Opiniones Ostra Cosa

I had my favorite meal while in PR at Ostra Cosa. I got the Papa Real Esparracha or the Royal Smashed Potato. It was smashed red potatoes topped with lightly sautéed fresh vegetables and cheese, which was then broiled so the cheese got melty in places and crispy in others. It was served with drizzles of two house sauces - one similar to a bechamel and the other a common sauce in PR that seems like a combo of ketchup and mayo. Then finished with your choice of meat. My server, Roberto, recommended the churrasco and the camarones and I would stick with that. He was also super friendly, accommodating, and attentive even when the entire restaurant filled unexpectedly. When it slowed down, Roberto generously answered my questions about where to find salsa dancing and yoga classes in the area and on a subsequent night (because I went back again for the Papa Real) gave me advice about how to find good mofongo and other great food in the area as well as how to best travel to nearby towns. Great food, exceptional service. Go there.

A little background: I grew up in San Diego. My mom had a friend who owned a Mooney, and they would fly down to Punta Final, Baja California, and bring back Pacific spiny lobsters (and abalone). Later, in Lancaster, CA, there was a Mexican restaurant that served Pacific spiny lobsters Puerto Vallarta style. Since then, I have not had spiny lobsters. We live on the West Coast, but everyone serves Maine lobsters! What's up with that? Monday, my wife and I were walking from Castillo San Felipe del Morro, looking for a taxi to get back to Condado, when we walked by Ostra Cosa. We could not resist the Caribbean spiny lobsters! We shared one, broiled, that was a little over 2 kilos. After three decades, I finally ate spiny lobster again! Delicious, and much better than Maine lobsters. Thursday we made Ostra Cosa our destination for dinner. My wife picked out a 3.6 kilo lobster, and someone joked that I needed to pick one out for myself. My wife said she was going to eat one by herself. Hahaha... Oh, wait. She's serious! The owner, Alberto, was sitting next to the tank, and was very friendly and helped us make our choice. He recommended the lobster stuffed with white fish, shrimps, scallops, squid rings, and topped with oysters on the half-shell. We decided to split the 3.6 kg lobster, and have smashed potatoes and fried sweet plantains with it. Alberto treated us to a taste of the best ceviche I've ever had. I don't remember the name of our drinks, but they were ones Ostra Cosa is known for. Ostra Cosa makes fantastic spiny lobsters. The staff are very friendly, and very helpful. Alberto is a great host. I enjoyed chatting with him. The atmosphere is nice, and I think our enjoyment of the lobsters drew some people in. *L* (OK, it may have been the lobster tank on display.) On Thursday, we were entertained my Mitzy the cat, who is also very friendly. We are absolutely returning to Ostra Cosa the next time we visit Puero Rico. Thank you, Alberto!

We ate there 2x..Enrique was very nice. Try the green lipped mussels. The sole was fabulous. Mojito was the best I've ever had. Rice and beans were tasty but a little dry. And the civiche was lacking ..portion was huge, but only lime and fish...I like onion, hot sauce, etc.

We had the grilled prawns � and carne crispy cheese crepe. It was phenomenal!! Serviced as outstanding. The bartender was very informative about the menu.

Amazing place. Food was on point and the personalize service was superb. Can't wait to go back

Food is amazing. Compliments to the chef. Drinks are also on point . Waiters are nice and welcoming.

Might be the best shrimp I've ever tasted. And I lived in louisiana 14 years. Delicious salad too.