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    Bistro Cafe

    4.4 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

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    Eggs and steak
    Justin V.

    I made a mistake walking into this place. The service was poor and ambiance was cold. Everything was well presented and esthetically pleasing... but I also expected great service and delicious food. It's over priced and undercooked. I allowed 2 stars only because I did enjoy the martini. However, I suggest not an entire bag of pistachio on the rim of my cup. It's a waste of inventory and money. Highly do not recommend if you are hungry.

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    Hanna T.

    Caen, 4/5: The biggest omelette I've ever seen. Love how it wasn't oily, tastes healthy. The vegetables weren't really cooked though, the spinach was a full leaf and the onion was pretty raw. I didn't mind since it was refreshing. The lamb is very good, turkey is dry but that's kinda turkey's thing. Didn't love the bread, it's a huge toast with balsamic vinegar so it has a bitter aftertaste. I tried other people's dish and the meat is good all around. Nothing was salty or oily, really good flavor. Huevos Enojados, 4/5 - chorizo was kinda sweet, almost like an Asian sausage and the steak was flavorful (lil dry). Really good! Croissant Cordeo, 3.9/5 - meat was really unique, almost like a paper kebab--tastes like a breakfast sausage. Croissant wasn't crispy tho... that tanked the rating. Interior is really stunning! Vintage look. Parking is all along the other side of the road with free 1 hr parking.

    Churro pancakes side
    Colleen D.

    Great place for brunch/lunch. Extensive menu. There's something on there for everyone. Visited on our last day and we all wished we had gone sooner as we would have definitely liked to go back again. I can see why it gets very busy. Portions are very large. Some dishes may be best for sharing. Had the stuffed avocado with shrimp and it was delicious. The avocado was large and very fresh. 3 of us had this and we all really liked it.

    Kiwi strawberry mimosa
    Sharon O.

    If you want a good breakfast with large portions this is the place to be. It was busy but we were sat immediately and our waitress was patient. The strawberry kiwi popsicle mimosa was so exciting to drink. Im stealing that idea for a girls night! We were craving pancakes so we ordered an American breakfast as well as skirt steak Rancheros & Papas Griegas. Everything was good. If youre in PR make sure to go as the menu is extensive.

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    Angel B.

    We ended up coming here all three mornings we were in the area. Omelettes, pancakes, oatmeal, mimosas, stuffed avocado - everything was delicious and all portions were generous. Our wait staff were always welcoming, friendly and helpful.

    Shermika D.

    Really good food! I've tried the location in Miami. Service was a little spotty. It's a much larger location than what it looks like. The shrimp mofongo was good.

    Dulce de leche pancakes
    Melissa P.

    This place is a must see in PR! The menu is extensive and the food is great. I had the pancakes with dulce de leche and fruits & my husband had a plate with eggs, bacon and pancakes. We got orange juice and tamarindo juice which tasted fresh. The service was quick and our server was really attentive. We went with our 3 month old and were sat in a booth away from the music which worked for us. This place gave really great brunch vibes. Come with an empty stomach.

    Taylor S.

    Bistro Cafe was phenomenal. Be prepared, the menu is quite literally ginormous. It may feel overwhelming at first, but it's an exciting overwhelming knowing that anything you get is going to be delicious and filling as all portion sizes are huge! It was super affordable, which is always a nice touch. Our server was beyond wonderful, kind, and very accommodating given that we had non-meat eaters and gluten free members with us. I loved the feel of a Puerto Rican diner. It was such a special experience. Be sure to get there as early as possible as it is walk in only and extremely popular. We waited an hour and a half. I will recommend this place to anyone visiting San Juan!

    Croissant carnitas
    Shantyana L.

    This breakfast was so amazing. We got the croissant carnitas, chicken and waffles, and blackberry iced coffee. My husband doesn't usually like croissant sandwiches but he loved this one we traded plates. The service was amazing and kind. Cute little place.

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    Michelle L.

    Servers were super nice. The drinks were 10/10. The food was pretty good and they had a big portion so you can even make it shareable. Very spacious, I preferred the back room as it's more intimate.

    Omelette Chaplin French toast churro
    Kyla G.

    Wait was long but expected since the place is popular. Place is bigger than expected but only had one working restroom. Service terrible but let me tell you why. So i ordered the churro French toast 10/10. Had a hair in my omelette long black disgusting. And no it wasn't mine my hair is brown curly in braids. They offered to remake it and did but at this point im nervous looking through everything didn't even eat it because now im scared. So i address that to the manager who was also our server and another manager who said didnt they remake it and only took off $5 like i didnt eat it because it previously had a hair. Friend enjoyed chicken wrap 10/10 my other friend got a pastrami sandwich she said basic. Their fries was good. But honestly that experience was negative. Got a lady going around taking pics you ask the cost she say it's free for me to take the photos but once it comes out she like $20 for it like you just said free.

    pancakes, toast with prosciutto and smoked salmon and omelette with shrimps
    Bianca R.

    I absolutely love this place for brunch the ice matcha is my fav always, the food is huge, the music and the ambiance gets a feeling of being in ibiza and the service 10/10 the also took a picture of us!

    Netta M.

    We visited twice during our week's stay in Puerto Rico. Each time, our wait for a table (for a party of 2) was less than 10 minutes. The food was absolutely amazing each time, and so were the beverages. Service was good. We really enjoyed our server during our second visit. She was more attentive to our needs and personable. Whereas the server during the first visit seemed really rushed and short in communication. Our food was brought in a reasonable time considering how busy it appeared each visit. Food portions were large, and we found ourselves having leftovers each time. The ambiance was pretty noisy, but definitely giving brunch vibes. Parking was challenging to find each visit, but if you ride around in a circle long enough, eventually, a parking spot will become available.

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    Service was great. Food was freaking phenomenal. It's definitely a super relaxed comfortable chill place . You will leave full !

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    4.4(683 reviews)
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    Outstanding food. Every bite was delicious. Definitely really popular lunch restaurant and filled…read morewith both locals and tourists. We arrived at 11am on a Monday because that's when we thought they opened. They actually opened at 11:30am, so we were 2nd in line at 11am. Once 11:30am rolled around, the line was very long. It's an old house that was transformed into a restaurant. It's pretty big in there and they have an upstairs as well. It really feels like you're eating in a Caribbean home, from the colorful tablecloth to the things on the tables. The menu is on a board, and they have a Spanish and English version. They give you a cup of complimentary plantain soup which was amazing. We also ordered the fried cheese app which came with a delicious guava sauce. For mains, I had the fried pork with tostones and my husband had the mamposteado (corned beef, fried eggs, and rice). My husband cleaned his plate, while I took leftovers back to the hotel (which we actually ate later because it was that good). They were out of tres leches that day, so we had the coconut pudding for dessert. It was my first time trying coconut pudding and it did not disappoint! For drinks, we had the passionfruit sangria. When we left, there was a very long line outside. Despite the line, they did not rush us out. Definitely recommend and would go out of my way to come back next time I'm in PR.

    Keepin' it a buck! Eating here is like eating the ultimate home-cooked Puerto Rican meal…read more Rating places in Puerto Rico is tough. There are so many spots that are authentic and incredible, but La Casita Blanca stands out in its own lane. It's gotten more popular and touristy over the years, but that's because they've stayed true to who they are. The authenticity here hasn't changed, and that's exactly why people keep coming. This is the kind of place where the menu brings you right back to your upbringing. You'll find dishes like corned beef, tostones con bacalao, and other classics that just hit differently. And the vibe? It feels like family. Someone who looks like your aunt might be cooking your food, your cousin might be serving it, and everyone treats you like you belong there. Food-wise, everything we had was fire. One of the people I was with is basically an "aguacateologist," and even he said it was one of the best he's ever had. That alone says a lot. Chuletas fried to a perfect golden crisp. The pollo fricasé (pollo guisado, if you know, you know) was on point and even came in a little pot that made it feel extra homey. Arroz con gandules? Off the hook!!!! And to top it all off, they had salsa playing in the background... which honestly had me sold the moment I walked in. Disclaimer/Warning; There will be a line!!! And if you're lucky enough to get a table, sit back and enjoy every second of it.

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    La Cueva del Mar

    4.4(518 reviews)
    2.1 km
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    I highly enjoyed La Cueva Del Mar! I wanted a mix of Latin and seafood and this was the perfect…read morechoice. It was recommended by one of our tour guides so it is a great option for both locals and tourists. It had a nice atmosphere and very large menu with many different types of options. The Frutti di mare was one of the best pastas I've ever had! It had almost every type of seafood you could want. A great option for someone who wants to try a bit of everything. It was large enough to satisfy you but not too large where you have to take leftovers it back to your hotel. It also came with a salad and delicious bread. My husband ordered the yucafongo pollo, and was very impressed. It was also filling and well made. The drink menu also had a lot of options. I went with the sangria which was super tasty! It's more on the fruity side. Our service was great and we didn't have to wait long for a table or our food, although it seemed busy. Whether you live in the area or are just on vacation, I would recommended trying it out!

    This is the "main restaurant" in the Embassy Suites Hotel and Casino…read more It's seafood based and has a pretty extensive menu. We got the Tuna nachos and the shrimp tacos to share. Everything was fresh and delicious! The portions were perfect for sharing and had a wonderful flavor! The shrimp tacos were lightly breaded and had a good flavor. The nachos had fresh ahi tuna and a great flavor with the seaweed salad! The service was good and fast too! The price was a bit high, but it's what you expect in a hotel lobby.

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    Bebo's Café - Vanilla flan

    Bebo's Café

    3.9(952 reviews)
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    We drove past Bebo's in our Lyft ride and our driver said it was very good so we decided to visit…read morethe next day. It is a great option if you want local food without the tourist price tag. The inside looks like a cafeteria but it stays busy. We were seated quickly although it seemed packed. They have a good amount of menu options and cross out what isn't available. They also have drink options that our server listed to us. To start, we ordered the lobster empanadas and sangria. The empanadas were delicious! Very tasty and fresh. The sangria however, was not great. It just tasted like juices that don't really work together. I couldn't taste the wine. We ordered the roasted pork and skirt steak. The steak was really tasty, and juicy. But the roasted pork was very dried and hard. It had some good bits in it but there were quite a few pieces that were too cooked to eat. The rice and beans were cooked very well. This is the perfect place for quick local food where you won't spend too much. But if you want a very high quality, I would choose elsewhere.

    We ate at both Bebo's and Los Piños -- our two attempts at typical PR food. Both errr fine, but…read moreBebo's was our favorite of the two. It has a small parking lot in the back, which was a huge plus. Service was nice and our waitress was truly bilingual-- able to help us understand nuances of between the Spanish we use in California and Spanish in PR. The mofongo was really good -- better than any time we had it in the past or during the rest of our trip. The ropa vieja was good, but standard. My son had the churrasco (skirt steak) and it was excellent. We ordered sides of amarillos (sweet plantains) and they were the best ones we had the trip -- soft, juicy, with caramelized exterior. We wanted tres leches for dessert, but it sold was sold out. If you only had one "typical" PR dinner, I would suggest Bebo's.

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    Manzana de Java - Gelato de Galangal  Cheese flan

    Manzana de Java

    4.6(11 reviews)
    2.2 km

    Located at the edge of a residential area, parking on the street if you can find it. There are 3…read moreseatings and we had an early one. We arrived a little early so we walked around a little beforehand then sat on the bench in front until they were ready. The space is narrow. A row of tables on the right, steep stairs in the back to an intimate space for 6 people, a tiny kitchen in the back where all the magic happens. We ordered 11 dishes for 4 of us to share. The tostanos, the ceviche, I enjoyed it all. The waitstaff were friendly and accommodating. Most fascinating was the wall hanging along the right side. It was waving the entire time. Of course we asked about it, and we were told that there is no fan blowing behind it. The waving tapestry was caused by a suction from the kitchen.

    i'm torn about this place. some of the bites i had were AMAZING. some i really didn't like but…read moremaybe that's just puerto rican cuisine and i'm just not used to it. as for atmosphere - it was very quaint and cute. small spot so you definitely need a reservation. favorites: crudo!!! fish chiccarones, tostones, pork dislikes: fish cocktail, crab service was UNMATCHED. the waiter recommended ordering the whole menu because we were 4 people and they suggest 3-4 small plates per person. but he checked in with us after about 75% of the dishes came out and we were full so he stopped bringing the rest! very sweet because we wouldn't have been able to finish the rest. bill was very reasonable

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    Bar and food prep area

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    4.8(157 reviews)
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    We were very excited to try Vianda and made reservations well before our trip. What an outstanding…read moremeal. The concept is farm to table and the menu changes monthly. My husband and I shared the following dishes off the April 2026 menu and every bite was delicious: - Cauliflower croquettes & pecorino - Pumpkin, tamarind, cubanelle peppers, pumpkin seed crema - Asian eggplant, coconut curry, pepper-banana conserva - Pork belly, ginger fried rice, coconut, basil (without peanuts) - Vanilla flan & orange caramel We specifically wanted a more vegetable forward meal after having several meat heavy dishes the few days before. We also have several allergy and dietary restrictions and they were extremely accommodating without making it feel like a big deal. Every dish was full of flavor and complexity. The pumpkin was a standout for me. And the pork belly was some of the crispiest I've tried. I also really enjoyed the wine. The restaurant itself is modern, intimidate yet spacious, and everyone we interacted with was extremely kind and welcoming. Even the chef was a delight to chat with toward the end of our meal. Vianda is perfect for a special occasion or date night.

    Dinner at Vianda was an amazing experience. Every dish was so creative, thoughtful, and most…read moreimportantly delicious. My partner and I enjoyed a vast selection of the April 2026 menu items. 6 small plates was plenty for us to split. We started with two rolls with some butter that was brought to the table before our appetizers. They were warm and fluffy but average. Next we had the grouper bites which came on little arepa bread. Probably not a "must-get" but a nice warm introduction. Next was the kampachi- the fish was really great but the sauce was a little thicker/heavier than expected. Then came the grilled prawns. This was our favorite dish! The prawns were large & well cooked. Sauce was extremely savory with great crab and butter flavor. The fried chicken was our second favorite dish. Chicken was juicy, crispy, and well seasoned. The sauce was SPICY. Sweet and savory with an Asian twist with the addition of nuoc cham. We then had the morcilla crepes which were good but not something I'd get again. They were fine- soft, & meaty- not much to say. Lastly, we finished off our meal with a sweet plantain bolognese. The chocolate was so interesting and actually worked really well with the meat sauce. The agnolotti was filled with plantain! This unique dish was the perfect cap to the meal. We also tried a couple cocktails which were super creative as well. The sashamama which was made with sour milk punch was very good! The el cardenalito was a little too sweet. The a tomates si huele was a little too savory. Overall, the experience at Vianda was unique and special. Highly recommend!

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    Vianda - REPOLLO AL CARBÓN - FRIED ECG SAUCE, WALNUT SOFRITO, CRISPY GARLIC

    REPOLLO AL CARBÓN - FRIED ECG SAUCE, WALNUT SOFRITO, CRISPY GARLIC

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