Baked grouper was delicious with rice and beans. The…read morechicken soup for $12 is a revitalizing value! Service was exceptional. I will probably eat here both nights I stay in Ponce. Try this place!

Decided to get way from our hotel in Ponce, looked up Rancho Playero on Yelp, pictures were great…read morebut didn't really do justice to the food. The food was phenomenal, fresh, delicious and worth the short travel and price, which was very reasonable. Our waiter who maybe the owner also recommended great dishes, each dish was perfect and no leftovers. We ordered shrimp empanadas to go, no pictures we ate them before we could take them. Place is very casual, easy to find, prices are great food is fantastic. Adventure away from the hotel and come eat here! You will not be disappointed at all. When we come back we will be back here for a meal!!

Everything we ordered was absolute perfection! We started off with empanadillas carne and they were…read moreso crispy & tasty. I ordered the tenderloin filete mofongo mixto (tenderloin steak, mushrooms, onions, red peppers and green peas over mofongo in a brown gravy). Truly delicious!! My husband got the Pechuga Rellena (chicken cordon bleu) and it was the best one we have ever had. Finished up with a tres leches and cortado and could not be happier to have come to La Casa del Chef for our meal! The wait staff was also lovely answering all the questions we had. Plenty of locals enjoying their meals here as well, no surprise at all given the 5 star meal we had

The place was packed! But they had lots of servers and they were attentive. The place was…read morerecommended by my brother who comes here regularly and always has a good experience. We had an assortment of appetizers (all fried but hey, it's Puerto Rico and we fry a lot of things) The temperature of the restaurant was a little too warm for my liking. I think the amount of people there is what made it warm. Food was not elevated cuisine but it was a decent price and good quality. I'd say close to homemade Puerto Rican food. I'd go again. Many plates to choose from with a great variety. Happy that we went:

We were looking for a good restaurant with options for all. This was a great find. The reviews I…read moreread were 100% right! I was nervous, because they were having the three kings celebration around the corner. I thought we wouldn't get a table. It was still early though, so we got seated right away inside. Too hot outside! They took our drink order which came quickly. We ordered the crab croquettes and they were delicious! I had the beef tenderloin and it was fantastic. My daughter had the vista pasta and loved it. My hubby the flank steak. Everything was perfect! The price was in line with the quality of food. Definitely recommend!

Wow! This place is amazing! The food, service and the rooftop views are incredible! The restraints…read moreis really nice, very clean and contemporary. For starters we had some chorizo in wine sauce served with toasted bread. The taste and flavor was amazing, I would literally go back just for this. For my entree I had the churrasco served in a caramelized onion sauce, served with tostones. My girlfriend had the bacalao which she totally loved. On top of the great food the restaurant has the most amazing view of the City of Ponce. We took great landscape photos of the Plaza, Parque de Bombas, the Church and more. We will seguro be back.

Amazing! El servicio excelente, la comida deliciosa y los…read moreprecios super razonables. Si estás en el área de Ponce te lo recomiendo, no te vas a repetir

We wanted a truly local spot to experience some Puerto Rican fare, and this place did not…read moredisappoint. They have a lot of tasty options on the menu, so it took us a bit of time to decide. The owner was very patient and friendly as we mulled o er the choices. I settled on the salmon with yellow rice and beans. My friends both had fried chicken with rice and beans. We chowed down and ate everything. That chicken was so crispy, light, and flavorful. My salmon was cooked to perfection, and the yellow rice was delicious. I also had the chance to enjoy a Pina colada, and it was the best. When I had them before, they were never this good. The restaurant is small but has a good amount of tables. So glad we tried this spot.

The octopus was tuff! The mofongó stuffed with churasco was…read morethe best I ever had! The sauce was amazing, mushroom sauce!

Amazing food. Great costumer service. Definitely would recommend this place. Absolutely loved the…read morefood and the portion was great

We made a reservation and arrived on time, but there was no hostess. A waiter had us wait by the…read moredoor while setting up tables, and after about 10 minutes, he seated another group without reservations before us. When we asked why, he replied with attitude that a reservation only "guarantees a table." Once we were finally seated, no one came to serve us. After another 10 minutes, we left. We came because of good food reviews, but never got the chance to try it. Unfortunately, the service alone was a huge turn-off. No food is worth that kind of treatment. We do not recommend this place. A hard pass.

Best dining experience I've had on the Island so far. Excellent service, beautiful restaurant,…read morespectacular food and drinks. I'm going back tonight!

Some of the best local food we had on our trip! Loved the mofongo with shrimp. Staff were super…read morekind and patient with us. Love the seating area too inside the terrace area. Highly recommend stopping here while in Ponce.

A small stop to Ponce on the way to Johnny's Boat. We…read moreneeded a good lunch so here we are having a quick bite. The place was so cute and calming for the rush. It's a small courtyard bistro with old world charm and good food.

Should you come during early week days then know service is very slow. There is only one waitress…read moreattending and although she is great and does genuinely try her best you must come with patience. The menu is not very diverse and by early afternoon the establishment runs out of a certain type of meet. I suggest to try during peak hours. Enjoy!

Unfortunately did not get to taste the food. It was about 13:30 hrs and they had run out of…read moreeverything except chicken breast. I cane for mofongo...

visite este lugar. Es divino, ame la comida, los trago y el servicio otro nivel. Le recomiendo la…read morepicada colombiana , la bandeja paisa y la Margarita con coronita .

From the owner: Xanadu offers a vibrant fusion of international cuisine, blending Puerto Rican and Colombian…read moreflavors with a Mediterranean-inspired ambiance. Our full bar features three unique bar areas inside the restaurant, each with its own concept and a complete cocktail menu, including 12 signature cocktails. Spread over two floors, the main level serves as a restaurant and bar, while the second floor is a private event space that can accommodate up to 150 guests. We aim to provide an elegant experience, perfect for family dinners, business gatherings, and special events of any kind. Enjoy live music on weekends and ask about our upcoming events for a complete Xanadu experience. Reservations are available through Yelp, and for private events, please contact the restaurant directly.

Excellent neighborhood restaurant. If you're in Ponce, I don't miss this one. Services great food…read moreis outstanding and prices are very fair. Great atmosphere. We have a house close by. This will be our new go to.

Service was fast. Restaurant was busy. The shrimp empanadillas were exceptional. The mofongo with…read moresteak was okay. All and all, I would return and give them another try.