Lela&#x27;s Eatery

I walked in, waited for about 15 mins. Then sat. Food was amazing and service was very fast. Would…read moredefinitely go again!

If you're seeking an amazing brunch, go to Christianson and choose one of their French toast…read moreoptions. Just wow. I got the strawberry and guava cream cheese filled one, and completely failed at finishing it though it was amazing. Probably because I also wanted something savory and got chicken empanadas. I also highly recommend those! My boyfriend also really liked his chicken and waffles. You won't be disappointed starting your day off here!

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La Isla

4.5(34 reviews)

2.7 km

La comida está muy rico. Me recomienda que vienes aquí! Definitely come here. The food is good…read more It's a good price and it comes out really quick

Vibe: really cute spot with tons of seating…read more Service: service was good, but nothing special. You order from your phone, so service interactions are very limited. Value: found it to be a bit pricey Veggie scramble: eggs were cooked very well! The bread was also delicious and perfectly buttery

Pumpkin Pancakes (gluten free)

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Demente Burger (vegetarian)

Musa

4.2(302 reviews)

2.5 km

We found this spot online and were sooo excited to give it a try. After our experience, I'm…read moreguessing that they are paying for reviews or positively review bombing themselves, because the experience here is genuinely so horrible (and everyone around us felt the same way) that these reviews do not accurately reflect the restaurant at all. We sat down for dinner at 7:45 and did not receive our drinks until 8:20, even though we put in our order as soon as we sat down... and asked politely how much longer until our drinks would come out... twice. Food did not come out for an hour and half, it was cold by the time we got it. Mac and cheese is not great cold. The ribs are extremely overcooked and like eating beef jerky. Drinks were okay, but by the time we got them everyone's cocktails were watered down, as well as the soft drinks. The ambiance was not great either since everyone around us was visibly frustrated by the wait times and lack of service, a table across flagged the waitress multiple times to ask where their stuff was. The food was decent, but again, cold. The wait times were no joke. We wrapped up our 7:45 dinner around 10, simply because of how long it took to be served. Our waitress came to our table maybe 3 times total, we would have to stand and find her to figure out where our food/drinks were. They were also out of a good majority of items on the menu when we tried to order them. Overall I unfortunately don't recommend! Price, service, and food are not great.

We ordered 2 appetizers and 1 entre to share. The appetizers had set a great expectation. We got…read morethe quesito frito and shrimp bao buns. They were excellent. The texture of the shrimp inside the bao buns was similar to whipped fluffy scrambled eggs-Excellent taste. The quesito frito was not the texture we were expecting however it was a delight ! Super soft creamy cheese on the inside with an excellent crisp on the outside topped with guava sauce and feta cheese sprinkles. The blueberry mule was ok. We were then extremely disappointed on the Mar y Tierra. The short rib was overcooked and dried out- no moisture in the meat at all. The shrimp tastes like it had been thawed and left out for too long. Tastes and smelled spoiled. The pasta sauce could have been cut through. The concept is not there behind this dish. The service took some time but we do not mind waiting for our food Ambiance was loud but we could still talk over the noise given we were closer to the entrance so less noise.

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Pannes

4.1(906 reviews)

1.9 km

We were searching for a breakfast place and happened to walk by this restaurant when the breakfasts…read morewe saw in the window caught our attention. What an awesome find it turned out to be! This local family-owned restaurant was a hit with our entire group of four. I ordered the Super Bowl Scramble, and wow, was it delicious. It was loaded with ham, sausage, eggs, potatoes seasoned with rosemary (which I absolutely love), and plenty of melted cheese. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying. My friend ordered the Power Omelette, her husband had the Famous French Toast, and my husband chose the Ashford Special. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals and was impressed with both the quality and the generous portions. I also had a fresh-squeezed orange juice, and it was absolutely delicious--fresh, sweet, and the perfect complement to breakfast. The portions are large, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. We left full, happy, and glad we stopped in. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great breakfast!

We had such a kind server at Pannes! His name was Claudio and he was attentive, helpful, and funny…read more My parents and I all picked the healthy start that came with a side of toast, and my husband got the Power Scramble bowl. The menu is a physical copy or there is QR code with an extended menu you can look through. I like that they are open early and on Ashford so easy access from hotels. Lots of seating and I think they have a to go section on the left when you enter. Great spot to add to your list if you're visiting San Juan.

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Caramel latte

Pinky’s

4.5(264 reviews)

1.4 km

Today was our final breakfast in Puerto Rico, and we finally made it to Pinky's with no wait for a…read moretable! I was so excited because I'd heard so many great things, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Be aware that this is a very small restaurant with only about 15-20 seats, so it fills up quickly. We arrived with no wait, but by the time we were eating, there was already a long line outside. Also, if you're in a hurry, this may not be the best choice. Everything is made fresh from scratch, so the food does take a while to come out. Service is definitely on island time, but once the food arrives, you'll understand why--it's well worth the wait. I ordered the California Surfer wrap, and wow...it was absolutely amazing! Everyone in our group raved about their meals, and the fresh-squeezed orange juice was out of this world. I'm honestly sad we only made it here once during our week in Puerto Rico. I would absolutely come back again and highly recommend Pinky's to anyone looking for a fresh, delicious breakfast. Just come with a little patience--you'll be rewarded with an outstanding meal

Items were a huge hit or small miss for us at Pinky's- definitely get a wrap because mine was…read moreamazing and all of the wraps around us looked amazing as well. (I had the big blonde) . It was also awesome that they had so many sauces to pick from! My partner said his French toast was just ok. But we both agreed- the mango Batista- PERFECTION. We came home and immediately tried to recreate it. In my opinion though, this place is far too small. Everyone is shoved together. Maybe next time we'll get wraps and a mango Batista to go!

Small space for seating

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Guava protein shake. YUM!!!

Semilla Kitchen & Bar

4.4(266 reviews)

2.1 km

Fantastic! Even though I misunderstood the dish (they did exactly what I asked), they fixed it for…read moreme without a problem. And the food and atmosphere were terrific. Was our last night in San Juan. Should have gone here on our first.

We really enjoyed our visit to Semilla. The menu had a nice variety of dishes, and after a fairly…read morelong vacation up to that point, it was refreshing to find a place that blended flavors and influences from multiple cultures instead of another menu that looked much like the last place. Everything we ordered was very good, and on an extremely hot day, I was especially appreciative of how well the A/C was keeping up. I was actually a little cold--and I'm never cold. It felt so nice after getting overheated right before we got there. One thing I noticed while wandering around Old San Juan is that some restaurants likely survive on location and foot traffic alone, while others earn people seeking them out. Semilla definitely felt like the latter. It's tucked just around the corner from some of the busiest pedestrian areas, so it felt like we escaped the crowds for a little while without actually going very far. Overall, I'd happily come back. If you're staying nearby and looking for a good meal without being surrounded by the busiest tourist crowds, Semilla is well worth checking out.

My cute ducky bag I designed inside the restaurant

Chocolate mouse and tres leches

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Margarita

Tostado

3.8(84 reviews)

2.1 km

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The waitress had the worst attitude out of anybody in PR. No smile, just RBF and she was not…read morefriendly. She seemed annoyed she had to be at work. She told me to pick a table and pointed to an area. So I picked one by the window. She said with attitude "no, obviously not a big table" no, its not obvious because you were not busy and there were so many empty tables. I ordered an egg omelet with fried veggies and ham. The egg was fried thin, not fluffy. Veggies were weird, it had tomato. I'm use to onion and bell peppers. latte was mid. I do not recommend.

Looking for a hipster place to avoid the morning heat and we stumbled upon this little gem!…read more The exterior is quite deceiving, but when you enter it's quite the charm. Surprisingly, I found this place to be more affordable than most places around San Juan. Service was mid, nice-- but Minnesota nice if you know what I mean. We still enjoyed it, the vibes were just interesting? They also don't have ketchup. They charge for hot sauce but don't inform you prior. It's also very spicy green salsa. Overall, I enjoyed my toast and cup of coffee. Cool place.

Part of seating area

Eggs Benedict with applewood bacon

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Caprese Sandwich

Ola Ocean Front

4.1(21 reviews)

2.3 km

The service is EXCELLENT!!! The food matches! The French toast will leave wanting more, but will…read morefill you up! And the taste is just sooo good! Our servers were so nice (Mie-Ling, Mechelle & Kiara)!!! Always treat you Servers with respect and kindness!! We even took a pic with them! The ocean view was amazing!!!

Service was a bit slow but the environs are amazing with a fantastic view of the oceam. I ordered…read morethe arugula salad with the Spanish octopus and was quite pleased. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely return. Pricy but consider the area and environment.

View from inside

Pizza/braised beef flat bread

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Great glass of Chardonnay:)

Cocina Abierta

4.4(746 reviews)

1.6 km

•$$$$

PHENOMENAL This is…read morenot just a restaurant, this is a dining experience. This is upscale elegance in a relaxed environment. This is global techniques blended with locally sourced Puerto Rican ingredients. From the moment you walk in, you feel welcome. I was there to celebrate my birthday (a reservation is a must). I asked if I could be seated in a different section of the restaurant, and even though they were packed, they said absolutely and found me a lovely seat in the bar area. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive. I suffer from severe food allergies but wanted to experience their tasting menu. My server spoke to the chef directly and then took the time to walk me through every option. I TRULY appreciated that they did not take anything off the menu but rather told me how they could adjust for my allergies. That is very rare and so very much appreciated that they went that extra mile for me. I highly recommend the tasting menu. It's 5 courses and they give you 3 options to choose from, within each course. And for the price ($85), a great value. Everything was delicious but I highly recommend the Breadfruit Gnocchi, Rainbow Runner Crudo, and Criollo Duck Mofongo. Chefs kiss! What I also noticed was, even though they were insanely busy, they didn't make you feel rushed. The invited you to savor the experience - which I did. Next time you are in San Juan, make a reservation and go. You won't be disappointed!

4.5 stars. Cocina Abierta was one of the better meals of our trip. The food was excellent overall,…read morewith the lone exception being the empanadas, which were simply too salty. Everything else was very well done. The two of us split one order of the five-course tasting menu plus an additional starter, and it ended up being a nice light meal. Had we each ordered our own tasting menu, it would have been far more food than we wanted...something we found to be a fairly common theme with portion sizes throughout Puerto Rico. The standout of the evening was the Criollo Duck Mofongo, which was absolutely exquisite and easily the best mofongo we had on our trip by far. The cocktails were tasty and unique, but a bit small for the price. This definitely isn't an every-night kind of restaurant...the prices are on the higher side. But if you're looking to splurge a little, it's a fun place to do it.

Bar

Snook

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FRESH LOCAL CATCH CEVICHE - Leche de tigre | avocado chips

Dos Cafés

4.6(30 reviews)

1.0 km

This cafe was off the beaten path for us but I'm so happy we came across it on yelp. The cafe is…read morewell decorated, inviting, and clean; the person taking our order was very helpful; and the food was well portioned and delicious. I ordered an iced latte and the "eggs any style". The meal came with 2 eggs, a pile of bacon, home fries, toast and french toast which were all cooked perfectly. My only regret is that we didn't find this cafe before the last day of our trip.

Found this super cute breakfast spot within walking distance from where we were staying. There was…read morea slight wait but it was definitely worth it! The 12 spice chicken was some of the best I've ever had, loved the flavors. The waffle breakfast was also a great combo of sweet and savory, although I would have preferred just savory. Highly recommend and would definitely come back! The staff was friendly and the interior is also super cute.

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French Toasts

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Front entrance

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Glaymar D.

2 years ago

I visited this restaurant today with my family for brunch because the online menu offered a lot of options and it had good reviews. However, our experience was far from pleasant and left us questioning how it received such positive feedback. Upon arrival, we were not informed that only breakfast was available, no lunch. We discovered this only when we were about to order, which felt misleading. The customer service was horrible: the staff were rude, ignored us, and we had to ask for things multiple times. They brought appetizers to share but did not provide plates, forks, or other necessary utensils. Despite many menu items featuring house potatoes, we were told they had run out and only had French fries. This same issue has reportedly happened to many others, leading us to suspect it's a tactic they use. The restaurant was dirty, and the restroom was full of roaches. This made me dread thinking about the cleanliness of non-public areas like the kitchen. The place is also expensive for what they serve. Overall, it was a horrible experience. I strongly suggest going elsewhere. read more

Hilda A.

3 years ago

Food and service were great. Went at a very busy hour, but the let me know in advance and actually food did not take long, and it was worth any wait. Nicely decorated, feels like a Greek spot, and the open terrace is very nice. read more

Cristobal R.

236

4 years ago

This place sucks. 0 services, 0 communication, nit recommended. Only excused when they fck up!!

Jonathan C.

2 years ago

Great food and ambiance. A MUST in PR. Brunch all day and fresh juices. Try the Turkish eggs

Nia J.

2 years ago

The food was amazing the service was amazing overall just AMAZING! 10/10 would recommend

Aly A.

269

5 years ago

Definitely our favorite omelet! Nice patio as well.

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