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    Mario Pagan

    4.4 (136 reviews)
    PriceyPuerto Rican
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Shrimp
    RoseMarie H.

    The service was amazing, food rich in flavors. I enjoyed the shrimp so much. I will say the crispy rice was unique I wouldn't really recommend that to anyone. The kitchen was extremely accommodating to our needs as their guests. A great place for a bday dinner, or date night.

    Mariana B.

    I had high expectations here, unfortunately it was bad. High price and poor quality. We had two appetizers, tuna tartare, which was bland and the Gouda bites, it was ok. My husband had the canelon de cabrito, it tastes cow meat and it came cold. I ordered the filet with gnocchi. I ordered medium, it came medium well, also cold, 5 pieces of gnocchi, and something that come was under the broccoli was extremely sweet and unnecessary in the plate, I could not eat. I ordered the coconut mousse with pomegranate ice cream, it was ok, nothing wow. Because I said that plate took a long time to come and it was cold, they gave us a free dessert, a cheesecake. I really appreciate their gesture and that dessert was the best thing that night.

    Cheesecake
    Darin D.

    Amazing food, great service. Truly a remarkable experience. This was my first visit, but is now (along with Marmalade) on the must-do list for every visit to beautiful San Juan.

    Soccer C.

    Food was good, not great. Several items were cold. Worse park was the hostess cleaning the table next to us. Sprayed Windex everywhere instead of into a towel then wipe the table. Smell of Windex somewhat ruined the food. Waitstaff was superb!

    Tuna tartare caviar
    Mari D.

    Once again we had to stopped by for our final amazingly dish :) Our server SKY just stunning the whole entire staff down to the hostess like the best place in Sanjuan to eat. The food again just to die for every single dish even the butter lol amazing! We will miss you guys see you next year thank you so much for being kind to us

    Wine
    Siyang G.

    Can I just say best lamb I had ever??!! Serious the best one hands down! Soufflé ??!! Come on! Just perfect! Recommended by a local friend that he said I wouldn't regret and he's right!! Good wine great service. Cute and quiet place that I will come back again and again!

    Tuna Tartare, Corn Elote, Jumbo Lump Crab
    Elizabeth M.

    We really enjoyed our time at Mario Pagan. We just ate "bites", Jumbo Lump Crab, Corn Elote, and Tuna Tartare. I would skip the Corn Elote.... But we loved our experience and enjoyed the drinks and service.

    The food was good. Langostino mofongo
    Nate S.

    The food was good. I think the mofongo was a little bland but the langostiino was nice. I had a terrible Mezcal cocktail I ordered but it was replaced with an old fashioned to be safe and I appreciated that. The service was amazing. Our waitress was great. A nicer, cleaner, restaurant in Condado that is smaller and cozy.

    Magdalene cocktail
    Bryan C.

    Modern Puerto Rican place. They have valet for ten dollars. I cannot really say anything bad as liked all the food including the bread. Good cocktail and wine choices. We did a few items and shared them to create a tasting menu. A decent sized menu with options for most tastes. Service was good.

    Fula O.

    Amazing service. The bread . Is amazing. We were here for a group dinner which was in their private dining room . Everything was amazing. Arugula salad Yellowtail snapper Angus filet Warm coconut cake

    Lobster mofongo

    The food was amazing starting with the appetizers, main course and dessert. Service was impeccable and the ambience and cleanliness of the establishment was immaculate. We arrived early for our reservation and were tended to immediately, the location is great as it gives you the opportunity to walk around the Condado and explore. I would definitely be coming back again.

    Israel, cutting up fresh grapefruit for the hydration. These dehydrated fruit will let her be used for cocktails.
    Marleny E.

    Food was amazing. Had a bit of everything from appetizers, to salads, and entrees. This is over a two day, because I had to go back for a second. Britney Spears said it best, .."hit me, baby one more time!". Here's the one thing you can't walk away without tasting. You have to have the oxtail and fish, surf and turf. It was delicious, satisfying, tasty, and beautiful. If you love Caribbean comfort food with a delicate flare, this is your dish. The drinks are also delicious. I could not get over how good the Palo de Mario was. Israel, made a few for me and they were so consistent and refreshing. It reminded me of a passion fruit mojito that married a mix between an old fashioned and a margarita. Service is top notch here. Everyone is very well trained on customer service. They are not robotic, however. You will see and feel the warm of the people in the way they treat you and they treat each other. Ambiance was less impressive than the food and service. Nothing I would rave about. It is clean, spacious, minimalist in style. This will be my first stop from the airport every time. Go!

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    9 months ago

    Everything from the bread to dessert was excellent! Great service. Definitely make a reservation

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    10 months ago

    Excellent food! Wonderful atmosphere This place has a great reputation we have eaten here for years

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    Impeccable! Outstanding service. The service was only outmatched by the food. ...a must go if you're in the area.

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    La Casita Blanca

    La Casita Blanca

    4.4(682 reviews)
    2.6 km
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    Outstanding food. Every bite was delicious. Definitely really popular lunch restaurant and filled…read morewith both locals and tourists. We arrived at 11am on a Monday because that's when we thought they opened. They actually opened at 11:30am, so we were 2nd in line at 11am. Once 11:30am rolled around, the line was very long. It's an old house that was transformed into a restaurant. It's pretty big in there and they have an upstairs as well. It really feels like you're eating in a Caribbean home, from the colorful tablecloth to the things on the tables. The menu is on a board, and they have a Spanish and English version. They give you a cup of complimentary plantain soup which was amazing. We also ordered the fried cheese app which came with a delicious guava sauce. For mains, I had the fried pork with tostones and my husband had the mamposteado (corned beef, fried eggs, and rice). My husband cleaned his plate, while I took leftovers back to the hotel (which we actually ate later because it was that good). They were out of tres leches that day, so we had the coconut pudding for dessert. It was my first time trying coconut pudding and it did not disappoint! For drinks, we had the passionfruit sangria. When we left, there was a very long line outside. Despite the line, they did not rush us out. Definitely recommend and would go out of my way to come back next time I'm in PR.

    Keepin' it a buck! Eating here is like eating the ultimate home-cooked Puerto Rican meal…read more Rating places in Puerto Rico is tough. There are so many spots that are authentic and incredible, but La Casita Blanca stands out in its own lane. It's gotten more popular and touristy over the years, but that's because they've stayed true to who they are. The authenticity here hasn't changed, and that's exactly why people keep coming. This is the kind of place where the menu brings you right back to your upbringing. You'll find dishes like corned beef, tostones con bacalao, and other classics that just hit differently. And the vibe? It feels like family. Someone who looks like your aunt might be cooking your food, your cousin might be serving it, and everyone treats you like you belong there. Food-wise, everything we had was fire. One of the people I was with is basically an "aguacateologist," and even he said it was one of the best he's ever had. That alone says a lot. Chuletas fried to a perfect golden crisp. The pollo fricasé (pollo guisado, if you know, you know) was on point and even came in a little pot that made it feel extra homey. Arroz con gandules? Off the hook!!!! And to top it all off, they had salsa playing in the background... which honestly had me sold the moment I walked in. Disclaimer/Warning; There will be a line!!! And if you're lucky enough to get a table, sit back and enjoy every second of it.

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    Bebo's Café - Vanilla flan

    Bebo's Café

    3.9(952 reviews)
    1.3 km
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    We drove past Bebo's in our Lyft ride and our driver said it was very good so we decided to visit…read morethe next day. It is a great option if you want local food without the tourist price tag. The inside looks like a cafeteria but it stays busy. We were seated quickly although it seemed packed. They have a good amount of menu options and cross out what isn't available. They also have drink options that our server listed to us. To start, we ordered the lobster empanadas and sangria. The empanadas were delicious! Very tasty and fresh. The sangria however, was not great. It just tasted like juices that don't really work together. I couldn't taste the wine. We ordered the roasted pork and skirt steak. The steak was really tasty, and juicy. But the roasted pork was very dried and hard. It had some good bits in it but there were quite a few pieces that were too cooked to eat. The rice and beans were cooked very well. This is the perfect place for quick local food where you won't spend too much. But if you want a very high quality, I would choose elsewhere.

    We ate at both Bebo's and Los Piños -- our two attempts at typical PR food. Both errr fine, but…read moreBebo's was our favorite of the two. It has a small parking lot in the back, which was a huge plus. Service was nice and our waitress was truly bilingual-- able to help us understand nuances of between the Spanish we use in California and Spanish in PR. The mofongo was really good -- better than any time we had it in the past or during the rest of our trip. The ropa vieja was good, but standard. My son had the churrasco (skirt steak) and it was excellent. We ordered sides of amarillos (sweet plantains) and they were the best ones we had the trip -- soft, juicy, with caramelized exterior. We wanted tres leches for dessert, but it sold was sold out. If you only had one "typical" PR dinner, I would suggest Bebo's.

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    Santaella - FILETE DE SALMÓN ORIENTAL

    Santaella

    4.3(685 reviews)
    0.8 km
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    I'm still thinking about this meal... hands down the best dinner I've had on vacation--maybe ever…read more Santaella absolutely blew me away. We started with the tuna pinchos, and wow--fresh, perfectly chunky, and packed with flavor. Then came the goat cheese quesadilla, which might honestly be one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life. Creamy, rich, and just unreal. I finally had the chance to try escargot for the first time--and now I feel completely spoiled for life. If that was my introduction, the bar has officially been set sky high. Even the Caesar salad stood out--crisp, balanced, and done exactly right (which is rarer than it should be). But the real star of the show for me? The guava and cheese bread pudding. I'm not exaggerating when I say I would 100% pay to have that Ubered all the way to me in Miami. It was that good. What blew my mind was the staff it looked like a hive of well trained bees just buzzing around this insanely packed room doing the best job. The general manager should be proud. Every bite felt intentional, elevated, and memorable. This place didn't just meet expectations--it completely redefined them. Spectacular doesn't even begin to cover it. BRAVO. Chefs kiss.

    Wasn't aware Sundays had a completely different setup, and we were disappointed to be seated on the…read morepatio. Half of the chairs were wet when we arrived, and the waiter had us wipe them down ourselves. On top of that, several menu items we wanted were unavailable, and one of our drinks never even came out, despite reminding the waiter multiple times. We also received an email only a few hours before our reservation saying it had been moved two hours earlier, even though nobody from the restaurant contacted us directly or confirmed the change with us. Overall, the atmosphere just wasn't pleasant and the service felt off the entire night. The food was alright, but definitely nothing memorable. The staff also seemed very unwelcoming, which added to the strange vibe overall.

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    La Cueva del Mar - Mofongo with Ropa Vieja

    La Cueva del Mar

    4.4(519 reviews)
    1.8 km
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    I highly enjoyed La Cueva Del Mar! I wanted a mix of Latin and seafood and this was the perfect…read morechoice. It was recommended by one of our tour guides so it is a great option for both locals and tourists. It had a nice atmosphere and very large menu with many different types of options. The Frutti di mare was one of the best pastas I've ever had! It had almost every type of seafood you could want. A great option for someone who wants to try a bit of everything. It was large enough to satisfy you but not too large where you have to take leftovers it back to your hotel. It also came with a salad and delicious bread. My husband ordered the yucafongo pollo, and was very impressed. It was also filling and well made. The drink menu also had a lot of options. I went with the sangria which was super tasty! It's more on the fruity side. Our service was great and we didn't have to wait long for a table or our food, although it seemed busy. Whether you live in the area or are just on vacation, I would recommended trying it out!

    This is the "main restaurant" in the Embassy Suites Hotel and Casino…read more It's seafood based and has a pretty extensive menu. We got the Tuna nachos and the shrimp tacos to share. Everything was fresh and delicious! The portions were perfect for sharing and had a wonderful flavor! The shrimp tacos were lightly breaded and had a good flavor. The nachos had fresh ahi tuna and a great flavor with the seaweed salad! The service was good and fast too! The price was a bit high, but it's what you expect in a hotel lobby.

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    Orozco's

    Orozco's

    4.0(1k reviews)
    0.2 km
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    The ambiance is casual cool. The service is EXCELLENT! Our waitress answered all our questions and…read morehelped us figure out what we should drink and order. The food was delicious and nice and hot! We had shared a plate and it was just the right size for us. Excellent choice!

    So this is the 2nd time going to Orozcos. You can find it in Diners Drive-ins and Dives. So after a…read moredisastrous attempt at sushi across the street we decided to keep it simple and go to the place in Condado that is guaranteed to be great authentic Puerto Rican food. Coño! It was good! I'm Puerto Rican and I was born and raised in Puerto Rican culture and I can say Orozcos is legit. I ordered their amazing Chuleton Kan Kan with arroz con gandules. (Big crispy pork chop with yellow rice and pigeon peas) It was delicious but you have to eat it traditionally with your hands. Don't try to be proper just dig in like the locals do. Just treat of a piece, eat it and then eat some rice. Mmmmm!!! Don't forget their signature hot sauce it's delicious but not too spicy. My daughter and wife ordered the monfongo with Bistec and mini empanadillas which is a regular beef empanada cut in half. Mix some of that hot sauce with it and BAM! You got the perfect appetizer. The monfongo was their star. I was chowing down on my pork chop but I had to steal a few bites lol. The beef was tender and delicious and the monfongo was soaked in the steak sauce, it was bliss! The staff were funny and very efficient and they all helped each other out. The atmosphere was personal and small with amazing salsa music playing and air conditioners blasting. It was so comfortable I highly recommend Orozcos!!!

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