you can't go wrong!!
Tel. 044-322-148-5310.  For the opening, they are offering a free
'agua fresca' with the purchase of any sandwich or salad!!
 

Arriba Restaurant and Bar, La Cruz. John and Carol, formerly of
Caledonia Restaurant have opened Arriba, on
Tuesday 21 October. It is situated next to the church above La Cruz
Inn and overlooking the plaza in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. The menu,
based on comfort food, will have one or two of the old favorites but
also a number of new additions. Opening hours will be from 6.00 pm
Monday thru Friday. Breakfast is available
between 8.30 and 11.30 am.

At Philo's, in La Cruz, the kitchen remodel is nearly finished. They
are adding a large outdoor grill, so this season, starting in
November, they will be adding steaks, BBQ ribs and BBQ chicken to our
menu. And yes, they will still be cooking the now famous Philo's
Pizzas.

My Mexican Kitchen is branching out--cooking school!  They will be
starting our Art of Mexican Cooking classes in the near future at the
Bucerias Art Walk Plaza and are excited to teach you the secrets to a
delicious Mexican meal.  They are asking  potential customers to let
them know what they have always wanted to learn how to cook. So far,
they are including sumptuous salsas, spicy soups and some of the
standards such as chiles rellenos (with an authentic twist--chipotle
chiles!) What else tickles your taste buds and makes you think, "How
do they make that!? I wish I could wow my friends and family cooking
that!"? Let them know at mymexicankitchen@yahoo.com

Sunset's Beach Bar
(2 1/2 blocks from the plaza on the beach road)
Av. del Pacifico #15
329 298 2888 or 322 172 0585
 We are located right at the beach, we open from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
We have live sports Food served from 11:00  am until 10:00 pm
Credit Cards Welcome        Lazy Days, Party Nights !!!!!
LIVE MUSIC.....COMING SOON !!!!

Mariscos Tino's have three locations-El Pitallal, Punta de
Mita and Laguna Tino's in Nuevo Vallarta.  Phone numbers are
322-224-5584 and 322-225-2171.

Frascati la Cruz remains open all week 5-10 pm. Try their mexican
specialties and chiles en nogada (excellent) at $155 pesos.  They also
offer specially designed menus for groups and special occasions
(meetings, lunch with clients, reunions, events, etc.) Reservations
329-295-6185 or
info@frascativallarta.com

Movie night - Tuesday 21rst 8 p.m. VIP Lounge. Marina Riviera Nayarit.
 will feature Tom Hanks in That Thing That You Do.  Please make your
reservation.  María Joaquina Sierra, Yacht Club Marina Riviera Nayarit
(329) 295 59 31 ext. 110 or Cel. (322) 120 30 09
msierra@clubdeyateslacruz.com.mx

The Black Forest Restaurant  Hours are Sunday -Friday, from 6-10 p.m. Closed Saturdays.

El Buen Vino, the wine bar on Av. Mexico 27, Bucerias, offers weekly
tastings on Tuesdays at 8pm. One is a more casual tasting which costs
50 pesos, where they taste a few wines and they put out bread and
cheese plates. The other one is more like a wine course. One of their
distributers is a sommelier and he conducts a sit down tasting, going
through every varietal of wine. He also does a sensory aspect of it
with different scents that might be in that particular varietal. This
tasting is 100 pesos.

The Marina Riviera Nayarit Yacht Club, in La Cruz, has a new schedule:
The restaurant will be open Tuesday to Saturday. from 2-10 p.m.,
offering lunch, dinner and VIP menus. On Sunday, they are open from 8
a.m to 6 p.m. Closed Mondays.
The Deli is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed
Monday. The VIP lounge is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 6:00.
 

Espressions Restaurant Bar We are open year round, only closed on Sundays
Fish and chip specials on Mondays, then Tuesday thru Saturday featuring  steaks, two daily specials, burgers and salads and much more.
Live music from Antonio Marquez three nights a week.
We are two blocks up from Bungalows Arroyo on Agustin Melgar or one block behind the car wash on the lateral before the Decameron going south. And we don't do timeshare!!
Come on in and spend an enjoyable evening with us .....Mike & Dayna

The Shamrock Irish Pub has changed happy hour back to 5 to 7pm by
popular demand, 2 for 1 on all national drinks. Still open 7 days a
week 11am till 1am, serving great food.  On Wednesday, they have
"ENLACE" playing the best of yesterday and today, an excellent range
of songs including Latino, Salsa etc.
Friday night is party night, always good fun themed nights with drink
specials and give aways.


Ixta's is now offering a Mexican Dinner Special on Wednesdays from 3pm to closing.
Pick a soup or salad, an entree and a dessert...  All for 100 pesos:

1.  CHOOSE A SOUP OR SALAD
 
    
2.  CHOOSE AN ENTREE
    
          All entrees served with beans and rice

3.  CHOOSE A HOMEMADE DESSERT

  
COMPLETE DINNER 100 PESOS

10 Peso Coronas or Pacificos
25 Peso Lime Margaritas
Table wine and cocktails also available

There is another new pizza place in town.   Pizzas Portobella is next
to the ladies plus size store and the electrical shop on the west side
of the highway,  south of the car wash. (Agustin Melgar).  Until June
15,  they have 2 for 1 pizzas. Hours are noon to 10 p.m. Jalisco time.
Phone 298-3530.

Quinto di Francisco, the little Italian restaurant on the corner of
Agustin Melgar and Constituyentes, is closed Mondays and Tuesdays for
the summer.  It will be open at 5 p.m., Wednesday thru Sunday.
 
A new cybercafe, with different kinds of services, has opened at Ave.
Las Palmas 8, in Bucerias.   The name is Airdoggiecito.   The
following are offered: new computers, high speed internet, printing
services, fax, copies and scanner services, office supplies, computer
repairs & sales.  They also provide help in any government
applications & payments to national and foreign people, like
immigration papers and tenancy. Tel. 329-298-6091, hours are 9-9,
Monday to Saturday.

Eva's Brickhouse Telephone 329 298 2238 or email : evasbrickhouse@gmail.com

Sweet Thing, Lazaro Cardenas 64, is now open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
daily, except Wednesday.  Breakfast is available all day and great
sandwiches for lunch.  Also, check the community bulletin board
provided by Manos de Amor, while you are there.

El Arrayan Call 322-222-7195

Belushis Hokey Bar - A new "fun bar' has opened on Av Lazaro Cardenas #108, just 2 blocks from the Royal Decameron Hotel. It is reported they have 'heavenly burgers' and play hokey every other night.

The Shamrock Irish Pub and lounge in Bucerias, is open 7 days a week from 11am till 1am.
Call 329 298 3073 or
 Email - theshamrockbar@gmail.com
with any enquires.

 

 There is a new Italian restaurant in town called La Quinta di
Francesco.  This one has very reasonable prices.  It is located on the
corner of Agustin Melgar and Constituyentes, one block off the lateral
by the car wash and one block toward the lateral from Espressions. The
food is good and plentiful.  Francesco, the owner, had a special
opening night for invited guests.  He donated all proceeds equally to
Manos de Amor and R.l.S.E., the orphanage in Puerto Vallarta.
 
Karen's Place, on the beach in Bucerias, .
Reservations:  call 329-298-3176 or email:
karensplacebucerias@yahoo.com.

Mark's Bar and Grill, Lázaro Cárdenas 56, Bucerias,   
For reservations: call 329-298-0303 or email:
marksbarandgrill@yahoo.com.
 
At Frascati's, La Cruz,  Reservations 295-6185 or frascatilacruz@yahoo.com
Ave. Langosta 10 en La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
 
Black Forest, La Cruz, 
Call for details or reserve now. Phone 329-295-5203 or e-mail

Frascati's, La Cruz
, is starting a Preferred Customer Program, and the
management of Frascati, as a token of appreciation, is giving away the
Frequent Customer Card to all the locals, foreigners and nationals of
Banderas Bay.  With the card, you will be part of our preferred
customer program, and you will receive a 10 per cent discount on your
dinners.
The card can be picked up at Frascati's,  (Open all week 5-11 pm) with
Sebastien Defayes, or inquire by email (frascatilacruz@hotmail.com).

Miguel Angel Restaurant, in Bucerias Centro. For more
info and to book your reservation, please call Miguel at 329-298-2275
or email: armigrano@hotmail.com

La Cascada, La Cruz,  will be closed Sundays and Mondays starting
Sunday Jan 13th

Armi Grano and the Viva Jazz Trio has found a regular gig at the brand
new restaurant in Bucerias called "Adriatico's".  Adriatico's is
located on Lazaro Cardenas, across from Mark's.  Armi will play there
every Tues, Wed, Thurs and Fri from 7 to 10 pm.  As for the
restaurant, be sure to take a fat wallet because Bucerias has never
seen prices like these.

Britannia, La Cruz,
Texas Hold'em Poker on Thursdays; the bar opens at 6:30 p.m.


There are now four nights with live music at Le Reve, La Cruz:
Mondays - Bossanova with Cristina and Nacho, a very good Mexican
singer, guitarist pair. Wednesdays - Son Jarocho, that is Veracruz
folk music with El Rojo, the lost Viking! Fridays - Electro-Tango with
Gus and the Extremos (Gus, an excellent guitarist, was one of the
founding members of the group Sombreros Verdes that later became Mana)
Saturdays - Rumba Flamenca with the Tatewari, three very talented
young musicians from La Cruz.     La Reve/Hikuri is roasting coffee
now - organic fair-trade coffee from Chiapas - freshly roasted and
ground  to your taste. The Gallery and Coffee are open 7 days a week
from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.(sometimes later) and the Restaurant is open from
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 10.30 p.m.every day except Tuesday. And.
they are starting a video-night at Le Reve - Sundays and Wednesdays,
beginning Sunday,  Feb 11th (no charge, film begins at 7.30 p.m.
Jalisco time).  Drop on by for the program.

Congratulations to Los Frijoleros!! There is a new, little Frijolera,
born on Thursday, January 31st.  She is, as yet, unnamed.  She is
cute!  Weighing in at 4.1 kilos, she is round and firm and fully
packed.


Latcho and Andrea will be playing Gypsy music & Flamenco Fridays at Black Forest Restaurant, La Cruz, starting Nov. 23rd. 329-298-5203.  They are also playing now, on Thursdays at Don Pedro´s, Sayulita. 329- 291-3090

Salsa, merengue, bachata, and cha cha classes are now available at
Mango's Dance Cafe in La Cruz.  All levels taught (beginning,
intermediate, and advanced).  No partner necessary, there will be
plenty of people to dance with!  Afternoon and evening classes taught
Wednesday thru Sunday.  Call for class schedule.
Each class is 80 pesos or 550 pesos/8 classes/month.
Private lessons are also available for 350 pesos.
Kids (ages 5-12) classes are 400 pesos/12 classes/month
Mango's Dance Cafe, Camaron 200.  Tel: 329-295-5736  Ask for Brian or Jeannette

Sandrina's, Lázaro Cárdenas 33, Bucerias:  
For reservations: call 329-298-0273 or email: www.sandrinas.com

Black Forest Restaurant, in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle,
 Reservations recommended. Call 329-295-5203 or email: contact@blackforestpv.com

Karen's Place, on the beach in Bucerias, .
Reservations:  call 329-298-3176 or email:
karensplacebucerias@yahoo.com.

Mark's Bar and Grill, Lázaro Cárdenas 56, Bucerias,   For reservations: call 329-298-0303 or email:
marksbarandgrill@yahoo.com.

Ixta, Lázaro Cárdenas 500, Bucerias,   For reservations: Call 329-298-3486.


La Quinta Bar and Grill, Agustin Melgar, Bucerias, has changed their
hours to 12 noon to 10 p.m.  Telephone: 329-298-3919.

Swimmers i
s a new restaurant that has opened in Punta de Mita. They
are located at the far end of restaurant row, nearest to the surfing
waves. They offer a varied menu as well as whale watching and
snorkeling excursion tours to the Tres Marieta Islands. Surfing
lessons as well surfboard and paddle boat rentals are also part of the
beach club type of experience. For more information or to book boat
tours or surfing lessons, call Swimmers at 329-291-5418.
 

 
Bambú Café has re-opened.  The hours are 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.  Their are a few changes to the menu,  including the addition of the Big Bambú Burrito to the afternoon menu.  Breakfast is of course available all day.  A full bar is open all day, as well.
 
A new seafood restaurant has opened at Ave. Estaciones #4 (2nd traffic signal in Bucerias), across the side street from Famar's.  They advertise restaurant and bar but do not have their liquor license yet.  I think you can bring your own. 329-298-2733.
 
La Cascada, La Cruz, will be serving lobster for $210 pesos, starting Wednesday, Nov. 28th.  They hope to have specials every week during high season.
 

Frascati's, La Cruz, Reservations, 329-295-6185.  Av. Langosta No. 10.


Espressions
reservations -  298-0749 or email the.leakes@gmail.com
 
 
La Reve (formerly Hikuri), in La Cruz, is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
and 6-12 p.m., everyday except Tuesday.  On Mondays, Gene and Ron play
contemporary music.    On Saturdays, Tatewari play Flamenco.  La Reve is located at Coral #66.

The Sunday Jam sessions have begun at Anna Banana's, La Cruz.  Music starts around 4:00 pm.  Bring your instruments or just come listen.  Russell's Rib Wagon will be there as well.

Latcho and Andrea will be playing Gypsy music & Flamenco Fridays at Black Forest Restaurant, La Cruz, starting Nov. 23rd. 329-298-5203.  They are also playing now, on Thursdays at Don Pedro´s, Sayulita. 329- 291-3090

Russell's Ribs will start serving ribs at Philo's and at Anna Banana's on Sunday, starting at 4:00 p.m.

The Patio Piano Bar is open everyday from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., or later, depending on the crowd. La Lomita Restaurant is open from 5-10 p.m.

La Cascada Restaurant, La Cruz,  closed Mon only. Usual hours 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.Tues - Sun.

The Frijoleros, Danny and Camila, will be playing on Thursday nights at La Quinta, starting this Thursday, Nov. 8th. While you are there, ask for Lydia's Chiles en Nogado. I hear it is wonderful. La Quinta is one block off the highway, on Agustin Melgar, in Bucerias.

The "Street Taco" place in La Cruz is going to be open on Wednesday nights also, starting next week.

A new bakery is opening in Sayulita in the Libreria Sayulita Bookstore. It is called Sandrita's. They are also looking for a spanish teacher. Go to their website at www.sandritas.com .

Buddy's Bar Above, Centro Bucerias, open Tuesday-Saturday, 6-11 p.m. Stop in to try your old favorites and some new ones.

La Lomita, on Agustin Melgar, Bucerias, now has a piano bar. Alberto, of New York City and Costa Rica, plays and sings a variety of types of music-jazz, gospel, crooner style tunes reminiscent of Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra. For dinner reservations or more information, call Ernesto at 298-0097.


The Goodies/Mike Curlette - weekly schedule
The Goodies/Mike Curlette

Monday - Barefoot Bar, Nick & Mike and Carlos

5:00-8:00pm, Bucerias (on the beach), #15 Pacifico

Monday - Bucerias Gardens, Skinny Indian(Open Mic)

9:00- 12:30pm, Bucerias, #40 Mexico

Tuesday – Britannia (Open Mic)

7-11pm #65Coral, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Wednesday - El Buen Vino Wine Bar, Nick & Mike

7-10pm, Bucerias, #27 Mexico

Thursday - Barefoot Bar, Nick & Mike and Carlos

5:00-8:00pm, Bucerias (on the beach), #15 Pacifico

Thursday - Bucerias Gardens, Skinny Indian

9:00- 12:30pm, Bucerias, #40 Mexico

Friday - Bucerias Gardens, Skinny Indian

9:00- 12:30pm, Bucerias, #40 Mexico

Saturday – Barefoot Bar, Nick & Mike & Carlos & Special Guests

1:00-5:00pm, Bucerias (on the Beach), #15 Pacifico

Saturday - Bucerias Gardens, Skinny Indian

9:00- 12:30pm, Bucerias, #40 Mexico

Sunday – Ana Banana’s, Open Mic

5-?. La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Sunday – Bucerias Gardens, Skinny Indian

9:00- 12:30pm, Bucerias, #40 Mexico


Maps : http://www.vallartainfo.com/outerlimits.html

 http://www.vallartainfo.com/la_cruz.html

 http://www.vallartainfo.com/bucerias.html


A new Taquería is open in La Cruz, at 6:00 PM Jalisco time. It is located right by the plaza on Camarón St. #27.

Richard and Denise Chow have re-opened their Chinese Takee Outee. Excellent food! They are open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday for pickup or delivery. For more information, or to order, call 329-298-1038.

Mezzogiorno has re-opened for the season, everyday except Monday.
 
In case you are wondering what is happening across the street from Mark's-Massimo is building a new Italian restaurant.  He expects to open in December.  His son, who operated the Avenue Bistro (formerly Carolina's) will be the chef.
 
The Black Forest Restaurant, La Cruz, Closed on Saturday. open 6.p.m. to 10.30 p.m.
To reserve your table, call 329-295-5203 or email

 


Aduato's Beach Club in Bucerias
has closed at their original location.  They have now re-opened at Av. Del Pacific # 11A, Bucerias. (formerly Capri, which is being remodeled) phone (329) 298-2790 for reservations

 

Frascati, Ave. Langosta 10, La Cruz,    Dining hours are from 5 p.m. until midnight.  
A reservation for the private room with air conditioning is suggested. Also,
visit their new gift shop.  Phone: 329-295-6185. 

Please call Esspressions to confirm the weekly selections,  298-0749 or check
the board in front, which is updated nightly for the following day. They are now open at 3 pm on Sundays for football. Light snacks and lunches served.

The Frascati Bar & Grill  is located on Calle Langosta in La Cruz. The menu presents Italian specialties with a Tuscany region flavor characterized by the wood oven and an open
grill for customers to watch the preparation of fresh fish and seafood. Also offering homemade pastas, salads, imported wines and a full bar.
For more information please call 01(329)295-6185.

Washers are back for the season. Saturdays at 1 p.m., Jalisco time,
behind the Optician's office on the lateral.
This is across the highway from Famar's.

The Black Forest Restaurant, La Cruz, Closed on Saturday. Every day,
except Saturdays from 6.p.m. to 10.30 p.m.
To reserve your table, call 329-295-5203 or email

There is a new restaurant in Bucerias called  Casa Triskell on Hidalgo,
the same street as Tapas del Mundo and Dr. Maro.  
The owner, Lionel,from Brittany, knows his crepes.  
He is serving 2 quiches and about 8 entree crepes, and several dessert crepes.

WeBe's we will continue the tradition of Burgers & Brats on Monday
nights for $45 pesos.
WE BE closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Casa Lori Catering is accepting reservations to serve parties, weddings and
gatherings for the coming season.
We offer a full service menu of main dishes including Mexican dishes,
Italian delights, appetizers, and salads.
Of course, Russell's famous Ribs and chicken are always available.
They prepare and serve your choices and clean up, all using their own staff.
This means NO WORK!! for the hosts. Contact Russell or Lori at 329-295-5206.

Britannia will open for Monday Night Football with  $12 pesos beer, 7:30-9:30.  
Tuesdays will be open mic and Wednesdays, just open for dinner and drinks,
Thursday night Texas HoldEm.
Come play !! Britannia is located at Coral 65, La Cruz. 
Phone: 329-295-5740

La Quinta, at the corner of Agustin Melgar and Constituyenes, Bucerias, is now open everyday from noon until 9:00 p.m.  Beginning in November, they will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 10 p.m.

Pie in the Sky has Gourmet To Go items that can be taken home and
popped in the oven.  
They include Gourmet Chicken Pies, Gourmet Chicken and Vegetable Empanadas,
Gourmet Spinach and Cheese Empanadas and Gourmet Pizzas.
Pie in the Sky is on the lateral as you enter Bucerias from Puerto Vallarta.

The Coffee Cup, in Bucerias, located on Lazaro Cardenas,
where Los Chatos used to be, and across the street from Scott's Tour office, has great coffee and Blue Bell ice cream and incredible breakfast bagels and sandwiches.  
They are open every day 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.

 

One third of the Frijoleros is still performing on Saturday nights at El Arryan in Puerto Vallarta. 
That would be Danny.  Camila and Amalia Xol are still staying close to home.

Caracol Arte y Café 's main business is the wholesale of coffee beans,
roasted to perfection and 100% organic, high shade grown in Chiapas,
southern Mexico, certified by Naturland of Germany and fair traded direct
from the farmers. We are also beginning to make a variety of rustic breads
that are the perfect match with our cups of gourmet coffee and natural teas.

We go for nature and are environmentally friendly in our products and in our attitude !
Our place is nothing fancy, but we are sure you will feel comfortable and at
ease with how we serve you and cater to your needs.    
Stop by for a free cup of coffee and a small sample of our bread when you
mention you are from quest.bucerias.com.or www.buceriasmexico.com.
LunaCaracol Arte y Café is located at Coral 57, next to La Cascada Restaurant,
in the new business quarter of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Our hours are from
5 to 11 pm PV time.
We close on Mondays.
Horacio Villegas R.
Luna Caracol
Arte, Café y Panadería Rústica
Coral 57, Centro,
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Bahía de Banderas,
Nayarit 63732,
México   Tel. ( 329 ) 295-5930   hvlunacaracol@yahoo.com