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El Ancla Restaurant

3.5 (51 reviews)
InexpensivePuerto Rican, Seafood
Open • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Quiet
Touristy
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Colleen H.

Great spot! Great drinks! The carne nachos were delicious! The staff are fun and friendly !!

The finest establishment I've ever been to in my life. The bartender vivi has the most fabulous dump truck I've ever laid eyes on

Paul Z.

Solid beachside spot for food and drink. Plenty of parking in the beach lot. Shirt and shoes NOT required! Typical to Rincon long wait for food but the drinks come quickly. In an attempt to get more veggies in my diet I asked what veggies come on the nachos and was told mixed roasted veggies. I should have gone with chicken because they put a bag of frozen broccoli and cauliflower on it lol! Tacos were solid and the mixed drinks were okay but very strong!

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Bethany H.

This was our favorite go to restaurant during the day while enjoying the beach. The drinks were great. The food was super yummy (try out their hot sauces!) and the music and energy was always upbeat and fun, even in a heavy rainstorm Can't wait to go back!!

Jessi S.

Best mojito in Puerto Rico so far! I had to get 2! The shark and crab empanadas were delish and we tried 3 different tacos a la carte. Our food took a little longer to come out since they just opened when we arrived so the bartender delivered shots to everyone and took one with us! A great time near the beach! We also got the wings which were just alright, a little dry and small.

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Yamil H.

We arrived during the afternoon and it was pretty full. There were a group of American locals and it was rowdy and loud! But definitely fun! The menu is long and varied. Prices are fair. We enjoyed our dinner , it was at our table in a timely manner and hot. Which I do care a lot for it since good and hot food is the best. It's a 4 star, since they served us and didn't even left us plates to eat; we had to share 1 plate - ok. And the server didn't return since we didn't have more to drink. Overall good place for good eats!

El Ancla, Rincòn, Puerto Rico
February 2, 2015
Johnny M.

What a trip! Seriously, our trip to Rincòn was pretty amazing, but a visit to this little beachside bar was the cherry in the piña colada! It was Super Bowl Sunday, but you wouldn't know it by the laziness of our pace and rush to get nowhere. We were beachside, looking to get some strong drinks and didn't have to look far: El Ancla was literally 50 feet from the waves. We ordered up some piña coladas with Puerto Rican rum and we were definitely not dissatisfied. They were tasty, cold and strong! We hung casually at the small, outdoor bar (the whole place is an outdoor bar/restaurant) feeling the cool breeze on our faces as the warm sun went down. The prices were great and the people were friendly. Definitely stop in for a drink if you're ever lucky enough to find yourself in the small, beachside, laid-back town of Rincòn. And let your worries fly away... Wait... did we miss the Super Bowl?!

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“We hung casually at the small, outdoor bar (the whole place is an outdoor bar/restaurant) feeling the cool breeze on our faces as the warm sun went down.”

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Rincon Boricua - La taína

Rincon Boricua

4.3(81 reviews)
1.8 km
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My wife and I went twice in our 5 day stay in Rincon and loved it both times. I wish we'd gone…read moremore! Everything I got was amazing as were my wife's orders. We were also addicted to the parcha lemonade. That is a must-order. The empanadillas are awesome and I couldn't get enough of the pork (Order the mofongo with broth and fried pork!) We both fell in love with the town and with this restaurant. The staff were really nice, too. But, honestly with food this good I would have been back anyway. lol

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. After placing my order, I waited…read moreapproximately 44 minutes for my food to arrive. When the Churrasco Mofongo ($27.99) finally came out, the portion size was surprisingly small and did not reflect the price at all. For nearly $28, I expected a much more substantial serving and better overall value. What made the experience even more frustrating was that I also ordered four pastelitos at $2.99 each, and those ended up providing more food and better value than the $27.99 Churrasco Mofongo. It's hard to justify paying nearly $28 for an entrée when a few appetizers totaling less than half the price leave you feeling like you received more for your money. To make matters worse, the staff was largely inattentive throughout the visit. It was difficult to get anyone's attention, there were no updates regarding the long wait, and customer service felt like an afterthought, only because the question "Can I have an update on my order" was asked to the staff. A 44-minute wait can be understandable during busy times, but keeping customers informed goes a long way, especially when multiple families sat, ate, and left before receiving the order. Overall, despite the churrasco mofongo tasting really good, between the excessive wait time, the lack of attentiveness from staff, and the disappointing portion size, I left feeling that the meal was not worth the price. I hope management takes a closer look at both the service and the value being provided to customers.

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Rincon Boricua - La torre

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La Copa Llena

4.4(218 reviews)
0.1 km
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Hands down the best dinner experience of our entire Puerto Rico vacation! We celebrated our 19th…read moreanniversary here on 07/07/26 with our daughters, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The food was absolutely incredible, without a doubt the most flavorful meal we had all week, and honestly one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Order the chicken... WOW! Every bite was packed with amazing flavor. The service was truly exceptional. One of our servers, Allen, was so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. He took the time to talk with us & he didn't seem rushed. The teamwork among the staff was amazing to watch. There was a gentleman constantly walking through the dining room clearing plates the moment we were finished, keeping everything spotless without ever interrupting our meal. Everyone worked together so seamlessly, and you could tell they genuinely enjoyed what they do. While we waited for our food--which actually came out super fast for PR--our daughters loved spending time down by the beach area. It was the perfect way to keep them entertained while we relaxed. And the view... photos simply don't do it justice. We had no idea just how breathtaking the setting and ambiance would be until we experienced it in person. If you're in Rincón, La Copa Llena is a must-visit!!

Excellent food, view is incredible for sunset , my second favorite restaurant in Rinconread more

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El Ancla Restaurant - puertorican - Updated October 2026

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