Lala

Great restaurant, and they have a great ands flavored skirt steak. The truffle fries and asparagus…read morewere great appetizers as well. The menu had many tasty options that I have to get come back to try. So far food in San Juan has been a hit. Im giving it 4 stars because the server had to keep bringing back my food because of mistakes being made and at first my stare was rare when I asked for a medium.

We visited Rare for an anniversary dinner based on a friend's recommendation. It's a beautiful…read morerestaurant space. With our reservation, we were seated quickly. For our meal, we had filet mignon and the truffle mac n cheese with shrimp. Everything was delicious; the steak literally melted in our mouths. Highly recommend!

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El Nuevo Acuario

4.9(676 reviews)

6.7 km

wow wow wow the red…read moresnapper was delicious! I had the lobster which was delicious and the beans and rice was so good! The service was quick and we sat on the inside. I would definitely be back again. We had a party of 10 and people were served very quickly.

El Nuevo Acuario is one of the best places for Puerto Rican food on the island. I recently visited…read morewith friends for dinner and started with an appetizer of Pastelillos with Ground Beef. These are essentially empanadas with a lightly crisp doughy shell filled with a creamy mixture of flavorful seasoned ground beef. For my entrée I had the El Chillo with Mofongo. This whole red snapper was meaty, tender and filling with a nice garlicy flavor. The side of Mofongo was perfect: soft, savory, with a nice garlickiness and a slight crunch from the small mixed in chicharron pieces. Overall, El Nuevo Acuario is a must visit.

Interior

Whole fish

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Tequila Sunrise

Santaella

4.3(699 reviews)

6.4 km

Great food and the service was fast. The place had a great vibe and the employees were nice.read more

WOULD recommend (dinner). Stopped by during first night in Puerto Rico, we had a reservation around…read more9pm so we were able to see the festivities associated with La Placita. I suggest doing reservations at least 3 weeks in advanced if you want to time that you want especially during peak days like Fri, Sat, etc. When we came in, the staff were very hospitable to us. This establishment has was very intimate, well lit; upon entry the music was a bit loud but then became manageable for casual conversation. We saw a good amount of large parties as well so they have good reputation for celebratory outings. We started off with drinks, ordered the Paper Plane, was very sour but wasn't bad in my opinion (Rating: 7.1/10), but the Perfect Lady on the other hand, was amazing lavender goodness, I don't think I have had a bad lavender drink yet from any place I have had so glad they kept the train going (Rating: 9.0/10). Next, for appetizers we ordered the Empanadas, that have different flavors everyday. The day that we came, the flavor was BBQ pulled pork, which I personally absolutely loved. Crispy, not hard exterior, hot and fresh (Rating 8.8/10). For the entrees, we ordered the Tacos De Mero Empanados (Fish Tacos with Chipotle Coleslaw) and the Milanesa De Pollo. The fish tacos were definitely the best dish at the table, came with 3 tacos that had rich flavors, ordered from the "Daily Specials" section of the menu (Rating 8.4/10). Next, the Milanesa De Polla was a large, breaded chicken breast that was honestly good for multiple people, came with side of arugula and cherry tomatoes with light dressing (almost nonexistent to be honest). It came with a sauce on top, like an aioli that wasn't bad honestly. This dish was a good safe option if you aren't sure what to get (Rating 8.1/10). I wanted to originally order the Pastelon De Amarillos but they were out of stock of that dish during the visit. Overall, Santaella offers pretty extensive menu with foundations of a high quality restaurant. Their service during our visit was definitely top of the line, no complaints. I just wished they had more than 2 single use bathrooms as the line definitely added up which could pose an issue for guests with urinary urgency/frequency. Pricing also wasn't horrible, was able to get a full course dinner for 2 for under $150 so can't really complain, just check their menu before going if you want specifics. They also have Rooftop Sundays at Azotea for those who are interested in their alternative dining setting. This place was good nonetheless and I would recommend it, is right in between fine dining and casual making it good for those dressier date nights.

Dinning room area

Pulpo Parrilla

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Tomatoes with Parmesan Cheese Ice Cream

LasDos Fridas

4.5(25 reviews)

5.4 km

Yesterday we celebrated my husband's birthday along with our dear girlfriend's birthday, and what a…read morememorable evening it was! From the moment we sat down, our waiter, Christopher, made us feel truly special. We lingered over our cocktails and a fabulous appetizers, enjoying every minute of the celebration. The Ribeye steaks were cooked to absolute perfection, and my Spaghetti Carbonara was simply outstanding--rich, creamy, and delicious. To top off an incredible meal, the Crème Brûlée was the perfect sweet ending and truly the icing on the cake. Thank you, Christopher, for your exceptional service and for making our celebration one we'll always remember. We can't wait to come back!

We came here for my birthday dinner and wow... this is not just a steakhouse, it's an entire…read moreexperience. From the decor to the music to even the names of the drinks, everything is thoughtfully curated and creates such a unique, immersive vibe. As a big Frida fan, my heart was so happy to see how she's being honored in every corner of the restaurant. It really adds a special, artistic touch that makes the experience even more memorable. Yes, it's on the pricier side, but it's absolutely worth every penny for the atmosphere and quality. We had the salmon and octopus, and both were delicious and beautifully presented. The drinks were just as impressive, creative, well-made, and added to the overall experience. If you're looking for more than just a meal and want something memorable, this is definitely the place. Perfect for a special occasion or a night where you want to treat yourself.

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Sage Steak Loft

3.9(52 reviews)

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•$$$$

The best branzino I've ever had in my life. I went here for a friend's birthday and it did not…read moredisappoint. The service was great, the restaurant was cozy and elegant and the food was phenomenal. For an appetizer we had the grilled octopus and it was delicious but the show stopper was the branzino. It was so amazing, buttery, and flavorful. I've ordered branzino all over the world in the states and this hands down was the absolute best I've ever had. The ribeye was also very good.

Great sunset rooftop for a great atmosphere for small bites and delicious drinks…read more Friendly staff will greet you at the rooftop oasis, enjoy the solace of a healing rooftop beverage.

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Vin'us

3.4(58 reviews)

0.3 km

Good ambiance, good food, and very good wine!!! It is my favorite and is well located at San Juan…read moreMall. Few minutes from LMM airport.

Their hostess was patient and honestly awesome. After multiple changes to our reservations, we came…read moreas a family to remember our uncle who passed away 4 years ago. For the price point, we expected better service at the table. The truth is we had to constantly call for help. The restaurant was not in wish hour, so there was opportunity for proper service. We ordered alcapurrias for appetizers and they were good. The pana tostones were the best I've had in PR. Unfortunately, they ran our when we ordered an additional order. We asked for the bistec encebollado which was nicely presented, but the rice was more al dente than cooked so it was hard and very lukewarm. My uncle had a gazpacho that was in his opinion delicious. The best part of the meal was the bread pudding. It's worth every penny. If I do return, that's what I'll have. The ambiance is chic and cozy. So it's very enjoyable, but they need improvements in service and food.

Laurent Perrier champagne

Man i'm stuffed!

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Entrevinos

4.2(258 reviews)

3.6 km

Yes yes oh wow yes! Loved every bite from pear salad, to pork belly appetizer, to our Chilean Sea…read moreBass dinners with Parmesan Risotto, and the other with mash potatoes. We don't drink wine, but their selection looks impressive and the server is very knowledgeable. Truly splendid dinner. Little bit of upscale delight! Want something simply lovely with a nice atmosphere- this is a great spot.

Service was "ok". Waiter seemed attentive until he realized we were just ordering two entrees and…read moreno alcohol, as he went to focus on a man sitting at a table near us. The food was also "ok" but for the outrageous prices really expected a lot more. A bit flavorless and bland. Two pasta dishes, a bottle of water, one soda...$98 with tip. Being from NY I am used to high prices but at least there should be something to make those high prices worth it. Didn't feel very welcome here and was not impressed with the quality of the food or service.

Wine rack

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Meat Market Steakhouse & Lounge

3.5(177 reviews)

3.8 km

•$$$$

3/5 (really closer to 2.5)…read more We didn't have reservations, so the host told us we could only sit in the lounge. The restaurant didn't look very busy, and we were dressed casually, so we wondered if that was why--but we noticed another casually dressed couple seated there too. Not a huge deal, just a strange first impression. The star of the show was our server, Elicia. She was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and genuinely happy to be there. She made us feel like valued guests, and she was also bartending! The drinks were a highlight. The Mojito Clarito was surprisingly clear but full of flavor, the Pepino cocktail was great, and the guava mocktail was easily my favorite. Unfortunately, the food was very inconsistent, especially for the price. The T-bone came out much rarer than the medium rare we ordered and wasn't cooked consistently. The truffle mashed potatoes were delicious, and the sea bass was the best entrée--great sauce and vegetables. The lobster tails were easily the worst dish, despite being one of the most expensive. They were oddly sweet and incredibly rubbery, like erasers. The tartare was also strangely sweet, with a sticky balsamic-like dressing and only four little chips. The oysters were disappointing as well--4 for $32 is steep, and I expected more than cheese simply warmed on top. Overall, there were some great elements, but the food lacked the consistency and execution I'd expect at this price point. Honestly, this is closer to 2.5 stars, and Elicia is the reason I'm rounding up to 3. She really made the experience.

Edited to add - the fact that the business owner took to Yelp to call a patron a liar about an…read moreinteraction he wasn't even present for should tell you everything you need to know The servers are nice. The food isn't bad.. The restaurant could use a redesign/upgrade. It looks like it hasn't been updated since 2005. I found the manager condescending. He thought my table was being too loud and came up to our table and said "you didn't book the entire room, be quiet." If you're going to spend hundreds on a dinner, l'd recommend doing it somewhere else

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Tabú Bodega

5.0(3 reviews)

5.7 km

This was the BEST birthday dinner I've had in my life( NO JOKE)…read more Mari was an excellent server. She gave excellent recommendations, was patient when we needed more time to order and did not hog the table Honestly she was the best The food: hand down the best culinary experience I've had so far. I didn't have expectations with the food... damm they outdid themselves. Every was just made to perfection from the starters to the dessert and drinks The show was really fun to watch and to be part of. This was something really out of our comfort zone and we lived the place and had so much fun fun that we already made our reservations for valentines day dinner So the pictures of our main courses ended up Blurry, but trust me that this ill be the best food

Excellent Food, Service and Ambiance. A good place to eat…read moreand take some exclusive drinks

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La Cueva del Mar

4.4(532 reviews)

5.7 km

If you're looking for the best asopao on the island... your search stops here…read more I've never had something like this before. The flavor was ridiculous in the best way possible, the shrimp was perfectly cooked, and the tostones were notably fresh. 10/10- you MUST go. Out of all of the gumbo variations I've had from countless regions, Puerto Rico's is my favorite. Particularly from La Cueva Del Mar. Our server, Nicole, was an angel. She is SO SWEET. She made the experience even better!!! It was packed and very loud at 7pm on a Thursday, which is a nonissue for me, but if your party prefers a quiet meal, be mindful of timing.

The good: Convenient location, valet parking, lively but not overwhelming environment, good music,…read moreand good drinks which is a plus. Food is usually good. The Meh: I liked this Cueva del mar in calle loiza but this experience was subpar. Prior to even ordering, I asked if their famous fish tacos would have the same coleslaw with their special sauce intermixed like it's been since 2007, but in recent visit on Dec 2025 was not the same. He stated he understood. When it arrived, the cole slaw was dry, not the same famous fish tacos i've been used to for years unfortunately. It was unnecessary for the waiter (male in his 50s with black ivy cap) to insist to try to prove me wrong stating that "it's always been this way and i've worked here for 15 years" when my mother and i have had these fish tacos since it opened originally in guaynabo circa ~2007. Mind you, i am bilingual and overheard the waiter talking to the kitchen. Their solution was to bring sauce on the side. My partner ate 1 fish taco, I ate none. When we left the establishment, the waiter went outside to stop my fiance. The waiter never approached me to apologize directly por el mal rato. I also found it extremely distasteful to have to overhear an employee (brunette) on her break (or otherwise) with her foul language near our toddler. We'll just have to stick to another location that treats customers better.

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Fish tacos & Sangria

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Wilson M.

24

4

1 year ago

Lala is an absolute gem in San Juan! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, stylish, and inviting. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and provided excellent recommendations. The food was outstanding, every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. You can tell a lot of care goes into the ingredients and preparation. The cocktails were just as impressive, creative, and perfectly balanced. What I loved most was the combination of a modern, trendy vibe with genuine hospitality. It's the kind of place that works perfectly for a date night, a special celebration, or just a memorable dinner while in San Juan. If you're looking for a restaurant that truly delivers on service, food, and ambiance, LaLa is a must-visit. I can't wait to come back! read more

Crystal P.

243

33

10

2 months ago

Lala did not disappoint! The ambiance alone had us hooked from the second we walked in, such a great vibe for a night out. The food was fantastic, every dish packed with flavor and clearly made with care. Highly recommend the Crispy Salmon, the salads. Everything was so good. Huge shoutout to our waiter Jonathan and Carlos stepped in and did his thing. They were attentive, friendly, and made the whole night feel easy and fun. Genuinely some of the best service we've had in a while. Highly recommend Lala if you're in Puerto Rico and want great food with an even better vibe. Will definitely be back! read more

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