El Bajareque
$ • Puerto Rican, Latin American, Vegetarian
Hours:
278 NW 36th St, Miami
(305) 576-5170
About El Bajareque
Customers' Favorites
Bistec Encebollado Palomilla Steak with Onions
Chicharron De Pollo Chicken Chunks Mofongo
Pork Chunks Masita De Puerco with 2 Sides
Palomilla Palomilo Steak
Mofongo Con Camarones
Roasted Pork Sandwich
Chicharrón De Pollo
Chicharones de Pollo
Jibarito Sandwich
Churrasco Mofongo
El Bajareque Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 6PM |
| Sunday | 9AM - 5PM |
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El Bajareque is a casual Puerto Rican spot that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it a comfort spot for many locals. The restaurant serves a variety of traditional dishes, including Alcapurias, Mofongo, and Arroz Con Gandules with Pork Chunks. Guests can enjoy hearty dinner plates, breakfast, and lunch specials, all connected by soulful Caribbean flavors. Meals are made to order, so guests should be prepared for a short wait, especially when the dining room is full of happy, hungry guests. The restaurant features steak sandwiches and coffee, including a refreshing frozen lemonade and a colada. Daily specials are available, and prices are reasonable. The staff quickly recognizes regular guests and their orders, providing personalized service.
Customers often praise the delicious, fresh food, mentioning dishes like bacalaito, mofongo con carne frita, and the generous portions of Lechon Asado. Many appreciate the authentic flavors that remind them of home, with bold tastes and a comforting feel. The warm bread with butter and garlic dip complement the meals well. While many consider El Bajareque the best Puerto Rican food spot in Miami, some reviews note that service can be slow and that staff could be friendlier. Overall, the restaurant provides good food, hearty portions, and a genuine Puerto Rican experience in the heart of little San Juan.