Jennifer Thompson
Jun 30, 2026"Possibly one of the best beach bars/restaurants in all of Puerto Vallarta. It has a great location. Beautiful sunsets. And fabulous food. It's a really good menu. I had the tuna poke bowl this time around."
Bar 4.6· 995 reviews
El Solar
Jalisco, Mexico
Enjoy casual dining with great cocktails, live music, and rooftop seating at El Solar in Puerto Vallarta. Cash-only bar with outdoor and table service options.
4.6 / 5
Guest rating
995
Reviews
Bar
Cuisine
Jalisco
City
Closes at 11:00 PM
Overview
About El Solar
Located on Paraguay 1294 in the 5 de Diciembre neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, El Solar is a casual and cozy bar known for a lively atmosphere and scenic beachside views. This spot offers a blend of great beer selections, cocktails, and fresh seafood dishes, all served within a trendy yet relaxed setting.
Guests can expect live music and performances that add to the vibrant ambiance, with rooftop and outdoor seating available for those wanting to enjoy the coastal breeze. El Solar typically welcomes a diverse crowd, including tourists and groups, and is popular for solo dining as well.
The venue accepts reservations and operates with table service. Its cash-only policy, combined with free street parking and dog-friendly areas, makes planning a visit convenient but best suited for those prepared with cash on hand. Accessibility features include a wheelchair accessible restroom, though entrance and parking are not wheelchair accessible.
Outdoor seating Live music Groups welcome Solo dining Beachside location Cash-only Dogs allowed
Quick facts
- Typical visit: 30 min to 3 hours
- Contact: +52 322 222 4034
- Table service available
- Payment: Cash only
- Free street parking
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Popular dishes: Lobster with seafood, Huge shrimp tacos
- Atmosphere: Casual, cozy, trendy, romantic
On the menu
Top picks at El Solar
Signature dishes, shareable plates, and the items regulars keep coming back for.
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Amenities & features
What's available at the restaurant
Grouped by category — each group lists what's available and what isn't at El Solar.
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- No Delivery
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Live performances
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- No Wheelchair accessible entrance
- No Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Cash-only
Parking
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Hours
Opening hours
When El Solar is open during the week.
Closes at 11:00 PM
- Monday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Tuesday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 03:00 AM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 03:00 AM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location
Location & Nearby Places
Central Jalisco, with cafes, shops, and other restaurants within easy walking distance.
Photos
Photos of El Solar
A look at the food, the dining room, drinks, and the exterior of El Solar.
Reviews
Reviews for El Solar
What recent guests say after dining at El Solar.
4.6/ 5
Based on 995 guest reviews
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Bryan Weigel
Jun 14, 2026"Location and service were excellent. Food can be ordered from the restaurant next door and it was fabulous. We had the garlic shrimp which came with a basket of bread and butter. Both were fantastic. Highly recommended!"
Tony DiCenzo
May 22, 2026"The best beach bar I’ve been to anywhere!! Great drinks, great music and great beach."
Michelle Dornak
May 11, 2026"Erien and Josua were amazing. We had a blast there. They were very attentive to anything we needed. They just kept bringing us ice when we asked with smiles on their face. Easy to get to. Parking was easy and we had a great beach day."
Marisa Tran
May 02, 2026"Great food, comes fast and delicious. Staff are super accommodating and attentive. Nice access to the water but really rocky part of the beach."
Ray B
Mar 14, 2026"The food was good they only take cash tho so be aware i order 3 shrimp tacos and a coke the food was good ."
Jorge Mata
Mar 10, 2026"Have been coming here for about 7 years, never have been disappointed. Food is delicious and fresh, service is friendly and quick, view is spectacular and the drinks are superb, to top it off they play great music. Does not get much better than this! You need to go here. Update: Keeps getting better. They have lobster dinner with shrimp and octopus. Super Extra Yummy."
Matt Buckenham
Mar 09, 2026"It takes a bit of time to work it out... but this is by far the best beach bar in the area. Food drinks hospitality and actually the company is so much better than the other two just on the beach. Hate to say this but frankly the only decent drink I've been made so far in PV has come from this place (for instance I am noticing it is very common here for bars to serve you a gin and tonic with no actual gin in it lol)"
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Common questions visitors have about El Solar, its offerings, and visit details.
El Solar offers seating with table service, including outdoor and rooftop options. Takeout is available but delivery is not provided.
While El Solar has a wheelchair accessible restroom, the entrance and parking lot are not wheelchair accessible.
The bar operates on a cash-only basis, so visitors should bring cash for all purchases.
Reservations are accepted at El Solar, making it possible to plan visits in advance during busy periods.
Dogs are welcome at the location, allowing guests to bring their pets along during their visit.
The menu features a variety of alcohol, beers, cocktails, wines, and food including seafood dishes, tacos, and bar snacks.
Visit durations usually range from 30 minutes up to 3 hours, depending on the occasion and group size.
Free street parking is available close to the bar, providing convenient access for those arriving by car.
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