The Freakin Rican is preparing to open its second location in Teaneck.

The restaurant, which specializes in Puerto Rican cuisine, currently operates in Astoria.

Serveing traditional dishes such as pernil, mofongo, pastelón, alcapurrias, and a selection of classic desserts, it will occupy the former Bischoff’s space.

The business was founded by Executive Chef Derick Lopez, who launched The Freakin Rican brand in 2014 after starting out at New York City street fairs.

Lopez, a Bronx native, combined his culinary passion and marketing background to grow the brand, which now includes a restaurant, cooking products, a YouTube channel, and catered events.

According to a recent social media post, the opening was shared tentatively as September 3rd.

The Freakin Rican
468 Cedar Lane
Teaneck, NJ
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[photo source: The Freakin Rican]