Restaurante Raices

User Review:

• Don't let the apparent touristy trappings fool you; it's not the cheapest meal in town, but it's among the tastiest and most authentic, and we recommend it for a big taste of Puerto Rican cuisine. These are Caguas boys in the kitchen, so enjoy the rustic Puerto Rican setting -- beautifully outfitted with local arts and crafts -- and the waitresses and waiters decked out in the beautiful folkloric dress. It's a perfect fit for its location near the cruise ship docks, but the first location was in Caguas, which is decidedly untouristy. The "typical festival" combines a number of classic island treats, like meat turnovers, stuffed fried plantain fritters, codfish fritters, and mashed cassava, but you'll also want to try the delicious plantain soup. The stuffed mofongo entrees are the real specialty here; along with the typical stuffed chicken or shrimp, the options range to breaded pork, skirt steak, and Creole-style mahimahi. If you want hearty fare, the chicken or shrimp asopao is another option. The coconut flan and guava cheesecake do not disappoint. Traditional Puerto Rican music, with occasional live entertainment, further compliments the experience (Frommer's).
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