The food here was amazing. Coconut shrimp for an appetizer and fish soup. We got red snapper…read morefilet and Mahi Mahi filet with mamposteao. Both were fantastic. Tourists, this is not a place you would just stumble across but it definitely worth the 15 minute drive from San Juan. You will not be disappointed. This is probably the most authentic and delicious food we had on our vacation.

Tasty meal, good view, great service. What more do you need? I went in on a quiet and somewhat…read morerainy Monday, and I was promptly greeted by a server who was so nice. The portions were quiet sizable, and I left feeling happy. The only downer was that the outside wasn't open, and the windows weren't the best for admiring the great view. But it had a friendly vibe and good food. I bet on a sunny day the patio is perfection!

La Garita is set back in the heart of old San Joan. I'd suggest parking in the garage or on the…read morestreet and not driving down in the neighborhood of La Garita because the roads are extremely narrow. Upon entering the restaurant we got seated immediately. We sat outside on the patio because the view is phenomenal. It took awhile for the waitress to come out and take our order. Maybe because we were hungry. Honestly though, I feel it was enough time to look over the menu and make the right decision as to what to order. The environment is so calm with the sound of the waves and the breeze coming through the open windows. It might be too much for some ( like my cousin ) but I love it. So our food came along in a decent amount of time. Our drinks first. We both got Passion fruit juice. 10 OUT OF 10 . I got the grouper with rice and beans. 10 out of 10 AGAIN (This place can't miss) the different flavors bursting on my pallet is just what I like. All the different sautéed vegetables in the top of the fish was a great call and super necessary. My cousin for the lobster mofongo. It had soooooooooooo much lobster in it. OMG and seasoned very well. That's not really my thing but it had seafood and looked so good and was dripping with the sauce I couldn't resist. The fried fish were had for an appetizer was seasoned and fried to perfection. I highly recommend this place. Is my fourth time here. I don't have PR without coming here.

Worst wait staff I have ever met honestly…read more We arrived at 5:18 and waited 90 minutes to get the food. It was insane!! Juice order had to be taken twice since they forgot. If it was exceptional food, it is one thing but this is below average at best. #WORST

Very good service Jake was nice and prices were very affordable. Employees speak English aswell…read more Not too busy and chill location

Mojitos are solid and in a nice spot, i stopped for an outside smoking lounging area stayed for an…read morehour jake helped me the whole time and to be honest jake made the whole experience

Nice spot to enjoy a meal after a tour at Casa Bacardi…read more Service can be a bit slow but it's a pleasant atmosphere. Actually, the service can be excruciatingly slow. Even though we were one of the few people eating here after our Bacardi tour late in the afternoon it seemed the staff here could care less about being attentive and checking up on us. It's too bad as the food and drinks here are pretty good. Very nice decor with plenty of seating. I had the Fish & Chips - Fried Mako Shark served w/Plantain Chips & Lemon-Recao Mayo - and it was pretty good but I wish the portion served was a bit larger for the price. Still, not bad. Of course you can get a Bacardi Rum cocktail too. After all, you are in the Kingdom of Rum!

This restaurant is on the property of the bicardi factory. The food is amazing. Although I was…read moresloppy drunk at the time of consumption, my bf was pretty much sober and he thought the food was great too. So, let's just go with that. We got the guacamole & the wings. The guacamole is served with plantain chips & pork rinds.... I wish there were more pork rinds. The prices were pretty high in my opinion but from what I recall of the freshness & taste, it was worth the price. Go here, you won't be disappointed. Well, to be honest, your tastebuds won't be disappointed, your bank account, however, may make request a sit down with you afterwards. For realzies... but go anyway.

I enjoyed my food here, but wasn't a 5 star because of the price…read more.. I heard many great things about this place, so I decided to visit with my friends. We stopped by for early dinner. Since we got here early around 6pm, the wait wasn't too long. I opted for the STUFFED AVOCADO WITH STEAK & CHILEAN SALAD It was everything I expected. The steak was well cooked. The avocado was very good. Both the avocado & steak added to make the meal very filling. The Chilean Salad had a good amount of cilantro & tomato. It helped balance out the meal. The rice & beans was a good compliment to it all. Everything tasted good, but I didn't expect to pay over $30 for this simple meal.

Opens at 11:30 or so they say yet they opened at 11:44. Luckily we were the first to be seated and…read moreordered right away. After receiving the first two appetizers it was a good twenty minutes before the next table received food. It was noticeable because I felt the other patrons staring at our food in the small room where we were seated. Mariquitas de Platano con guacamole Plantain strips with fresh guacamole. Beautiful artsy presentation and yes the guacamole is worth the trip - smooth and silky. Ceviche de Pescado Fish ceviche raw and soaked in tart acidic juice. Plantains are softer than chips and flavor more subtle than bananas. A little hard to navigate but there's a long spoon to scoop onto your plate so you can make subsequent dips. Rellenas stuffed with Churrasco (skirt steak) The star of the show - steak was prepared medium rare and seasoned perfectly. Couples with delicious rice and beans. Pina Colada Watch out - a little strong especially at the bottom. Overall a great place for Puerto Rican fare - just be patient with the staff and don't expect quick service. That's all

After a year I think is time to give this review a well deserved update. I keep coming back to this…read moreplace, I really love it--its one of those places that just gets it right! They offer a variety of herbal cocktail, with unique flavors and creative takes. My husband had a mezcal-base drink with herbs and he loved it--so much that he ended up having a few haha... I went for the classic Old Fashion which was OK, not great. I switched to a Moscow Mule after and that one was really good. Verde Mesa wins you over with freshness, balance, and a clear point of view rooted in farm-to-table cooking. Dishes feel vibrant, intentional and thoughtfully composed rather than heavy or overly manipulated. With that said, we began with the Kumamoto oyster, fresh and sweet. Then we had one of their classics, the sourdough toast with spread. This time they served it deconstructed--bread on the side and the spread separate-- and honestly, I like it better. The bread stays perfectly toasted, and you can built it yourself exactly how you want. The ribeye tartare was a pleasant surprise--rich, flavorful and paired with 'platanutres' (plantain chips) on the side, which complimented it really well. The only small note is that the chips were a bit too small to really build a proper bite with the tartare on top. Maybe using mariquitas would make that pairing even better. Also the tuna tiradito was well balanced with passion fruit, sesame seed vinaigrette and 'ají'. For mains, I had the pork cheeks stew, which was incredibly tender, soft and packed with flavor-- definitely a standout. My mom had the seared yellowfin tuna that came beautifully plated and the tuna had a vibrant red color that looked so appetizing. She really enjoy it, and said it was amazing. My husband had the mahi mahi fillet that came on a white cabbage stew and fish broth--he said he'll come back just for that single dish, that's how much he liked it. We saved some room for dessert and tried the tembleque and the tiramisu. The tembleque wasn't the most traditional version, but it had a subtle ginger hint that really worked and made it feel a bit more elevated. The tiramisu was also a great way to end the meal, creamy and indulgent. Overall, I would said the food matches the space-- artistic, cozy and a little whimsical. It's the kind of place where you slow down and enjoy each plate rather than rush through a meal.

I stumbled upon this place while wandering Old San Juan. The menu looked eclectic and interesting…read more The interior decor was also eclectic and interesting. Some dishes that I enjoyed: * Torched scallops * Tomato ceviche * Verde Mesa rice with chicken longanisa kofta add-on * Yellowfin tuna with roasted pumpkin and burnt daikon caramel The dishes sounded Asian on the menu, looked Asian in presentation, but tasted completely Latin -- that was the most interesting part of dining here. Verde Mesa rice was their signature dish, but I thought the components were weird. It had rice, vegetables, walnuts, cranberries, and Parmesan mixed together. It was a haphazard mess (1 star off). I added the chicken longanisa kofta, but not sure that tied the rice together either; it may have added to the scattered chaos. It was $40 for the chaotic rice mess and chicken longanisa kofta. I would have preferred something with less ingredients and better execution.

Service was great, music was lovely, it was a tad dark so reading the menu was a little difficult…read more But the food! Man I can't get that food out my mind. Chuleta was juicy!

Excellent service, and great food! Music was way too loud though. Was close to us and parking can…read morebe a bit of a bear

It is right in the middle of San Sebastian street which also happens to be the heart of nightlife…read morein Viejo (Old) San Juan. this whole street is live, buzzing till midnight and sometimes till 2 AM. so if you wanna get the vibe/ feel of nightlife, come to this street (Calle in Spanish) here. We entered, every server was busy, we saw one empty high table, settled ourselves and ordered fish tacos, Chicken Empanadillas, and a couple of drinks (Mojito & beer). Fish tacos were really good, the best we had in the old San Juan area. we were there for 50 odd minutes and went to another bar. the ambiance was good but can't say the same about service but as I said above- this is the scene in every other bar in that street. so this is normal there. also, happy hour is from 3 to 8 (like other bars) one thing to keep in mind- whatever the restaurant/bar/pub you visit in this area - your food order gonna take time, as these all are mostly there for drinks, of course, food items are there in the menu, but it's gonna more then usual time, so if you are hungry, try other restaurants. Bar-restaurant in San Sebastian street- these are good for a couple of drinks & bar hopping. Note: To enter, they are asking for CDC Card (for vaccine check). You can also show a digital copy/Photo of it.

LOVE THIS PLACE! Our server whose name I cannot for the life…read moreof me remember was wonderful, and the doorman was adorable. Amazing FISH TACOS! Flavorful AF and even tastier with the hot sauce, so definitely get the hot sauce. They have happy hour from 3 to 8 - got tasty Mojitos and Pina Coladas. Also tried their little shots of frozen slushies for a $1 each - really liked the tamarind one. Also, I highly recommend and would double down on the Paellitas. If you've had Paella in Spain, these Paellitas are the mini-version-don't-wanna-share as they are smaller in portion. However, it was well seasoned and the 3 pieces of shrimp on top were fat and plump (just how I like my shrimp!). Sit by the front and you can also people watch to your heart's content. That's what we did and we ended up making friends with randos that stopped by.

When you want an easy, reliable seafood lunch near the San Juan port, Cayo Caribe hits the mark…read more Our walking tour guide recommended this spot, and it ended up being one of the better casual lunches of the trip. It's located close to the cruise port area, making it an effortless stop if you're exploring Old San Juan. The vibe is straightforward and comfortable--think casual, sit-down seafood spot where you can relax, grab a drink, and not overthink the menu. It's not flashy or upscale, but that's part of the appeal. Just friendly service, cold drinks, and solid food. Service * Very friendly and welcoming * Easy walk-in experience * Relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere Food & Drinks * Standard beers and cocktails--perfect for a mid-day refresher * Seafood Fried Platter - especially the fried cod; crispy, flavorful, and well-executed * Tacos (Fried Shrimp & Fried Cod) - the standout; fresh, generous portions with crunchy slaw and spot-on sauce The tacos were the surprise hit--bright, crispy, and packed with flavor. Exactly what you want from a Puerto Rican seafood lunch. Verdict Cayo Caribe is a dependable, casual seafood stop near the port. Nothing overly complicated--just good service, fresh seafood, and a relaxed setting. A great lunch choice if you're in the area and craving fried seafood and tacos. Solid four stars.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND…read more We had the fried whole snapped it was excellent!! Also the beef empanadas were amazing. Great service and friendly. Inside the bar was playing Pickleball on the tv at the bar and we got to watch the finals.