Many restaurants were closed for Good Friday, but Los Pinos Cafe is open "24/7," and they held true…read moreto their outdoor signage! The restaurant is located in the cute Miramar area -- also home to my favorite coffee shop, Gustos! Finding parking on Ave. Juan Ponce de León is not easy, but there are many side streets that had open parking spots. The restaurant was busy the whole time we were there, but there always seemed to be an open table. Our waiter was excellent and all the waiters we saw were bilingual. The garlic bread was ok -- tasted like garlic powder on a fluffy, lighted toasted sourdough. I had the "regular" grilled pork chops and they were the best pork chops I've ever eaten. The taste of the grill was so good and the chops were still pretty moist. My wife and kids had the churrasco skirt streak. My son said the steak at Bebo's was better, but I the steak at Los Pinos was super tender and buttery. The mofongo was so bland we didn't eat it and the amarillos (sweet plantains) were dry and lacked any caramelization on the exterior. French fries were good. As a bonus, I finally got my tres leches and it was good. I've never seen a cake oozing so much "milk" from the top of the cake when it was cut. Overall, a solid place, but Bebo's gets the win for our favorite Puerto Rican food. Regardless, I would easily return here for a meal.

The food is pretty good! Not overly flavorful and a little plain but still very fresh. Service is…read morehelpful and quick, ambiance is laid back and relaxed as it's open 24/7

I got the salmon and rice plate which was amazing! The restaurant had awesome music, host was super…read morefriendly, and the waiter answered all our menus questions!

The staff were very nice they motivated us to try this 24 hr spot. They have a full bar, breakfast,…read moredinner. I had the skirt steak it was good especially the sauce. My sister had the empanadas but stated it was ok. The price was reasonable. They gave outside and inside dining. It's a chill spot.

We came in right at opening on a weekday and were served promptly!! Service was quick and friendly…read moreand the food was delicious!!! It was mostly outdoor seating but it was mostly covered. Lots of vegetarian options and they had alcoholic and non alcoholic drink options. Would come back!!

Impeccable service, amazing choice of appetizers, yummy seafood mofongo, great mojitos and really…read moregood ambiance with live music on Saturday night.

OUT OF TOWNERS!! I went to this restaurant because the restaurant across the street was closed, and…read morethat was what I previously did research on as far as a meal !! next door was open, so I stopped by and the service was nice, but I have one complaint... I was about to order the shrimp and rice off of their menu, which is listed for $24, this is my first time being in Puerto Rico, so I thought to ask the server what would he recommend and he recommended shrimp in Mofongo... I assumed it would be similar price... considering it's still shrimp with a side when I got the bill I was charged $26 for just SHRIMP ... if I enjoyed my meal, I probably would not be as upset about this price but $26 for eight shrimp is absolutely absurd! Especially considering you have a entire meal that comes with shrimp and rice for 24... I'm usually not the type of person to cause complaints in a restaurant, but I definitely asked for clarification from a manager.. and he assured me that that price was correct... I absolutely did not care for them Mofongo... which I was anticipating trying because a lot of people have recommended it. theirs was very dry and firm. I definitely tried it with a open mind and others might have a different opinion than me. ...The shrimp was very good but not $26 good‍ .... The shrimp were average size they were not large or jumbo. ... for reference a side of shrimp where I am from (georiga) is about 10 maybe $15. I do get that I am in a touristy area so prices might be inflated. ... but that price just doesn't seem ethical. I also ordered a drink that tasted like cough medicine and the server was very nice with getting the drink replaced , lastly i ordered a piece of chocolate cake that is listed on the website to come with "snack and chocolate" and it was just a piece of cake in a box all in all I would write this restaurant a 1 ... definitely not worth returning to nothing was WOW, maybe I should have tried something else, but I don't feel like the food I got was worth what I paid‼

Un lugar al frente de un malecón y vista majestuosa del viejo San Juan; y cerca del pier para…read morellegar a pie. Un servicio ameno, la espera por una mesa fue como un relámpago, en segundos. Nuestra mesera Paula su servicio fue carismático y atento. Flipe con los chorizos en salsa de vino tinto y especias criollas. Los camarones parecían unas gambas, muy ricas es su punto de sabor de ajo no fue invasivo. Fue majestuoso en boca. Y que decir de la chuleta Can Can, sencillamente sublime, crocante, jugosa, el punto de sal único. 20 de 10. Maridaje cerveza local Medalla y cerveza sin alcohol Heineken 0.0. Sin embargo, hay cócteles de autor y tradicionales.

This time around I decided to try the ribs. They were covered in a guava BBQ sauce which was really…read moregood. The ribs themselves were fall off the bone soft and juicy. I enjoyed every bite. Last time my complaint was the slow service. This time around it was was no different. They were slow to bring the food. The difference was that this time the restaurant was full. So, based on two visits I'll say don't come if your if a hurry, but the wait is more than worth it.

Service was very friendly. We had delicious fish tacos and tasty mofongo relleno with ceviche.read more

Bryan was such a great bartender, and waiter. He pressed the watermelon juice himself and added…read morecoconut liquor with lime my drink. My crab cakes were delicious and the palm fried cuplet was filled with shrimp well seasoned and shedded mango and cabbage. The drinks were amazing. Grey Goose with pineapple juice. Watermelon fresh juice with tequila and lime and fresh mint We stayed downstairs and it was an open room with windows everywhere open and Big circling fans. The dining room was open and such a nice night out with all the fans it had a great breeze, views of all overlooking Dorado. It was our last night in Dorado what a great place to have dinner. Thanks again Bryan for making our night so special!

Best food I've had on the island! Bryan and Jirell hooked it…read moreup- best service I could possibly recommend! This venue gives a "mom and pop" vibe while delivering flavor and hospitality. The lobster risotto was flavorful and the serloin with dirty rice was mouth watering. I can't say enough good things about the food and the atmosphere at this restaurant. Thank you so much for the incredible experience. Counting down the days until we eat here again.

Look, were we at an alcapurria spot ordering pastelillos? Yes. Do we regret it? Absolutely not…read more We got one each of vegetariano, cebolla y queso, pollo, and guayaba con queso. The vegetariano was mid, but the other three? No complaints. But honestly, the food is only part of the story here. The vibe is everything. Salsa playing, high energy, warm service. We rolled in late and hungry, looking for sweet refuge from La Placita crowds, and they welcomed us like we belonged there. The music started out mixed, but at some point it shifted to Contra La Corriente front to back. We were enjoying our pastelillos, singing along to No Me Conoces, minding our own business when... el apagón. Not the whole Placita, just a couple spots including this one. The staff didn't miss a beat. Flashlights came out, mood lighting appeared, and nobody rushed us. We finished our food. We paid. We left happy. 5 stars because some experiences are bigger than the sum of their parts. This was one of them.

This is not a polished, Instagram-perfect restaurant and that's exactly the point. That's why I…read morelove it so much. Tucked inside La Placita de Santurce, its a small, casual, almost hidden spot that's usually packed with locals. Think plastic chairs, outdoor tables, music playing and a constant flow of people coming in for a quick bite or drink. Feels more like a neighborhood hangout than a restaurant. I've been coming here for years and this is what I've learned, take it from a local. For a quick bite, alcapurrias are a MUST -- especially beef or crab. Also the "pastelillos" are amazing-- corn beef, chorizo, morcilla... Everything freshly made to order. Now, if you want to sit down and enjoy an authentic Puerto Rican meal, here are some of my favorites: chuletas fritas, chicharrones de pollo, bistec encebollado and carne frita-- of course with a side of rice and beans or tostones for the win. Bottom line: you come here for flavor and authenticity, not comfort. Enjoy

My wife and I visited San Juan and found La Central on date night. What a great spot! The food and…read moreservice are fantastic! I ordered my typical old-fashioned and just by chance got to see it being prepared. What a treat! The bartender mixed while the server finalized the preparation by manually marking the ice cube with the restaurant logo, peeling the orange and twisting the garnish and adding a cherry. Finished product was great! We ordered an Empanada appetizer and both had Filet Steak. I had sweet plantains prepared in a sweet cinnamon sauce and my wife had Parmesan potatoes. Both were delicious! Big fan of La Central!

La Central is a decent choice if you're already visiting Distrito T-Mobile, want something more…read moreupscale, and aren't concerned about the price. I would not make a special trip for the restaurant alone because the food is simply too hit or miss. The chicken was easily the best thing I had. The skin had a beautiful dark, caramelized glaze with real charcoal blistering, and it was delicious. Unfortunately, the sides were a different story. The Brussels sprouts were so hard and undercooked that they were nearly inedible, while the other sides were mediocre at best. My spouse's steak was decent, but honestly no better than one from LongHorn Steakhouse at a fraction of the price. Service was timely and our server was friendly, but it felt more like standard table service than fine dining. As first-time guests, we expected some guidance through the menu and a few recommendations. The hostess was dismissive and later had a loud argument with a customer who asked to move from a table placed unnecessarily close to another couple in an almost empty restaurant. Whatever the disagreement, the entire dining room should not have heard it. At this price point, every dish should be high-quality and carefully prepared. It's strange that one item could be fantastic while another was borderline inedible. If money isn't an issue, it may be worth trying while enjoying Distrito. However, if your trip budget only allows for one fine-dining experience, I would skip La Central.