Every dish I ordered was packed with flavor! The empanada crust was amazing, and the mofongo and…read morepernil were so rich and delicious with that garlic and adobo. Even the side salad dressing was tasty times with its vibrant citrus flavor. I can't help but start thinking about what I'm ordering next!

BFF is Puerto Rican and we've been to Phoenix Coqui before but not this establishment. Upon…read morearrival, our server was waiting at the door for us to enter. The restaurant is a very good size with lots of room and tables available. The decor is that of PR culture which is very colorful and bright. We started off with canoa which is a plantain stuffed with ground beef and cheese. It was very hot and delicious! For our "platos principals" (main entrees) I had the pechuga de pollo (chicken breast with grilled onions) with mofongo as my side (also comes with a side salad). It was very tasty and not dry at all. BFF had the pernil (pulled pork) with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas) as his side which also came with a side salad. For dessert we shared the tembleque which is a coconut pudding but not in the traditional sense of pudding (more like a jelly texture). BFF also ordered coquito (holiday rum drink) & apparently our server (Sophia) omitted the rum so the owner came by and offered a fresh glass. Speaking of, everything was wonderful except that Sophia seemed to have a bit of a poor attitude as she wasn't too friendly. I'd like to give her the benefit of the doubt as perhaps she wasn't feeling well but out of the corner of my eye she had this almost "eyeroll" look. Perhaps she just didn't want to be there (she was friendly upon us leaving and thanked us). Anyway, I highly recommend this establishment. Both food and ambience was great and the service was too.

Stopped by this food truck at the Melrose Street Fair today. They have great customer service and…read moretell you exactly how long to expect your food to come out. This is the craving I never knew I had. They have a very limited menu but don't let that discourage you. They have 4 types of empanadas, and a few choices of sides including French fries which are very well seasoned. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak and the ground beef and potatoes empanadas. They were both made with fresh ingredients, well seasoned and a nice and flaky crust. The meat is very juicy and not dry which is sometimes an issue when frying. I definitely recommend the Philly cheesesteak empanadas. A must try and my favorite hands down. They also have a veggie empanada for those who are vegetarian. Go find them on Facebook and Instagram! Support a veteran business.

My newest craving that so frequently demands to be satisfied: delectable Puerto Rican style…read moreempanadas with a flaky crust, made so well by the guys at the Empajuanas food truck. My current favorites are the more classic beef and potato empanada and the Philly cheesesteak empanada, one of their creative variations. The food truck operates from Friday to Sunday, around 5 pm to midnight near the entrance of The Rock bar in the Melrose district. They cater as well and orders can be taken online or from the food truck itself.

One of THE best authentic Puerto Rico locations out there in Arizona !…read more Eating this makes you feel right at home that you wouldn't want to be anywhere else ! Seasoned to perfection, A ton of options, atmosphere is that of the Caribbean islands in the middle of Arizona ") Don't miss out on this delicious choices of what puerto rico cuisine has to offer with excellent service to boot!!! I will be here more than a few time per month!!!

I will forever be thankful for having a local Puerto Rican food restaurant near me. I love the…read moremenu options for entrees, sandwiches, appetizers and desserts. The vibe and music when you enter, is also so inviting and reminds me of my family's homeland. I highly recommend trying their food and I am confident you'll come back for more.

Very fresh and good food! We went with the chicharrones de pollo and patelitos. Loved the…read morechicharrones de pollo; not too greasy, good acidity, and good crunch while still being juicy. Tostones were also very good, although I think the ratio of chicken to tostones was off. The pastelitos were also good but barely filled, which is why I subtracted a star. If they had more filling, easily 5 stars. I also think the chicharron plates could use a fresh element to cut down the all fried part. Service was timely and the (i presume) owner was nice both times we called. Pickup was also very easy from the window. Overall, I would definitely come back!

I don't know where these five stars came from unless the day I ordered I was unlucky. I love…read moreChicharrón and especially when I go back to Miami, I definitely make sure I get my fix there. I got three orders of chicharrón that came with Tostones. Each order was $20. I ordered it through DoorDash to be delivered. I should've taken pictures but forgot but what I got was a joke. In the order was three pieces of Chicharron and the Tostones. The Chicharron barely had any meat and it wasn't that tender. Very very disappointed and honestly a little upset for the price I paid. I definitely will not be coming back.

i ended up doordashing from this restaurant last december, and i've never been happier with a…read moredecision in my life! given that this my first run with puerto rican food, i was excited as hell. i ordered the pernil (roasted shredded pork) with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas), and i got fried plantains with a beef and cheese empanada on the side. ordering a side of salad is optional via doordash, but trust me, you'll need something to cut through the richness of the rest of the food. overall, the food was pretty damn amazing and i was more than satisfied with my order. can't say much about the service since i haven't been to the physical location, but the person who dashed me my order was more than stellar. as for the ambiance, that's to be determined; however, i'd imagine it's as great as the food.

Just tried the empanadas at BoriquaSpot and I'm seriously impressed. The ground beef was seasoned…read moreperfectly--super flavorful without being overpowering--and the crust had that rich, homemade taste that makes you want another one immediately. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. Definitely coming back for more!

You know when food is soo good and leaves a great taste in your mouth and you can't stop eating?…read moreWe'll let me tell you this right here is it. It almost brought me to tears, it's soo good! This was our first time. Come to find out, he is here every weekend, except certain holidays. "Solo" gave us a sample of Pernil (pulled pork) and gandule rice. Just one taste and I was hooked line and sinker. The flavors were spot on, the pork moist and tender. We also ordered one empanada filled with ground beef and veggies. It had the flavors of a pastele. Also ordered Tostone- green fried plantain which came with two dipping sauces. Garlic oil and Mayo/ketchup. Overall, excellent boricua flavors. The owner and his assistant are so welcoming. This is a food truck. There are outdoor chairs and table, but of course we picked a windy day. He is located in a dirt parking lot behind Grace Church. We sat in our car to enjoy our food. There were other food trucks setting up for the evening as well.

I agree, always a taste of Home for my honey. After 2 years and having everything on the menu…read moremultiple times, we can say, you won't find better PR food in Arizona! Promise you won't be disappointed

Great food! Super flavorful! The service was great. The prices are very reasonable. The portions…read morewere great. My son and I had breakfast there! It was clean and very inviting! When I'm in the West Valley, I'll definitely be back! :)

I've been following Pete for some time now. It's not common to find great Puerto Rican food in the…read moredesert of Arizona. I called in an order of a dozen Pastales for the holidays to pick up. Pete made it happen the next day!! While waiting I ordered the Vegetarian Plate which included Rice and beans, and fried green bananas. So delicious. The food is consistently full of flavor. The service was pleasant. This location is in a Recreation Center parallel to the Bowling Alley.

wow was this place was scrumptious, the lady taking the money had outstanding customer service…read moreskills, she made you feel at home so fast and she answered all my questions effortlessly, i got the soy empanada plate which she said she liked better than the beef and the soy one was so flavorful especially with the green sauce, i finished the whole plate fast and i tried the coconut soda which was yummy if you like coconut, my toddler really liked the rice too, overall amazing experience and i would definitely eat here again

Spectacular! Empanada is fresh and flavorful. The salsa makes it somethin' special along side with…read moreit. Crisp, tasty, spiced beefy, perfect proportion combo. For realz. The mac salad is stellar, really out of this world delicious. Had to be my fav.. mac salad. Creamy and slightly tangy, but just perfection. Never change that recipe! The mac salad with the yellow rice seemed to complement each other just right. Two adults split the empanada meal, so for $14 it's a real steal. Thank u for creating these delicious delicacies. Sorry, No pics posted bc we ate it all and licked the plate clean.... :) And the folks workin' the truck def interacted with our PHX community that are genuine, sincere, pros, and friendly! A+++

The FOOD is amazing! As A Puerto Rican having our family ethnicity to eat, social, laugh is…read moreamazing!!! SERVICES are amazingly comforting! They are so friendly & love to see their regular customers and new customers who become friends!!! AMBIANCE, can't wait to see them again!!! The weather is dangerous for anyone outside!!! See You All Again Soon!

Michael was very helpful The food was amazing…read more My family and I ordered lots of food and everything was amazing. Rellanos de Papa, Vegetarian Mofongo, Bistec Encebollado, Empanadas, Tostones. Everything was delicious and amazing. We will definitely be back

Smiths on 7th was a pleasant surprise. They have HH until 7p. Its a good deal for draft beers. It…read morewasn't too busy on a Wednesday evening. I initially showed up for trivia, however, it was canceled that day. Regardless, I was still able to catch some sports on the TV. Overall, I liked the aesthetic, there was a pool table, couches, little areas for groups and a long bar. They also have some board games. I only didnt get to experience the karaoke room. After HH, I tried the medlock place from the summer menu. Very refreshing. All in all the bar tender got on with everyone and I would definitely recommend visiting this neighborhood bar.

No food here. Great…read moreservice from Tiffany ! Good happy hour! A nice dive type bar with locals that are nice peeps !