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Best known for: Imaginative Asian & Mediterranean Food

Mark's Bar & Grill

The regular crowd at Mark’s Bar and Grill in Bucerias, both tourists and residents, consistently give this Riviera Nayarit hot spot top billing for food, ambiance and overall experience. Whether dining at the bar with great conversation or on the tropical garden patio under the stars, the Mediterranean and Asian inspired food will exceed expectations.
Chef Jan Benton’s passion for creating a menu to satisfy the most discerning clientele is characterized by freshness, simplicity and depth of flavor.

Congratulations Marks Bar & Grill for winning Virtual Vallarta's Readers Choice "Best Riviera Nayarit Restaurant 2011" Award. *Present your receipt at Jan Marie Boutique across the street and receive a special discount!

Start with a taste from the tempting appetizer menu and be sure not to miss the organic salads and perfect pastas. Fresh ricotta gnocchi with San Blas shrimp or grass-fed filet mignon with horseradish scalloped potatoes  are local favorites, along with amazing brick-oven pizzas. All the seafood and produce are sourced locally, expertly prepared daily and served by an accomplished staff.

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Appetizers

Lobster Pumpkin Bisque with Shrimp Pieces - Bisque de Langosta con Puré de Calabaza y Camarón
Freshly Shucked Baja Oysters with Mignonette or Panko Crusted & Fried – Ostiones de Baja en su Concha, Salsa Mignonette o Fritos 
Tuna Two Ways Sesame Crusted Sashimi Style and Tuna Tartare with roasted Shitakes and Soy Miso Vinaigrette -
Atun en Dos Estilos Ajonjoli Sashimi y Tartare de Atun con Shitakes 
Grass Fed Beef Carpaccio & Ostrich Paté Brúlée, Pomegranate Glaze, Black Pepper, Arugula & Shaved Parmesan -
Carpaccio de Carne y Paté Brúleé de Avestruz, Demi-Glace de Granada
Chicken Masala & Vegetable Spring Roll with Hoisin Sauce - Rollos de Primavera con Pollo y Verduras Masala y Salsa de Hoisin

Main Courses

Macadamia Crusted Red Snapper with wilted Ginger Spinach, Fruit Salsa and Thai Curry Sauce
Filete de Huachinango Capeado con Nuez de Macadamia y Espinaca Pan Seared Tuna with Coriander Crust, Wasabi-Ginger
Butter Poached Lobster in the Shell with Garlic Butter & Pasta with Basil
Langosta al Vapor en la Concha con Mantequilla de Ajo y Pasta
New Zealand Rack of Lamb – With roasted garlic flan, on Mashed Potatoes, grilled Zucchini, Mint Tapenade & Merlot Rosemary Lamb Reduction
Rack de Cordero Nueva Zelanda, Flan de Ajo Asado, Puré de Papa, Salsa de Cordero
Grilled Organic Pork Chop from the Rack, crispy Potato Cake, Port Star-Anis Sauce & Apple Ginger Purée
Chuleta de Puerco Orgánica del Rack, Torta Crujiente de Papas, Manzanas

Desserts

Belgian Chocolate Mousse – With espresso cream - Mousse de chocolate belga con crema de espresso
Citrus-infused Crème Brûlée – With biscotti - Crème brûlée con biscotti e infusión de cítricos
Dessert Tasting Plate – Select three to share - Tres postres a elegir

Whether you dine on the intimate patio, in the casually elegant interior or with the crowd at the bar, there is a comfortable spot for everyone. Try Mark’s margaritas, choose from an impressive wine list, exotic cocktails, full bar selection and some of the best appetizers around. The house-made desserts are irresistible - enjoy the ever-popular trio tasting plate.

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