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Mofongo, fried green plantains crushed with fresh garlic and olive oil with housemade Pique de Piña from El Coqui Puerto Rican Cuisine Friday, May 8, 2026 in downtown Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

After 17 Years, Santa Rosa’s El Coqui Still Feels Like the Best House Party in Town

May 2026

With sangria, salsa and a loyal following, El Coqui has spent nearly two decades bringing Puerto Rican comfort food and cha-cha-cha charm to Santa Rosa.