Where to Eat in Culebra

Culebra may feel like a remote tropical island, but this archipelago 17 miles (25 km) east of Puerto Rico’s mainland has no shortage of excellent places to eat.

From gourmet seafood restaurants to come-as-you-are roadside kiosks serving classic Puerto Rican comfort foods, there’s something for every taste and budget on Culebra.

Here are a few fantastic local favorites:

Restaurant Caracoles

You can feast your eyes as well as your taste buds on the magnificent seafood platters at Restaurant Caracoles, situated close to the ferry terminal on the water. Entice your senses with shrimp, deep-fried mahi-mahi, grouper, filet mignon, and so much more, all served in exquisite and unexpected ways. Be sure to save room for the tiramisu for dessert — a favorite among the families and couples who visit here time and time again.

Dinghy Dock

Look for the bright-blue building right on the ferry canal and you’ll know you’ve found Dinghy Dock, a laid-back indoor/outdoor restaurant that is one of the the most popular hangouts on the island. Dinghy Dock specializes in Puerto Rican criollo (creole) cuisine, and the menu is packed with grilled meats and fish. A few standouts include swordfish, yellowtail, lobster, coconut shrimp, sirloin steaks, burgers, and BBQ pork spare ribs. The open-air setting makes this place a crowd favorite, and the adjacent bar is usually filled with locals and tourists alike.

Susie’s

Puerto Rican flavors meet Asian flair at this charming restaurant tucked into the hills near many inns and guesthouses. Gourmet dishes at Susie's include snapper fillet with roasted garlic cream, glazed lamb chops, fresh octopus salad, tuna sushi rolls, and garam masala-encrusted grouper with a tarragon, lime, and coconut aioli. Dine beneath the stars and delight in the unexpected fusion of these two cuisines.

Zaco’s Tacos

When you're looking for a quick and tasty bite to eat in Culebra, an order of nachos and fish tacos from Zaco’s Tacos is sure to do the trick! Their limited menu is nothing short of mouthwatering, and their margaritas are the perfect refresher for a hot and sunny day.

Group arriving in Culebra — Travelers can catch a quick flight to Culebra from SJU or Isla Grande airports.

Culebra Visitors Fee

As of May 2023, all visitors must pay a small fee to reach Culebra by air or sea. This charge is included when purchasing your ferry ticket in the Ceiba terminal or from any digital platform selected and used to sell and reserve boarding tickets to the small island.

Learn more about getting to Culebra and Vieques