Food in Vieques
Let’s talk about food!
We know you want to eat well when you are here right? Food is an important part of the travel experience and we want to help you have the best experience possible here in Vieques.
In Vieques, you are immersed in a Puerto Rican culture rich with amazing foods such as things like mofongo, tostones, pasteles, arroz con gandules, tembleque, and coquito. If your taste buds are asking what these foods are, then you are in for a treat! Food is a great way to connect with the culture and people of Vieques.
Whatever your taste buds are there are sensational restaurants for sit-down events, relaxed restaurants where you can grab a bite to eat and enjoy the view, or locally-owned food trucks that are affordable and easy to find!

“Food is not just eating energy. It’s an experience” – Guy Fieri

Explore the local cuisine
As a Visitor to Vieques exploring the local cuisine choices can connect you with not only the fulfillment of a great meal but a connection to the local vibe and local culture. Food tells a lot about where you are what kind of experience each place is attempting to provide.
Restaurants, cafes and bars are meeting points for all members of a community and places where everyone is welcome. And by entering one of these places, we too are participating in an important cultural tradition.
While you are here at the Blue Horizon we are unique in that we have a 5 star restaurant on property! You don’t have to look for great food. Just wake up and stroll down the lane to the restaurant for brunch, lunch and dinner!
One really amazing thing about Vieques is there are no chain restaurants. You won’t find a fast food location. Here’s another local hint, take your time and enjoy. You are on island time and good food takes time to prepare!
Below are some of our local favorites, but first let me introduce you to our spectacular restaurant


Carambola Restaurant
If you have ever enjoyed the rich variety of Caribbean flavors you will surely find yourself in culinary heaven. Exquisite dining in tropical tranquility in front of the ocean.
The Executive Chef Jorge Mercado delights himself in providing you with a colorful and flavorful palate of exquisite dishes infused with that wonderful tropical flair that will challenge you to stay away from the kitchen. We have an amazing brunch, Americano-style lunch, and one of kind Dinner experience!
Carambola, also known as Star Fruit, was created to provide exceptional cuisine to both guests and patrons alike while getting to take in the spectacular Blue Horizon view of the Caribbean Sea.
We are open daily and you can reserve online or call 787-741-3318.
Restaurant Open Hours:
Brunch:
7am-12pm: Monday-Friday
7am-2pm: Saturday and Sunday
Lunch:
12pm-3pm: Monday-Friday
Dinner:
5pm-10pm Everyday!
Local favorites
Banana’s
Bar and Americano inspired cuisine
Opens for lunch and dinner
Wednesday – Monday (11 AM – 9 PM)
(787)354-0020
Duffy’s
Bar and Americano inspired cuisine
Monday – Friday (10 AM – 11 PM)
(787)435-6585
Casa Nativo
Puerto Rican cuisine
Open for lunch and dinner
Tuesday – Saturday (11 AM – 10 PM)
(787)556-9920
Buga’s Mexican Restaurant
(The name says it all)
Open for lunch and dinner
Thursday – Sunday (11:30 AM – 10 PM)
(787)424-3434
Restaurante Bili
Caribbean cuisine
Open for lunch and dinner
(787)741-1385
Coquí Fire
Fine dining
Opens for dinner
Monday – Friday (5 PM – 9 PM)
(787)741-0401
Biekes Bistro
Puerto Rican cuisine
Open Monday – Saturday
(11AM – 10PM)
(787)556-6855
El Block
Puerto Rican cuisine
Open for brunch, lunch, and dinner
(787)741-6020
El Local
Puerto Rican cuisine
Open for dinner
Monday – Sunday (5 AM – 11 PM)
(787)398-2039
El Quenepo
Island Dining
Open for dinner
Tuesday – Saturday
(5:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
(787)741-1215
Gonzo’s Garden
Eclectic Caribbean inspired foods
Brunch on Saturday and Sunday
(10:30 AM – 2 PM)
Dinner Wednesday – Saturday
(5 PM – 10 PM)
(787)435-2801
Lazy Jacks
Bar and Americano inspired cuisine
Opens for lunch and dinner
Sunday – Thursday (11 AM – 11 PM)
Friday – Saturday (12 PM – 11 PM)
(787)741-1447
Rincon del Cafe
Brunch and coffee shop
Open for breakfast and desserts
Monday – Tuesday (6 AM – 11 AM)
Wednesday – Friday(6 AM – 5 PM)
Saturday (7 AM – 5 PM)
Sunday (7 AM – 12 PM)
(787)423-4336
Rising Roost
Specializing in Brunch
Open for breakfast
Wednesday – Sunday (8 AM – 1 PM)
Tin Box
BBQ & Sushi
Opens for dinner
Thursday – Saturday (5 PM – 8PM)
Sunday (5 PM – 9 PM)
(787)435-6064
Trade Winds
Caribbean inspired cuisine
Brunch Sundays (9AM – 2 PM)
Dinner Wednesday – Saturday
(5 PM – 9:30 PM)
(787)710-7440
Delivery – pick up – food truck
Dexter’s BBQ
Food truck & BBQ
Various hours and locations on the island
(787)435-9173
Manny’s Sushi
Food truck – Sushi
Open Thursday – Sunday for pick up
(787)446-4445
Mama Mia
Pizza, Italian cuisine – Delivery
Open for lunch and dinner
Tuesday – Sunday (11 AM – 10 PM)
(787)692-0742
Panaderia La Viequense
Local Bakery
Great Pan de agua and Sobao
Pick up homemade bread and Sobao
(787)435-4076
Rincon del Sabor
Delivery / Food truck
Open for lunch and dinner
Monday – Friday (11 AM – 7 PM)
Saturday – Sunday (11 AM – 9 AM)
(939)358-1783
Shauna's Restaurant
Caribbean cuisine – Delivery
Opens for lunch
Monday – Friday (10 AM – 2 PM)
(787)235-2976