El Yunque and the Northeast Restaurants

Some restaurants carry the tourist board's meson gastronómico designation. Such establishments specialize in typical island food. The eastern region has both formal restaurants, where reservations are necessary, and casual beachside eateries, where you can walk in unannounced in beach attire and have a fine meal of fresh fish. Bills generally don't include service charges, so a 15% tip is customary and expected. Most restaurants are open for dinner from late afternoon until about 10 pm.

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  • 1. El Kiosko Boricua

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    Forget McDonald's and Taco Bell; in Puerto Rico, a beachside kiosk like this one is the place to go for fast food. El Kiosko Boricua ticks all the boxes for fried Puerto Rican goodies, with alcapurrias, arepas, and bacalaítos among the items on offer. Wash it all down with fresh coconut water or the local beer, Medalla.

    Rte. 187, Piñones, n/a Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
    787-596–1684

    Known For

    • Fast food, Puerto Rican style
    • Ultracasual setting
    • Cash only

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 2. La Parrilla

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    There are dozens of kioskos, or food stands, along Route 3 on the way to Luquillo Beach, most offering humble local fare, much of it fried. This full-service restaurant raises the bar for its culinary counterparts. Open every day, usually satisfying at least one rowdy tourist bus, the open-air spot delivers sizzling seafood in generous portions. There are even a couple of steaks on the menu that are guaranteed to satisfy the most ravenous carnivores. Like its neighbors, La Parrilla faces the street, but there's a comfortable patio in the rear where you can kick back with an ice-cold beer or sangria and escape the traffic noise.

    Rte. 3, Luquillo, n/a Puerto Rico, 00773, Puerto Rico

    Known For

    • Good grilled seafood
    • Alfresco dining
    • Steaks for the non-fish eaters
  • 3. Pasión por el Fogón

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    At this beloved Fajardo restaurant, chef Myrta Pérez Toledo transforms traditional dishes into something special. Succulent cuts of meat and fish are presented in unexpected ways. A perfectly cooked flank steak rolled into a cylinder served on end has a slightly sweet tamarind sauce that brings out the meat's earthy flavors. If you're a seafood lover, start with the lime-infused red snapper ceviche and move on to lobster medallions broiled in butter. For dessert, order the Caribbean Sun, an ice cream sundae that blends caramel, cinnamon, and chocolate toppings.

    Rte. 987, Km 2.3, Fajardo, n/a Puerto Rico, 00735, Puerto Rico
    787-863–3502

    Known For

    • Contemporary Caribbean cuisine
    • Fresh seafood
    • Great desserts

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Reservations essential
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