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    Platos

    3.7 (749 reviews)
    ModerateLatin American
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Shrimp, octopus and onions. The menu said it included lobster and conch fish. There was none. Too pricey for this.
    Monica a.

    It was mid afternoon and only a couple of tables were occupied. The food was good. My complaint is I ordered the seafood salad. It listed lobster and conch fish in it along with shrimp and octopus. I had been preoccupied chatting with my partner while eating when I realized mid-meal that the salad mix only consisted of shrimp and octopus. For the hefty price, I didn't think it was worth it. If they were out of those ingredients, they just could've informed me and I would've ordered something else instead. I'm not a fan of returning things or complaining at all restaurant. Too afraid of what the kitchen does to complainer's food after that. Won't be going back given there are a lot of places to choose from to dine at in the area.

    Arista W.

    Platos has some amazing authentic Puerto Rican food and it made me so happy! I love good food and you can tell the chef made everything with love. The service was great, and our food came out in a timely manner. Lots of seating and it was clean! Plenty of space for big parties or date night. If you're in the area this is some of the best food I had while in San Juan! Check them out, the food did not disappoint!

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    Philip Z.

    Remains a 3 Star restaurant, at best. Ambience is pretty nice, but the difference in the servers can be extreme. Food is just okay; if you want delicious, Metropol across the street is the place. If you want delicious and less expensive, it's Diego's, just a few steps west.

    Looks better thank it taste
    Ariel M.

    The service and the ambiance was nice but when it came to the dinner and appetizers very disappointing. The bacalaito with the imitation crabmeat was disappointing the fritters seemed to be pre made and then reheated, I had a Mofongo to the waitress advice it was no green plantain so I guess I can blame myself for choosing it. My wife had white rice with beans and the beans had absolutely no flavor and was very runny , no substance no flavor. It was as of the opened the can and just heated with no seasoning then the fried pork was awful it had no seasoning either. Not sure but would not go back to this place again.

    Char I.

    Okay service leaves a lot to be desired When I entered the empty restaurant mind you there 3 people seated at the tables It took about 5 mins for someone to greet me when I walked in and there were several employees just standing around doing nothing. Eventually a person that I guess was the hostess approaches me and I suppose her English wasn't good and when she asked me if I wanted to sit at the bar, I tell her I would like to sit at a table and she goes and gets a lady in a dress that I can only assume is the manager and she asks me the same question...and I respond I'd like to sit at the table. Strange interaction. Again 5-10 mins goes by before anyone comes to my table. I am again looking around the empty restaurant and eventually a waiter approaches the table... I ordered shrimp monfogo and rice. The waiter stated the rice had chicken sausage in it and I asked if it could be removed and he said yes. And yet it arrived to the table full of meat. The shrimp monfogo was gross. And overall the food tasted like it was made with hate. Service here sucked real bad from start to finish. The lackadaisical waiter that was taking my order brought my ticket and then had me walk to the back and pay what the actual curse word?? That was bizarre and the employee sitting at the register waited to finish her text message before accepting my payment. I left a 15% tip but truly he deserved nothing that was disservice with crappy food and a bunch of employees with a sunken disposition. Folks don't dine here. Bad service, bad vibes. There's too loud live music being performed by a strange man with a BAD wig.

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    Nicole G.

    This was my first time trying Monfongo and I got to do it in Puerto Rico! It was delicioso!! I wasn't sure what to expect but they did not disappoint. I'm excited to try it with shrimp next time. The service was ok as there was only me and a few others at the time. The Queso Frita was good. I had that before but this was a bit different. Not the best but not the worst..Meh. Overall great experience and a great meal.

    Rosie R.

    Platos is a solid choice for Puerto Rican cuisine in Isla Verde if you're looking for flavorful local dishes, generous portions, and a relaxed tropical vibe with drinks. This was my first visit & it definitely won't be my last! The service was 10 stars (sorry forgot our servers name) foo came at a timely manner, he was very attentive. Zero complaints !

    Monfongo de Pollo/ Chicken
    Melissa P.

    The monfongo here is a must have either the salsa criolla. The coconut sangria is amazing and after 1 I was already feeling it. The portions are big and filling. The happy hour they had $5 Jameson my finance had it with coconut water. Definitely a place worth checking out. Salsa music was playing and it was relaxing. We came with our baby and they were very attentive and accommodating, would come here again.

    Vijay A.

    Amazing Puerto Rican vibes. There was live music on Thanksgiving night. Food was great and everything was delicious. Coconut flan is a must try!

    Alcapurrias, rice and bean; chicarron de pollo with rice and bewns
    Nadia A.

    Was looking for an authentic place near by our Airbnb and decided to come here as I don't recall every eating here in all the times I've visited PR. We came human nd it was pretty empty, sat side right away and as wasn't too hungry I went with a side of rice and beans and some alcapurrias. Service was attentive and quick and my dishes were pretty good I was content. My boyfriend on the other hand was not happy with bis chicarron as he does like them a certain way and they were not made fried. He was disappointed and explained as they were more stew like. He did not finish the meal and would not really want to come back. Decent spot but overall not impressed.

    Mofongos with chicken (pollo)
    Crystal G.

    We wanted to eat something but after an afternoon of touring we didn't feel like traveling very far. We decided to try this restaurant and eat something authentic Puerto Rican food. Best decision ever. The wait-person suggested I try Mofongos, which I had never heard of before. I opted for the dish with added chicken, and now it is a new favorite. Service was excellent and the room was very festively decorated. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    Jon B.

    This was a great establishment the food was delicious and fresh to order. The service was excellent attentive and welcoming. The ambiance was beautiful though on a busy street was full of art and decor that captures the feeling of being on an island . The only thing I kinda missed was some music to increase the vibe

    Skirt steak mofongo, green plantains, garlic sauce
    Nate T.

    I needed more authentic Puerto Rican food and found this place cause of the wonderful Yelp app. It was not far from my hotel so it was an easy decision. Sat at the bar and immediately the service was great. The place was pretty packed and made the vibe that much better. The decor was a mixture of local art and posters of famous people as well as good music playing in the background. I went with the bartenders suggestion for food. Got the chicken empanadas and the seafood croquettes. They were so damn delicious! For my main entree, I got the skirt steak mofongo with green plantains and garlic sauce. Another dish I left nothing behind. Must visit if you're ever in the PR

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    Would recommend for their arepas for an appetizer and the fried snapper was delicious. Had friendly staff and great service.

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