Pasión Por el Fogón

El Yunque & East Coast


Seafood rice, churrasco a la Pasión and lobster mofongo are among the specialties from chef Myrta Pérez. The fresh snapper in garlic sauce also wins praise. Listed as one of Puerto Rico’s leading Mesónes Gastronómicos with an impressive wine list, this upscale place is perfect for a special night out.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby El Yunque & East Coast attractions

1. Parque las Croabas

1.28 MILES

On the eastern side of Fajardo's peninsula, this small seaside park is edged by seafood restaurants looking across the water to Culebra. There's not much…

2. Playa Seven Seas

1.5 MILES

On the southwestern shore of Las Cabezas' peninsula, Playa Seven Seas is a sheltered, palm-shaded, horseshoe-shaped public beach. Quiet at times, it gets…

3. Cabezas de San Juan Reserva Natural

1.69 MILES

A nodule of land on Puerto Rico’s northeast tip, this Para La Naturaleza–run reserve protects the Laguna Grande bioluminescent bay, rare flora and fauna,…

4. El Faro de las Cabezas de San Juan

2.63 MILES

Built in 1882, El Faro de las Cabezas de San Juan is Puerto Rico’s oldest lighthouse. Adorned with rich neoclassical detail and topped by a distinctive…

5. Puerto del Rey

4.24 MILES

Standing behind a breakwater 2 miles south of Fajardo and around 5.5 miles north of the ferry dock, this is one of the largest marinas (more than 1000 wet…

6. Playa La Pared

5.57 MILES

A block from Luquillo’s plaza, this is the place to catch a surf break, admire the sculpture by local artist Carlos Guzmán, grab a bite from a gourmet…

7. Medio Mundo y Daguao Reserva Natural

5.89 MILES

Pioneering nonprofit Para la Naturaleza acquired 3408 acres of land in the Roosevelt Roads US Navy base for conservation purposes. Currently, it offers…

8. Las Paylas

6.22 MILES

This series of natural waterslides in El Yunque's foothills is popular with locals, especially on weekends. The water bounces over boulders, ending in a…