El Platanal Caguas — Restaurant in Caguas

A work buddy of mine recommended this place and I ordered green plantain mofongo they served sweet plantain mofongo, when finally recieved the green plantain mofongo, it had no taste I added some Mayo Ketchup and was able to consume but it wasn't right, it had no garlic, no olive oil or bacon fat, I left half of it, then I sort remembered the taste it was like if when they prepared it the bowl not rinsed out properly it tasted like dish washing liquid watered down, my wife had a nice cod and island vegetables dish that was very tasty, but with me they bombed out, a supervisor came by to say they were sorry and why I didn't say anything about the 2nd plate they brought me but I said I didn't want to cause anymore issues. Never was told it would be on the house and I don't look to get free meal etc,, but if you are going to serve someone a meal the quality should be held at a high std or don't serve it. Would I return maybe and maybe not.

p/s the fried pork was very decent.

remember when you go to a place like this thier specialty is making plantain based dishes.

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We went to try it and were pleasantly surprised. The only reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is that the plate we wanted to try was not available. The plates we ended up trying were very good. The appetizers we ordered are fried foods you can find along roads through certain areas around the island. The versions we were served are the ones you find in the frozen foods section, which are smaller and don't have as much flavor. The spicy sauce provided with them was good. Besides the regular menu, they have daily specials. The plate they didn't have was part of thae daily menu, but I tried another one from that day. The carne mechada was really good. I paired it with the arroz mamposteao, but there are other sides to choose from. The other plate ordered was the pernil al horno with breadfruit tostones. That was even better, with the bit of chicharrón on top of the pernil. I would return to finally try the pastelón they...

1st time dining visit: The atmosphere is very welcoming. The restaurant, in my personal opinion, is a beautiful tribute to Puerto Rico. The walls around the restaurant are decorated with absolutely beautiful paintings. The details to the architecture & decoration deverse a stand-out review 👏, it is not the trendy flag painted on a wall. Now, for the food review: you will not be disappointed, excellent taste & authentic flavors, not salty, everything we orden was very, very delicious. Kudos to the chef & staff. Ingredients were fresh, and the temperature of the servings at point. Our server was kind & attentive. Affordable prices, clean tables & area. We dine in, you can also order to go. My family & I enjoyed our visit. I am a local & recommend...