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Wilfredo Florentino
Came with a group of nine, and for a small 30-seat spot the staff handled it relatively well. Mateo was clearly juggling a lot but kept things moving smoothly and fixed my inexplicably burnt grilled chicken right away. The arroz con gandules and beans were heavy on cumin, and that’s mostly what you tasted. The salmon was delicious, the Cubano with real pan sobao pressed in garlic butter was excellent, and the boneless chicharrones, calamari with guava BBQ, and house shakes were all hits. The flan and budín were exquisite and the perfect sweet finish. Overall, seasoning could be more balanced, but great service and effort made it a solid experience.
… moreMiss. S.Ramos
This is my opinion. I am Puerto Rican. I ordered arror con gandules and pernil the lunch special. A chicken soup. One bacalaito. And pasteles and small chicken soup which was not as I expected to be as well.
The pasteles taste good there are pretty small for the price, expensive. The arror con gandules and pernil was ok something seems missing with the taste I’ve visited Margaritas, in the Bronx and they are less expensive and the taste is memorable unfortunately this meal isn’t. For the $45 dollars I expected it to leave me wanting more. Again this is only my opinion maybe it was just that day. I wish them the best! I will revisit Margaritas 915 Avenue St John The Bronx, NY 10455 and Sofrito on 679 riverside dr. Enjoy everyone not every place is for everyone. Hope you do enjoy our Puerto Rican food no matter where you go!
… moreThe pasteles taste good there are pretty small for the price, expensive. The arror con gandules and pernil was ok something seems missing with the taste I’ve visited Margaritas, in the Bronx and they are less expensive and the taste is memorable unfortunately this meal isn’t. For the $45 dollars I expected it to leave me wanting more. Again this is only my opinion maybe it was just that day. I wish them the best! I will revisit Margaritas 915 Avenue St John The Bronx, NY 10455 and Sofrito on 679 riverside dr. Enjoy everyone not every place is for everyone. Hope you do enjoy our Puerto Rican food no matter where you go!
Zulei Vargas
A recommendation that went above the hype. I came to dine here with my parents and they are VERY critical of Puerto Rican food as natives. With each bite of the fritura we tried: alcapurrias, sorrullitos with mayoketchup, and relleno de papa my family and I were immersed back into the pueblos in Puerto Rico. They liked the food so much they said they would come back and that is saying something. Also, when you come in the coqui sounds go off. This place is a must eat at! The pasteles are awarding winning and we think they are good as people who make pasteles every Christmas. The Tripleta tastes better than the ones I have had in PR honestly.
… moreJo Rivera
First time coming here! Food was definitely worth it! Delicious food, excellent service! Highly recommend! I love the coqui sound when you arrive and when you leave. Very flavorful! Will definitely come back again! I empty my plate! That’s how great it is!
… moreArleen Colon
If you don’t have Abuelita’s house to visit anymore, The Freakin Rican is the best place to go to for authentic and delicious Puerto Rican food. The atmosphere, the vibe, the aromas are all amazing. I always buy the adobo and sofrito! Bring your Abuelita for the pernil and pasteles! She will love it.
… morejessica Agosto
From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere sets the tone it’s super chill and cozy!The lighting is soft, the music makes me sing and bop and there’s a relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. Its our 2nd time here and we travel 1hr and a half because the food is absolutely bursting with flavor. Every dish offers a delicious variety of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine — from tender pernil to perfectly seasoned arroz con gandules and trifongo each bite delivers comfort and tradition. You can tell a lot of care goes into every plate and everyone is friendly and efficient.
This spot is a hidden gem for anyone craving bold flavors in a laid-back setting. Highly recommend for any type of night.
… moreThis spot is a hidden gem for anyone craving bold flavors in a laid-back setting. Highly recommend for any type of night.
Ian Ellison
If you’re around give it a try. Everything is flavorful, the staff is nice.
Update: We returned and I brought my mom. This time, The alcapurria was a little under done. When the masa cooks properly it stiffens up and gets dark due to being cooked. These were still creamy and light inside. The owner made it a point to inform me I was wrong. So I guess every other time I’ve had them they have been wrong. This is still an awesome place to eat. Staff is very welcoming and patient. The food is delicious. The trifongo was really really good. I would recommend. If you’re in the area stop in and hopefully you have a nice experience.
… moreUpdate: We returned and I brought my mom. This time, The alcapurria was a little under done. When the masa cooks properly it stiffens up and gets dark due to being cooked. These were still creamy and light inside. The owner made it a point to inform me I was wrong. So I guess every other time I’ve had them they have been wrong. This is still an awesome place to eat. Staff is very welcoming and patient. The food is delicious. The trifongo was really really good. I would recommend. If you’re in the area stop in and hopefully you have a nice experience.
Carol Ortiz
Walking in you immediate hear the coqui and the salsa in the background. Makes you feel right at home. The aromas made me excited for the food. Ordered jugó de parcha, sorullos con mayo ketchup, red snapped dish and the unforgettable tres leches. Best authentic Puertorrican food in the area!
… moreStephen Grasseth
Stopped by The Fricken Rican and felt right at home. The pork chops were tender, well-seasoned, and full of flavor, and the rice and beans tasted like real comfort food. Portions are solid, prices are fair, and the staff is warm and welcoming.
Simple, authentic Puerto Rican food como en casa de abuela.
… moreSimple, authentic Puerto Rican food como en casa de abuela.
Susan Pagan Hilton
A Taste of Home in NYC: The Freakin Rican Delivers!
On our recent visit to NYC from New Hampshire, my daughters and I made it a point to stop at The Freakin Rican—and wow, am I glad we did! From the moment we walked in and heard the cheerful coquí frog chime, we knew we were somewhere special. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with just the right touch of Puerto Rican flair.
Now, let’s talk about the food. Every dish felt like a love letter to the island. We tried the mofongo (perfection!), arroz con gandules, pasteles, and plátanos maduros. Each bite tasted just like home—rich, flavorful, and comforting. The pasteles were such a hit that I couldn’t leave without buying a dozen frozen ones to share with family and friends back in New Hampshire.
If you’re craving authentic Puerto Rican comfort food in the heart of NYC, The Freakin Rican is a must-visit. We left with full bellies, happy hearts, and plans to come back on our next trip. Highly recommend!
… moreOn our recent visit to NYC from New Hampshire, my daughters and I made it a point to stop at The Freakin Rican—and wow, am I glad we did! From the moment we walked in and heard the cheerful coquí frog chime, we knew we were somewhere special. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with just the right touch of Puerto Rican flair.
Now, let’s talk about the food. Every dish felt like a love letter to the island. We tried the mofongo (perfection!), arroz con gandules, pasteles, and plátanos maduros. Each bite tasted just like home—rich, flavorful, and comforting. The pasteles were such a hit that I couldn’t leave without buying a dozen frozen ones to share with family and friends back in New Hampshire.
If you’re craving authentic Puerto Rican comfort food in the heart of NYC, The Freakin Rican is a must-visit. We left with full bellies, happy hearts, and plans to come back on our next trip. Highly recommend!