Really hit. Garlic took it over the top. Quick efficient service in the take out location 10…read moreminutes before closing. Did not disappoint.

I've ordered from here a handful of times and consistency can be an issue but not unforgivable…read more Good sized portions! Chicken soup- yummy but the last time I had it it was soo salty. Alcapurria- hit or miss but when it hits it hits! Papa relleno- never disappoints always so yummy great meat to potato ratio. Jibaritos- I've had the lechon and the bistec and both are delicious Lechon entree- it comes with arroz con gandules and salad you can swap out salad for potato salad for up charge. I've had both options and neither one disappointed. Last time I asked for no salad cause I wanted extra rice(good portion to begin with) cause it's just so good.

i have many options for food, but I always get some here! it's delicious. been going back for 7…read moreyears now.

I like this lil spot.. I was just driving pass hungry one day and decided to stop in. Kinda small…read morelocation but they make the best of it.. i ordered tostones which are fried plantains and fried pork belly...which is exactly what it sounds like. I was a huge fan of the tostones, it was crispy and crunchy and fried to perfection. They put tooo much garlic oil on mines but still edible. I was not a huge fan of the fried pork belly.. it was like I liked it bc I was hungry but I didn't like it enough to come back and order it again.. I think it was the seasoning and it was overly salty for me... besides that it was cooked to perfection. Maybe I need to come back and try something else on the menu but for now it's not a place I would rush back to and eat at.. I'm sorry I hate being mean but I have to be honest.

I will give it a zero star but l wasn't able to , it was the worse dinner l had . I'm a true Puerto…read moreRican and l know how food should look and taste and this was the worse l ever had the rice was soggy and l had a bacalito and it look like thin Pancake and it even had no taste so it's a place l will never come back to .and the service was horrible so this place l wouldn't recommend..

Overall giving this place a 4/5! It's hard to find good Puerto Rican food so was really happy to…read moresee one and the menu looked good!! The pork was really flavorful and the rice was wonderful too. Really large portions which I can't be mad about lol. Loveeeee the tostones, some of the best I ever had and the creama dip was the icing on the cake. I had to take off 1 star because unfortunately my Habichuelas were missing....like there was rarely any beans in the bowl :( which makes me sad because I loveeeee them so much. Note - i ordered from Uber eats and did not visit the restaurant in person.

Everything went well came from Capital city of Michigan to try their chuleta can can and I'm…read moretelling you it was .com , I tried hubby jibarito ‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍forget about it anyone that gives this place less than 5 stars Is telling stories.. this was first place ( other than my kitchen ) were the flavor was on point , our server did awesome ( forgot his name ) but he was awesome. Very clean ( even with heavy traffic) bathroom clean ... loved it ..

I would say that this place is a tasty secret to a lot of people who never make it over herre to…read moreDivision or Puerto Rico... We parked in the neighborhood and walked around a bit and I like how the people really celebrate their culture here, with all of the flags, decorations, huge murals, etc... There is an exodus of the younger generation leaving the island to go elsewhere, mainly the US mainland...So, when you find a place like Papa's, which is very authentic, come back here, again and again...I think the mainly Puerto Rican clientele shows how legit their flavors are. We started off with the following: - chicken salad, which was full Of flavor and very meaty - the steak Jibarito with garlic butter sauce was incredibly great, this was an awesome sandwich and I'll probably order double meat next time - Maduros - very sweet plantains and could be a dessert - pollo chon (chicken lechon), flavored just right, juicy, tasty and pretty huge The service was inviting and thank you Pana, who was talking with us as we were waiting for them to open their doors for lunch.... Hope to make it to Puerto Rico one day!!

I know they are soon moving locations and expanding, which is well deserved. Whether or not this…read morereview travels to that new location, I guess time will tell, but what I can tell you right now is that the move is well-deserved. A beautiful little place, tucked away in a cozy corner of a small shopping center, you'd never expect such flavors and such an escape. With a larger place, walk ins would probably be handled fine. When I went, we felt lucky showing up when we did, as it soon filled up inside, such that a couple had to be turned away at the door. Plantain soup. It was a special, and special it was. The drinks were equally phenomenal. And the service was delightful. Itching to go back before they make their move.

Marina's Bistro & Rum Bar in Chicago was such a fun night out. The Puerto Rican menu is very…read moreauthentic and made with care, and the rum cocktails were delicious. The vibe is lively and colorful without being over the top, service was warm and attentive, and were happy they had Medalla beer. I do have some feedback on the lighting- it's a tad too bright for a dinner setting. Removing one of the chandeliers or switching the bulbs to warmer, dimmable bulbs might elevate the vibe.

The vibes were off here. The staff was polite yet I somehow did not feel welcome. The sandwiches…read morewere tasty, and I enjoyed the appetizers. The flavors were good, but the food was dry. I asked for any sauces for my sandwich, and we were given hot sauce and the mayo catsup mixture in a bottle. All in all, it was a relaxing time. I would hate to be there if it were busy. It's a smaller space. I would eat here again, but I am not rushing to come back.

I stopped by Borinquen and tried the pastel, alcapurria, steak jibarito with arroz con gandules,…read moreand an order of habichuelas. The alcapurria was the highlight of the meal, it was fresh and had a nice texture. Unfortunately, the pastel was very bland and lacked flavor. For my main dish, I ordered the steak jibarito with arroz con gandules and added habichuelas on the side. The steak was disappointing, as it was dry, chewy, and lacked the flavor I was hoping for. The arroz con gandules was okay, but nothing particularly memorable. The habichuelas were also a letdown, as they were watery and not what I'm accustomed to when ordering Puerto Rican beans. Overall, while the fresh alcapurria was enjoyable, the rest of the meal fell short of expectations. I wouldn't go out of my way to return.

Moved out of the area about a few years ago and I missed this place! Finally was able to come…read morecheck them out again as mom and I were craving some Jibarito. They haven't missed a beat. Still the best jibarito in Chicago in my opinion. I love that the steak is crisp yet still tender, and not rubbery. Their arroz con gandules is so flavorful and not dry like others I have tasted. Fried chicken is still fire!!!! Very chill and relaxed atmosphere with some reggaeton music playing in the background. Our servers were great and attentive. Highly recommend this restaurant!

My boyfriend ordered food from here when he was homesick at Thanksgiving, and wanted to take my mom…read morehere when she was in town. Their mofongo was good (although I didn't like the pork that came with it and found it underwhelming) and I also really liked their frituras (you definitely feel the oil though). The bacalito was delicious and I do love frituras. Parking is also not hard to find.

So exciting to have The Jibarito Stop located in the Loop! I believe it's the only Puerto Rican…read morerestaurant in the Loop and it's soooooooooo good. The vibe is so warm and welcoming. I love all the colorful art and decor. Comfortable seating and nice wooden tables. They sell fun merchandise too. Mofongo is my boyfriend's favorite and he loves it here. The chopped cheese sandwich is fantastic and my personal favorite. The Alcapurria fritters are a great appetizer to share. They have fabulous cocktails too. We enjoy the mojito and piña colada. I also really like the non alcoholic Parcha, which is passion fruit juice. Friendly and attentive service. Great value and high quality food. I look forward to trying the entire menu and beverage list!

This was definitely one of my favorite meals during my trip to Chicago! I really like that this is…read morea fast-food restaurant with fast-food prices, but the food is still delicious. I ordered the 1/2 Jibarito with chicken, and in my opinion, the sandwich was quite large. It also comes with a side of rice, and they give you a whole chicken thigh in the sandwich. The sandwich was absolutely delicious! Just be aware that there is a lot of garlic in the sandwich. So, if you're heading straight to the theatre afterward like I was, you might want to bring some mints or gum!

Sinking my teeth into the lechon jibarrito def satisfied my craving!! Just look how perfectly…read morestructured this sandwich is nestled against the comforting arroz con gandules! Heavenly! & the flan was incredibly rich! You can tell their food is truly made with warmth and love! Perfect meal for a cold winter's night! Looking forward to visiting again to try their trembleque & cafe con leche! Mike, your hospitality was unmatched! You are too kind! Thank you for everything!

It looks like an old bar but don't be fooled by the aesthetics because this place has great food…read more They have a wide range of Puerto Rican food. I would definitely recommend getting things to share. We went here on a Saturday afternoon at 1. There were 5 of us and we were able to be sat upon walking in. There are table and counter options. We got the Alcapurrias, which were sweet and savory, mofongo, and for my main meal Plato Vegetariano. My meal was great. A friend got the steak sandwich, he loved it. This place is kid friendly, we got my child French fries and a Jugo de parcha. Which was passion fruit, and while my kid didn't enjoy it, I did. Highly recommend.

The food is very good. The taste says it all…read more Christian music. Very good service. You can dine in or take out.

I live in California and where I live don't have Puerto Rican food. Everything was good. The…read moreworkers very nice and they help me. The place need to be better. Looks old and not too clean. It needs to be upgraded and welcoming. Other than that it is delicious. I do recommend.