El restaurante esta un poquito escondido pero vale la pena completamente. El interior es acogedor…read morecon decoración floral muy hermosa. Fuimos en horario de brunch so el menu era entre desayuno y almuerzo. Ordene un sandwich llamado tulipan y cafe que estaban deliciosos. El servicio estuvo rápido y muy atento el mesero.

Stopped in for brunch since it was near the house great Ocean view the places on the second floor…read moreof a restaurant nicely decorated. Small there was a wait of 25 minutes, we stay downstairs looking at the sea while they call us. Ordered a hot chocolate, for my grandson, he loved it. The chocolate was pouring on the sides of the glass so he was excited. He ordered the Trinitaria pancakes, which were enormous. They had Nutella and fruit on the top and syrup on the side. I ordered the skirt steak ordered the eggs over medium, but they bought them sunny side up. The skirt steak was perfectly cooked the little potatoes and I ordered sourdough bread, toast instead of the salad. Very very tasty however it took 40 minutes for the food to come out. The service was OK.

Food is amazing! Service was great!…read more Ambiance was chill and laid back. Definitely recommend

Popped in during a cruise ship port visit. It was maybe a 15-20 min easy walk (bit of street…read moreincline) from the Carnival Jubilee port. We made a reservation in the morning when we docked in San Juan since I read they stay busy. Atmosphere: Upon arrival, there was a short wait for 2 of us. The eatery has inside seating however with 5 full length doors to the outside it feels like an open air kinda eatery. There's a large countertop eating bar in the middle of the restaurant & an additional eating area in the back, but overall it's a pretty small dining spot. Food: Tried to make a few alterations to my dish such as scramble the omlette instead of the traditional fold it & add an over easy egg to the sandwich. They said the kitchen is very particular about the presentation of the food so no "scrambled" omelette & the over easy egg had to be on the side in case the yolk popped on the sandwich before making it to the table. Ok! Veggie omlette was really flavorful. Full of diced veggies. The avocado I added was such a nice consistency. Yes it was ripe but I think it's a different variety of avocado than we tend to get in mainland US. With the omelette plate, I substituted french toast ($6 up charge) for the regular toast. The french toast was soft & fluffy. Very good. The dish also came with a generous portion of hand cut French fries. It would have been better if they were hot but they were still good. My husband got the Cuban sandwich & added an over easy egg & said the sweet plantain on the sandwich was unexpected & really made it quite good. Pricing: Price point may be considered moderate to moderately higher, but you're on holiday and the food & ambiance are good. Breakfast was $78 before tip for 2 entrees (with add ons), 2 specialty coffees, 1 juice & $4 for unlimited filtered water. All in all, it was a heck of a lot of food, tasty, and I left very satisfied. I definitely recommend it!

Café Cuatro Sombras - My Favorite Coffee Spot in Old San Juan…read moreCafé Cuatro Sombras was one of the stops on our walking food tour, and this place surprised me in so many ways! It quickly became my favorite coffeehouse in Old San Juan. This place serves some of the best coffee I've ever tasted, ranking right up there with the amazing coffee I've had in Rome and Athens. The flavor was incredibly smooth, with no overpowering acidity or bitterness. It was simply the perfect cup of coffee! But the real surprise was the ham and cheese croissant. The saltiness of the ham and cheese paired beautifully with a mysterious sweet jam. I would never have guessed it was guava, especially since I'm not usually a fan of this fruit. Yet, somehow, this guava jam completely won me over! Now, I'm on a mission to find a similar guava jam here in Raleigh. Café Cuatro Sombras turned out to be so much more than just another stop on our food tour. Between the exceptional coffee and that unforgettable ham and cheese croissant with guava jam, it was a standout experience. I highly recommend Café Cuatro Sombras if you're visiting Old San Juan!

Stopped by this cafe after reading it was a stop on a local food tour. Per the food tour reviews,…read morewe had to try the croissant with ham and cheese and guava butter which did not disappoint! The cafe itself is small but we were able to find seating anyways. Service was somewhat confusing... you have to order at the counter and then wait for them to call your name. They called our names a couple times but were not ready each time leading to our confusion. We ordered a latte and the croissant and both were delicious! Would definitely come back for this croissant!

Very cute, little breakfast spot that serves tasty coffee, acai bowls, and waffles. Staff was soo…read morenice and helpful. All the fruit we got was clearly fresh and juicy! I especially loved all the fresh guava we got. There was a good variety of fruits and we didn't feel like there was anything to improve upon. We left here extremely happy and satisfied. And we will definitely make a stop here when we are in town again.

Like other reviews, was dying from the heat, needed a nutrient, and also told myself i wanted açaí…read moreon this trip at some point. We saw this place and popped in and i couldn't be happier. We were quick to be served with only 3 others in the place. after us people started flowing in. it felt like a community the way people were greeted. The colorful interior was engaging and felt like a pinterest board. I got the açaí with papaya and chia and that was what i needed. I could've ate 5 of those it was refreshing and sweet. Thank you!!

Overall 4.5 out of 5…read more Can honestly say, I've never tried something like these Mofongo Tacos. Very unique and tasty. Although the pork was a bit dry, the avocado and chocolate sauce rounded it out. Got a ham and egg burrito for my sons and they both enjoyed splitting it. Was VERY large. Wife enjoyed her Puerto Rican Bowl a lot. I personally thought the pork, again was dry, but she didn't seem to mind. Ended it with a lava cake. We ordered it after eating everything and it took A LONG time. Granted, that just means it's fresh. Just didn't expect it to take 20+ minutes. So PRO TIP: Don't order it after eating. Order it early.

Walked into Chocobar Cortés skeptical because chocolate ketchup sounds like an Urban Dictionary…read moreterm. Ordered a regular burger. Burger was solid. Nothing life-changing. The chocolate ketchup was surprisingly decent, but I wasn't standing up yelling, "GET THE SCIENTIST!". Somebody put chocolate in ketchup and I handled it pretty well. Also got an Old Fashioned with chocolate dripped around it. It was fine. The atmosphere was hectic. I went alone, so I was just sitting there holding my little chocolate whiskey while everybody else had people who knew where they were. Couldn't eat upstairs either. I really wanted to. Don't know whats up there. Writing this out, I realize "this place won me over" might be generous. We reached a ceasefire. I'd give it 3.5 stars, rounding to 4 because I ordered the most basic thing available and can't make that everybody's problem. Might come back next time I'm in San Juan and actually participate in the concept.

We had eaten here before and had fond memories of the pork belly tacos so on our second trip to San…read moreJuan, we had to try the tacos again! We sat outside in a cozy alleyway, fairly quiet on a Friday night which was appreciated. Service was great throughout- attentive and friendly. We ordered the steak burrito and the pork belly tacos. The steak burrito was good with large pieces of steak and a good amount of cilantro - very flavorful. The pork belly tacos were full of sticky caramelized pork belly and topped with a yummy cabbage slaw. The tortillas also held up very well! Overall, delicious and would recommend!

We had an amazing meal at La Madre! We ordered the chicken tacos, chicken broth soup, chicken and…read moreshrimp fajitas, cheese quesadilla, fresh watermelon juice, and a watermelon margarita. Every single dish was excellent, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. If you're looking for great Mexican food in Old San Juan, La Madre is definitely worth a visit.

I loved this place! It's a hole in the wall with great food. Staff were friendly and welcoming. All…read morethe food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with care. First time, we had breakfast. We ordered the fried eggs with ham - typical luncheonette food. It came out quickly. Staff was very accommodating to my son who wanted rice and beans for breakfast. Second time we were here we had lunch. I ordered the bistec with onions. Delicious once again. Portion size was great and prices even better. We started chatting it up with some of the servers (one of whom I think may be the owner?) Third time we were here was the morning before coming back home. I ordered the ham and Swiss sandwich. Food came out quickly. Great little sandwich! My son orders his usual rice and beans again. The food and service made Mandolin one of my top places to go to in San Juan.

Very disappointing experience, especially because this place was recommended to us by locals…read more Unfortunately, we never even got the chance to enjoy the restaurant because of how we were treated while being seated. One of the ladies was very nice and welcoming, but the woman wearing glasses and the gentleman handling the seating were extremely rude and dismissive toward my family. As a Black family, the way we were treated honestly made us feel like we were being treated differently because of our skin color. I obviously can't speak to anyone's intentions, but that is genuinely how the interaction made us feel. It was uncomfortable enough that my family decided to leave rather than stay and eat. It's especially disappointing when you're visiting Puerto Rico, excited to try somewhere that locals recommended, and you're made to feel unwelcome before you've even sat down. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this place to other Black or dark-skinned families. No customer should walk into a restaurant and leave wondering whether the color of their skin affected how they were treated.

If you've been to Puerto Rico, especially Old San Juan, you already know there can be a wait and…read morefood prep takes a little time--but with good company and good drinks, you barely notice. They originally told us 45 minutes because they were at MAX capacity. We put our names down and walked around to see what else was nearby, and no more than 10 minutes TOPS later,we got the text that our table was ready! Our waiter Mark was amazing and gave us great recommendations, especially the croquetas. 100% get the house ones instead of the regular jamón y queso!For brunch, I had the avocado toast with turkey, my S/O had the chicken sandwich,and both were SUPER delicious. The star for me was the jalapeño salsa verde--honestly one of the best salsa verdes I've ever had!The passion fruit mimosa pitcher was also great. One thing to know: the front seating near the door can get warm, but they have fans. If you really need A/C, the back seating is air-conditioned,so just ask if they can seat you there. The vibe, service, drinks and food checked all the boxes ,Definitely recommend!

I've been here twice now. First time I went, I got the picture you see in this review and my god…read morewas it good. The food was amazing, the vibe in there is great too. Servers take your order real fast and the food is prepared pretty quick. Last time I went there was live music and people just seemed all happy and stuff. I started chewing to the beat. This place is great. I'll be back There's a version of me in there who's doing really well and I need to check on him.

Favorite restaurant during our visit to P.R. The service…read morewas outstanding too. Loved all the meals and the coffee!

Coffee was great Friendly workers…read more Delicious breakfast :) Perfect spot to enjoy a late brunch

Carthage Express in San Juan, PR was such a great find that we ended up coming back again!!! this…read moretime for breakfast. From the first visit, the food stood out as fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared, which immediately made it a place we wanted to revisit. When we returned for breakfast, it didn't disappoint. Everything was delicious, well made, and satisfying, making it the perfect start to the day. You can really tell they care about quality and consistency in their food. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive on both visits. The staff made us feel comfortable and appreciated, which added a lot to the overall experience. Carthage Express quickly became one of those spots we'd gladly return to again and recommend to anyone visiting or living in San Juan.

Avoid this place at all costs! If you want your food to look like the tempting photos on the menu,…read moreyou'll need to ask specifically, and be prepared to pay extra. The so-called fresh orange juice is a complete misrepresentation--it's pre-bought, not squeezed in-house, and tastes just like store-bought store-brand juice. Four of us ordered breakfast, and every single plate came out cold and dry, as if it had been sitting out from yesterday. The ambiance is barely welcoming, worsened by a waitress who seems to have an excuse for every problem with the food. Can a restaurant be sued for false advertising? They display a tempting photo on the menu, then tell customers, 'If you want your French toasts just like in the picture, you need to ask for it, and it will cost extra'--ridiculous! This might just be the worst dining experience in Old San Juan... Horrible place and experience....