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Shikha H.

Visited this restaurant for dinner on New Year's Eve. There was a huge waitlist and they stopped adding people to the list more than 1.5 hours before the kitchen closes. So arrive early and be prepared to wait or figure out a way to make a reservation. For appetizers, I ordered the guava flavored chicken wings and mahi fish tacos. Guava flavored chicken wings was an unexpected winner amongst everything I had here. The sauce was delicious. The mahi fish tacos were pretty loaded but lacked flavor. The fish wasn't cooked properly. The tacos were a letdown. For entree, I ordered the tuna fish tacos with peanut sesame slaw and coconut mahi curry. The tuna fish tacos weren't great, the tuna was extremely chewy but the peanut sauce was quite good. The coconut mahi curry came with a generous side of sauted zucchini, carrots and onions which was a delight. There wasn't anything more exciting to talk about in the dish. On the other hand, their service was great and the food arrived pretty quickly. The live band for New Year's eve was simply amazing. Their energy was incredible and it was clear, this was a favorite among locals who came in later to dance. The atmosphere was fun and lively, perfect way to call in the New Year. This restaurant seemed more suitable if you want to enjoy the vibe with some drinks overlooking the beach but the not for the food.

ED D.

You really can't beat the view from the outside seating of this restaurant. The ceviche was excellent. The piña colada was just OK. It was good to have a break from Cuban food.

Jeffrey B.

This was our first time here. Located just across the street from the beach. The biggest challenge? Parking. Even on a Tuesday night. But that's Puerto Rican culture. Everyone is out for a good time. There was plenty of seating whether inside or out. How could you not want to sit and watch the ocean waves. Plus it was easy to see our waiter enjoyed his job. We ordered drinks, me with the Magna lager, my first time trying it. I'm not usually a beer guy but this I enjoyed...enough to have a few more. My girlfriend had to try the coco mofongo. Talk about perfect. Might have been the best one I've had in years. We ordered the jalapeño poppers filled with cream cheese. I could not have made them any better and there was plenty for 2 people. My entree was the blue burger and she had the tuna tacos with peanut sauce. The great thing about this place is that you never feel rushed. That's the bonus. You get to enjoy the atmosphere and the view. The food was outstanding and we already have plans on coming back. Put Boardriders on your list of places to visit. Guarantee you'll be thanking me for this hidden gem. Just remember, parking is the challenge.

Leslie C.

Tuna bites- done perfectly. Isaac great server. Local craft beer. Boyfriend dug in on mahi tacos. I found t finish the maki wrap. View amazing.

Tyler M.

Excellent view of the ocean. Service was great and food was awesome. Tuna bites and guava wings are fantastic. Ice cold bucket of Medalla Light. A must go when visiting Puerto Rico.

Jeb J.

Great food. Friendly, professional staff. What a view! Looking forward to our next visit in December!

Marcus H.

Outside ambience is very nice. Sitting at the bar top looking out at the waves!!! Food was great, service was great. We enjoyed a couple drinks and took in the atmosphere!!

Great food with a great view! Got the tacos and they were perfect! Highly recommend!!

Jay L.

Right on the ocean this was a great setting. Had the ribs...twice! Great service and good food- can't ask for more!

Amber G.

Great service and great food. Has the perfect view from the outside bar. We loved this place. Perfect lunch spot for wraps/ tacos.

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Paula L.

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This place gives Rincon vibes. It's a very cool place to go to grab some drinks and hang. There's seating upstairs, downstairs, inside and out on the street. There's food, it's pretty good, but it takes a very long time to get your order. Drinks come much faster than the food. We went Friday night. They had Karaoke. It was fun. read more

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Owen B.

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Neat restaurant with a good view and solid food. The service is definitely island time but everyone's satisfied with their meal. The fish tacos were good and the beer was cold! Worth a trip if in Luquillo area! Parking is a bit dicey so just take your time. read more

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Kryss P.

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Excellent piña coladas. Good wings with a great sauce. Cheeseburger was cooked medium rare so if you have a preference, tell them. The poppers were good! Excellent views. Service is a little relaxed but that's island life. read more

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Shikha H.

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Visited this restaurant for dinner on New Year's Eve. There was a huge waitlist and they stopped adding people to the list more than 1.5 hours before the kitchen closes. So arrive early and be prepared to wait or figure out a way to make a reservation. For appetizers, I ordered the guava flavored chicken wings and mahi fish tacos. Guava flavored chicken wings was an unexpected winner amongst everything I had here. The sauce was delicious. The mahi fish tacos were pretty loaded but lacked flavor. The fish wasn't cooked properly. The tacos were a letdown. For entree, I ordered the tuna fish tacos with peanut sesame slaw and coconut mahi curry. The tuna fish tacos weren't great, the tuna was extremely chewy but the peanut sauce was quite good. The coconut mahi curry came with a generous side of sauted zucchini, carrots and onions which was a delight. There wasn't anything more exciting to talk about in the dish. On the other hand, their service was great and the food arrived pretty quickly. The live band for New Year's eve was simply amazing. Their energy was incredible and it was clear, this was a favorite among locals who came in later to dance. The atmosphere was fun and lively, perfect way to call in the New Year. This restaurant seemed more suitable if you want to enjoy the vibe with some drinks overlooking the beach but the not for the food. read more

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The bartender was great and the food was delicious. They understood was veganism is and had great options (burger & tacos). Reasonably priced. Would recommend! read more

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ED D.

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You really can't beat the view from the outside seating of this restaurant. The ceviche was excellent. The piña colada was just OK. It was good to have a break from Cuban food. read more

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Jeff L.

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The food was wonderful, the drinks cool and refreshing and the beach view great. Only thing keeping me from a 5star review was the food took a long time to come out each time we added dishes to our few hours there the day we went to Boardriders read more

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Jeffrey B.

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This was our first time here. Located just across the street from the beach. The biggest challenge? Parking. Even on a Tuesday night. But that's Puerto Rican culture. Everyone is out for a good time. There was plenty of seating whether inside or out. How could you not want to sit and watch the ocean waves. Plus it was easy to see our waiter enjoyed his job. We ordered drinks, me with the Magna lager, my first time trying it. I'm not usually a beer guy but this I enjoyed...enough to have a few more. My girlfriend had to try the coco mofongo. Talk about perfect. Might have been the best one I've had in years. We ordered the jalapeño poppers filled with cream cheese. I could not have made them any better and there was plenty for 2 people. My entree was the blue burger and she had the tuna tacos with peanut sauce. The great thing about this place is that you never feel rushed. That's the bonus. You get to enjoy the atmosphere and the view. The food was outstanding and we already have plans on coming back. Put Boardriders on your list of places to visit. Guarantee you'll be thanking me for this hidden gem. Just remember, parking is the challenge. read more

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Leslie C.

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Tuna bites- done perfectly. Isaac great server. Local craft beer. Boyfriend dug in on mahi tacos. I found t finish the maki wrap. View amazing. read more

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Tyler M.

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Excellent view of the ocean. Service was great and food was awesome. Tuna bites and guava wings are fantastic. Ice cold bucket of Medalla Light. A must go when visiting Puerto Rico. read more

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K B.

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The best parts are you are on the beach and I bought a cute shirt. The service was really lacking and I had to ask several times to get things that should've come with my meal when I ordered it. read more

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Jose T.

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Great location, friendly staff and good grub. One of our "go to" spots right on the beach.

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Jeb J.

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Great food. Friendly, professional staff. What a view! Looking forward to our next visit in December! read more

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Marcus H.

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Outside ambience is very nice. Sitting at the bar top looking out at the waves!!! Food was great, service was great. We enjoyed a couple drinks and took in the atmosphere!! read more

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Raea F.

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We ate here twice! Drinks were great and stiff! Nice view of the beach. Service was great and food was too! Tried a variety of food options and they were all great but my favorite was the churrasco sandwich!! read more

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Will G.

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Great food with a great view! Got the tacos and they were perfect! Highly recommend!! read more

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Ginger A.

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2 years ago

The best fish tacos on the island! We ate here and fell in love! You are right across from the ocean, fast service and great food!It has a second story that you can eat and hang out at the bar, with a nice breeze. We ordered Mahi fish tacos with Baril Colada! It was the perfect match up! They have karaoke and tv's to watch if you are catching up on your sports! We bought shirts from the store on site! Love this place! read more

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Jay L.

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Right on the ocean this was a great setting. Had the ribs...twice! Great service and good food- can't ask for more! read more

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Seacoast Food Blogger M.

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What was once my favorite restaurant in Liquillo is now just a good spot to grab a drink, that is if you can get someone to wait on you? seems highly unlikely based on what a saw last night. not only was the waitstaff totally overloaded, but couldn't keep up at all. This resulted in long wait times for food, drinks, and bills. this recent visit took over 45mins for food, which during this time watched several people walk out after being seated, and were never waited on. I was very upset with the overall service last night and will not be back. more than an hour for two drinks, a sandwich and a burger....just not good anymore. so sad to see this place going south quickly. oh did I also mention the bill was wrong and was never corrected? not worth explaining it twice to our waiter who didn't know how to use the mobile POS system. there are many upcoming places near by to choose from, so long boardriders it had been a nice 10+ year run. read more

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Kathy C.

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Good food and friendly good service. Great location. Enjoyed relaxing time with great ambiance of locals.

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Tomas T.

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We went to Boardriders based on the Yelp! reviews. We were not disappointed and, in fact, were pleasantly surprised. The music downstairs, which is more of a bar scene, was very loud, but the music upstairs, which is more of an open-air restaurant vibe was much more conducive to conversation. The view of the beach and water from upstairs is also quite appealing. Despite the reviews, we were a bit surprised by how tasty the food was. I had a blackened tuna steak which was cooked perfectly. It was so big we took home half of it to make fish tacos the following day. My wife had the tuna tacos special, which came with 3 huge tacos in flour tortillas. I don't recall all of the ingredients, but they were very tasty. We decided to share the tacos and take home the steak because it would travel better. Service was fine, but nothing remarkable. We were seated promptly (it was fairly early). It took a little time to order, but our food arrived in an appropriate timeframe. Given the $14.50 price, we decided to forgo mojitos or other tropical drinks. The meal overall was one of the better culinary experiences we've had in PR so far read more

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Amber G.

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Great service and great food. Has the perfect view from the outside bar. We loved this place. Perfect lunch spot for wraps/ tacos. read more

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Cindy Y.

Elite 26 All-Star

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Great vibe, great service, great views. Menu includes burgers, seafood and salads. Watched the surfers while eating. All food was fresh. If they have the grouper ceviche special, when you visit, order it. You won't be disappointed. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Tolein Q.

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This place is definitely a fun vibe for the weekend! I went on a Friday night & it was packed & lively, they even had karaoke. It's right on the beach so it offers a nice view. The food was okay though. Steak quesadillas- the steak was tough and made it hard to bite. I had to fight & rip with every bite ‍ Mahi tacos- the flavor was good but they put sooo much cheese & I feel like fish tacos don't need cheese. Curry mahi- great flavor, best dish by far read more

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Steve S.

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Tasty guava colada and great location on the beach. Servers are bilingual and easy to communicate with. We walked to the restaurant but there looks like there's plenty of parking. read more

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Mariel A.

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The most important thing is that the food and servers are so good and really kind. The food is so good. Also the food is so fast And when you're looking at the menu you should probably order the tuna bites read more

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Emma N.

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Such a nice spot on the beach with great outdoor seating and a view of the ocean!! The food was perfect after a long day at the beach. Our waitress was so sweet and all of the workers were so nice! great service! The chicken Cesar wrap and the Mahi Mahi Wrap were amazing! read more

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Brandon D.

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Highly recommend Boardriders!!! Food was amazing!!! We got the mahi mahi bites, Salmon Salad and the mahi mahi tacos. We will be coming back tomorrow! read more

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Rachel L.

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We stopped by Boardriders because we wanted casual lunch/drinks with a view of the ocean. The food was better than I expected and the view was unbeatable! They also have good happy hour deals. Our server was super friendly and helpful. read more

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Aaron S.

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Amazing ocean and beachfront view, sat upstairs with a great view. Also a smaller bar area upstairs. $3.50 corona

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Matias B.

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Very nice find on our way back from Puerto Real. Beautiful spot on the beach with inside/outside seating. The food was great and the drinks were cheap. Highly recommend it if you're in the area or traveling between San Juan and Fajardo. read more

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William R.

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Popular place but I don't know why. The wings were overcooked to the point of no return. The burger I ordered was average - not great, but not bad either. + one star for some good local beer selections and the wait staff were on top of things. read more

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Brittany J.

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Easy lunch location to grab simple bites to eat. We enjoyed sitting in the front patio with a view of the ocean. Service was timely and we were visited by both a dog and a cat during our meal, which we enjoyed, but if you would not I'd recommend inside seating since there are many strays in the area. read more

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Mark S.

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First stop when arriving in Puerto Rico. Location was great. Able to watch the kite surfers while sitting outside. Service was great and friendly. Food was great also. I had the Mahi Mahi taco. Delicious. Definitely a spot you should try. read more

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Stephanie K.

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Cute little bar right on the beach. At night it gets loud. Food was good and service good

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Keith O.

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Fantastic beach spot! We got a seat upstairs with our 5 yo son , happened to be only folks upstairs . Enjoyed the view, the waves the tuna bites , the wings , the mahi tacos , the onion rings , a great colada and and a Ocean Lab San Jose Lager I hadn't seen other places on the island . Also found a nice pair of $20 polarized shades in gift shop. Just everything I could ask for! read more

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Lynn P.

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Great food and excellent service. Right on the beach with amazing views of the ocean.

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Kate S.

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Cool location, great beach vibes, fantastic service and varied and delicious vegetarian options. Our family of four was well fed!

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Jeremy A.

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Stayed in Luquillo for a few days and walked to this place from our condo. Great staff, good food. Watching the waves roll in while dining. I would recommend the wings with the guava sauce. Best we had on the island. read more

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Rob S.

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After a long, hot walk back to our car we were in the mood for a smoothie or something of the sorts. Our search came up with Boardriders. Amazing location on the beach with an equally amazing view! Covid protocols prevent you from just entering, they have a gated up front entrance that they will open for you as soon as you have your temp check and squirt of hand sanitizers. We got our order to go as we had someplace else to be, but service was friendly and smoothies were really flavorful. In addition, we couldn't help ourselves, we got the Tuna Bites. A generously sized app that features .... wait for it .... Tuna. Blackened Tuna bites served with a pineapple jalapeno sauce. The bites were cooked to perfection and the pineapple jalapeno sauce was a great compliment. Also, they had a side room that had merch if you're interested in grabbing souvenirs from your visit. We would highly recommend! read more

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Cll Herminio Diaz Navarro S/n
Luquillo, Puerto Rico 00773
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(787) 710-1524
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http://boardriderssurfbar.com

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Does Boardriders take credit cards?

Yes, Boardriders takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Boardriders have catering options?

No, Boardriders does not have catering options.

Does Boardriders have a happy hour?

Yes, Boardriders has a happy hour.

Does Boardriders serve alcohol?

Yes, Boardriders serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Boardriders allow dogs?

Yes, Boardriders allows dogs.

Does Boardriders have TVs?

Yes, Boardriders has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Boardriders have bike parking?

Yes, Boardriders has bike parking.

Does Boardriders have outdoor seating?

Yes, Boardriders has outdoor seating options.

Does Boardriders have parking?

Yes, Boardriders has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Boardriders have free WiFi?

No, Boardriders does not have free WiFi.

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What an amazing spot! The restaurant offers beautiful beach views and an electric, vibrant…read moreatmosphere--you can really feel the energy from the music and the crowd. It's the kind of place you don't want to leave! Parking can be a bit challenging, so make sure to arrive early and give yourself time to find a spot--it's absolutely worth it. The staff was fantastic--friendly, courteous, and able to handle our large group without any issues. We ordered a variety of dishes to try as much as possible, and everything was delicious. Some of our favorites included: * Mofongo with shrimp * Alcapurrias * Shark bites (a must--especially if it's been a while since you've had them!) And don't skip the drinks--they definitely deliver: * Long Island Iced Tea * Margaritas * Mojitos Great food, great vibes, and a great experience overall. Definitely a place you have to visit!

We came here for food based on Reddit recs haha. Glad we chose this place! The food was pretty…read moregood, and we loved the energy and the live band here... but what really set this place apart was how friendly the staff was! When we arrived, the main room was packed, and the few open tables were reserved. The host asked us if we'd be okay sitting in another room. I explained that we're visiting, and we wouldn't mind waiting for a table to open up where the live band section is. Upon hearing this, they were nice enough to accommodate us and make it happen. Special shoutout to our server! Unfortunately, I forget her name (it's been a month), but I remember she had this AMAZING makeup on, with lots of colorful beads in beautiful patterns across her face, as well as lovely hands with really fun nails and rings. She was so lovely and friendly, and she really made our night! If you see this, thank you :)

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Bistro del Mar

4.8(143 reviews)

0.1 km

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Go to Bistro Del Mar for the fish tacos. They're the reason to come…read more You get fresh, flavorful fish with just the right seasoning. The textures work. The toppings don't overpower anything. Every bite feels balanced and worth it. Be ready to wait. The food takes a while to come out. Plan for it and don't come starving. That said, the tacos make up for it. You'll forget the wait once you start eating. Also plan for the setup. There isn't much shade during the day, so think ahead if you're coming earlier. Bring what you need or come at a better time. We went at night, and it was perfect. The atmosphere felt calm and easy, with a great breeze and a relaxed vibe. Sit back, take your time, and enjoy it.

Amazing food, best meal we had during our trip! Had spicy crab stuffed avocado and yucca topped…read morewith octopus.

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Local jam!

La Fonda Gourmet

Given more days in Luqillo, I would return every day to try all their food…read more I started with the arepas de coco - very well fried, soft, doughy puffs complemented with a guava sauce. They were addictive, it was hard to not eat all of them. They would also be a good dessert - reminiscent of beignets, but with less oil and sugar. For main I had the churrasco skirt steak with rice of the day. It was a generous portion of steak topped with a delicious churrasco fragrant with garlic. The rice was well seasoned and perfectly cooked texture. Server was enthusiastic about the food and providing suggestions. Though I suspect everything on the menu is delicious. Guests at all the tables around me raved about their meals. Indoor seating is cozy and comfortable. There's a small bar with counter seating.

The Paseo de la Pared might be the best cocktail I've ever had. The service was very friendly,…read morealthough there were several instances where 1 person of our group of 5 was left out when things were delivered to our table. The waitress (who was super cool) had to go and remind the bar to make my wife's drink. Then, she had to go and ask the kitchen why my entree hadn't come out when everyone else had been served 5 minutes prior. The food was good (especially the churrasco), but this was a very expensive meal. Like, "Holy hell is that correct?!"-when they bring you the check level expensive. We would go back for those drinks, but I would need to sell a couple of non-vital organs before we could afford to go back for a full meal.

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Beautiful night with great service and food. AAAA+

Lobster tacos

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Corned beef Pastelillos seasoned and fried to perfection.

La Parrilla

4.1(1k reviews)

2.5 km

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I do have to say that I haven't been there in a while but the food is GREAT!…read moreWill I return; YES! Will I recommend it; YES!

Food and restaurant amazing. Wait staff attentive and friendly. Ate at the Tiki Bar so we could…read moreenjoy the view of the beach. The ambiance is very beach and had club/lounge music, which was good and not too loud. This place was filled with locals on their lunch hour and tourists. The restaurant has a right on the beach so it's a great location for beach time and a nice lunch under shade. The food was good. Huge portions so definitely shareable. We ordered the creamy lobster bisque, pineapple rice with shrimp, a beef empanada, which was so yummy, the pork loin medallions stuff with ground beef picadillo, and a side of maduros. The lobster bisque was good but with noting that it's made with pimento cheese. It's more cheesy than creamy. Definitely recommend, can be pricey depending on what you get, so sharing is ideal. Enjoy!

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Fresh lobster with mofongo.

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Pucker: (Passion Fruit+Tajin Rim Margarita)

El Cardumen Restaurante

5.0(2 reviews)

6.7 km

Let's start with the location. It's surround by nature and trees with a wonderful breeze. I love…read morethe outdoor seating area. Then there is Daisy the most attentive server I have ever met. She is amazing. The food is cooked fresh to order and is delicious. We also had the best coconut water picked fresh from the trees on the property. My husband and I found this place on accident but we will definitely be back.

New restaurant in the Fajardo countryside. The owner and the staff are very warm and friendly and…read moreeverything we tried was super fresh and tasty - spinach and longaniza pastillios, paella and fresh chillo. Highly recommend. We'll definitely be back.

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Bungalu

4.7(195 reviews)

5.7 km

Such a cool little place. Awesome view as the restaurant is on the roof! The food is good and it's…read morea fun atmosphere with good music

It's off on a side street then up to the roof. Eclectic little spot that has good views but needs a…read morelittle fixing up. The service was good, our waiter greeted us quickly and took our drink order. I ordered a Barbados, it was actually very good. It was a rum drink with cinnamon and citrus juice. We ordered tacos, steak and spicy crab. The steak taco was overflowing with steak, it has a nice lime taste and the meat was tender. The spicy crab was a disappointment. It was also overflowing, but it was stuffed with imitation crab meat. I was thinking if you are on the sea you would get real crab meat. The waiter asked how we liked it and I said it should be labeled as fake crab. He was very gracious about it and wanted to offer me another type of taco. Overall, not sure how it got past three stars by other guests. Maybe I need to try other dishes.

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Top : 3 tacos(2 chicken 1 steak) bottom: ceviche stuffed avocado with salad and Yuca

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Alexis W.

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11 years ago

We came here on our last day in PR and we were bummed we didn't come here sooner! Its right across from the beach, the staff was super friendly, and everyone seemed to know each other. They had craft beers and awesome food. Their prices are great and portions are good. We ordered the tuna bites and house salad and we loved the tuna so much we ended up getting another order. Would definitely recommend and will come back if we are in PR again! read more

Frank C.

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12 years ago

Cool place and awesome food! Tuesdays they have a fish tacos special. Happy hour is from 5pm to 7pm. Ordered a coconut mojito that rocked! Our waiter Oscar was wicked nice! Playing raggae music; Bob Marley, Matis Yahu, Sublime, etc. right in front of the beach. Definitely coming back! read more

J B.

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5 years ago

Place doesn't like gringos!! Food tasted like they wiped the plate with their ass! They should be welcoming to all. Especially during covid! Such ASSHOLES. read more