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The pastechi are FIRE—best on the island.
I honestly fell in love with them.
Fried but not oily, with a flaky exterior that holds its shape and a moist, flavorful inside.
Tried the pastechi con queso and carne—the cheese one was my favorite. It reminded me of my go-to Ecuadorian empanadas del viento. The carne version tasted like a cross between a beef patty and an empanada—like an authentic Jamaican beef patty had a child with an Ecuadorian empanada.
The breakfast sandwich was good too—soft bread with avocado spread, egg, cheese, and jamón.
This was my first time trying pastechi and it set the bar.
I searched and ate at more pastechi trucks and stops during my trip—some came close, but none were better. I made sure this was one of my last stops before leaving.
Also, don’t skip the fresh strawberry juice (fresa)—refreshing and worth it.