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.

This is a beautiful rooftop bar with both an indoor and outdoor area. Unfortunately, it was…read moreinsanely too hot to go outside and relax by the pool in the early afternoon hours. However, it was nice that the indoor area was well attended and served beautiful drinks to enjoy. All in all, I wish that there was some sort of covering outside so that you could enjoy the view and the lagoon while sipping on a drink. But perhaps that's inevitable given the glaring sun. All in all, beautiful hotel and decor. I'd definitely be back.

This is an updated review from a returning customer. Arya is going through changes, and it is still…read morea great option. We were a party of 7 adults who wanted to enjoy the sunset, some food, and drinks, celebrating a birthday. Making a reservation was easy as was dropping off at valet. The rooftop now has an actual roof, which took away a lot of the open sky, but it is still open enough to see it without being affected by rain. Service was fantastic, as were drinks. On this trip, the appetizers were great and the main entrees were okay. From what I heard, the entire concept will be changing after they shut down in mid-November and re-open in December. I look forward to returning in 2026.

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.

We stopped in here for drinks and to hang out and people watch…read more Ambiance is chill, bartenders were attentive and drinks are good HOWEVER I paid with a 100$ bill and for some reason when I got the change back something made me count my money and sure enough I did NOT receive the correct change back. So stay vigilant my friends lol La Factoría is an internationally acclaimed, speakeasy-style cocktail bar located in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico Despacito" Fame: The venue gained global mainstream attention when it was featured as a primary filming location in the 2017 music video for the mega-hit "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee We came We saw On to the next

We stopped into Kane Rum Bar because we read they had flights of rum, and we wanted to sample a…read morefew! We had a lovely experience. The bar itself is decorated really cool. They also had some speciality drinks which we enjoyed. We popped in after dinner so we weren't hungry, but the food looked great! Well definitely stop in next time we're in Puerto Rico.

Always on our list when we visit Puerto Rico. Do your self a favor- you will not be disappointedread more

Nice rooftop bar with view overlooking the Cathedral (hence the name). We came here for drinks and…read morea light snack of croquetas. I enjoyed a glass of their Chateau de la Pierre Gamay and mi amor opted for their Santurce Prison IPA. We both enjoyed our drinks and the wine was a pretty generous pour. We scored a nice two top overlooking the cathedral, right next to the railing. Service started out great but then disappeared when it was time to check out and pay, so we had to ask another server take our payment. Not a huge deal for us as we were not in a rush to leave, but maybe be mindful of this if you have another commitment after dining here. This bar is accessed via the Decanter hotel entrance. Definitely would return here. When we first arrived the atmosphere was a little suboptimal due to a large group of about 8, but once that group left, it quieted down and was mostly couples of all ages and small groups of 3-4.

Bar Catedral is a beautiful rooftop bar with an amazong view of the Cathedral of St. John the…read moreBaptist, the first church on U.S. soil. I got the Plaza de Armas ($13) and it was refreshing. They use brown sugar and mavi, a tree bark-based beverage to give it more of an earthy under tone to the cocktail. I would highly recommend checking Bar Catedral out for a drink and amazing views. Service was great too!

This speakeasy is located inside an intimate looking tea bar. Reservations needed since it's so…read moretiny. We accidentally made a resy for the wrong group size but were seated immediately and only requested to wrap up in an hour or so. Service is king here, friendly transparent and helpful. We tried 4 drinks - 2 of which were their Christmas blends (in Feb!!) and two vegetarian appetizers (tomato and arancini, both good). Drinks were alright -3/5.

Stopped in on a Monday night alone. This was a solid spot for a solo meal! It was a little hard to…read morefind, it is a speakeasy after all, but was very vibey and dark once inside. I made a reservation and that helped me find the door. The server was very friendly and sat me immediately. I ordered tapas and a drink for myself and everything was delicious. It was VERY dark in there which was cool, but also difficult to see. A little pricey, but drinks especially were good. Would definitely come again.

My friends and I loved coming here to escape the wild and loid crowds on a Saturday night. We were…read moregreeted with friendly service and they were happy to seat 10 people together quickly. The drinks were delicious! I ordered the pina colada which was sweet but also strong!

This was a recommendation from my sister during our travel to La Placita. We wanted drinks in a…read moreless chaotic environment. She did really good on this. Jungle Bird was set in a darker but comfy vibe. Shutting out the clash of a zillion genres playing simultaneously. Seating us in a low volume but vibey couch corner. We ordered 3 alcohol drinks and 1 mocktail for my teen daughter. We ordered mini alcappurias, tuna tartar, Mac with spicy chicken and eventually kukaraage fried chicken. The drinks were so good we ordered doubles. The food was so good it started as 2 to taste and rolled into 4 as well. The ambiance was dark and moody but also comfy. The waitress was really sweet as well. Drinks and apps were absolutely phenomenal. I will definitely be back next trip!

A really cool bar offering all types of island drinks. The bar itself is beautiful. The bartenders…read moreare quick and friendly. All drinks were expertly made. This place has a really cool vibe. They have live music which helps with the ambiance and you are able to visit the one of many restaurant options to get a quick app or dinner if you like.

Seems closed. Drive here today and gps couldn't find the place. Then I googled the Mercado plaza…read moreand it says out of business. Last review on Coctel on Yelp is 3 yrs ago..

Got it -- that changes the context a bit. Here's a revised version that makes that clear:…read more 173 Degrees is a dimly lit cocktail bar with a cool, intimate atmosphere that almost feels like a speakeasy, even though it doesn't fully lean into the theme. The focus here is clearly on serious craft cocktails, and the drinks reflect that. Everything is thoughtfully made and well executed. The menu has a fun crossover theme with Pepito, the comic book character, which adds a playful element to the experience without taking away from the quality of the drinks. The bartenders were all friendly and chatty if you wanted to engage, but not intrusive if you just wanted to enjoy your drink. They struck a really nice balance. Overall, it's a great spot for a fun night out. Excellent cocktails, relaxed energy, and a vibe that makes it easy to stay for more than one round.

From the aesthetic, to the drink menu presentation to the food, everything was amazing. Service was…read morealso great and attentive. We got a bunch of food to share and everything we had was delicious. My favorites were the ropa vieja empanadas. They also have non-alcoholic beverages. This will be a go to spot whenever I am visiting San Juan.

Wepa wepa! From Groceries to turning up, this is your spot! I was researching spots to celebrate…read morefor New Year's, this was one of the spots that showed up. AMBIANCE You're in the city so it's an eventful area. There's street parking and nearby lots but your best to carpool or rideshare. As for the vibes, I'm told in the daytime it's a local marketplace that's filled with vendors and other fresh produce booths. It's pretty chill with a nice neighborhood feel. As for the evening, this is where to turn up and get a pulse of Puerto Rico parties. EXPERIENCE Go to your bar, pick your vibe from community, club excessive, lounge feel, live music or etc. Drink choices rangeThey have it here! Plenty of photo op spots and good energy. I was here peak of the #DTMF era so it was magical to see people come together with a speaker and a cowbell. A local put into perspective how this was way better than paying for an expensive hotel party. It was truly a 1 of 1 experience. TL;DR OVERALL 5 Stars. It doesn't get any better. There's a reason why this space is dropped in lyrics and people's recommendations because this is the heart of the people. So don't be shy! Grab a drink, walk around, catch a dance, and be safe! TIPS: * Don't just settle for one spot. Be sure to explore around to experience the entire Santurce experience!

Review #1,047 Posted on 4.26.26…read more We came to La Placita on Thursday the 23rd, when in town to celebrate my buddies 50th birthday. I guess this was purposefully done as I've heard it's nuts here on Fridays & Saturdays. When you get dropped off at the main road when you walk down it takes you to all the action in a few hundred feet. This place was still packed, but it was popping, the place to be at night I'd guess. They've got all JJ da of restaurants, bars, & clubs here. Tons of music, & a good time.