My husband and I celebrated our seventh wedding anniversary while in PV, and I read that La Palapa was a romantic place, so we made reservations. We were NOT let down! We let them know that we were celebrating when we called, and they asked if we wanted the romantic dinner. My husband said yes, of course. When we got there, the hostess asked if we understood what the "romantic dinner" was and showed us this beautiful table set off to the side on the beach, with an umbrella, flowers, a candlelit path leading to it with flower pedals, and two lounge chairs with another little table for after dinner. It was an additional $50 charge, but we had to do it. It wasn't quite dark yet, so they asked if we wanted to wait in the bar until it got darker to light the candles, so we did. I had a really good martini and Rick had a margarita. The view can't be beat to watch the waves crash and sun set. We did have a couple of vendors come up to us while in the bar, and we bought a necklace for my husband. When we got to our table it was amazing. We felt like royalty! The food was soooo good, and being from Seattle, we know what good seafood tastes like. We had a tuna tartar and some little pork tacos that were both really good. I had the most delicious, mouth-watering sea bass for my main course, and hubby had some kind of steak, also very good. They gave us a special dessert with a candle it. And we had to order the "Sexy Coffee" from reading a post on here. We were both very happy we did, as it was amazing.

We had the most romantic delicious dinner ever with our feet in the sand! The sunset was gorgeous and even the thunderstorm that came and soaked my hubby's back didn't put a damper on things. We were kind of bummed we didn't get to lounge because of the rain, but we couldn't have asked for a more perfect dinner!

We sat at a table right on the sand. I recommend getting reservations that span the time when the sun will be setting. The view is incomparable (bring a camera, wear sandals you can slip off easily, don't plan anything else on the evening you eat here). I had the fresh catch of the day which was offered in three different preparations. It was cooked perfectly with all fresh ingredients. Make sure you end your meal with "Sexy Coffee". I'd love to describe how it is prepared, but it would ruin the surprise. Just trust me on this! After the sun has set, they light tiki torches on the beach. VERY ROMANTIC. Great place to get engaged, celebrate an anniversary, etc.

My all-time favorite for years -- I look forward to sitting at a table in the sand, the water lapping nearby, the beach torch lit, and the stars and moon shining above while we have grande margaritas and grilled shrimp. We usually choose to visit here on our first night because it really gets us feeling relaxed and on vacation.

What a surprise this time around!! I hardly recognize the beachfront. The boardwalk has been totally rebuilt since the hurricane, and the casual restaurants are now very chic--the menus are "haute cuisine," with martinis instead of grande margaritas. Even the guests were all dressed in stylish Mexican Riviera casual.

Live, quiet jazz every night and wandering musicians play for tips between sets--either on the beach or in the restaurant. The food was superb!! Shrimp and vegetable tempura, pan-seared scallops, coconut shrimp, and snapper in lime beurre blanc was available, along with ice-cold martinis and flaming coffees.

Don't miss the old photos of Puerto Vallarta in the hallway leading to the restrooms. Even with the renovations, I still prefer to sit on the beach. The cocktail lounge is very comfortable--no one leaves--so get there early or be prepared to stand while sipping your drink and enjoying the music.

Who could ask for more, except to visit one more time?

Sitting at a table under the palapa roof on the sand of Playa Los Muertos, you can dig your toes into the sand, have a pre-dinner margarita (some of the best anywhere) and listen to the live music provided by the owner himself on guitar and, on the night we were there, a flute accompaniment. Puerto Vallarta is a seafood lover's dream, and La Palapa is a big reason why. The dinner was marvelous.

How romantic can you get? This place is WONDERFUL! We had a table ON the beach at sunset. The food was very good and the portions were plentiful. We had a seafood entree and a steak entree and of course you have to have a nice bottle of wine to go with the sunset. You can't help but fall in love with the sound of the waves crashing, the candlelight, the moonlight and your special someone!