Cafetería Melissa — Restaurant in Río Grande

Cafeteria Melissa makes some excellent turnovers / empanadas and while it feels off the beaten path, it's definitely a stop worth visiting if nearby in the Rio Grande area.

Our chef and local English speaker Victor definitely made the turnovers with love and care. We samples shrimp, chicken and beef, all were packed with sazon and did not disappoint.

Cafeteria Melissa doesn't feel like a place many tourists go and there were definitely a number of older locals enjoying the Olympics or playing the video games or even just getting a drink at the bar.

There are other options nearby, but Cafeteria Melissa feels like the local spot your tio would take you to if visiting and he's trying to...

I'm from Dallas and have been in PR for five days. This is the best place I have eaten at so far. Victor, the owner, was amazing with service. He is very nice and welcoming. His margarita and mojito were incredible. We ordered three meals and an appetizer. All were about ten dollars but the portions were big. My kids loved the food and the regulars there were super nice and friendly. I loved the place and ambience. This is the best place I've eaten at in my entire visit thus far. Save money and have good drinks here....

Great atmosphere, professional quality mixed drinks, great food for a...