The best mofongo in Puerto Rico, according to our community

Mofongo: an Afro-Caribbean dish sold year-round at countless restaurants across the archipelago. Its consumption and popularity help make the plantain, its main ingredient, one of the most important crops in Puerto Rico.

Local demand for plantains

In 2023, the flour-based products that generated the most revenue in Puerto Rico were plantains, with green bananas in second place.

That is according to the Perfil del Agricultor Puertorriqueño of 2023, a study by the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics. According to the study, 45% of farmers had their highest sales from plantains, and a third of them (29%) from green bananas.

Although Puerto Rico produces only between 10 and 15% of the food consumed here, the fresh plantains (with the peel on) that we buy are always local.

by Andrea Perez

The Department of Agriculture prohibits importing them to prevent pests from other countries from affecting local production. However, peeled plantains and foods prepared with plantains are often imported from other countries.

Fresh plantains are only imported during times of scarcity and high demand, as happened after hurricanes María and Fiona, in 2017 and 2022.

There is no question that the plantain is the most consumed starchy crop produced here. But one question remains: where is the best mofongo in Puerto Rico?

11 places to eat mofongo in Puerto Rico

As usual, we turned to our community, and you answered. After more than a thousand responses, and with more than 400 restaurants mentioned, we present the 11 places to eat the best mofongo in Puerto Rico, according to Platea PR's followers.

Mofongo in San Juan

1. El Mofongo Ahogao

Town: San Juan

What was once a small café inside a funeral home is now a restaurant that apparently serves the best mofongo on the whole island. With 30 years in business, these people know what they are doing. If you are interested, one of their most sought-after mofongos is served in broth with cuerito on top. Morbid mofongo? No, mofongo that is delicious.

2. Raíces

Town: Caguas – San Juan

Founded in 2002, Raíces specializes in criolla cuisine and celebrates Puerto Rican traditions in its aesthetic. The success of its menu and dishes has allowed it to expand multiple times, with its original restaurant in Caguas and two more in San Juan. Our readers emphasized that the mofongo at the Caguas location is the cream of the crop.

Mofongo in Isabela

3. By Cheff's

Town: Isabela

In second place came By Cheff's, the culinary project of chef David Cabán. The restaurant, winner of the Mofongo Challenge Tour de 2017, has earned the affection of hundreds as the go-to spot for mofongo in the northwest. Its variety of stuffed mofongos offers something for every palate.

📍Add this spot to your list of stops to make in Isabela.

Mofongo in Bayamón

4. Willy's Mofongos y Arepa

Town: Bayamón

In third place, our readers chose Willy's Mofongos y Arepa, a food truck located in Bayamón that opened a few years ago. Its mofongos have earned a loyal following with a clear message: they are unmatched. Our readers say this business, which specializes in mofongo and seafood, gives you everything you need and more. We are putting ourselves down for a Mofongo de Mar y Tierra.

5. La Casita Martell

Town: Bayamón

Bayamón also seems to have a good reputation among our readers for its mofongos. If you love a karaoke night, head to La Casita Martell, order your favorite mofongo and close out the night singing at the top of your lungs. Let us know whether you should pair the mofongo with conch, octopus or shrimp.

Mofongo in Coamo

6. La Ceiba Bar & Restaurant

Town: Coamo

In the center of the island sits this eye-catching spot specializing in mofongos. If you are looking for a less traditional, more creative mofongo, try El Navideño: a mofongo dish that combines rice, lechón, cuerito and mofongo. The road trip will be worth it, and do not forget to take a photo of the mofongo.

Mofongo in Aguada

7. Plátano Loco

Town: Aguada

Word has it that the west makes good mofongo. Our readers seem to agree. Plátano Loco has been serving mofongo for three decades, since 1991. Here you can find everything from the most traditional to the most experimental. Beyond their selection of mofongos, they are known for their extensive menu of plantain-based dishes, including sandwiches, hot dogs, pizzas, platanutres and more. Go with an open mind and an empty stomach.

Mofongo in Rincón

8. Red Flamboyán

Town: Rincón

In seventh place, our readers voted for Red Flamboyan. This restaurant in Rincón opened its doors 12 years ago, and since then has specialized in traditional mofongos served with meats, seafood and vegetables.

📍While you're there, take advantage of a perfect spot to watch the sunset.

Mofongo in San Sebastián

9. El Yugo 2

Town: San Sebastián

Just 15 minutes from Gozalandia sits this hidden gem among the hills of San Sebastián. This restaurant is known for its approach to authentic Puerto Rican cooking, and in particular for never missing when it comes to serving a good mofongo. The mofongo stuffed or paired with churrasco seems to have something special, according to our readers.

Mofongo in Arecibo

10. El Pilón de Mamita

Town: Arecibo

El Pilón de Mamita tied for 10th place. This food truck in Arecibo has built a strong reputation for its variety of seafood served with mofongos, plantain baskets and tostones, among other dishes. According to our readers, the quality of the mofongo speaks for itself.

11. Restaurante Salpicón