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!

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!

Arrive as a little slow but it improved. Food was good. Love the potatoes. To me it was odd to have…read morethe bacon and ham " outside" of the mix. The place was not loud and plainly decorated.

Nice place in old San Juan. Interior is cute, with 2 different sections. The back area has a high…read moreceiling and lots of plants. We tried a couple of different dishes and enjoyed each one. The breakfast burger was well seasoned and hit the spot! The coffee and beer were nice additions to our late brunch! Server was friendly and let us know that she was going on break, and who to look out for. Place was packed but things came out quickly. A nice place to stop and have a break from walking if you get the chance!

All in all, an OK experience. Service was very friendly…read more Very helpful. Good suggestions. Just do not go here with a schedule. All the food was excellent. Good flavors. Great imagination. Just, again, don't go there with limited time.

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!!

Nice spot for breakfast. The space is small but I got there when they opened so no wait for a seat…read morehowever it filled up quickly. I had to order from a QR code. My meat lovers flatbread was huge with lots of meat and eggs.

We were staying at the CasaBlanca Hotel, so it was conveniently located. LOL. However, the menu is…read morequite limited. I ordered the French toast, and though they looked great, they lacked flavor. I enjoyed the fruit garnish, but not the meal. My husband got the Belgian waffles and said they were "Okay." But the real disappointment was the hot chocolate; I did not see it on the menu, but asked for it and was told they had it. It looked good enough, but it tasted more like water than anything else.

Local coffee roaster tucked into a beautiful old San Juan building -- high ceilings, exposed wood…read morebeams, and an arched menu board that gives the whole space a warm, artisanal feel without trying too hard. Grabbed an iced latte and an iced tea to go: the latte was smooth and well-balanced, not over-roasted like a lot of tourist-zone coffee shops nearby, and the iced tea was refreshing after walking the cobblestone streets. The menu keeps it simple -- espresso drinks, paninis (Cuatro Sombras, Yauco, Viejo San Juan), open toast with avocado & egg or salmon, and a solid breakfast lineup with guava butter toast and dulce de papaya oatmeal that lean into the Puerto Rican flavor profile. Loved seeing local sodas and juices in the fridge case alongside the usual water and La Croix. Staff moved efficiently even with a small crowd at the counter. Good spot to duck into for a quality coffee break in Old San Juan -- feels like a real local roaster rather than a chain, and the space itself is worth a look even if you're just passing through.

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!

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.

Definitely recommend this place in San Juan, PR. What attracted us was the chocolate covered glass…read moreold fashion drink on the reviews. This business has been around since 1929! The chocolate art and the way they incorporate their name into their menu and cocktails is unique and creative. Service was good and the whole interior has a fun pop of yellow and they sell a lot of souvenirs. The only con was our food took a while to arrive, the protein in the Puerto Rican bowl was cold. The rest of food and drinks were great. What we ordered: Food: Puerto Rican bowl Choco-burger Mallorca iberica Drinks: Double espresso Choco-martini Chocolate old fashion drink

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.

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.

Really enjoyed St. Germain! Stopped in for cocktails and light bites and everything was great. The…read morespace has a nice, cozy atmosphere that's perfect for relaxing, conversing, and enjoying a drink.

The service was quick and friendly. Casual dining after walking several miles…read more We stopped here tired after a morning at the Castillo San Felipe del Morro. We ordered 5 dishes for breakfast. Our favorites were the lemon ricotta bacon and the sweet bacon. The fresh squeezed lemonade was so delish. The potatoes that accompanied the eggs were flavorful and had an herb mix. Not many places were open this early so that's a plus.