Don't bother! I have tried several times. the first two were walk ups the second time I was told to make a reservation. The third time I called not even 20 mins that they were opened and the reservation was full. It's a small place. Seriously the lady could had told me the night before I needed to make the reservation for the following night. That would of been more helpful! Bad communication on their end. read more

Went in last night with no "reservations" doesn't say on yelp it required one so I didn't think much of it... So I went around the block and ate there despite the recommendations the hostess or owner gave us.. Checked back on yelp to see what time they opened so I could call in advance to make a "reservation" per the hostess or owners request and when I called at 5:18 18 minutes after they opened I was told they where booked for the whole evening.. Really?! I wasn't I told this is the happening spot and "reservations" are required the day before or even days in advance!! It's frustrating cause I'm only here for 2 days and both attempts I was told I couldn't eat here!! Ugh!! This is bs! If your that limited on seating put on your yelp and indicate that this is a reservation only restaurant so people who are here on vacation don't waste there time trying to eat here!! read more

We had a nice time here once we finally got seated. We were 5 minutes late for our reservation and she had given our table away so we had to wait 45 minutes for another table. Definitely not a warm and fuzzy hostess... we had a few words after the long wait and people got seated before us that had reservations after us. Attitude for sure. But once we sat down everything was great! The margaritas were awesome and the food was good. Their house hot sauces were great too but the hot was.... HOT!! Beware. read more

My husband and I loved Coqui Fire SO much we went twice! Best darn mole we've ever had! WOW. You must try the shrimp with rice topped with coconut mole and the queso fundido! I'm drooling just thinking about it.... most of the time, mole sauces are bitter and overwhelming... the flavors were perfect, though! The staff was very friendly and the sangria was awesome! A little tricky to find - Google maps fail! But it's basically behind Blackbeards Sports a couple blocks. Wish you'd open up in Vermont! :) We're in dire need of some GOOD Mexican food. read more

We had an amazing Thanksgiving dinner here. It was everything you are looking for for a thanksgiving meal, and yet heavenly presented with a Mexican twist. My husband and I both love fine dining, and we were pleasantly surprised. It will be one of those meals that I can never forget. What a gem at Vieques! read more

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The spicy margarita was good and the environment was really nice. The chef/owner came out and asked how everything was and was very friendly. The carnitas and shrimp were both really good. Their different hot sauces are delicious. read more

How dumb are you? You went to vieques and didnt try coqui fire? Laid back but intimate dining experience. The chef walks around and asks how the food is. Service is maybe a little slow, but extremely attentive. Salsa and chips- Hands down my favorite guac preparation of all time. Garlic and serrano pepper + guac. I liked the various levels of heat they offered on the same plate. Tuna Ceviche- Capers, lettuce (maybe too much?) and TUNA! so good. Carnitas- Braised pork served on rice and beans. This dish stole the show, sweet crust but spicy inside and absolutely fork tender. Whelp, they said to make room for their famous cheesecake but it wasn't possible. Next time. Drinks- Good beer selection, great homemade sangria, I tried a tequila+hot sauce shot- go for number 9 level, really complements the smokiness of the tequila. We've been having great food out here, but this takes the cake. read more

My favorite restaurant on Vieques. The best carnitas we've ever had, and amazing jumbo shrimp with coconut mole as well. We stumbled upon this place 30 minutes before close and were greeted with amazing service and a willingness to seat us late. The chef came out multiple times to chat with us and check on the food. The deserts were also amazing. Great people, great outdoor seating, we'll miss this place! read more

Coqui Fire Cafe - Jumbo shrimp with coconut mole - Mexican Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

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This was so good. The pork medallions were unreal. Probably the best restaurant on the island. Highly recommend.

We ended up here by accident for dinner and it was an extremely happy accident. We waited for a bit to get seated and we ended up at the bar. At the time, it was BYOB, but I am guessing from more recent reviews that it's not that way anymore, which I am super excited about. I am writing this review in anticipation of going back to Vieques and returning to Coqui Fire! I had the chili rellano and I am still dreaming about how delicious it was a year later. We ended up seated next to a woman who told us her life story and introduced us to everyone in the restaurant. It's definitely that kind of place, which I think is amazing. Don't miss it!! read more

We follow yelp recommendations regularly however don't review as often as we should. This place is legit Mexican but better! I stay away from Mexican places due to mostly disappointment. Catherine suggested we try here. Well, this is it!!! Drinks, service, atmosphere, AND of course amazing food. The owner, chef makes regular visits to the dining room to check in on the patrons. Dessert, also do not miss. Best dinner so far here and certainly best Mexican on or off island! read more

This place is the best. Owners and staff are so friendly and courteous. Everything we tried was amazing. The carnitas, the stuffed peppers and the enchiladas with mole. Yummo! Wish we were here longer, so we could eat here again. One day! read more

Every local we spoke with put this as a top spot to visit, and they were right. We were blown away that a 4-person restaurant could serve up such flavor in every dish. Do it right - taste the hot sauces, order the pork, and drink the spicy margarita. We deferred to the bartender to select our meal and couldn't have left more stuffed with tasty goodness. With only 10 tables and a bar, you should make a reservation! read more

Absolutely wonderful. This is a very small (seven tables) restaurant you must have a reservation. The food was excellent we had pork Carnitas with the best polenta I've ever had. Also had a steak that was good! The pana cotta was a perfect close! read more

Wow, wow, wow!! I can't fully express how much we enjoyed dinner here last night. Hubs and I have a deep fondness for true Mexican cuisine. We are big fans of Rick Bayless, the two hot tamales and Richard Sandoval. The chef here captures the flavors and essence of Mexican cuisine. He clearly has a passion for Mexican food and it shows in his food. This is a lovely little, casual restaurant. Staff are all warm and welcoming. You absolutely need to make reservations! We both started with margheritas. I asked for spicy and they delivered by adding some of their own hot sauce. The spice level was 9 out of 12. It was just what I wanted. Choose the queso and chorizo appetizer. Oh man, was that good!! Nice melted cheese mixed with flavorful chorizo and a red salsa with a little heat. The cheese didn't get thick and gloppy or feel heavy. We polished that off in no time. Hubs had the chicken enchiladas with black mole for entree. I only got a little bite because he wasn't up for sharing. It was wonderful. The chicken was tender and had a subtle grilled flavor. The black mole was wonderful and just the right texture of not too thick or thin. I had the blackened shrimp with rice and coconut mole for my main. The shrimp were perfectly prepared with good flavor. The mole was to die for! Mole is a complicated sauce due to the number of ingredients you layer in. A good mole takes hours to prepare. Hubby made it once and it took 3 hours. The chef actually came out and asked if everything was ok and we couldn't stop gushing to him how much we enjoyed the food. We asked him about his mole and he said his recipe is a 5 hour process! Also found out later from the staff that he went to Mexico to take a class on how to make mole. Ok, that's pretty darn impressive! Truly passionate about his food. Dessert was the ultimate chocolate cheesecake. I didn't think I could eat another bite and yet we ate it all. Nice chocolate flavor without being too sweet. Soft creamy texture. Hint of spice in the cheesecake and the crust. I believe it had a touch of chipotle. We heard so many people rave about the carnitas and they were already sold out of it by the time we were there we decided to return. We made a reservation for our last night on Vieques. I can't wait!! read more

The best food and value in VQS. Ceviche, shrimp and grits, margaritas, good people and authentic and casual atmosphere. Pure Vieques.

I wish i could convey how wonderful this place is in words! You must go and find out for yourselves, as words can't do it justice. We spent 7 nights on the island, and ate here for 5 of those nights. Kat and Jimmy are wonderful people, and take pride in what they do. We came as strangers, and left as friends. The food is hands down the best Mexican I have ever had. You can taste the love Jimmy puts into every bite. We sat at the bar most nights and couldn't have been happier with the lovely ladies behind the bar, and the service we received. Two months later I would kill for a piece of their cheesecake. Until next year!! read more

I've been here three times. Every time the food has been delicious and the Staff, personable. The owner, Jimmy, has visited the table each time to check on our satisfaction. Working my way down the menu. The portions are generous and the kitchen moves at an expectable rate. Recommend the chips and salsa to start. read more

Don't miss this place on the island. Carnitas, company and the hot sauces are choices galore. Chef Jimmy came out to greet the guests, what a gem! Casual and comfy. I will be back before our trip ends! read more

Truly nice restaurant! Everyone here from the owner to the chef seemed to love what they do. It was a very warm welcoming meal in Vieques. Food was delicious, too. My mom and my dad loved their homemade hot sauces, especially the Komodo Dragon. Pork carnitas was juicy and melted in my mouth. Pretty decoration :) read more

Didn't have a chance to try this place. On a Friday at 7:3pm, we were turned away because we didn't have a reservation and there were empty tables. When we asked to make a reservation for Saturday, we were told they were closed. read more

We got married in Vieques and visited Coqui Fire the night before our wedding. We were served by the most amazing people who worked so hard to make the occasion special. It's difficult to describe the atmosphere, but it can be narrowed down to either "elegantly casual" or "casually elegant." The food was spectacular, and our table on the patio was perfect. All ten of us named Coqui Fire as the best restaurant we visited while in Puerto Rico, and it will be our first stop when we return. read more

Great food and warm, friendly service. The proprietors, Jim and Kat, are wonderful and seem to pay individual attention to everyone. The nachos are very special, the margaritas great, and my chili relenos was fresh and delish. read more

Great mexican fare, great ambiance, great drinks and great prices. Would definitely go again!

Terrific. Was in town recently with a bunch of foodies from NYC and Chicago and was looking for a break from red snapper and mofongo. Great, slightly sophisticated takes on classic dishes. Everything we tried was delicious, including the margaritas. One exception: The crazy-sounding desserts (garlic cheesecake and the like) were NOT a hit with our group, though the chef seemed particularly proud of the). Probably my fave meal the entire time we were on the island. read more

I'm giving five stars because there are not only gluten free options but the hostess is a fellow Celiac who gave me great advice. The Mexican options were all great and the hot sauce was tasty. We also had some specials that were also very good. The drinks and bartender are both great. The vibe is mellow and fun. Make reservations or be patient. #glutenfree gluten free Vieques "Gluten free Puerto Rico" "Gluten free Vieques" "Gluten-free Puerto Rico" read more

This place is packed so I would definitely get a reservation. When I called for a reservation they asked if the bar would be ok since there were only 2 of us and we said sure, the bar is where we ended up sitting. Hot sauce is their specialty and we sampled many including in my husband's margarita. Drinks (margaritas and bottled craft beers) were great. The ceviche was mediocre but our pork taco appetizer was amazing. We loved our mains - carnitas and grilled fish tacos. Definitely save room for the cheesecake - we had the delicious banana chocolate chip. The staff was friendly and the service speedy, but they seemed a bit stressed which detracted from our experience a bit. read more

Great drinks. Best bottle beer selection we saw on the island (I'm a hop head). Food was great!

We were bummed to discover that they don't serve Mexican food on Friday's and wish that had been better advertised on their website. Despite my craving for guacamole, we still had a lovely meal. I had the only vegetarian item on the menu--eggplant Parmesan which was fine and my partner had the pork belly which he loved. Overall, I'd recommend this place but can't speak for the regular menu! read more

This place has some of the best Mexican Food Ive ever eaten. It was sooo good we came back a second night. Wish we had discovered it earlier as we would have eaten here more. Listen to what everyone says...get the Carnitias. An amazing plate of food! And save room for a slice of cheese cake too. This was the BEST place we ate at all week. Service was fantastic as well. The hostess checked on us multiple times. And the chef/owner also comes out every night to check on everything. We felt welcomed and taken care of. If we were not flying and could carry it home would have bought all his hot sauces - but will be ordering them online and cant wait to try them at home. read more

Stumbled across this on a Wednesday night, we had no reservations but they were very accommodating. The atmosphere is great, laid back but a bit sophisticated. My wife and I had the coqui margaritas: awesome. They have a twinge of fire in them, however hot u want them. Met the owners the next morning: class act. read more

Carnitas were fantastic, Caroline (the bartender) was charming, great Nachos. Well made drinks, excellent hot sauce, great meal!

I had a great meal at this restaurant for a great price,the hot sauces were out of this world and everyone was so friendly the bartender larry gave us some great recommendations on other restaurants in the area the chef was so friendly he came over and asked us how every thing was and even took time out of his busy schedule to get in a picture with my wife and I.the tuna ceviche was great and I had unbelievable home made enchilladas my wife had the duck special and the cheesecake was awesome.even Ray who was a customer in the restaurant and who owned a house on the island was so helpful and friendly.we met the nicest people on this island. read more

I've traveled the world and this is one of the most pleasant dining surprises I've ever encountered. Excellent food, far better than you'd expect for a place that sells its own (extensive!) line of hot sauces. I left with a visibly distended belly because I kept forcing food in, past the point of caloric satisfaction, because when was I going to have a meal like this again?! Went to bed an hour later. 10k bonus points for not only tolerating but effortlessly servicing the seriously gluten free celiac in our group. read more

This place must be the most popular on the island- only one that I found that you need a reservation! It was quite tasty. We had fish tacos and carnitas. The real star of the evening is the spicy margarita made with one of the four house made hot sauces. read more

Vieques' absolute best and a must-try. Call ahead for seating as this brilliantly fresh turn on authentic island fare is rightfully hot as the must try fire margaritas - one of a kind and lovingly crafted as the delicious food. read more

Coqui cafe is not to be missed. In the side streets of Isabelle Segundo is nestled a cozy and friendly restaurant that serves incredibly flavorful food. Lots of spices and a nice range of heat spice. We had the regular nachos which were covered in both diced tomatoes and a roasted red pepper purée, topped with both queso fresco and mozzarella. I have never used the words nachos and fresh-tasting together, but these nachos were delightfully fresh-tasting! We had the specials. I had pork that had a spice rub, cooked perfectly and was moist. It was served with twice baked potatoes- delicious. The shrimp and grits was also flavorful, spice-rubbed shrimp and chorizo grits. Go! read more

Coqui Fire Cafe - Pork special- delicious!! - Mexican Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Wow! A Vieques taxi driver (from El Paso) recommended to try Coqui Fire and we were so happy he did! You definitely need reservations during the busy months, and the meal is worth waiting for! We ordered nachos, queso fundido, quesadillas to start and it was all amazing. Their homemade hot sauces are the best - we will be ordering some online for ourselves, friends, and family. The entrees and margaritas were equally fantastic. By far our favorite meal on the island - don't miss it! read more

This almost hidden place is a REAL GEM on this island!! We had the nachos , chicken tacos, and the chef's special pork carnitas. All was scrumptious !! The chef came out and visited with us and told us of his homemade hot sauces. A definite exciting find during our 6 days on Vieques! read more

What a welcoming and wonderful place to have dinner! They are small but mighty...mighty delicious! The hostess/owner was so friendly and helpful. The food was top notch and the drinks were interesting twists on more traditional island drinks. Worth waiting for a table. Don't forget to try the cheesecake of the day--ours was Mango Garlic and it was yummy! read more