This is a small and simple restaurant in Vieques. Though the ladies spoke very little English, they were warm and friendly. I was able to get by with my basic Spanish. There was not a lot of choices in the menu; we really enjoyed the our food here. The cool breeze and their huge fan also made dining relaxing. The passion fruit juice and tamarind juice were nice (though the ones in Ochocielos in San Juan were tangier). The fishes (colirubia or yellowtail fusilier) were fried very nicely. They served two for each person with rice and beans. Simple yet delicious. They don't have desserts here though. They do not accept credit cards. We were initially told we could also pay with Paypal but this was not working too at that time. Cash is still the easiest way to pay here. read more

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This small restaurant was a great local find. There is a small menu so limited choices, but the food was very good. The staff didn't speak English, but she was extremely friendly and we were able to order just fine. The rice and beans were very good and well seasoned. The chicken had a great bbq flavor. read more

Rancho Choli - Chicken and tostones - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

This small friendly service local spot. It is worth the short walk away from El Malecón if you're looking for authentic Puerto Rican food. The lechón was flavorful, tender, and clearly prepared with care, and the arroz con gandules tasted homemade and comforting. It's not a fancy place, but that's part of the charm--you're getting real local flavors at a neighborhood restaurant. If you want traditional food and don't mind walking a bit off the main strip, this place is a great find. read more

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The food was delicious and the service was very friendly. The owners were very kind. However, I did get 12 mosquito bites, 9 on one leg, while eating there. Highly recommend dousing yourself in DEET before heading here, especially if you're going after 5pm!! The passionfruit and the tamarindo juices were delicious. It's a very casual, rustic setting with chickens roaming the grounds and a cute little dog. read more

We spotted this on yelp and decided to try it out in Vieques. We were staying at Bananas Beach Bar and Guesthouse but their restaurant was closed on Saturday. We were really happy that we found Rancho Choli. This was a block or two away from the beach where most of the other restaurants and food trucks are. It was close to closing, but they were happy to seat us anyway. They were really friendly and genuinely happy to have us as customers. The food was traditional and excellent. The price was a very reasonable. Buena Ganga! Our only disappointment was that we were leaving the next day and couldn't go back for another meal at Rancho Choli. read more

We dined here before our bioluminescent bay kayak. They had run out of chicken and beef, so we ordered mostly fish and crab. They did still have a few "pasteles con pollo" (basically thin tamales with chicken) left. The grouper filet came with tostones (fried mashed Plantains) was very good as was the arroz con yuecas (sp?)--rice with bean soup. Service was very kind and accommodating. All seating was outdoors, behind the restaurant/kicthen. With the colorful decor and patio lights, it made for a pleasant casual island meal! read more

Wonderful traditional Puerto Rican food a block or two from the Malecon. Very cute open patio for dining. I had chicken guisado ( a chicken stew) and rice and both were delicious. I would definitely go back more than once next time I am in Vieques. read more

A wonderful Local home made Latin restaurant ! The owner is friendly , bring us a glass of home made rum ..... the food at here are so fresh and delicious !!!! We will back for sure ! read more

Rancho Choli - Menu - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

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So glad we walked into the neighborhood a bit to eat at this little gem. It was one of the best meals of our trip to Vieques. I had the whole fish, and my son had the chicken hind quarters. It couldn't have been better! Even the rice and beans were perfect. Great setting, as it felt like we were eating at a friend's house. If I return to Vieques, I will certainly return to Rancho Choli. Oh yeah, bring cash! read more

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Food was good but be careful, they basically doubled the price when we went to pay. Watch out for the scam, "the taxes are high" if you're using a card. read more

Rancho Choli - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Staff was friendly but i would recommend to skip the fish . I spent 50$ for a fish dish . Totally overpriced and full of spines . Plantains were mediocre . Also they only have PayPal and even that day wasn't working so we had to go to an atm to get the cash. read more

Rancho Choli - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Delicious and authentic PR fare. We had the chicken pasteles, grouper filet with side of rice, plantains and triple seafood salad. The seafood salad was small for the $26 otherwise everything else was reasonably priced. The outdoor seating area isn't fancy but you're going for the food. read more

Rancho Choli - From front to back: chicken pasteles, grouper with rice, triple seafood salad with fried plantains - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

My 3 friends and I stumbled upon Ranchi Choli a few blocks from our Airbnb in Esperanza, Vieques island. This was the experience we had been hoping for but hadn't found on Vieques until our 4th day here. We had pasteles (shrimp, pork) which are made in banana leaf like Tamales but much softer and made with squash base), whole fish (grouper), chicken, rice, and beans. So absolutely delicious. The family is so friendly. And the passion fruit and tamarind juices great too! Outdoor eating homey yet festive. Highly recommend! read more

Rancho Choli - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Wow!! Wow!! Wow!! Came here on a recommendation by a couple who ate here every night. They weren't wrong. If I had a Puerto Rican grandma, i would hope and imagine this is how she would cook. Wow. Incredible octopus dish. Great hospitality. We were here off season so we had the place to ourselves for lunch. It's also BYOB with a cooler nearby to keep your drinks cool. Very reasonable prices.... They should charge double. Restaurant is a street up from the ocean... cool little garden seating area in the back. We are coming back for the pork on Friday. read more

Rancho Choli - Roasted chicken with rice and beans. - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

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Not many food options on Vieques and this is one of the better ones. Really cute place that's family owned. Food is good and has that home cooked feel to it. Juices are good and I particularly enjoyed the fish we got. Also ordered the chicken, which was nicely cooked as well. I did think the food was overpriced but overall was happy with the meal. read more

Rancho Choli - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Humble local eatery where customer service isn't the strong point. The food is decent. If you're in a hurry, I do not recommend eat here. They do accept paypal payments for what that's worth and no credit cards, possibly ATH debit. read more

Rancho Choli - Shrimp - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

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Delicious, authentic food. Very homemade vibe. I got the pork chop, rice and beans. Others in my family enjoyed the shrimp with garlic, and chicken leg. Service was very welcoming. read more

Rancho Choli - Pork chop, rice and beans - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

Had a wonderful meal. Incredible service and delicious food. Cool breeze blowing through a well shaded patio. No crowds, peace. and authentic food. Enjoyed every bit of food placed in front of us. read more

Service was wonderful, ambiance is great. Like you're eating in your backyard. Food is actually home cooked, very simple and full of flavor. Chef cooks everything according to what's fresh for the day. Highly recommend the arepas if they're available!! Again, simple but extremely satisfying. If you're looking for something that's authentic I suggest you make a stop here. read more

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Incredible roast pork, if they made it the day you visit. Duck fricasee was great. Delicious garlicky mofongo. Best passion fruit juice drink In Esperanza. Menu changes, it's all yummy. Service super friendly Ambiance is very island, cafeteria style almost, which is a great thing! read more

Delicious local food at a great price. It was like having lunch at my Tia's house! Just delicious and authentic Puerto Rican cooking! We had pork chops, fried plantains, rice and beans, and whole fried snapper. It was so delicious. When they told us they had slow roasted pork on the menu the next day, my partner and I immediately agreed that we would return for lunch again! The ambiance of the place is so quaint and charming. Service was attentive. Each table is armed with homemade hot sauce. Just put this place on your list. It will not disappoint. read more

A very unique place in Vieques. Must visit. The pork and seafood is amazing. The owners of the place are we welcoming read more

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The food and service was top notch. We had the fried yellow snapper con arepas, tostones, arroz y habichuelas Owners and staff were so friendly and treated you like family. They served Excellent food with the flavors of the island. read more

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Great option for authentic Puerto Rican food. The locals recommend this place which is a couple blocks from the touristy areas. The roast pork and red snapper were good. Large portions. They don't have any prices posted so ask them first before ordering. Don't expect your meal to be cheap but it will be tasty and authentic. Although I'm not sure, I think their prices might be fluid depending on who you are and how wealthy you look! read more

its where you want to eat in you're in vieques down the street from El malecon eveyones is welcome food cooked to order its just not a restaurant but you're welcome like family. victor Pabon read more

BUYERS BEWARE. Cash only. We stumbled upon this spot since it was the only one open during the off-season (2nd week of August). They do not indicate prices for their dishes, and we should have asked but they insisted on us paying after the meal which should have been our first hint. We ended up have to pay for $20 for grouper filet, $20 for shrimp, side of rice (not included ) is $3, water $1. They ended up charging us for an extra grouper!! The grouper was sweet, flavorful, presentable. The shrimp was very meh. Rice was full of flavor. So overall the taste of the place was good but we were expecting a lower dollar point for the quality / quantity. Our bill came out to $173. There is a nice patio in the back with several tables and also bathrooms (with no running water to flush or wash your hands). Appeared like their dog was also nearby the tables, not begging but chilling out. read more

Best food we had hands down in Vieques. Authentic food made by the nicest local people. Casual vibes, order at window and sit outside. Make sure you get the erapas. read more

Rancho Choli - Lobster - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

We had lunch here today. A warm mixed salad of conch, octopus, and shrimp. Fabulous! Tamarind juice, also great. And a treat from Cholo: baccalaoita (salt cod, peppers, and flour. The food was great. The people were friendly. Everything was terrific. Forget Bananas and Duffy's. This is real Puerto Rico! read more

My partner and I had great experiences at Rancho Choli! It has been our favorite place to eat in Vieques during our trip. All of the staff were very kind and seemed to appreciate our attempts at spanish, even though we are just learning and probably sound pretty silly. The arepas, whole fish, and chicken stew we got here left us with a very happy tummies and the comfortable outdoor seating and friendly people left us with happy hearts. read more

I rarely write reviews but after the meal I just had I felt the need to write. This little family owned restaurant off the main area of Esperanza on Viequez was a surprise. I had a grouper fillet with a light garlic sauce and white rice and kidney beans which was in a delicious light sauce. The grouper was perfect. It was moist and flakey. The rice wasn't dry. Everyone was authentically welcoming. This was a very different atmosphere than the restaurant s on the melecon at the beach just 1 1/2 blocks away. read more

Family run. Great fresh roast pork. Pigeon beans and rice great. Choli s family is friendly. We do takeout there regularily. Breadfruit, arepas, great. Havent tri4d the chicken,yet. read more

Very good food! I wanted to go here as it was a bit off main street. I got squid (pulpo) with rice and beans and sweet plantains ($13). Squid was a bit chewy and platanos weren't as ripe so that's the only reason for 4 stars. I heard the fish was really good though. Staff was very nice and service was quick. I definitely recommend this place if you're in Esperanza! read more

Rancho Choli - Pulpo, arroz, frijoles, platanos - Latin American Near Me - Vieques, Puerto Rico

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Authentic! Very nice people...food was great. Food was a little pricey, but I feel you definitely get what you pay for. Highly recommend! read more

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Taste terrible, no fresh food we were visiting the island and got sick. Since we saw the food we knew that was a mistake to eat in that place. Nos recomendaron un plato de pulpo y Camaron para 2 $35, no importa el precio pero fue tirar el dinero no comimos nada se veia y sabia horrible, no estaba fresco y tenia mal color y olor​ read more

Looking for authentic Puerto Rican food. Rancho Choli in Esperanza on the island of Vieques is the spot. Great food and fast service Take out or sit in. I love the fresh snapper, tostones, rice and beans, Best of all are the arepas ( fried dough). Authentic PR food Great place to try out. read more

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A little find outside of town. Great back yard setting and super friendly staff. Good size meals, more dinner sizes and at dinner prices. Good tasty and fresh would've preferred smaller sizes at lunch! read more

By far the most authentic and delicious food in Esperanza! We discovered it less than a day ago and have been two times. Very welcoming and inviting space!! read more

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Awesome local food, friendly service and an outdoor patio. Had the Pulpo plus tostones. Friends had the grilled fish.

Was highly referred to visit Rancho Choli by two local men . Our bill was $72.00 as if this was a Five Star Restaurant. The white rice red beans and breaded steak cooked in fish oil and fried plantains in same oil. Simply because we are from the out of state and not a local we where over charged. That's probably why the prices are not on the board next to food. Highway robbery total disappointment and upset. We felt it necessary to let other visitors of what occurred to us. read more

Terrible food and they don't understand English at all. The food is very very overpriced definitely not recommend. Seems like they like to rip off visitors! read more