If you're a lover of Italian small plates with distinctive flair and/or a curated wine list filled…read morewith exotic grapes and niche finds, you should definitely give El Vino Crudo a try. It's a cozy little restaurant that was perfect for our recent short stay in Old San Juan. I was impressed with the wine list, which featured sparkling, white, orange, rose, and red options by the glass and of course a more extensive list of bottles. I opted for two different sparkling options, a Pineau d'Aunis (rose) from the Loire Valley (strawberry notes) and a Verdeca (white) from Puglia (melon, white flowers). I drink a lot of wine and have never heard of these grapes at all, so they were fun to check out and delicious to boot. We also tried a number of different bites. They were all good, but these were the most memorable: Apio gnocchi - delightfully pillowy and nutty Dulce de papaya and prosciutto - lightly sweet and savory all at once. This might be an even better version of the more popular prosciutto and melon dish. Partamra olive oil cake - so lemony and moist Beet ice cream - this was wild! For sure my first time trying beet ice cream. It was barely sweet and had a very thick, almost custard-like texture. Special shout out to the staff, who were all so nice and chill and knowledgeable.

I had an awesome palate experience. I highly recommend. You will not be disappointed. We tried…read morealmost all the entrees

Fantastic food, amazing service and very reasonably priced. Atmosphere was fun and inviting and…read morestaff were great. Highly recommend the stuffed mushrooms (missed getting a picture) the steak and the churros. The meatballs were good and the mussels were just ok.

Hanging out with local friends who recommended this place. What a pleasant surprise! We started…read morewith Caldo Gallego and followed with several Tapas. We also did some empanadas de Pulpo. The Churrasco was amazing and ended up with pulpo a la gallega. They have a good variety of wines in their cellar that you pick yourself. Don't be fooled by the area, this a top of class in Latin cuisine place. Enjoy!

We had dinner here Christmas Eve. What a delightful atmosphere. The service was impeccable and food…read moreperfect! The food is an eclectic mix of local cuisine as well as other styles. I highly recommend the desserts they have. Very interesting that they also have a deli, bakery, and wine cellar on premise. Definitely a must if visiting the area! Congrats to Rolando and the staff for their commitment to ensuring that everyone has an enjoyable experience while dining amidst local art work that they showcase.

Spectacular wines outside the beaten path. A must visit wine paradise!!!…read moreDelicious food to compliment your happy grape journey!!

Dropped in for an early drink before dinner. I love the ambiance. The music was great and the vibe…read moreis chill. If it's your first time, activate a card with your server then get to serving yourself all the wine you want up to your paid limit. They have the wines separated by new and old world. There is a great variety of reds, whites, rose, and orange. We will definitely be back.

The food was delicious. The staff was 100% amazing. They just made the entire experience perfect…read more My cousin and I sat at the bar and talked to the bartender and the server. It looked like they were having fun at work and they made our experience very enjoyable and entertaining. I learned that the bartender sings opera so definitely ask him about that lol! An absolute must visit next time in Puerto Rico! Decorations, lights, music - perfection.

Awesome spot; so glad we wondered in. Low key, great views, fantastic service and the food (tapas)…read moreand dranks were awesome! Must do spot for a low key and relaxing snack and drink while in the heart of San Juan.

Great spot for tapas and a glass of wine, think jamon croquettes, pan con tomate,calamari and…read moresuch.great lemon pie and decent glass of vino.

This trendy spot offers tapas, full meals and chef specials that are created with unique flavors…read morethat will satisfy any foodies palate. We ordered several small plates which were all good. The calamari was so delicious and crispy that we placed a second order. The chef special tapa was dates wrapped in bacon and served with goat cheese, which was a wonderful tasty surprise. The service was great and both outdoor and inside dining is available.

Ambiente agradable, buena atención, pero a costa de respeto culinario. La frase "al estilo" de la…read moreropa vieja me pareció sospechoso. Al preguntar, confesaron que no usan churrasco, sino carne de guisar. Al recuperar la respiración. opté por la lasaña de carne de res. La carne molida, muy buena si la ponemos en la lista de platos criollos. Luego de forcejear un buen rato con los hilos de queso suizo, realizarás que no estás en Italia. No puedo recomendar un menú que no respeta las tradiciones ni los ingredientes principales. Quizás el error fue no haber tomado suficiente vino...

Randomly walked in here before going to the Bad Bunny Concert yesterday - August 1. The place was…read morevery cute, they had a Debi Tirar Mas Foto digital phot booth, which I thought was so cute - since we were there for the concert. It was 3 of us, and we shared aome appetizers: Bacalaitos, Alcapurria, tostones de pan montadito de Ropa vieja, papa frita and empanadas. Food was banging!! I also had 2 cold espresso martini which were perfectly crafted! The only thing I would say is that we had to ask for water at least 3 times before actually getting it.

THE Famous La Factoria club of where Despacito, Heart Break, and other songs were filmed here. When…read morein Puerto Rico, this is a must. AMBIANCE: Parking: Welcome to Old San Juan, it get get pretty busy - best to carpool or do public transportation. Seating: Indoor seating or private cabana set ups for groups. Room for a total of 100 people. Feels: Welcome to Old San Juan, a mix of touristy and culture. The spot itself is popular for locals and tourists. As for the space itself, what's unique about this spot is this place isn't just one bar. It's actually a series of connected rooms (about 6-7 different spaces), each with its own vibe - speak easy, dance, casual, house, live music and more! I'm surprised each room can contain it's sounds while maintaining its own energy. It feels like a speakeasy maze meets nightlife experience. Dim lighting, vintage touches, and just enough chaos in a good way. DRINKS/EXPERIENCE It was such a fun night, not sure what I ordered but there is an abundance of flavors as every room has different selections. But popular drinks if you're looking for guidance - lavendar mule, espresso martini, a classic mojito. They got the classic to your well-crafted cocktails. Some spots provide food while others is sip and chill or sip and dance. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Fast-paced but solid. Staff keeps up with the crowd and still manages to be engaging. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars! Good choices, reasonable prices, and a vibe like no other. As a gemini that can be quite indecisive, I enjoyed this spot - especially with its multiple options. This is more than a bar - it's an experience. A spot where the night can go longer than expected. TIPS: * Walk through ALL the rooms--you'll miss half the experience if you don't

Amazing. Seemed a little intimidating at first with fancy vibes but it was great. Bar tender was…read morekind and helpful. Honestly the Paloma was o e of the best I had all trip. Pricy but the atmosphere was worth it. Seemed to be cool people upstairs but we sat at the bar. Bouncer frisked only young men, which was hilarious as it seemed to surprise the white dudes, lol. Music was a highlight. 90s hipster stuff, we asked about it and it is a custom playlist. Velvet Underground and the like

Such a fun dining experience in Old San Juan--I'd highly recommend it! The space is very small and…read moreintimate, with a cool neon purple light adding to the vibe. The menu changes constantly and isn't written down, so I can't remember exactly what I had, but everything was absolutely delicious. The first course, which included a mini lobster roll and a tart, was my favorite. My friend loved the second course, a crudo, and said it was the best. Every dish was unique, creative, and full of flavor. We left completely stuffed. One thing to note: the cocktails are all premixed, so they can't adjust the sweetness or other preferences, which was a slight downside. Still, the overall experience was great--and the chef/owner was incredibly kind and personable!

Wow - - incredible experience. We sat at the chefs table, so highly recommend that route if you go…read more We started with lobster roll, a quiche and tuna tartar. Had a pasta dish and then pork belly - - which were all incredible. The service was amazing. Very attentive. The ambiance was classy yet still had the old San Juan feel to it.

Excellent cocktail bar along Calle Cerra. Went right when they opened for the night and before the…read morecrowds piled in so got to hang by the bar and chat with the bartenders. Julio was fantastic and gave me all the recommendations for other spots to visit + vibes to expect when I mentioned I was bar hopping alone. Amazing recs! I got to witness the strong bartender/mixologist (even though they don't like the labels) community / culture here in Puerto Rico and already am excited to try the other spots Julio mentioned when I come back to PR The food menu at Machete was small but they were hits! I got the pulpo (octopus) with sweet potato fries and it really hit the spot. Freshly fried fries with some of their ketchup+mayo combo - can't go wrong

In San Juan for work and was looking for something cute for happy hour after work. This place was…read moresuch a vibe, im pretty sure every person there was the coolest person in their friend group. I was welcomed in got an awesome carrot cocktail (yes carrot), then got a second because it was to good to try something else. Then on to food, pulpo with sweet potatoe fries and ceviche. They were so good !! I did take some ceviche to go since it was alot but appreciated the sustainable take away containers.