Near The Rainforest Inn, there are several restaurants where you can enjoy many delicious foods and maybe discover your favorite Puerto Rican dish! Here is a list of restaurants, from closest to furthest, so you can find the perfect spot for you at the price you can afford:
Please take note that opening hours are subject to change on holidays or other events so make sure before going!
Hitching Post
Located outside of Rio Grande, this unique restaurant offers great tapas and friendly service! You can also appreciate the horses with the amazing views of the mountains of the rainforest while enjoying one of their amazing cocktails or mocktails! Ask for carrots so you can explore the barns and feed the horses.
Google Maps: Hitching Post location
Price Range: $15-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 2.5 miles (8 minutes)
Opening hours:
All week: 4-11PM (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
El oceano en tu Mesa
Located near Palmer, you can try their fresh seafood varying from octopus to lobster in a simple but elegant feel. You can also try their amazing tacos. It is pricier than other options, but the great high-quality food and experience are worth it! They do not sell liquor. However, there is a bar located across the street and they are fine with bringing your drink to your table.
Google Maps: El oceano en tu Mesa location
Price range: $20-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 7.2 miles (18 minutes)
Opening hours:
Monday: 2-9PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 2-9PM
Friday: 2-8:30PM
Saturday: 12-9PM
Sunday: 12-9PM
W Sushi Bar
Fan of sushi? This sushi bar in Palmer is for you! They offer a unique experience with sushi recreated with a Puerto Rican twist! Trendy and modern style with indoor and outdoor seating to your preference. They also offer amazing cocktails!
Google Maps: W Sushi Bar location
Price range: $20-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 7.6 miles (19 minutes)
Opening hours:
All week 11AM-9PM (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto
Located in Palmer, this cozy and delicious restaurant can serve you wood-fired oven pizzas. They offer other delicacies made with local ingredients that will make you discover the cultural food of Puerto Rico. Enjoy their full bar when you visit during the evening.
Google Maps: Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto location
Price range: $10-25/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 7.7 miles (19 minutes)
Opening hours:
All week: 8AM-9PM (Closed Wednesday & Thursday)
Mi Vida Café & Burger
Located in Luquillo, Mi Vida Café & Burger offers a budget friendly cozy and chill vibe with great decors. You can try their gourmet burgers with a local Puerto Rican twist with delightful milkshakes. You can try their excellent homemade potato chips. There are also great vegetarian options.
Google Maps: Mi Vida Café & Burger location
Price range: $15-25/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 7.8 miles (20 minutes)
Opening hours:
All week: 11AM-6PM
Bungalu Restaurant & Bar
Located in Palmer, Bungalu Restaurant & Bar offers a very chill vibe with a beachfront view on the sand. You can enjoy fried seafood, mofongo and tropical drinks. It is also a budget friendly option. Their signature dishes include tacos or stuffed avocados.
Google Maps: Bungalu Restaurant & Bar location
Price range: $20-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 8 miles (20 minutes)
Opening hours:
Monday: 11:30AM-9PM
Tuesday: 11:30AM-9PM
Wednesday: 11:30AM-9PM
Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM
Friday: 11AM-11PM
Saturday: 12-11PM
Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM
Richie’s Restaurant
Located on a hilltop in the Las Coles neighborhood with an extraordinary view of the ocean, Richie’s Restaurant is worth a try! The scenery is the star of the show! Steak, seafood and other culinary dishes are a must-try in this breathtaking restaurant! You can also try their stuffed pineapples.
Google Maps: Richie’s Restaurant location
Price range: $20-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 9.3 miles (23 minutes)
Opening hours:
All week: 11AM-9PM
Luquillo kioskos
Located near the beach, you can enjoy a plethora of Puerto Rican delicacies. There are more than enough options of kiosko with various price ranges and tastes. You can get drinks, seafood, and even dessert with their own unique twists. Very casual vibe with direct access from the Beach. You can visit the website for more information about each kiosk.
Google Maps: Luquillo Kioskos location
Price range: $10-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 10.7 miles (25 minutes)
Opening hours:
Depends on the kiosk
La Fonda Gourmet
Located in Luquillo, La Fonda offers a blend of flavors from Puerto Rico and Italy. You can try their delicious tacos and their mofongo while enjoying the incredible atmosphere and decor this restaurant has to offer. You can also try their blueberry margarita.
Google Maps: La Fonda Gourmet location
Price range: $20-30/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 11.4 miles (27 minutes)
Opening hours:
Monday: 8AM-9PM
Tuesday: 8AM-9PM
Wednesday: 8AM-9PM
Thursday: 8AM-9PM
Friday: 8AM-9PM
Saturday: 8AM-9PM
Sunday: 10AM-9PM
SAMA
Located in Luquillo, this high-end restaurant offers a sophisticated vibe and elegance with great vine options. This restaurant priorities locally grown food and great quality dishes, perfect if you want to treat yourself! Reservations only!
Google Maps: SAMA location
Price range: $30-50/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 11.6 miles (28 minutes)
Opening hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5:30-10PM
Thursday: 5:30-10PM
Friday: 11:30AM-4:30PM|5:30-10PM
Saturday: 5:30-10PM
Sunday: 11:30AM-4:30PM|5:30-9PM
Boardriders Surf Bar & Grill
This Bar & Grill with oceanfront seating in Luquillo is perfect for a meal after a beach day! It is a popular hanging spot that offers tacos, burger and wings with good cocktails. Perfect for surfers with a chill ambiance and music.
Google Maps: Boardriders Surf Bar & Grill location
Price range: $10-25/person
Distance from The Rainforest Inn: 12 miles (30 minutes)
Opening hours:
Monday: 12PM-12AM
Tuesday: 12PM-12AM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 12PM-12AM
Friday: 12PM-2AM
Saturday: 12PM-2AM
Sunday: 12AM-12PM
Bon appétit!
