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    La Taberna

    4.2 (30 reviews)
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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Alan S.

    We were on our way to a food garden nearby when we passed by Selfies and decided to change our plans in favor of this stylish Spanish tapas bar that would not feel out of place in Palermo or Roma Norte. We shared most of the vegetarian tapas options, with a glass or two of sparkling wine. All of the flavors were exceptional. The light flavor of quince in the membrillo paired well not solely with the fried cheese, but also with the pieces of patatas bravas that fell to the wayside of the (also-delicious) aioli. And the tangy tomato salsa paired with the roasted scallions was divine.

    Salty shrimp salad
    Britta L.

    Yummy, good prices. Unfortunately the shrimp salad was so salty I couldn't eat really eat it, but the Fresca salad was super yummy and the papas dish with fried egg and veggies, and rustico sandwhich. Prawn dish wasn't the best, but not bad. Would come back, just wouldn't order shrimp salad today

    Disgusting Octopus. Chewy and gross.
    Stephanie R.

    Very unhappy with both service and food quality. I ordered their grilled octopus which was chewy and gross. Got there early and was told by one employee to go inside, another employee kicks us out immediately because she was cleaning (about 3 minutes before opening time). Seated outside to wait and then we are told we cannot go inside because wits all reserved.... we had smokers next to the table so it was completely disgusting and disrespectful on their part for not letting the group know beforehand. Will never return or recommend this joint to anyone. San Juan has many amazing restaurants, go to any of those. Not worth the trip, money or time.

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    Good food great service a neighborhood feel. Outdoor seating is excellent. Mushroom truffle croquettes are to die for!

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    Food, service & ambience are amazing. Best place for tapas , wine and crafted beers. Be early if you want to have a nice table outside

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    The food is authentic and the service was so good! We had the best time and enjoyed every single tapa. Highly recommend!

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    Great neighborhood tapas and vino/drinks. The staff is accommodating and friendly. Eat like a local. Visit the Taberna Selfies.

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    Best Spanish food in town! Great ambiance & safe location right next to Ciudadela! Must visit if you're in the San Juan area.

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    Sit outside on the sidewalk or watch a fútbol game inside, Taberna Selfies gives you a true Spanish feeling in the tropics.

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    La Taberna Lúpulo

    La Taberna Lúpulo

    4.4(419 reviews)
    6.0 km
    $$

    I'm not a big beer guy. But, a few years ago at número uno they had this beer con parcha (passion…read morefruit) that I really enjoyed. So, we are walking around old San Juan and I'm like homie I need the first drink we can find! Enter La taberna lúpulo. First, dude servicing the bar was extra cool. Just friendly and engaged and didn't act like we just business, but friendly. I wasn't even planning on drinking beer. But my homie was like what do you recommend and he poured a sample of some blonde ale and... wheat ale con parcha!! I was like o snap let me have a glass of that. Fire!! I wouldn't call it sweet, but it has that hint. More importantly it was fresh and not funky. I personally find tap beer is usually not fresh tasting and tend to prefer bottles or cans when I drink beer. But that was not a problem here. Tasted brand new and delicious. The location is unbeatable, in the heart of old San Juan. The decor was fun and eclectic. I'm a fan of the elephant personally due to my old school ties with elephant size productions. Oh and it was super inexpensive. It was like $4-$5 a beer iirc. Which is crazy for a trendy neighborhood like this (La factoría around the corner). Great job to the staff at Lúpulo. Highly recommended.

    A fine place to stop for lunch. The food wasn't bad, but wasn't anything special. We tried a beer…read morethat I'd rate pretty highly, but it was just something shipped in from the states. The staff was nice enough but far from attentive.

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    La Taberna Lúpulo - Paola was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful.

    Paola was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful.

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    La Taberna Lúpulo - This is their version of a piña colada

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    This is their version of a piña colada

    El Batey

    El Batey

    4.6(192 reviews)
    6.0 km
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    If you're looking for the perfect dive bar experience in Old San Juan, this place absolutely nails…read moreit. From the moment you walk in, you feel the vibe. It's small, loud, a little gritty, and completely inviting--exactly what a true dive bar should be. The walls are covered in graffiti and stickers from years of visitors leaving their mark, and honestly, that's part of the magic. You can't help but look around and smile at all the personality packed into such a cozy space. One of my favorite details? Look over to the right corner of the bar and you'll spot what looks like a vintage cash register straight out of the 1800s. Then right in the middle of the bar you've got the modern point-of-sale devices. The contrast is hilarious and perfect--old-school charm meeting modern bar life. There's a pool table, plenty of seating for such an intimate spot, and yes, a restroom inside (always appreciated in Old San Juan!). But what really makes this place stand out is the service--the staff is fantastic, welcoming, and they pour seriously strong drinks that are also refreshingly affordable. This is the kind of place where you come for one drink in the afternoon and suddenly the whole evening disappears in great conversation and good vibes. If you're wandering the streets of Old San Juan and want authentic dive bar energy, great drinks, and a place full of character, this is absolutely a must-stop. Highly recommend.

    Always a good time here. Love the grunge vibe. The Pina Batida was delicious! Service was friendly!read more

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    La Factoría - Spiced Old Fashioned

    La Factoría

    4.5(775 reviews)
    6.0 km
    $$

    THE Famous La Factoria club of where Despacito, Heart Break, and other songs were filmed here. When…read morein 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

    Amazing. Seemed a little intimidating at first with fancy vibes but it was great. Bar tender was…read morekind and helpful. Honestly the Paloma was o e of the best I had all trip. Pricy but the atmosphere was worth it. Seemed to be cool people upstairs but we sat at the bar. Bouncer frisked only young men, which was hilarious as it seemed to surprise the white dudes, lol. Music was a highlight. 90s hipster stuff, we asked about it and it is a custom playlist. Velvet Underground and the like

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    La Factoría - Our most loved signature cocktail: Lavender Mule

    Our most loved signature cocktail: Lavender Mule

    La Factoría - Perfect, historic bar!

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    Perfect, historic bar!

    Cervecería Takabru - Condado

    Cervecería Takabru - Condado

    4.9(7 reviews)
    1.1 km

    Love-Love-Love this place!…read more I was geeked to go here because for one I was on vacation on a beautiful island with my beautiful woman and two they were right down the street from where we were staying. Upon entering you are welcomed by a set of stairs that lead you to an open floor plan that is decorated simple yet somewhat of a beach theme. There wasn't any employees anywhere to be seen except the patrons enjoying themselves so we were somewhat confused on what to do so we walked over to the register and were greeted by a gentleman from the back. He said we could sit anywhere we'd like and he'd come and explain how things work. He explained to us that they use a wristband and the taps have a sensor and we scan our wristband and it measures how much we get each time and we are billed by the ounces we pour; what a great concept. We enjoyed many of their beers, each one just as great as the last. My personal favorite was the peanut butter porter, delish! The ordering for the food is by QR code which I hate, but it is what it is. I feel like if you're paying for food and giving a tip you should at least bare minimum have someone taking your order and tending to your needs. We ordered: Fish tacos 5/5 Croquettes 5/5 The one employee who was working was kind and courteous and great, so we left him a nice tip on our beer and food, which were separate bills. We will see you again the next time we are on the island. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Thanks again :)

    Great place located upstairs... been on tap by oz. Spacious and self served .. food Al an be…read moreordered and pay online easy to use. The guy came up to us got our name and gave us bracelets for the beer.

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    Cervecería Takabru - Condado

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