Restaurants near Guanica Dry Forest Reserve

One of my favorite places in Puerto Rico. Great food and ambiance

We had a delightful and truly helpful waitperson— the good was great— the restaurant overlooking the ocean is a dream location for a leisurely lunch. Only downside was that the day had only a slight breeze so the flies were annoying as were the blackbirds hovering around the table.

We encountered El Cepo while doing a self-tour of the coffee growing area of PR in October 2023. We loved the food, libations, ambience, cool open air floor plan, and mountain views from the table. So on my next trip to the island this past weekend, we made the trek again from San Juan. Solid consistent encore! We were fortunate enough to be tended again by the same server- Auda. She seals the deal and review for the restaurant with her excellent service. Don't miss the Bailey's piña colada and smoked Old Fashioned (ask for it with aged rum). For food-buñuelos de calabaza, croquetas de manposteao, paella criolla, chuletón de cordero, are a must. Stop pre or post by Café Lareño to stock up on great true PR grown and roasted coffee, and have a confection at their shop. Hasta la próxima!

Excellent service and food. Very clean. Beautiful views.

New seasonal menu was superb. Soup (sweet potato and chorizo) was terrific. Pasta entree was delicious. Chicken entree was outstanding. Highly recommend.