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!

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.

We made a couple of friends at the bar next door and they suggested that we head over here for the…read morebest drinks. We headed over and found that they had a similar drink menu. I think these two locations are connected. But the bartender over here Claudia was the best. She fixed me multiple drinks that I had next-door and hers were definitely better. This bar, the music is a little bit more tamer and it's great for sitting around for conversation. It's beautifully Decorated. Definitely a great time when you're walking around old San Juan to stop by this location and stop in for a drink. Tell Claudia I said hi!

Excelente servicio. La comida cubana estaba riquisima. Gran variedad de cocteles. Todos estaban…read moresuper buenos. Recomendado.

If you're looking for the perfect dive bar experience in Old San Juan, this place absolutely nails…read moreit. From the moment you walk in, you feel the vibe. It's small, loud, a little gritty, and completely inviting--exactly what a true dive bar should be. The walls are covered in graffiti and stickers from years of visitors leaving their mark, and honestly, that's part of the magic. You can't help but look around and smile at all the personality packed into such a cozy space. One of my favorite details? Look over to the right corner of the bar and you'll spot what looks like a vintage cash register straight out of the 1800s. Then right in the middle of the bar you've got the modern point-of-sale devices. The contrast is hilarious and perfect--old-school charm meeting modern bar life. There's a pool table, plenty of seating for such an intimate spot, and yes, a restroom inside (always appreciated in Old San Juan!). But what really makes this place stand out is the service--the staff is fantastic, welcoming, and they pour seriously strong drinks that are also refreshingly affordable. This is the kind of place where you come for one drink in the afternoon and suddenly the whole evening disappears in great conversation and good vibes. If you're wandering the streets of Old San Juan and want authentic dive bar energy, great drinks, and a place full of character, this is absolutely a must-stop. Highly recommend.

ambiance is pretty cool, good music and vibes but pretty busy towards the nighttime and only one…read morebartender so hard to get their attention. but the drinks were sooo good! would def visit again if in PR!

This quaint, speakeasy is located inside CasaBlanca Hotel with a cozy vibe. It's located upstairs…read moreright after the first set of elevators past the lobby. There's a small bar and a couple tables that is very comfortable. If you're looking for something private, this is great since it's not very busy.

Nestled inside the Casablanca Hotel in OSJ this little obscure bar is cozy. As they are listed as a…read morespeakeasy they are not highly advertised and you will have to ask at the front desk how to access it. There are only a few (5-6) tables and perhaps 6 seats at the bar. They do have a full bar so beer and wine are available and note that the drinks do have tourist prices. It can be a romantic spot to share a few cocktails. Take note that hours can vary as they are struggling with having enough staff.

As someone from Puerto Rico, we will absolutely come back to this bar! Absolutely the best service…read morewe received in San Juan. Wonderful playlists and the most personable bartenders. (Andrew, Misael & Javier) perfecto!

After making the walk from Castillo San Cristobal to Castillo San Felipe del Morro, my husband and…read moreI were in need of a cold drink and a shady place to cool off. We happened upon this semi-open air, breezy locale on the Calle de San Sebastian and took a seat at the bar. A couple $5 Coronas later, we settled in and got a moments relaxation under the ceiling fans. We had a long and pleasant conversation with the bartender. As the only patrons at that particular hour, the bartender was intent on sending us to all his favorite spots in town. Best local cuisine, best cigar bar, best views of the ocean. We also got a bit of a history lesson about Puerto Rico as well. Cold beer, quick service, friendly staff. Would visit again.

Excelente experiencia! Gracias por hacer de nuestro brindis…read moreun momento inolvidable. Todo exquisito, recomendado si visitas Puerto Rico 100%

Antiguo 26 is the highest rated cocktail lounge in old town. We decided to give them a try based on…read morethe rating. A classic speakeasy vibe with a Puerto Rican style. Each cocktail handcrafted and made, especially for you. You could tell the bartenders took a lot of pride in their work. The food list is short and more of a tapas for something to enjoy while you're drinking... The "Masa" was unbelievable, we had ours with chicken and would pay for a plate to have an entrée. Although we're committed to trying different restaurants and bars, each of the nights were here I'm tempted to go back just to have this dish. Disclosure - remember you're on vacation and no one should be in a hurry and they're not.

A super fun must try while you're visiting Old San Juan. We happened across this location while…read morelooking for a great place to hang out that had a rooftop view. This establishment has multiple floors and is a little bit deceiving from the outside. While you can hang out in the bar on the first floor and have a great time playing one of the provided games, you can also head up to the second or third floors for varying scenery. On the second floor it's a very lounge vibe with some great cushion to seating and eclectic art. On the third floor is picnic style tables on the rooftop, and limited view. Our bartender was excellent, and you'll need to go back downstairs if you're not on the first floor, to order more drinks. It's a drinks only spot so come thirsty! Overall: A+ Great vibes, great service, fun drinks!

Really cool bar. Make sure to visit the top level and the rooftop. The bartender on the first level…read moretold us all about the establishment and Scryer's unique ways. She was lovely. In terms of the rum itself... Great stuff. Went out of our way to a convenience store a few blocks away just so we could get a bottle of Scryer to bring home. And I'm not even much of a drinker!

Killer pizza in an old school Puerto Rican spot. Kids loved…read morethe pizza. Wife smashed a sangria. I enjoyed a couple local beers.

It was well worth the wait!!!…read more My son wanted pizza and my wife and I wanted to walk around Old San Juan. This was the most popular pizza spot with the highest reviews. A brief aside: If you're driving here, expect a mess. Coming from SoCal, we make forays into DTLA and deal with similar stresses -- one way streets everywhere, dense traffic, extremely limited parking, pedestrians everywhere (many intoxicated and stumbling into traffic), potholes/construction, police closing lanes without reason, and stray cats running through the streets. Ubering here may be worthwhile! We had a 45 min wait, likely exacerbated by Spring break in PR. We used our free time to walk Calle de la Fortaleza -- very beautiful. They called my cell phone when the table was ready (don't forget to turn off your Spam blocker!). The interior is very unique and the place was buzzing. Service was slow, even by PR standards, and our waitress was the worst in the restaurant. She said little, brought us bottled water when we asked for tap, and never came back to check on us. We flagged other waiters for other incidentals like napkins and for our bill. The garlic knots and pizza were great. The pepperoni pizza was 10/10, with a fluffy crust but crispy otherwise. The Margherita pizza was average -- the tomato was sliced too thick and undercooked and the dough was soggy. In spite of some hiccups, the place was really good and I'd like to give them the benefit of the doubt that a second trip would be better -- other tables had good service and the other waiters were very helpful. I'm still not sure if we were give bottled water because we were gringo tourists and they figured they'd up charge us or if it was an honest mistake.

The service was fabulous, our waiter was quick & kind. The ambiance is great, not too loud or quiet…read morebut comfortable atmosphere and the decor is pretty. The calamari was exceptional- potentially the best I have ever had. The potatoes weren't personally a favorite of mine (they have peppers and onions mixed in). Food was quite rich/savoury

I walk into a cool looking cocktail bar, to get a drink while waiting, in need of a meal....waiting…read morefor the place at the corner...and find a great restaurant in the back...winner, winner (not) chicken dinner. Had the calamari, shrimp, and burrata app. Highly recommend the burrata. The sauce on the shrimp is delicious...the texture of the calamari was nice, but wished I asked for a marinara sauce, instead of the cilantro, which came off a bit like mayo. Had the octopus main and a chorizo pizza. Loved the chorizo on the pizza, and the tamponade on the octopus. Had the passion fruit creme brûlée...my daughter ordered it...those who follow me know I rarely order dessert...I drink more, have fresh fruit or cheese. It was the perfect texture, taste and that includes the passion fruit. Ambiance is cool...bathroom is ok. Service was lovely and the staff seemed to genuinely like the owners.