Restaurant & Bar
Family Harvested, Prepared & Served
Lobster, Red Snapper, Octopus, Dorado (Mahi)
OUR SPECIAL SEAFOOD
A Family Marisco Affair
Our lobsters are caught on evening dives by an 80-year old diver, aka family grandfather. The Octopus are caught on the same night dive by his grandson. The Red Snapper comes from nets set near Quixmito, just south of Boca by another grandson if he is not out on Stephanie’s Panga looking for Dorado (Mahi Mahi). Depending on the family schedule, net fishing is also done by a 71-year old full-time fisherman friend of the family. The freshness of these entrees is measured in hours, not days. Just doesn’t get any better. We are fortunate to be close to the “Shrimp Capital of the World” – Mazatlan. It’s only a short journey to Puerto Vallarta where we purchase from fish mongers.
Stephanie’s dad, also a diver pitches in, but his Chef duties come first. Mom assists with waitress duties and baking marvelous Flan desserts. Stephanie’s daughter is an able assistant. Stephanie’s “front-of-the-house” duties manage to expand to everything from sweeping/cleaning to everything described by miscellaneous. She also grows herbs for spicing the dishes. In keeping with the restaurant penchant for freshness she carefully purchases vegetables from local growers.
OUR LOCATION
Just minutes from Puerto Vallarta
We are a home-based operation with the family kitchen next to the Cabana seating and our Bar. We are across the Rio Horcones from Boca de Tomatlan. Boca is just south of Puerto Vallarta, only about a 20-minute drive from Old Town. It’s an easy 10-minute walk across the bridge. Our season is from Mid-November to May when the river behaves and allows space for our seating and the weather is great for alfresco dining. There is convenient parking just before crossing the bridge. It’s a dramatic difference from Puerto Vallarta where “real Mexico” doesn’t really exist. You will be in a safe family-oriented village – everyone knows everyone. Many of our guests are long-term visitors from US and Canada staying at local Villas and hotels. If you aren’t driving, we can arrange transportation from Puerto Vallarta or nearby locations.
OUR AMBIANCE
We are on the trail alongside the river that goes to homes along the Bay, and eventually to Colomitos and Las Animas beaches. A great spot for a short walk to observe the setting sun. You are on the river before it meets the bay, which offers unique sunset views. With the tropical forests cradling the bay views are unique. Nights are refreshing with the sound of the river and warm Cabana lighting.
Our Menu
Appetizers
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Tortilla chips and Salsa (tortillas from Boca factory, fried in-house). Salsa home-made
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Guacamole, house created. Serving for 2
Entrees served with rice, fresh veggies (sauteed in butter & garlic), and garlic bread.
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Red Snapper (fried) fillet topped with cream, fine herb, and garlic sauce
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Coconut Shrimp topped with mango sauce
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Mummy Shrimp wrapped in bacon with a Manchego cheese and pineapple sauce
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Pasta served with white or red house sauce, herbs, and parmesan cheese, and a choice of shrimp, chicken, or beef.
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Lobster (grilled) topped with cream, fine herb, and garlic sauce
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Seafood Platter for 2 - lobster, octopus, Red Snapper, coconut, and mummy shrimp (4 half-lobsters, whole Red Snapper fish). Larger platters are available.
Drinks:
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House Red or White wine per glass
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Cervezas (Pacifico, Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, Tecate, Victoria)
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Mojito, Pina Colado
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Margaritas (Mango, Lime, Strawberry, Passion Fruit)
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Raicilla infused w/Coffee or Passion fruit (marvelous with Flan)
Dessert (home-made):
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Flan
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Payment in Pesos preferred. Most Credit cards are accepted except American Express. A 3% service charge is applicable.
Note: Dorado (Mahi Mahi) and Oysters are options if available. A reservation is necessary for the Seafood Platter.
PANGA SERVICES FROM STEPHANIE
Prior to her Restaurant beginning her primary business was providing serves using her Panga. Those services are available and operated with various family members. They include: Tours along the South Shore line. Snorkeling, Trips to the unique village of Yelapa, a romantic Sunset cruise and fishing ventures of 4-6 hours in the Bay of Banduras.
CONTACT US – RESERVATIONS
Book your table, reserve the special seafood platter or just let the Sea Loving Family know if you have any questions. Hard to imagine finding fresher and better seafood than from 4 generations of Divers and Fishermen.
Getting to Stephanie's - We can assist with special rate transport to/from Puerto Vallarta/Mismaloya to the restaurant.
Please submit any questions you might have regarding a restaurant service or arranging a Panga service.
Stephanie’s Restaurant & Bar
Panga Services
Riverside Street, Boca de Tomatlan River, Cabo Corrientas
Website: restaurantbystephanie.com
Email: stephanie.bar.tour@gmail.com
Tele/WhatsApp: 52 322 180 5214
Opening Hours
Monday - Sunday
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm