What a night! The second annual We Are Puerto Vallarta Awards lit up Coco’s Cabaret on April 2, drawing a lively crowd of over 150 people to celebrate the heart and soul of our incredible city. With standing room only, the party spilled over to El Granero just down the street, where attendees caught a live stream of the ceremony and joined the excitement. The Divas and Ada Vox gave notable performances to add that unique Vallarta flare between announcing 40 favorites! The after party was hopping—winners and guests mingled, posed in front of the step-and-repeat for photos, and sipped complimentary drinks generously donated by El Granero.
These awards celebrate the very best of 2024—recognizing the businesses, venues, entertainers, and individuals who made Puerto Vallarta an exceptional destination over the past year. Each year, nominations and voting take place in late winter, and the awards ceremony is held in early spring to spotlight those who went above and beyond the year before. PVEverything.com provided gift certificates to all winners for a FREE Prime Business Directory, which is good for one year. Winners can email us at info@pveverything.com to get the free coupon code, then follow the directions here.
The event was made possible thanks to the incredible support of ThrIVe Med Spa, Let’s Pho, Tamale’s Tours, Coco Cabaret, El Granero, CPS News, PrintPV, PVEverything.com, and 98.3 Asphalt Radio, alongside presenting sponsor PVRPV.
The 7 Categories with the Most Votes
These standout categories received the highest number of votes out of all 40:
Favorite Beach Restaurant: Daiquiri Dick’s On The Beach
Favorite Jewelry Store: Cassandra Shaw Jewelry
Favorite Performance Venue: The Palm Cabaret and Bar
Favorite Margarita: Margarita Grill
Outstanding Business Owner:
Francie Nguyen (Bonito Kitchen, Casita Garden & B Lounge)
Outstanding Individual:
Pam Thompson Webb (HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta)
Outstanding Volunteers:
Lisa Manoogian & Billy Pilawski (RISE PV Children’s Shelter)
And the 2025 Winners Are…
Favorite Taco Stand: Pancho’s Takos
Favorite Specialty Cuisine: Bonito Kitchen & Bar
Favorite Casual Dining: Pal’Mar Seafood & Grill Garage
Favorite Fine Dining: Bravos Restaurant PV
Favorite Breakfast: Coco’s Kitchen
Favorite Hamburger: Derby City Burgers
Favorite Steak House: Serrano’s Meat House
Favorite Brunch: Mi Café
Favorite Restaurant in Versalles: Natureza Restaurante
Favorite Restaurant in the Marina: El Coleguita Mariscos Marina Vallarta
Favorite Chef: Charlie Nuynh – Let’s Pho Vietnamese Cuisine
Favorite Local Coffee Shop: Dee’s Coffee Company
Favorite Happy Hour: Twisted Palms Rooftop Lounge
Favorite Martini: The Corner Bar
Favorite Bartender: Rubicel “Ivan” Aquino – Reinas
Favorite Drag Performer (Touring): Miss Conception
Favorite Drag Performer (Local): Karma the Bitch
Favorite Solo Show – Female: Effie Passero
Favorite Solo Show – Male: Diego Guerrero
Favorite Group Show: Amy Armstrong
Favorite Piano Show: Mark Hartman
Favorite Gay Bar: Mr. Flamingo
Favorite Ultra Club: Industry Night Club PV
Favorite Place to Get a Drink: Blondies
Favorite Beach Day Club: Sapphire Ocean Club & Suites
Favorite Gay Beach Club: Ritmos Beach Café
Favorite Art Gallery: Galleria Dante
Favorite Spa: Metamorfosis Day Spa
Favorite MedSpa: ThrIVe IV & MedSpa
Favorite Bakery: Pavlova Pastelería y Café
Favorite Barber/Hairstylist: Erik Velazquez – La Barbería PV
Favorite Local Mercado: Old Town Market
Thank you to everyone who voted, attended, and celebrated with us. The We Are Puerto Vallarta Awards are more than just a ceremony—they’re a celebration of the spirit, creativity, and dedication that make our city one of the best places in the world. Here’s to another year of excellence in Puerto Vallarta!
