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El Quenepo

148 Calle Flamboyan | Esperanza, 00765, Puerto Rico
787-741-1215
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Price range: 15 AUD - 41 AUD
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Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Description: Fun, funky island food located on the waterfront in Esperanza. Innovative cuisine with lots of flavors. Featured items include fresh local seafood, specialty cocktails, and local greens. Vegan and vegetarian items also available. Open for dinner only at 5:30. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This was the very best meal we had on Vieques- everything was fresh, creative, and extremely tasty. I highly recommend the ceviche appetizer and lobster entree. A but pricey but very worth it!

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Frederick, Maryland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Trust me... this place is good. Eat here while on Vieques. Nice setting, friendly staff, reasonable prices for the quality of the meal. I've been more than once and will go back every time I am on island.

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Vail, Colorado
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44 reviews 44 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This is the best food on the island! You must order the corn crapes - it's to die for! This is the best restaurant on the entire island. The owners are lovely and very down to earth- they are happy to talk travel and pass along tips. You will not be disappointed with this gem - it's going to nock... More

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Harrisburg, PA
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Dinner at El Quenepo was wonderful - excellent fod, impressive service, and wait staff who know the menu and are extremely attentive to customers. I was amazed to find a restaurant of this quality in Vieques - better than many I've visited in more sophisticated places!

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Kansas City, Missouri
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

My husband and I visited Vieques a few weeks ago, and we really enjoyed this restaurant. The ambience is great - sits just across the street from the ocean, beautifully simple decor, and the servers allow you to take your time and enjoy your meal. We went our first night in Vieques and had a crab cake appetizer that was... More

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Bloomfield Hills, MIchigan
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70 reviews 70 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Considered to be one of the best restaurants on the island as you can see from the other reviews. Those of us who had steaks were very happy but the others who had Puerto Rican food found it to be a little too creative and spicy for our tastes. Service was slow and the final tab was pricey for the... More

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Aiken, South Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Our server was excellent, the food was amazing, and the decor was beautifully simple. Our party of four ordered four dishes and passed them around. "Take two bites and pass to the left." What a fun way to share this lovely meal! We also ordered the chocolate torte and a dirty martini. Everything was beautifully prepared. And THEN we went... More

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Spencer, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We went here twice while on Vieques! So good. The best drinks ever! It's been a long time since we have been(march2012), but I still wanted to write this because we enjoyed it so much. We went twice on our visit-- which was only 4 nights! Good food and good drinks. Great service too! Everyone was so nice and suggesting... More

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Miami, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Food was outstanding. I definitely recommend the lobster coconut crusted. The rice with it was excellent as well. I recommend to go during the week. On the weekends it's very loud because of a local bar across the street. Reservations required.

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New York City
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47 reviews 47 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We almost didn't go because our guidebook said it would cost $200 for a couple, but that was way off -- for two of us, t was just over $100 for two courses and a glass of wine for each of us. The food was world class. Excellent ceviche, grouper, goat curry. Pleasant service and ambiance. Our best meal on... More

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