Service excellence!!!!! Mofungo! Baked not fried! Was excellent! Food over all... excellent! Drinks…read morewere different... I would recommend!

I was really hopeful that another visit to the shack would be an opportunity to up my review…read more Unfortunately quite the opposite occurred. They attempted to seat us at a postage stamp sized table barely bigger than the napkin holder sitting on top of it. No thanks. The food quality has taken a steep decline. My "sea" scallops were tough, chewy, and hard like small bouncy rubber balls. The clam chowder was "off" if that makes sense. Didn't quite taste fresh and had a lot of gritty texture to it. The garlic shrimp was quite paltry. Tiny tail-on shrimp that quite honestly reminded be of a bag of frozen from the supermarket. Ceviche was ok, but not enough to make up for the rest of this train wreck. Due to poor execution of nearly every dish, Will not return.

Brought my daughter here for her birthday dinner on our last night in Puerto Rico, and the setting…read morealone makes it worth a visit. Right on the beach, beautiful views, lovely atmosphere -- exactly what you want for a special occasion dinner in San Juan. We made a reservation and noted it was a birthday celebration. The staff acknowledged it at check-in, which was a nice touch, but that was the extent of it. Once we were seated, the birthday wasn't mentioned again -- which, for a restaurant at this price point, felt like a missed opportunity. The food was genuinely good. The guacamole was fresh and well-seasoned, served with malanga and tortilla chips -- a nice twist on the classic. The poke bowl was solid, fresh tuna, clean flavors, well-balanced. The star of the table was the grilled octopus with achiote -- tender, flavorful, served over a pigeon peas risotto with truffle oil. Really well executed. Service, though, needed work. Water glasses went empty and stayed that way. Had to flag down the waiter for a second drink. For a restaurant at this price level, that's the kind of thing you notice. The food earns the visit. The service needs to catch up to the setting.

I honestly did not expect to love the brunch so much. I mostly wanted to go for vibes and to enjoy…read morethe drag show, which was great, but the food was a pleasant surprise! I ordered the bottomless mimosas, which came with an appetizer and an entree. For my appetizer I ordered the watermelon bowl, which was pretty good, but basic. I did love that the watermelon had actual seeds in it, which I NEVER see in the states. For my entree I ordered the salmon salad, which was delicious! The salmon was cooked well and the salad tasted fresh. My side of fries were also tasty. My main complaint is that service was a little slow at times. Although I understand the restaurant was full, one of my friend's did not receive her final drink for almost an hour. However, this would not deter me from returning.

This meal was spectacular. Don't expect speedy service in this restaurant or any restaurant in…read morePuerto Rico for that matter. I highly recommend this dish. If you love flavor, don't like bland unsalted food, go to Cueva Del Mar. It was the first restaurant we ate at in PR and we made sure it was the last! Great food! Strong drinks!

If you're looking for the best asopao on the island... your search stops here…read more I've never had something like this before. The flavor was ridiculous in the best way possible, the shrimp was perfectly cooked, and the tostones were notably fresh. 10/10- you MUST go. Out of all of the gumbo variations I've had from countless regions, Puerto Rico's is my favorite. Particularly from La Cueva Del Mar. Our server, Nicole, was an angel. She is SO SWEET. She made the experience even better!!! It was packed and very loud at 7pm on a Thursday, which is a nonissue for me, but if your party prefers a quiet meal, be mindful of timing.

Atabey was a small café right next to our Airbnb in Condado, so it was such a convenient little…read morefind. The food has a simple, understated presentation, but the flavors were genuinely delicious! Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The highlight for us was definitely the vegan mofongo, which is surprisingly hard to find. It was so nice to have a traditional Puerto Rican dish with a vegan option, and it did not disappoint. Such a cute, casual spot with great food--we're glad we stumbled upon it!

I tasked my husband with finding a breakfast spot this morning, and thanks to Yelp, he found a…read moregreat one! It was conveniently located near our hotel, so we were able to walk there. I ordered the Cowboy Burger and requested it medium, but it came out well done. That seems to be fairly common from what I've experienced so far in Puerto Rico, so it wasn't a major issue. My husband had the Americana Breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed it. The other couple with us both ordered the ham and cheese croissant and couldn't stop talking about how good it was. In fact, everyone in our group is already talking about coming back before we leave! The restaurant is very cute inside, with a welcoming atmosphere and a full bar. They also offer brunch, lunch and dinner, and outdoor seating, making it a great option any time of day. This was a wonderful find, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal and a pleasant dining experience.

We were walking around looking for a place to enjoy our first meal in Puerto Rico when we came…read moreacross Waikiki, and I'm so glad we decided to give it a try. I ordered the Spanish Burger, and it was honestly one of the best burgers I've had in a very long time. My husband had the grouper sandwich and is still talking about how delicious it was. We both upgraded our fries to side salads, which were excellent. I chose the mango-pineapple vinaigrette, and it was absolutely delicious. The friends who were dining with us enjoyed their meals just as much. We decided to sit outside because the restaurant is right on the ocean, which made for a beautiful setting. Since we visited in June, it was quite windy, but the view and atmosphere were worth it. Service was outstanding! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Puerto Rico. It was a fantastic way to start our vacation.

This spot is in Condado Beach, and when we first arrived, we wanted to sit outside for the view…read more Unfortunately, there was a very loud party out there, and the area was also pretty dirty it looked like previous guests' tables hadn't been cleaned yet. Because of that, my group decided to sit inside instead. Interestingly, the same loud party eventually came inside and kindly sent us a round of drinks, which was a really nice gesture. We then ordered our own drinks virgin passionfruit mojitos but they tasted watered down and weren't very good. For food, I ordered the mofongo with ceviche as an appetizer, and it was really good definitely the highlight for me. Others in my group ordered pasta, shrimp, skirt steak, and chicken. Overall, they enjoyed their meals, except for the chicken, which wasn't great, so it was mostly left uneaten. Overall, the experience was just okay. The view outside is nice, but between the cleanliness and drink quality, I'd probably stick to ordering takeout instead of dining in. I might come back to sit outside for the view if the conditions were better.

Great spot for dinner. We were looking for a change of pace for dinner while in San Juan for a…read moreholiday weekend and decided to stop in for dinner. The server was accommodating and got us a seat for our party of 4 very quickly. I believe it was a one man show that night and he was running between all the tables, but was very efficient and had a great attitude which made any waiting we might've had to do worth while. The inside was clean and had a good vibe with nice music playing. Our table shared as an appetizer the green chile ceviche, which was very good and could itself be enough for a main meal for two people. My wife got the quesa-birria tacos and I got the governor shrimp tacos. All were great meal choices, the tacos were stuffed with meat and very filling. A great spot for people looking for some tasty Mexican food in San Juan.

Entramos por casualidad, pero quedamos encantados!! El sazón de la comida estaba bien rica, creo…read moreque cualquier mexicano estaría feliz aquí. Ordenamos las tostadas de camarones (mi plato favorito), tacos de pescado, y los frijoles. Todo estaba sabroso. Las porciones y el precio eran muy razonables. El lugar no tiene mucho espacio, pero atienden bien rápido. Solo que los asientos son muy altos, así que no lo recomiendo para familias con niños chiquitos. Great food! Recommend the shrimp tostadas. The order of beans was also good, reminded me of my childhood meals lol. Space is tight, but you'll get seated quickly as the staff are pretty attentive. Prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are fair.

I am a big fan of this place. The food is excellent, not over priced at all and the staff is…read morefriendly and attentive. I come here every time I'm in Puerto Rico. This time I made it a point to get a Airbnb next to this restaurant and so far I've been there three times in 4 days. I'll be baaack!

While having a delicious "Miami Vice" at the lobby bar inside the Marriott Resort, the cool…read morebartender told me to check out Cayo Caribe if I liked fresh fish. He said it was about a 10 minute walk and that I would not be disappointed.. Bet! The next day, while she was working, I took my little walk to Cayo Caribe and I'm sure glad that I did! It's a cool indoor/outdoor restaurant, with a nice sized bar and island decor. I ordered the Red Snapper and the server promptly came over with two for me to pick from before they cooked it to my liking. I chose grilled over fried. It took a little while for them to prepare it but it was well worth the wait. That snapper was freakin delicious!! So much so, I convinced her the next day to check out Cayo Caribe instead of Sushi. We started off with a couple drinks and calamari. She chose the grilled red snapper and I chose fried snapper this time. Honestly, mine was fried a bit too long, so I regreted not going with grilled again :( Cayo Caribe is must go for anyone that's visiting PR and loves fish. I thorougly enjoyed myself but definitely go for the grilled..lol!

I found this place on a whim walking around the Caribe area of San Juan. It's located in the…read moreMercado which is on the second floor of the Paseo Caribe. I wanted something fresh and different than the rest of the food hall. Pesca'o del Dia had fresh seafood and what sold me was watching the chef plate someone else's dish! The presentation looked amazing! So I had to try it myself! I ordered the Salmon Filet entree with sautéed vegetables. The salmon was so clean and tender. The vegetables were perfectly cooked. And it came with rice and house made beans. All in all, this place is a must try for anyone visiting San Juan, Puerto Rico! The food, service, and price were all great!

Pescao del dia is one of the best seafood places in PR. Pick your fresh fish and they will cook it…read moreto your liking. Absolutely delicious octopus croquets - crispy on the outside, and soft and creamy on the inside. Conch salad is a must - soft and tender, garnished with tomatoes. Variety of aioli sauces is perfect! And of course delicious Sangria with fresh fruit!

The food and location was amazing. We asked for substitutions which the chef happily accommodated…read more Expect to pay a little more and you'll be happy.

Went here for dinner during vacation. definitely felt like it was a tourist trap! The pasta was…read moredelicious. but the pizza tasted frozen and everything just tasted artificial. i was expecting better since the prices were so high. other than that. the workers are amazing and my mother said the salmon is great:) we had no reservations yet had no issue to get a seat !

What a great food experience!!! Casita Miramar easily earned a spot in my top 2 restaurants I've…read morehad the pleasure of dining at in Puerto Rico when it comes to quality food and an overall amazing experience. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful, and the service was excellent from beginning to end,from the hostess to the servers and bussers. Our server, Jeffery, was amazing! He was energetic, professional, attentive, and you can genuinely tell he takes his position seriously. I loved that! We were greeted with complimentary sopa de plátano and bacalaítos, and I was NOT expecting to love them as much as I did. This was by far the best sopa de plátano I've ever had. I never thought I could fall in love with a soup, but here we are! (I ordered a whole extra regular size bowl )The bacalaítos were another surprise because they're normally not something I order or even particularly like--and I've tried quite a few in my life--but these were absolutely delicious. My S/O and I shared the churrasco with arroz mamposteao, along with a side of avocado salad and majado de viandas. Everything was a straight 10/10. Not one disappointment on the table. They also make an amazing Rojo Pico, which was the perfect addition to the experience. 100% recommend Casita Miramar. Don't overthink JUST GO! Beautiful atmosphere, excellent service, and most importantly, genuinely delicious, quality Puerto Rican food. This place absolutely deserves the hype and its spot in my top two!

The workers were honestly the sweetest. the environment is so welcoming and calm…read more although i wasn't very happy with the food. i went with my family and we found the food very bland and overpriced!! my mom LOVES cooking and she could tell when frozen beans are served to her. the food tasted old and the rice look like it was reheated from days ago.. definitely might be a tourist trap. the aesthetics are beautiful but isn't worth the price. on the good side, they sell natural juices and the parcha juice was the best i ever had!!