Best Ponce Restaurants



Check our favorite Ponce Restaurants. In plain terms, the Puerto Rican Caribbean Cuisine (“comida criolla Boricua”) is what you get when you mix the ancient techniques of the Taino cookery with those of the Spanish conquerors and African slaves that came after.

For a taste of our best culinary South coast traditions, come and learn the language of these creative kitchen artisans from Puerto Rico that TravelPonce positively recommends:

Isabel 46

The Mecca where all true ponceñistas are initiated is actually the house of the owners of this charming restaurant in the historic heart of Ponce. Personally tendered by Las Tías ("aunts") Titi Graciela and Titi Wilda, here you’ll find an exquisite blend of the old and new “cuisine Boricua” in an intimate, familiar yet romantic setting that evokes culture and history.

Isabel 46 (La Casa de Las Tías)

Their glazed rib eye in guava and wine sauce is worth the wait, as everything is jealously prepared at the moment, with fresh local ingredients by their team of well trained “nephews”. Local loyal bohemians meet here every Friday night for their weekly dose of nostalgia and live music.

#46 Isabel St., 787.840.4149; WED thru SAT 6am-10pm (SUN 12-6pm), $$.

Lola

Right at Plaza Las Delicias, this is the main outlet of the stylish, brand new (July 2009) Ramada Ponce Hotel.

Lola Restaurant - Ramada Hotel

Self described as a sensual, delicious, passionate fusion of flavors and colors, this eclectic cuisine establishment pleasantly surprises the visitor with its vibrant atmosphere.

Try the grilled filet Mmm!gnon in Oporto wine, served with mushroom risotto. Good, friendly service.

Union & Reina St. corner, 787.813.5033; SUN thru WED 12-9pm (THU thru SAT 12n-12m), $$.

Archipiélago

Experience the heavenly creations of chef Alejandro Vélez Blasini (Ponce native and Vermont’s New England Culinary Institute graduate) at this ELEGANT, cosmopolitan, loft style 6th floor restaurant with the best panoramic views of the city center. Archipiélago Restaurant Vegetarians will love Archipiélago's Portobello mushrooms, stuffed with creamed peppers & onions, and fresh parmesan cheese; served with fresh vegetables in white wine. The new Archipiélago Restaurant in Ponce offers chic indoor & outdoor seating in the best location, location!: right across the emblematic Parque de Bombas, Marina & Cristina St. corner in Plaza Las Delicias, 787.812.8822; WED thru SAT 5pm-10pm (FRI opens at noon, SUN 12n-5pm), $$...

La Nueva Casa del Chef

A hidden gem of a restaurant, tucked into the parking lot of Centro del Sur Shopping Center.

La Nueva Casa del Chef

Despite its rather bland exterior and odd location, it is an impromptu art gallery in the interior with all the beautiful original paintings up for sale.

Well catered by a very helpful and hardworking staff. Amazing breaded trunk fish! This jewel among Ponce restaurants has a nice atmosphere and is a fashionable alternative for both a romantic or family dinner.

#23 Callejón Fagot, 787.843.1298; SUN thru THU 12-9pm (FRI-SAT 12-11pm), $$.

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La Fonda de Angelo

Classic example of a typical and very successful, small family operated restaurant in the nearby town of Santa Isabel. La Fonda de Angelo in Santa Isabel Always present owner-chef Angelo and daughters Myrna and Yanira graciously serve the most outstanding, finger licking, garlic fried fish in the island.

Have a sample of exquisite “sorullitos” (crispy corn fritters) with mayo/ketchup sauce or try your luck and place your horse race bets at the adjoining OTB agency, while you wait for your order. Very popular among locals.

#6 Betances, Santa Isabel; 787.845.2886; MON thru SAT 11am-6pm,

Chef Ramón

Chef Ramon in Salinas

Time for the best seafood in the region…Young Puerto Rican chef Ramón Carro awaits you at his cozy picturesque beachfront property in little Salinas, well worth the 30 minute scenic South coast drive from Ponce.

Complement the delicious conch scaloppini in caper sauce with your choice from the carefully chosen, readily available international selection of fine wines.

#49 “A” St. Playita Ward, Salinas; 787.824.7601; WED thru SAT 11am-10pm (SUN -8pm), $$.

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