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It was midweek and my husband and I weren't perticularly hungry but didn't want stay in. After all it Puerto Viejo, get out and mingle!!! We were walking down one of the small streets leading to the main street from our Airbnb. Yes, one of those streets that if I were in a place NOT Puerto Viejo I would be a lot more nervous, but here it's just another street that needs common sense navigation. That when we spotted Joe's, a small cozy and inviting space- definitely not pretentious. We sat down and were offered the menu right away. It was Jason who helped us and informed us that the menu is his mother's Caribbean recipes. I ordered the ribs and my husband ordered the oxtails. We normally opt for vegetarian meals, but we felt like tasting Caribbean as recommended by Jason. While we were waiting it started to rain and we needed to move further in to avoid getting wet. Then my mom called and I needed more privacy, again we moved further into the seating space. Staff was super patient with all our moves. When our meals came out, I forgot I wasn't hungry. The smell made my mouth water and cleaned my plate. Hubby cleared his plate too. We had a little of the Caribbean sauce left and I didn't want to waste it, it was soooo goood. I asked for me a few to go container. They do staff obliged, no questions, no eye rolls. In fact, she was a sweetheart and told me she add a little more for me. I added it my white rice the next day for a great side at home. Fantastic experience. I highly recommend it.
