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Bananas

Calle Flamboyan | Esperanza, Puerto Rico
7877418700
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Price range: RM24 - RM42
Cuisines: American, Caribbean, Bar, Chicken Wings
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Good for: Bar Scene, Groups
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours
Description: Bananas is known as the "Island Meeting Place". We are on island time, which means no worry, no hassle. People from all over come here to drink, eat and people watch. So come on in and have a beer...how about a frozen pina colada? Whatever your poison, let our friendly servers be your host. Want a burger? We have the best burgers in the Caribbean. We also have great wings, huge salads, new vegetarian and vegan entrees and more. We are happy to announce that we have expanded the outside seating area for your enjoyment. New menu items, new drinks and new seating make Bananas your new “old favorite hangout”. Come join us for happy hour Thursday nights UPSTAIRS from 5-7pm: free snacks and a chance to win your bar tab…what could be better?
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NYc
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Simple, affordable food. I had the blackened fish sandwich one day and the burger the next. Their banana coladas were great. You're right across from the beach, and the atmosphere is very casual. Full of Ex pats

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We are vegetarians!! and were scared before we found out this place. Ordered a Veggie Sandwich with Pina colada ... delicious!!! I miss Pina colada :( We had some friends who are not vegetarians and they loved the food too. We went there for Dinner and Lunch :)

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We were staying in Esperanza and by the end of the week Bananas was a daily stop! Banana Daiquiries were the best I have ever had. Enjoyed hamburgers and fries for afternoon snacks. Service was great. Fun people watching location.

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Missouri
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Great outside seating right on the Malecon in Esperanza. Service was slow, but that seems to be the norm in Vieques. Had the veggie sandwich with lentil salad, a refreshing break from all the deep fried bar foods. Husband had coconut encrusted grouper sandwich. All was very good, reasonably priced. Definitely NOT your average bar food.

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new jersey
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6 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

friendly bartender who made great margaritas. food was pretty good, had tostones, hummus w/ pita, and grilled veggie sandwich. good for a stop after the beach to hang and chat with the locals and of course, enjoy a margarita w/ lots of fresh lime.

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Stopped in during a day trip to Vieques. We had the best server, Margaret, who was super helpful with suggestions and recommendations. The best salad and sandwiches (super yummy) and the tastiest wine and beer. Combine all of that with the view, the atmosphere and the fact that we were in Esperanza. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.

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Louisville, Kentucky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

We enjoyed Bananas during our stay on Vieques. The service was slow but several tables sat quickly and there was only one server. Plus, you're on island time here. We didn't mind. The food was good and the atmosphere was better. We would recommend Bananas.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Go for the drinks, the view, the laid-back vibe & the friendly service. Food leaves much to be desired.

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Apopka, Florida
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25 restaurant reviews
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

That's about all that we had there. They were good, and it had a nice laid-back vibe about the place.

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10 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

I love this place!!!! About 15 min walk from sun bay beach. Great view of the ocean and food is fantastic! The blackened grouper and lentil salad are terrific!!!!! I'm craving it now!!!! Service is great too! I left my sunblock and the server ran after me down the street to give it to me!! Very nice guy! I am... More

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