Grear ambiance, vibes, drinks, and service. Love it!…read moreRecommended for locals and tourists.

I first discovered La Grieta approximately two years ago during a brief stop in Old San Juan. The…read moreatmosphere and warmth of our initial experience was so great that I made it a deliberate mission to find it again when visiting recently. We were thrilled when we finally walked through the door again after wracking our brains to remember our favorite spot in Old Town. Upon entering, we were greeted by a young woman who, mentioned it was her very first day as an assistant to the bartender. Despite being brand new, she was warm, engaged, and genuinely welcoming, excited for us that we had made it back after several years, and impressed with our efforts. Shortly thereafter the bartender on duty approached us mid-conversation, visibly irritated. When I mentioned that we hadn't yet decided on drinks but were being well taken care of in the meantime, she interrupted sharply to bark at us that she was the bartender and the ONLY one who could help us. The tone was unwelcoming enough that after a moment, my companion and I determined that we would prefer to move on and left without ordering. The atmosphere is truly special, and it deserves to be matched by the experience guests receive at the bar. Our experience was simply not the vibe that night, and I truly was disappointed FOR the new hire who was doing what she should in engaging us until we could be served. I sincerely hope to return on a future visit to San Juan and to rediscover the experience that first brought me back to La Grieta.

I believe this is Puerto Rico's only true beer garden, or at least one of the few. Most that…read moreadvertise themselves as beer gardens (or biergartens) are indoors, thus disqualifying them from being beer gardens. La Esquinita is all outdoors. It is located in Downtown Bayamón. Plenty of street parking available. They don't brew their own beer but they have a variety of excellent beer on tap and in bottles/cans. They have a bit of everything, mostly craft beers (local and imported). Although, they do have a few commercial beers for those weirdos. I am not sure if they make their own food or if they pair with guest businesses... or both. All I can say is from my experience when I went, they had food from Smoke 'Em All BBQ Team. I'd have to return to confirm. And return, I will. This place is the best. I had this place bookmarked for quite a while. I'm glad I chose Saturday to finally make it out. They were having an Oktoberfest celebration with live music from a band called Beans Polka. Not sure of they regularly have live music, it the band was awesome. A good mix of rock with Bavarian style music. Lots of fun. It was a packed house. There was a long line to order food and drinks, but it moved smoothly. The staff was working hard and were awesome. The food was very good. I really liked the Butifarra Sausage with bacon Kimchi, as well as the garlic parmesan fries. What makes this place rock, though, is the vibe (as well as the excellent beer). Great atmposphe. Family friendly so bring the kids. They will have fun. There is a projector that screens live sports. I am definitely returning. Only bummer is that they don't open on Sunday, so Saturday is the only day I can make it out since I work during the week.

Great laidback outdoor spot that accepts dogs. They have great food, a large plethora of beers and…read moreeven a full bar. The music is set to the typical mood you'd find in a beer spot/bar. Soft rock during the day and rock to metal during the night. Once COVID us done they'll bring back the live bass which I'm sure I'll love.

Great for friends gathering. Outdoor ambience with lots of options of food snacking and beverages.read more

Good food and ambiance, affordable prices and great service You can go after work or on a Sunday…read moreafternoon and you will have a good time

Nice rooftop bar with view overlooking the Cathedral (hence the name). We came here for drinks and…read morea light snack of croquetas. I enjoyed a glass of their Chateau de la Pierre Gamay and mi amor opted for their Santurce Prison IPA. We both enjoyed our drinks and the wine was a pretty generous pour. We scored a nice two top overlooking the cathedral, right next to the railing. Service started out great but then disappeared when it was time to check out and pay, so we had to ask another server take our payment. Not a huge deal for us as we were not in a rush to leave, but maybe be mindful of this if you have another commitment after dining here. This bar is accessed via the Decanter hotel entrance. Definitely would return here. When we first arrived the atmosphere was a little suboptimal due to a large group of about 8, but once that group left, it quieted down and was mostly couples of all ages and small groups of 3-4.

Bar Catedral is a beautiful rooftop bar with an amazong view of the Cathedral of St. John the…read moreBaptist, the first church on U.S. soil. I got the Plaza de Armas ($13) and it was refreshing. They use brown sugar and mavi, a tree bark-based beverage to give it more of an earthy under tone to the cocktail. I would highly recommend checking Bar Catedral out for a drink and amazing views. Service was great too!

The best place for beer and pizza. Great ambiance and…read moreservice. Insane beer selections

Great beer selection, worth the drive from the beach. Bartender quickly discovered our lack of…read moreSpanish and welcomed us in English, despite what appeared to be a largely local crowd. Appetizers were good as well. Definitely a great, welcoming atmosphere with plenty of beer on tap, cans and TO-GO.

THE Famous La Factoria club of where Despacito, Heart Break, and other songs were filmed here. When…read morein Puerto Rico, this is a must. AMBIANCE: Parking: Welcome to Old San Juan, it get get pretty busy - best to carpool or do public transportation. Seating: Indoor seating or private cabana set ups for groups. Room for a total of 100 people. Feels: Welcome to Old San Juan, a mix of touristy and culture. The spot itself is popular for locals and tourists. As for the space itself, what's unique about this spot is this place isn't just one bar. It's actually a series of connected rooms (about 6-7 different spaces), each with its own vibe - speak easy, dance, casual, house, live music and more! I'm surprised each room can contain it's sounds while maintaining its own energy. It feels like a speakeasy maze meets nightlife experience. Dim lighting, vintage touches, and just enough chaos in a good way. DRINKS/EXPERIENCE It was such a fun night, not sure what I ordered but there is an abundance of flavors as every room has different selections. But popular drinks if you're looking for guidance - lavendar mule, espresso martini, a classic mojito. They got the classic to your well-crafted cocktails. Some spots provide food while others is sip and chill or sip and dance. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Fast-paced but solid. Staff keeps up with the crowd and still manages to be engaging. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars! Good choices, reasonable prices, and a vibe like no other. As a gemini that can be quite indecisive, I enjoyed this spot - especially with its multiple options. This is more than a bar - it's an experience. A spot where the night can go longer than expected. TIPS: * Walk through ALL the rooms--you'll miss half the experience if you don't

Amazing. Seemed a little intimidating at first with fancy vibes but it was great. Bar tender was…read morekind and helpful. Honestly the Paloma was o e of the best I had all trip. Pricy but the atmosphere was worth it. Seemed to be cool people upstairs but we sat at the bar. Bouncer frisked only young men, which was hilarious as it seemed to surprise the white dudes, lol. Music was a highlight. 90s hipster stuff, we asked about it and it is a custom playlist. Velvet Underground and the like

This is a beautiful rooftop bar with both an indoor and outdoor area. Unfortunately, it was…read moreinsanely too hot to go outside and relax by the pool in the early afternoon hours. However, it was nice that the indoor area was well attended and served beautiful drinks to enjoy. All in all, I wish that there was some sort of covering outside so that you could enjoy the view and the lagoon while sipping on a drink. But perhaps that's inevitable given the glaring sun. All in all, beautiful hotel and decor. I'd definitely be back.

This is an updated review from a returning customer. Arya is going through changes, and it is still…read morea great option. We were a party of 7 adults who wanted to enjoy the sunset, some food, and drinks, celebrating a birthday. Making a reservation was easy as was dropping off at valet. The rooftop now has an actual roof, which took away a lot of the open sky, but it is still open enough to see it without being affected by rain. Service was fantastic, as were drinks. On this trip, the appetizers were great and the main entrees were okay. From what I heard, the entire concept will be changing after they shut down in mid-November and re-open in December. I look forward to returning in 2026.

Had no idea this place even existed until someone mentioned that there is a speakeasy behind HP…read moretavern. Very nice getaway from the party scene of Placita. The decor is beautiful. I told the bartender that I wanted something fruity and he was a little snappy at first (hence 4 stars) but its because I was telling him what I wanted the wrong way. He wanted to know what alcohol I liked first and then if i liked citrus, fruity, etc. Regardless he did a fantastic job and the drink was amazing. Definitely will return again.

this place is just AMAZING. A Cocktail and whiskey secret bar behind HP Tavern in La Placita…read more Beautiful decor, amazing drinks, great ambience. Gotta get the entry code in the social media pages to get in.

This is my favorite chinchorro (local bar) in guaynabo. The beers and drinks are at a good price…read moreand they have good varied music. They have street parking nearby and even have another side entrance where they have a free private parking lot with an attendant. Don't expect anything fancy, this is a humble place that has ample outdoor terrace where you can go play dominoes or hangout with your crew. Inside, there are seating options at and around the bar area, two TVs for watching sports, but only one pool table. What i most love about this place is what the theme song from Cheers says "sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name...and are always glad you came". After having moved to Tampa Bay this is what i most missed but when i came back months later, they had noticed my 6 months absence and it was like i never left and i felt at home.