This was a delicious upscale authentic Puerto Rican restaurant at the Hyatt Grand Reserve in Rio…read moreGrande where we were staying. The acapuria appetizer, and desserts were really good, we were very impressed. My children enjoyed their l dinners off the kids menus as well. I will say that entrees, however, looked like they were trying to save money and took one and split it. We each got the Nectar bowl which sounded tantalizing. When it came out, they had given me my daughter's well done skirt steak and her my medium...ok no biggee we switched and it was delicious. But the small amount of rice, same serving of steak as my daughter with the tostones was no $35 meal...even at a high end resort. I know the island is going through some tough times, so I am sympathetic to that, but I don't want to feel like I'm being taken advantage of at this price point. The service was fantastic and the ambiance was nice. That Nectar bowl needs to deliver at that price

We arrived at the resort and did not want to drive to a restaurant so we settled for Néctar…read more Initially we were seated indoors. Unfortunately there were a few large tables and the acoustics in this place were horrible. We were not near the large tables but I could not hear my husband who sat right next to me. Thankfully we asked to be moved and got seated in their outdoor space. Although they offer bug spray, we still got bug bites. So why 4 stars? Based on ambiance I would have given it 1 star but that is the fault of the architect and designer. The 4 stars is for the food. We enjoyed the dishes and drinks that we ordered. Although the wait service wasn't especially attentive, she did try her best.

Made reservations for dinner and were seated on our promised time. The place was packed - not…read moresurprised given it was right in the middle of the resort with easy access. Frankie was our waiter - very friendly and attentive. We got straight to ordering which included a couple of things including Truffled Mushroom Pizza ($24), Truffle Fries ($14), Shrimp + Grits ($32), and a few others. These were the most notable. The pizza was great, but could've used slightly more mushrooms at that price point. Service was excellent all throughout, and they have a very attentive team.

Had dinner in the patio after a long day in the rainforest and then beach. Ordered the wedge salad,…read moresalt and pepper calamari, smash-burger, and a couple of desserts. The wedge salad was fresh, but could have used more bacon and blue-cheese crumbles. The salt and pepper calamari was also tasty and cooked perfectly; it was served with a lemon aioli. The smash-burger had two patties, and standard fixings - lettuce, tomato, and a sauce. The plate came with season fries. We also ordered dessert. We ordered the pineapple upside down cake, which was amazing. The cake was super moist and buttery. We also ordered pistachio ice-cream, which was delicious. The service was friendly and attentive. They also split everything and brought extra plates. Reservations are encouraged because this place can get busy. There is a take-away window so you can still enjoy the food! Enjoy!

Such a cool little place. Awesome view as the restaurant is on the roof! The food is good and it's…read morea fun atmosphere with good music

We ate at Bungalu twice. The food was excellent…read moreThe drinks were very good The service was slow and inattentive The table was dirty The bathrooms were very dirty. The price was a bit high considering the location. I rate it 3.5 stars

We stayed at the resort. Let me tell you all the food was…read moregreat. The mofongo, delicious. My son had their chicken strips and he loved them. Coffee is good Service was quick Small place but good

Two story building up top had live music Walking up to the…read morebuilding you can hear the live music made you feel like you were walking into the scene of a movie Food: waited a bit but I get it for the size of the pork belly that had to be fried My favorite would be the beans plantains and the rice just reminds me of home

Only restaurant in Hyatt Grand Reserve not ran by Hyatt. Wait staff was adequate Not their fault…read morethey are understaffed. Drinks were ok, not as good as other places in the resort. The drinks we originally ordered that the waiter suggested weren't available. The soup of the day was pea soup that was the highlight of the evening. We had the grilled octopus for an appetizer. It was ok. My wife ordered the fried fish filet for her main course. The breading was mushy and vastly under-cooked. She took one bite. No one questioned why she didn't eat it. I ordered the whole snapper stuffed with shrimp. Beautiful to look at but the cream sauce completely masked the taste of the seafood. Sometimes, less is more. This meal was very expensive for the quality.

Last night, we drove a bit to get to Pasion for what was hoped to be a great dinner. And we were…read morenot disappointed! Four stars for the food. Plus one star for the stellar ambiance. This restaurant is one of several located within the huge and beautiful Gran Melia Resort. We had eight people, but were still seated within five minutes without a reservation. The waitress arrived promptly and took our drink orders...then she recognized my nephew. It turns out that my nephew's grandmother is a chef here! So we ended up getting a VIP discount on our meal! Bonus! I ordered a regular Sangria and water to drink with my meal. The Sangria serving was large and delicious, but I didn't detect a lot of alcohol. It was very good otherwise. For dinner, I ordered the Churrasco steak with a side of veggies. When my meal was delivered, it was hot and it looked delicious (photos included). I tasted the veggies first. They were served in a butter and onion sauce that was really delicious. The veggies were steamed, but not overly cooked so they were crunchy still. They were basically perfect. Then I took a bite of my steak. As I cut through it with the knife, I could feel that is was soft and tender throughout. My first bite was awesome! In fact, the entire steak was awesome. The only thing I would change is I would add a slight char to the outside of the steak. My meal was just very, very tasty and I loved it. Everyone else in my party ordered Mofongo of varying flavors or chicken strips and fries. Everyone expressed that their meals were delicious. Okay, so the food is great. Now, for the atmosphere! The location within the Gran Melia resort is just FREAKING DREAMY at night! It's one of those places that you go to once and dream about for the rest of your life with pools, candles, marble floors, fresh flowers everywhere, water everywhere, fountains, lots and lots of private beds with curtains, and breeze blowing just right, etc. It's located next door to a Trump Golf Course and Resort. But Gran Melian's atmosphere actually seemed a lot nicer than the Trump resort! Anyway, with the warm night air flowing through the restaurant and the AMAZING ambiance, this was one of the nicest meals I've ever eaten. I can't wait to stay at the Gran Melian for a few days! Recommend!

What an amazing spot! The restaurant offers beautiful beach views and an electric, vibrant…read moreatmosphere--you can really feel the energy from the music and the crowd. It's the kind of place you don't want to leave! Parking can be a bit challenging, so make sure to arrive early and give yourself time to find a spot--it's absolutely worth it. The staff was fantastic--friendly, courteous, and able to handle our large group without any issues. We ordered a variety of dishes to try as much as possible, and everything was delicious. Some of our favorites included: * Mofongo with shrimp * Alcapurrias * Shark bites (a must--especially if it's been a while since you've had them!) And don't skip the drinks--they definitely deliver: * Long Island Iced Tea * Margaritas * Mojitos Great food, great vibes, and a great experience overall. Definitely a place you have to visit!

We came here for food based on Reddit recs haha. Glad we chose this place! The food was pretty…read moregood, and we loved the energy and the live band here... but what really set this place apart was how friendly the staff was! When we arrived, the main room was packed, and the few open tables were reserved. The host asked us if we'd be okay sitting in another room. I explained that we're visiting, and we wouldn't mind waiting for a table to open up where the live band section is. Upon hearing this, they were nice enough to accommodate us and make it happen. Special shoutout to our server! Unfortunately, I forget her name (it's been a month), but I remember she had this AMAZING makeup on, with lots of colorful beads in beautiful patterns across her face, as well as lovely hands with really fun nails and rings. She was so lovely and friendly, and she really made our night! If you see this, thank you :)

After six days in San Juan, there was only one restaurant I really loved, so thank God we decided…read moreto venture out to Luquillo! We came with a group of 11, and they had a beautiful outdoor space that worked perfectly for our group. Service was attentive, and everything we tried was fresh.I ordered the grilled lobster with seafood in garlic sauce and tostones. It was delicious, although definitely pricey. The lobster is sold by the pound, and the smallest they had was about 1.5 lbs at $60+ per plate, so keep that in mind.Not pictured was my daughter's churrasco, which I had to try and WOW. I'm pretty sure it was entraña, and it was some of the best steak I had on the trip. For dessert, I had the coconut flan, and it was SO good. Definitely my favorite way to end the meal. Puerto Rico is expensive, and I'd consider this mid-level pricey, but compared to some of our meals in San Juan, this one felt worth it. If you're staying in San Juan, I'd recommend making the trip to Luquillo. This was easily my favorite meal of the trip!

I do have to say that I haven't been there in a while but the food is GREAT!…read moreWill I return; YES! Will I recommend it; YES!

This place is a banger ... and I know bangers…read more Put it like this. If my mom cooked this good I would have never left the HOUSE. Amazing steak and yellow rice with abichula. Food was amazing after a 3hr hike at el yunque ! Service was fast! We ate outside and as a storm passed and got to enjoy good food and vibes.

Right after visiting El Yunque Rainforest we were hungry and while driving down we saw El Yunque…read moreTreehouse so we looked at the menu online and said sure let's give it a go. A good sized parking lot and they have indoor and outdoor seating. We were greeted by Abnier who was our server and bartender. He told us inside was extremely hot, it would be better to sit outside by the fan- which we did. We did peak on the inside and it was lit up nicely and they had a tree right in the center- which was pretty cool. Abnier was very kind and attentive. We had gotten passion fruit drinks, which were delicious! I might say the menu is extremely limited and a little different tastings from what I'm used to when I come to Puerto Rico. I got the fried cheese with guava sauce underneath it was pretty good. Overall I liked my meal, the meal I originally wanted they didn't have, so that was a bummer so I just got the appetizer as a meal instead, so I was still hungry right after the fact. But it would've been nice to sit inside and enjoy it. Would I come back here probably not. But I did enjoy my time.

My husband and I are staying in Luquillo and decided to stop at La Fonda for lunch. I had the…read moremahi-mahi, and he had the grouper with rice, beans, and vegetables. Everything was absolutely phenomenal. The service was impeccable, and our waitress was incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful. The atmosphere was welcoming and beautifully done, but the food was truly the highlight. The seafood was exceptionally fresh and seasoned perfectly. We asked for extra hot sauce, and it was amazing. This was one of the best meals we've had during our trip, and we're already talking about coming back for dinner before we leave. Highly recommend!

The Paseo de la Pared might be the best cocktail I've ever had. The service was very friendly,…read morealthough there were several instances where 1 person of our group of 5 was left out when things were delivered to our table. The waitress (who was super cool) had to go and remind the bar to make my wife's drink. Then, she had to go and ask the kitchen why my entree hadn't come out when everyone else had been served 5 minutes prior. The food was good (especially the churrasco), but this was a very expensive meal. Like, "Holy hell is that correct?!"-when they bring you the check level expensive. We would go back for those drinks, but I would need to sell a couple of non-vital organs before we could afford to go back for a full meal.

Love the vibe in here! Kept us cool inside and out with drinks, ceviche and fans. The cleanliness,…read morerainforest vibe and World Cup made it the perfect Old San Juan stop! You are welcomed by the friendliest servers and given personalized attention no matter your food restrictions! Must stop here!

Superb dining & customer service experience. We stopped at this port while cruising, and this…read moreauthentic cuisine was phenomenal! The food cane in medium-sized bowls, so we assumed they'd be filled with rice, but we were wrong! Those bowls had soooooo much meat, neither of us could finish even half! We could've actually shared one, it was that much meat in one! The restaurant was simple, but beautifully decorated with admirable murals! We're thinking of going back just to spend some time in San Juan....if we do, we'll definitely go eat here again!