The Best Restaurant in El Yunque and the Northeast, Puerto Rico

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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.

Brass Cactus

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This steak-and-chop eatery attracts so many English-speaking tourists that management doesn't bother printing a Spanish menu. Nearly every dish on the expansive menu is made to be washed down with beer. Televisions broadcast the latest sporting events, and bands often replace the jukebox on weekends. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Off Rte. 3, Luquillo, 00773, Puerto Rico
787-980–9659
Known For
  • Great steaks and burgers
  • Fun sports-bar atmosphere
  • Reasonably priced cocktails and beer
Restaurant Details
Closed Wed.

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