Commerce Reopens in Puerto Vallarta; Long Lines Form for Groceries

Businesses across Puerto Vallarta began reopening Monday as residents and visitors rushed to stock up on food and essential supplies following a day of unrest that kept many indoors.

After spending Sunday unable to leave their homes to purchase basic necessities, citizens were eager to find open stores. Several grocery shops, large retail chains, and even the Mercado 5 de Diciembre resumed operations, drawing long lines of customers seeking groceries and household essentials.

All Soriana locations in Marina, Pitillal, Flamingos, and Caracol opened their doors, implementing controlled entry measures by allowing only ten customers inside at a time to maintain order.

The Ley supermarket also reopened, though a lengthy line formed along Avenida México as shoppers waited to enter.

Among municipal markets, only the 5 de Diciembre market partially reopened. Some of its stalls had been damaged or set on fire during the previous day’s disturbances, limiting full operations.

In residential neighborhoods, a noticeable shift occurred. With many convenience stores such as Oxxo, Kiosko, 2Box, and Farmacias Guadalajara affected by the unrest, traditional neighborhood businesses — small grocery stores, produce stands, and local butcher shops — stepped in to meet demand.

Despite recent disruptions, the reopening of commerce reflects efforts by the community to restore a sense of normalcy while residents continue securing essential goods.