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Came here for lunch and had their 5 tacos with beans as a side. Service was quick, friendly, and fast. Food was really tasty and tasted great! Server was friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. The ambiance is friendly and Latin music playing on the background. A great place to visit after playing golf at fort Sam Houston!
Had another wonder Puerto Rican lunch with great quality service, clean environment with very friendly staff always aiming to please. The chicken is very flavorful, the roasted pork is cooked perfectly with seasoning and love. I recommend going for lunch to try several different things at once. The lunch always comes with your choice of rice and beans and a side salad. You get a very nice amount for the bargain price. This is always my goto when I was great cooked food with lots of flavor.
BLUF: This Puerto Rican restaurant serves food as good if not better than some places IN Puerto Rico. I'm a fan of Spanish food, have been for decades. I enjoy cooking it, eating it and traveling to discover new and interesting takes on different Chef's interpretations on traditional Spanish cuisine. So I was pleasantly surprised to taste quality food and home made from scratch dishes during a recent class lunch. I walked in and noticed more of an express type lunch option to the right if you are on the go and a seated are on the right and rear of the inside if you want to take a break from the San Antonio sun and weather. Even as you walk up there are nice tables outside which instantly made me think it would be nice in the winter when the temps are favorable. Our group was greeted (back) warmly and sat promptly. Between the sounds and smells and tunes it genuinely felt like some part of my brain unlocked. I sprung for the steak and asked for double beans and alrhough the rice looked fluffy and flavorful, the beans were clearly made in house and with talent. I was very satisfied with the serving size and the price point. This was a great place to sit and have a meeting without it being overly loud. A lot of folks seem to converge here for lunch based on the quality of care and service and food- so make sure to take a look at the menu online before hand and arrive with an idea of what delicious plates youre about to get into.
El Pilón Sabor Boricua is a Puerto Rica. Restaurant on Harry Wurzbach Road near the Harry Wurzbach gate of Ft. Sam. There plenty of parking surrounding the restaurant so no need to worry about finding a parking spot. There's indoor and outdoor seating and inside is very clean! Upon entrance, the staff was super friendly and helpful in helping me to decide on something that wouldn't take too long to cook. I decided upon the Cuban sandwich with plantains. The waitress was right. My order was ready in less than 8 minutes! The sandwich was deliciously seasoned, moist and tender. And the plantains were the perfect hint of sweetness! I washed it down with a few swigs of Puerto Rican soda, which was also tasty! If you're near the area, treat yourself to some good food, you won't regret! Mil gracias, El Pilon!!!
Stopped by with some co-workers for lunch last week. The place is clean and looks newly remodeled. Staff was friendly and helpful. Not too many vegetarian options available though. I paid more for a side of arroz con gandules and plantains than my co-workers did for the 2 meat lunch special, which included rice, beans, salad, and plantains. The food was ok, but I didn't think it was worth the price I paid.
Stopped by for lunch, they do a combo priced on how many meats you get. Got the chicken and peril, skipped thr carbs and got all salad. Get all the optional condiments, they are delicious. Fast, quick service.
The way you order your food was set up a bit strange. The food was already prepared and set up kinda buffet style behind the glass so it was ready very quickly which worked out well for the amount of time we had for lunch. Lunch special for $8.99, Perfect amount of food, fast, delicious, and a great price! Dark meat chicken 10/10 Skin was seasoned beautifully, chicken was tender and moist. Delicious. Salad 10/10 Just some lettuce and a slice of tomato. Nice little touch of freshness on the plate White rice 10/10 It was seasoned a bit, just the perfect amount of salt I think. Plantains 8/10 Sliced whole. Delicious, soft and sweet, not super crispy or anything (I know some places do them a little crispier on the outside). Opted to not have any beans
We been here a few times now and it's hit every time!!! I get my normal cuban sandwich w/ fried plantain and extraaaa mayoketchup pero my bf got the tripleta sandwhich because he wanted to be different and loved it -- it's steak, pork, and ham... he said it was super flavorful but not salty which was the perfect amount of seasoning accomplished in a sandwhich w/ three meats Lol As always, they don't disappoint and have good service. They always joke with us or laugh surprised that I speak Spanish.. feels very "homey" in here and the food is similar to something ya mother would cook!
This was a new place that was an unexpected foodie experience. The waitress was so helpful in describing the different menu items (loved the authentic accent). The pork carnitas were so flavorful and seasoned so well. The rice, black beans, Yuka, and fried Maduro (plantain) had the most unique flavors. The sauces were something new but enjoyable. Definitely, be back for more!
I will definitely be returning!!!!! This place has some amazing food. The service was pleasant and the ambiance was great. The music was at a great volume. Yes yes and yes. Thank God it didn't take me long to find a good Puerto Rican restaurant!
Really good food. If you're near the post gate at Fort Sam Houston, this restaurant is a wonderful place to fill up for lunch . For $8 you will get a plate loaded with rice (with pigeon peas, Spanish, or white) , your choice of beans (red or black) and your choice of meat(s)... pernil (pork shoulder), roasted chicken, carne picadillos...and a side of platanos maduros. I've tried their tacos, tiras, and mofongo and chicharron plates. It's all delicious. The staff are always friendly. The drinks, if from the fountain, are bottomless. Plenty of parking directly in front and to the side of the restaurant. This place gets pretty busy at lunch, but the tables cycle fast and there's plenty of room
Came for a quick with the wifey. I always see this place and decided to finally give it a shot. I ordered the churassco and my wife got the steak Mofongo. The churassco was spot on. Very soft, juicy and flavorful. Decent size cut of meat too. This plate was 5 stars on its own The steak mofongo was disappointing. Was very dry and bland. The mofongo itself was ok, not bad but not great. Service was a bit lacking as we never got checked on. Still, the lunch special they had looks like the best deal and I will come back to try it out.
4 months ago
20 days ago
I'm always on the hunt for good Puerto Rican food finally made my way to this place and it did not disappoint. It was really good and the service was phenomenal. Cool ambience nothing fancy. But the food was really delicious. So if you are interested in Puerto Rican food, this is a great spot to visit. I definitely recommend. read more
9 months ago
Came here for lunch and had their 5 tacos with beans as a side. Service was quick, friendly, and fast. Food was really tasty and tasted great! Server was friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. The ambiance is friendly and Latin music playing on the background. A great place to visit after playing golf at fort Sam Houston! read more
Had another wonder Puerto Rican lunch with great quality service, clean environment with very friendly staff always aiming to please. The chicken is very flavorful, the roasted pork is cooked perfectly with seasoning and love. I recommend going for lunch to try several different things at once. The lunch always comes with your choice of rice and beans and a side salad. You get a very nice amount for the bargain price. This is always my goto when I was great cooked food with lots of flavor. read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
BLUF: This Puerto Rican restaurant serves food as good if not better than some places IN Puerto Rico. I'm a fan of Spanish food, have been for decades. I enjoy cooking it, eating it and traveling to discover new and interesting takes on different Chef's interpretations on traditional Spanish cuisine. So I was pleasantly surprised to taste quality food and home made from scratch dishes during a recent class lunch. I walked in and noticed more of an express type lunch option to the right if you are on the go and a seated are on the right and rear of the inside if you want to take a break from the San Antonio sun and weather. Even as you walk up there are nice tables outside which instantly made me think it would be nice in the winter when the temps are favorable. Our group was greeted (back) warmly and sat promptly. Between the sounds and smells and tunes it genuinely felt like some part of my brain unlocked. I sprung for the steak and asked for double beans and alrhough the rice looked fluffy and flavorful, the beans were clearly made in house and with talent. I was very satisfied with the serving size and the price point. This was a great place to sit and have a meeting without it being overly loud. A lot of folks seem to converge here for lunch based on the quality of care and service and food- so make sure to take a look at the menu online before hand and arrive with an idea of what delicious plates youre about to get into. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
El Pilón Sabor Boricua is a Puerto Rica. Restaurant on Harry Wurzbach Road near the Harry Wurzbach gate of Ft. Sam. There plenty of parking surrounding the restaurant so no need to worry about finding a parking spot. There's indoor and outdoor seating and inside is very clean! Upon entrance, the staff was super friendly and helpful in helping me to decide on something that wouldn't take too long to cook. I decided upon the Cuban sandwich with plantains. The waitress was right. My order was ready in less than 8 minutes! The sandwich was deliciously seasoned, moist and tender. And the plantains were the perfect hint of sweetness! I washed it down with a few swigs of Puerto Rican soda, which was also tasty! If you're near the area, treat yourself to some good food, you won't regret! Mil gracias, El Pilon!!! read more
Stopped by with some co-workers for lunch last week. The place is clean and looks newly remodeled. Staff was friendly and helpful. Not too many vegetarian options available though. I paid more for a side of arroz con gandules and plantains than my co-workers did for the 2 meat lunch special, which included rice, beans, salad, and plantains. The food was ok, but I didn't think it was worth the price I paid. read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
Stopped by for lunch, they do a combo priced on how many meats you get. Got the chicken and peril, skipped thr carbs and got all salad. Get all the optional condiments, they are delicious. Fast, quick service. read more
2 years ago
The way you order your food was set up a bit strange. The food was already prepared and set up kinda buffet style behind the glass so it was ready very quickly which worked out well for the amount of time we had for lunch. Lunch special for $8.99, Perfect amount of food, fast, delicious, and a great price! Dark meat chicken 10/10 Skin was seasoned beautifully, chicken was tender and moist. Delicious. Salad 10/10 Just some lettuce and a slice of tomato. Nice little touch of freshness on the plate White rice 10/10 It was seasoned a bit, just the perfect amount of salt I think. Plantains 8/10 Sliced whole. Delicious, soft and sweet, not super crispy or anything (I know some places do them a little crispier on the outside). Opted to not have any beans read more
We been here a few times now and it's hit every time!!! I get my normal cuban sandwich w/ fried plantain and extraaaa mayoketchup pero my bf got the tripleta sandwhich because he wanted to be different and loved it -- it's steak, pork, and ham... he said it was super flavorful but not salty which was the perfect amount of seasoning accomplished in a sandwhich w/ three meats Lol As always, they don't disappoint and have good service. They always joke with us or laugh surprised that I speak Spanish.. feels very "homey" in here and the food is similar to something ya mother would cook! read more
This was a new place that was an unexpected foodie experience. The waitress was so helpful in describing the different menu items (loved the authentic accent). The pork carnitas were so flavorful and seasoned so well. The rice, black beans, Yuka, and fried Maduro (plantain) had the most unique flavors. The sauces were something new but enjoyable. Definitely, be back for more! read more
3 years ago
I will definitely be returning!!!!! This place has some amazing food. The service was pleasant and the ambiance was great. The music was at a great volume. Yes yes and yes. Thank God it didn't take me long to find a good Puerto Rican restaurant! read more
Really good food. If you're near the post gate at Fort Sam Houston, this restaurant is a wonderful place to fill up for lunch . For $8 you will get a plate loaded with rice (with pigeon peas, Spanish, or white) , your choice of beans (red or black) and your choice of meat(s)... pernil (pork shoulder), roasted chicken, carne picadillos...and a side of platanos maduros. I've tried their tacos, tiras, and mofongo and chicharron plates. It's all delicious. The staff are always friendly. The drinks, if from the fountain, are bottomless. Plenty of parking directly in front and to the side of the restaurant. This place gets pretty busy at lunch, but the tables cycle fast and there's plenty of room read more
Came for a quick with the wifey. I always see this place and decided to finally give it a shot. I ordered the churassco and my wife got the steak Mofongo. The churassco was spot on. Very soft, juicy and flavorful. Decent size cut of meat too. This plate was 5 stars on its own The steak mofongo was disappointing. Was very dry and bland. The mofongo itself was ok, not bad but not great. Service was a bit lacking as we never got checked on. Still, the lunch special they had looks like the best deal and I will come back to try it out. read more
5 months ago
Great service, friendly staff, and amazing food. Super casual place for authentic and fresh food. Definitely come check out the mofongo/duofongo here, it is super crispy and garlicy and so delicious! If you never had it think of it as a plantain version of chunky mashed potatoes with meat and lots of flavor. It is so so so good! Overall I had a great experience here, I devoured my whole plate. read more
1 year ago
El Pilon is unassuming with its quiet exterior, but beware .. it is EXCELLENT!! Incredibly authentic Puerto Rican fare, spotlessly clean and fresh. The staff are kind and very helpful. I had the Cuban which was overflowing with juicy, tender meat, on a fresh bun, and the plantain chips were lightly breaded and very flavorful. What an asset to the food scene!! The picture should be plenty to describe my satisfaction. read more
1 year ago
Nothing has changed since the last time I've eaten here. If anything, it tastes better. The food, service, and atmosphere here is amazing. Someone's grandmother is still in the back cooking up delicious meals. Every time I come to San Antonio, I will eat here. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The food was delicious Definitely recommend. Good prices. Nice ambiance, make you feel at home. Friendly services. Overall loved the restaurant. read more
1 year ago
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3 years ago
Is clean and quiet .the Cuban sandwich is good and the rellenos de papas good too(potatoes stuffed with beef)good too over all good food.Jackie and her other waitress really professional and attentive.and just they playing salsa music not too loud is ok.the empanadas small compared to other place I been and the alcapurrias also small but good the sorrullos very thin and small 4 st read more
Found this place on a Yelp search...and although it was a good drive to get there, can I tell you that it was worth the drive...the staff was great and the food was absolutely amazing...I even tried Mafungo for the very first time...and now I see why it is such a popular dish in Puerto Rico ...the place was so good that we had to come back just 4 days later...so if you are looking for great authentic food, you have to give this place a try...you will be glad you did... read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
This place is absolutely not what we thought. If you are hungry it's okay to eat however if you want Puerto Rican food this will be a waste of time and money. This is a disgrace to our people. The rice doesn't taste anything like arroz con gandulez and has a strong herb taste. The steak -_- wtf honestly like what?? This gotta be a hell no for me. I didn't go in and get my money back because my husband kept asking me not to.. DO BETTER!!! Take the f'ing puertorican flags down this ain't what y'all telling people it is. Inside looked clean.. only nice thing I can say. read more
Amazing food here! You can tell that everything is cooked with a lot of love and effort. The beef empanada was so savory and flavorful, I could've had a dozen! I also got the fried chicken mofongo plate and it was so delicious. The mofongo was seasoned so well and complimented the juicy fried chicken. I came during the lunch rush, but the service was very fast and efficient. I had my food out in no time and it was gone in a second! I look forward to trying more things on the menu. read more
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1127 Harry Wurzbach Hwy
San Antonio, TX 78209
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