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Stopped by for breakfast on a Tuesday morning around 8am. It wasn't busy at all when we arrived and we immediately got a table. We ordered two coffees, cheese Mallorca, Swiss Mallorca, coconut macaroon, and Mallorca bread. The coffees were small but mighty. Cheese Mallorcas were delicious and we slightly favored the Swiss version. I'd get it with ham next time. Super simple. Sweet and savory. From the pastry window, we picked up a Mallorca bread with powered sugar which was amazing. The bread was SO soft and fluffy. Very similar to Japanese milk bread. We also got a coconut macaroon which has a bit of lemon flavor to it. Also good, very sweet. I'd definitely come back and highly recommend!
We were recommended this spot by a local - and we are so glad we came to Old San Juan to find it! We arrived just after 8am for good reason, the place fills up so quick! We sat at the bar top for quick service! You must try the famous Mallorca with ham and cheese - this light flufffy pastry like sandwich is delectable. The perfect balance of sweet and savory. Everything was served on paper plates and plastic cups... nothing fancy, just fantastic food and great local coffee. The service was quick, friendly and yes, he spoke little English but it was quite easy to understand as we don't speak Spanish.
What a charming old-school diner. We were staying around the corner and had walked by a few times in the evenings, when they are closed. I had seen recommendations to try the Mallorcas, so we came back early one morning before 8 AM as we had to catch a tour bus. At that hour it was pretty empty, just the waiter, a cashier, a handful of older gentlemen hanging out, and a couple of tourist groups like ourselves. We all ordered Mallorcas, which are basically breakfast sandwiches of soft thin bread rolls (Mallorcas) with powdered sugar, but come in variations with egg, cheese, ham, bacon, etc. Get any of the variants - not the plain ones, which I don't think come toasted - as they crisp them first with the fillings, then sprinkle the sugar. They were pretty good and cheaper than most other breakfasts we tried in the area. The next morning, we even tried to came back, but it was PACKED at 9 AM so we wandered down to El Meson (fast food) and were sorely disappointed at their version of Mallorcas (to be fair it was dirt cheap there), so I would stick to Cafe Mallorca but COME EARLY! Ambience was old school diner with a long counter and vintage photos of Mallorca and Old San Juan. I wish they would use real plates and cutlery instead of the disposable stuff we found prevalent in PR. Oh and the coffee is nothing special so you fill have to get your espressos or lattes somewhere else.... Oh and the bakery case was filled with what looked like delectable treats but unfortunately we did not get to try those (other than the mallorcas)... next time!
Went from 5 Stars to 1 real quick. Although there are full trays of pastries in the window, they refuse to sell us Mallorca to go. You can only eat on the premises; they are too busy for take-out. Whatever that means. But there are no seats. Does not matter. So we waited and sat at the end of the counter. Where people standing to our left were picking up their to-go orders. No kidding. Plus no air. Server moves like a sloth. Got our order of 4 Mallorcas and 2 coffees wrong. Plus they nuke the coffee. To pay, you are back in 1975 on a long line with the cashier marking every sale in a marble book. And she moves like a snail. All the charm is gone. Mallorca bread is delicious, but it just. Ain't. Worth it.
The sandwich was a 20/10. I saw it in a video and said huh? A what? But you must go try it for yourself. The dining room can get crowded, its seat yourself and then get served, but service was rather quick. Think casual dining. You check out on your way out where you can grab pastries to go as well.
This is quite literally the best surprise I've ever experienced. This constantly comes up as as a must try when in San Juan and there's a line out the door to prove it. Inside, it's a typical cafeteria type restaurant and the poor server we had had a lot of tables to take care of so service was slow but the sandwich is WELL worth the wait. I tried the egg ham and cheese Mallorca. Delicious!!
Foods are great it's a mom and pops place very popular here in San Juan Puerto Rico but you need to stretched out your patience waiting to get your order and for your orders to be served as well only 2 servers getting in all the orders and serving for the price is just right food is good cleanliness i would say 2 stars service is 1 star foods are 4 stars even mom and pops breakfast and brunch place need to step up just saying but of-course first time visitors need to try this
Must visit while in PR for a quick authentic breakfast experience. Beware, there is usually a long line, however it moves super quick due to the quick service. Their breakfast sandwiches are made right on the spot with fresh mallorcas. Their lemonade and orange juice are also to die for! Freshly squeezed! They are also pretty cheap, in comparison to other options in the area. The hype around this place is definitely worth it, making it a must try!
We arrived at 11:00 am on a Friday morning. Since all of the tables were full we sat at two barstools at the bar. A server slid some menus down to us and by 11:15 we were still waiting (and attempting to get the servers attention). When a table opened up, we asked if we could move to it. They said yes. We then flagged down a server to say we were ready to order. He said ok and kept walking. After being ignored for another 15 min, we finally were able to place an our order. We both got coffee, juice and a Mallorca con queso huevo y Jamon. Mine did not have egg. The server did get us another one. Overall the food was ok and the service was so bad that I can't recommend this place nor will I return
High recommended breakfast place so we finally got there around 11am. Very busy but we were lucky to get a small table to sit down. We weren't sure how to order as it was quite confused with a long line inside the restaurant and people waiting everywhere. You found an empty table, sit down. Then waiter would come around and pass you the menu. You order and got your food. When you are ready to pay, tell the waiter, he would bring the paper hand written bill. You will wait in line to pay and can purchase some bakery to go too. Both dishes we ordered were delicious, I love their ham, not too salty & definitely has other flavor with it; just a great combination to eat with pancake & syrup. A local place for some breakfast time but either come early or after 1pm, otherwise prepare to wait quite a bit.
We went around 9am to find a long line outside! But we were determined to wait, and the line moved fast so glad we did. The experience was unique and felt like you were experiencing a little piece of history. Despite a bustling energy filling the room, the staff takes care to make you feel welcomed. We sat at the bar and had excellent service. We both ordered Mallorca with ham, cheese, egg + cafe con leche. It did not disappoint!
Excellent food, DELICIOUS coffee, and friendly service. Mallorca is firing on all cylinders. The waiters are doing everything from making coffees to order, cooking food, chopping fruit, taking orders, all while doing it with a smile on their face in an authentically Puerto Rican space. Highly recommend for people looking for a delicious breakfast/brunch meal without all the fuss. Be sure to tip the waiters handsomely-they're working SO hard.
4 months ago
1 year ago
It is what it is. An old building in old San Juan. This joint is sparse with mismatched chairs. It feels mostly clean, we had to wipe down our tables though. Everyone here is on island time, so don't expect quick service. Our waiter tried to be funny but seemed rather rude. The group ordered their well known mallorcan sandwich, which was just ok. They could have been hotter and actually melted the cheese. I was sick so I had their chicken soup, it was meh... Overall we can check this joint off our list. read more
10 months ago
8 months ago
Delicioso ! Cómi el sandwich Mallorca con jamón huevo y queso y un cafésito. Fue perfecto para empezar el día. Recomiendo llegar temprano por qué hay fila. read more
2 years ago
We were fortunate to visit Mallorca on a day without the cruise ship crowd so we didn't have to wait for a table. The waiter did hand us a lunch/dinner menu at 1pm so I asked for a breakfast (desayuno) menu and he obliged. With a name like Mallorca, you know what we're going to be eating. We ordered two Mallorcas -- one with egg, ham, and cheese and the other with just ham and cheese. Both were served hot and fresh, with the sandwich being both crispy and soft. As you can see, they run a little light with the egg so you really won't miss a thing if you just go with the ham and cheese. The Papaya shake was no great shakes (See what I did there?). It was thick and warm and just kinda uncomfortably mushy and tasteless -- more like someone just ran a few papayas through the squeezer -- and not what we gringos consider a "shake". Service was friendly and this place is in the middle of town and easy to spot. It felt clean and comfortable inside. The Mallorcas were like $6 or so. Can't beat that. We enjoyed our mallorcas so much, we decided to leave PR with our everlasting memory of it still fresh in our minds. read more
10 months ago
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9 months ago
Service quick and friendly! We had a Mallorca with ham egg and cheese with three scrambled eggs with ham egg and cheese! Servers are sweet and nice! Definitely recommend. We came on a Tuesday at 9am. No wait time. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
I loved this place and was so sad to see it was closed on Sunday when I returned. I had the egg cheese and ham Mallorca. It was so delicious and I wish I had some to go. This is a simple place nothing fancy but the service is great; the wait staff is friendly. They move fast and the place has alot of tables. I definitely recommend it and it is a must stop. read more
5 months ago
3 months ago
Mallorca is a hole in the wall, diner type of place. There were plenty of tourists there, but locals as well. As the name suggests, the Mallorca is featured here. I ordered a Mallorca with ham and cheese. The sandwich was very good. The Mallorca was light, fluffy, and sweet. I got lots of powdered sugar on my black shirt! The issue I had here was the service. After being ignored for several minutes after I entered, I took a spot at the counter. After being ignored for a while, I asked one of the servers if I could sit at the counter and he answered, "Yes lady". It took even longer for the server at the counter to acknowledge me. Finally, he gave me a menu and it took a while for him to take my order. I was so tempted to leave. I needed coffee so badly! The food came quickly and not until after it arrived did I get my coffee. The coffee was strong and bitter. I did not enjoy it. I wanted more milk but my server did not ask oh everything was ok or even look my way. If you want good Mallorca, take your chances on service or get takeout. read more
1 year ago
Small location but the food was hot and fresh. My husband and I really enjoyed the sweat bread with ham , cheese. We sat at the bar table so our service was quick. The younger gentleman not sure of his name was very friendly and helpful with food choices. The restaurant ambiance gives an old school diner feel which was really nice. read more
6 months ago
Excellent from beginning to end. Only bad thing about this place is the wait, but it's so worth it. Authentic taste of Puerto Rican cuisine, amazing breakfast and pastries. 11/10. read more
Here's how much I love this place. Every year when I come to Puerto Rico I don't leave without eating here. The Mallorca sandwiches are the best in the world and the rice and beans also awesome Not only would I insist on people going here I'll will as long as it's around read more
8 months ago
3 years ago
Stopped by for a quick bite to eat on 04/27/2023 & sat at the counter to enjoy a delicious Mallorca sandwich (ham & Swiss Mallorca & a Mallorca sandwich that had bacon on it, both very tasty but the bacon Mallorca was my favorite) We were taken care of by Domingo, who was so friendly & gave great customer service! Service was fast, prices very budget friendly, & it was self seating. Inside had plenty of seating but nothing fancy. Closed on Sundays. Hope this info helps! Till next time, Rebecca read more
8 months ago
El sándwich (Mallorca) que comí estuvo delicioso! Y el café también. Pero les falta reparar mucho el lugar, y tener limpio. El mesero que me atendió fue un divino. Pero la señora que parecía la dueña es extremadamente ANTIPÁTICA!! Deberían cuidar la energía que le brindan a sus clientes. read more
I left a bite. I couldn't eat it all. Old school diner vibes once inside, bakery on the outside. A staff member of my hotel suggested this place. It's right on the opposite end of the block. I had asked for breakfast or brunch, but it was barely 8am so brunch was out. He described it as sweet bread w/ powdered sugar. I suggested a donut comparison & he said that doesn't do it justice & i agree after eating it. read more
Solid spot to grab breakfast. I got the namesake aka Mallorca and it def hit. Sweet and salty, it's a good breakfast item. I got it with bacon but didn't really need as much. Nothing fancy about this place, they get the job done. Our server was pretty cool, joking with us which made us like him. A good start to a trip if you're coming to visit and need some quick breakfast after checking in to a nearby hotel/airbnb. read more
10 months ago
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1 year ago
This is the best and most typical place to try Mallorca. The ambiance was great and very traditional. You can just walk in and seat down if you find space, but it's very busy overall. The waiters take a while to serve you unless you're at the bar and they can get rude if they feel like you're rushing them, so give them time, and they'll be super nice to you. read more
9 months ago
1 year ago
Food was great! True, authentic San Juan experience! Don't returned off by the diner vibes, enjoy the local residents. read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
Honestly, the only breakfast I truly enjoyed in Puerto Rico. It was the best balance of food, fast and convenience. I also really liked the guava pastry they sell up front. Not entirely a sit down place tho. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Local. My mom has been bringing me here since I have a sense of knowledge. Definitely eating here brings me that nostalgia of my childhood. When you enter the place is like traveling back in time to an old school cafeteria with a vintage vibe. We always seat at the counter bar. Back in the days we used to know all of the servers but with time, some have retired, some have died, there are only a few remaining. They are the best, the soul and life of the restaurant. Service always on point. If you come here "The Mallorca Sandwich" is the order of the day. BEST IN THE WORLD! I can't even put it into words. Perfect combination between sweet and salty. It has powdered sugar on top and the bread is so fluffy it melts in your mouth. Make sure to order it with butter! They also have a lunch menu that is really good, authentic Puerto Rican food. The frozen lemonade is delicious and refreshing. My mom loves the vainilla flan, is a Puerto Rican dessert made out of evaporated milk, condensed milk, sugar and egg. Also 'pastelillo de guayaba' is delicious. I pray they NEVER close. read more
3 years ago
I need to come back and try a Mallorca with just butter. Stopped by on our very last day before leaving for the airport and ordered the ham and cheese Mallorca. Not a lot of ham and a ton of American cheese that I had to scrape some of it off. The bread was smashed like a panini. The Mallorca itself was delicious and different from others I have tried in the area. I truly think I would've enjoyed this if I had eaten it plain without the toppings. Was not a fan of this combination from this specific place. This bakery is a classic and very popular amongst both locals and tourists that I want to come back and try it again. Loved the old school vibe to this place. Highly recommend giving this place a shot! read more
2 years ago
Honestly the only reason why I can here was for a Mallorca sandwich. It's more of a nostalgia spot for me and it makes me feel like I'm home. It's a must do for a traditional sandwich. I did the ham and cheese version and every bite I had just warmed my soul. It's a must do on the island! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I got takeout to try the Mallorca bread, which was fluffy and delicious. They accepted card. It seems like a popular breakfast spot for tourists. We got the bread and ate it outside in the plaza where there's public seating. read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
My cousin and I came to this place after seeing some good reviews on Yelp and walking across it on our little walk through Old San Juan. Service was good and place was packed with locals and tourists alike. We sat at the bar and ordered two lemonades, a mallorca with butter, and a mallorca with cheese. It was ALL PERFECT! We watched a guy squeezing the lemons for the lemonade in the back. The lemonade is almost a light slushy/frozen texture and sweet! (Almost too sweet for me but my cousin loved it!) The mallorcas were warm, sweet, soft, and delicious. We ended up ordering two more to go and ate them for breakfast the next morning. I wish we had more time to come back before we left PR! I would recommend this place highly! read more
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