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.

Dive bar across from our hotel was a fun stop later at night…read more Highlights: - Atmosphere: small place with dollar bills hanging down from lights (not even just the ceiling) - Crowd: a party with everyone having a good time and - Carajillo was good - Fun music Lowlights: - Hard to get a hold of the bartenders to pay the bill

Vibe was great and the bones of the auto shop can be seen in some very interesting ways. Each…read morecocktail was delicious and the bartenders were great. Ended up playing chess with the owner over a couple of cocktails - he won, but I'll be back!

Mechanic shop turned speakeasy! Cool bar right off the main highway with a cool story. Umberto and…read morehis brother is transforming their grandfathers auto mechanic shop into a trendy speakeasy bar. Great selection at the bar and some incredible craft cocktails to choose from. If you're in the area swing by and enjoy some drinks and even smoke a cigar. @Smilton3rd

This a dive bar off the beaten path in downtown Rincon. Most tourists never see it as it is off of…read morethe main road PR-115. It is open mostly during the day and often closes early. If you are looking for a cold can of beer or a game of billiards, this is a nice little spot. It is primarily a one woman show, and she makes a pretty good sandwich or burger if you get a little hungry.

ample parking and cozy place !!! good prices clean bathrooms and excellent customer service and…read moreexquisite food 100% recommended

During the tourist season this can be a really happening place. Right now it is graveyard dead…read more There is beer, billiards, and the occasional friendly game of cards. I would give it 4 stars if this were March and the place was full. There is a nice little eatery next door if you get hungry, and they have a mini ATM. Sometimes they even have live music on the weekend. If you are visiting Rincon during the season it is worth checking out.

Airplane level ceiling fans, pool tables, a horse race betting and slot machine room, beer and shot…read morefor $3.50 (Medalla and JW Black Label) and a steady stream of local folk, retiree folk, business folk, government folk, tourist folk, and yelping folk... don't be intimidated, it's a friendly and very low key place... one of my after work watering holes...

This was a cool spot - very hipster vibe with a nice outdoor seating area. Drinks had generous…read morepours and were cheap. There's also a cool gallery off of it.

Hands down my favorite place for a beer. Endless array of performances, art installations, and…read moreevents. There's a backyard, there's a side yard, there's console games, DJs, a jukebox, vintage TVs, what more could you want?? This is the place to be for an awesome late night.

This is my favorite spot for great drinks and superb empanadillas. Every time I come to the west…read moreside of Puerto Rico I make sure to stop here. They have empanadillas that are more traditional as well as some more unique features. I love the Pollo Bacon, Pernil and chorizo y queso. Treat yourself and stop here for some great food and cold beers.

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Cute little bar with lots of food available. "Best mojitos on the island" on the sign! Service is…read morefine.

Good spot for happy hour or to meet up before you head down to Old San Juan night life! Wish they…read morehad more TVs to watch sports!

We stopped here after exploring La Cueva del Indio and it ended up being the perfect place to relax…read moreand grab a meal. Sitting outside facing the Atlantic Ocean with the cool ocean breeze was such a beautiful and peaceful experience. The views alone made the stop worthwhile, but I was pleased with the entire experience. The service was great from start to finish. For appetizers, I ordered the Chicharrones de Pollo, which were flavorful and crispy. I also tried one of the mozzarella sticks, but it didn't have that satisfying cheese pull I was hoping for. My man ordered the shrimp mofongo and really enjoyed it, while my brother-in-law was very happy with his snapper fish. For my entree, I chose the Mofongo Relleno de Pollo, a mashed plantain mofongo topped with chicken, and it was delicious. The portion was decent and packed with flavor. For dessert I tried the guava flan. While the flavor was nice, the texture was a bit too tough for my liking. Overall, the food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the oceanfront views were absolutely amazing. If you're passing by the area, Playa Brava is definitely worth stopping by for a meal and a chance to enjoy the scenery.

Playa Brava has some delicious food! We got a table right outside near the beach and it had a…read morereally nice view. The day was beautiful and it was perfect. I ordered the seafood mofongo and the ceviche. The ceviche was its own meal. It was alot. No complaints from me. It was fresh delicious and i can almost taste it writing this review. service was great. The tostones the ceviche came with were crispy hot and garlicky! The seafood mofongo was super good. All fresh seafood in a garlic sauce that complimented the mofongo lovely. I tried some chicharron de pollo as well. Crispy hot and savory. Yes I would love to come back here and try more food and recommend anyone in the area to do the same!