Great food, great service, amazing coffee, and breakfast easy to find. I return here every year…read moreevery visit. I also appreciate that I can still have a nice hot coffee in cool air conditioning. This is a must stop for breakfast or brunch. They are open 7 AM to 3 PM.

Enjoyed our stop here between beach activities. Took a while to be served and for our food to come…read moreout but we enjoyed our empanada, jugo de guanábana, y breakfast sandwich con pan de mallorca y de ham and cheese. We sat outside and it was shaded and less noisy.

Huge plates, fresh food. We had to wait about 40 min to be…read moreseated. Loved the coffee, eggs and breakfast.

This place was just ok. The hostess Is a real pill. Lots of…read moreattitude. Refused to accommodate my request for a soft chair (hip issue) unless I waited 15 minutes despite plenty of open tables and tons of staff. Got past that but then, the food was mediocre at best. Overcooked, dry eggs; stringy bacon; flavorless pancakes. The server would disappear for long periods of time. Don't recommend.

It was our last day in Puerto Rico, so right before we had to go to the airport, my friends and I…read moredecided to grab a caffeinated drink. I found this place on Yelp and it looked very pretty; it was perfect for a tranquil start to the day. We called them to inquire about parking and whether this place was open to the public or if it was just for hotel patrons. We parked in the hotel lot and it is open to the public. They did have a person at the counter who could take our order with a menu above their head, but they also had kiosks. I chose the kiosk because it's less pressure; I was allowed to browse the full menu at my pace without feeling the pressure of someone behind me trying to place their order. I was torn between the iced matcha and the iced chai. I went with the iced chai with whipped cream (+$0.50). They ask for your phone number and text you when your order is ready. While we waited, we used the bathroom, which was on their patio area around the corner from the building. On our walk there, we noticed all the plants and greenery they have, both on the wall and around the perimeters of the tables. The bathroom was spacious and clean, but no stalls, just one. I liked that they had seating indoor and outdoor (both regular and high tables) but it was such a good day to not sit outside. The outdoor seating is completely shaded. We sat down at one of the corner areas. After about 10 minutes, our orders were ready. The ice chai was delicious! It had a subtle mocha flavor, with subtle taste of spices, and was very creamy. Halfway through, I needed more ice so I got some from their vending machine. When we went to validate our parking ticket, it came out to about $1.50 which wasn't bad for the hour + we were there.

Review #1,052 Posted on 5.1.26…read more We came here for coffee on Saturday morning April 25th. This spot is located at the bottom of the Residence Inn in Isle Verde. This place is super nice, it reminded my wife & I of Porto's a bit. They've got both indoor & outdoor seating. We ordered their classic coffee with coconut, called the Coqui. Now the place is awesome atmosphere, good drinks, good food, but it took way too long to get our order, amateur hour as far as that goes. It took them 45 minutes to get our coffee & food out, and we're not talking a four course meal chef Ramsey prepared, it was literally 1 breakfast sandwich. We weren't alone either, countless people waiting for a very long time with us, I don't get how it could get you that point to be honest. They had at least 10 workers back there, I could see 10 minutes, even 15, 20 is pushing it, but 45? Coffee & sandwich were good, but nothing special and for sure not worth the irritation that sets in when you're left waiting to that degree. I thought of giving this place higher marks because it's a very nice establishment, clean, lots of places to sit, and nice atmosphere, but they earned this 2 spot they're getting for the experience I had.

​My wife and I had an incredible dinner at Caña by José Enrique during our stay at the Fairmont. We…read moreopted for a table on the outdoor patio after dark, and it was the highlight of our trip. The temperature was absolutely perfect with just a slight breeze--it really set the stage for an elevated dining experience. ​The drinks were excellent and expertly crafted. We started with appetizers that were both unique and packed with flavor; you can really taste the creative touch José Enrique brings to the menu. The service was top-notch--attentive without being overbearing. ​It is definitely on the pricier side, but for the quality of food and the atmosphere, it was very worth it. We've already marked it down as a "must-visit" for our next trip to Puerto Rico!

Came here with my family during our trip to PR based on the strong reviews and its proximity to our…read morehotel and the food did not disappoint. Our waiter gave great recommendations, and we thoroughly enjoyed both our meals and drinks. One thing I've noticed while visiting PR is that service tends to be a bit slower across the board, so I was expecting that here as well. I was slightly hopeful it might be quicker since we came later in the evening as the crowd was clearing out, but there was still a bit of a wait for our food. We dined on the outdoor patio, which was a great atmosphere and added to the overall experience. I'd definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area and looking for an upscale take on traditional Puerto Rican cuisine.

If you want authentic Puerto Rican cuisine (just like your mom) this is the place to go. Service…read morewas excellent, food was great and prices were affordable. Don't miss it!!

We walked in on a Saturday evening around 5:30. There was a ten minute wait…read more The woman who seemed to be in charge got us seated and took our order. Our 5 year old son was with us and super whiny because he was tired from traveling all day. While it was dinner time she let us order "the baby" pancakes which was so sweet. He fell asleep before the food got there. It took maybe 10-15 minutes for the food to come. My mojito was lovely as was everything we had. Couldn't eat it all so we took the leftovers back to the hotel. Definitely a casual locals place. Also incredibly accommodating and kind to us just stopping in for a meal. Also good price - it was right about $50. Would have been much more in the states. If you're at a hotel in the area, take the walk over. And after dinner, walk down a few blocks to the beach to walk off some of the food. I recommend.

If you want the best beach pina colada baby look no further!! Order it with the floater and all…read moreyour worries go away. Located right off the beach and is the perfect spot to walk up and grab a drink. Their menu looked promising- we will need to go back and check it out. This is right next to Torres' Place

5/5 -- Taco Tuesday Perfection at Lifeguards of the Reef!…read more If you're anywhere near Isla Verde on a Tuesday, do yourself a favor and stop by Lifeguards of the Reef for their Carne Asada Tacos. These tacos are on a whole different level -- perfectly seasoned, tender protein that lets you know it was done with care. A pro tip: ask them to toast the flour tortilla. It adds the perfect bite and brings out a warm, toasty flavor that pairs beautifully with the carne asada. And for the best texture, get your lettuce on the side so you can keep everything crisp and fresh. The vibe is great, the service is friendly, and the food is unbelievably good. Taco Tuesday at Lifeguards of the Reef is officially my new weekly ritual!

The cutest little place…read more The servings were huge and the food was fantastic! Loved the energy of the staff and how nice they were. I got the french toast which was massive, but so sweet and delicious. All of the portions were well worth the price. Would definitely recommend for a cute breakfast/brunch vibe.

I liked the server a lot. Very friendly and helpful…read more Best part was the passion fruit juice but the iced coffee was also a highlight. I got the Turkish style eggs which were good but not mind blowing Atmosphere was casual but fun.

This is an all plant base restaurant. They have all the Puerto Rican specialty and some other Latin…read moreand American popular dishes. The restaurant is spacious with colorful and expressive art all over the walls. You're hearing Latin music in the background there's a large bar in the left corner. The menu is big, there's so much that you would want to try so go with the big party. Your offered three different styles of plant proteins when you order your traditional dish. We had the Pasteles, Mofongo, ALcapurria and Sorullitos. Everything came out hot and fresh. The Mofongo was out of this world. And I make Mofongo. The Alcapurria was delicious of Smith's first time having it. The portions are large enough to share. Or have leftovers. You are so lucky to meet the owner. The super friendly gentleman he gave us the backstory of why he started this restaurant. Changing his diet helped him recover from cancer. And it was about the way he ate. So he wanted to share this opportunity with meat eaters. So the whole goal of his restaurant is vegan food for meat eater so they can see that they are not missing anything. The owner also is a famous DJ. He has a talk show radio. And he's been doing it since the 70s. It was a lovely experience my Bestie found this restaurant for me. Because I'm a vegan/sometimes pescatarian. I don't get to try all the foods. It was such a lovely experience.

Okay, if you're in Carolina near the beach..Just cross the bridge and come here…read more I will say, it's sort of pricey but fresh. An abundance of friendly staff. They have everything from breakfast to lunch to dinner, wine, bakery, deli items and more. Its located right by the highway so it's busy and good. My dad has taken me here in the past. Okay so not super expensive but definitely on par with tourist pricing due to location but I can't knock the hustle

Hijole was definitely one of my favorite meals while I was in PR. To start, they bring everyone a…read moresample of their frozen Margarita - delicious!!! All of their food was super fresh, I was very impressed with the quality of the fish. The fish tacos and ceviche were both delicious. They also give complimentary chips and salsa. Staff was super nice on the 2 occasions I came here. I would definitely come back!!

We tried Hijole while staying at the Fairmont San Juan, and honestly, it was just okay. The food is…read moreon the greasy side--pretty much everything seems to be fried. If you want grilled chicken, you need to specifically ask for it, or you'll likely get something that looks boiled or just oily. Customer service was average--not rude, but not particularly organized. Had to keep going back several times for basic silverware and forgot side dishes. Convenient location if you're staying nearby, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it.

This is a very new place in the Isla Verde. The chef Marino…read moreis the best and very inventive. All dishes are full of amazing flavors and the presentation is the top of the line.