The empanadas at Cafeteria Tropical are a must-try!They were crispy on the outside, flavorful and…read moreperfectly seasoned on the inside, and tasted so fresh. Definitely one of those spots in San Juan where you can stop in for a quick bite and end up wanting to come back for more!

Decent spot for food even though it is pricier than other places we tried. The staff were very…read morefriendly. We had the alcapurrias, empanadillas, and the mofongo. The alcapurrias were very greasy. The empanadillas also tasted good. I tried the mofongo with shrimp in garlic sauce. The mofongo was good, but not the best I've had in San Juan. Overall, a decent spot to grab food.

Local breakfast place, also lunch. Good food, Nice prices. Better than the Long lines at…read morePinky's....recommended by locals. Great bacon and local bread. Nothing fancy. Just good food!

Hidden in the lobby of the medical building is a great, low cost alternative for breakfast and…read morelunch in the Condado. Table or counter service, good coffee, lunch specials and fresh made breakfast eggs and bacon. Not fancy but good old fashioned food and service at reasonable prices.

Cannot believe how much I love this place :great light fare for lunch.. Not easy to find in Puerto…read moreRico! Excellent chicken, Berry and nut sandwich.... I am dying to try the grilled cheese gueryer sandwich but they only serve it at breakfast Jose Enrique is a master... We need these all around the island.

Jueves 3 de octubre de 2004 hora de almuerzo en el área metropolitana de llegamos a este local con…read moreestacionamiento y mesas exterior e interior con aire acondicionado. Menú variado de desayuno y almuerzo. Servicio excelente y local limpio. La comida estuvo al punto. Fish nugget con ensalada.

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!

Awasome dinner , just amazing coffee ,incredibly affordable and very attentive costumer service,…read moreit's right in front of the offices for the electric company where the wait time is in hours not minutes so a great place to hang out while you wait for our turn.

This is a small, family-owned cafeteria, a true hole-in-the-wall gem. Everything is cooked to order…read morefor breakfast, and later in the day they offer lunch, sandwiches, and a selection of pre-made meals like rice, beans, and pork. Sancocho, soups... You can literally see what's fresh and ready for the day as soon as you walk in. Keep in mind, this isn't a fancy spot, it's simple, local, and full of heart. The food is flavorful, the service is genuine, and everyone here is humble and appreciative. If you're someone who loves supporting local communities rather than the typical chain restaurants when visiting a new country, this is one of those places. You'll taste authenticity and kindness in every bite.

The food was so delicious, the lady I talk to when I order my food was so kind I really recommend…read morethis place if you want delicious food and want to support a local business.

was one of the more lowkey/hole in the wall places i went to during my time in san juan, but was…read moredefinitely one of the most memorable! they have a bunch of delicious juices to choose from and all of their entrees are HUGE and did not disappoint. i ordered the ceviche which comes w a side and we picked the plantains. the dish was so plentiful you can def share it w another person. we also ordered a side of fries and they may have been some of the best fries i've ever had. it was so hot and perfectly crispy and paired perfectly w the spicy mayo they have!

Food was really good. I had the pollo and carne sampler (chicken and beef). Service was great…read more There were only a few people drinking. It was kinda loud but fun atmosphere ambiance. And when in Puerto Rico you have to have a Madalla.

We passed this spot on our way to a different place for breakfast before going snorkeling. To be…read morehonest it would be easy to not even notice this place and drive by, but my fiancé wanted to try it so we stopped in for some quick breakfast. This is obviously a little family spot, the man who helped us (I wish I could remember his name) was so friendly, even giving us recommendations in the area. We both ordered coffee and a tripleta. I don't even know what types of meat were in this sandwich but this was one of the BEST sandwiches I've ever eaten. Not just in Puerto Rico, but in general. Probably would have eaten here again if we had found it earlier in our trip.

I don't speak Spanish and grandma didn't speak English but empanadas are 50 cents and probably the…read morebest I've ever had. No menu no pictures but I think she'll cook up whatever you ask her if you speak the language.

Went there first thing in the morning expecting fresh bread for our breakfast sandwiches, what a…read moredisappointment. Day old bread at the minimum like eating saw dust . To top it off, the quesito were chewy as laffy taffy.

I love it! Have been coming here for more than 20 years. Non locals should understand it's a…read moretypical small town puertorrican bakery and cafeteria, don't go there expecting 5 stars service or high end cuisine. They are a quaint, yet busy location which operates exactly like any other Panaderia in PR. Enjoy your experience in delving into the heart everyday of PR culture. Have patience.