Vallarta: Mexican Seafood Done Right in Dayton 🐟🌮🍤
If you’re looking for a break from the usual taco spot and want something with coastal flair, Vallarta Mexican Seafood & Grill in Dayton is the place to be. This isn’t your average Mexican restaurant—Vallarta brings bold, authentic flavor with a heavy seafood influence, and it’s become a must-visit for anyone craving fresh fish, shrimp, and creative cocktails with Latin vibes.
📍 Location Info
- Address: 7271 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
- Phone: (937) 396-4104
- Hours:
- Sunday–Thursday: 11 AM – 9 PM
- Friday–Saturday: 11 AM – 10 PM
Located just off I-75 near Miller Lane, Vallarta is easy to get to and has plenty of parking. The interior is colorful and vibrant with beachy décor, and the music and energy make it feel like you’re on vacation—even in Dayton.
🐠 What to Order at Vallarta
Seafood lovers, you’re in for a treat. But even if you’re not all-in on shrimp and fish, the menu still has something for everyone. Here’s what stands out:
- Molcajete Vallarta: A sizzling hot stone bowl filled with shrimp, steak, chicken, cactus, and cheese, all bubbling in a rich red sauce. It’s big, bold, and shareable—but no shame if you keep it all for yourself.
- Fish or Shrimp Tacos: Grilled, blackened, or fried—your choice. Topped with crisp slaw and creamy chipotle sauce. Bright, fresh, and full of flavor.
- Camarones a la Diabla: Spicy shrimp in a fiery red sauce. Not for the faint of heart, but a must if you like heat.
- Ceviche: Lime-cured shrimp or fish mixed with onion, tomato, cilantro, and avocado. Served cold and perfect with chips.
- Birria Tacos: Yep—they do these too! Slow-stewed beef packed into crispy tortillas and served with consommé for dipping.
- Fajitas: Classic, sizzling, and loaded with bell peppers and onions. Choose steak, chicken, shrimp, or a combo.
They also offer huge margaritas, micheladas, and a fun cocktail list—great for happy hour or weekend dinners.
🌟 What I Love – Mexican Seafood
Vallarta feels different from the minute you walk in. It’s colorful, it’s lively, and it offers a seafood-heavy menu that you don’t see every day in the Dayton area. The portions are large, the flavors are bold, and the atmosphere feels like a celebration. Whether you’re meeting friends or treating yourself, it’s an easy spot to relax and enjoy.
💬 Final Thoughts
Vallarta brings the best of coastal Mexican cuisine right to the Miami Valley. Whether you’re into ceviche, shrimp tacos, birria, or just want to sip a margarita under string lights and palm-painted walls, this spot delivers every time.
It’s a change of pace from the usual—and that’s exactly why I like it.
About Team MVE | Streetlight Realty
We’re Katie Masters & Jonas Helbert, the team behind The Miami Valley Experience. We love highlighting local gems like El Asadero—but we also help our neighbors buy, sell, and manage real estate across the Greater Dayton area.
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- Jonas Helbert: (937) 626-4181
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- Email: mve@streetlightrealtors.com
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