Anoche estuvimos y en el especial del día tenían un rodaballo con miel y trufas acompañado con una…read morepasta al pesto, pero pedimos el cambio a pasta al olio y nuestra recomendación es que repitan este plato, pues es excelente. Todos los ordenado estuvo muy bueno, algunos exquisitos, pero este botó la bola. Fue recomendado por nuestro mesero, quien nos dió excelentes recomendaciones y servicio. Único comentario, el ruido es alto, pero eso lo sabíamos antes de llegar allí. En resumen, se llevaron las estrellas que merecen 5.

Cacio e Pepe in Los Paseos offers a solid Italian dining experience with a lively atmosphere and a…read moremenu that blends classic flavors with a New York-style twist. The Mall of Paseos restaurant ibas a beautiful setting. The ambiance is inviting--perfect for a casual date night or dinner with friends--and the wine selection pairs nicely with the dishes. We started with appetizers that were flavorful and well-prepared, setting a strong tone for the evening. The pasta dishes are clearly the highlight here; options like truffle-infused macaroni and traditional plates bring comforting, rich flavors. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though timing can vary during busier hours. Overall, it's a dependable spot if you're craving Italian cuisine in Puerto Rico--great for a relaxed night out, even if not every dish reaches that "wow" factor. Pro tip: Stick to their signature pasta dishes and pair them with a good wine for the best experience.

We were early for our reservation, so we stopped first at the cigar lounge next door. Super…read morefriendly and accommodating. Dinner at the restaurant was excellent. Had the berry cocktail, loved. Fondue was delicious, mussels very good. Largest serving of ossobuco we had ever seen and probably the best we had ever had. The seafood risotto was also tasty. The truffle fries were solid. The gnocchi was probably the only miss, a bit gummy. The sauce was good though. Service was on point, always there and asking what else we needed. The space is not big, and as it was Friday it was a little tight. Next time we would try the terrace so that we could stretch out a little. Definitely recommend.

Our server was lovely (she made my son chocolate milk when they didn't have any) food was…read moredelicious, environment was lovely!

I have been eyeing this place for the last few days and we finally made it and wish we could have…read morecome sooner. The food is absolutely delicious, pizza, pasta, salad, all so good. The pizzas are perfect size, personal pizzas so I recommend to order a salad and share with someone so you can try more items on their menu. Also, service is amazing, waitress and bar tender are super friendly. Diet Coke products is a plus! Make reservations to enter the special room, soooo cute, I won't spoil the surprise

Super impressed by this spot! We were SO happy that we got to sit in the speakeasy for dinner,…read morebecause it was exactly the kind of vibe we were looking for! The food was all delicious, and reasonably priced at huge portion sizes, particularly the chicken parm! The pasta was homemade and the sauces were so good. The weakest things were the burrata and the meatballs. Everything arrived to the table quickly, especially the drinks! We would totally come back on a future trip and will be recommending to others visiting the island.

I was pleased with Trattoria il Buongustaio beyond expectations. Although their focus is Roman,…read morethey have excellent choices from other regions. I ordered the Rigatoni Amatriciana and it was perfect in flavor and cooking They do not make their own pasta as many Americanized Italian restaurants claim, but use the genuine De Cecco brand for all dishes. My research shows that it is a very recognized Italian brand. However, they do make their own gnocchi. I also ordered a glass of House Chianti Wine and they served complimentary focaccia bread with oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper. The server was extremely attentive and educational explaining why they avoid dishes with eggs because they cannot get the flavorful eggs from Italy in Puerto Rico. They are located at a somewhat unimpressive location that is very charming uncomfortable once you are inside. They do not have much parking space, but offer valet parking. Feel confident that this is one of the very few genuine Italian restaurants in the Metro area.

Service by Daniel was great, for appetizers we have the chorizos al vino, for main course we have…read morethe risotto with shrimp, scallops and saffron, and the Tortellini Buongustaio. We also had margaritas and single malt whisky. Everything was great. The atmosphere was nice. For sure I would come back!

Wow! Excelente comida!! 5 estrellas!! El lugar no invita mucho a entrar pero le di la oportunidad…read morey estoy 100% satisfecha El hamburger esta fuera de liga, homemade!! La salsa alfredo en la pasta tambien es hecha en la casa y estaba excelente!! Los visitare otra vez pues me dicen que el salmon y el churrasco tambien son buenos

Very disappointed with the food quality. I ordered the risotto and it was overly salty. I also…read moretried my children's pizza and it had an unpleasant taste. To make matters worse, the plates had a bad smell. Definitely not a place I would recommend.

5/5! Phenomenal Service and Food! After a quick search, we settled on Ombra for my friend's…read morebirthday dinner. We were all absolutely blown away by the ambiance, presentation, and quality of service/food. All of our pastas were DELICIOUS!!! My friends ordered drinks and desserts too, which they also loved! The burrata caprese was fresh and delightful. Highly recommend! Park in the parking garage around the corner for quick access to the restaurant.

This Italian restaurant had good reviews so we decided to be heck it out for dinner. It was so…read moregood. The restaurant had some nice dinner lighting and tables that allowed cozy conversations. Service was excellent. Our server walked us through the specials and the menu to help us decide what to order. Husband went with carbonara and I chose the penne pasta. They were excellent choices as we shared our meals with each other. I loved the pink sauce on mine. It was a bit lighter than just red or white sauces. Portions were generous but not obscene in the amount of food. We shared the mixed green salad which was a great way to start the meal. The salad was huge! Splitting was a smart choice. They don't have glasses of wine on the menu but do have house options available. I had the cab and it was delicious. Husband wanted a nonalcoholic option which they didn't show in the menu. Instead, they asked if he wanted sweet or sour, and if there were any flavors he particularly enjoyed, and they created a unique mocktail for him. So fun. This was a great stop. We are so happy we found Ombra.

We were celebrating our 46th wedding anniversary. Special night. Wrote it on the reservation. No…read moreacknowledgment of our celebration. You can definitely do better. We ordered a bottle of Fiano (a wine we really enjoy and was on the menu). They didn't have it. We settled for Chardonnay. It was good. We asked for bread. They didn't have any!!! (What? An Italian restaurant with no bread?) not a great start. Having said all that, the rest for our food was amazing! The arancini and the eggplant were exquisite. I ordered the steak (yeah I know) but it was amazing. The sauce, the potatoes. Just delicious. Our guests had the lasagna and my husband ordered the pizza. They were very satisfied with their meals. The ambiance is quaint. Old Italian. Clean. I would train servers to know what's available and what's not. Prevent from ordering and being disappointed. In addition, if you don't have bread and make pizza, you have bread. You can make it out of pizza dough in a pinch for those who ask. Italian red sauce without bread... it's a big miss. If your equipment is broken, buy the bread. I think they should have given us the dessert based on the misses. Nonetheless, the entrees were very good.

I am still stunned, this meal was stellar and so memorable. From top to bottom! The ambiance is so…read morecomforting. The bread was like a cloud with a perfect salting and slight crunch. The presentation of the dipping oil/vinegar was pretty, delicious and fun to play with. Now this pasta.... let me tell you... phenomenal!!! I ordered the ravioli d'anatra because I love duck and this blew me AWAY. The taste of the savory and salty of the duck melting into the tangy sweet of the pear and port wine reduction was something I could've never expected. Plus, the ravioli squares were browned hard and perfect and topped with a succulent dollop of truffle butter. The sweet port wine reduction elevated the savoriness of the pasta and really went well with the crunch at the end, which rounded out the bite. 20/10!! My cocktail was also delicious and perfectly balanced! Genuinely can't wait to come back here.

We chose this restaurant to have lunch during our second visit to old San Juan…read more This is a beautiful little restaurant. The moment we walked in we felt right at home, very quaint and welcoming. We had the polenta with sausage for appetizer, it's a must try, delicious!! I had gnocchi with 4 cheese sauce for my main dish and loved it. Everyone was very happy with their food. Definitely worth a visit when in old San Juan.

Beautiful, small Italian restaurant in Old San Juan. Gorgeously intimate interior with lovely…read morepaintings on the walls, it was a pleasure to (momentarily) look at, as we sat at the larger table in the back and away from the main seating area with the painted wall views. It was still pretty, but I wished they did a bit more for the table back there to match the rest of the gorgeous interior. And as the cashier/register is also there by the back table, we had a lot of waiters moving in and out of our space to complete chores/tasks for other tables, which occasionally took away from the ambiance and immersion of the restaurant as our table felt like a prime hub. Again, this was only an experience for this table in the back, but something to note. Regardless, my group ordered two appetizers, a bottle of wine, and six entrees to get a full spread and taste of this nicer Italian dining. The Italian Sausage and Polenta appetizer was phenomenal - deliciously buttery, smooth, and a springy texture I've never experienced before. The bruschetta platter was good for what it was, but not stand out. I ordered the carbonara, and was disappointed. It was incredibly salty while lacking any other savory, spiced flavor. The noodles were cooked perfectly, but the salty pork and then further salted sauce overpowered anything else. I tried to salvage it with chili flakes and a lot of black pepper, but nothing could give it the rich flavor I was looking forward to or expecting. The ribeye, though, was phenomenal. Excellently executed, rich, juicy, perfect. Worth the money if that's in your budget. The other dishes were all delicious as well, and you can't go wrong with ordering any of them. I wouldn't recommend the carbonara, but I have seen other reviews rating it highly, so maybe I just got a hiccup this time. The waiters were kind and attentive when we asked for them. They seemed quite busy a lot of times, and it took a few rounds of them rush-leaving/coming back after we ask for us to be able to order cocktails or appetizers. It was also a busy night, so completely understandable. But overall, a really nice experience, and a beautiful date spot.

Adorable place! Amazing waitstaff and delicious food! Large portions and great wine. Loved it.read more

Cucina di Ivo is one of those places that just feels like a hidden gem. The atmosphere is cozy and…read moreintimate, perfect for a nice dinner but still relaxed enough that it never feels too formal. The food is consistently really good. Everything tastes fresh and homemade, especially the pasta. You can tell they actually care about the quality and the flavors, not just throwing things together. The sauces are rich without being too heavy and everything is seasoned perfectly. The service has always been great when I've gone, super friendly and attentive without hovering. It's the kind of place you can go for a date night or just a good dinner and know it's going to be solid every time. Definitely one of those spots I keep coming back to when I want good Italian food.

Went here for a bachelorette party. When I tell you this is the most delicious and unique food I've…read moretried in a LONG time? I'm telling you the truth. The restaurant was gracious enough to accommodate a party of 20 an hour before closing and still went out of their way to make sure we had a great evening. The restaurant itself was very small, with only a couple of tables and a room for us. The black carbonara pasta stole the show for me! Seasoning perfect, not too chewy pasta and and very filling. All the flavors mingled well together, I enjoyed it all that until the last bite. The pound cake was warm and delicious too. Never would I have thought pound cake in Puerto Rico would shut me up! I just want to say that I am so happy I was able to experience this place and highly recommend it if you want somewhere fancier to go to during a night out.

Chianina was very accommodating for our large group and the food was SOO GOOOD! I had the ravioli…read moreof the day which was a shrimp and lobster ravioli with a lemon dill sauce and would absolutely order again. Everyone in the party enjoyed their food. Giovanni and Ramon took really great care of us and recommended some great dishes. 10/10 would recommend!