We're currently dining here, and from the moment my partner and I walked in, the experience has…read morebeen mixed. One of the hostesses was noticeably rude at the start, which set an uncomfortable tone. After being seated, our waiter hasn't been outright unkind, but there's a clear difference in how we're being treated compared to other guests. As a same-sex couple, it feels like we're not being received as warmly, even though he seems to be making an effort to remain professional. As a Puerto Rican, that's honestly a bit disappointing and feels out of place. That said, the food itself has been very good.

Great vibes, amazing food, and welcoming service! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone…read morevisiting PR! I got the churrasco and it was delicious.

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.

Entramos por casualidad, pero quedamos encantados!! El sazón de la comida estaba bien rica, creo…read moreque cualquier mexicano estaría feliz aquí. Ordenamos las tostadas de camarones (mi plato favorito), tacos de pescado, y los frijoles. Todo estaba sabroso. Las porciones y el precio eran muy razonables. El lugar no tiene mucho espacio, pero atienden bien rápido. Solo que los asientos son muy altos, así que no lo recomiendo para familias con niños chiquitos. Great food! Recommend the shrimp tostadas. The order of beans was also good, reminded me of my childhood meals lol. Space is tight, but you'll get seated quickly as the staff are pretty attentive. Prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are fair.

The food is good FRESH and presentation is nice I like that you can see them cooking in the back…read morefrom the bar area. Mexican vibe for certain. Didn't have any cocktails but the service is impeccable. I do recommend the only thing I wish was that the ceviche was spicy. But still good without heat!

The razor clams were fantastic, I asked for the Chef choice…read moreof a dozen oysters...delicious. Clam casserole, was also great.. Going back tomorrow!!!

This is our second time here and what a disappointment. The first time we came was amazing and…read moreMelissa took great care of us!! Unfortunately, this time was so bad we will not be back. Service was terrible. We waited 20 minutes before our drinks came to the table, our 3 appetizers came before any water hit the table. The waitress said she didn't know we didn't get our drinks. They were out of almost everything we ordered - they were out of lobster rolls but had lobster tails...I got lobster bisque with two other people at the table. Theirs was loaded with lobster and mine literally had nothing but tomatoes.

Excelente todo! La comida y el servicio es muy bueno. Lleve a clientes de USA y quedaron…read moreimpresionados

We had a large group (party of 9) come for a family dinner recently and this place was so…read moreaccommodating!! They do not take reservations past 6pm but show up and wait in the bar/lounge area. You will not be disappointed. The bartenders were so friendly and welcoming. Once it was time for us to sit down and dine, service was amazing!!! We ordered the Pulpo (octopus), prime rib, filet mignon, pollo Bodeguita, everything was sooo delicious. We loved everything about this restaurant. They speak both English and Spanish :)

Worst wait staff I have ever met honestly…read more We arrived at 5:18 and waited 90 minutes to get the food. It was insane!! Juice order had to be taken twice since they forgot. If it was exceptional food, it is one thing but this is below average at best. #WORST

La Garita is set back in the heart of old San Joan. I'd suggest parking in the garage or on the…read morestreet and not driving down in the neighborhood of La Garita because the roads are extremely narrow. Upon entering the restaurant we got seated immediately. We sat outside on the patio because the view is phenomenal. It took awhile for the waitress to come out and take our order. Maybe because we were hungry. Honestly though, I feel it was enough time to look over the menu and make the right decision as to what to order. The environment is so calm with the sound of the waves and the breeze coming through the open windows. It might be too much for some ( like my cousin ) but I love it. So our food came along in a decent amount of time. Our drinks first. We both got Passion fruit juice. 10 OUT OF 10 . I got the grouper with rice and beans. 10 out of 10 AGAIN (This place can't miss) the different flavors bursting on my pallet is just what I like. All the different sautéed vegetables in the top of the fish was a great call and super necessary. My cousin for the lobster mofongo. It had soooooooooooo much lobster in it. OMG and seasoned very well. That's not really my thing but it had seafood and looked so good and was dripping with the sauce I couldn't resist. The fried fish were had for an appetizer was seasoned and fried to perfection. I highly recommend this place. Is my fourth time here. I don't have PR without coming here.

I found this place on a whim walking around the Caribe area of San Juan. It's located in the…read moreMercado which is on the second floor of the Paseo Caribe. I wanted something fresh and different than the rest of the food hall. Pesca'o del Dia had fresh seafood and what sold me was watching the chef plate someone else's dish! The presentation looked amazing! So I had to try it myself! I ordered the Salmon Filet entree with sautéed vegetables. The salmon was so clean and tender. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. And it came with rice and house made beans. All in all, this place is a must try for anyone visiting San Juan, Puerto Rico! The food, service, and price were all great!

Pescao del dia is one of the best seafood places in PR. Pick your fresh fish and they will cook it…read moreto your liking. Absolutely delicious octopus croquets - crispy on the outside, and soft and creamy on the inside. Conch salad is a must - soft and tender, garnished with tomatoes. Variety of aioli sauces is perfect! And of course delicious Sangria with fresh fruit!

I walked in almost at noon on a Tuesday and was surprised to find the restaurant nearly empty,…read moreespecially since the place next door was buzzing. I'll admit, the ambiance made me hesitate for a moment and wonder if that said something about the food. Turns out, I had nothing to worry about. I ordered the red snapper, and it was genuinely excellent. The sauce was the kind you don't forget: deep, flavorful, and perfectly paired with the fish. The fish was beautifully cooked - crispy on the outside while maintaining moisture. No overcooked meat here. Even the rice stood out, which says a lot. Everything worked together in a way that felt thoughtful and memorable. Despite having limited time on my Puerto Rico trip, this is one of those meals I'd actually come back for, maybe even order the exact same dish again. The flavors really stayed with me, and I already want to take them home.

Cayo Caribe was overall a 7/10 for us. The flavors were good, but my chicken and my husband's steak…read moreboth came out dry, even though they were seasoned well. The rest of the dishes we ordered were just okay. The service was a little slow, and it took some time for our food to arrive, although the staff was friendly. A standout for us was the avocado salad. They topped it with a generous amount of perfectly sliced avocado, beautifully fanned out across the entire top. It must have been a big avocado because it covered the whole salad -- fresh, creamy, and absolutely delicious. But the true showstopper -- the dish that stole the whole night -- was the empanadas. I am an empanada snob, and these were honestly some of the best I've ever had in my life. The dough was flaky, moist, and flavorful, and both the beef and chicken fillings were incredible. I would return solely for these empanadas!

We selected Mar Del Caribe from internet reviews for a Tuesday evening dinner as we were heading…read moreback to the Isla Verde area after visiting Old San Juan. My wish that night was to find a place offering fried whole snapper and it was on their menu - and I even called ahead to be sure it was available that night. So I was hyped to try their snapper version, and it didn't disappoint. The vibe of the restaurant was that of a friendly neighborhood joint, possibly a bit retro time-wise. Service was prompt and informative. We both had cocktails, and Paige said it was one of the best whisky sours she's had. With the snapper - which was HUGE - I had an order of mamposeao, a rice and bean stew that was amazing. My wife's chicken parm also got a great review from her. We parked in the small lot directly in front of the restaurant, and there was an attendant to help with parking.

I love the patio atmosphere at this cafe style restaurant... Perfect for people watching in Old…read moreTown San Juan. Also the chicken mofongo with the creamy garlic sauce... perfection

Great service , great food.. very traditional food!!! Every time I visit San Juan, I make sure to…read moremake a stop here!!

The restaurant has the ambiance of a small town PR restaurant that you would find tucked away in…read morethe country roads of the island, with the long shared tables and the decorations. The wait was usual for Old San Juan. About 30-45mins. They take your name down and call you when there's a table ready. What they don't tell you is that the menu is a QR code on the table. Once you figure that you see a well organized and simple 2 pages menu with many PR authentic dishes listed. The waiter comes about 10-15mins later. And it's best to have all your order ready as they don't come back very often. The place is usually packed all the hours that they're open. Food: that's why they lost a star. Rice and beans, Madurai/amarrillos, scurrilous, delicious 5 stars, but the bigger, empanada, chicken with garlic lack the bite that you come to expect of PR food! They lack taste, "Sazon", they were bland and tasted more like someone forgot to season them and forgot the garlic. I'd tell them to go back to their food and make PR food like it's supposed to taste, not for the tourist, please!