My Puerto Rican said it was the best Puerto Rican food he's had in a long time, my son and I agree. The people there were amazing, so friendly and nice, they helped us with what they had to offer. I'd recommend it to anyone who want's great food. read more

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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Lunch time - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

My husband and I were hosting our annual Wilkerson Family Reunion in San Antonio and we wanted to introduce some Puerto Rican quisine to our family for our Saturday picnic event. My African American family, most of them came from Chicago, Il.,Des Moines, IA., Charlotte NC., and Minneapolis, MN., and were not familiar with Puerto Rican food. We ordered the Pernil, the roasted chicken, and Arroz con gandules. My family was blown away with the wonderful flavors of the dishes provided! My husband and I have ordered catered meals for our son's graduation from Highschool and College in the past and the food and service have never disappointed! My husband and I want to thank the staff of El Pilon for making our reunion meal a very memorable and filling one! See you soon at the restauraunt! Juan and Dana Cruz read more

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

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From the moment you arrive the ambiance and service are 5/5. The staff Is friendly and respectful. The food felt like home. I highly recommend this place. 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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Best damn lunch in town. - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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

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Food is always great, the place is super clean and staff is very attentive! Prices are very reasonable compared to other Puertorican restaurants. This one is definitely my fave! Their cuajito con tostones and tripletas are delicious! That is one of my faves! Not to mention their mofongo!Highly recommend! read more

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

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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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Side of plantains and side of arroz con gandules (~$12 plus tax) - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Food is good but call on weekends to check on hours. I went this Saturday evening with my brother from out of town, and we were told to either order take out or wait until they start table service. Apparently they serve take out until 5:30 and we got there at 4:45. We were told to either order take out or wait until they start table service as the server was walking with a plate in hand to delivery it to a table. Mind you, the sign at the door, or the hours listed on yelp, did not say that. Also, there were tables open, and there were people sitting in the restaurant eating. It did not look like it was a private party. Door were open. It was sad, disappointing, and embarrassing. We wend up leaving and going to La Marginal. We were not the only customers they lost. As we walked in to La Marginal, there was anoher couple we saw at El Pilon walking in and commenting the same I just mentioned above. A few minutes later, we saw another family that was at El Pilon figuring what to do walkin in to La Marginal. read more

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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Grilled Chicken Plate / Pollo a la plancha Roasted Pork Plate / Pernil - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - 1/2 Rotisserie Chicken Dark Meat - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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

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Here is a hidden gem. Maybe not to those that work or live by Fort Sam but for the rest of us, this was a great find. Very helpful staff, tasty food, and most authentic, a must for those that love from the PR. Can't wait to go back! 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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Pork chop with white rice and maduro - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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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

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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

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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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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I really wanted to like El Pilon Sabor. First time I drove here to work I was refused service since I had arrived at a quarter til closing time and wasn't even allowed to order to go since they close their kitchen at 5:30pm despite closing the restaurant at 6pm. For my 2nd attempt, I took PTO on a Friday and drove out here and tried to get here sooner than last time. I was refused service for dining in since their kitchen was going to close soon but the lady at the counter let me order the food to go and said I could dine at the patio outside so my options were take it or leave it. I ordered the rotisserie chicken with beans and fried plantains and arroz con gandules since they were out of tostones. For dessert I got tembleque and a Tropic Kola for a beverage. The chicken was good and so was everything else. The tembleque was heavy with cinnamon. I'd only recommend if you live close by. I'd return if they'd expand their hours past 6pm on weekdays. I understand that their employees want to go home since restaurant work is tough and demanding but they got competition like LA Marginal ,Luna Rosa and a Puerto Rican food truck posted up on Austin Hwy and Eisenhauer minutes away and I'd rather go to any of those places for PR cuisine. read more

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

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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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Cuban Sandwich - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Hi I didn't have the full menu experience yet but I did try an appetizer, the alcapurrias both the masa and the yuca and they were magnificent! I can't wait to try more! Sorry no pics... I ate them too fast! However, after that plus the overwhelming smells from the other cuisines I know I won't be disappointed. read more

We had the Cuban sandwich and roasted pork with something called trimofongo I probably spelledthat wrong but it was all very delicious and we will be going back read more

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

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Food was great tasting and the service was very welcoming and the vibe in this place was great awesome place to eat

If you're looking for a savory place for Puertorrican food, this is the place. The sandwiches do not disappoint. The Cuban sandwich, empanadillas and other delicacies are just fantastic. They are friendly and inviting making sure you enjoy your culinary experience with them. More than recommend, I would invite you to come visit and try their menu. read more

The food was delicious Definitely recommend. Good prices. Nice ambiance, make you feel at home. Friendly services. Overall loved the restaurant. read more

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

We saw this restaurant on google and decided to try it. The servers were really friendly, the restaurant was cleaned and overall food was delicious. The plates did take a while to come out and they forgot some items that I order but overall it was good spot to try. read more

This place is amazing, great environment, super friendly staff and bottom line delicious food! Fair prices and right next to base. 5/5 would recommend! read more

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

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The location outside of Ft Sam Houston is excellent and parking easy. I ordered a roast pork sandwich and it was hot and tasty. The pictures of the buffet were interesting and I plan in returning for it. The place was very clean and the servers friendly and fast. read more

Delicious food! Husband got the Cubano and I enjoyed the Mofongo with Carne Frita. Everything was so flavorful and authentic

I enjoyed the food and the service. I even took home some of their delicious emopanadas. read more

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Churrasco Steak plate with fried plantains and black beans. - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The food - mid. Their fried appetizers are as good as you would expect. The sandwiches - not toasted enough, flavor is mid. The mofongo is good - not dry and garlicky. Don't get the churrasco - tough as nails. Service is pretty decent but not great. Music takes you back to a chinchorro in Puerto Rico. read more

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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - This garbage is the churrasco. Don't waste your money. The chimichuri sauce was just vinegar with pepper, onion & cilantro. TRASH! - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - Mofongo Fried Chicken Mofongo / Chicharron de Pollo - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Back to this great Puerto Rican restaurant very helpful and energetic staff that will help you with your meal. Lunch special is a nice offering of chicken or pork, or both and a side. Nice portions. I went with the bistec sandwich with fries. The sandwich was messy but really good. The fries were a bit undercooked but ok. Service is fast. Nice place to go for a quick meal just outside the gate for Fort Sam Houston. read more

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My husband & I love El Pilon ~ we eat here for lunch at least once a week and one time twice. To be honest we could eat here everyday, the weekday lunch special for $8.99 is just the best and so are the staff. I love seeing them smile when we come in and being called mi amor My favorites are the pernil, arroz con gandules, sweet plantains, chicken chicharrones, Cubano sandwich, pollo, mmmmm read more

El Pilón Sabor Boricua - $8.99 weekday lunch special ~ arroz con gandules, pernil, sweet plantains - Puerto Rican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

My wife and I came in this afternoon. We were greeted near the front cashier and asked whether it was for here or to go. We said for here and was told to sit anywhere. We selected a close table and sat quietly for about 10 minutes waiting for a waitress, menu, etc. Note, this was not during a rush time and we were one of two tables sitting. There were three staff at the front cashier. After 10 minutes, another couple walked in and sat next to us. The same waitress that told us to sit anywhere, within 10 seconds, immediately greeted the other table with a menu and proceeded to have a casual conversation with them in Spanish. She still refused to come to our table. I then approached the waitress and manager and inquired why we were not being served. Both acted dumbfounded, even though both had known we were sitting there for almost 15 minutes. I explained that this was unacceptable and that we were just blatantly discriminated against. I repeated my concern in Spanish, as well, to avoid any confusion. Note, we are both active duty Service members and were in uniform. My wife is also 9 months pregnant. In other words, we are respectful, patient and understandings towards the service industry, but this behavior is not tolerable. We typically order food from this establishment at least once a week. That will stop and I will inquire about further action. Your predominant customer base works in and around Fort Sam Houston. Start acting like it. La Marginal is right down the street. read more