If you’re looking for a view of the entire Bay of Banderas, head up to Las Carmelitas. It’s only about a 15-minute drive from downtown but will make you feel your worlds away, as this is literally a restaurant on a mountain in Puerto Vallarta. The views from here are incredible. You can see the entire bay as far as Punta Mita!

The food isn’t incredible for the price, but it makes up for it in views. I had the giant coconut shrimp, which were truly some of the biggest shrimp I’ve ever seen. The staff are friendly, it’s dog friendly, and definitely is the best restaurant with a view of Puerto Vallarta and beyond.