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La Borinqueña Restaurant

Restaurant Latin american restaurant Puerto rican restaurant

Classic Puerto Rican food served cafeteria-style in a snug, no-frills storefront. People often mention good, delicious, time, recommend, restaurant,


Address

466 S Main St, Waterbury, CT 06706

Website

www.laborinquenarestaurant.com

Contact

(203) 756-8845

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (619 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 8 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 7 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Tatiana R. 3 years ago on Google
    I love this place...!!! I wish it was near my hometown. The food was delicious, big portions and the adult drinks were yummy. The ladies from the entrance and serves were really attentive and answered all our questions. Also they told us about their specials which it was nice. Family friendly and the tres leches was sooo good. FYI it’s pricey but it’s worth it. You get what you pay for so my family and I are happy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Don G. 2 years ago on Google
    I love supporting local Latin cuisine, and my stomach agrees. They are constantly busy, prices are reasonable. I usually go in once or twice a month for alcapurrias and other fried snacks, which most of the time is fresh, but there has been a few times they were a bit dry. And almost inedible, but when they are done right they sure are good!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ABoricuaLifeinUSA! “Cars V. 2 years ago on Google
    Check my youtube channel ABoricuaLifeinUSA and follow me in Instagram. The real deal puertorican food everything fresh and tasty. The service was really friendly. Felt at home. Prices are really inexpensive. Small place so it's mainly take out. Really recommend you won't be disappointed .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Drown C. 1 year ago on Google
    Walked in my dude stopped eating wiped his mouth with his hands and proceeded to take orders. This restaurant to good to do things like that.... 1st time disappointed....But Food is good...#washyahands
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naly R. 7 months ago on Google
    delicious puerto rican food and affordable prices, highly recommended 👍🏻

  • 4/5 Edwin P. 10 months ago on Google
    Never tried Puerto Rican food before, but I think they food was good, I’m a picky person so maybe you should try it yourself

  • 5/5 Lori A. P. 6 months ago on Google
    Absolutely 💯 delicious 😋 I will definitely go back for more.

  • 5/5 Edwin S. 7 months ago on Google
    Very nice place to eat good food I will recommend to all my friends and family a very special part of Puerto Rico with good seasoning

  • 5/5 Barbara R. 1 year ago on Google
    I love❤ this place we eat here at least 3x a week food is fresh all the time 🔥and we do the breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • 5/5 Julianna S. 10 months ago on Google
    Super good food, the empanadas were amazing and the portion size of everything was very filling!

  • 3/5 Victoria 1 year ago on Google
    Small restaurant and limited seating area. The staff is pleasant. No menus for in restaurant or takeout. Selections can be somewhat difficult if you're not familiar with certain dishes. I ordered a small arroz con gandules( rice with pigeon peas) and pernil ( pork shoulder). Both dishes could've used more seasoning and pernil was a bit overcooked therefore somewhat dry, I did not like this dish. In all fairness, I did not order any additional items that I can honestly rate or recommend. Locals seem to come in and order but no long lines.

  • 5/5 Paul C. 11 months ago on Google
    Best PR Food i've ever had little small plthe food is amazing must go there 10☆

  • 5/5 Polo 7. 10 months ago on Google
    First time having Ecuadorian food. So, I played it safe and got the chicken tamale. Fabulous 👍👍👏👏

  • 4/5 Juan Q. 1 year ago on Google
    Great classic Puerto Rican dishes definitely one of the better establishments around.

  • 1/5 Boss Don P. 1 year ago on Google
    My girlfriend got food poisoning from here about 4-5 days ago. She had the Pernil meal and was throwing up in bed the rest of the day into the night.

  • 5/5 Edwin B. 1 year ago on Google
    Honestly I’ve lived here a year now and recently discovered this place…affordable prices and delicious food

  • 5/5 Usinda T. 1 year ago on Google
    Everytime I head home for Christmas we have to stop and get some food. It's a small restaurant. It has a few tables and chairs. Service is quick and efficient. The food is so good.

  • 5/5 Todd G. 1 year ago on Google
    small place..but incredible authentic Puerto Rican food. not bad prices. don't blink or you will miss it. would recommend highly

  • 5/5 Angel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and friendly customer service.

  • 5/5 Jesus M. Correa J. 1 year ago on Google
    I like eating here everyone is real nice and the food is good.

  • 5/5 Michael R. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food, Excellent price, good friendly service. I go 5 times a week.

  • 5/5 Nashaly S. 1 year ago on Google
    I just finished my takeout from there and I am 100% satisfied! Everything was delicious and fresh ❤️ I highly recommend this Spanish restaurant!!

  • 5/5 Kendra G. 2 years ago on Google
    best spanish food in waterbury

  • 5/5 Rosie M. 2 years ago on Google
    Every time I go to La Borinqueña the food is always delicious. I don't go often since being boricua I prefer to cook my own puerto rican food at home for my husband & I but it's always a nice treat. I recommend giving it a try.

  • 5/5 Luis C. 2 years ago on Google
    This is the spot for Puerto Rican food seriously go try it believe me 🔥🇵🇷 I been eat in this place since I move to waterbury they got the best empanadas

  • 5/5 Mario P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place, delicious and flavorful food!!

  • 5/5 Karen R. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the scents you are greeted with when you walk in the door here!!😁 This restaurant is great for Spanish comfort food. I find that the customer area and work space is always very clean and tidy. Every time I visit this place is busy but they keep customers moving. Parking on the street can be tricky at times with the busy intersection nearby. I usually get the stewed chicken or the pork over yellow rice with beans. This is the best place in Waterbury in my opinion.


Call (203) 756-8845 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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