I recently moved to CT, in Berlin area, but we came back from the Clinton outlets, I waited FOREVER for my server ( an older woman I forgot her name) to come over to take our order on a Thursday night everyone was very stressed out and seemed to be frantic, when me and my husband were out for our anniversary. The service was mediocre, I understand, restaurants get busy but there was not a lot of customers,, but I came to relax and enjoy a nice meal which I heard great things about this place since I usually go to Fuego and a very loyal customer at that in Cromwell CT since it’s closer to my house, I figured I would try Puerto Vallarta, because I heard some good things about it, my food came out after waiting a while it was BURNT I mean to a crisp I don’t understand how she did not see it. And my frozen margarita was watery right as she bring it over as if it was watered down from the start. My husband had a draft XX beer no foam which is NOT A BIG DEAL AT ALL but my frozen mango maragarita was completely watered down it was 1/2 frozen and 1/2 not I could’ve just ordered it on the rocks.
Honestly I was really excited about trying this place because I heard good things but I just can’t understand paying 25 (before tax) for a burnt steak, and 19 for a watered down frozen margarita, I have NO problems with spending but this place is did not seem worth it, my husbands fajita chicken quesadilla was burnt on one side and seemed to me as if they just flipped it over while plating. I was overall really dissatisfied and disappointed I find it difficult for me to be retuning. I am not sure if they are understaffed or this is just the level of service they provide. I will be going back to other restaurants to spend money because this place is just no worth it for what I received service wise and food quality wise unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Colin Frayne
Great place for quick take out or for dining in. My wife and I have been here many times and the staff is always awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rose Hansen
The two star rating is a result of the way they conduct payments of checks currently. This new system entails the wait staff running the customer card at the table, then handing the card runner back to the customer to select their amount for their tip, AS THEY STAND THERE WAITING. I find this to be of bad taste and unprofessional. I’ve been a customer for years. The last time I ate in, the food was actually horrible, and due to that and the new system of payment and hovering at the table, I will certainly frequent this restaurant a lot less, if at all.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
MaFer Freire B
One of my family’s favorite spots! Always get the best service, Alfredo is attentive and the rest of the staff is very friendly. Food is sooo delicious, we always have a good time here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Theresa Sloan
I was expecting Spanish rice not Asian sticky rice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greg Roberge
the food was delicious! I highly recommend the Carne asada, it came out hot and the Margaritas are amazing. definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Angela Sherrill
Excellent !!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Young
The servers were friendly and the food was served hot and fresh. The location is interesting and a little bit tucked out of the way but GPS got us there ok.
Puerto Vallarta in Middletown is hands-down one of the best Mexican restaurants in Connecticut! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with vibrant decor, warm hospitality, and the irresistible aroma of authentic Mexican cuisine.
The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re craving sizzling fajitas, street-style tacos, or their legendary guacamole, every bite tastes like it came straight from Mexico.
The service is always exceptional—friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing. It’s a perfect spot for date nights, family dinners, or catching up with friends over a delicious margarita.
This place is a gem. Highly recommend for anyone who loves great food and great service!
Warm regards, Dennis Schleicher YouTuber with over 90K subscribers and content creator on Instagram
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chef Armando's Fajitas, Nachos
Dan Ouellette
Excellent food, excellent service, and great time all around.
This is my family's favorite Mexican restaurant. Great food, great service and we love the decor. Their quality seems to be consistent every time we go. Just went there again tonight and our server, Alfredo, was very helpful and attentive. Definitely recommend to try it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jack Shakespeare
The Mexican food was great, I mean Fantastic 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marco Illescas
Had dinner at this location. Sorry to say the food was lacking flavor :( I had the fried snapper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Agim Lapastica
I wish boots are bigger! It only accommodates 4 people. But service is A plus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
MM
Servers were friendly but the food was just okay, very bland. Wouldn’t be a restaurant I would return to.
I recently moved to CT, in Berlin area, but we came back from the Clinton outlets, I waited FOREVER for my server ( an older woman I forgot her name) to come over to take our order on a Thursday night everyone was very stressed out and seemed to be frantic, when me and my husband were out for our anniversary. The service was mediocre, I understand, restaurants get busy but there was not a lot of customers,, but I came to relax and enjoy a nice meal which I heard great things about this place since I usually go to Fuego and a very loyal customer at that in Cromwell CT since it’s closer to my house, I figured I would try Puerto Vallarta, because I heard some good things about it, my food came out after waiting a while it was BURNT I mean to a crisp I don’t understand how she did not see it. And my frozen margarita was watery right as she bring it over as if it was watered down from the start. My husband had a draft XX beer no foam which is NOT A BIG DEAL AT ALL but my frozen mango maragarita was completely watered down it was 1/2 frozen and 1/2 not I could’ve just ordered it on the rocks.
Honestly I was really excited about trying this place because I heard good things but I just can’t understand paying 25 (before tax) for a burnt steak, and 19 for a watered down frozen margarita, I have NO problems with spending but this place is did not seem worth it, my husbands fajita chicken quesadilla was burnt on one side and seemed to me as if they just flipped it over while plating. I was overall really dissatisfied and disappointed I find it difficult for me to be retuning. I am not sure if they are understaffed or this is just the level of service they provide. I will be going back to other restaurants to spend money because this place is just no worth it for what I received service wise and food quality wise unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great place for quick take out or for dining in. My wife and I have been here many times and the staff is always awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The two star rating is a result of the way they conduct payments of checks currently. This new system entails the wait staff running the customer card at the table, then handing the card runner back to the customer to select their amount for their tip, AS THEY STAND THERE WAITING. I find this to be of bad taste and unprofessional. I’ve been a customer for years. The last time I ate in, the food was actually horrible, and due to that and the new system of payment and hovering at the table, I will certainly frequent this restaurant a lot less, if at all.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
One of my family’s favorite spots! Always get the best service, Alfredo is attentive and the rest of the staff is very friendly. Food is sooo delicious, we always have a good time here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was expecting Spanish rice not Asian sticky rice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
the food was delicious! I highly recommend the Carne asada, it came out hot and the Margaritas are amazing. definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Excellent !!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The servers were friendly and the food was served hot and fresh. The location is interesting and a little bit tucked out of the way but GPS got us there ok.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Authentic Mexican Flavors & Incredible Hospitality!
Puerto Vallarta in Middletown is hands-down one of the best Mexican restaurants in Connecticut! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with vibrant decor, warm hospitality, and the irresistible aroma of authentic Mexican cuisine.
The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re craving sizzling fajitas, street-style tacos, or their legendary guacamole, every bite tastes like it came straight from Mexico.
The service is always exceptional—friendly, fast, and attentive without being overbearing. It’s a perfect spot for date nights, family dinners, or catching up with friends over a delicious margarita.
This place is a gem. Highly recommend for anyone who loves great food and great service!
Warm regards,
Dennis Schleicher
YouTuber with over 90K subscribers and content creator on Instagram
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chef Armando's Fajitas, Nachos
Excellent food, excellent service, and great time all around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is my family's favorite Mexican restaurant. Great food, great service and we love the decor. Their quality seems to be consistent every time we go. Just went there again tonight and our server, Alfredo, was very helpful and attentive. Definitely recommend to try it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Mexican food was great, I mean Fantastic 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had dinner at this location. Sorry to say the food was lacking flavor :( I had the fried snapper.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
I wish boots are bigger! It only accommodates 4 people. But service is A plus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Servers were friendly but the food was just okay, very bland. Wouldn’t be a restaurant I would return to.
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