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Lechonera La Piraña

8.5 • Puerto Rican restaurant
🎯 Authentic
🦞 Seafood
🥘 Food
🚚 Food Trucks
💎 Hidden Gems
🌿 Buy Marijuana
🏷️ Affordable
🎉 Party
🏷️ Cheap
🤩 Lively
Energetic
🔒 Private
🥓 Cracklins
🎉 Fun Activities
🍽️ Lunch Spot
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Small food cart packed with authentic Puerto Rican atmosphere and lively social energy. Lines form early as people gather around an old trailer decorated with tchotchkes and photos, creating a legendary local spot despite its humble, worn appearance.
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People are saying

"The food here is authentic Puerto Rican flavor."

"The authentic lechon here is super flavorful with crispy skin."

"The seafood platter was delicious."

Good to know

1

The restaurant opens at 12 noon on Saturdays and Sundays.

2

You should arrive early to avoid a long line, as it gets busy once opened.

3

Come early and be prepared to wait in line for about an hour.

Map showing 766 E 152nd St
Lechonera La Piraña
8.5
766 E 152nd St, Bronx, New York, United States
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