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I stop here every time I'm in town which is often. The pinchos are always fresh and amazing. The pastellios are amazing as well as the alcapurrias and bacalaitos. Their food is delicious as well and they're open really late most nights. The beers are cold and the drinks are flowing. I love the vibes and all of the beautiful people who I get to vibe amongst. The snapper and mofongo is a must also! The lobster is chunky as well.
Puerta Del Mar is a local restaurant and grill on the beach featuring traditional Puerto Rican beachgoing grilled and fried foods and more traditional options in the restaurant. My wife and I got there around noon but they were just firing up the grill. So we order a few fried options first: Bolitas de Queso, Arepas de Coco, Alcapurria with Crab, and an Empanada de Pizza. They were all delicious! The Bolitas de Queso were lightly crip and airy with super gooey cheese inside. The Arepas de Coco were soft and freshly baked with a hint of coconut sweetness. The Alcapurria with Crab was crisp on the outside, savory, smoky and filled with tender shredded briny crab in flavorful seasoning. The Empanada de Pizza had a soft doughy shell filled with a nice tomato and cheesy mixture inside. Once the first round of Pinchos were cooked we also had my favorite option here: Pinchos de Pollo. The chicken skewers were large, super tender, smokey and lightly marinated in a sweet bbq sauce. Overall, Puerta del Mar is a must visit.
Hands down the best food in Piñones. We've been here multiple times. The service and ambiance is unbelievable! If you want an authentic taste of PR this is the spot to be. From the best alcapurria to fresh cocos, drinks from the bar, and food is great. The pionono and pinchos were both the bomb!! Can't beat the ocean view here either!
Very delicious Was a little lost at first there are a few food places in the area but settled on this area !!!!!! Rhe chicken on the sticks was FIREEEEE legit amazing Ordered oysters and Pina colada's the oysters were ok.... I'm from Vegas so I've had better and traveled Burt the chicken was the best I would def go just for that
This restaurant has great food! Drinks are delicious and refreshing. Shrimp pasta was amazing and had 8 Huge shrimp in it. The red snapper was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately the whole experience was ruined by the Server! He literally made our dining experience terrible. It was my husband's birthday so he got to choose where he wanted to go. We live here so we really wanted to try a different place to go. This server could not have cared less about taking our order, never checked in with us about our food. I told him that it was my husband's birthday and he never even acknowledged it. I saw that there was cheesecake on the menu and I wanted to order it as his birthday cake. He just said no cheesecake, I mentioned that it was on the menu and he just said " no".? I was a waitress for many years and this man had no idea how to make your dining experience horrible. Another table with 5 girls arrived and that was the end of his attention to us even less! Again, the food is great, nice vibe but the service was awful!
The food was okay. One of three of our alcapirrias had a lot of mass chunks. There was no service when we went. You just head over to the counter and order the food. The location had a lot of empty tables that needed cleaning. However, some local birds called "changos" were taking care of the cleaning. The location is close to the beach, and it gives it a classic "chincorro" vibe.
Puertas del Mar in Puerto Rico offers a delightful culinary experience that instantly transports diners to the vibrant atmosphere of African street food markets. The food is not only delicious but also evokes a sense of authenticity and adventure, reminiscent of the rich and diverse flavors found in African cuisine. What sets this restaurant apart is its impeccable cleanliness, friendly service, and the freshness of its ingredients. Each dish is carefully prepared and presented, ensuring that diners enjoy a memorable and satisfying meal. Whether you're a local or a tourist, Puertas del Mar is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in a unique and flavorful dining experience. En Espanol Puertas del Mar en Puerto Rico ofrece una experiencia culinaria deliciosa que transporta instantáneamente a los comensales al vibrante ambiente de los mercados de comida callejera africana. La comida no solo es deliciosa, sino que también evoca un sentido de autenticidad y aventura, recordando los ricos y diversos sabores encontrados en la cocina africana. Lo que distingue a este restaurante es su impecable limpieza, servicio amigable y la frescura de sus ingredientes. Cada plato se prepara y presenta cuidadosamente, asegurando que los comensales disfruten de una comida memorable y satisfactoria. Ya sea que seas local o turista, Puertas del Mar es una visita obligada para cualquiera que busque disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica única y llena de sabor.
3 months ago
I am so surprised I had not given this place a chance before these recent visits. I did not know what I was missing out on. Great customer service, attentive staff, quick delivery of food and amazing flavor to all we had. The seafood, was all so tender and well cooked. The plantains both in mofongo and tostones were made to perfection, and the best of all? The bartender spotted us on a second visit and immediately remembered what we drink, even when it was a month apart. That is the kind of service that we pay for and I am now recommending this place to all my friends right in front of the beautiful ocean and with ample parking. read more
Review #1,043 Posted on 4.26.26 We stopped here after arriving & getting settled at our room/spot on Wednesday the 22nd. We had seen this spot online a lot & were looking forward to the fried stuff. So when we came, the line wasn't too long, but they were out of bacalaitos which was the main item I wanted to try. They went to make them fresh, which we were looking forward too, it took a bit, but Buddy finally went to the back to fry some fresh ones up. I've got to admit, I was disappointed on how the actual bacalaito delivered. It felt like all bread, I couldn't taste the fish. If the fish was in here, it was one of the more chincier portions I've ever got. Now what saved the day & also blew me away was the Alcapurria de carne. This little thing was on hit, I should've ordered 2. It's like fried plantain, with ground beef inside, the plantain even though fried was extremely soft. I'd come back & eat here 100%, a must when visiting the PR. read more
Tasty food. Almost all fried. 3.5 stars really - can't rate a place like this 4 or 5. It's fast, easy food. Loud (really) atmosphere at 7:45p on a Friday night. Fun to hear all the laughter and levity. Had the pollo kebabs, cod fritter, shrimp tacos, beef taco, beef empanadas, and beef alcapurrias. Service was non existent. Order and carry to your table. However, the cashier spoke basically no English. We survived and so will you! read more
I stop here every time I'm in town which is often. The pinchos are always fresh and amazing. The pastellios are amazing as well as the alcapurrias and bacalaitos. Their food is delicious as well and they're open really late most nights. The beers are cold and the drinks are flowing. I love the vibes and all of the beautiful people who I get to vibe amongst. The snapper and mofongo is a must also! The lobster is chunky as well. read more
7 months ago
9 months ago
Puerta Del Mar is a local restaurant and grill on the beach featuring traditional Puerto Rican beachgoing grilled and fried foods and more traditional options in the restaurant. My wife and I got there around noon but they were just firing up the grill. So we order a few fried options first: Bolitas de Queso, Arepas de Coco, Alcapurria with Crab, and an Empanada de Pizza. They were all delicious! The Bolitas de Queso were lightly crip and airy with super gooey cheese inside. The Arepas de Coco were soft and freshly baked with a hint of coconut sweetness. The Alcapurria with Crab was crisp on the outside, savory, smoky and filled with tender shredded briny crab in flavorful seasoning. The Empanada de Pizza had a soft doughy shell filled with a nice tomato and cheesy mixture inside. Once the first round of Pinchos were cooked we also had my favorite option here: Pinchos de Pollo. The chicken skewers were large, super tender, smokey and lightly marinated in a sweet bbq sauce. Overall, Puerta del Mar is a must visit. read more
Hands down the best food in Piñones. We've been here multiple times. The service and ambiance is unbelievable! If you want an authentic taste of PR this is the spot to be. From the best alcapurria to fresh cocos, drinks from the bar, and food is great. The pionono and pinchos were both the bomb!! Can't beat the ocean view here either! read more
7 months ago
The food was fantastic! And the bar drinks were superb! Great view of the ocean and close to the airport for a quick snack after a long flight! read more
9 months ago
If you want a taste of Puerto Rico definitely a restaurant to try! Food was delicious and the ambiance and service was amazing! read more
Very delicious Was a little lost at first there are a few food places in the area but settled on this area !!!!!! Rhe chicken on the sticks was FIREEEEE legit amazing Ordered oysters and Pina colada's the oysters were ok.... I'm from Vegas so I've had better and traveled Burt the chicken was the best I would def go just for that read more
3 months ago
This restaurant has great food! Drinks are delicious and refreshing. Shrimp pasta was amazing and had 8 Huge shrimp in it. The red snapper was cooked perfectly. Unfortunately the whole experience was ruined by the Server! He literally made our dining experience terrible. It was my husband's birthday so he got to choose where he wanted to go. We live here so we really wanted to try a different place to go. This server could not have cared less about taking our order, never checked in with us about our food. I told him that it was my husband's birthday and he never even acknowledged it. I saw that there was cheesecake on the menu and I wanted to order it as his birthday cake. He just said no cheesecake, I mentioned that it was on the menu and he just said " no".? I was a waitress for many years and this man had no idea how to make your dining experience horrible. Another table with 5 girls arrived and that was the end of his attention to us even less! Again, the food is great, nice vibe but the service was awful! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
Good chicken skewers .. denitely recommend this place opens at 12. People already lined up .. close to access to the beach .. soak and eat also have fresh coconut.. good service this is a must try off the beaten path though. read more
2 years ago
The food was okay. One of three of our alcapirrias had a lot of mass chunks. There was no service when we went. You just head over to the counter and order the food. The location had a lot of empty tables that needed cleaning. However, some local birds called "changos" were taking care of the cleaning. The location is close to the beach, and it gives it a classic "chincorro" vibe. read more
Was a little iffy when I order this because I ordered it from door dash to my hotel, BUT this was the BEST Red Snapper I have tasted in a long time. I order it for my wife but let's just say I ate half of it !!!! VERYYYYY FRESH read more
Puertas del Mar in Puerto Rico offers a delightful culinary experience that instantly transports diners to the vibrant atmosphere of African street food markets. The food is not only delicious but also evokes a sense of authenticity and adventure, reminiscent of the rich and diverse flavors found in African cuisine. What sets this restaurant apart is its impeccable cleanliness, friendly service, and the freshness of its ingredients. Each dish is carefully prepared and presented, ensuring that diners enjoy a memorable and satisfying meal. Whether you're a local or a tourist, Puertas del Mar is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in a unique and flavorful dining experience. En Espanol Puertas del Mar en Puerto Rico ofrece una experiencia culinaria deliciosa que transporta instantáneamente a los comensales al vibrante ambiente de los mercados de comida callejera africana. La comida no solo es deliciosa, sino que también evoca un sentido de autenticidad y aventura, recordando los ricos y diversos sabores encontrados en la cocina africana. Lo que distingue a este restaurante es su impecable limpieza, servicio amigable y la frescura de sus ingredientes. Cada plato se prepara y presenta cuidadosamente, asegurando que los comensales disfruten de una comida memorable y satisfactoria. Ya sea que seas local o turista, Puertas del Mar es una visita obligada para cualquiera que busque disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica única y llena de sabor. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
2 years ago
Probably one of the best red snappers I've had in a long time. I've had this in other countries but this one didn't dry out. Cooked to perfection. Place is underrated. Great views of the ocean. read more
3 years ago
First time trying this place in Pinones Puerto Rico - it is ALWAYS crowded in this area and extremely busy. Came here before coming back home and so glad I did because I had one of the best mofongos I've ever had. It wasn't super fried, wasn't greasy, and it was flavored extremely well! I didn't need to order any sauce for it, the mofongo alone had garlic taste and that was all I needed. It wasn't dry AT ALL. I had this accompanied with the bistec encebollado - the steak was seasoned very well although it could've been slow cooked a little bit more just so it could be a little softer. This chillo frito pictured is the medium size. Delicious. Really, can not go wrong with ordering this especially here. Rice and beans were also very good. Will definitely be back the next time we visit read more
2 years ago
Service was amazing, ambiance was breath taking, the food was very good. The drinks were well poured. We tried the pollo frito, steak mofongo, pork chops, tostones, sweet plantains and the margaritas. We enjoyed everything. read more
2 years ago
Amazing place for a quick bite to eat and fill the tank, food is amazing and the ambiance was fit for a party service was quick and easy!!! read more
2 years ago
Food - 8/10 their chicken shish kebabs are amazing and definitely recommended Service - they seem like very nice people. Ambiance - it's right on the beach there is many other options available next to the store as well as a convenience store read more
2 years ago
Food is good, well seasoned and tasty, very slow service, I think it's because of so many ppl and hardly any staff. Be prepared for a noisy place and lots to foot and car traffic. Best time to go will be during the day, so you can walk around to the different places. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
2 years ago
We always get the pinchos over here. The drinks and milkshakes are really good as well. A great Dominican spot to eat at in PR with good vibes. read more
3 years ago
This spot is right by the beach. Super busy but I can see why. You walk inside and there's loud music playing, People drinking, eating and enjoying their time. I LOVED the ambiance here. Friendly service, people, Great drinks and food. read more
This is definitely where the locals come and eat! We waited in a 20 minute line to sit, then was told it would be an hour until we get our food. So prepare yourself and get a couple drinks while you wait! Our server was on point despite how busy it was. We tried the pinchos, both the pork and chicken were tasty! The bistec encebollado was a huge portion, and the trifongo it came with was awesome. read more
We saw this place at night and it was happening. We came back for lunch. The chicken on the grill is fantastic. We also had the beef empanadas. Only$10 us. We sat inside and watched fried snapper coming out. It looked delicious also. Very causal on the beach restaurant. Pina colada's we're good too. Very local area . Hard to find parking. Good food area read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
The food here is delicious! When I travel to this area, I spend over $30 on Uber just to come to this place. I'm giving 3 stars because the service sucks. Not sure if they are racist or just rude, but I'm African American and sometimes I wait 15-20 minutes for someone to come take our order. If white or Spanish or other than blacks comes in, they would run to their table while me and my friends wait. They should just put a sign up that says colored people are not allowed, at least that's how I feel for every visit. First I thought it's because they are busy, but same treatment every time and they were not busy today. read more
2 years ago
6 years ago
Noise restaurant in front of the blue Caribbean see, smell to bbq and delicious sea food, people speaking drinking medalla beer so great ambience. The food is good and the ves service. Como and enjoy the mofongo stuffed with shrimp. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
We were craving a nice pulpo salad (octopus) and our uber driver recommended us here. This part of the island is known for their fried goodies and seafood in little hut type buildings. We quickly sat down and ordered food. We had the king crab salad, clams, octopus salad and a whole lotta other things. Everything was really fresh! The king crab salad portion was really huge. I don't think I took a pic of this but if you like crab I would get it. It's a lot cheaper for what you pay for in the states and better quality. I have to say I tried the popular trifongo which is a take on regular mofongo except with sweet plantains and another root vegetable I can't remember now. I have to say I wasn't a fan of the sweet. For me I'll stick to regular good ol mofongo. The food here was good. The prices are great and the view is spectacular! Check out the photo. The view is priceless! read more
5 years ago
This little gem was suggested by a local & im glad we tried it. The best food we had ate on our trip. We were staying in Carolina, it was a short drive over the bridge not even 10 minutes. Even if you have to Uber or take a taxi it is worth it. We had the pinchos (bbq chicken) and the fried snapper & Trifongo. To say the least life changing. The chicken was so good the bbq sauce was amazing, chicken was extremely tender. The fried snapper was so fresh we were told all the seafood at the surrounding restaurants are brought in by the fisherman. I was dying to try trifongo which is ripe plantains, sweet plantain & yuca mixed. So delicious, not dry at all. If you are visiting definitely make a point to come here read more
3 years ago
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Loíza, Puerto Rico 00745
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