Top Restaurants in San Juan
Top 10 Puerto Rican food in San Juan, Caribbean
Reviews on Puerto Rican food in San Juan, Caribbean. The festive city of San Juan is the perfect place to experience true Puerto Rican culture. Get to know its roots by exploring the vibrant neighborhood of El Viejo San Juan (Old San Juan), which consists mostly of Spanish colonial buildings. Flesh out your self-guided history lesson with a visit to El Castillo San Felipe del Morro, a 16th century citadel that’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then reward yourself with a cooling dip at Luquillo or Carolina Beach, then a tasty tour of the Bacardi rum plant.
Things to do in San Juan
10. Cafe El Punto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 775 reviews
Reviewed By Dortiz44
Food is delicious but was hard to find. My gps kept putting me in front of the governorâs home. Luckily I popped my head in a random building with security and the gentleman there pointed me in the right direction. I donât think I would have found it if it wasnât for his help. So happy I found it, the stuffed avocado was unlike anything I ever had before-the crab and shrimp was perfect. Only critique, the tostones could be a little bigger. My whole trip I had tostones the size of my palm whereas these were the size of the bottom of a small soda can. The kids meals was delicious, my son was over chicken nuggets and order the steak which he devoured! That has never happen before so I know he loved it. Great service and staff, everyone was very friendly and helpful!!
9. Punto de Vista Rooftop Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2574 reviews
Located on the rooftop of the Hotel Milano this lively rooftop restaurant serves up great and authentic Puerto Rican food in an informal atmosphere at great prices. The best Mofongo in Old San Juan. Buy 1 Get 1 Free Mojitos every day from open until 5:00p
Reviewed By GM007_1
A unique spot in San Juan with friendly staff and reasonably price foodIs great to be able to sit outside on the rooftop and take in the atmosphereWide variety of meals and happy hour drinks
8. Mario Pagan Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By templeton1969
My wife and I ate at Mario Pagan and it was easily our most enjoyable dining experience. The staff were very attentive, nearly flawless in every way. The food was excellent and although it was Puerto Rican, it was a bit lighter than other restaurants where the food was a bit heavier.We ordered the pork spring rolls which were small, but tasty. My wife had the halibut over beans and she couldnât be happier. I tried it as well and it was done especially well. I had the lamb confit and risotto (it had a different side listed in menu but it was served with risotto this night). The lamb was braised and impressive. The risotto had excellent bite and I felt fortunate to try it. We split a soufflé for dessert and glad we did. It was sensational. Overall, a terrific experience and it would be first on my list on a future trip.
7. Oceano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 7099 reviews
Oceano's cuisine is fresh, creative and unique. Renowned for serving locally sourced ingredients and mouthwatering tropical accents, each bite melts in the mouth as easily as the sun melts on the horizon. The executive chef, Ann Marie Antonetti, and team
Reviewed By BlakeT109
Everything was wonderful from the ambiance, to the service, to the food. Our waitress, Paola, was great! She was super sweet, attentive, and a great guide through our dining experience. Food was very good and you canât beat a nice ocean breeze and smell of the salt in the air while enjoying dinner with your loved ones.
6. Kabanas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 643 reviews
Nice indoor/outdoor relaxed environment. Just one step from the sidewalk. Short distance from all the best hotels in Condado! Comfortable and convenient. Our food is local and fresh, our fish is right off the coast of Puerto Rico and is delivered daily! C
Reviewed By Kynlia
Found this place while looking for "Taco Tuesdays" and I was absolutely NOT disappointed! House tacos for $2.22, and these are seriously unique. I was in San Juan for business for 4 weeks straight and I visited this restaurant at least 4 times. The food is consistent, the drinks are balanced, and the service is friendly. I even managed to get myself remembered by consistently ordering tamarind lemonade, which is only on the menu due for a typo.
5. Pannes
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2123 reviews
Pannes opens daily from 6am till late night and offers a great variety of breakfasts , puertorrican food, great sandwiches and lovely coffee. For lunch Pannes has daily puertorrican specials at great prices , you can have a mofongo , special beefsteak, ma
Reviewed By Upekkhapr
Sisters and Mom gathering!!! Special French toast and the corn bread French toasts were delicious! The mayorca sandwich, and the pancakes... amazing!! Fresh orange juice and great coffee! They have free parking in the back too. Bridgette was great our server and did an excellent job!!
4. Chocobar Cortes
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3087 reviews
ChocoBar is a new, innovative gastronomic space located in the heart of Old San Juan, and here chocolate is our guiding star. Our restaurant is part of Casa Cortés, where the historical patrimonies of the capital city, Caribbean art, and first class servi
Reviewed By VernieFord
This place is a must try!!! I was strolling through the vibrant streets of old San Juan and stumbled upon this Gem! After walking around I stopped in for a chocolate martini and some churros. SO DELICIOUS!! I will be going back before I depart Puerto Rico!
3. Eter Rooftop & Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 503 reviews
An elevated experience for cocktails, great food, sunsets and the most amazing 360 views of San Juan.
Reviewed By Cocolo77
Saturday evening we were looking for a place to have dinner as a family on the area. Found this place and decided to give it a try... what a pleasant surprise. The views are probably one of the best in the area... you get to see Old San Juan, the bay, the city, etc. The food was really good as well. Son ordered the churrasco, I ordered a mofongo with chicken and both plates were really good. And, to complement the view was the great service. Steven Garcia did a very good job taking care of us... even when sky got cloudy, they handed everyone umbrellas just in case. Definitively a place to try while in the area.
2. Musa Puerto Rico
Overall Ratings
5 based on 384 reviews
The place for the foodies, art and music lovers. Perfect ambience right in the Art District of San Juan, the famous Cerra Street. A great selection of wine and our Mixologist will be taking care of you with great refreshing cocktails. Our menu captures ou
Reviewed By samuel8248
Stopped here based on Trip Advisor rating and this one is listed as the No. 1 in San Juan. Not far from the truth. We had a delicious dinner and Miguel gave us wonderful service. We had a Cabernet for Wine and it was good. Some cheese for Starters and I had Steak & Shrimp as a Main Plate. Everything was perfect and it was a great time
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1. Chloe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Located in the heart of the Condado neighborhood featuring International cuisine with a vibe only found in Puerto Rico.
Reviewed By Russrd91
We arrived by recommendation of a local. We were greeted and seated at the balcony area which gives you a beautiful view of the ocean. The bartender Rafael was very helpful with cocktail selection(which were amazing) which we enjoyed with a few appetizers. The Jose Taco and the dumplings was one of the favorites. Great place and service, can wait to be back at PR and swing by!!!!!!
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