Really hit. Garlic took it over the top. Quick efficient service in the take out location 10…read moreminutes before closing. Did not disappoint.

I've ordered from here a handful of times and consistency can be an issue but not unforgivable…read more Good sized portions! Chicken soup- yummy but the last time I had it it was soo salty. Alcapurria- hit or miss but when it hits it hits! Papa relleno- never disappoints always so yummy great meat to potato ratio. Jibaritos- I've had the lechon and the bistec and both are delicious Lechon entree- it comes with arroz con gandules and salad you can swap out salad for potato salad for up charge. I've had both options and neither one disappointed. Last time I asked for no salad cause I wanted extra rice(good portion to begin with) cause it's just so good.

A quaint spot and dishes were nothing short of outstanding, each bite had authentic Puerto Rican…read moreflavors. The arroz con gandules was the perfect balance of seasoned rice and tender pork, while the mofongo was incredibly flavorful and satisfying, with just the right amount of garlic and texture. The tostones were crisp, golden, and served with a delicious dipping sauce that had just the right tang to complement the fried goodness. It's clear that the restaurant takes pride in true Puerto Rican culinary while delivering a fresh and satisfying experience. The service was friendly, and the portions were generous, definitely a great value for the price.

I like this lil spot.. I was just driving pass hungry one day and decided to stop in. Kinda small…read morelocation but they make the best of it.. i ordered tostones which are fried plantains and fried pork belly...which is exactly what it sounds like. I was a huge fan of the tostones, it was crispy and crunchy and fried to perfection. They put tooo much garlic oil on mines but still edible. I was not a huge fan of the fried pork belly.. it was like I liked it bc I was hungry but I didn't like it enough to come back and order it again.. I think it was the seasoning and it was overly salty for me... besides that it was cooked to perfection. Maybe I need to come back and try something else on the menu but for now it's not a place I would rush back to and eat at.. I'm sorry I hate being mean but I have to be honest.

I will give it a zero star but l wasn't able to , it was the worse dinner l had . I'm a true Puerto…read moreRican and l know how food should look and taste and this was the worse l ever had the rice was soggy and l had a bacalito and it look like thin Pancake and it even had no taste so it's a place l will never come back to .and the service was horrible so this place l wouldn't recommend..

Overall giving this place a 4/5! It's hard to find good Puerto Rican food so was really happy to…read moresee one and the menu looked good!! The pork was really flavorful and the rice was wonderful too. Really large portions which I can't be mad about lol. Loveeeee the tostones, some of the best I ever had and the creama dip was the icing on the cake. I had to take off 1 star because unfortunately my Habichuelas were missing....like there was rarely any beans in the bowl :( which makes me sad because I loveeeee them so much. Note - i ordered from Uber eats and did not visit the restaurant in person.

I would say that this place is a tasty secret to a lot of people who never make it over herre to…read moreDivision or Puerto Rico... We parked in the neighborhood and walked around a bit and I like how the people really celebrate their culture here, with all of the flags, decorations, huge murals, etc... There is an exodus of the younger generation leaving the island to go elsewhere, mainly the US mainland...So, when you find a place like Papa's, which is very authentic, come back here, again and again...I think the mainly Puerto Rican clientele shows how legit their flavors are. We started off with the following: - chicken salad, which was full Of flavor and very meaty - the steak Jibarito with garlic butter sauce was incredibly great, this was an awesome sandwich and I'll probably order double meat next time - Maduros - very sweet plantains and could be a dessert - pollo chon (chicken lechon), flavored just right, juicy, tasty and pretty huge The service was inviting and thank you Pana, who was talking with us as we were waiting for them to open their doors for lunch.... Hope to make it to Puerto Rico one day!!

We came here on a festival day and the place was packed. We had 6 people and were told 20 minutes…read morebut it was an hour. While I think they should have been a little more realistic on the time, I also understand it is not an exact science and don't blame them for this wait. I had the lechon platter. The dark meat portion was fabulous but the light meat portion was dry. Both the sweet plantains and salty chip versions were yummy. The rest of my family enjoyed their sandwiches and platters. The service was decent and friendly, even with the crowds.

I know they are soon moving locations and expanding, which is well deserved. Whether or not this…read morereview travels to that new location, I guess time will tell, but what I can tell you right now is that the move is well-deserved. A beautiful little place, tucked away in a cozy corner of a small shopping center, you'd never expect such flavors and such an escape. With a larger place, walk ins would probably be handled fine. When I went, we felt lucky showing up when we did, as it soon filled up inside, such that a couple had to be turned away at the door. Plantain soup. It was a special, and special it was. The drinks were equally phenomenal. And the service was delightful. Itching to go back before they make their move.

Marina's Bistro & Rum Bar in Chicago was such a fun night out. The Puerto Rican menu is very…read moreauthentic and made with care, and the rum cocktails were delicious. The vibe is lively and colorful without being over the top, service was warm and attentive, and were happy they had Medalla beer. I do have some feedback on the lighting- it's a tad too bright for a dinner setting. Removing one of the chandeliers or switching the bulbs to warmer, dimmable bulbs might elevate the vibe.

We have been wanting to check out Borinquen once I found out about it from my coworker and my…read morepartner searched it up on TikTok! We decided to go finally and we were not let down. The food was so delicious and flavorful. The inside of the restaurant was cute and cozy inside and it wasn't too busy either so we didn't have to wait long for our food either. Looking forward to coming here again!

The vibes were off here. The staff was polite yet I somehow did not feel welcome. The sandwiches…read morewere tasty, and I enjoyed the appetizers. The flavors were good, but the food was dry. I asked for any sauces for my sandwich, and we were given hot sauce and the mayo catsup mixture in a bottle. All in all, it was a relaxing time. I would hate to be there if it were busy. It's a smaller space. I would eat here again, but I am not rushing to come back.

Ponce Restaurant is my go-to when I visit Chicago…read more They have very affordable and truly authentic Puerto Rican food. They always have fairly fast and very friendly service with a low key vibe. Today, they surpassed expectations. I ordered the bistek Jibarito with rice and beans, a chicken patelillo, morcilla, relleno de papa, and mofongo. The Jibarito was probably one of the best I've had there. While I am not a fan of morcilla, theirs was actually ok for me. Nicely peppered too. Great experience for the whole fam.

Moved out of the area about a few years ago and I missed this place! Finally was able to come…read morecheck them out again as mom and I were craving some Jibarito. They haven't missed a beat. Still the best jibarito in Chicago in my opinion. I love that the steak is crisp yet still tender, and not rubbery. Their arroz con gandules is so flavorful and not dry like others I have tasted. Fried chicken is still fire!!!! Very chill and relaxed atmosphere with some reggaeton music playing in the background. Our servers were great and attentive. Highly recommend this restaurant!

The chicken stew was delicious! My son and I came for lunch and we both enjoyed our food. I would…read moredefinitely come back next time I'm in Chicago.

It's not abuelita's but it is pretty darn close! Ordered mofongo with pork and with arroz con…read moregandules--it was served with a simple lettuce and tomato salad and avocado slices, just like my abuelita serves it! When I saw the plate with those small extra touches I knew it was going to be good. And I was not disappointed. I could smell the garlic when the food arrived and it tasted delicious! Alcapurrias were yummy, too!! The place was very sweetly decorated with some beautiful photos from La Isla and an awesome mural map of PR. It is casual dining but felt homey and you can tell a lot of thought, feeling, and pride went into the space, just like the

Amazing homemade food and welcoming atmosphere. We came…read morehere at 620 not knowing they close at 7 but we were warmly welcomed in to have a seat anyways. We ordered the Papa Rellena and an Empanada to start with their homemade version of pique to dip eeeverything in. Very yummy and fresh - we had to wait for the empanada so they could make it fresh which was very kind due to the proximity to closing time. For mains my partner got the Steak Jibarito, which he has never had living in Chicago all his life! He loved it but decided he would prefer the sandwich on classic bread next time as it was very delicious, and a fun experience to try swapping the bread! I ordered the roasted chicken with sides of amazing homemade beans and my all time favorite, maduros! I actually suggested we come here because I had been craving maduros with rice and beans for so long now! Washed it all down with a Coco Rico which I loved because i'm crazy for all things coconut. What a joy it was to have dinner here! So clean and cozy and the family running is very sweet to us. I'm excited to come back and work through some more menu items! They have a lot of amazing options and i'm excited to get some mofongo next time! Support your local businesses, especially this one if you're in West Town! P.s. sorry for the no photos- we devoured everything as soon as it came out so that we would be in and out in a respectful amount of time, and no phones on dinner dates!

It breaks my heart when an establishment doesn't stay as it eas years ago. I ordered bacalao en…read morevianda ensalada on a Friday, been doing this for over 40+ years. Take out this time. I was a little disturbed ti see the co trainers have been downsized and the flavor didnt quite deliver as in past. The container is no longer in a large aluminum circular container, jow its in a small square Styrofoam container. I got it home and put the food inside the circular aluminum container to compare, and there was defintely a big difference. Even rhe yesterday has changed, it had a lot of purple cabbage and very little bacalao. Truly disappointed as I have been coming here since my teen years. I hope it was a flook with rhe taste so ill try again in a few weeks, but the price and size does not match.

The food is very good. The taste says it all…read more Christian music. Very good service. You can dine in or take out.

I live in California and where I live don't have Puerto Rican food. Everything was good. The…read moreworkers very nice and they help me. The place need to be better. Looks old and not too clean. It needs to be upgraded and welcoming. Other than that it is delicious. I do recommend.