I made my reservation the same day. Nectar truly highlights the authentic flavors of Puerto Rico. The service was exceptional from start to finish, and every detail exceeded expectations. The cocktails were outstanding, the meats were perfectly prepared, and the arroz con gandules was on another level. The presentation of the main dishes and entrées was elegant and well thought out. The cleanliness and organization of the restaurant were also excellent. The staff took the time to explain each dish in detail, making the experience even more enjoyable. After placing our main course order, everything was served in approximately 18 minutes. Definitely the best dining option both inside and outside the resort. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic Puerto Rican culinary experience. read more

This was a delicious upscale authentic Puerto Rican restaurant at the Hyatt Grand Reserve in Rio Grande 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 read more

We arrived at the resort and did not want to drive to a restaurant so we settled for Néctar. 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. read more

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Our family went on a quick trip for three days and stayed at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. Nectar is a restaurant on the resort's grounds. The driver that brought us from the airport to the hotel could not say enough positive things about the restaurant. He highly recommended it and it didn't disappoint. My son ordered the Farm to Ocean as prepared and I ordered the same with the sauces on the side. I wasn't sure how the smokey bacon cheese sauce would be with the chimmichuri but they were both very good and I should've ordered it already on the dish. My husband had the chicken and absolutely loved everything on the plate. He said it was so flavorful that he enjoyed every minute of it. He didn't like the first drink he ordered but did like the rum flight. My son ordered the Flan for desert, the desert menu was not available online for some reason, and had to be presented to us. There were limited options but my son said the flan was amazing. Our server was very attentive and the place was very lively. read more

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This is probably the only option if you're in the hyatt regency property area that's open for lunch, despite whatever the hotel website or receptionist say! After an incredibly delayed and frustrating time spent figuring out from staff what restaurant was open and serving any food on this property that lists 12 dining options, we landed here only to see it completely empty and noone to check in. Hestitant but hungry we walked into the kitchen and they said sit anywhere. The water and menus came 15-20 mins later. We ordered all vegetarian and veg accomodating dishes - a fried rice sort lf dish (group fav), stuffed fry chicken dish (second fav), mofongo, two desserts, and some drinks. Everything was decent. We were starving so we appreciated the fast delivery. Service was also decent. read more

Driving up, we marveled at the expanse of the grand Hyatt and the lobby itself was no joke either. So I was not surprised that Nectar was 5 star dining. Clever, tasty variations of puerto Tucson cuisine. We started with a tamale style Eddie's egg roll and mini alcapurrias which were delicious. Cocktails were fun too. We all got Nectars Bowls for the main course which were delicious. Concluded with brownie and churros which received high marks. This will be a highlight dinner for any PR vacation. read more

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Service: Amazing! Food: Excellent! Many thanks to waitress Soni! She gave me the most perfect recommendations and looked out for my nut allergy and gave me a great alternative sauce ( creamy garlic) a must try! The farm to ocean was amazing! Scrimp are huge and juicy and steak cooked perfectly as requested. read more

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We stayed at the resort and on our first night we were recommended to try Nectar. Even without a reservation, we were able to join the waitlist and waited about 20 minutes before being seated. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations for classic Puerto Rican dishes that we really enjoyed. The restaurant is an open space, so if there's a lively table nearby it can get a bit loud and harder to hear at times. Overall, we had a really good experience and enjoyed the food. read more

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In the quest to find a decent restaurant at the Hyatt resort, we stumbled upon this place as it was the only one that was not severely poorly rated. While the service was friendly, we found the food to be somewhat mediocre at best with prices that really reflect the resort. We ordered: * Tempura Shrimp - 5/10: while the sauces were good, the shrimp was overcooked and the batter wasn't super interesting * The Nest Seafood Salad - 4/10: every bit of seafood was overcooked * Nectar's Bowl - 7/10: the flank steak was super tender and delicious, the crab is a weird add on, the rice was a bit salty Overall, if you're looking to stay on the resort and really want to sit down and eat somewhere, then I'm pretty sure this is the only good pick. However, I would highly recommend venturing out and grabbing a more authentic dinner in the town nearby. The decor was a bit strange as it felt like we were in a cafeteria and sitting by the dark window at night was a bit depressing. read more

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Booked the same day via opentable and was able to get a 5:45pm reservation during peak season. Check in took some time as the receptionist was really taking her time writing up some forms. Our server Adrian was very nice. Recommended some dishes and cocktails for us. My daughter claims this is one of the best restaurants she's been to in PR so it deserves the 5 stars. It was really busy but in general be ready for island time service. Took over an hour to get our food after we ordered. The ambiance is very laid back. read more

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Authentic Puerto Rican food with Caribbean spices. Loved the rice with white beans and veggies -- yum! Service was prompt, frequent and friendly. Casual and relaxed ambiance and atmosphere. A great introduction to Puerto Rican cuisine! read more

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My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at Nectar this Valentine's Day, and it was an experience that exceeded all our expectations! We were so enchanted by our first visit that we couldn't resist returning during our stay, and both times were absolutely spectacular. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere enveloped us in a warm, resort-casual vibe that made us feel right at home. The decor was inviting, and the ambiance set the perfect tone for a romantic evening. Now, let's talk about the food! We both opted for steak, and it was cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. The seafood selection was equally impressive; I particularly loved the surf and turf, which was a delightful combination that showcased the freshness of the ingredients. The nectar bowls were also a standout, bursting with vibrant flavors and expertly crafted. But what truly set Nectar apart was the service. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and attended to. Their genuine kindness and attentiveness made our dining experience even more special. It was clear that they take pride in what they do, and it made a world of difference. Overall, Nectar is a gem that we can't recommend highly enough. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a delicious meal, this restaurant is a must-visit. We can't wait to return! Also pro tip : they are very accommodating for dietary restrictions and list out common allergens right there on their menu! read more

Néctar - Surf and turf - Diners Near Me - Río Grande, Puerto Rico

Stayed at the Hyatt and decided to try this restaurant one night and I'm glad we did. The restaurant was very nice and clean with many tables for dining in. The service was really good and fast. Server was really helpful and attentive. We ordered the nectar bowl with the skirt steak, rice and plantains and that was amazing. Loved the plantains and rice. Also got the skirt steak with shrimp with chimichurri sauce and French fries on the bottom and we loved that as well. And for appetizers, we got the shrimp tempura and wow, amazing. Everything was so tasty and delicious. Wished we had another night there because I would have definitely gone back for more. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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This restaurant is on the property great ambiance . A cute date night spot , or with a group . Good drinks cute cocktails. . Food however 7/10 . You will find better off property . I'm being genrous . It's extremely cold in this restaurant at night !!!!! Great service . Very welcoming , great hospitality. read more

Néctar - Fried rice - Diners Near Me - Río Grande, Puerto Rico

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First time coming to this restaurant with my wife and everything was great the service was fast and friendly and always around the food for the most part was cooked perfectly and seasoned well accept for undercooked mixed vegetables which were gross but other then that we had a great dinner. read more

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Armando was amazing with his recommendations!! Very attentive and knowledgeable. My orange chocolate drink was one of the best drinks ever. Our recommended app by Armando was phenomenal. Amazing flavors. Grandmas favorite was so flavorful with the wine garlic sauce. Great authentic food. Highly recommend. read more

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The food was excellent. It had great flavor and presentation. Even better than the food was our server Melanie!! She went above and beyond with us. It was my daughter's 14th birthday and we asked for fried cheese even though it wasn't on the menu. Melanie informed us that there was no fried cheese there. Just a little bit later , Melanie came out with a plate of fried cheese with a delicious guava sauce!! This is the type of service that's rarely seen. My daughter was super happy to say the least. Too bad they weren't able to sing happy birthday for my daughter like they did for me in 2024. The food was 10/10 Melanie's service was 1000/10. read more

Néctar - Halibut was delicious - Diners Near Me - Río Grande, Puerto Rico

Very disappointing experience. Our visit to Néctar was honestly one of the worst dining experiences I've had in a long time. We waited 1.5 hours for our main courses, with no real explanation. The waitress kept coming by to say the food was "coming out," but it never did--over and over again. The food itself was not worth the wait or the price. The salad was mediocre at best. We ordered the halibut, which was overpriced and clearly pre-frozen, despite me specifically asking before ordering whether the fish was fresh. That felt misleading. We originally wanted to order fish and were told they had red snapper--only to find out the only option was a 2.5 lb whole fish costing $103. That's absurd, so we passed. The other dish was a vegetarian "traditional" dish that arrived as a cement textured lump of bland, flavorless mush with a weird array of mismatched vegetables. When the food finally arrived, the manager brought it out himself and apologized with, "We're sorry about the long wait, we're doing the best we can." That's not a real apology, and no effort was made to compensate for the excessive delay or poor experience. Only after he saw how upset I was did he mutter that dessert would be "on the house." A $6 dessert does not make up for an hour and a half wait, overpriced food, and disappointing quality. Overall: poor service, misleading information about the food, long waits, and no meaningful accountability. Definitely not worth the time or money. I won't be returning. read more

This has to be the best restaurant in the east side. I'm a local who has tried multiple restaurants over the years and I rank this top 3 for local food. The chef elevates traditional food to a whole new level. The food taste was great, presentation was also great. Service was 10/10. Highly recommend the mini alcapurrias, the chicken breast breaded in alcapurria and Grandma's favorite. The cocktails are very elevated and different, very delicious. Have no negative things to say. read more

Compared to the other Restraunts at the Hyatt, Nectar has best food, best service and best prices. The other Restraunt's are overrated.

Absolutely amazing!!! Hands down the best meal I had on my recent trip to Puerto Rico. This place was a hidden gem... Very unassuming. Ambiance: Small & quaint. We were seated in the front area where there were only a few tables, but there was a back area as well with additional seating. Service: Was very good. Again, it's not a large restaurant and the time we went was not busy. The gentleman who served us was also the bartender. Very polite and accommodating. The Food: We ordered 2 passion fruit juices, mini alcapurrias, El Plato de Abuela, Filete Chillo Coronado & Arroz Apastelado. Everything was good but the Filete Chillo Coronado made me face in my chair! It's was so good and the mofongo which it was served on was the best I had the entire trip!!!! I could've eaten the mofongo from here everyday! Overall experience was wonderful! If you're ever on the Hyatt Grand Reserve Resort in Rio Grande, do yourself a favor and make a reservation here. I promise you won't be disappointed! Buen Provecho! read more

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The noice level in the restaurant is loud and louder. If you are looking for a nice quiet dinner this is not the place. The food: appetizers are very good. We ordered the pastel filled egg rolls and alcapurria with land crab. Good choices. Entrees: The pork belly, tostones and shrimp. Beautiful plate not very good. The pork belly is a large piece mostly fat. Breaded chicken very good but not worth the price. You can get a very good one at your local diner or Churches or Popeyes. The grandma plate which is sirloin with stick fries. Okay if you like salty food. Best item was the house salad Dessert: Bread pudding flavorful but needs a sauce. Churros good. Service was good however hearing the waiter was very difficult. It's expensive fancy average Puerto Rican food at high end hotel prices. read more

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Food was delicious waitress was great. But took an hour for food to come out waitress did inform us they were busy and it was going to take longer than expected wait. But we ordered dessert and ice cream was melted like soup she said freezer was not working correctly totally unacceptable if freezer was not working don't serve ice cream. read more

Restaurant is located in the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve. You can make reservations through Open Table yourself. We had the hotel concierge make the reservation but for some reason it didn't show up in Nectar's system. But they were able to fit us in. Our waitress was helpful and friendly and was able to suggest some dishes without cilantro which two persons in our party couldn't eat. The food was really delicious and flavorful. I had mofongo with shrimp and garlic sauce. It's a casual fine dining kind of place with entrees starting at $26. read more

Stayed at the Hyatt Regency and decided to try this place for dinner. Food was okay for the price. Got the chicken breast with rice and it was good. Tried egg roll and I did not like it. It had a different taste that I was not used to it. Salad was delicious. I was not impressed with the trio sampler. Service was great and they made sure to ask if we needed anything. read more

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Excellent experience. If you want to eat traditional puertorican cuisine in Rio Grande this is definitely the place.

The service and the staff were ok. The food, not so much. The plantains and ropa vieja were so dry, I took one bite and pushed it away. The server saw I only took one bite, never commented or asked if I enjoyed it. The tempura fried shrimp were a good size and tasty, but it's hard to mess up fried shrimp. read more

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Our server Julianna was attentive with a pleasant personality. Her food recommendations were spot on. Wonderful experience from the hostess, server and busier. The Nectar bowl with skirt steak was so tasteful. read more

This is a decent restaurant at the Hyatt grand reserve, with pretty good local options. We had trifongo with steak and the steak was amazing omg. The trifongo was pretty good as well. We also had steak and shrimp which was good. Again, the steak was amazing. It took quite a while for us to get seated, but everyone was very kind and accommodating. The decor is beautiful and feels trendy. I would love to come back and try something new. Drinks were just ok. read more

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Great service, great quality of food, great drinks. And the price points weren't bad. read more

Néctar - Diners Near Me - Río Grande, Puerto Rico

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The food was very good we spent a week at the resort and had dinner there three times we enjoyed it's a lot

Food was 4 but service was 2 if being generous based on excuse that they were only at half staff as opened on non standard day but fully booked. The restaurant not run by hotel so pay with credit card and can reserve online. Food was good and had okay wine list. I got a couple of the Michal's which were tasty. Due to bad service they brought us out an aperitif that was like a sambuca. read more

I stopped in my first night on the resort and SO glad I did. HUGE thank you to Giancarlos and the host (I didn't catch his name) for simply going above and beyond - I have a gluten intolerance and it was really nice of the host to call and triple check menu items. I ordered to go but got a chance to sit down with a glass of wine while my food was being prepared. Giancarlos came over to chat with me and shared some of his favorite menu items (mofongo being one of the dishes I ordered). My order consisted of del pilón: mofongo base, skirt steak (medium well) topped with creole sauce + a side of seasonal veggies. The hype is real!!! It truly was an experience (eating the leftovers as I type this). I plan to return tomorrow to dine in - the interior decor is beautiful. Neon lights, leafy green plants, beautiful light fixtures, and arguably the best restaurant on the resort. I planned this visit out far before touching foot in PR so I'm so excited I got to experience it. Plan ahead and be sure to book reservations beforehand as they do get busy. read more

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The Resort is first class with some very nice restaurants on site. The food was exceptional and the service even better. We ate at Nectar, a Puerto Rican restaurant. The dishes were very authentic but what made it a great experience was Melanie, our server. She was so pleasant and serviceable that made the. 2 times we were there very special. Great experience. Congratulations Hyatt for your choice of employees and their excellent training!! FIVE STARS TO YOU! read more

amazing food and service! Everything one menu is delicious. The restaurant has a fantastic menu and delivers on phenomenal cuisine.

Wonderful dinner here at the Hyatt. We shared skirt steak and lobster both of which were perfectly prepared! Set ice attentive. Atmosphere pleasant. read more

Overall, the food was pretty good. I liked my dish of pork belly topped with stuffed shrimp. Girlfriends crowned snapper was good too. The Ceviche appetizer was strange and we didn't really like it. The seafood was fresh but it was a different take on ceviche and the flavors didn't quite work for us. The service was very good. read more

This is a must try if you are looking for amazing food at a reasonable price. We had the pork chops which were the best we have had since I can't remember better. Also had the fresh halibut that was cooked to perfection with fluffy mashed potatoes and asparagus to match the texture of a well balanced meal. We stared with the pumpkin soup that was creamy, dreamy and had just the right balance of spice. Can't say enough about this hole in the wall. A hidden gem that should have a line out the door. Also, the staff was attentive, supportive and an absolute pleasure. Can't wait to go back. read more

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We came to Néctar Puerto Rico to celebrate our wedding, and the experience was beyond magical. From the start, Aida made our reservation feel personal and special, and our incredible server Yuliana made us feel like royalty throughout the night. We started with the Eddie's Eggrolls and mini alcapurrias with ropa vieja, each bite bursting with authentic Puerto Rican flavor (the ropa vieja unforgettable). For our main course, we had El Yunque and Farm to Ocean, paired with the fragrant and flavorful Néctar Rice--the pork was incredible, and the steak was the most tender and juicy we've ever had. The cocktails were a perfect match: the Rum Fashioned was bold and balanced, and the Vasito del Almacén was a creative, delicious standout. To our surprise, the staff celebrated with us--bringing over glasses of champagne that were paired with two exquisite desserts: the pineapple cuatro leches and a silky cheese flan. The bartender's craft and the team's warmth elevated our night into something truly unforgettable. If you're looking for world-class cuisine, soul-filled service, and genuine Puerto Rican hospitality, Néctar is a must. read more

Kevin provided excellent service and gave fantastic recommendations for what we wanted. The steak was juicy and flavorful and the cream sauce was a perfect pairing. The crowned snapper with shrimp and mofongo was cooked well and tasty. The drinks were made well and had awesome presentation. The desserts were sweet and delicious. If you want authentic PR while staying on Rio Grande this is the best option. read more

Néctar - Diners Near Me - Río Grande, Puerto Rico

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