$20+ for reheated pernil on an inauthentic "Cuban" sandwich? The price for virtually every menu…read moreitem is actually higher than the most expensive menu item at Loro, owned by Aaron Franklin and Tyson Cole, two James Beard award winners. And Loro is a bricks and mortar establishment. The food at Texa Rican 512 is quite ordinary, the ingredients are common and inexpensive. Nothing is cooked to order. This truck is price gouging on wheels. There is no ambience obviously and a food truck is not a license to steal.

Mi esposo es puertorriqueño y desde la primera vez que probó la comida aquí quedó emocionado. Dice…read moreque le recuerda mucho a la isla y a la comida de su familia. Todo sabe auténtico, hecho con cariño y sazón de verdad.

Todo lo que consumimos estaba súper delicioso! Los dueños siempre muy atentos al cliente. El…read moremofongo y carne a la perfección!. Muy buen sazón !

Wow el mofongo relleno con pollo estaba exquisite. No puedo esperar volver ahora en el nuevo localread more

A Masterclass in Authentic Puerto Rican Comfort. From the…read moremoment you step inside, this vibrant eatery transports you directly into the heart of a Puerto Rican grandmother's kitchen. It is an exceptional culinary experience, paired with the kind of warm, attentive hospitality that has become exceedingly rare in modern dining. The staff here are genuinely delightful, executing a service model that is both highly efficient and impeccably clean. Operating as a curated, staff-served buffet line, the setup allows for effortless customization while ensuring pristine presentation. The value proposition here is outstanding, offering remarkably generous portions at a very approachable price point. The spread is impressively comprehensive, featuring an expansive salad bar, a dedicated dessert display, and a rotating selection of hot entrées. The technical execution of the food is flawless: * The Sides: The mashed potatoes and corn are a revelation--whipped to a light, cloud-like consistency that delivers a perfect balance of buttery richness. * The Staples: The rice is impeccably seasoned and cooked to an ideal texture, serving as the perfect canvas for the deeply flavorful, expertly prepared beans. * The Plantains: The fried plantains are a masterclass in technique, boasting a beautifully crisp exterior that gives way to a tender, caramelized interior. * The Protein: The roasted chicken is a triumph--so succulent and deeply infused with flavor that it commands the plate entirely on its own merit. With a weekly menu rotation that promises new daily variations, this establishment has deservedly earned a permanent spot in my dining itinerary during my month-long stay in town. I look forward to exploring the rest of their repertoire.

Whenever I'm in the area, I love coming here. Food looks and tastes great! The place is well…read moreorganized and clean! Love the fact that they play salsa and other Spanish food while enjoying a nice Caribbean meal! The serve was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable of all the menu item. Great place for Puerto Rican/ Dominican food.

If you're Looking for a culinary adventure that justifies the drive from Austin, The Traveler…read moreCollections offers an immersive experience where Latin fusion cuisine meets artful ambiance. And their service is absolutely immaculate. Our favorite Culinary Delights: Platanutres Basket: Thinly sliced crispy plantain chips served with a zesty cilantro sauce--a must-try starter. Seafood Arañitas: A delightful mix of octopus, shrimp, and crab nestled in a crispy shredded plantain basket, topped with spicy Caribbean sauce. Their cocktails that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Each drink is a testament to her artistry and passion for mixology. Ambiance: Feels like you are Stepping into a space where every detail is thoughtfully curated--from the vibrant decor to the rotating art installations. The atmosphere is both cozy and eclectic, making it perfect for date nights or gatherings with friends. Plus they have a Happy Hour on Sunday, Monday, Thursday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday and Saturday 1 PM - 6 PM PS: Those house made plantain chips live in my head rent feee

We stopped by The Traveler Collections for dinner one evening during a recent trip to…read moreFredericksburg. What an amazing little place. The restaurant is located inside an old house along Main Street. The front room is 1/2 lounge area, 1/2 dining room, plus the bar area. There are two side dining rooms, the "green" room and the "red" room. Even the bathroom is cool! Great vibe and good music throughout the evening. Luckily, we got there early, and we're able to walk in without a reservation and sit at the bar.​ The restaurant was short-staffed, "staff on vacations" we were told, quite a few customers had difficulty enduring the service. They needed several other people there! Our bartender/waiter was Harper, and he did a fantastic job that evening, even though the place got really busy. The craft cocktail selection is extensive and very imaginative, many fun and exciting concoctions. ​ We decided to start with The Navigator and a Banana Old Fashioned, both of which were delicious. The Navigator is a gin cocktail, with citrus and honey, a dash of grapefruit bitters and egg whites. Quite a tasty treat! The Banana Old Fashioned is a rum mixture, with some allspice, banana liqueur and walnut bitters. Delicious! We were also served a small amuse bouche of plantain soup that was a great first taste of things to come. After discussing the food menu with Harper, our food choices began with the duck spring rolls and the truffled burrata. The duck was perfectly prepared, and the spring rolls fried hot, not greasy at all. A side sweet and sour sauce on the side. The burrata ball was served well chilled, truffle pearls on top, drizzled with a nice balsamic reduction and served with thin garlic toast. Both dishes rate: amazing!​ Round two of cocktails included a Floating Petals, a vodka drink with very herbaceous notes, and the Volcano Ashes, a tequila/coconut/orange blend with black lava sea salt sprinkled on top. Both drinks were so good! We split the crispy chicken entree, a fried chicken breast atop risotto, covered with prosciutto and smoked gouda cheese. Delicious, but a bit salty for our taste. Almost every ingredient had a salt component, and the cumulative effect was the saltiness. ​For dessert we chose the Tierrita, a parfait glass filled with chocolate mousse and cookie crumbles... sweet and tasty, topped with a huge strawberry! A glass of local Texas Sangiovese accompanied the dessert and was a good pairing! So many other good things on the menu, we'd definitely go back to try more, cocktails and food! ​Recommend The Traveler Collections!

Really yummy, authentic PR food in Killeen. As in, things I'd never heard of before! The building…read moreis really cute inside with lots of art and friendly staff. Portions are huge, so get ready to share at your table because most things do not "reheat" well. Seriously. The food is great when it's fresh, but we over-ordered (because we wanted to try different things) and brought home a lot that got thrown away because it was just not good after refrigerating and reheating. But fresh? Oh YES!! Order any specials. They're bound to be terrific! And make sure to get something with pork--it's so moist and flavorful! Thanks to the staff for making all our dishes with love!

OMG soooo good! We got:…read more * Passion Fruit drink * Homemade Lemonade * Corn Fritters (Jengarullos) * Cheese Croquettes * Stuffed Mofongo with Caribbean Jerk Chicken * Sweet Plantains * Chicken Breast Stuffed with Shrimp * Mashed Yuca * Mampasteao Rice * Stuffed Mofongo with Chicken, Pork, and Ham * Grilled Chicken Breast * Fries * Mashed Potatoes * Coconut Flan * Cheese Flan First off, there were four of us and we still left stuffed and with leftovers. Second, the food was tastyyyyyyyy even for this white boy Third, just go there and thank me later. Try everything you can think of and then go back and try some more. It's that good!

My Puerto Rican said it was the best Puerto Rican food he's had in a long time, my son and I agree…read more The people there were amazing, so friendly and nice, they helped us with what they had to offer. I'd recommend it to anyone who want's great food.

I'm always on the hunt for good Puerto Rican food finally made my way to this place and it did not…read moredisappoint. It was really good and the service was phenomenal. Cool ambience nothing fancy. But the food was really delicious. So if you are interested in Puerto Rican food, this is a great spot to visit. I definitely recommend.

In the mood for authentic Puertorican food?? This is the spot, hands down! Definitely the best…read moreLechon I've ever had. The yuca has such a delicious rich flavor and arroz con gandules is a 10 out of 10... we will be hooked to this place. Service is amazing, super sweet staff and mind you the extreme hard workers that bring in the lenchon ( we saw them bring it in, unload-wish I should've taken picture but was intrigued with the process). Chicken was delicious as well, you can taste the grilled flavor. Ambiance is the VFW so definitely a great place.

Food, amazing. Service, remarkable. Ambience, feel like you're in Guavate…read morePrices are very reasonable. Wish they would be open more days, not only Sat-Sun.

Delicious. The monfongo was the perfect texture and flavors. ¡La salsa al ajillo estaba deliciosa!…read more Great service with Felipe. He was attentive to reviewing the menu, informing me of options.

I'm sad I didn't take pictures! They would be a total thirst trap for my foodie peeps out there!…read more We enjoyed the buffet today at Luna Rosa. There was a lot of variety (pechuga ajillo, chuleta, pernil, arroz con habichuelas, arroz blanco, salad) available to us on the buffet. Right away, our waiter brought sopa de platano, which was part of the buffet as well. Service, from start to finish, was excellent! Dessert is even part of the meal - the buffet had chocolate cake and fruit salad (with fresh mango, apple, pineapple, and watermelon). The restaurant is nice, feels like a family vibe. Great music playing in the background and smiles all around. Loved it!