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Address: 160 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Phone: (412) 904-3065
Website: http://flavorofpuertorico.com/
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The outside building and the menu on the window looked promising. Even inside, the artwork was nice and Puerto Rican-ish. Then, I encountered a couple of really nice guys that didn’t speak Spanish, at least they didn’t to me even though I spoke to them in Spanish.
Again, they were absolutely great and I have nothing further to say about that.
The food, that’s a whole different animal. As a Puerto Rican, who’s in Puerto Rico as I write this review, the food was the absolute worst I have ever had. I took a spoonful of the rice and a bite of the pork chop and I had my wife wrap it up and throw it in the trash. IT.WAS.THAT.BAD! I think they used Uncle Ben’s microwaveable rice.
What I ate was absolutely NOTHING near Puerto Rican food. The pernil was also terrible and they should be jailed for calling that plate “pernil.” It’s an insult to the pig. I’m going to just dead the rest of my review because it was truly sad.
I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. Again, it’s painful to write this but, I have to keep it so that my reviews helps people make the right decision. I’m not trolling and definitely not trying to write this review to hurt business but, I have to keep it real.
We did travel 45 minutes to try this spot and it was worth it! 100% we will be coming back!
It was a lovely meal at a great price. The sandwich was simple, but very good. Their chicken is roasted perfectly, and incredibly tender. They give you a pretty good portion for the price, too. Pan de agua, or water bread, is homemade and soaks up the chicken juices. It’s great! There’s also a bit of cheese in this sandwich, which was a nice touch.
This was my first time trying maduros, so I wasn’t too sure what to expect other than a sweet flavor. These were definitely sweet, and they are generous with their side portions. Maduros are caramelized on the outside and quite soft on the inside. I’m not the biggest fan of maduros now that I know their flavor, but these were clearly expertly made and still worth trying.
The empanadas (or pastellitos) are an absolute must try when you visit this place. I got the beef and cheese, which was sooo good! The ground beef is juicy and flavorful, while the crust is light and crunchy. I didn’t find any cheese in this empanada, though.
I was a fan of their tres leches. It was very well soaked and creamy. It’s topped with a nice coating and a dusting of cinnamon (the cinnamon flavor is not very prominent). The dessert is not too heavy, either. I do wish the portion was a little bigger.
All in all, this is a hidden gem in Mount Oliver. There are only a few Puerto Rican places in Pittsburgh, and this surely excellent food which seems quite authentic! Now they have a more consistent menu, too, instead of just daily specials. Definitely worth a try for anyone who’s curious about Puerto Rican cuisine.
Note: there is no seating. So you pick up and go. The owners are also really nice. It’s a husband (American)/wife (Puerto Rican) team.
The food was flavorful, but what truly set this restaurant apart was the sense of family and community that emanated from every corner.
We tried the beef empanadas, the chicken stew was good ( a bit salty for my taste) and the tres leché was moist and creamy.
Cheap prices as well!
~Just another José~
The customer service I received here was amazing, and this establishment is truly COVID-19 safe! I love that they’re going the extra mile to keep themselves and their customers safe. These are great people.
All in all, the food is fresh, the service is great, and the flavors are right. It’s a family business, so I hope it gets tons of support!