Our first time trying a tripleta…read more What can I say... we heard Tico's was good and boy were we happy with trying both the tripleta AND the fries at Tico Tripleta. We didn't realize the portions were sooo big. They are generous with the serving size. The food was delicious!!!

This sandwich blew my mind. It has climbed my mount rushmore of sandwiches. It's definitely top 5…read more It's very flavorful with every bite. I was full after eating one half but it was so good, i vacuumed the rest of it. Great service overall, it was right by the water. We sat down and it enjoyed it late into the night with some Mojitos we got from a bar close by. a vibe. Get one of these if you are in the area!

Delicious and reasonably priced Puerto Rican cuisine. We had been wanting to try the famous lechon…read more(roasted whole skewered pig) of Guavate but didn't get the chance to travel there. This little food truck was a great substitute located just a couple of miles East of Old San Juan. Three of us split a pound of lechon, a small chorizo rice, and 3 empanadas (chicken, shrimp, and beef.) Our total came out to be just under $25. This was more food than we could eat. The lechon was delicious -salty, flavorful, meaty, and just the right amound of tenderness. Their tangy hot sauce was a grrat accompaniment. The empanadas were hot and flakey and just plain amazing. The rice was good, but pretty average. They had many other delicious sounding items on their rotating menu that we didn't get to try. Keep in mind they don't serve lechon everyday if this is what you are after. We came on a Saturday and they did have it. They have a facebook page en espanol that seems to be updated pretty regularly. The truck is located between the Shell gas station and the Iglesia Evangélica Luterana San Pablo. Look for a black trailer with a couple of shaded tables right off the Shell. Many people biked here as it's right along the paved pedestrian/bike trail that follows the water. Come check it out! You won't be disappointed.

Love this place! Stayed at the caribe Hilton for a week and was so glad we found this place. 3 min…read moredrive from Caribe Hilton. This is not a fancy place but their tacos were amazing!! So amazing that we ate here 3days in a row. I couldn't get enough of their pork tacos. El lobo is located right next to shell gas station which is great because you can buy beer/alcohol and bring it 15 feet away to el lobo and have yourselves dinner with drinks if you are on a budget. Add that with some lights hung up above and some good music and your set! The owners of el lobo are very polite and explains in detail the ingredients of each food listed on their menu for the day. We are so glad we found this place! I recommended to the owner to add themselves on Yelp so that others can experience this hidden gem!

Very cute place, be prepared to sit outside but the breeze is nice from the bay. The food took a…read morewhile to come out but it was absolutely delicious. Will be trying to recreate it at home myself for a while! Raymond was amazing and so kind and offered a lot of knowledge about the area. Highly recommend!

Best bartender ever TK!!! loved the drinks and the people!! Everyone needs to come here and try it…read moreout!

Decent for being open late during the week. Server was very nice. Empanadas were good 8/10.read more

We live here now and during a weekend stay in Old San Juan we stopped here since everything looked…read moregreat and it said "homemade" all over the food cart. We love supporting local businesses! I purchased several snacks including a couple arepas with cheese... while waiting the 6min for the "homemade arepas" with cheese, this was tossed into their own trash can- by them! I can go to Pueblo or SuperMax and buy these myself - same brand- same box. If you're going to be lazy, at least be honest. And at $5 per arepa- what robbery. 2 stars because the other snacks were still good- even if they also came from a frozen box we didn't get to see. Unfortunately, we won't be stopping at this food cart again. What a bummer. Seeing this frozen food box really ruined a good thing.

Came straight from the airport to try this place whose claim to fame is their Piña colada, but…read moreended up in love with the Churrasco. Our server was kind and helpful. Unfortunately we couldn't get mojitos because they were out of mint...the Pina colada made up for it though! Creamy and full of rum. Red snapper was a little dry but the limes made up for it. Churrasco was melting in my mouth with every bite. I recommend coming here early maybe for lunch! Dinner is a vibe though! Perfect for pregaming.

Why we chose Barrachina? They offered bag storage which we desperately needed so we could hang out…read morein the beautiful city of old San Juan. Izeya was our server, and looked absolutely uninterested in his job. Was quick to take our order and food arrived within 15 mins of ordering. Chicken Mofongo ($18), Shrimp Mofongo, and Pork Mofongo was what was ordered by the group. Food was ok, but the Pork Mofongo was the worst dish on the table. Pork chunks were dry, extremely chewy and had no seasoning whatsoever. The bar area also smelt of fermented/decaying fruits - that extremely unwelcoming and unpleasant smell. No beers on tap either. Overall, pretty disappointing experience. No wonder they have to incentivize you with bag storage, because no ones coming here for the food!

What a gem! We were looking for a place/area with locals and happened to stumble upon this food…read moretruck park. We were able to order beer, great BBQ chicken and a pita bowl. This place has music and even a restroom. Really enjoyed hanging out here with the locals.

I was in Puerto Rico for vacation and had a great time on the island overall, and this spot was…read moreclutch. It was close to where I was staying, and I rolled up late at night when a lot of the area had already shut down. There aren't a ton of options nearby once it gets late, so finding this place open and buzzing was a genuine relief. It's an outdoor food truck park with a bunch of trucks to choose from and a laid-back, communal vibe, which is exactly the energy you want on a warm island night. The food was good and the service was nice. Nothing to overthink here. If you're staying in the Miramar area and need a solid, casual bite, especially later in the evening, this is an easy call.

This was my first and best meal in Puerto Rico. I got chicken birria tacos, came with two and they…read morewere so big. I was only able to finish one. I also got fries and they had special choco flan tiramisu that day. That was bomb. Fries were ordinary. This was a food truck right next to my hostel so convenient to not having to walk far for food when I arrived late at night.

Misfit Kitchen is a 5 star restaurant for sure! I stopped by because I wanted tacos and Misfit…read moreKitchen did not disappoint. I got two tacos one beef one chicken. The tacos aren't made to be eaten with your hands they are mane to be eaten with a fork and knife and shoveled into your mouth at an alarming rate ( cause thats what I did) these tacos were so flavorful I couldn't understand it. They were birria style with pickled onions, cilantro, tomatoes and red onions. The chefs are friendly and willing to describe menu items and make suggestions. If you are ever in San Juan check out Misfit Kitchen!

A True Taste of Tradition: El Jibarito Delivers on Every Front…read more​If you are looking for an dining experience that feels like a warm embrace from family, El Jibarito is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you step through the doors, you are wrapped in a vibrant, welcoming ambiance that perfectly balances lively energy with cozy, authentic charm. ​But the true star of the show is the food. Every single dish bursts with rich, ancestral flavors, serving up exceptional quality that respects deep-rooted family traditions.The absolute standout is their Bistec Encebollado (beef steak with onions). The steak is perfectly tender, marinated to perfection, and smothered in a mountain of sweet, caramelized onions. Paired with a side of fluffy white rice, savory beans, and perfectly caramelized sweet plantains (maduros), it is pure culinary comfort. You can quite literally taste the love and history in every bite--it doesn't just feel like you're eating at a restaurant; it feels like you've been invited into a family's home kitchen where recipes have been perfected over generations. ​The Verdict: Incredible food, an unforgettable atmosphere, and a beautiful dedication to heritage. El Jibarito is a masterclass in tradition done right. Don't pass this one up!

El Jibarito is absolutely worth the visit if you're looking for authentic Puerto Rican food. We had…read morethe lechón con salsa de plátano, and it was absolutely delicious--full of flavor and cooked perfectly! We were a large group, so there was about a 30-minute wait for a table, but that's part of the fonda-style experience. Tables turn over as people finish their meals, and while you're waiting, you can relax with an ice-cold Medalla, which makes the time go by quickly. A special thank you to the staff for the excellent service and warm hospitality. The food, the atmosphere, and the friendly staff made this one of our favorite dining experiences in Old San Juan. We will definitely be back!

Grandma's Kitchen, in English, also known as El Sazón de Abuela, is located within the Old San Juan…read moreFood Court, but it's not visible from the street. To find it you have go into the food court, walk pass the front bar, walk down a long dark poorly lighted disgustingly dreary hallway passed the pool tables and there you'll see it at the end. If you get the feeling you're in an old abandoned Pennsylvania coal mine, the reality of it wouldn't be far from the truth. It's a counter service only operation. There are no menus, just a menu board of limited offerings. There is also no table service, not even any air conditioning or climate control which probably accounts for place having an uncomfortable musty smell about it. I ended up having some marinated chicken, rice and beans. It was OK, but for culinary quality about the same as you'd get from workmen's food truck at a construction site. , also known as Grandma's Kitchen is located within the Old San Juan Food Court, but it's not visible from the street. To find it you have go into the food court, walk pass the front bar, walk down a long dark poorly lighted disgustingly dreary hallway passed the pool tables and there you'll see it at the end. If you get the feeling you're in an old abandoned Pennsylvania coal mine, the reality of it wouldn't be far from the truth. It's a counter service only operation. There are no menus, just a menu board of limited offerings. There is also no table service, not even any air conditioning or climate control which probably accounts for place having an uncomfortable musty smell about it. I ended up having some marinated chicken, rice and beans. It was OK, but for culinary quality about the same as you'd get from workmen's food truck at a construction site.

Inside a building with a food court sign. Amazing food, Dominican, lady has been cooking here for…read more15yrs. One of few places you can get great food in 5 minutes in PR--not on island time! Large plates of food for only 8.50.

So, Marlin Tubeau on Wheels wasn't as good as I expected it to be. I definitely felt the fish was a…read morelittle bit tough and I thought overall the ceviche needed a little bit more balance, it was extremely acidic and the tostones weren't enough to balance that out. I think some sort of mayonnaise-based sauce or avocado would do really well here. The service was really friendly and prompt and the lady who served our food was very nice. This is a food cart that sits near the beach and there really aren't that many restaurants near it from what I can tell. you can sit and eat at covered benches and they have probably seating for about 10 people there. The menu Isn't super big. It's mainly fish. You can get ceviche and you can get fish fritters and you can get Tacos & fried fish. Based on my experience I think I would probably go back and get the fried fish tacos next time. This place was okay but I think it definitely doesn't deserve the level of rating that it has right now.

this was insanely good. ceviche was so fresh and had a delicious lime flavor, the coconut arepas…read morewere also great. loved it