So yesterday was my birthday and being a holiday (Holy Friday) I figured everything would be closed. To my surprise not everything was and we ended up at Cocina Abierta in Condado. Thank the #culinarygods! This place was phenomenal.
The concept is different to your typical restaurant. The menu is divided in 4 acts with small servings with the sole purpose that you order several items and try more than one thing. The portions are just right: Big enough to share, and small enough to order 2 or 3 items. Since it was my birthday, I did not go stingy. We ordered a plate from each act and dessert. Oh boy! I’m going there again.
Aside from the delicious food, they have an extensive wine list and wine pairing suggestions for every plate on their menu. Since we already had a few beers, we didn’t go with wine, but the “adventurous pairing” option certainly called my attention. Perhaps next time…
So, I’ll let the photos speak for themselves. Unfortunately, Act II plate (Seared scallops) never made it to the photo. (I was really hungry!)
Act I: Fried Calamari with coconut milk and chives
Act II: Seared Scallops (Sorry, no pic).
Act III: Pork Tenderloin Cambodia Style (not sure this was the exact name)
Act IV: Seared Duck with Green Mole and Pico de Gallo
Desserts: Make sure you leave room for it!
Citrus: Deconstructed Lemon Tart
Chocolate:
Puerto Rico Yararí 