Kioskos de Luquillo

Top choice in El Yunque & East Coast


Luquillo’s 60 beachfront food stalls line the western edge of Hwy 3, serving up delicious dishes at budget-friendly prices. Choose from sit-down restaurants to rustic beach bars selling everything from comida criolla (Creole food) to top-notch burgers and Peruvian ceviche – La Parilla (#2) and Terruño (#20) come recommended. Wash it down with a Medalla beer; many stalls have full cocktail menus.

It's a fine way to sample local food and snack culture, so have a wander and see what takes your fancy – perhaps scrumptious surullitos (corn fritters stuffed with cheese), tostones (fried plantain) or pinchos (grilled meat on a stick).


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