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La Bodeguita gave upscale vibes without the overpriced menu items. I got the Gin-Ah! cocktail ($13), which was refreshing with mint, grapefruit juice, gin, and sparkling wine. I also tried the Darkiri ($13), which was reminiscent of a mojito, with rum, lime juice, and mint. We also had two salads, La Pirinaca ($15) and Ensalada Rucula y Pera ($15), both of which were delicious. Service was really good. We sat at the bar and were checked on if we needed anything.
A HIDDEN GEM IN PR. A must visit!! This will be one of your most affordable dinners on the island, and one of the most memorable. I have only been impressed by a speakeasy once prior; and much like this visit, I have absolutely no idea how my husband pulled off finding it! After nights of street food, I told my husband that I was craving a sexy dinner... and here he brought us! We walked in the bakery and I was absolutely confused... why was I wearing this nice dress? After a stop to the bathroom, my husband opened the "refrigerator door" and we were whisked away into one of the most romantic restaurants I have ever seen... dark lighting, very limited tables, a full bar, and a wine room surrounded by glass walls in the back. Oomph! We walked in on a Saturday night without a reservation; elsewhere, this would be a nightmare, but we were immediately seated without judgement. The waiter recommended the beef tip appetizer (a must try!). We sipped on rum cocktails (yum), and were brought a complimentary dish of truffle fries (YUM!!). Ultimately, we ordered the chicken and mahi mahi... my husband absolutely scored ordering the chicken. My mahi mahi was okay, but overcooked; his chicken was one of the top dishes we had in PR. We both chose rice and beans as our sides, and it was the best BY FAR by the end of our weeklong trip. The night was going so well, I chose to splurge and ordered crème brûlée- not the best, not the worst. The fruit on top was delicious. When the check came, I was blown away we were under $100. What an absolute score.
We were looking for a restaurant within walking distance of our condo and found La Bodeguita de Manolo. The atmosphere is that of an upscale lounge and then we were told that we had to walk towards the back to actually get into the restaurant. It was busy for a Wednesday night so we sat at the bar, which was absolutely no problem at all. Service was efficient and friendly and the food was phenomenal. My sister-in-law had the filet mignon that came with brie and caramelized onions and I had the "Congri con to'", which is like a pork/ black beans and rice/ plantains Bowl with these ultra fine Julienned potatoes on top and cilantro. It was absolutely delicious! Drinks were on point and reasonably priced as well. After dinner we went over to the bar area and had some cocktails. The bartenders were super friendly as were the patrons! Overall we had a great time and will most definitely be back the next time we are in San Juan.
Love love love this spot. Beautiful decor, great bar. Attentive service and the food exceeded my expectations. They have a server there named Melanie who is delightful. Good portion size, good variety of flavors, proteins and tapas. Didn't realize until my third time there that they have a whole other larger adjacent bar/lounge that was equally impressive. If you're in the area, make it a point to visit.
I loved everything about this place. Definitely gives speak easy vibes with its secret entrance. Food was top gear and think drink was delicious. The bartender was not only a wonderful served but he chatted us up and was generally gray. We went during lunch but I would love to check this place out for dinner and when their bar is fully open. The entrance is in a bakery and very easy to miss. A must on the Puerto Rico trip list
Possibly best lamb chops I ever had. White rice was good. Dessert called la bomba also surprisingly good During second visit the steak and white rice were great. Mac and cheese super cheesy in a good way. Very rich The inside decor is amazing A little difficult to find. Speakeasy vibes in a good way. Service was high quality as expected based off prices.
This place is a MUST if you're looking for a fancier dinner outing! It's a speakeasy where you have to enter through Sobao and open a door that looks like a freezer. The food here is absolutely INCREDIBLE. We got the pear and arugula salad to start which was very refreshing. For a main, we saw they had paella on the menu on their website, but came to find out they are no longer offering it anymore :( Instead, our waiter suggested the congri con to which is a rice dish with pork which was absolutely delicious. The flavors were out of this world and it also had a nice kick to it, not too spicy but spicy enough to add a little flair. The waiters were all so nice and the service was amazing. The drinks also looked amazing but we decided we did not want to drink that night. This is a great place for a little fancy date, a group of friends who want to catch up, or if you just want to treat yourself to some good food.
A perfect hidden gem! I'm left without words because the food was so delicious and perfectly cooked and seasoned. It's nice and dark perfect for a date night the service is great and exceptional. Nothing is over priced especially for the amount of food you're served. I'll let the pictures do the talking will definitely be returning again!
I was blown away by this place. Wow. I ordered a strawberry shrub with lavender sparkling water and vodka. It's a bit on the sweeter side but it's incredible. My fiancé ordered a mojito like drink with mint, lime, and cava that knocked our socks off. The food was also excellent. We got fried octopus, croquettes with ropa vieja and the assorted meats and cheese board. I personally liked the croquettes the best but it was all delicious! But dessert is really where it's at. Order the bread pudding. It's one of the best desserts I've ever had!
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1 year ago
We had a large group (party of 9) come for a family dinner recently and this place was so accommodating!! 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 :) read more
This place was incredible! The patatas bravas had more sauce than I've experienced previously but they were cooked to perfection. For our main courses, the portions were HUGE. My chicken sandwich came with two breasts, so I couldn't finish it but the flavor was great. I ended with the bread pudding which I loved. And, they use bread from their bakery which was so fresh and tasty. Would also be perfect for a nicer vacation dinner/date night as the ambiance is beautiful and service was quick. read more
1 year ago
La Bodeguita gave upscale vibes without the overpriced menu items. I got the Gin-Ah! cocktail ($13), which was refreshing with mint, grapefruit juice, gin, and sparkling wine. I also tried the Darkiri ($13), which was reminiscent of a mojito, with rum, lime juice, and mint. We also had two salads, La Pirinaca ($15) and Ensalada Rucula y Pera ($15), both of which were delicious. Service was really good. We sat at the bar and were checked on if we needed anything. read more
A HIDDEN GEM IN PR. A must visit!! This will be one of your most affordable dinners on the island, and one of the most memorable. I have only been impressed by a speakeasy once prior; and much like this visit, I have absolutely no idea how my husband pulled off finding it! After nights of street food, I told my husband that I was craving a sexy dinner... and here he brought us! We walked in the bakery and I was absolutely confused... why was I wearing this nice dress? After a stop to the bathroom, my husband opened the "refrigerator door" and we were whisked away into one of the most romantic restaurants I have ever seen... dark lighting, very limited tables, a full bar, and a wine room surrounded by glass walls in the back. Oomph! We walked in on a Saturday night without a reservation; elsewhere, this would be a nightmare, but we were immediately seated without judgement. The waiter recommended the beef tip appetizer (a must try!). We sipped on rum cocktails (yum), and were brought a complimentary dish of truffle fries (YUM!!). Ultimately, we ordered the chicken and mahi mahi... my husband absolutely scored ordering the chicken. My mahi mahi was okay, but overcooked; his chicken was one of the top dishes we had in PR. We both chose rice and beans as our sides, and it was the best BY FAR by the end of our weeklong trip. The night was going so well, I chose to splurge and ordered crème brûlée- not the best, not the worst. The fruit on top was delicious. When the check came, I was blown away we were under $100. What an absolute score. read more
1 year ago
Loved this place. Stayed at the Hotel Next door. Convenient location. Food was amazing! Ambiance was chill and inviting. The service was excellent and they were very attentive! Bartender was super helpful! Highly recommend this little Hidden Gem! read more
1 year ago
We were looking for a restaurant within walking distance of our condo and found La Bodeguita de Manolo. The atmosphere is that of an upscale lounge and then we were told that we had to walk towards the back to actually get into the restaurant. It was busy for a Wednesday night so we sat at the bar, which was absolutely no problem at all. Service was efficient and friendly and the food was phenomenal. My sister-in-law had the filet mignon that came with brie and caramelized onions and I had the "Congri con to'", which is like a pork/ black beans and rice/ plantains Bowl with these ultra fine Julienned potatoes on top and cilantro. It was absolutely delicious! Drinks were on point and reasonably priced as well. After dinner we went over to the bar area and had some cocktails. The bartenders were super friendly as were the patrons! Overall we had a great time and will most definitely be back the next time we are in San Juan. read more
10 months ago
Love love love this spot. Beautiful decor, great bar. Attentive service and the food exceeded my expectations. They have a server there named Melanie who is delightful. Good portion size, good variety of flavors, proteins and tapas. Didn't realize until my third time there that they have a whole other larger adjacent bar/lounge that was equally impressive. If you're in the area, make it a point to visit. read more
2 years ago
I loved everything about this place. Definitely gives speak easy vibes with its secret entrance. Food was top gear and think drink was delicious. The bartender was not only a wonderful served but he chatted us up and was generally gray. We went during lunch but I would love to check this place out for dinner and when their bar is fully open. The entrance is in a bakery and very easy to miss. A must on the Puerto Rico trip list read more
Possibly best lamb chops I ever had. White rice was good. Dessert called la bomba also surprisingly good During second visit the steak and white rice were great. Mac and cheese super cheesy in a good way. Very rich The inside decor is amazing A little difficult to find. Speakeasy vibes in a good way. Service was high quality as expected based off prices. read more
Wow what a well kept secret. This speak easy has everything! Go through the private door into a Puerto Rican Paradise! The food, ambience and service were amazing! And the price for all that was very reasonable!! Dont hesitate to stop by!! read more
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This place is a MUST if you're looking for a fancier dinner outing! It's a speakeasy where you have to enter through Sobao and open a door that looks like a freezer. The food here is absolutely INCREDIBLE. We got the pear and arugula salad to start which was very refreshing. For a main, we saw they had paella on the menu on their website, but came to find out they are no longer offering it anymore :( Instead, our waiter suggested the congri con to which is a rice dish with pork which was absolutely delicious. The flavors were out of this world and it also had a nice kick to it, not too spicy but spicy enough to add a little flair. The waiters were all so nice and the service was amazing. The drinks also looked amazing but we decided we did not want to drink that night. This is a great place for a little fancy date, a group of friends who want to catch up, or if you just want to treat yourself to some good food. read more
2 years ago
Amazing . Best octopus I've ever had ?! And I've had some great ones . Tender , flavorful, perfectly cooked. Huge portion too . Together with the Filet Mignon tips, also delicious, that was the whole meal! Satiated without feeling stuffed . Highly recommend. read more
1 year ago
The food! The service! The drinks! Everything! I had the pork bellly and it was to die for! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
A perfect hidden gem! I'm left without words because the food was so delicious and perfectly cooked and seasoned. It's nice and dark perfect for a date night the service is great and exceptional. Nothing is over priced especially for the amount of food you're served. I'll let the pictures do the talking will definitely be returning again! read more
I was blown away by this place. Wow. I ordered a strawberry shrub with lavender sparkling water and vodka. It's a bit on the sweeter side but it's incredible. My fiancé ordered a mojito like drink with mint, lime, and cava that knocked our socks off. The food was also excellent. We got fried octopus, croquettes with ropa vieja and the assorted meats and cheese board. I personally liked the croquettes the best but it was all delicious! But dessert is really where it's at. Order the bread pudding. It's one of the best desserts I've ever had! read more
1 year ago
This was such a cool place and the fact that the door to the restaurant is through a freezer door located in a bakery is hilarious. Started off with some yummy tuna tacos and a delicious octopus (my favorite). The burrata salad was very good and fresh. The congri con to was super flavorful as well, although I wish they gave more salsa and less rice and beans haha. Finished off the meal with a great bread pudding. Service is great as well! read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
Phenomenal food! Simply delicious. The grilled octopus was divine. The alcapurrias were on point! Fast and attentive service and a fabulous atmosphere! The speakeasy theme is super cool! read more
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We made dinner reservations a month out on a Thursday night since they usually have live music those nights. Unfortunately, the Thursday night we went, there was a private event going on and the winery room was completely shut down. Only the restaurant/bar portion was open which isn't very big. It wasn't crowded though so it wasn't an issue and we had a reservation. The interior of the dining area was dark, cool, vibey. The tables weren't cluttered. It was a cool aesthetic. They have a private dining room off the floor as well and there was a dinner party going on while we were there (glass windows - you can see in). While the restaurant wasn't very crowded, the service was slow and our server was not the most attentive. Luckily the drinks and food made up for that. The bartender was really friendly and helped us order a round of drinks before we got seated. They had some very interesting cocktails - one we ordered had a burnt/smoking piece for rosemary with it. For mean, we started with the pork belly bao buns - very tasty but pricy; you get 3 to an order. For our mains, my boyfriend tried the bodequita chicken and I got the short ribs. Both dishes were excellent. If I were to go back, I'd try the chicken dish my boyfriend got since it's very different and not something I've ever seen in NYC. We were too full for dessert. All in all it was a nice dinner - just wish we could've enjoyed some live entertainment. read more
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4 years ago
Place was perfect! Very aesthetically pleasing! You do need to enter the first restaurant (Saboa I think) and enter this restaurant brought what looks like a refrigerator door. Appetizers were great. The flat bread was just like a normal flat bread you can find anywhere but the pork steam buns were killer. Get the bread pudding. Just do it. read more
3 years ago
Incredible food and service. Lovely ambiance. We had the Spicy Tuna Tacos, Grilled Octopus, Warm Salad, and Berkshire pork chop, with which "The Lady" cocktail paired very well. read more
3 years ago
This place had such a hidden entrance and when you go in had the chillest vibes. All around you see records of different artist. Great place to have some drinks and romantic dinner. Service was great! We loved our server, super attentive. The food was delicious. The octopus was absolutely amazing. The skirt steak was cooked perfectly but honestly I would put the sauce on the side. Personally I don't like sweet sauce and for me too sweet. I took it off and put hot sauce which made it great. The bread budding is to die for. You need to get it! Chocolate soufflé was ordered by my friend and she loved it! read more
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3 years ago
Really good food!! The ambiance is nice but the tables are a bit close together so it doesn't feel as romantic/private as it could. The servers were very nice but the service was pretty slow, hence four stars. read more
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