While out walking and exploring we came upon this wonderful sandwich shop. So we checked it out on…read moreyelp and decided to give it try. Only downside was during our visit a couple months ago the water issues was going on so there were so restrooms. The Cuban was spot on. Slightly crispy bread, flavorful meat, tender pork and crunchy pickles. The fries were on point I'm not sure what they do to them to make them so golden and perfect. There's plenty of seating and it didn't take too long to get our food. Will definitely stop in here again when visiting.

El Meson always hits the spot! The soft toasted bread is delicious no matter what ingredients you…read moreorder it with. Even though the place is a bit small it seems to be comfortable enough to accommodate lots of people. The service was excellent and the Borocua Sandwich was tasty. To top it all we had a huge Cheese Quesito!

WOW! We came to fuel up on our last night here in San Juan around 2:30 to 3 in the morning after…read moreour last night out in Old San Juan salsa dancing. We had seen this truck parked here all week, but this night was the night I would commit to trying it, and I am happy I did. I can't even remember the name of the sandwich I got, but I know it contained three meats and that was enough to this carnivore to get it. The sandwich was delicious, it hit the spot, just what I needed at 3:30 in the morning, I highly recommend you try them no matter what time of the day you get the craving. BTW, the location on Yelp is wrong, or they have a second truck.

Man, this seems so far away now! A cruise we took in March, just before all the Covid madness blew…read moreup, took us to PR. Our first night there, we only wanted a casual bite. So we found this food truck not far down the street from the DoubleTree. Their menu was not that hard to understand even for non-Spanish speakers for the most part, but then when it comes to something novel ("What is a fongo?"), the lack of an explanation and choppy English-language skills might not help very much. So after a bit of pointing and gesticulating, we ended with an artisanal burger and some fongos pollo. The food was OK - freshly prepared and quite substantial. For my taste, it relied a bit much on grease and mayonnaise. Still a decent taste of local fare - or IS it considered authentic local fare? Apparently, they are pretty big for a food truck - 5 or 6 different locations at least, depending on which truck you want!

Was recommended this restaurant by a friend…read more We went here for brunch, and it was great! Friendly atmosphere, great location, and the guava croissant was amazing.

For your information, this coffee shop is located inside a museum, so you need to enter into the…read moregate first (which is free to enter) to find it. I've noticed that many people tend to order hot coffees even though it's really hot outside. But I was craving a nice cold iced coffee. They offer iced options and even speciality coffee beverages as well, so it was just what I was looking for. I personally opted for the HAZELNUT CREAM MOCHA. I tasted the hazelnut flavor. It was a nice non-artificial tasting flavor. It had the right amount of sweetness. So, I personally really enjoyed it! You can escape inside to find cool air inside and a pretty wall art while you wait inside. You can also find small coffee bags that have roast dates on it to buy! Although I didn't get to try many coffee shops around town as I would have liked, this one was quite memorable.

I live in VSJ. These sandwiches are amazing. Everything is great here. It is my go to stop for…read morepicnics at El Morro or quick break when walking the streets. They also have random Italian groceries for sale. I make pizza at home and get my sauce and peppers here. Can't miss place trust me. Side note all sandwiches are subway stops. True New Yorker. Quality food.

A cool quiet spot for a fresh sandwich and espresso in Viejo San Juan. Nice staff and great service…read moretoo.

Really great, centrally located lunch spot for when you're exploring Old San Juan! I got their…read moremozzarella and tomato sandwich and my husband got their bell peppers and Italian sausage linguini and both were delicious and filling. Coffee is excellent and service is friendly. Casual ambiance and small but cozy space. Really adorable shop dogs.

This place is a real gem. We stopped here during our cruise port day and I am so happy we did. The…read morecoffee was excellent and the food was even better. This is a small café. Allow yourself some time to slow down and enjoy. Service was very kind and attentive.

Looked into the top coffee spots of Puerto Rico, this stood out. It doesn't get better than…read morefarm-to-cup type of coffee. AMBIANCE Parking: Old San Juan rules--come early or be ready to walk. Seating: Multiple seating areas for individuals and small groups but it's also a cafe too so there is seating in the back too. Vibes: Clean, modern café with a mix of locals and tourists. You can tell people come here for the coffee, not just to pass through. It leans more intentional and coffee-focused rather than just aesthetic--which I appreciated. FOOD / DRINKS Coquito Frap (Recommend) When in Puerto Rico, Coquito. Creamy, coconut-forward, and lightly spiced--like a frozen coquito with a coffee twist. Sweet, smooth, and definitely more of a dessert drink than a regular latte. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly and efficient. Even with a crowd, things moved quickly. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Solid spot. Great drink options at a reasonable price. They know what they're doing. Whether you're a coffee person or just need a reset, this place delivers. Salute to the Munoz family for sharing their coffee to the world! TIPS * Try their house coffee if you want the full experience--that's what they're known for.

Café Cuatro Sombras in Old San Juan is a lovely café with wonderful staff and a really welcoming…read moreatmosphere. We loved it so much we actually went twice during our trip - and even made a final stop before heading to the airport to go home. On our first visit, Hector (the roaster) happened to be there, which made the experience feel even more special. The staff overall were all so kind and attentive. The coffee is absolutely excellent - velvety smooth, rich, and delicious. I could easily drink more than one cup. I had a latte, and my husband had a macchiato, and both were great. They have a cute little outdoor atrium seating area, but we preferred indoors where all the comfy pillow seating was. Just a note - they don't offer decaf - but for regular coffee drinkers, it's a must-visit. Such a gem in Old San Juan!

Excellent service & staff!!! Food and drinks were amazing!!!…read moreDefinitely recommend when in SJ PR

"Great food, great service, local vibe, near port in San Juan"…read more We stopped in San Juan on a Monday from a cruise, and a lot of lunch places were closed. We ended up going here based on good reviews, and we were not disappointed. The place was HOPPING-- nearly every seat taken, but we snagged two seats at the bar. Crowded and slightly noisy but not annoyingly so. My dining partner and I both got mofongo -- I got shrimp and she had chicken. We had rice & beans for a side. Food came out relatively quickly despite how busy the place was. The mofongo was DELICIOUS. I loved it especially with the hot sauce. The shrimp did still have tails, but the taste was perfect. The rice and beans were tasty too. We did appreciate that the place seemed to have a good mix of tourists as well as locals, too. Service was great-- you pay at the front as you leave. Would heartily recommend.

Our first time trying a tripleta…read more What can I say... we heard Tico's was good and boy were we happy with trying both the tripleta AND the fries at Tico Tripleta. We didn't realize the portions were sooo big. They are generous with the serving size. The food was delicious!!!

This sandwich blew my mind. It has climbed my mount rushmore of sandwiches. It's definitely top 5…read more It's very flavorful with every bite. I was full after eating one half but it was so good, i vacuumed the rest of it. Great service overall, it was right by the water. We sat down and it enjoyed it late into the night with some Mojitos we got from a bar close by. a vibe. Get one of these if you are in the area!

Review #1,046 Posted on 4.26.26…read more We came here on Thursday the 23rd while in San Juan area for my buddies 50th birthday. This spot we had seen on social media a ton for being famous for their Mallorca sandwich, a special type bread, we got the one with bacon & American cheese. Man, I made the mistake of doing the bacon instead of ham, overthought that deal. I tried my buddies with ham n cheese and I think that was way to go. I loved how this spot had that super old school feel of like a diner. You can sit at one of the table tops, or you can do the countertop too, which has tons of seats, we all were able to sit there. I'd 100% recommend this spot, but get the ham n cheese mallorca sandwich, don't overthink it.

Walked in here at ~8:15am for breakfast. There was not a lot of people yet; we were seated at the…read morebar. After a few minutes, people started trickling down and soon the place was close to being full. I liked the mallorca with ham, bacon, cheese! It was delicious. They looked small but they were filling. The pastries displayed at the window were inviting. If you're dining in, you have to tell your server that you're getting some pastries that are on display then you ask the person at the counter who also serves as the cashier to get them for you. The guava pastry was good. The vanilla bread with strawberry and pineapple/lemon was okay. They looked better than they tasted in my opinion. Payment for everything would be at the cashier after dining. If you're in San Juan, this is a place to try!

Michael was truly incredible and so helpful with ordering. My breakfast was a 12/10 and so…read morereasonably priced. I got the bandeja breakfast, it came with rice and beans, shredded pork, avocado, plantains and bacon. We also tried the stuffed cheesecake which was amazing!! I'm sad I found this place on the last leg of my trip. Don't skip the cilantro sauce! Love it here, great vibe!!

Upon entry, there was a wait, however, there was an option to leave your phone number with the host…read morewhere they took the time to call when ready. There was a green rope to prevent crowding for those who wait. The restaurant was very nice, especially if you're lucky to sit by the window. We enjoyed our food selection overall, although it didn't blow us away. It was an on par place for an average brunch experience. The food was on the more expensive side. The meal was $60 for two meals, a side of French toast, and a $4 unlimited water charge.