I was born and raised in Salinas, PR known for its delicious seafood and, of course, any other authentic Puertorrican food you can think of. Eating at De Rican definitely hit the spot and felt like eating back home. Friendly staff and truly delicious food. Oh, and the sangria was outstanding! Definitely going back.
The food is on point, true to the boricua culture. It was rich with the islands flavor. I left full and satisfied with leftovers for lunch for the next day. They have generous portions and fair prices. That being said, the service there is a bit to be desired. I was in a party of 3. We waited for over an hour for our food to be served. The waitress never came over to explain why or offer her apologies. In fact, I drank 2 glasses of water, (mine and my brother-in-law's) and she didn't return to offer us refills. The place was in dire need of staff members. I gave it 4 stars because if you have the time to wait, I feel you will agree that it was time well spent. I'm grateful for the wonderful company of my husband and his brother. Lord knows, I am not the most patient person, especially when it comes to waiting for food....lol.
Great food, just like you where in PR, those alcapurrias tho, and the mofongo! Is very hard to get carrucho and I was able to eat a mofongo relleno de carrucho y pulpo que it was to die for. Give them a try, you won’t regret it.
Best Puerto Rican food in Virginia. One bite sends me straight to San Juan. Try the mofongo, it's to die for .
First time here and loved it. Flavors were amazing!! Service was fast and staff was friendly. Our server Yineliz was so sweet and really great!! Will definitley come back!!
Omg best meal !!! All I can say is the red snapper is the bomb !!! We go once a week
Amazing! I’m Puerto Rican and it tastes like home especially the seafood mofongo which is not in the menu because you have to ask for it! Get it, eat it, love it!
If you are anywhere in the area and enjoy Puerto Rican food, you better get over to de Rican Chef.
The atmosphere is elegant, yet family friendly. The staff is very welcoming, knowledgeable and nice.
It’s a winner!
I am from jersey and i was there this weekend the food the service and workers it there where so professional and kind.loved it you got to go...
Delicious food!!!! Judge by a real cook!
Excelent customers service
Beautiful/ clean space
I will drive 4 hours again just for that pulpo 🐙 !!!!
And the best Guava Sangria ever!!!!!
The food is amazing! My first time here and I will definitely be back and telling anyone that listens how great this place is! Keep up the great work!!!
The food was terrific! We love the atmosphere and our server was kind and helpful. The food was quite filling. The margaritas were amazing too. This is our second time back. Thanks for a great experience!
Food was good overall. We got cubanos and fried plantains. The sandwich was quite good but plantain tasteless and dry (thus 4 Stars). Normally when cooked this way you get a sauce, not here. Servers are very nice but a bit slow.
I visited this place for the first time in 2021 and it was amazing. I visited again a couple of days ago and it felt that it was better. The ambiance of the place is very relaxed and reminded me of being back home in Puerto Rico. The flavors are amazing and the food selection is vast and priced right. If you’re in town give them a visit, I can guarantee you it will be worth it. Check the sangria too…
Amazing service they went out and beyond to make us feel happy with the service. Thank you De rican staff we enjoyed our meal very much
Everyone here is amazing!! Luis bartender is best on east coast, and PR, you must have his mojito. Cubano sandwich and shrimp gumbo!
Puerto Rican food at its best in Virginia Beach, place has grown and has a nice bar now. Luigi is the best bartender in the area, Raquel is an awesome owner who cares about the quality of the food.
Recommend it to all to try!
Visiting Dam Neck Naval Base. Found this place by talking to someone on base. The atmosphere is great, service is good with a full bar. The food was very good and mostly impressed with the pasteles, arroz con gandules y las abichuelas. A most to try if you are in the mood for authentic Puerto Rican food.
First time here food was amazing and best mojito I’ve had since moving to VA Beach area!
Everything here was excellent! The service, the drinks, the food, the ambiance. 100% real Puerto Rican food like you'd find on the island or a Puerto Rican mama's kitchen. I couldn't find anything to be unhappy about. We will be back!
Great authentic Spanish food my favorite is mofongo & pollo criollo. Drinks are on 💯 best I had so far . Definitely give this place a try you’ll love it. Reason for the 4 star is because I love to call to place my order ahead time and sometimes I never get an answer.
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