We have been here a bunch of times when we lived in Condado. Absolutely the best Mediterranean…read moreFood around. The hummas and Naan are a must and the chicken curry dish is delicious. Always very consistent.

I stopped in for dinner 2 nights ago and had a fantastic mealm I started with a bottle of water and…read morethe hummus. The hummus was so good especially with the fresh baked bread they serve with it. I then had the falafel plate which came with rice, cold potato salad and a carrot/cabbage salad. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great.

The worst attitude servers and hostess, and I don't know what are their issues are this place had…read morelike 3 tables being occupied (maybe my skin color). I had to keep trying to get my server's attention to order. I asked her is she has samosa here, she said she will find out, never came back. What seemed like an a life time, she popped up by the bar area when she did, I had to keep trying to get her attention, and she took the slowest catwalk walk to my table, like I was bothering her or something. I felt bad for giving this place 3 starts, because the food is really taste and fully of flavors!! But the severe and the hostess was indifferent and bothered by my presences.

I stumbles on thos place just driving around. ABSOLUTELY superb! Super cold beer awesome plate of…read morefood and top shelf service from the time I entered the restaurant. They have a new fan here!

Writing this as I'm actively eating my food. Their kabobs are SO good. I got the Koobideh with beef…read moreand lamb. But I'm sure everything else is just as good. And the service is great as well. And the vibe of the restaurant is nice. There's music but its not too loud where it overpowers conversations. I definitely recomment

This is a pretty new restaurant. It opened in October 2021. I'm a fan of Mediterranean and Middle…read moreEastern food so I've been meaning to try it. Limited parking spaces in front and no street parking. It seems like a chill spot to have a meal or just enjoy some tea. We started off with some baba Gus push and falafels. I love falafels and these didn't disappoint. Satisfaction in every bite. The baba ghanoush was also superb. I can only imagine the hummus must be off the chain too. The pita bread was warm and delicious. For main course I was between the sharearma plate or the kofta plate. I went with the beef kofta. It came with rice and salad. The sides were really good but the kofta was a bit dry. I thought it was well seasoned, though. Next time I'll try the shawarma. They also have shawarma sandwiches and falafel sandwiches. My wife got the lamb shush kebab plate and loved it. The meat was tender and juicy and well seasoned. The baklava was disappointing. Overall, the meal was very good. It did take a while to arrive and we were the only ones in the restaurant. In their defense, the food is fresh and prepared to order so that can take some time to make. Our server was friendly. I would recommend checking this place out and giving it a try.

Awesome food and service Will never regret, personally…read moretreated like at home. Owner prepared the best coffee Arabic type

Just moved to Isla Verde, and found this fabulous Middle Eastern restaurant just steps from our new…read morecondo home. Our group of five tried lots of different menu items, which we all totally enjoyed. Hummus and Falalel were our appetizers. We'll go back again to try their Babaganoush. Their Greek salad reminded us our visit to Greece a few years back, almost as good as those we enjoyed in Greece. Our entrees were lamb, chicken, beef and more. I had one of their combination platter, so I could try it all. And, we all enjoyed wine, beer, and their rum punch. Bonus, they were building a deck for outdoor dining, another reason to love this place. The owner was attentive, and we look forward to spending more time with our new neighbors at El Palacio Arabe.

The food was excellent, and the staff was very attentive. This is a small family-owned restaurant…read morewith authentic Turkish food and lovely decorations, including many beautiful lamps.

Sultan Abi has a special place in my heart…read more I can't recommend this place more than enough! The food is amazing, the staff is amazing and the chairs are soo comfy! I always order the same because is just so so so good that I don't want to change‍ The seasonings are just perfect, the Hummus is the best Hummus you will have in ANY restaurant. Lately I've been ordering To-Go because of the baby, but they have NEVER given me an incorrect order. The Shredded lamb is on the things that sells fast VERY quickly so I highly recommend ordering it. The plate I ordered is the Turkish Delight where you have the best of everything. You get the shredded lamb, chicken and flank steak with any complement you like! If you are in the area please do visit because it is literally Turkey in Puerto Rico!

An unexpected stop for lunch during a cruise stop in Old San Juan, PR, the Istanbul Restaurant was…read morea combination of Turkish dishes along with dishes native to Puerto Rico. My brother and I tried dishes from both menus, and found it to be quite good. As we were walking past, a small sign for 'Grandma's Kitchen' caught our eye. My brother had been encouraging me to try Puerto Rico's national dish: Mofongo - mashed fried plantains. Unfortunately, restaurants were just packed with long waits and I wasn't in the mood to wait outside in the sun for a long time. The door next to the sign stated that it was a restaurant called 'Istanbul'. We peaked inside, and was welcomed warmly by a host, who let us know that the restaurant was both Grandma's Kitchen/Istanbul. There was nobody else dining inside, which was weird considering how every other restaurant in the area was packed. The dishes are made to order, so took a bit of time for it to come out one at a time. Mixed Seafood Stuffed Mofongo ($25) - served in a wooden pilon, the tall and narrow neck was stuffed with the mashed plantains, topped with a seafood blend of clams, dense fish pieces, octopus, and squid. The sauce was really well done, not too rich, but buttery enough to accentuate the seafood. I have to believe the seafood was prepared from frozen, but it tasted really good: a definite notch up from the seafood I've been having on the cruise boats. It was the first time having mofongo, and I liked it. This version had fried plantain chips, mixed with the mash of more plantains. I don't think this version had pork skin rinds, and I didn't miss it. It's extremely dense, so ended up eating maybe a third of it while finishing the seafood. It's a solid alternative to rice, though definitely can't eat too much of it. Doner Kebab ($18) - from the Istanbul portion of the menu, this dish was tasty, though the meat was cooked on a flat top grill like a burger patty, instead of on a vertical rotisserie. The lamb/beef patty was loosely formed and well seasoned, with the accompanying tzatziki sauce being a good add-on. Both dishes were cooked very well, the back kitchen has some skills. Service was friendly throughout. Water is not offered, but guessing they will give to you if asked. Payment was provided after the meal, and they do stick on a mandatory 15% gratuity for all party sizes.

I love to use Yelp to find local spots when traveling; however I can't get on board with the high…read morereviews of this spot in old San Juan. The falafels were doughy and undercooked and the chicken kabobs very tough. Service was good, and we were the only ones in the restaurant. It's a little dark but clean.

Just ate at the new location in Condado (Condado Del Mar bldg)…read moreOrdered the LAMB GYRO. Came with choice of hummus or salad. I went with the hummus. Both were excellent. "Johnny" the owner was there today. Very friendly. Would definitely recommend 5/5

Shiraz PR is a food truck that serves Persian/Middle Eastern food. They are located at the Guaynabo…read moreFood Truck Park on PR-199 (Ave. Las Cumbres), cross street with Ave. San Ignacio. The Food Truck Park has a parking lot. I've been to the food truck park twice but was unable to try the food at this truck. Third time was a charm... and a surprise. I didn't expect it to be this good. I'm a fan. I came with wife and son for dinner yesterday. Our son had fallen asleep in the car and we forgot the stroller. She stayed with him while I got the food. When I arrived at the truck there was a short line. I skipped it to go to another truck (El Cherry) which had no line to get a sandwich and fries for our kid. When I returned the line had died quickly. I ordered the falafel rice combo. It came with 4 falafels, pita, choice of rice: arroz shariah, basmati Al curry, basmati con almendras; choice of salad: taboulwh or cranberry; choice of sauce; and baklava or jiñara for dessert. I went with basmati con almendras, tabouleh, tahini, and baklava. I added a fresh kiwi juice. It came to $18. There was enough for two people. My wife and I devoured it in the car. Everything was delicious. Every bite was packed with flavor. The kiwi juice was resfreshing. They also have strawberry, mango, and iced tea. They gave me a sample of each... all good. The service was friendly. I will definitely return for more, I ant to try the shawarmas bedtime; and I highly recommend this place. It is worth checking out. You can also find their other truck at the Caguas Food Truck Park.

Went for Sunday late lunch with the family. The restaurant was very accommodating when we called to…read moresay we would be late for our reservation. Our waitress was very attentive to our older guests and patient! The traditional humus is outstanding. And don't get me started on the lamb chops. WOW!!! What an amazing delightful meal!!! Next time I would pass on the eggplant humus, the regular humus was way too delicious. They only have baklava for dessert and my family loved it. It was fresh and tasteful. Don't miss out on their Turkish coffee. It was yummy!!! The restaurant is clean, ambiance is more like a traditional old world place. Don't miss out! And save space for the ribs. You'll want to have seconds.

Another hit spot on my trip to PR, my bf found this spot and it looked good. We tried to go on…read moreSaturday for the belly dancing, but we were too late since they closed at 9PM, which was surprising for a Saturday night, and had to go somewhere else. We came back on Sunday and were promptly greeted and seated right away. The staff was very friendly, and the inside was cozy with decor styled in Mediterranean. The drinks were delicious and refreshing. As for the food, we had the hummus, salad, and kebabs, all of which were very delicious. I wish we had more time to enjoy, but they were wrapping up for the night, and we didn't want to keep them. I recommend going early and not too late since they seem to stick to the closing time. Overall, I had a great time and would definitely go back for the belly dancing show. Mediterranean food in PR--who knew!

Avoid this place at all costs! If you want your food to look like the tempting photos on the menu,…read moreyou'll need to ask specifically, and be prepared to pay extra. The so-called fresh orange juice is a complete misrepresentation--it's pre-bought, not squeezed in-house, and tastes just like store-bought store-brand juice. Four of us ordered breakfast, and every single plate came out cold and dry, as if it had been sitting out from yesterday. The ambiance is barely welcoming, worsened by a waitress who seems to have an excuse for every problem with the food. Can a restaurant be sued for false advertising? They display a tempting photo on the menu, then tell customers, 'If you want your French toasts just like in the picture, you need to ask for it, and it will cost extra'--ridiculous! This might just be the worst dining experience in Old San Juan... Horrible place and experience....

Carthage Express in San Juan, PR was such a great find that we ended up coming back again!!! this…read moretime for breakfast. From the first visit, the food stood out as fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared, which immediately made it a place we wanted to revisit. When we returned for breakfast, it didn't disappoint. Everything was delicious, well made, and satisfying, making it the perfect start to the day. You can really tell they care about quality and consistency in their food. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive on both visits. The staff made us feel comfortable and appreciated, which added a lot to the overall experience. Carthage Express quickly became one of those spots we'd gladly return to again and recommend to anyone visiting or living in San Juan.