Totally authentic and I am a fan.
Small Family business while often unsuccessful, sometimes delivers an experience that you can't extract from the large chains. The friendly service, tasty food, and atmosphere here all make you feel like the ocean should be nearby.... no such luck in AZ though.
Everything was clean and well kept...
The music was loud and proud...
Honestly I just felt like I was on vacation with my wife and the food was quite good. We ordered tostones, mofongo, and fried pork chops with red beans and rice. Everything tasted great and came out hot and on time. People were dancing on the mini stage next to us while they waited for their order and I can't say I wasn't tapping my foot to the beat. The owner thanked me for coming once everything was wrapped up and cracked a few jokes to lighten the wait for the receipt.
This is the closest to what I have had in PR here in Phoenix and I would suggest it to anyone who wants to try something new. Great place I will defiantly be back, and hope you can enjoy it too.
It's cheap too! price point around 10-15 per head.
Only cons:
Neighborhood
you smelling like pork after leaving :)