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One of the coolest nightlife experiences I've had in my life so far! Vibes are off the planet here at the right time and it's amazing getting to walk from bar to bar. The atmosphere and the espresso martinis were 10/10
The cocktails were great--creative, balanced, and well made. Great music, lively atmosphere, and quality craft cocktails.
We stopped in here for drinks and to hang out and people watch. Ambiance is chill, bartenders were attentive and drinks are good HOWEVER I paid with a 100$ bill and for some reason when I got the change back something made me count my money and sure enough I did NOT receive the correct change back. So stay vigilant my friends lol La Factoría is an internationally acclaimed, speakeasy-style cocktail bar located in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Despacito" Fame: The venue gained global mainstream attention when it was featured as a primary filming location in the 2017 music video for the mega-hit "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee We came We saw On to the next
What a hidden gem!!! We passed right by it the first time and didn't even notice this was here. Super cute and they have an inside and outside bar too. The drinks were crafted beautifully and the bartenders were super friendly and gave us great local suggestions as well. Highly recommend stopping by for a few drinks here.
Loved this place so much and I'm so happy we stopped by. The drinks were delicious and perfectly made. The staff was friendly and helpful. The place is clean and welcoming and we will definitely be back when visiting San Juan. Also, the price of the drinks were very affordable considering they're actual cocktails. Loved it here!
THE Famous La Factoria club of where Despacito, Heart Break, and other songs were filmed here. When in Puerto Rico, this is a must. AMBIANCE: Parking: Welcome to Old San Juan, it get get pretty busy - best to carpool or do public transportation. Seating: Indoor seating or private cabana set ups for groups. Room for a total of 100 people. Feels: Welcome to Old San Juan, a mix of touristy and culture. The spot itself is popular for locals and tourists. As for the space itself, what's unique about this spot is this place isn't just one bar. It's actually a series of connected rooms (about 6-7 different spaces), each with its own vibe - speak easy, dance, casual, house, live music and more! I'm surprised each room can contain it's sounds while maintaining its own energy. It feels like a speakeasy maze meets nightlife experience. Dim lighting, vintage touches, and just enough chaos in a good way. DRINKS/EXPERIENCE It was such a fun night, not sure what I ordered but there is an abundance of flavors as every room has different selections. But popular drinks if you're looking for guidance - lavendar mule, espresso martini, a classic mojito. They got the classic to your well-crafted cocktails. Some spots provide food while others is sip and chill or sip and dance. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Fast-paced but solid. Staff keeps up with the crowd and still manages to be engaging. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars! Good choices, reasonable prices, and a vibe like no other. As a gemini that can be quite indecisive, I enjoyed this spot - especially with its multiple options. This is more than a bar - it's an experience. A spot where the night can go longer than expected. TIPS: * Walk through ALL the rooms--you'll miss half the experience if you don't
Loved La Factoría! The atmosphere was lively without feeling overwhelming, with great music and some really fun salsa dancing that gave the place an authentic Puerto Rican nightlife vibe. The space also had surprisingly good ventilation, so even with the dancing and crowd it stayed comfortable. Drinks were great, the bar itself has a ton of character, and the whole place just felt energetic and unique. Definitely a spot worth checking out in Old San Juan!
Fantastic vibes and craft cocktails! My friends and I stopped by La Factoria after hearing that they filmed the Despacito music video! We came during the day and there's not many seats, but we were luckily able to grab a table. It was hard to get a bartenders attention at first and no one really came over to ask for our orders. I got the Pornstar Martini, which was super strong and refreshing! Highly recommend if you're a Passionfruit fan!
Top notch vibes paired with fantastic drinks The playlist here is perfect if you just want to sit down, enjoy a drink, and have a conversation with friends Once again, the mixologists/bartenders were very kind to a solo traveller, going out of their way to make me feel involved in everything going on. The water glass was always (almost immediately) quietly topped up whenever it was empty and they even offered to make me a customised cocktail that was to my taste / what I wanted at that moment Very well deserving of their accolades!
Love this place. 5 different rooms with different themes. We had a short rib grilled cheese sandwich and it was sooooo good. The au jus was wonderful. The drinks were great and the house music room was a fun place to dance off those calories
This bar serves great specialty cocktails and the food was really good too. which is surprising for a bar/club. they have many different rooms with different music selections so there is something for everyone to enjoy. it was pretty packed on A friday night so wear comfy shoes and be ready to dance. my favorite spot was upstairs where i was able to look out the windows and see down the whole strip
Still 5 stars... We came here Saturday night for drinks after dinner. There's a line outside, bouncer checking IDs, and people wanting to go in, but it moved fast. The place was packed but people move around, between the bar, the second room, and outside. Even with the busy bar, we did not wait long for someone to get our drink order. There's sofas, small tables, and window seats, plus enough space to stand. We waited a bit and were lucky to get the window seats. This is great for people watching plus to enjoy the island breeze. Location is great too, right on the street of many other bars making it easy to hop around and be a part of the very lively crowd that's always happy to be there, both locals and tourists. La Factoría is definitely a must when visiting Old San Juan
Classic and popular bar in viejo (old) San Juan. Def recommend to go in for a drink. They often have live band or DJ playing, which is perfect for dancing. The space is bigger than some other bars in the same area but does get packed because of its popularity.
1 year ago
This bar offered a truly unique experience. On our first visit, we sat at the "first bar" and were completely unaware of the other two bars within. The bartender was attentive, and the drink prices were reasonable. They mostly played house music. A couple of nights later, we decided to explore the bars in the back. The second bar was small but cozy, with a hip-hop/R&B mix of music. The third bar in the back was a sight to behold--a large open dance floor with salsa music playing all night. I had myself an old-fashioned, while my wife had a lavender mule. Both drinks were excellent! As we danced, we noticed a band setting up, so we were got to enjoy a live performance from a local band all in one. If you ever find yourself in Old San Juan, this place is a must-visit. Este bar ofrece una experiencia única. En nuestra primera visita, nos sentamos en el "primer bar" sin saber que había otros dos. El bartender fue atento y los precios razonables, con música house de fondo. Unos días después, exploramos los bares de atrás. El segundo era pequeño y acogedor, con música hip-hop/R&B. El tercero tenía una gran pista de baile con salsa toda la noche. Disfruté un old-fashioned y mi esposa un lavender mule, ambos excelentes. También vimos una banda local en vivo. Si visitas Old San Juan, ¡no te lo pierdas! read more
Hand down the best cocktails in the area! On a Friday at 7pm it's very chill but the bar stays busy! Love the salsa music that's on. La Factoría is the biggest bar inside this building, that includes a total of 5 bars. We enjoyed the drinks so much Friday that we went back Saturday night and my oh my was it crowded! I mean the dance floor was non existent. Although you could find a corner and dance but it was hard. Either way great ambiance, music, drinks and the bartenders were all amazing! read more
4 months ago
10 months ago
Visited La Factoria on a cruise stop over two weeks ago and it was definitely worth the walk from the port. It offers a quaint and inviting atmosphere, and it's evident that its expert bartenders put their hearts into creating drinks which are uniquely phenomenal. It's a must visit! read more
bartenders are friendly and warm. There are a few rooms within the establishment. Some had a whiff of wet dog/mildew. Was hoping that the menu had more rum cocktails. Had the bartender whip up a drink based on my likes being rum and something not overly sweet, she did her best but I was not a fan. Came back to try their version of a colada, it was ok but definitely not the best version of an iced colada. I found the drinks to be quite weak. read more
10 months ago
Stopped by this bar because it's where the Despacito music video was filmed. Cute little hole in the wall. Very good drinks! Best drink was the Peligroso! Not as impressed by guanabana punch. read more
We were really looking forward to going here after hearing the rave reviews, but didn't have the best experience. We went on a Sunday evening, so maybe another night would've been better. We loved the live music and dancing. However, we sat down and were told we couldn't order at the bar if sitting at a table even though we waited about 15 minutes for a server. We also only saw a limited menu. Would've loved to try some of the other drinks we had heard about. read more
All I can say is WOW!! #1 for happy hour ... now we know why! There's actually 6 bars in 1 ... each with a different look and ambiance as well as varying drink menus. 1. Classy feel with bar, bistro tables and a couple of couches ... try the Pornstar Martini (comes with side shot of champagne) 2. Small quiet bar with wine cocktails ... chill feel especially with great A/C 3. Large mix use room with some hi-top tables for wine bar along with area for salsa dancing ... try the Champeta & Missionary (great bartender even walked over 4 waters to our table without us asking) 4. Dark interior room which was basically the entire dance floor playing loud techno music ... probably better late night (for the younger crowd) 5. Side room in hallway with just enough room for a small bar ... holding a private event but still got a pic 6. Last but not least ... more subdued local bar feel that exited to side street - which took you back to entrance of first bar Absolutely loved this place!! Next time ... we'll probably just start and end up here. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Good cocktails and great salsa music and dancing. They have quite a few different bars with various music. Each room has its own feel, and plenty of fun bars on the same street. read more
High ceilings and raw vibes give way to well crafted and balanced cocktails and an ecclectic mix of music: salsa, 80s hits and rock and Espanol. Three different rooms - the warmest one, the less warm one and the air conditioned one. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon.... Friendly and courteous bar service. I would return for the evening vibes next time! read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
Incredible spot for cocktails and great music. The bartenders were very helpful in choosing a variety of delicious drinks. So creative! Great vibe to hang out and enjoy a late afternoon in Old San Juan. read more
2 years ago
Stopped in for a refreshing drink. Great place to rest between long touristy walks. Ordered the lavender mule - was refreshing. Got an espresso before facing the hot weather again. Service was efficient and friendly. Will come back at a later time and check out the other rooms and offerings. Love the rustic clout clean vibe read more
Fun, artsy and laidback vibe located in old San Juan. The bartender was very friendly and made us an amazing cocktail with ginger. I don't recall the name but it was tasty. A good place to people watch sitting at the bar stools facing the window overlooking the busy sidewalks. read more
2 years ago
What a cool spot to visit for drinks!! It's basically broken up into different bar/lounge areas. The first is laid back, with classic lounge vibes including bar, couches, and small private seating areas. The next one is narrow bar seating - a little more up beat. Then you have the next areas - a little louder, more open - less seating, set up for dancing. And then in back the "red room" has a club atmosphere where you can't even hear yourself think lol We loved it though. The place has so much character and old time feel to it. The drinks are amazing! Prices are what you'd expect for an upscale bar with exceptional baristas. Perfect place to hang out with a group of friends for drinks. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area. read more
2 years ago
La Factoria is a 10/10. This place WAS SUCH A VIBEEEEEE. It was everything I was looking for and more. It was my first time visitng PR and I wanted to visit a nice reputable bar. I did some research and saw that this bar was voted as part of The World's 50 Best Bars! So I had to pay a visit. I love that it has multiples rooms inside with a bar in each single room and different areas to lounge and hang out at. The selection of cocktails are fantastic! And the bartenders are very sweet too. If you're visiting PR and don't know where to go, GO TO LA FACTORIA! It will make you want to come back and visit PR, like it did for me :) You can best believe I will be back very soon! read more
3 years ago
We enjoyed our time here. This was one of a popular place told to us by the locals and on social media is so laid back. Kind of speech. Easy vibes All ethnic groups seem to be welcome and the music buried in different rooms or salsa room. What kind of a R&B and pop when I was there on my visit. My daughter and I enjoyed a lavender drink which was really different. No cover charges in any of the clubs or lounges which is great and everyone was nice read more
3 years ago
When in Old San Juan, La Factoría is THE place to stop and enjoy a refreshing drink while exploring the Spanish Colonial Fortress and unique streets or some delicious bites in the evening followed by dancing to some great music. Lavender Mule 10/10 Thanks to the wonderful bartender who was inviting and knowledgeable about the drinks read more
1 year ago
How this place doesn't have 5 stars blows my mind!! Mind you, all the bars are amazing in Old San Juan, but this place is the most recommend and honestly, I understand why. The bar staff is great, they have three different place you can hangout and listen to great music and you can see the street from the top floor! I was only able to eat the fried wings but they were amazing! Their kitchen is closed Tuesday and Wednesday, just a heads up but there's plenty of good places to eat! Highly recommend! Definitely making this a primary stop whenever I come back to mi Viejo San Juan! read more
This is an absolute must when in Old San Juan! With tons of signature cocktails, it was hard to choose but we enjoyed the lavender mule the most. The bartenders at each of the different bars were all attentive even though it was packed. The very back had a live band which created a fun, dance friendly atmosphere for the night. read more
One of the top bars in San Juan. At this point in time, it's number 18 in the world. Recommended by many uber drivers when we were traveling around the city. The vibes are unmatched. Multiple rooms to this very cool bar and. Huge area for salsa dancing. read more
TLDR: Amazing ambiance, great drinks and wonderful servers! LA Factoria is a must visit place while in Old San Juan. Famous for being on the music video Despacito, this bar really lives up to the hype. The ambience is wonderful and there are more than one bar in this setting and you can experience different settings and get comfortable in anyone depending on your mood for the night. Their drinks are really good and so is their food. Their smoky old fashioned and fish tacos were amazing! read more
Although the electricity was off for our experience, the cocktails were lights ON. Everyone must stop here for a cocktail or two. I wish we could have experienced it with the lights on but it was an intimate experience regardless. read more
3 years ago
Fuimos a la Factoria por que leímos es uno de los mejores bares del mundo y fue donde grabaron despacito. Es un bar de salsa con varios ambientes, preguntamos si ponían reguetton y nos vieron con cara de locos creo que es una perdida de oportunidad! si me preguntas a mi, pondría la canción de despacito una vez cada hora! en uno de los ambientes pero entiendo estarán hartos y es un bar de salsa, pero en el ambiente que estábamos había rock y musica en ingles... eso me decepciono un poco... Picamos comida estaba bien rica! y los tragos bien read more
2 years ago
I did not try any food but the service at the bar was great and the ambiance was so fun and cute!! Cannot wait to come back!! Definitely recommend for tourists! read more
2 years ago
So many cool rooms to wander into!!! What a vibe! We walked in and were shocked the areas just kept going and going. There was a different style of music and ambiance going on in each room. We found a Latin room where there was a live band, salsa dancing and lots of people. We went into the R&B area which was cute and small like a mini lounge/ bar room, low hip hop and r&b playing l. Craft cocktails and a smaller crowd. Seats are bar and along the wall. This was our favorite room. We also enjoyed the techno room which was dark but had red led lights. A larger space, less crowded than the Latin room, but a vibe l. We rocked out and tried some local brews in this room. This spot is cool and low key a major win because you get a little of everything. If you are like us and out with a group this is the perfect spot to try out. They have something for everyone!! read more
Oh my goodness. What a vibe! It's a bar, or 3 bars actually, with killer food. The trip to La Factoria did not disappoint. The different rooms with different aesthetics (and great music to boot) was a real treat. The bartenders are attentive, friendly, and pointed me in the right direction. Those pork empanadas are to die for, and they're still in my dreams! OMG, La Factoria is the spot. Please take me back! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
La Factoría was an amazing experience! Each room was a different vibe and different crowd. The music was also different in each room. From the lighting to the decor, you experienced something different as you stepped through each hall to enter a different connected bar. I would highly recommend this place in Old San Juan. read more
All the experience of bar hopping without having to leave the bar! They advertise 6 different bars that you walk through to get through-- we were only able to find 5 of them, of which one (La Cubanita) we had to go through a separate entrance outside to get to. Could not find the final bar for the life of us. Also I saw some previous reviews mentioning there being an upstairs, which we also could not find. Now onto the drinks-- highly recommend the Lavender Mule, which is their most popular drink for a reason. Also ordered a Champita, which was decent. Prices are great, averaged like $10 a cocktail which for the quality you're getting is a fantastic deal. read more
2 years ago
La factoría was one of the spots recommended by locals and my salsa instructor. We came here for drinks and to put our salsa lesson to the test. There are three different rooms to choose from and we spent the majority of our time in the second room with the live band. Service at the bar was relatively quick and the bartender made a decent old fashioned. I honestly had no expectations, so it was a nice experience but not somewhere I would return. read more
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Calle San Sebastián 148
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901
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