Mexico Tastes Better When Shared as a Family

TOP 10 Must-Try Foods When Visiting Mexico (Perfect for Family Travel)

Some trips are remembered for their landscapes… and others stay in your heart because of what was shared around the table. In Mexico, food doesn’t just nourish: it brings generations together, sparks laughter, and becomes the perfect excuse to linger a little longer after the meal.
If you’re traveling as a family — with curious kids, wise grandparents, and adults full of cravings — this list is an invitation to taste Mexico one bite at a time, unhurried and full of joy.

Top 10 Mexican Dishes You Have to Try at Least Once

Tacos

Originating in pre-Hispanic Mexico and embraced across the country, tacos are versatile, practical, and absolutely irresistible. Every region has its own version, but they all share one thing in common: they’re eaten with your hands and enjoyed together.

Mole

A ceremonial dish made with chilies, spices, and chocolate. Mole represents the depth of Mexican cuisine and is often served at family celebrations, where every recipe carries a story.

Pozole

An ancestral stew made with hominy corn, traditionally shared from large pots. Perfect for long tables, loud laughter, and special days.

Tamales

Wrapped in leaves and filled with care, tamales are a symbol of home. Sweet or savory, they always taste better when shared.

Enchiladas

Tortillas dipped in sauce, filled, and baked or grilled. A comforting favorite that appeals to both kids and adults.

Chiles en Nogada

A dish rich in history, seasonality, and national pride. Sweet, savory, and creamy all at once — a surprising and memorable experience.

Quesadillas

Simple and delicious. Filled with cheese, squash blossoms, or mushrooms, they’re perfect for all tastes and ages.

Guacamole

More than just an appetizer, it’s a ritual. Prepared in the center of the table, it invites sharing and conversation.

Sopes

Thick corn bases topped with beans, meat, and salsa. Traditional, filling, and beloved at family gatherings.

Churros

The perfect ending. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and always linked to strolls, plazas, and happy moments.

Flavors That Shine in Puerto Vallarta: 3 Must-Try Dishes by the Sea

Fish Tacos

Crispy, fresh, and light. In Vallarta, they taste like the ocean breeze and carefree vacations. Perfect for sharing after time by the pool or a walk along the beach.

Pacific-Style Ceviche

Prepared with fresh fish, lime, tomato, and cilantro. Refreshing, colorful, and ideal for enjoying together under the shade, with the sound of the sea in the background.

Zarandeado-Style Grilled Fish

A coastal tradition, slowly grilled and meant to be shared at the center of the table. Every bite invites another serving and more conversation.

At Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Great Moments, these flavors naturally become part of the experience: eating well, eating together, and doing so right by the ocean, with options designed for every family member and an atmosphere where the after-meal moments last as long as the sunset.

Eating Together Is Also Part of the Vacation

Family vacations aren’t measured only in photos, but in moments: when someone says “this is delicious,” when kids try something new, when grandparents share stories.
Mexico is best discovered around a shared table… and Puerto Vallarta knows how to do it with the comforting flavor of a seaside home.

There will always be a place at the table for you and your family here.

Q&A

Is Mexican food suitable for kids?
Yes. Many dishes can be prepared without spice and offer mild, comforting flavors.

Does Puerto Vallarta offer family-friendly food options?
Absolutely. Its cuisine combines fresh seafood, traditional recipes, and presentations ideal for sharing.

Where can you enjoy Mexican food without leaving the hotel?
At well-located family hotels like Buenaventura Grand, where gastronomy is a central part of the vacation experience.