1
a
: an open pie containing any of various sweet or savory fillings
b
: custard baked with a caramel glaze
2
: the metal disk of a coin, token, or medal as distinguished from the design and lettering stamped on it
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The flan, like my banana bread, is made with cinnamon and other warm spices.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Classic Puerto Rican dishes like mofongo shine, while fresh favorites like fish tacos and coconut flan are menu highlights.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
Some of the specials are 20% off all orders, a $9 burrito bowl, 12-piece family meal for $25 and free flan or churros with purchase.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
The flan is a version of creme caramel; it can be cooked early in the day and reheated.
—Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2025
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026
Classic Puerto Rican dishes like mofongo shine, while fresh favorites like fish tacos and coconut flan are menu highlights.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 2 Jan. 2026
Some of the specials are 20% off all orders, a $9 burrito bowl, 12-piece family meal for $25 and free flan or churros with purchase.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
The flan is a version of creme caramel; it can be cooked early in the day and reheated.
—Jeffrey Steingarten, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2025
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“Flan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flan. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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