Went there with Family and had the best dining experience…read more Food is amazing and the service espectacular. Love the ambiance we will be back in 2 weeks with other Freinds.

We stopped here following a recommendation from someone who had been before. Everything we sampled…read morewas incredibly delicious - it was hard to pick just one favorite. We had a variety of smoked meats, the mahi mahi over coconut rice, and the smoked pastrami. Their sides were also really good, and so were the mixed drinks. The outside seating was made comfortable with numerous fans and cover for rain/sun. The service was also great. You will definitely want to make a reservation ahead of time.

Wow. What a hidden gem here at the Wyndham. I'm a;ways a bit skeptical of far flung outposts of…read moreestablished eateries and am usually disappointed but that was not the case at all here. The service was quite good. There was a bit of a pause between the apps and main but nothing excessive. The apps The scallops and mofogo. The scallops were nicely seared and the large pieces of bacon with the mofogo were fantastic. The deviled eggs according to my son were "fire" which is teen speak for awesome The wedge salad had copious chunks of thick cut bacon, corn, avocado, blue cheese and tomatoes. I'm in nitpicking territory here but the dressing seemed a bit thin and the corn seemed out of place. EDIT. I looked at the parent restaurant in NYC and the wedge there has grilled corn which would have worked better imho. Mains The seared snapper was again fantastic. Super fresh and by the way half of the freaking fish. It was huge the sauce on top which was tartar like and the ? Green sauce on the side complimented the fish. Served on a bed of mash which was wrapped in carrot and zucchini slices was also perfect Shrimp and grits. Again off the hook. The grits were smooth and creamy and the shrimp was perfectly cooked. The accompanying broth was super flavorful. I wanted a second plate Fried chicken. Again according to my son "fire. Crispy skin, moist juicy chicken, perfectly fried it was some of the best I have had. The hot sauce and maple vinegar were also great. Sides Mac and cheese. With a corn bread crumble it was also as good as everything else. Waffles. Savory mini waffles with cheese. Put the maple vinegar on them and you will want to order more.

The dinner we had here was definitely the highlight of our trip. We only did happy hour but the…read moreportion is so big and generous that we could not even make it to the main course. The smoked fish sauce is to die for!!! Do not miss out on that one Chef chuck is so friendly and professional, always walk around to the tables to say hi. You'll def items feel like a VIP coming here. The restaurant is inside Wyndham Grand Rio Mar/ Margaritaville, which is a really nice resort.

I highly enjoyed La Cueva Del Mar! I wanted a mix of Latin and seafood and this was the perfect…read morechoice. It was recommended by one of our tour guides so it is a great option for both locals and tourists. It had a nice atmosphere and very large menu with many different types of options. The Frutti di mare was one of the best pastas I've ever had! It had almost every type of seafood you could want. A great option for someone who wants to try a bit of everything. It was large enough to satisfy you but not too large where you have to take leftovers it back to your hotel. It also came with a salad and delicious bread. My husband ordered the yucafongo pollo, and was very impressed. It was also filling and well made. The drink menu also had a lot of options. I went with the sangria which was super tasty! It's more on the fruity side. Our service was great and we didn't have to wait long for a table or our food, although it seemed busy. Whether you live in the area or are just on vacation, I would recommended trying it out!

We visited La Cueva del Mar for my wife's birthday dinner during our family trip to Puerto Rico,…read moreand despite a few minor issues, the meal itself was absolutely outstanding. The service was a little confusing at first. We were seated and expected to access the menu through a QR code, which wasn't immediately explained to us. We initially expected traditional menus, so there was a bit of uncertainty before we realized how the ordering process worked. We were also seated near one of the air conditioning units, which made some members of our party feel a bit cold during the meal. However, once the food arrived, all of those concerns quickly disappeared. The food was incredible. Rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, every dish at the table was delicious. The arroz con pollo was honestly the best I have ever had in my life. It was perfectly seasoned, comforting, and packed with flavor. Every bite felt like authentic Puerto Rican cooking at its best. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the meal, and it made for a wonderful birthday dinner for my wife. While the service experience could be a little clearer and some seating areas may be colder than others, the quality of the food more than makes up for those minor issues. I would absolutely return on a future visit to Puerto Rico.

All things went well. The hostess was attentive indeed as…read morewe arrived and she was able to get us through a side door and into the inside air conditioning indoor area. We do travel with a wheelchair. The server was very good and well knowledgeable on the menu. He was even photographed in the menu. We ordered a couple cocktails as well as many appetizers. We didn't order any entrees, as our family likes to try many things. My wife's favorite is ceviche and she was impressed by this dish. (Order it) We also ordered fish bites. Solid choice as the guava sauce was memorable. La arepas de coconut. Solid. The fish empanadas were great. Definitely order those. But calamari was chewy and overcooked. I'd pass on this. Cocktails were amazing. Spicy margarita is spicy!! I had a mojito which was delicious. You won't go wrong with any cocktail. Server was great. He did mention to me that we should order soon as the kitchen will get busy. We waited as we were enjoying our dinner. (We didn't have any problems) I'd go back. I'd also suggest sticking to your plan. It's your evening and don't let service control the experience. At the end of it...you control the tip = thank you.

I ordered the mahi-mahi filet with cilantro rice (served with red kidney beans on the side) and…read moregarlic cream sauce, and it was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. I also tried the coconut mojito on the rocks, which was a standout: refreshing, well-balanced, and served with fruit (strawberry, cherry, and blueberries) mixed in. My wife had the fish mofongo, which she felt was just okay--decent, but not particularly memorable. That said, overall this is a great dinner spot if you're in the area. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors; we opted to sit outside since the AC inside was a bit too cold. Definitely worth checking out for a relaxed meal and solid cocktails.

The best Heineken temp ever and chicken on a skewer with BBQ sauce with bread on the side and I…read moreadded a hot sauce

Our road trip to ponce was amazing. Thru the way we found d this spot. Ponchos con BBQ just ok…read more But did have fun. Lots of cats too. Lovely stop to rsst., enjoy the view and have a refreshing beer.

Great conch and great oxtail. Absolutely love the greens. Mac & cheese and the rice and peas are…read moreboth consistently solid. I wish the salt fish cakes had a little more spice, but they are still good. They have great hot sauce. I recommend mixing the two different hot sauces for the perfect spice combo.

This eatery is local food for sure because I had to ask what each dish was. The owner was friendly…read more& generous for giving me a free sample of their local "pot fish" which is only sold Tuesday's & Thursday's. To tell you the truth, I will attempt to make it here in Las Vegas after enjoying this dish so much!! Since it was 8:00am after waking up on our last morning before catching the plane & there was nothing (no restaurants) near the Starz Hotel (airline organized this last stay here) I was hungry for real food. My breakfast was a portion of macaroni & cheese with the local grilled chicken, Johnny cakes, & the pot fish (which would be my lunch on the plane!!). Their cleaning lady went out of her way to point the bathroom & other things inside this eatery. Customer service & manners is so important in the service industry that I wished the tourism board of this island organized training for locals because it's desperately needed. Greeting people, basic manners is what this island as a whole is lacking.

This restaurant was recommended to me by the folks that work at the beach chair and umbrella rental…read moreup the road at the beach. Excellent recommendation. To start, I had a chicken and cheese empanada, and a mango mojito. For the entree I had fried pork chops, with Trifongo (mixture of green plantain, yucca and sweet plantain), rice and beans, and tostones. Since I was staying at a hostel, I ordered enough to have leftovers for the next day. This place became more crowded as the early evening came on. I arrived around 6pm. By the time I left at 7:30, it was packed. There is an open grille at the entrance of the restaurant so you can watch them grilling meats. Relaxed and casual vibes. This is an after the beach, popular restaurant. Food was pretty good. Service was solid, nothing over the top. I would return.

We went on a final excursion for food before we headed back to the states. We were so glad we…read morefound these kiosk and food places over here. This one in particular was just a gut feeling, and it left my gut very HAPPY! This place was not busy when we arrived but by the time we left it was hopping! The service at first was a little questionable due to my limited spanish, but we found a way to communicate effectively and ended up ordering a bunch of different items and a couple of drinks. The place is an open walled restaurant right off the road and the view is ever changing. There is no doubt this is authentic Puerto Rican fare. We were watching them prepare these items over open flames and open wood fired grills. Overall the service was excellent even with language barriers! All of the food we tried from fresh shrimp, to candied papaya and barbeque chicken from the grill. Everything was delicious. Super fresh and very tasty food that I wish we found on the first day -instead of on the last day! The prices and value are amazing! If you go to San Juan - Go here first! Day or Night - these places are making amazing local food!

great music good hookah. vibes. The area in old san juan is…read morebeautiful and theres plenty to do!

Absolutely love this place. My server, Jose, made the experience a 10/10 plus the good food,…read morehookahs, and drinks. It's the best place to visit in San Juan. I definitely recommend if you want some good food and vibes.

Came here on a Friday morning and the only spaces they were open here were a coffee shop, a record…read morestore and a shop that sold polyester-looking dresses. That's literally it. The whole downstairs area was deserted.

Pro Service: the people here are so kind! Whether it be…read moreshopping or striking up an interesting conversation, go in to shop, window shop, or to chat! Atmosphere: the building inside is a little lack luster but it still holds its own charm. Very industrial looking, there are little stands throughout the place, each vendor selling their own products! Taste: although this is more of a shopping place, there is a coffee stand inside and it has by far the best coffee! They roast their own beans and the baristas are so welcoming!! Uniqueness: very unique! Handmade items always amaze me and this place surely holds that standard! Con Price: unfortunately because everything this hand made for the most part, products will be expensive.

We visited on Friday evening, with a party of three, and it was a nice experience. Let's go with…read more4.5 stars here. We arrived and were seated at a table in the courtyard, the place was very busy. The waiter stopped by and took orders. We had drinks; an Old Fashioned, Mojito, Sangria, with a few beers that followed. The mojito was tasty, but not real strong. The cocktail prices are a bit high, but it is a tourist location, the beer prices are excellent. We had a couple appetizers; Chicharrones de Pollo and Mozzarella Sticks. They were ok, the Chicharrones were mostly bone. The service was good, the waiter was friendly and responsive. Overall, nice place for a drink.

First time at Pura Vida. Which means Pure Life in Spanish…read more We ordered the stuff Tostitos with steak. Amazing and filling. We ordered the fried Maui Maui bites and since I'm from Puerto Rico I must have my rice and beans. Always making sure they have sofrito in them. The food here is outstanding! The guys that serve you are fun. It's easy to see they love being here. This is a really comfortable place to sit and relax with friends.