Rio Grande / Loiza Restaurants

Updated on 3/5/2025

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IGUANAS COCINA PUERTORRIQUENA – Wyndham Rio Mar

Diners’ top pick

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$$$$Price: Expensive

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Puerto Rican

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4.6

(649)

The famous Puerto Rican cuisine restaurant reopened fully renovated. Iguanas Cocina Puertorriqueña, now features an open-view demonstration kitchen and seating for up to 104 guests. Overlooking the El Yunque National Forest and the River Course, is a family-friendly venue, known for its authentic Puerto Rican cuisine favorites and spectacular scenery. Located on the Rio Mar Clubhouse’s second floor. This new restaurant offers handcrafted cocktails, artisanal beers and light bites at Iguanas Bar. The mind behind this well known restaurant, Chef Jorge Cátala with over 15 years of experience makes sure to bring the highest quality products, including fresh lobsters & fish from local fisherman’s. Also, his love to the local agriculture brings to the table the freshest and finest dishes including organic chicken, cage free eggs, hydroponic greens, among others. If you are looking for that authentic elevated Puerto Rican dish, Iguanas Cocina Puertorriqueña is the perfect choice.

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   ​ROOTS COASTAL KITCHEN – Wyndham Rio Mar

   $$$$Price: Moderate

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   American

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   4.6

   (368)

   This creative haven of Caribbean comfort food was opened by Executive Chef Ramón Carrillo in collaboration with Top Chef finalists Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth. At this restaurant, farm-to-table goodness is given an inspired flair with plates like grilled swordfish with coconut curry rice, shrimp and bacon empanadas, and chili mango hot wings.
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   Néctar

   $$$$Price: Expensive

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   Puerto Rican

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   4.2

   (253)

   Serving authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and delicious drinks! Come join Chef Franchesca and experience the Puerto Rican vibe from Wednesday to Sunday. We are located at the end of the hallway of the right wing of the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Free parking.

PALIO – Wyndham Rio Mar

Top-rated food

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$$$$Price: Very Expensive

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Sicilian

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4.1

(290)

Welcome to Palio!
Sicily, the heart of the Mediterranean, is a land rich in history and culture, reflected beautifully in its cuisine. Over the centuries, this island has been a melting pot of civilizations, each has left an indelible mark on Sicilian food, creating a unique fusion of flavors and traditions.
Our Kitchen Inspired by Sicilian Cuisine and sun-soaked ingredients from the farms of Puerto Rico, makes a natural harmony of tastes, creating as unique as it is unforgettable.

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