Restaurante Raíces

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Location & Hours

Address

315 C. Recinto Sur, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
San Juan, San Juan 00901
United States

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Contact & Ordering

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(787) 289-2121

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4.1/5

Based on 8,621 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Lunardoll1

in the last week

Great atmosphere, decor & costumes. The food presentation was nice. However, food was just ok.. Seating timing was good. Table service was pleasant but slow..long wait for food, even longer wait for ...

Toni-Marie LaFollette

2 weeks ago

When asking locals for their recommendation as to the best restaurant in San Juan, several recommended Raices. Almost all of the locals recommended trying mofongo, with each one of the locals having ...

Alexa Fernandez

3 weeks ago

I went here with my family for my birthday dinner after exploring Old San Juan. Service was a little slow but besides that it was great. My seafood mofongo was delicious, and everyone else really enjo...

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2 months ago

Raíces offers a great atmosphere and delicious Puerto Rican cuisine, but the service could use some improvement. We chose to sit outside to enjoy the lively surroundings and people-watch while waiting...

Alexander

a week ago

Tourist trap. On billboards it says “#1 Mofongo in PR”. Who rated them? Probably nobody. I eat out a lot around the world and don’t think I have ever given 1 star. But none of the 4 meals we ordered w...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a good dining experience, with some inconsistencies. While many customers enjoyed their meals and the atmosphere, service issues impacted the overall satisfaction for some.

Customer Favorites

Seafood Paella and flan desserts were highly praised. Some customers enjoyed the seafood mofongo, while others expressed mixed opinions on the traditional mofongo.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant boasts a great atmosphere, decor, and costumes, enhancing the dining experience. Service is frequently described as slow, inattentive, and disorganized, despite pleasant interactions with staff.

Value & Quality

The food quality is inconsistent, with some dishes described as flavorful and generous in portion size, while others are poorly prepared. There were no comments on pricing.

Areas for Improvement

The most frequent complaint is slow and inattentive service, including long wait times for food and the bill. Consistency in food quality, particularly regarding the preparation of traditional dishes like mofongo, needs attention.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight ongoing issues with slow service. There's a mix of positive and negative feedback regarding the mofongo dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Restaurante Raíces located in San Juan?

Restaurante Raíces is located at 315 C. Recinto Sur, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico in San Juan, San Juan. You can easily find it using the map in our Location section.

What type of food does Restaurante Raíces serve?

Restaurante Raíces specializes in local cuisine and is considered a moderately priced restaurant.

What are the operating hours of Restaurante Raíces?

The restaurant has regular business hours that may vary by day. Please see our detailed hours in the Location & Hours section.

Does Restaurante Raíces take reservations?

You can call (787) 289-2121 to inquire about reservations at Restaurante Raíces.

Is Restaurante Raíces good for groups?

Restaurante Raíces welcomes groups and can typically accommodate larger parties. It's recommended to call ahead at (787) 289-2121 if you're planning to visit with a large group.

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