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The Mofongo here was super Yum !! We had went ro so many places for Mofongo and this was to far the closest, The taste instantly took me back to childhood, reminding me of home-cooked meals and those familiar, nostalgic flavors you never forget!! For those that never had it, it's sounds bad but it's delicious . Made with plantain chunks of pieces for lechon and chicken and flavours in each bite is hard to explain!! Everyone was nice and informative and. Welcoming !!! We sat outside and it was a perfect windy night. Not too hot not too cold perfect night ! I do recommend to Uber here and uber back to your hotel or condo . Hi T easier. . Ladies are dressed in how the ladies dressed in she older days.
Raises Urbana was recommended to us by a tour guide as being one ofrestaurants near the piers, we thought we'd give it a try. It was really a mixed bag. It was very touristy, which being close to the piers you'd expect that. We both had the monfogo, my wife had the shrimp and I had the pork. Her's was pretty good and I'd recommend that. My pork was completely dried out and chewy. The drinks were great. I had a Cuba Libre and it was fantastic. This is a tourist joint, so don't expect high cuisine, but it was pleasant and the flavors (outside of my pork being overly dry) were great.
Quick Summary: Our family of four waited 2 hours for our food after we ordered, the waitstaff ignored us for most of that time (until my wife asked for a status update on the food), when the food finally came, one dish was cold, one dish was overcooked, and to be fair, they did Goldilocks my dish because after two hours of what I can only assumed was a singular focus on this dish, it was just right. When my wife asked about the food (after waiting 90 minutes to say anything), we were told that we could have free shots (or 10% other drinks) to help ease the pain of the wait. Having gone with 2 teenagers, this really wasn't much help (eventually we asked to see a manager and after she condescendingly called my wife "hon" in trying to explain what was happening, we did get free Cokes for the kids, so I guess that's something). As we were leaving, a server dumped a bag of flan on our table as a sort of apology, though if I'm reading the flan containers correctly, it was made 8 days ago (yikes!). The venue is pretty big, and it was busy tonight, but a 2-hour wait for the food seems excessive. (The table of 3 who sat down at the same time as we did had not yet received their food by the time we'd left, so I guess it could have been worse). If you want meh food, below meh service, condescending managers all at a meh, price, this is definitely your spot.
A little disappointed that they were showing a movie instead of some good Puerto Rican music. The pina colada was good. Beans were fantastic. Mofongo was good. Service could have been better.
Good for happy hour specials. The food just wasn't very good. I guess it was bar food- something to soak up the alcohol. But don't expect a culinary experience.
We just arrived to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. We look up restaurants nearby and come across Raíces. We were captivated by the esthetics of the restaurant. We ordered drinks and all though they did not taste very strong of alcohol they were refreshing in the hot weather. On our second day we were told to not go to raíces as it was a tourist trap but we ENJOYED every single bite. The fish tacos were full of flavor and the fish was crispy. The chicken was bursting with flavors I've never had. BUT THE MOFONGO!!!! My mouth waters as I right this. We had it with shrimp and honestly it was the star of the meals. The flavors captured in this dish are indescribable. Portions are very big so we were happy That our airbnb had a microwave where we could heat it all up later and have it again. Tourist trap or not it is worth the visit!
Raices was recommended by our guide on a kayaking tour. I tried the queso frita (fried cheese) appetizer, carne frita (fried pork chunks) in mofongo, and their house sangria. The fried cheese just wasn't for me. It was literally blocks of fried cheese but not breaded or anything. The fried pork was very salty and tough. I did not care for the mofongo; it wasn't flavored well. The sangria was very good! Oh well also had the mini empanadas and those were very good! We had a waitress in training and she was very nice. Her trainer was also great and both were very attentive! I love how the restaurant gives an original, old Puerto Rican feel in the decor and in their uniforms. While I do not think I'd visit again, I was glad to have tried it!
Place has a lot of art decor on the wall which makes it esthetically pleasing. Service was decent , our waiter was friendly and spoke both English and Spanish. Food was great. My fish tacos were seasoned perfectly and filling. My friends who had the pollo rellono and mofongo said it was delicious . Drinks were also very good.
Came here twice, after also trying their location in Old San Juan. The indoor/outdoor setup with the large tvs playing sporting events was perfect ambiance! For dinner, I tried the chuleta kan kan with (white) rice and beans. The chuleta was huge (lasted for 3 meals for me), seasoned perfectly, and had perfectly crisy chicharonnes around the outside. Also had the Spanish sausage (I forget its name on the menu). I recommend these sausages because they are good!! Came back to this location for a second time, specifically for the piña colada (WITH rum - they will ask if you want the rum). As was usually our experience, the customer service was excellent! Further in the back, it appears that they host events or gatherings. Check out Raices for a good meal or drinks!
What a way to end my night! After attending the festival at Old San Juan & dancing to live music & enjoying the history of our beautiful island I was able to savor the authentic dishes of our island! They had live music and he was fantastic! The service was great! Everything came out timely and the presentation was phenomenal. With regards to tastes- it speaks for itself! The food did not disappoint!!!! I would recommend without hesitation! Que Rico!!!
If you are looking for a restaurant with authentic Puerto Rican food and a fun atmosphere in the San Juan area Raices is the place to go. I've been to their Calle Loiza location named "Raices Urbano" twice now, filled with lively murals that represent the culture and outstanding service. The last time I was there I had their mofongo con churrasco and this time I just HAD to have it again. This time it was even better than the last. I also ordered a side of habichuelas y arroz blanco (beans and rice). I was so happy because my rice had some parts of the concón (the crispy rice at the bottom of the pot) and I LOVE concón. Raices is a great place to find delicious Puerto Rican food!
Awesome place! Cool vibe good food, cool service and good drinks! Food was delicious and well Presented Cool for families and nice evening vibe! Much better than the location in Old San Juan!
Ay, Dios mío... I came to Raíces in San Juan, Puerto Rico, expecting dinner. What I found was passion, temptation, drama... and a love affair I was not prepared for. Then arrived the fish tacos. ¡Dios mío! One bite and I looked at the plate like the leading man in a telenovela who has just discovered the love of his life. These may be the BEST fish tacos I have ever had--even better than any Mexican fish tacos I've tried. Yes... I said it. ¡Perdóname, México! But Puerto Rico stole my heart tonight. The fish was perfectly prepared, fresh and bursting with flavor. Every bite whispered, "Quédate conmigo..." and believe me, I wasn't going anywhere. But then... THE RISOTTO WITH FISH ARRIVED. ¡PLOT TWIST! Creamy, rich, beautifully cooked and absolutely TO DIE FOR. I thought the tacos were my true love, but suddenly the risotto appeared like the mysterious stranger in episode 97 who destroys an entire marriage. I looked at the tacos... I looked at the risotto... "¿POR QUÉ ME HACEN ESCOGER ENTRE DOS AMORES?" Raíces isn't just a restaurant. It's a Puerto Rican culinary telenovela, and every plate deserves its own dramatic soundtrack. San Juan, you have done something terrible... you have given me a new love, and now I don't know how I'm supposed to live without it. Raíces... volveré. Aunque tenga que cruzar el océano por esos tacos. ¡BRAVO! ¡MAGNÍFICO! ¡QUÉ SABOR! read more
The food was lovely and the portions were great. Sarah our server was super friendly & had great recommendations. We had appetizers: tostsones, chicharonnes de pollo, cod fish fritters & fried cheese. Main dishes: chicken risotto w/ bacon, pork chunks with rice & beans and fish tacos. The ambiance is nice with big screens for the sports enthusiasts and we sat in the corridor with a breeze. read more
A trendy, popular spot with great energy. They had live music, which really added to the vibe and made the experience even better. The staff were also great--attentive, friendly, and on top of things despite how busy it was. I ordered their piña colada and hands down, it was the best and tastiest piña colada I've ever had--smooth, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet. Absolutely a must-order. For appetizers, I tried the alcapurria, which wasn't my favorite as it was a bit too salty for my taste. However, the 3 Wagyu sliders and the mini empanadillas artesanales definitely hit the spot and made up for it. For my entrée, I ordered the churrasco al chimichurri mofongo, and it was delicious. The mofongo was flavorful with a nice hint of garlic, and the steak was a great compliment to the dish. Overall, Raíces Urbano is a solid choice if you're looking for good food, live music, and a lively atmosphere in San Juan. Definitely worth checking out. read more
5 months ago
The Mofongo here was super Yum !! We had went ro so many places for Mofongo and this was to far the closest, The taste instantly took me back to childhood, reminding me of home-cooked meals and those familiar, nostalgic flavors you never forget!! For those that never had it, it's sounds bad but it's delicious . Made with plantain chunks of pieces for lechon and chicken and flavours in each bite is hard to explain!! Everyone was nice and informative and. Welcoming !!! We sat outside and it was a perfect windy night. Not too hot not too cold perfect night ! I do recommend to Uber here and uber back to your hotel or condo . Hi T easier. . Ladies are dressed in how the ladies dressed in she older days. read more
1 month ago
Raises Urbana was recommended to us by a tour guide as being one ofrestaurants near the piers, we thought we'd give it a try. It was really a mixed bag. It was very touristy, which being close to the piers you'd expect that. We both had the monfogo, my wife had the shrimp and I had the pork. Her's was pretty good and I'd recommend that. My pork was completely dried out and chewy. The drinks were great. I had a Cuba Libre and it was fantastic. This is a tourist joint, so don't expect high cuisine, but it was pleasant and the flavors (outside of my pork being overly dry) were great. read more
Quick Summary: Our family of four waited 2 hours for our food after we ordered, the waitstaff ignored us for most of that time (until my wife asked for a status update on the food), when the food finally came, one dish was cold, one dish was overcooked, and to be fair, they did Goldilocks my dish because after two hours of what I can only assumed was a singular focus on this dish, it was just right. When my wife asked about the food (after waiting 90 minutes to say anything), we were told that we could have free shots (or 10% other drinks) to help ease the pain of the wait. Having gone with 2 teenagers, this really wasn't much help (eventually we asked to see a manager and after she condescendingly called my wife "hon" in trying to explain what was happening, we did get free Cokes for the kids, so I guess that's something). As we were leaving, a server dumped a bag of flan on our table as a sort of apology, though if I'm reading the flan containers correctly, it was made 8 days ago (yikes!). The venue is pretty big, and it was busy tonight, but a 2-hour wait for the food seems excessive. (The table of 3 who sat down at the same time as we did had not yet received their food by the time we'd left, so I guess it could have been worse). If you want meh food, below meh service, condescending managers all at a meh, price, this is definitely your spot. read more
We just arrived to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. We look up restaurants nearby and come across Raíces. We were captivated by the esthetics of the restaurant. We ordered drinks and all though they did not taste very strong of alcohol they were refreshing in the hot weather. On our second day we were told to not go to raíces as it was a tourist trap but we ENJOYED every single bite. The fish tacos were full of flavor and the fish was crispy. The chicken was bursting with flavors I've never had. BUT THE MOFONGO!!!! My mouth waters as I right this. We had it with shrimp and honestly it was the star of the meals. The flavors captured in this dish are indescribable. Portions are very big so we were happy That our airbnb had a microwave where we could heat it all up later and have it again. Tourist trap or not it is worth the visit! read more
1 year ago
Raices was recommended by our guide on a kayaking tour. I tried the queso frita (fried cheese) appetizer, carne frita (fried pork chunks) in mofongo, and their house sangria. The fried cheese just wasn't for me. It was literally blocks of fried cheese but not breaded or anything. The fried pork was very salty and tough. I did not care for the mofongo; it wasn't flavored well. The sangria was very good! Oh well also had the mini empanadas and those were very good! We had a waitress in training and she was very nice. Her trainer was also great and both were very attentive! I love how the restaurant gives an original, old Puerto Rican feel in the decor and in their uniforms. While I do not think I'd visit again, I was glad to have tried it! read more
Place has a lot of art decor on the wall which makes it esthetically pleasing. Service was decent , our waiter was friendly and spoke both English and Spanish. Food was great. My fish tacos were seasoned perfectly and filling. My friends who had the pollo rellono and mofongo said it was delicious . Drinks were also very good. read more
7 months ago
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Wonderful lunch. Wish I lived nearby so I could order the seafood mofongo in pilon again. Cocktails were good too. Not uncommonly, the music was a tad loud, but certainly not a deal b read more
3 years ago
Came here twice, after also trying their location in Old San Juan. The indoor/outdoor setup with the large tvs playing sporting events was perfect ambiance! For dinner, I tried the chuleta kan kan with (white) rice and beans. The chuleta was huge (lasted for 3 meals for me), seasoned perfectly, and had perfectly crisy chicharonnes around the outside. Also had the Spanish sausage (I forget its name on the menu). I recommend these sausages because they are good!! Came back to this location for a second time, specifically for the piña colada (WITH rum - they will ask if you want the rum). As was usually our experience, the customer service was excellent! Further in the back, it appears that they host events or gatherings. Check out Raices for a good meal or drinks! read more
What a way to end my night! After attending the festival at Old San Juan & dancing to live music & enjoying the history of our beautiful island I was able to savor the authentic dishes of our island! They had live music and he was fantastic! The service was great! Everything came out timely and the presentation was phenomenal. With regards to tastes- it speaks for itself! The food did not disappoint!!!! I would recommend without hesitation! Que Rico!!! read more
If you are looking for a restaurant with authentic Puerto Rican food and a fun atmosphere in the San Juan area Raices is the place to go. I've been to their Calle Loiza location named "Raices Urbano" twice now, filled with lively murals that represent the culture and outstanding service. The last time I was there I had their mofongo con churrasco and this time I just HAD to have it again. This time it was even better than the last. I also ordered a side of habichuelas y arroz blanco (beans and rice). I was so happy because my rice had some parts of the concón (the crispy rice at the bottom of the pot) and I LOVE concón. Raices is a great place to find delicious Puerto Rican food! read more
3 years ago
Awesome place! Cool vibe good food, cool service and good drinks! Food was delicious and well Presented Cool for families and nice evening vibe! Much better than the location in Old San Juan! read more
This establishment was recommended by hotel workers at Embassy Suites San Juan. So far, the service has been great. We flagged a waiter down who wasn't even our waiter and he took our order. The bathrooms are community, no female/male separation so do not be alarmed when you see another gender in the area. Bathroom stalls are within the walls. Will update with photos of the food once we get our delicious food! Update: After receiving our food, service went down hill from a 5 to 3. I ordered aguacate with my churassco not mofongo. Had to ask for my side dishes of rice and beans and the aguacate. Service started out great but once the food came out, it was a Disaster. There was even a female that came out and confirmed our order but still messed up our order. Paella was salty so they order fish tacos instead. (Not pictured) they corrected the problem but I still give a 3 start instead of 5 star. read more
7 months ago
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1 year ago
Honestly we were there for the game but why not eat as well. We had the bacalitos ( more like codfish chips) but very tasty I didn't care for the dipping sauce(sweet chilli sauce). I felt it just did not work with the fish. The Fish tacos were okay. Too much raw cabbage & not enough acid. Each one came with a dessicated lime slice. No help there. The Coconut Flan. I thought it was more like a pudding but my companion loved the flavor and enjoyed it. The service was the absolute worst we asked for ice water with limes which the server took as an opportunity to brings us bottled waters and despite repeated request never brought the ice water or limes but fortunately almost every other server was helpful & brought what we asked for. So it worked out. I think they are coasting on their large screen TVs which are sensational. Wish they give some closed caption but really doesn't matter, never. coming. back. read more
4 years ago
The decor of this place is so cute!! I sat inside because there were people in the patio watching football games, so it was pretty loud. I was intrigued by the stuffed avocado. It's like a mofongo but instead of plátanos, it's avocado. It came with rice and beans on the side. The piña colada was amazing! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Love this place.it has a great atmosphere and the service here was superb. Plus it's a beautiful setting. read more
The food service and ambience was amazing. My trip to Puerto Rico was beautiful and to top it off. The food was spectacular. I had a pleasure of visiting this restaurant, and it was everything that everyone explained it to be read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Ambiance and live music was awesome. Premium fish tacos weren't traditional but were tasty. Definitely a nice spot! read more
2 years ago
Food is so delicious, staff is very nice. We had a big party of 12 and they accommodated us very well 10/10 read more
2 years ago
I was here a couple days ago and it was a cool little spot. There was a long line outside so I thought it was going to take a while to be seated but the girl with the long and curly hair tried to get everyone seated and I only waited less than 10 minutes, I was so happy because I was so hungry so thank you to her! ^___^ I had a waitress write down the names of the people I wanted to write this review for but honestly I sadly left it on the table so I'm sorry! Our waitress was going to break so we had a tall skinny guy serving us until she came back. They were both very attentive and not once did I wait too long for the drinks; thank you to the both of you! : ) Lastly; the food was amazing so tasty that I cleaned my plate and I ordered the flan and wow oh wow so so good. I will definitely be coming back here once I'm back in Puerto Rico : D read more
2 years ago
We're here for a cruise and arrived a day early. Raíces was the perfect place to spend the afternoon, the food was delicious, the service was fantastic, and the whole restaurant was decorated and fun. The mojitos were excellent! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The food was absolutely delicious and bursting with flavor! Every dish was perfectly prepared, and the variety of flavors was impressive. The virgin piña coladas were amazing--perfectly blended and refreshing, and they were perfect since it was such a hot day. The service was equally amazing--attentive, friendly, and made the entire dining experience even better. The place also had huge TVs playing sports, great music that set the mood, and an overall lively atmosphere. If I ever visit Puerto Rico again I will definitely visit this restaurant again. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
This place was a very enjoyable place to sit down and watch sports on the big tv. The food was very appetizing and delicious. The steak was almost cook to outright perfection and the croquettes was just phenomenal! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Great drinks. Food is just ok. Wait staff are nice and friendly. Good place to stop and collect your thoughts as well as distorting them with some strong rum drinks. read more
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C. Loíza S/N
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