We stopped here on the road between Ponce and San Juan, and since we didn't have a lot of time, we…read moredidn't wander too far down the Ruta del Lechon (Pork Highway). This place is right on the main highway, it's huge and packed so plan accordingly: we arrived before noon on a Friday, so we probably got one of the last parking spots (there's a guy managing or charging in the parking lot? not sure) and the line was manageable. A large group and some buses showed up after us, so it got really crowded! Anyway, we had a short line, had no idea what we were doing to order (I should have researched better) but pointed and nodded, and with some help from the nice people in line, ended up with two huge platters of pork, rice and some other sides - way more food that we probably needed. The food: delicious! I would say our #2 favorite meal in Puerto Rico, after Marmalade (but that was more than 10x the price!) The pork was delicious, juicy, flavorful, and the crackling was to die for! I wish they would package those and sell them - probably only good fresh, though. Rice and sides were adequate: my son tried to be healthy and said the salad and potatoes were ok, but you're really there for the pork. Cost etc.: we paid less than $50 for 2 enormous plates of food and some sodas. It was enough for 3 lunch servings, plus enough leftovers for 2 people to have the rest for dinner - so I guess 5 servings? The wait was not bad early on a weekday, but they must get incredibly overrun on weekends. It is entertaining to see the pork cooking on a spit (please don't come if you are vegetarian and sensitive to such things) and watch them hacking away with machetes. My husband wondered if the machetes are the same once used for sugar cane!

During our trip to Puerto Rico, we made a stop at a lechónera- a restaurant that serves lechón (one…read moreof PR's unofficial national dishes), which is a whole, slow-roasted pig. This restaurant is just one of many open-air roadside spots that serve lechón along "La Ruta del Lechón", aka the "pork highway" in Guavate. We got a half pound of lechon along with Mamposteao, which was delicious and filling. The pork skin hit a level of shatteringly crispy texture that I have never had from non-fried pork skin. We came later in the day, which unfortunately meant that the pork was slightly dried out. However, the texture and flavor of the lechón was absoutely delicious. It's a "build your own box" style restaurant where you choose which sides you want on the dipslay. Besides the mamposteao there were also other delicious-looking sides such as plantains/mofongo, beans, fruit, etc. There's a small parking lot outside the restaurant- one where the rule is you can only back your car into your parking space. Interesting. Would definetely come to try lechón here again!

Currently serving to go only. Got the butter salmon...delicious! Great sized portions. My…read morehusband and I shared it. The cole slaw wasn't my thing at all. The veggies were fresh and well cooked. The beans were tasty but cool to the temp.

Great for local Virgin Islands and Spanish food. Located in the Heart of St Croix across from…read moresunny isle shopping center. From conch, pot fish, turkey wings, Mahi Mahi with all the local trimming white rice, season rice, potatoes stuffing, Cole slaw, mac n cheese

If you are all about the experience, the ride, the view this is the place for you. Bring your 4x4…read morevehicle or ride the truck when available for just $5. Either way it will be a fun experience. Their is full bar, please be responsible or pass along your keys because you might not want to loss car/mind traction going down hill. Food is acceptable and they have a big spoon to serve. Prices are reasonable. Remember its all about the experience!!

Need your own 4x4 to get up there but the view is just amazing. The owner was very nice and lots of…read morelittle kittens to feed.

Had a wonderful time at Casita Miramar. Aalyah, our server did an amazing job of being able to…read morecommunicate and inform us about the dishes and accommodate anything we needed. Aalyah, thank you so much for making our last meal in San Juan so special!! The portions are huge! I split an app with 3 people and honestly the main dishes can be split among two people as well. It was very tasty especially the chicken, and the ribs! The place also looked amazing and we were given a semi-private room for such a large group. Thanks for having us!!

For my last night in Puerto Rico, I wanted to go all out, and I ended up somewhere pretty special…read more Casita Miramar sits in a gorgeous old villa in the Miramar neighborhood, all hanging plants, twinkle lights, and vintage furniture, and the décor and ambiance alone had me sold before the food even showed up. I sat at the bar, and the staff absolutely made the night. Insanely nice and receptive, they talked with me the entire time, made recommendations, walked me through the dishes and the culture behind them, and kept the strong drinks coming, which I will never complain about. That kind of hospitality is rare and I can't say enough about it. Now for my one nitpick, and this is a me problem more than a them problem: I don't totally love Puerto Rican food. This is authentic comida criolla, which pulls from Caribbean, Latin American, and Spanish influences all at once, and my picky palate keeps asking what exactly it's trying to be. But the vibes, the people, and the setting made the whole experience more than worth it. Come for the criollo cooking, stay for one of the warmest rooms in San Juan.

Servicio excelente. Los dueños muy atentos y servicial. Mara y Andres did an excellent job getting…read moreour drinks and food order . We had vegetarians in our group and they acomodated us all. The food was delicious and so was the service. They open Fri- Sunday only after 5. Service was shorthanded so wait time was a little long but it was worth the wait. Food was delicious. Highly recommend mofongo mero and arroz mamposteado. The drinks ALL of them were top notch. Plus lots of beautiful photo ops around the restaurant. Can't wait to come back!

Excelente Lugar para compartir con la Familia. Deliciosa comida y mojitos. Todo muy buenoread more

We were restaurant hopping in the area and this was hands down the best pernil we tried…read more The mean and skin were super tasty, not fatty and very flavorful. The sides were delicious. Fast service and very friendly bartenders. Cool little outdoor place with live music on Sundays. Definitely visiting this place again.

It was super exciting to visit Guavate (aka Pork Highway). This is one of the oldest running…read moreestablishments there. The interior was pretty spacious and colorful, with festive decor for the holidays and a live band playing. There was a happening atmosphere to the place. I ordered Pork (of course), tostones, and yuca. The Pork was well seasoned, though a little dry. I was disappointed that the skin was not crispy thin enough to eat. Tostones were nice and crisp. Yuca were cooked perfectly and had just the right consistency. Also got to try the Pork Ribs, and this was my favorite! They were small in size, delightfully tender, juicy, full of bold flavor, making for truly mouthwatering bites.

It a little over a half over drive from San Juan and there's no picturesque view from your table…read more But it's worth it. Cool rustic vibe, delicious food, and top notch service. I recommend the breaded pork loin. It comes topped with a mushroom and cherry tomato sauce and served over a bed of mashed malanga. Generous portion and filling, I wasn't able to finish the whole thing. Some appetizers I'd also recommend are the alcapurrias and the Montaditos de yuca with spicy crab and salmon chicharrón. My kid liked the rabbit meatballs. They are known for their cocktails, so order one. Overall, a great spot to hit up on the weekend, especially with a group of friends or family. Kid friendly atmosphere with open areas for them to play. If you're going with a group, I'd recommend carpooling since the there's no parking lot. Parking is on the side of the road. Will definitely be back. They take reservations, so call ahead because they get busy.

This was a nice treat. I loved the vibe. Great music. Friendly service. To top everything off the…read morefood was delicious. Every dish was good. The montaditos were excellent appetizers. We had the spicy crab and salmon and the smoked salmon ones. For the main course I got the quail with mamposteao rice. For dessert I had the tronki flan. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Excellent Dominican food lunch counter in the back of a grocery store behind KFC next to a bar…read morecalled Caribbean deli across from Fort Mylner plaza. A few tables to sit at inside. Very good pork ribs and excellent spices and flavors on everything. Very similar to Puerto Rican food but the spices are stronger and more flavorful in my opinion She also had stewed beef, stewed chicken, viandas, guineos, yucca, white rice, arrow con moros. I'd eat here daily if I could.

Incredible food and interesting new food items I've never had before! Delicious and great service…read moretoo!

The food amazing had the salmon Cesar's salad was amazing, brother in law had the churasco with…read moremajado and tostones. Sis had the chicken cesars salad. I tried the passion fruit Sangria everything was delicious. The service was great fast and courteous, the ambience was good, family oriented. Loved it

Sábado 16 de marzo de 2024 nuestra salida de almuerzo de los sábados. Llegamos a este local por…read morereferencia de la comida. Como siempre somos los primeros en llegar. Local limpio y ordenado. La comida se prepara al momento y todo salió en 30 minutos. Porciones grandes y excelente sabor. Servicio muy bueno y ambiente familiar. La comida estuvo muy buena.