La Habichuela Guisá Menu

La Habichuela Guisá brings the authentic, hearty flavors of traditional Puerto Rican cuisine to Guaynabo in a charming, modern setting. Drawing inspiration from island grandmothers' recipes and classic criollo cooking, the menu showcases specialty rice and bean combinations—pink beans, red beans, white beans, black beans, chickpeas (garbanzos), and gandules pigeon peas—alongside slow-simmered stews and grilled specialties. A separate bar area, covered and open outdoor patio seating, and a welcoming atmosphere make this spot ideal for family dinners or casual meetups. The restaurant takes pride in handcrafted cocktails, each waitress personally preparing unique drinks such as the white parcha sangria. Happy hour food specials, a private dining room, and a variety of Puerto Rican comfort dishes accommodate different dining needs.

The menu is designed to celebrate Puerto Rican culinary traditions with generous portions and intense criollo flavors. For those seeking the signature house specialty, the Chuleta Kan Kan delivers a massive, crispy fried pork chop that has earned praise from guests. The Arroz Mamposteao serves as the restaurant's defining side—rice and beans mixed together (sometimes with crispy pork chunks) and available with any bean choice: pink, red, white, black, or chickpeas. From the appetizer section, the Sorullitos de Maiz (corn fritters) are a hit with young diners, while the Aranitas (shredded green plantain fritters) offer a crispy outside with a soft, delicious interior. The Pa' los Bravos appetizer platter features grilled sausage (chorizo), blood sausage (morcilla), and longaniza—the morcilla was particularly well-received. Aguacates Rellenos (stuffed avocados) add a fresh, creative starter option as well.

The entrees highlight both meat and seafood lovers' favorites. The Pionono de Amarillo combines sweet, fried, mashed yellow plantains stuffed with ground beef, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Carne Frita (fried pork chunks) arrives crispy on the outside, moist and tender inside, served over rice and pink beans. The Churrasco (grilled skirt steak) is cooked to the perfect medium temperature, often paired with arroz mamposteao. For a true island mashup, the Gallinita Rellena de Mamposteao features stuffed chicken with mamposteao rice, while the Pechuga de Pollo Empanada en Platano wraps a tender chicken breast in a sweet plantain empanada shell. Mofongo is available in various stuffed versions—with churrasco steak, corned beef, or shrimp, among other options. Alitas (chicken wings) and Mar y Tierra (surf and turf) plates add further variety as well.

The bar program complements the dining experience with handcrafted cocktails highlighted by the white parcha sangria, which has earned special praise from guests. The restaurant serves a variety of natural juices and sodas as non‑alcoholic alternatives. For dessert, Flan de Queso (cheese flan) and Flan de Queso y Guayaba (cheese and guava flan) are offered, delivering sweet finishes to the meal. The dining space includes indoor seating, covered and open outdoor patio seating, and a separate bar area. Service options include happy hour food, a private dining room for group occasions, great cocktails, and convenient takeout. La Habichuela Guisá's menu invites guests to explore authentic Puerto Rican flavors, from slow-simmered beans and savory rice to crispy pork chops and handcrafted sangria, all in a warm, welcoming Guaynabo atmosphere.