Hotel Mousai dining
If you’ve traveled through the touristy destinations of Mexico, chances are you’ve experienced some disappointment at an all-inclusive resort, at one point or another.
You check in to a beautiful all-inclusive resort, wowed by the opulence of infinity pools, ocean-facing views, lavishly outfitted accommodations, only to finally sit down to what you anticipate to be an all-you-can-eat feast of upscale cuisine—and the food falls flat.
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta, the first and currently only AAA Five Diamond rated resort in Puerto Vallarta and the state of Jalisco, is a luxury property that features nine distinct restaurants as a part of their all-inclusive dining options. This includes access to the restaurants at the sister resort, the Garza Blanca Resort & Spa. Each culinary destination appoints its own head chef that steers the quality and authenticity of its cuisine in the right direction.
Nestled between the lush Sierra Madre mountains and the Bay of Banderas, this resort offers two towers encompassing spacious rooms, suites and extravagant penthouses—each accommodation with its own plunge pool on its deck, gourmet restaurants, two exceptional rooftop infinity pools with stunning views of the ocean and mountain sides, as well as amenities like the full-service spa and upscale gym.
Infinity pool
Though the property isn’t directly on the beach, Hotel Mousai offers complimentary shuttles for guests looking to explore more of the expansive property, whether it be the beach, restaurants at their sister resort, or the nearby TierraLuna Gardens which is home to its own steakhouse (and two more dining concepts to come), along with boutique shopping and entertainment.
A Look At Hotel Mousai Dining
Rooftop Dining
The Rooftop South and North offers both casual and heartier lunch fare and over-the-top cocktails by their infinity pool. Both pools are spacious and offer fun, lively party vibes without being obnoxious. With a romantic, chic ambiance, these rooftops are great for enjoying the sunset by evening, complete with unobstructed views of the bay.
Tuna tartare
Sharables include a selection of seafood dishes ranging from ceviches, aguachile and sashimi bites to mixed seafood cocktails and tartare, alongside a selection of nachos, quesadillas, burritos and fajitas with your choice of protein. More upscale starters include the royal seafood platter with lobster, octopus, shrimp and grilled vegetables; the royal surf and turf with steak, chicken and seafood; and the grilled skewers with chistorra, chicken, steak and rack of lamb. From vegetarian options like the melon or beetroot salad, to burgers, pizza and whole fish catch of the day, there’s something for everyone.
Dao
Helmed by executive chef Lau Su Kiean, Dao is a contemporary Chinese restaurant featuring Mondrian-style glass walls; bold red, black, and white décor; and a blend of marble, tapestry, ceramics and redwoods. With roots in Cantonese cuisine, chef Kiean’s menu highlights include a 2-3 kg. imperial Peking duck, carved table side served with the traditional accruements; wok-fried noodles such as the Hong-Kong style crispy noodles with seafood and Hor Fun, flat rice noodles with your choice of protien; and classic entrees like Mongolian beef, General Tso’s chicken and prawns with chef special black pepper sauce. There’s also a selection of dim sum ranging from pork bun and xiao long bao to pot stickers and siu mai; as well as fried rice and sautéed vegetables.
Dao
Hiroshi
Hiroshi is Hotel Mousai’s Japanese restaurant offering a wide variety of sashimi, sushi rolls, tempura, yakitori, robata and more. Standouts include the o-toro; yuzu salmon with kosho sauce; hamachi with truffle sauce and ikura; and black lapa abalone sashimi with ponzu and curry oil. From hand rolls and nigiri to classic like the rainbow roll, there’s a nice selection of fresh fish to choose from. If you’re looking for cooked items, Hiroshi also offers charcoal grilled skewers including American wagyu and ribeye, along with signature dishes like the miso black cod and chicken or rib eye teriyaki.
Hiroshi
Bocados Steakhouse
This steakhouse is down the hill from the Mousai towers, at the the beachfront Garza Blanca. Be sure reserve an outside table Bocados Steakhouse during your stay—and get ready for a show. The menu offers a selection of entrees ranging from scampy shrimp in a white wine sauce and catch of the day to pork schnitzel and risotto with mushrooms. That said if you’re a carnivore, save room for one of Boacados’ dry aged chops, aged between 35 and 50 days which includes a 21 oz. bone-in rib eye and a sharable porterhouse. Enjoy a selection of sides that include baked potatoes, creamed spinach, lobster mac and cheese and more, as well as a variety of sauces such as bearnaise or chimichurri to bring your steak to the next level.
Bocados Steakhouse
Noi
Helmed by executive chef Massimo Fongaro, Noi offers Italian fare including fresh pastas, pizzas, risottos and more. With a modern design featuring high ceilings, white with gold accents and a colorful wraparound wall mural, its a chic, contemporary setting for a fun dinner. The menu is extensive and offers handmade Roman and Neapolitan Pizza, made with a 24-hour fermentation process. Standouts include the cacio e pepe with black truffle essence; boscaiola with wild mushrooms; and the capricciosa with mozzarella, ham and artichokes.
Noi
On the menu is a selection of fresh pastas including the wild mushroom lasagna; spaghetti al frutti di mari with shrimp, squid, clams and more; fettuccine with salmon and other dishes. Guests can also choose from a variety of seafood specials like the grilled octopus with pesto or ora king salmon with lavender sauce, as well as meat dishes like the t-bone steak or lamb shank braised in Chianti. From a selection of risottos and anti-pastas to soups and salads, the menu doesn’t make it easy to choose from.