Was searching for a restaurant for a special occasion and came across this hidden spot. It felt…read morelike a speakeasy type of vibe. Very small space but cozy and welcoming on the last floor of a hotel. The Churrasco is amazing and the portion is as well. Looks like they prepare everything at the moment so it takes a little while to eat, however they gave us some salad to hold over while the food came out. I was a bit disappointed that many things that were on the menu where not available and it looks like they try to limit the amount of food per day in case their is no business traffic. Still a nice spot for a nice conversation away from crowd and the bustling on the San Juan streets.

Our family had dinner here tonight at the experience was over the room. The food was made fresh and…read morethe drinks were smooth and strong. If you are interested in an intimate experience with food that is superior quality look no further! Dylan you are amazing. Thank you for such hospitable service and attentiveness. We appreciate making our last night one to remember

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!

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

Kept seeing a bunch of reviews on how amazing this place was and honestly it's up there…read more To start off, I'm not really a sweets guy so my take is going to be a little off from the general public. We were able to snag a reservation but for a late time which was about an hour and a half before close. The service was super great but one thing I wished they mentioned that the bottled water was going to be a $40 charge lol. Makes sense for any upscale restaurant though. Should've mentioned we wanted tap so fair warning, ask cause you WILL get charged haha. We had a group of 10 and for how big the group was, the food came out pretty fast. I don't think we ever had a time between drinks to entrees where we were waiting for food to come out. We got the watermelons mojito for drinks since it was the most raved about. It was good but personally nothing crazy for me. 8/10 score on that. We also curry popcorn chicken, the ahi tuna lollipops, the empanadillas and the goat cheese quesadillas for apps and honestly overall 9/10. This is where I don't like the sweetness part of this meal. The empanadillas were what I was most excited for but it was more sweet then savory which sort of lose my appetite a little. I think if you like that kind of taste then it's going to be good. It wasn't a bad taste at all. Just too sweet for my liking. The curry popcorn chicken was good and the lollipops were great. Again, nothing crazy. The goat cheese quesadillas was good as well but again, too sweet for my liking. Now on to the entree, they didn't have the porkchop since we came late so I ended up getting the porkchop belly dish. When it came out, it looked amazing but then I got a whiff of it and smelled cinnamon. That's when I was sort of disappointed. It was like eating pork but tasting Cinnamon Toast Crunch and as said before, it tasted great but too sweet for me. This one was way too sweet to where it seemed like a dessert item. I just had poor luck and got one of the one items that were sweet. This doesn't tank the rating down whatsoever because I also should've read it had cinnamon. It would've been great if they made a dipping sauce or something to pair it with and not have it on the pork belly itself. I got to try other dishes my friends got which were good as well but I wish I got to try something else. If I came back I would try the sold out item which was the pork shank or the sea bass. I know for a fact the sea bass was amazing. Had a bite of it and thought "I'll come back for that" Overall, 10/10 experience and nothing bad about the place but gotta try different items when I go next time. I understand the hype now

La verdas es que fuimos pensando que no era igual al de guaynabo y efectivamente, son igual de…read moremalos 1) nuestra orden tardo tanto que la mesera vino 3 veces a darnos excusas como que a las 4pm hay cambio de turno en la cocina y en lo que se pasan las ordenes, se atrasan. What??? 2) ordene fetuccini con salsa 4 quesos. Esos fettuccini Los sacaron del agua, al plato sin ver salsa alguna 3) ordenamos churros con mantecado y dulce de leche. Eso eran palitoa de azucar y canela a nivel exagerado. 4) el postre vino con una sola cuchara y la mesera nos dice que no hay cucharas limpias. Queeeee??? Le pregunte si podian fregar una y me dice que se han robado tantas, que quedan pocas y los empleados que friegan estan lentos fregando platos. Queeeee?? Tu no puedes coger una y fregarla? Y me dijo que no 5) pedimos un cordial b52 y jos pregunta que si lo queremos straight up o en las rocas??? Quueeeeee?? Le dije: tu no sabes lo que es ese trago Fatal, no se puede volver!!

Staff was very helpful and nice! We visited right at opening so there wasn't many patrons there at…read morefirst. By the time we left it was beginning to get crowded. The restaurant has a very intimate atmosphere with modern decor. Very chic. Our food was served to use hot and freshly made. This is an Argentinian restaurant. Our skirt steak was moist and tender accompanied by some of the best chimichurri I've ever had. The menu is in Spanish and I am so blessed to have my husband with me. Definitely recommend.

Sophia's was AMAZING! They serve pasta and steaks and everything else as fresh and delicious. The…read moreservice was outstanding and location perfect for experiencing the city. We sat outside and watched enjoyed the happenings of the city. Alex was a wealth of information and so very kind.

Absolute GEM of a restaurant and let me tell you, I am an absolute snob for Italian food. My…read moreboyfriend and I arrived around 7:30pm on a busy Saturday night and were lucky enough to grab the 2 open seats at the bar because there was a wait for a table. This meant the bartender David was our server who was SO incredible. He was professional, incredibly efficient, kind, patient, gave us tips about the area, and made great dinner recommendations. He never let our water get below halfway full which I truly value too. Now onto the food - we shared the caesar salad, vodka pasta with chicken, and guavanoli. What a treat!!!! The caesar was large and fresh. The vodka sauce was more tomato based rather than loaded with heavy cream, which made it fresh and flavorful rather than super heavy which we enjoyed. Now the star of the show - the Guavanoli - a chicken stuffed crepe topped with mozzarella and guava sauce. David said tourists usually stay away from this because it sounds so different but it's the locals favorite. I can attest this has been one of our favorite meals of the entire trip, and we agreed the guavanoli was one of the most delicious yet unique entrees we've ever had. We're here for 2 more days and want to come back to get it again. The crepe wrapping essentially tastes like an enchilada, and the guava sauce is NOT too sweet. It's mixed with a red wine reduction so it has a slightly sweet edge to it, but is 1000% perfect with the dish and delicious. The prices are on the higher size but the portions are large and totally justify it. With the 2 of us, we ended up having a very decent amount of the vodka pasta as leftovers to take back to the hotel. We didn't order drinks, but David was whipping up incredible looking cocktails! They also have really cool hand-painted large portraits around the room. Beautiful restaurant, amazing staff, and even better food!!

I'm not a fan of the STK located in Washington, DC, however, the San Juan iteration is so dope, I…read morecame here two days in a row.. Lol! The interior couldn't be more swanky. It seems like they put a little more "pop" into this one! South Beach is the one that rivals it. The first day, I came solo because I flew in a day before she did. When I mean the hostess and bar staff treated me like I was a star, I left out thinking I was Denzel.. Lol!! All high end restaurant managers need to fly to this STK and get taught a crash course on how to make folks come back. Because isn't that the secret sauce to restaurant success?!! I think so! My main bartender they called the "Godfather", made my Manhattans to perfection! My blackened Ribeye was sooo good I wanted to order one to go! The next day wasn't planned, but when we had to do a forced pivot move, I suggested we come back for the seafood tower, because they told me it would be too much food for one person. They were right. It was delicious but we did have a little bit to eat first which made us unable to completely finish that seafood masterpiece! Please visit STK while in San Juan, you will become a big fan like yours truly!!

I rarely leave reviews like this, but I want to share our experience for other families considering…read moreSTK San Juan for a large dinner or special celebration. I planned a dinner for 19 family members for my father's 70th birthday, including senior family members and children. We also had guests with severe food allergies and different dietary needs. Because of this, I called STK before our trip to make sure our group could be accommodated. I spoke directly with a manager named Nicole and explained everything. We had several separate reservations and I asked if we could simply be seated near each other instead of doing the large group menu (pre selected) and minimum. I was told this would be fine and that the team would do their best to accommodate. When we arrived, that completely changed. The General Manager on duty, Josie, refused to honor what I had previously been told. We were told that if we wanted to be treated as one group, there would be a $150 per person minimum, with an exception for the children. What made this even more frustrating was that the restaurant was practically empty. There were plenty of open tables, including tables right around where our reservation of 12 was being seated. We were not asking for all 19 people to sit at one table. We simply wanted our other reservations seated nearby so our family could enjoy my dad's birthday dinner together. There was large area where this could be accommodated. They still refused. At that point, we decided to take our business elsewhere. I called Rare 125 Neighborhood Grill at the last minute and explained what happened. They welcomed all 19 of us, seated us together and treated our family wonderfully. No hassle. No unnecessary back and forth. Just great hospitality. My issue is not that STK has policies. My issue is that I did my due diligence as a customer should. I called ahead, explained our situation, spoke with a manager and received approval before bringing 19 people to the restaurant. We made our plans based on what STK management told us, only for that agreement not to be honored once we arrived. Josie even asked me for proof that Nicole the manager I spoke with approved this request. If you are planning a large family dinner, milestone birthday, multigenerational celebration, or have guests with different dietary needs, please keep our experience in mind. I would strongly recommend getting any special arrangements in writing. For families looking for this same type of accommodation, my advice based on our experience is simple: spend your dollars elsewhere. We did, and the restaurant that welcomed us ended up giving my father and our family the experience we were looking for. Best, Ashley Lane

I stopped by around 4 PM and had a pretty underwhelming experience overall. We lucked out…read moretiming-wise -- it wasn't too busy when we arrived, but by the time we left, the place was packed. For a buffet-style setup, the variety left a lot to be desired. The number of dishes being passed around was minimal, and the salad bar was nothing to write home about. Nothing really stood out or made me feel like I was getting my money's worth. Bottom line: skip it. The value just isn't there for what you're paying. I'd look elsewhere for a better experience at a comparable price point. My waitress was not impressive-she explained nothing, never offered or asked if we wanted more potatoes, yuca fries or plantains and had to be ran down for refills - even though it was not busy. The dessert was the only star within my experience.

Views food and drinks all made it a perfect new years dinner…read more Perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned and the drinks were made to keep you wanting more. A gem of a place for sure.

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.

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.

let me begin by saying i had the absolute pleasure of having NAOMI as my server, and she made my…read morenight very special. boy does she know her stuff! she gave me amazing recommendations and knew everything about every single wine that came in my wine pairing. she even threw in a few fun & interesting facts! as for the restaurant itself, there is no a la carte optikn, just a 5 course meal, but you are able to choose which dish you want for each course... with the exception of the navy bean soup which automatically comes as your 2nd course, but rightfully so! a creamy navy bean texture with pork flavors and truffle sprinkled on top makes a fantastic soup! another standout dish for me was my 3rd plate: rabbit with kale pasta and mushrooms. the flavor that bursts out from a bite of the mushroom complements the rabbit perfectly and the al dente texture of the kale pasta really rounds out the dish. i highly recommend the wine pairing, especially for this dish, as it comes with a gamay that really pairs well with the rabbit flavor. the highlight of the night was the chocolate cake i ordered for dessert. i am biased because i have a big sweet tooth, but it may have been the most amazing dessert ive ever had in my life. overall, a 5 star experience that i will be bringing everyone back to again and again.

We came here for a birthday and dont regret it at all. Everything was great about this restaurant…read morefrom the atmosphere to the food. Its a fine dining restaurant so the restaurant is really upscale but they also made the restaurant a bit cozy at the same time. The service was amazing as well. Im sorry I forgot his name but he paid really good attention and constantly checked on us especially for my allergies. The food was some of the most delicious food ive ever tasted, especially the risotto (10/10). There was one dish that my girlfriend didnt like but they went immediately to get her something new. Im only giving a 4 star because the dessert i had did have something I was allergic to despite reassurance which cause swollen lips and throwing up outside. Im not sure if the dessert was pre-made but having the allergens directly on the menu may help. Otherwise I completely recommend trying here.