Address: Isla Rio Cuale #4, Centro Puerto Vallarta
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Reservations: +52 322 223 0788
Located on Cuale River Island, just minutes from the boardwalk and downtown Puerto Vallarta, River Café offers a refined culinary experience in a natural, tropical setting. Its gourmet-inspired international cuisine delights even the most discerning palates, perfectly paired with fine Mexican and international wines and handcrafted cocktails.
Ideal for relaxed breakfasts, casual lunches, or candlelit romantic dinners, River Café also hosts special events and group gatherings. With its warm ambiance and riverside charm, it stands out as one of Puerto Vallarta’s most inviting and memorable dining destinations.
Martín San Román, born in Mexico City, is widely recognized as a pioneer of Baja California cuisine and a leading ambassador of Mexican gastronomy worldwide. A graduate of the prestigious Lenôtre Culinary School in Paris, his career spans over three decades in some of the world’s most renowned hotels and restaurants in Paris, London, Tokyo, Singapore, Brussels, San Diego, and Mexico.
As chef and owner of Rincón San Román, an award-winning restaurant located in Real del Mar, he blends the sophistication of French cuisine with the vibrant flavors of Mexico in what he calls “Cuisine d’Auteur.” Named by the American Institute of Hospitality Sciences as one of the world’s best chefs, he has been referred to by the LA Times as the “Mexican Puck,” a nod to acclaimed chef Wolfgang Puck.
Chef San Román has represented Mexico in over 80 culinary festivals across 21 countries, including creating menus for the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and competing as part of Team Mexico at the Bocuse d’Or in Lyon, France. A member of the Culinary Academy of France and the American Culinary Federation, he also hosts “Del Chef a Usted” and continues to champion Mexican cuisine on the global stage.
Originally from Guerrero, Chef Ángel Morales began his culinary journey at a young age, driven by a deep passion for cooking and a strong desire to grow. He arrived in Puerto Vallarta just in time for the grand opening of River Café, where he started his career through hands-on learning. Motivated to improve, he carefully observed the techniques and leadership of the renowned chefs who passed through the restaurant’s kitchen.
His dedication and natural talent did not go unnoticed; the restaurant owners recognized his potential and generously sponsored his formal education at the Franco–Mexican Institute of Gastronomy. Since then, Chef Ángel has flourished within the River Café team, developing a personal style rooted in fresh ingredients, technique, and hospitality.
Now serving as the Executive Chef at River Café, he blends tradition with innovation, delivering elegant dishes that celebrate the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine while offering a modern and memorable dining experience.
Set against the breathtaking backdrops of Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, and Tepic, with perfect weather and spectacular views, the Gourmet Festival is more than an event: it is a celebration of culture, flavor, and community since 1995.
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