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Melissa's

Josefa O. De Dominguez, No. 223-A,, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
322-2230766
Ranked #10 of 460 restaurants in Puerto Vallarta
4.5 of 5 stars 169 Reviews
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Columbus, Georgia
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW

We stopped in for lunch and had a very good meal. However, I'm not sure the red snapper was really snapper. I've fished for snapper and have never caught one with the teeth that this fish had. Never the less, it was a good meal for the four of us and we really enjoyed talking with one of the owners... More

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st. louis
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW via mobile

Went here based on other reviews - they were spot on. If you like great food, served by friendly people in an authentic atmosphere - just go and you won't be disappointed. The tortilla soup is worth the hype and the fresh fish (which they even filet) was some of the best ever had. Thanks Melissa for the great meal.

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Formby, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012

This is not a swish restaurant but don't be put off , the food and service are excellent . We ate here several times , we had some great fish and a really good ceviche. It's really excellent value for money ; starter and main , a couple of drinks 300 to 375 pesos each The restaurant is a splendid... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012

The restaurant was great and one of only a few good ones open for a late lunch. If you're looking for hamburgers and fries don't go here. Great margaritas, hand made salsa and food worth going back for next time we are in PV. You need to know that it's not on a main road so take a map with... More

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Guadalajara, Mexico
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Simple the Best food and the best Environment, Owners are very friendly!!! I hope I can return very soon!! Adolfo Castellanos email: adolfo.castellanos@mx.interplex.com

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Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

We all had a different dish of shrimp and it was wonderfull, good, tasty, excellant service, and atmosphere.

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Saint Joseph, Minnesota
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

The best little restaurant off the main strip. We try to enjoy family owned (small) restaurants while in PV and we found a winner. The food was fantastic. Great variety to choose from. Four of us were dining but we only needed to order 3 entrees. Good size portions and my husband enjoyed watching them cook his food!!

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Ruidoso, New Mexico
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Never made it to Melissa's last year so we were determined to try it this year. Dined here this past Wed and last night. The food and service is wonderful. The tortilla soup is the best I have ever had. So good that my wife who doesn't like tortilla soup tried mine and then ordered a bowl for herself. Last... More

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La Honda, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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We discovered Melissa's last year, and reviewed them then. We are in PV now and have ate there twice on this trip. I believe they have even gotten better! I have had their shrimp with cheese and huitlacoche, and their shrimp cooked 3 ways...OMG, so delicious. Their margaritas are one of the best in PV. Generous portions, and reasonably priced.... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Found this amazing little restaurant when we were in Puerto Vallarta in 2007. The delicious food was fresh and prepared with great appeal. The staff were very pleasant. We are going again in December 2012, so I did a search to find out if Melissa's was still in business. And YES - it is still there! We will Definitely dine... More

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