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    Jibaro's

    3.5 (167 reviews)
    ModeratePuerto Rican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Loud
    Outdoor seating

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    Salad
    Barbara B.

    This place was recommended to us by people we met at breakfast. Located on the strip with all the kiosks, it has upstairs seating but it was dark so we stayed on ground level. during the day it would be fun to see the ocean. We ordered the calamari which was a generous serving of rings with a garlic aioli. The seafood paella came with 7 shrimps, 3 mussels, and small pieces of octopus. The portion was large enough for two to share. The meal was nothing to rave about but also no complaints.

    Shrimp with plantains
    Shelby M.

    We stopped by Jíbaro's after a jungle tour and it was the perfect spot to unwind with great food, drinks, and a beautiful view. We sat upstairs on the patio, which had an amazing beach view and a nice breeze -- ideal for relaxing after a long day. Our waiter was nice and gave us great recommendations for both food and drinks. We started with the rum punch, which was refreshing and hit just the right notes. For appetizers, the fried calamari was a standout -- super crispy and paired perfectly with a sweet garlic sauce. For mains, we had the shrimp with plantains (so flavorful and well-seasoned) and the pot-cooked pulled pork, which came in a generous portion with rice and a delicious sauce. Overall, a great post-adventure meal with a chill vibe, great flavors, and a view to match.

    Lobster filled with seafood and a side of mash potatoes.

    We visited here the last Wednesday in February around 7 pm. There was an immediate welcoming vibe as we walked up to review the menu. This was our first stop. We were greeted by the manager, Michael who gave us a run down of some of their dishes. Although we had not made a decision he gave us shots to toast the birthdays and retirements we were celebrating. Little did we know all along the birthday girl was drawn to the fresh healthy looking lobster in the tank and made her decision that this is where we would be dining. They quickly accommodated the 7 of us and introduced us to our server, Moises. Moises continued to answer our questions and gave detailed information about some of the menu items. They have a variety of cocktails and mocktails. Everyone was pleased with their drinks. Those that ordered the lobster were able to pick their own, and view the weighing of the lobster. The lobster is priced by the pound. We ordered Fish nuggets (grouper) and Mofongo. The fish nuggets were light and flavorful. The consistency of the Mofongo was good and burst with garlic flavor. If we were just stopping in for a little bite these would have been satisfying. Now let's get down to the gastric party !!! Both the fresh lobster and whole red snapper were split in half and filled with an assortment of seafood marinated in a cream sauce and savory flavor. The Puerto Rican Paella Moriscos (seafood rice dish) was flavorful and was filled with a substantial amount of seafood. The Can Can Pork Chop was a marvel to see. This is a pork chop trimmed with pork rind. My sister and I split our meal because we could not decide and wanted both the red snapper and the paella. That was the best decision so neither of us would deny our taste buds of these delights. Along with the paella, I ordered Puerto Rican dumplings . They were delicious. Others ordered the fried plantains and mashed potatoes which were just as good. The lobster was amazing too. The can can pork chop was a little dry but once they added same cream sauce it was good. Some of the dishes were carefully plated showing the layers of flavor., where you could not wait to dig in. Others showed the technical skill of the chef. If you have not figured by now this was a lot of food. Needless to say none went to waste. We took all of our left overs back to the resort to enjoy the next day. The birthday girl was given a Tres Leches cake and serenaded by the staff. Moises was so amazing. He was attentive, personable and knowledgeable about their menu. We felt like we were with family with Michael and Moises. Jibaro's Borinquen will be our place to dine when we visit Puerto Rico. The pricing is fair for the quality and amount of food we received. It is located at Luquillo Beach, Kiosk #22 In the Rio Grande area. There are about 40 other restaurants and bars in a row and all backup to the beach.

    Churrasco
    Ariel A.

    My partner and I came here as part of a group excursion. Service was very slow, and I understand that they value enjoying a meal with family and loved ones. But the groups of 4-6 that ordered after us received their food before us and we didn't get our meals until they almost finished theirs. We both ordered medium cooked skirt steak, mine came out perfect. My partner's was cooked well done and salty. I'm glad I had the chance to try the food, but I would not come again because of the service. The drinks and food were good

    Fried pork
    Nicole L.

    We were looking for our last mofongoes before heading to the airport. This restaurant came up it was empty probably a night spot. Bus load of people came out in front of this restaurant. I ordered the steak, octopus mofongoes and fried pork/fries for kiddo. They were all well executed and delicious. The extra garlic sauce and hot sauce also enhanced the dish! The mojito drinks were also great. The fried pork/fries were sooooo good compared to this other casita place in town!! It was moist and crispy so perfect!! Love to come back again!

    Outside sign
    Nico F.

    Good Food Good service Good Ambiance Mofongo con camarones was delicious , my daughter had the burger with fries.

    Menu
    Briana E.

    Jibaros definitely brings the experience with the rooftop view looking out to the beach! They had very refreshing pina colada drinks to match the tropical atmosphere. We ordered the sampler as an appetizer so we can taste a little bit of everything. Safe to say we all enjoyed it because nothing was left over! The portions were generous and the price was very fair! The white rice with habichuelas (Beans) was the star of the show. They made something so basic into something extremely authentic and unique. I've had many many different kinds of the same recipe but by far this has to be my favorite. The tostones (fried plantain) were way too dry and hard for me. But other than that, the service was good and the experience was everlasting!

    Marina T.

    The food was spectacular! The service was great, everyone is friendly and welcoming. They definitely deserve all the business they get.

    Pork medallions with rice and beans

    Service was excellent. The margaritas were large and delicious. The steak, pork, and chicken were all good. The brownie dessert was huge and yummy!

    Outside

    Food is pricey. Server was nice. Food took over 35 minutes. Grouper fish plate was yummy good bang for your buck

    Arroz
    Marie Z.

    Amazing food and service! Delicious mofongo, rice, tacos and fresh juices! Our server Beverly was extremely helpful and shared her local knowledge with us. Great views!

    Paloma M.

    Pictured is the Mofongo with Camarones Al Ajillo from Jibaros. The mofongo was delicious and flavorful paired with the shrimp topped with a garlic sauce. The shrimp tasted like Camarones Al Ajillo, but it was done in a different style than what I'm used to and I was pleasantly surprised. The sauce had a smooth almost foamy texture that paired perfectly with the mofongo. Their service was good, but we had to wait a while for our food. When you visit Jibaros you can enjoy delicious food with a view of the beach.

    Mofongo Mariscos (bottom), mofongo pollo (right), mofongo & steak (top), steak and fries (left).
    Jody F.

    The best mofongo we had in Puerto Rico. Friendly seaside spot that gets busy every night. Service is welcoming (our host was originally from New York) and gave out generous tourist advice.

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    The food was delicious, I had the mofongo with camarones in the butter sauce, with rice and beans. I'm definitely coming back again.

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    Friendly service, food had potential but nothing special. Very disappointed This was my first PR experience, maybe next time.

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    The food was excellent, and the weight staff was very vegetarian friendly. We had a delicious meal and I thought it was a great value!

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    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 :)

    Place was in the Kiosko strip..I think #20. Place seemed inviting, played music after 6:30pm. The…read moreis a slight view of the beach if you sit closer to the back. Server was friendly. We only got 3 items of food: Longaniza, Bacalaitos and Octupus salad with Pulpo. Longaniza was deep friend with chimichurri sauce (was not the deep color I was expecting) tasted like pork chop chunks, octopus salad my hubby ate said it need more olive oil and the pieces were not consistent and chunky; there were pieces that were too small-he said it didn't taste bad but a traditional octopus salad. The prices were way over: Maybe other meals are worth it but I probably would not visit again

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