Canovanas Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Canovanas

September 5, 2017 Janette Largent

Discover the best restaurant in Canovanas, Puerto Rico including Pasion by Chef Myrta, La Familia Bakery 2, Fern, El Parilla, El Verde BBQ, Asia Buffet and Sushi Bar, Panaderia Rico Pan, Mi Casita Seafood, Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto, Cafeteria Alexys
Things to do in Canovanas

1. Pasion by Chef Myrta

Hotel Gran Melia Resort | Coco Beach, Rio Grande 00845, Puerto Rico Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Caribbean, Latin, Seafood, Puerto Rican, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night HK$110 - HK$353 +1 787-657-6398
Excellent
58%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 514 reviews

Pasion by Chef Myrta

Reviewed By Ivan B - Panama City Beach, Florida

Pasion was recommended to us by a staff member at the resort we were staying in. Whenever abroad I always ask locals if they could eat anywhere, where would it be. Passion was the immediate answer from several employees. Located outside of Fajardo, Pasion is a very upscale restaurant that specializes in seafood dishes. Our party of four ordered a variety of entrees in order to try as many menu items as possible. The snapper was delicious and the fish presentation was a favorite! From the time we walked in the door the service was excellent and the food was spot on. I ordered a side of sweet potato fries and they were absolutely cooked to perfection and delicious. The restaurant is approximately a 35 minute drive from San Juan and is definitely worth the time.

2. La Familia Bakery 2

Urb Rio Grande Estates Calle 1 A9 | Behind "walgreen" and "Amigo" store in Rio Grande, Rio Grande 00745, Puerto Rico Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe, Puerto Rican, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$39 - HK$78 +1 787-888-2320
Excellent
75%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 608 reviews

La Familia Bakery 2

Breakfast and lunch, all kinds of pastries and cakes, opens from 6:00 am to 9:30 pm Monday to Sunday

Reviewed By cvillaman - Boston, Massachusetts

Great place to have breakfast or lunch; loved their coffee and "Sobao' bread" (soft bread) you can eat all the bread at once, it's sold by pound and believe me it's the best. They have a variety of pastries and sandwiches, also, you can order scramble eggs with toasts. This is not a huge place but a lot of people go there everyday; the food worth the wait!

3. Fern

State Road 187 kilometer 4.2, Rio Grande 00745, Puerto Rico Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover Caribbean, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Dinner +1 787-809-8103
Excellent
65%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 238 reviews

Fern

Fern’s design is based on the many cultural influences throughout the Caribbean; a fusion of Latin and Afro-Caribbean materials and textures interpreted in a contemporary manner within a Spanish Colonial Building. The rich brown textured floor is a nod to the early cigar plantation and has a reclaimed texture and feel. This is matched up against very modern silver leafed cork walls accented with handcrafted modern African light fixtures. The red accents reflect the energy and passion of the Puerto Rican culture. The style of furniture is an eclectic blend of range of styles from the mid 20th century to the modern organic lines of today. The design acts as a backdrop to “frame” the spectacular ocean view; the materials chosen reference the indigenous materials found by the sea and reflect the sparkle and luminosity of the moonlight on the ocean. The space is meant to captivate and maintain interest, while providing a quiet sophisticated backdrop for the preparations of Jean-Georges. Dress code: Breakfast: The dress code for breakfast is resort casual. Shirts, shoes (not barefoot), and bathing suit cover ups are required. Dinner: The dress code for dinner is resort upscale. Bathing suits, sleeveless t-shirts/tank tops, men's shorts and beach flip flops are not permitted.

Reviewed By Matt K - Marblehead, Massachusetts

Fern is an excellent restaurant. The food is exceptional, as is the service. There is a dress code (pants for men - though we did see some men in shorts, but I would not feel comfortable in shorts). You can wear a jacket, though you don't need to. We ate here 2 nights we were at the St. Regis. The least expensive was $220, the most was $320 (w/ drinks). All in all, not to be missed. It is a great restaurant.

4. El Parilla

Route 187, Loiza, Puerto Rico Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar Caribbean, Latin, Seafood, Spanish, Puerto Rican Lunch, Dinner +1 939-940-1443
Excellent
53%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

El Parilla

Reviewed By Kirk S - Homewood, Illinois

Appetizers were below average - the sample Boricua was a selection of bland over-fried items. Entrees were average, but when considering the price, we felt over-priced. The one that stood out was Medallones de Cerdo Rellenos.

5. El Verde BBQ

Carr 3 Int 186 Esq Entrada al Verde, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Caribbean, Latin, Barbecue, Spanish, Puerto Rican Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 787-887-0958
Excellent
61%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 570 reviews

El Verde BBQ

Reviewed By Phyllis W - Atlanta, Georgia

Tried El Verde BBQ on a whim our first night in town. Fabulous find. Foods was very good and reasonably priced. Had batata (sweet potatoes), fried pork, chicken and rice. Menu-friendly for non-spanish speaking.

6. Asia Buffet and Sushi Bar

Rd #3 KM 24.5 | Plaza Rio Grande, Rio Grande 00745, Puerto Rico Seating, Waitstaff, Buffet Chinese, Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Caribbean, Puerto Rican Lunch, Dinner +1 787-809-0066
Excellent
41%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
8%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 34 reviews

Asia Buffet and Sushi Bar

Reviewed By Yamira M

This has been the most HORRIBLE, TERRIBLE, DISGUSTING EXPERIENCE EVERRRRRR!!!! I was having an early dinner with my husband and in my soup i found a CATERPILAR!!! The most upsetting thing was that instead of the OWNER o MANAGER to come and apologize the sent a waitress, with it wasn't even our server! They gave me my money back BUT still very disappointed and of course..... IM NEVER COMING BACK!!!!

7. Panaderia Rico Pan

Road #3, Km 23. 7 | Puerto Rico, Rio Grande 00745, Puerto Rico Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible Cafe, Puerto Rican Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner HK$47 +1 787-657-5800
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 157 reviews

Panaderia Rico Pan

We specialize in breakfast sandwiches pastry coffee We can seat up to 80 guest in our bakery

Reviewed By USMC1961 - Rocky Hill, Connecticut

This bakery was recommended, by someone we met at the condo complex we were staying at and it did not disappoint. Great pastries and large reasonably priced sandwiches for lunch. We also had a good cup coffee here.

8. Mi Casita Seafood

Puerto Rico 187, Loiza 00983, Puerto Rico Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Caribbean, Latin, Seafood, Puerto Rican, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +1 787-791-1481
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 55 reviews

Mi Casita Seafood

Reviewed By Patty J - Philadelphia

We actually heard about this restaurant from the young man who worked at our hotel's pool. He told us to try it because it is authentic Puerto Rican food and not expensive. He was right on both counts. The waiters did not speak english, but luckily our son could get by with his spanish and we were able to figure out most of the menu. The seafood arepa for an appetizer was delicious. My shrimp and rice was a huge serving but was rather bland. The crab sauce was great and the conch entree was good but left my husband wishing he ordered something else. We were there for a late dinner and be aware it is in a small section of a non-tourist town. We ate outside and enjoyed the evening.

9. Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto

52 Principal Street | Palmer, road leads to Rainforest, Palmer, Rio Grande 00721, Puerto Rico Television, Highchairs Available, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi Cafe, Puerto Rican, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch HK$39 - HK$157 +1 787-657-5186
Excellent
85%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 334 reviews

Lluvia Deli Bar & Artefacto

Restaurant, cafe, Wifi, Unique Gifts and Gallery

Reviewed By hrmomx2 - Washington, dc

We ate here recently while staying nearby at the St. Regis. We went for breakfast and the food and juices were fantastic. We were actually given this recommendation by one of their waiters who also works at another restaurant we ate at nearby. So glad he mentioned it. It was honestly one of the best meals we had and far superior (and more reasonable) than the food at the St. Regis.

10. Cafeteria Alexys

#81 Calle Betances, Canovanas, Puerto Rico Cafe +1 787-256-1677
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Cafeteria Alexys

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