El Nuevo Acuario•Carolina, PR

Seafood•$30 and under

Nestled in a quaint fishing village just five minutes outside San Juan, ElNuevo Acuario offers an authentic taste of the sea. This charming, family-run seafood restaurant is a hidden gem where the daily catch arrives straight from the local fishermen’s boats to your plate. The rustic setting, with ocean views and a warm, laid-back atmosphere, creates the perfect backdrop for enjoying fresh Caribbean flavors. From grilled lobster, whole fried fish to steak and mofongo stuffed with shrimp, every dish is a celebration of Puerto Rico’s coastal bounty. Locals and visitors alike come for the food, but stay for the genuine hospitality and the unbeatable seaside vibe.