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Desde Mi Balcon

3.2 (25 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Plato Navideño with added Abichuelas Tostones and Maduros and $30 drink ‍
Angelica M.

I have tried giving the restaurant a chance but every time I have gone I get disappointed. One of the time I went with my BF and I saw they had a nice looking decorated bar (at there new location) so I asked the server if they offer a full bar she said yes... so I asked her for a Blue Motorcycle (a version of a AMF) she didn't know what was in it which I was like okay no problem it didn't bother me too much that she didn't know a basic bar drink so I told her what was in it and after about 10-15 minutes of her and someone else at the bar looking at there phone I'm guessing looking the drink up she brings me my drink... drink was amazing it was Strong as heck so I didn't complain I like my drinks strong hence why I get this drink. I was like cool yea this will definitely be my new spot. We then ordered our food appetizers first 2 Frituras each of us. Well each one came at a different times one at a time. Then we ordered our food and that also came at separate times. My food "Plato Navideño" came 1st 10 minutes later my BF plate "Chuletas Kankan" came I was sitting waiting for his meal to come that when it finally came and we both started eating my food was cold. I know some may say well why didn't you start eating. Well we went to eat to eat together not to have separate meals. Then the pernil was really salty and greasy had to try and mix my cold rice with it to hide some of the salty taste. My BF didn't really complain about his food so I'm assuming his food was good only thing we were supprice was when the service mentioned to my BF he already had 3 refills on his fountain drink and that was it. We both look at each other like huh... she said yea so we said we didn't care. She didn't bring another drink after but not knowing that what she meant was it was another charger aftet 3 refills. We had never been to a restaurant that you can only have so many fountain drinks it didn't state in the menu that it only offered 3 refills again on "FOUNTAIN DRINKS" My food may have tasted different if it was hot but that's the experience I had with my food. After I asked for another Blue Motorcycle drink I figured heck okay no big deal let me just wash it all off with another great drink . Same thing she brought the drink and was strong and great. Had a horrible experience with the food but I figured okay at lest the drinks are good. After my second drink was finished. We asked for the bill and when I looked at the bill I was in shock like $30 for a Blue Motorcycle each I called to ask the waitress thinking it was a mistake she then goes and explains that they charge for each shot in the drink and that each shot was an oz so mind you if you don't know what it contains it's the following ¾ fluid ounce vodka ¾ fluid ounce tequila ¾ fluid ounce rum ¾ fluid ounce gin ¾ fluid ounce Blue Curacao 1 dash sour mix 2 fluid ounces lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage Which add up to about 3oz of liquor (which if I'm Correct is the legal amount that can be served at any bar or restaurant in a drink) yet at this point you have me 5oz in a drink a total of 10oz in 2 hrs which mind you I don't mind the strength of the drink it's not knowing and then blindside of what I am paying for like what the Fu€k. From that point that was the last straw for me. I love my PR good but I'm gonna need to find another spot.

Stuffed chicken breast with ground beef and Sweet Plantains
Charles P.

Food was good. Atmosphere was friendly. Most staff don't speak English, which makes the cultural experience authentic. We ordered several dishes and they were all good. The interior is a bit small, which can also be seen as a good thing (intimate), but it limits the amount of people that can come in and enjoy it. They were full when we went and people were waiting outside in their cars for groups to leave so that they could come in and dine. They only have a limited number of English menus. If you want to enjoy this place without a Spanish speaker in your group, just be prepared to use "Google Translate" (we did) We will be returning!

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Genaro G.

Ambiance! Looms awesome, might be a good night time dining expeeience location. Looks really nice, large bar area,

Mofongo y carne fritas Flavor was good
Nico F.

Food was very good, Service was good, ambiance was great. It was a ride from Jacksonville but I was satisfied

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Makayla C.

Overall, I'd say this place was ok. Tried this for the first time on her birthday because one of her friends recommended it. I recently took a trip to San Juan, PR so I had a good idea of what the food was supposed to taste like and it was close! This inside is nice, cool paintings on the wall. We asked about a few items on the menu and they weren't serving a lot of things, which was disappointing. I ordered the nachos and my mom had the empanadas, rice, and plantains. She said her food was pretty good, except for the rice which she thought was a little too sweet (I personally liked the rice). My nachos were pretty much a salad mix with cheese, sour cream, and a whole bunch of beef with not enough chips to support all of it. I was disappointed with the nachos because they were just ok and I felt like they were something I could make at home.

We had already eaten a couple bites, but this is their guacamole dip
Angelica L.

So, on the outside it doesn't look like much but on the inside. The artwork is BEAUTIFUL, the food is immaculate, and true to the culture. My husband and I are both Puerto Rican and we JUST got back from there like 3 days ago. Desde Mi Balcón hits the nail on the head with home flavors and cooking styles. The fact that they had a tripleta shook me to the core and it was SOOO GOOOD the only thing I wish they had was chimichuri sauce for my plate, but her mayoketchup was on point. I can't want to go back. If you're looking for good Puerto Rican food try them out, you won't be disappointed!

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Juan V.

Overall the service was great and the food was okay. De piña colada was the best thing and the mofongo. The carne frita was dry and the churrasco was not the best. The staff was very attentive, cordial and pleasant.

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Steak was bland! Nothing about the meal was good! Maybe i ordered the wrong thing! Carne Asada

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Excellent food and hefty sized portions!! Staff is warm and friendly. Will definitely be returning!

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The food was straight delicious!! The atmosphere and service was impeccable! Steak Mondongo!!!

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