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El Meson always hits the spot! The soft toasted bread is delicious no matter what ingredients you…read moreorder it with. Even though the place is a bit small it seems to be comfortable enough to accommodate lots of people. The service was excellent and the Borocua Sandwich was tasty. To top it all we had a huge Cheese Quesito!

A bartender at a local bar recommended this place to me. I was looking for a sandwich, something…read morelight for midday. This place was perfect. Wide range of sandwich options, salads. I ordered 2 sandwiches, ate half of each and saved the others halves for later. Had fries and a side salad. Seating downstairs was getting full, but they had plenty of seating upstairs. Modern, clean atmosphere.

El Meson in Old San Juan! You can go wrong with this option of Sandwiches and Breakfast all Day

El Caribe & Chicken BBQ

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Fries with extra Cheese

St. Germain Bistro & Cafe

4.5(773 reviews)

0.4 km

Really enjoyed St. Germain! Stopped in for cocktails and light bites and everything was great. The…read morespace has a nice, cozy atmosphere that's perfect for relaxing, conversing, and enjoying a drink.

Does NOT honor reservations. We reserved a table, and then watched another group of young men step…read moreinto the store and sit down at the table we had been promised. The hostess refused to kick them out. I overheard the group behind us who had made a reservation also be denied. After finally being seated, it took over an hour to get our food. The poulet was very good, but the bread we ordered was smeared with a red sauce where it been cut with an obviously dirty knife. At the end of the night, they gave us a free piece of cake on the house, which is the only reason why this review isn't one star. Also, our waitress was really nice and friendly, which raised the mood of the evening considerably. Other than that, though, I'm afraid I can't recommend this restaurant.

Ice americano

Fried Yucca w/chicken

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Lavender lemonade

Tico Tripleta

4.2(33 reviews)

0.4 km

Our first time trying a tripleta…read more What can I say... we heard Tico's was good and boy were we happy with trying both the tripleta AND the fries at Tico Tripleta. We didn't realize the portions were sooo big. They are generous with the serving size. The food was delicious!!!

This sandwich blew my mind. It has climbed my mount rushmore of sandwiches. It's definitely top 5…read more It's very flavorful with every bite. I was full after eating one half but it was so good, i vacuumed the rest of it. Great service overall, it was right by the water. We sat down and it enjoyed it late into the night with some Mojitos we got from a bar close by. a vibe. Get one of these if you are in the area!

Tripleta $7.50

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Sandwiches appear smaller than they actually are

Chocobar Cortés

4.6(2.5k reviews)

0.3 km

Just obsessed with the food, drinks and service!! Always make this a stop when I'm in San Juan! The…read moregrilled cheese, the frozen hot chocolate, the churasco with oriental rice! DELICIOSO! I wish it were bigger but would probably lose its charm if they moved. It's a bit of wait, but always clean and the vibes are awesome! There's an art gallery upstairs with some bad a$$ art!

Definitely recommend this place in San Juan, PR. What attracted us was the chocolate covered glass…read moreold fashion drink on the reviews. This business has been around since 1929! The chocolate art and the way they incorporate their name into their menu and cocktails is unique and creative. Service was good and the whole interior has a fun pop of yellow and they sell a lot of souvenirs. The only con was our food took a while to arrive, the protein in the Puerto Rican bowl was cold. The rest of food and drinks were great. What we ordered: Food: Puerto Rican bowl Choco-burger Mallorca iberica Drinks: Double espresso Choco-martini Chocolate old fashion drink

Interior bar area

Breakfast wrap

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Amazing chocolate coffee drink

Cafe Don Ruiz

4.6(316 reviews)

0.7 km

Stopped by for a quick iced coffee and cookie...and thats exactly what I got. Both were very good…read more Both indoor and outdoor seating available. Located in the Cuartel de Ballaja (Quarters). Bathrooms available there as well. Friendly and efficient service.

For your information, this coffee shop is located inside a museum, so you need to enter into the…read moregate first (which is free to enter) to find it. I've noticed that many people tend to order hot coffees even though it's really hot outside. But I was craving a nice cold iced coffee. They offer iced options and even speciality coffee beverages as well, so it was just what I was looking for. I personally opted for the HAZELNUT CREAM MOCHA. I tasted the hazelnut flavor. It was a nice non-artificial tasting flavor. It had the right amount of sweetness. So, I personally really enjoyed it! You can escape inside to find cool air inside and a pretty wall art while you wait inside. You can also find small coffee bags that have roast dates on it to buy! Although I didn't get to try many coffee shops around town as I would have liked, this one was quite memorable.

Some mini coffee machinery examples.

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Spiga

4.8(160 reviews)

0.3 km

Delicious pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast platters. For sweet pastries, I had the guava,…read morechocolate, and almond. They were all great, though the almond was top dog. Everyone at my table was doubting my Brie and fig sandwich selection, but they all ended up loving it. The chocolate chip walnut cookie is also very solid.

The coffee was delicious, but unfortunately the atmosphere left a lot to be desired. The place is…read moreextremely tiny and felt chaotic with way too many people packed into such a small space. There were also dogs running around the shop and jumping on people, which made it feel even more hectic. There isn't really a counter to order at because of how small the space is, so the whole experience felt a little disorganized. It's honestly disappointing because the coffee is really good, and I wish the ambiance matched the quality of the coffee. I'd definitely come back for the coffee, but I'd probably take it to go.

Inside seating

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Café Manolín

4.3(892 reviews)

0.3 km

I loved this place! It's a hole in the wall with great food. Staff were friendly and welcoming. All…read morethe food was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with care. First time, we had breakfast. We ordered the fried eggs with ham - typical luncheonette food. It came out quickly. Staff was very accommodating to my son who wanted rice and beans for breakfast. Second time we were here we had lunch. I ordered the bistec with onions. Delicious once again. Portion size was great and prices even better. We started chatting it up with some of the servers (one of whom I think may be the owner?) Third time we were here was the morning before coming back home. I ordered the ham and Swiss sandwich. Food came out quickly. Great little sandwich! My son orders his usual rice and beans again. The food and service made Mandolin one of my top places to go to in San Juan.

Very disappointing experience, especially because this place was recommended to us by locals…read more Unfortunately, we never even got the chance to enjoy the restaurant because of how we were treated while being seated. One of the ladies was very nice and welcoming, but the woman wearing glasses and the gentleman handling the seating were extremely rude and dismissive toward my family. As a Black family, the way we were treated honestly made us feel like we were being treated differently because of our skin color. I obviously can't speak to anyone's intentions, but that is genuinely how the interaction made us feel. It was uncomfortable enough that my family decided to leave rather than stay and eat. It's especially disappointing when you're visiting Puerto Rico, excited to try somewhere that locals recommended, and you're made to feel unwelcome before you've even sat down. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this place to other Black or dark-skinned families. No customer should walk into a restaurant and leave wondering whether the color of their skin affected how they were treated.

Interior of restaurant

Mofongo plate x 3 meats

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Bari

4.1(141 reviews)

0.6 km

As a newcomer to San Juan, and not knowing where to dine, I can highly recommend Bari Italian…read moreRestaurant. The food is absolutely delicious (each of our family members had something different, and everyone was completely satisfied! The coffee's were yummy, the wait staff (Khadijha) VERY pleasant and accommodating, the atmosphere (we chose to eat outdoors) is charming, and the parking, although limited, if you are handicapped, can park directly across the street. If not, I can't comment where to park. Maybe uber in here directly. All in all a delicious and delightful experience for our first time here. SPECIAL NOTE: We came back for a second dinner, and our server Christian was delightful and we met the Manager Julie who was so friendly and welcoming! Be sure to visit BARI if you come to San Juan!!

I came back to eat in and was not disappointed. The recommendation for a pizza was on the spot. The…read moreservice was good and ambience is ok. They're specialty is pizza and they delivered.

Coconut Flan

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Pirilo

4.4(826 reviews)

0.2 km

Pirilo is the best pizza place you'll ever find in Old San Juan! I was so excited to be back, that…read moreI forgot to take a picture of our pepperoni pie!!! We also had the Caprese salad and pulpo à la gallega (so very tasty)!!! Service is on point, great atmosphere to go with family and friends.

If you're walking by, this restaurant would be very easy to miss. The entrance looks like a doorway…read moreleading to a stairwell or service entrance, and I honestly didn't even notice a sign. Luckily, there was a gentleman outside directing people in, otherwise we may have walked right past it. Once you climb the two flights of stairs, you're rewarded with a beautiful dining space. The restaurant has a rustic, old-world charm with gorgeous décor and an Italian-inspired atmosphere. It immediately felt warm and inviting. There were four of us dining, and we started with two appetizers: the Setas Rellenas and the Chorizo al Vino. Both were excellent, but the Chorizo al Vino was my absolute favorite--absolutely delicious! For my entrée, I ordered the chicken lasagna. I expected chunks of chicken, but it was made with shredded chicken, and wow--it was incredible. The flavor was outstanding, and it ended up being one of my favorite meals of our trip. My husband ordered the beef lasagna, which was also made with shredded beef rather than traditional ground beef. He absolutely loved it. Our friends ordered the Milanesa de Berenjena and the Milanesa de Pollo with a side of gnocchi, and both raved about their meals as well. Since nearly every table seemed to be ordering pizza, we knew we had to try one. We ordered a small pizza for the table, and each of us had a slice. Now we understand why they're known for their pizza--it was fantastic! A special shoutout to our server, Rouil Rodz, who was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. Don't let the unassuming entrance fool you. This restaurant is a hidden gem with a beautiful atmosphere, outstanding food, and excellent service. If you're visiting Old San Juan, I highly recommend adding it to your list.

Beautiful inside

Caprese salad, was incredible

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Mallorca

4.2(856 reviews)

0.2 km

I guess Mallorca is a traditional sweet bread with powdered sugar on top. Our funny waiter who…read morespeaks lightning fast Spanish but also does pretty well with English gave us samples of Mallorca. We ordered more with bacon, egg, cheese, and some with ham and cheese. They were serving lunch so we tried the Pernïl and rice and beans. We also got a salmon plate and a chicken cacciatore cooked in Spanish rice. The restaurant is old and very unassuming, but it doesn't stop the crowds of people to come and visit and see old San Juan history which this building has to be part of. It's not glamorous but you feel like you transported back into the very early years of Old San Juan when maybe it was still just San Juan.

We came for lunch around 11:30 am. We had just managed to beat out a lunch crowd. It's a hole in…read morethe wall with no frills, but good food. Staff were very friendly. We tried the Mallorca with ham and Swiss cheese. It's basically a ham and cheese sandwich with powdered sugar on top. It was good! We also had a few lunch dishes. I ordered the Chicken Breast a Milanese (it's basically Chicken Parm). It was good. My husband ordered the rice with squid. I actually enjoyed this dish a lot. I'd come back again for a quick lunch.

Mallorca w/ ham and cheese

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Mallorca with ham n cheese

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Ivette C.

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11 years ago

Divino familiar acogedor limpio y un ambiente agradable lleno de vida alegre comida saludable vegetariana y tapas de mariscos y criollas lo recomiendo. Mavi como como bebida típica de PR Precios razonables música y buen trato. Date la vuelta y ejercítate caminando por las calles de San Juan viviendo la vida loca. Te esperamos read more

Eric O.

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11 years ago

Top notch bartending! We didn't eat, but we hung out for a bit in the cozy bar section. The bartender was clearly very passionate about his craft, and he made a phenomenal carribean take on a Manhattan. We also got to try some of the Mavi soda, which is highly recommended if you enjoy root beer! read more

Kristen P.

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11 years ago

Sooo good! Pina Colada was the best I had in PR - creamy, tropical, garnished with delicious, sweet pineapple and toasted coconut - YUM!!!

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