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Café Tompy & Café Tomas CARIBBEAN $$
( 787-840-1965; cnr Reina Isabel & Mayor; mains $4-20; lunch & dinner) The
no-frills cafeteria lunch counter at Tompy is Ponce's most reliable lunch, drawing locals
who pile up plates of assorted comida criolla - most of which costs around $7 - and park
at the plastic tables. The adjoining Tomas has similarly tasty food with sit-down service,
table linen and higher prices (mains $11 to $30).
Also recommended:
Chef's Creations FUSION $
( 787-848-8384; 100 Reina Isabel; mains $6-$12; lunch) A menu changes daily,
leaning toward international fusions of local fare, such as the delicious Paella Con To-
stones.
Rincón Argentino STEAK HOUSE $$$
( 787-284-1762; cnr Salud & Reina Isabel; mains $10-26; dinner) This upscale
steak house is mannish, though romantic, boasting a lengthy wine list.
Edan Deli & Juice Bar VEGETARIAN, DELI $
(cnrVilla&Torres;mains$2-7, lunch; ) Within an organic grocery store, this deli
offers veggie and vegan salads and sandwiches and fresh juices.
Drinking & Entertainment
Ponce nightlife is at the mercy of capricious college crowds who pack little restaurant-cum-
bars around the plaza to slam drinks and grind to reggaetón. Hot spots change often and
last as long as some celebrity marriages. The scene at La Guancha is also festive, but a bit
more reserved and populated with families earlier in the evening. Both the Ponce Hilton
and the Holiday Inn have modest casinos, but there's more stylish action at the Hilton,
where there's also a club.
Archipielago COCKTAIL LOUNGE
( www.archipielagopr.com ; Cristina 76; lunch & dinner Wed-Fri, dinner Sat &
Sun) Those who don't eat at Ponce's elegant newcomer should at least visit the rooftop
lounge for expert cocktails and the stunning view. The passion fruit mojito crowns a bar
menu rounded out by frosty bottles of Puerto Rican craft beer and wine by the glass.
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