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    Cruda

    4.9 (31 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Chicken tortilla soup
    Michelle H.

    The food here was very tasty. At the counter, the guy helping us was very accommodating with vegetarian options for my husband. I was sad he was out of tomato juice for a michelada, but it didn't ruin the day. I got the chicken tortilla soup which was very flavorful. The hot sauce that was brought out was not in a bottle, which is a welcome change. My husband and I also shared a cucumber poke bowl. I added edamame which was very good - highly recommend for the texture and protein content. My husband got the nachos with no meat. My only feedback would be to spread the cheese more across the chips. It was still quite good. The location took us a minute to find, make sure you put walking directions if you use a phone app. Otherwise you end up in a parking garage. The ambiance is nothing fancy, but it's clean and the view is nice outside.

    Tuna tacos
    Makenzie M.

    5/5 Fresh ingredients Healthy eating Perfect portions Visited Cruda during our vacation in PR. The food and ingredients were fresh and left us feeling full and more healthy than some of the other local cuisine. We ate the seared ahi tuna bowl, ahi tuna tacos and ribeye beef tacos. Everything was fresh, delicious and the perfect size to share between 2 people. We also requested extra green salsa, spicy mayo and eel sauce. All fresh and amazing. They also have fresh juices made daily for detoxing and everyday antioxidants as well as house made cocktails! Best of both worlds. We will happily be returning to Cruda before our vacation ends!

    Hawaiian Poke

    Cruda was such a great find in San Juan. Super fresh ingredients, flavorful, and the bowl was filling without feeling heavy. Everything tasted clean and fresh, and you can tell care goes into the food. The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted high quality, and the whole place had an easy, laid-back vibe. Bonus points for being so close to the Caribe Hilton -- perfect for a quick walk and a healthy lunch. Would absolutely go back. The staff member helping us was also very friendly.

    Salmon tacos & chips
    Marcus H.

    This is a nice little cafe tucked away next to condos & the Caribe Hilton. Fresh food, attentive service and delicious margaritas. They have a few seats indoors and lots of outdoor seating available. If you stay near that area it's a must try. We enjoyed a nice dinner with the local crowd.

    Fish tacos I ordered to take back to my hotel.

    The food was so delicious! Service was perfect. Ambiance was nice as well. Best food in PR.

    Tuna dish

    Hidden Gem! Looking for a healthy alternative to indulgent PR food and stumbled upon this little restaurant that has amazing dishes! I order a dish similar to a tuna poke bowl. I also got a green pressed juice and a generous pour of house red. Very casual ambiance. Couple of tables inside as well as patio seating outside. Staff was friendly and spoke English which was a plus for an American. Would definitely return on next visit!

    Mahi Wrap

    This is a great local spot. We ordered the spicy crab avocado wrap and the grilled mahi wrap. Both were delicious! This was the first place we ate at after arriving to San Juan. We highly recommend it!

    Counter, menu is posted at the door
    Tina H.

    Fresh and made to order dishes at this little hideaway in the shopping and professional park area near the Caribe Hilton Hotel. They also offer beverages, including alcohol, in a cooler near the counter. Few tables to sit and eat indoors and outdoors, so likely this is more of a takeaway place. Many choices from poke bowls, chicken katsu, and other Hawaiian/Japanese fusion dishes.

    The poke is AMAZING!
    Brian S.

    I've eaten at Cruda twice now, and I have loved my meals both times. Their poke bowls are TO DIE FOR! Not only are they super yummy, but they are HUGE...you will definitely be full after one of them. I also really liked their tostones...if you are looking for a little "Puerto Rico" to go with your "Hawaii," these yummy, fried plantains are the perfect complement. Their beer selection is also huge. Prices are very reasonable and service is fast. They have outdoor seating in addition to a couple tables indoors. They are located in the small shopping center across from the Caribe Hilton on the bottom floor.

    One of the best poke I've ever had! Try Hawaiian poke 10/10 everything was fresh and well seasoned. Korean wing has little kick to it so if you like spicy must try! Juice tastes so healthy and fresh. Employees are super friendly and nice.

    Chicken katsu wrap and mahi mahi tacos

    100% recommend, I got the katsu chicken wrap and the mahi mahi tacos. So delicious! This was our first meal on vacation and will definitely be coming back to try other things on the menu. The food tasted well seasoned and fresh. The restaurant is clean and simple inside. Took a little while to find the restaurant but well worth the search :)

    Owner Giselle

    Love this place!! So fresh. I both enjoy their food and feel so well after eating it. This was a unique and wonderful experience on the island. I truly recommend it! It's also so well priced for what you get in portion sizes. When you compare this to what's offered at the Caribe Hilton, it's a no brainer where to eat! Additionally, I have a severe gluten allergy. They were so accommodating even modifying options to my liking. The owner Giselle is amazing! So kind and thoughtful! She gave us other restaurant recommendations too. Above and beyond in food and service! Thank you Cruda!

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    Place is delicious! Everything we got was super fresh and very tasty. The ambiance is cafe cute. The service is very good.

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    Delicious, creative, fresh and plentiful. Cruda is friendly and very reasonable in price. In this area it's the best!

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    Food is FRESH and AMAZING! I could eat here every day. The Mexican bowl, wraps, tacos, salads are all exceptional.

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    Food is good and workers are even better. Get the margaritas and the bowls. I like the pork and steak bowls.

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    I stayed at the Caribe Hilton across the road and was struggling to find a tasty and affordable lunch.

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