Yes, we had really great experiences with Maria Bonita's inside the Vina del Mar Hotel, did breakfast and afternoon drinks two different days. I love how secluded it feels, and the landscaping and tiling reminds me of old-school Mexico--or is it '50s Hollywood or Hotel Coronado I'm thinking of? Either way, you just kind of expect Cary Grant or Marilyn Monroe to be chilling by the pool. The ocean views are excellent, it's not very crowded and they've got a couple of parrots to keep the kids occupied!
Another great view--and very reliable, reasonably-priced food--is the restaurant inside Hotel Playa Bonita, Puesta del Sol, especially for breakfast. Heavy cloth table settings, classy waitstaff and a well-shaded patio 7 days a week. The weekend buffets are well worth the 8 or 10$ each, whatever it is, with FRESH tortillas made before your eyes, as well as a waffle and custom omelet bar, fresh fruit, etc. Again, the view, the view, the view. You may be able to find better and cheaper deals in town, but when I'm down there, I'd like the ocean and beach to be in the background as much as possible.
Would the lighting make them BluePoint oysters? lol
J
ust came back yesterday afternoon. We had dinner Saturday night at Hacienda las Fuentes and the three of us (me, my daughter & son-in-law) agree
that it was hands down, THE best meal we've ever had in PP. We love some other local places and have great dining experiences (Portofino, Citro
n...etc) but we've never enjoyed a meal like we had at Hacienda. The service was excellent and everything was delicious. I tried to upload these in order but I have a feeling it didn't work. Pics: Juanton menu pic, Juanton pic, Poblano menu pic, Poblano pic, Shrimp menu pic, Shrimp pic, Empanada menu pic, Empanada pic, Margaritas pic, Dessert menu pic, Fried ice cream pic, Chimi cheesecake pic, complimentary pink frothy shot drink pic, Alison & Brad pic (daughter & son in law) and finally me & daughter pic. Anyway.....we highly recommend Hacienda for a nice meal.
