Black and White Review in the Nightlife Guide
What is Puerto Vallarta famous for? Right, “party, party” Sun and beach! Is that all there is here?
Let’s say you feel like going out, but you don’t want to go to the beach, disco, fancy or typical restaurant, bar or cinema, nor the typical tourist hang outs. Then what?
Well, I invite you to enjoy a good Latin American song served with a beer, drink or coffee (and not the other way around) by some of the friendliest people in town and in a cozy little place, surprisingly quiet, considering it’s just one block away from Vallarta’s main avenue. You will not only feel at home, but you will also feel you’re now part of Vallarta, surrounded mostly by locals and loyal customers who know they will have a different experience each time they go there, full of real feeling, without formalities or “labels”.
Mario Blanco and Jaime Martinez opened this place thirteen years ago and it has kept its original concept since then: welcome all kinds of people with a friendly smile, a good song and a different kind of environment. Mario is now its owner, host, singer and he will delight you either with some good old and new songs by the most famous Mexican, Cuban, Spanish or Latin American composers or with one of his own compositions. The concept is called “Trova” and it includes all kinds of romantic songs in Spanish, from the 40s to date.
Blanco y Negro is right behind Blockbuster, on the opposite corner of 8 Tostadas Restaurant and one block from Subway. It opens from 8:00pm to 2:00am and Mario starts singing between 10:30 and 11:00pm. Prices are quite reasonable and you don’t have to pay a cover or anything like that. Your coffee will be served with some delicious chocolate cookies and beers, with peanuts.
Warning: Once you try it, it will become a habit but don’t worry, it’s quite healthy.
