The food was made to order. The service was direct but friendly. I came at 11pm and it was so…read morepeaceful. Not being from the area I felt safe. The food was delicious!

Buena comida, buen ambiente y servicio, cerveza bien fría. No se puede pedir más. Regresábamos de…read moreSábana Grande y después de varios intentos y no encontrar un lugar abierto con marisco apareció como magia.

Absolutely -- I'd make it feel like a genuine "we ate GOOD" review, especially since this was…read moreduring your bach trip: SO delicious! We came here during my bachelorette trip in Puerto Rico and everything we ordered was amazing. The food was fresh, flavorful, and genuinely some of the best we had on the trip. The chicken, rice and beans, plantains, avocado, everything hit. Even the drinks were so good. We ordered a little bit of everything for the table and there was honestly not one thing we didn't enjoy. Such a great spot for authentic Puerto Rican food and definitely somewhere I'd come back to whenever I'm in PR!

Trusting the Locals Doesn't Always Pay Off!…read more This is exactly why we like to do a walking food tour early in our trip. It's not just about discovering what to order and what to avoid, but also learning how to eat and enjoy the local food. On our first night in town, we ventured out on our own and stumbled upon this place. We usually trust the locals when deciding where to eat, and seeing a steady stream of people coming and going made us think the food must be good, right? The prices were reasonable, too, so we decided to give it a try. Now I understand why it's popular with the locals, especially if you're dining on a budget. Since we weren't particularly hungry and just wanted a few small bites, we ordered garlic chicken, some empanadas, and mini Cordon Bleus. Oh boy, the garlic chicken was a struggle! The garlic flavor was overwhelmingly strong, and it tasted like undercooked garlic butter. After just two bites, I had to stop because it was simply too much for me. The empanadas were overly fried and greasy, which made them less enjoyable. As for the mini Cordon Bleus, they looked nothing like the Cordon Bleu we were familiar with, and the taste was different, too. Maybe it was the cheese, but we couldn't quite put our finger on what made them so different. Thankfully, it wasn't a complete loss. Our server was very nice, and good service always counts for something! Would I recommend this place? If you're traveling on a budget and looking for an affordable meal, it's worth considering. However, if your budget allows you to explore other dining options, I'd recommend going elsewhere. Sometimes, a busy restaurant doesn't necessarily mean the food will be to your taste. At least now we know!

Great Dominican place in Pinones with a good menu and friendly staff…read more Been here several times and it's really consistent in flavor and delivery. It's a no-frills sit down place with good service and friendly staff. The mofongo is a bit different than most of the others I've tried in PR since it is apparently "Dominican" style and less "Boricuan" (hit the other side of Pinones for good Boricua flavors). Located near the entrance of the Pinones area, it's close to the beach and there are lots of other good local bars and restaurants to walk around and explore. Would definitely recommended it as a good place to check out if you're looking to explore some good Dominican food for fair prices. Good for groups and hanging out with friends in the area.

The only reason. It's not a 1 star is because the Mofongo relleno was good…read more **This will be lenghty** The restaurant is said to be open at 10am. I got there with my buddy at 10:20 and they were barely getting ready. We were told to come back in 20 minutes. We came back at 10:50 (30 minutes later) and it still seemed to be barely opening. We said we'll start off with a beer while they got ready to serve food. We got our beers quick, and that's when things start going downhill even more. I wanted to order a lobster and shrimp mofongo THAT WAS ON THE MENU, and they said they can't mix both for whatever reason. Then I'm told I can do lobster only for $40 (the duo plate was $23!) I settled for the shrimp mofongo relleno for $16. My buddy just ordered a plantain mofongo. We also ordered arepas, and 2 minutes later we were told they didn't have any. Once I received my order, I waited 5 minutes and my buddy didn't get his. I told him I was going to start eating before my food got cold. Other tables started to get their food even after ordering later than us. At this point our server didn't ask if we were OK, and didn't ask if we wanted more beer. That's when my buddy got up to ask about his order, and they said they forgot. Literally within the minute his mofongo was out. The customer service is terrible!. Even if the food is tasty, I'd never spend my money here again. It would be understandable if it was packed, but we were literally the first customers and by the time my buddy asked for his order there were 3 more tables being used.

I really enjoyed my meal here! I had this place bookmarked because of the great reviews and it…read moredidn't disappoint. The restaurant is on the small side but there's a good amount of seating. It is outside though, so be prepared to swat away flies lol. I got the tamarind sticky ribs and a pork belly taco. They were both so good and had a balance of sweet and savory. The taco was refreshing as well from the watermelon! Would recommend trying that one. They also have happy hour 12-6pm for a rum based drink with juice or sodas. I believe it was $5. I got a passion fruit one and it was strong.

Super interesting restaurant. Fully outdoors though some is under cover. This area is vibrant and…read morelively. Mostly bars with food and music everywhere. San Juan smokehouse itself had decent service, and very reasonable prices for San Juan. Might be our least expensive meal of the trip. I had the pulled pork nachos and they were large and under $10. My husband had ribs and they were $24 with a side. He liked them. And I liked mine. Definitely not the best either of us have had but good enough. We loved the outdoor seating and atmosphere.

let me begin by saying i had the absolute pleasure of having NAOMI as my server, and she made my…read morenight very special. boy does she know her stuff! she gave me amazing recommendations and knew everything about every single wine that came in my wine pairing. she even threw in a few fun & interesting facts! as for the restaurant itself, there is no a la carte optikn, just a 5 course meal, but you are able to choose which dish you want for each course... with the exception of the navy bean soup which automatically comes as your 2nd course, but rightfully so! a creamy navy bean texture with pork flavors and truffle sprinkled on top makes a fantastic soup! another standout dish for me was my 3rd plate: rabbit with kale pasta and mushrooms. the flavor that bursts out from a bite of the mushroom complements the rabbit perfectly and the al dente texture of the kale pasta really rounds out the dish. i highly recommend the wine pairing, especially for this dish, as it comes with a gamay that really pairs well with the rabbit flavor. the highlight of the night was the chocolate cake i ordered for dessert. i am biased because i have a big sweet tooth, but it may have been the most amazing dessert ive ever had in my life. overall, a 5 star experience that i will be bringing everyone back to again and again.

Best Birthday dinner!! Everything was so good and the staff were the best!! I'm still thinking…read moreabout the lobster risotto and beef tenderloin they were my favorite!! It was so beautiful in there and even when we got cold they gave us scarfs which was very accommodating. I would go back a million times!

I was looking for a gluten-free place with gluten-free pancakes and I got very lucky! The pancakes…read morewere gluten-free pancakes made with chickpeas and pumpkin! It had fresh granola with coconut yogurt! The first time I went I had 2 cups of coffee because the coffee was amazing! The service was amazing with the sweetest waitresses! The ambience is really cute and the building is pink!

Vibe: really cute spot with tons of seating…read more Service: service was good, but nothing special. You order from your phone, so service interactions are very limited. Value: found it to be a bit pricey Veggie scramble: eggs were cooked very well! The bread was also delicious and perfectly buttery

This was our first stop right after arriving to Condado Beach shortly after getting off the plane…read more You can't beat the unlimited mimosas. All of the food was great, I highly recommend the Mallorca sandwich. Great balance of sweet and savory and the tots are spot on too!

This is my go-to breakfast spot anytime I'm in San Juan. The service is always great and I…read morerecommend getting a reservation whenever you're planing on stopping by because it can be extremely busy at all hours. Their food is so good and tastes fresh and their mojitos are delicious. Their toast is buttery and soft with a slight crunch. The empanadas were so good I ordered another round. Their food, no matter what you get, is delicious so make sure to visit. I've been here several times and have never had a bad meal. The restaurant is also decorated nicely with wood and flowers giving it a dreamy vibe. Birds may come in so be weary of that that but visiting here is so worth it.

Looking for that old school vibe , typical Puerto Rican food done "al fogon" (wood fired). Friendly…read moreatmosphere where Everybody enjoys a typical meal while chatting and listening to music. Excellent flavors!

Mid, be sure to get the yucca and onions. Just watched top chef on the plan so. Great people, dry…read morechicken

Just 6 minutes from the airport, this place is a true Puerto Rican landmark…read more The food is outstanding, the portions are generous, and the prices are great. If you're visiting Puerto Rico, this spot is a must-visit! A solo 6 minutos del aeropuerto, este lugar es un verdadero ícono de Puerto Rico. La comida es deliciosa, las porciones son abundantes y los precios son excelentes. Si visitas Puerto Rico, ¡esta parada es obligatoria!

Best breakfast place! This was my first time eating out since the Hurricane. They had a great…read morevariety to choose from and everything was done quick and looked fresh. I ordered bacon, eggs, ham and bread. My son had pancakes and bacon. He even enjoyed the maple syrup. The food had a restaurant style and taste. Very economic. This is the place to have breakfast, no need to wait for another Hurricane.

Home away from home best place near my parents...my go to all the time when visiting.read more