Great spot overlooking the reef providing the vibe we were looking for on a warm afternoon…read more The owner or manager was visible, and checking in patrons regularly.

This review is only for drinks and appetizers…read more I have been to Piñones many times and I just want to say if you are visiting Puerto Rico, it's a great place to have local food and enjoy some breathtaking views. The Reef Bar or should I say, The New Reef has the kind of vibe you dream of when visiting Puerto Rico. Not only do they serve traditional Puerto Rican Cuisine, but the restaurant has Outdoor seating with incredible Ocean views. Unfortunately, the view also includes the trash below. I think the restaurant would really benefit from having it cleaned. We only stopped by for appetizers, but wow what a treat. My husband and I shared an Octopus Salad and Arepas. I also had a Piña Colada and it was absolutely delicious. The prices here are also very reasonable and the service was great. This would have been a 5 star review, if it wasn't for the trash.

Sama was so good that we went twice during our Puerto Rico trip and honestly, I would've gone back…read morea third time if we had more time. This is a smaller, more intimate restaurant, so definitely make reservations ahead of time because seating is limited. But from the second you walk in to the moment you leave, the service is absolutely incredible. The staff makes the entire experience feel so warm and welcoming that you genuinely don't want the night to end. Huge shoutout to the chef because every single dish was executed flawlessly. You can tell that every detail on each plate was intentional and thoughtfully done. The standout dishes for me were the elote ribs, which were unreal, the grilled octopus cooked perfectly tender, and the ceviche con leche de tigre, which was bright, fresh, and packed with flavor. But the real star of the night was the whole branzino absolutely phenomenal. And for dessert? Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of the options. We ordered one of each for the table and genuinely could not pick a favorite because every single one was that good. Hands down one of the best dining experiences we had in Puerto Rico.

Hands down, our favorite restaurant in Puerto Rico (so far). Incredible views of the ocean and…read moresmall town, the most delicious food, and great service. And most important of all, the four-legged Front of the House Manager aka Rufus, was a delight! The Branzino and Picanha were to DIE FOR!! Restaurants barely serve picanha, so this was a wonderful treat and the steak was so well cooked and had the perfect crust. The branzino was cooked perfectly. This is a meal my boyfriend and I walked away from saying that we'd remember for the rest of our lives. We don't plan to stay in Luquillo again, but we will definitely take the drive over to have another meal at Sama when we visit the island in the future. Thank you Sama!!

While on family vacation in December of 2024, my family and I decided to visit the beach along the…read moreSan Juan northern coastline. While we didn't go into the ocean itself, we were able to enjoy a scenic view and some great food & drinks from La Terraza Bar & Restaurant. La Terraza is a bar & restaurant that is along the roadside of the coastline that is just east of the populated San Juan city area. Because we arrived early afternoon, parking was very difficult and only got worse as the evening set in. I'm guessing the best time to visit these popular areas is earlier and in the morning, before the crowds. We were fortunate that we drove slowly along the roadside and looked for people walking to their vehicles to leave and we ended up grabbing a spot directly in front of this establishment. La Terraza also had staff roadside that asked if we were going to dine-in and then guided us into a space. At the time, the staff at La Terraza was very friendly, helpful and seated us at a high-table along the road with a sweeping view of the beach. Along with these high-tables, customers can also enjoy their open-aired interior seating with table-service. Tables are good for seating groups of 4. There was also, what appeared to be some construction going on to repair some interior damage, but their restroom was simple & clean, with running water and paper towels. Their bar area was small and only made for ordering, not seating. We were able to get rum shots for $4 a piece and mixed drinks for $8 a plastic cup. Service was friendly & attentive and we were able to order some traditional local snacks including: bacalaito, beef alcapurria, various empanadas (fried pâtés) stuffed with saltfish (bacalao), chicken or beef and these accompanied our drinks perfectly. Even with all of drinks, 4 shots, 2 drinks and snacks, the bill total was under $55. We were then able to pay and leave our vehicle parked in front and walk down to the shoreline across the street. This was really nice! If you walk down the stairs just west of La Terraza Inc, you'll be in the sand and the ocean. Overall, it was a great experience that made the rest of our beach day easy and I recommend. On a side note, when we returned later that evening to order more $4 shots, turns out we must have drank at Happy Hour times earlier, because the shots were now $7-8 a piece. TIP: Make sure to confirm prices BEFORE ordering if drinking on a budget.

Was brought to this restaurant as one of the stops included in a tour I had booked on a trip to San…read moreJuan. The group I was with was given an appetizer platter to share. I didn't get to try everything but all of what I did try was good. For my entree, I ordered the fried chicken with rice and beans. Interestingly enough, I was surprised that the chicken reminded me of the way it is typically cooked in the south (Louisiana) except it wasn't as seasoned but not in a bad way, it was still flavorful. Overall, I enjoyed my meal. Everything was fresh and tasty. I ordered a piña colada to drink , without expecting much and it turned out to be one of the best piña coladas I had in Puerto Rico. I will remember La Terraza the next time I visit the island because this is one place for sure where I know I will have good food and drinks.

Grear ambiance, vibes, drinks, and service. Love it!…read moreRecommended for locals and tourists.

I first discovered La Grieta approximately two years ago during a brief stop in Old San Juan. The…read moreatmosphere and warmth of our initial experience was so great that I made it a deliberate mission to find it again when visiting recently. We were thrilled when we finally walked through the door again after wracking our brains to remember our favorite spot in Old Town. Upon entering, we were greeted by a young woman who, mentioned it was her very first day as an assistant to the bartender. Despite being brand new, she was warm, engaged, and genuinely welcoming, excited for us that we had made it back after several years, and impressed with our efforts. Shortly thereafter the bartender on duty approached us mid-conversation, visibly irritated. When I mentioned that we hadn't yet decided on drinks but were being well taken care of in the meantime, she interrupted sharply to bark at us that she was the bartender and the ONLY one who could help us. The tone was unwelcoming enough that after a moment, my companion and I determined that we would prefer to move on and left without ordering. The atmosphere is truly special, and it deserves to be matched by the experience guests receive at the bar. Our experience was simply not the vibe that night, and I truly was disappointed FOR the new hire who was doing what she should in engaging us until we could be served. I sincerely hope to return on a future visit to San Juan and to rediscover the experience that first brought me back to La Grieta.

The food was delicious. The staff was 100% amazing. They just made the entire experience perfect…read more My cousin and I sat at the bar and talked to the bartender and the server. It looked like they were having fun at work and they made our experience very enjoyable and entertaining. I learned that the bartender sings opera so definitely ask him about that lol! An absolute must visit next time in Puerto Rico! Decorations, lights, music - perfection.

Awesome spot; so glad we wondered in. Low key, great views, fantastic service and the food (tapas)…read moreand dranks were awesome! Must do spot for a low key and relaxing snack and drink while in the heart of San Juan.

What a hidden gem!!! We passed right by it the first time…read moreand didn't even notice this was here. Super cute and they have an inside and outside bar too. The drinks were crafted beautifully and the bartenders were super friendly and gave us great local suggestions as well. Highly recommend stopping by for a few drinks here.

Popped into this place to check out the music. The hotel staff recommended it. The ambience was…read morespot on there were two different rooms, actually three. Each of them have different music. One room, the main area had salsa, dancing, and music and eventually at 9:30 PM a live salsa band came on. That was a whole lot of fun however it was very crowded. The second room had a nice house music going on. There was a bar and a DJ and it was not as busy as the main area was. And the third room was the bar that leads to the outside called La Cubanita, which was playing mellow lounge music with a tropical beat. The food at La Factoria was definitely overrated and just OK. I did not think it was worth the price and I probably would not eat there again. None of us really liked what we ordered, but we ate it because well... We were hungry. They do offer a wide range of beverages from your standard beer, wine, and top shelf brands, however, they are known for their own concoctions. All of the drinks we ordered were delicious. Overall, we had fun, and it was not too pricey for the beverages. I don't think that I would ever go again, especially not later in the week as it is so busy, and we went on a Monday and we were dancing cheek to cheek!!! Enjoy!

A wonderfully relaxing restaurant, sitting all by itself right on the water. Enjoy the wonderful…read moreview, cool breeze and the boats floating to the dock. You can sit there for hours. Food and service were okay, but the atmosphere is what will bring you back.

This place is a total gem. Food was so good, and cheap as well. Loved the pork and fish tacos. Beer…read morewas like $2.75 each, and bar tender was great. The lake side dock was such a vibe to eat at. Will def go back.

Amazing views with great service. Food and drinks are great as well. Highly recommendedread more

This is a beautiful rooftop bar with both an indoor and outdoor area. Unfortunately, it was…read moreinsanely too hot to go outside and relax by the pool in the early afternoon hours. However, it was nice that the indoor area was well attended and served beautiful drinks to enjoy. All in all, I wish that there was some sort of covering outside so that you could enjoy the view and the lagoon while sipping on a drink. But perhaps that's inevitable given the glaring sun. All in all, beautiful hotel and decor. I'd definitely be back.

Part of the Royal Sonesta Hotel. When they shuttered Ocean Breeze, on the beach, they opened here…read moreshortly thereafter. Relaxing, sit at tables on a boardwalk covered by an umbrella, enjoy delicious drinks with friendly service and terrific views. What could be bad.

Estuvimos el sábado en este lugar y la pasamos muy bien Comida, servicio al cliente y la música de…read moreshow! Marisol es la mejor! No habla mucho español pero su servicio es extremadamente fuera de este mundo. Recomiendo los Martes, Jueves q está la pareja trabajan muy bien haciendo MOJITOS!

muchas sorpresas buenas en este negocio! Cambiaron de gerencia? Excelente servicio Moreno es un…read moreexquisito con los mojito! Su esposa no habla mucho nuestro lenguaje nativo pero tiene un servicio al cliente extremadamente tienes q venir en el fin de semana es un buen ambiente frente la playa de Piñones