Cacio e Pepe in Los Paseos offers a solid Italian dining experience with a lively atmosphere and a…read moremenu that blends classic flavors with a New York-style twist. The Mall of Paseos restaurant ibas a beautiful setting. The ambiance is inviting--perfect for a casual date night or dinner with friends--and the wine selection pairs nicely with the dishes. We started with appetizers that were flavorful and well-prepared, setting a strong tone for the evening. The pasta dishes are clearly the highlight here; options like truffle-infused macaroni and traditional plates bring comforting, rich flavors. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though timing can vary during busier hours. Overall, it's a dependable spot if you're craving Italian cuisine in Puerto Rico--great for a relaxed night out, even if not every dish reaches that "wow" factor. Pro tip: Stick to their signature pasta dishes and pair them with a good wine for the best experience.

Let me start with the biggest issues…read more We ordered a Peroni and a glass of Prosecco. The Prosecco arrived but the beer never did. After asking multiple times, we were finally told they did not have it and were given other options. That should have been communicated from the start. The worst part of the night was that my soda glass literally exploded. I put the straw in and suddenly heard a pop and a chunk of the glass broke off. Soda went everywhere. While it was being cleared there was glass all over the table and I actually got pinched on the finger by a shard while moving a napkin. Resolution was basically none. Just an apology and I had to request another soda, which was disappointing. Now, the food. Overall, the food was good with some clear highs and a few misses. We started with the bruschetta. It was tasty but it needed more balsamic and there was way too much arugula for my taste. The octopus was good. The first few bites were chewy, but after that the texture improved and the flavor was solid. The chicken parm was the star of the night. It was delicious and very crunchy. They did accommodate my request to have it with vodka sauce, although it seemed at first like they could not because some were already premade with red sauce, which I did not want. Dessert was the almond budín and it was excellent. Honestly, it is probably the one thing that would make me go back. As for the experience, the table was small and the pony wall made it feel a bit cramped. It was doable but not the most comfortable setup. Bottom line, good food, especially the chicken parm and the almond budín, but service and handling of the glass incident definitely need improvement.

We were early for our reservation, so we stopped first at the cigar lounge next door. Super…read morefriendly and accommodating. Dinner at the restaurant was excellent. Had the berry cocktail, loved. Fondue was delicious, mussels very good. Largest serving of ossobuco we had ever seen and probably the best we had ever had. The seafood risotto was also tasty. The truffle fries were solid. The gnocchi was probably the only miss, a bit gummy. The sauce was good though. Service was on point, always there and asking what else we needed. The space is not big, and as it was Friday it was a little tight. Next time we would try the terrace so that we could stretch out a little. Definitely recommend.

Our server was lovely (she made my son chocolate milk when they didn't have any) food was…read moredelicious, environment was lovely!

Wow! This came as a referral from a friend and it does not disappoint. The apps are so yummy. The…read morearancini are so good I could have eaten a dozen. The garlic bread was fine, not as good as the arancini. If you are hungry, get the chicken parm, my god it is the largest portion I have ever seen! I ate one of the 3 cutlets they served. Most times when a place gives a ton of food it is ok, well this was fabulous. Super thin, light breading that remained crispy and just the right amount of cheese and sauce. The pizza was good as well. For dessert we had a well portioned flowerless chocolate cake which was paired with some vanilla bean ice cream. Divine! We sat in the restaurant portion near the secret door to the speakeasy so take your pick on what vibe you prefer. The wait staff were super helpful and responsive. We bought the kitchen staff a round for fun. Great experience, I recommend swinging by if you are in the neighborhood.

Super impressed by this spot! We were SO happy that we got to sit in the speakeasy for dinner,…read morebecause it was exactly the kind of vibe we were looking for! The food was all delicious, and reasonably priced at huge portion sizes, particularly the chicken parm! The pasta was homemade and the sauces were so good. The weakest things were the burrata and the meatballs. Everything arrived to the table quickly, especially the drinks! We would totally come back on a future trip and will be recommending to others visiting the island.

I was pleased with Trattoria il Buongustaio beyond expectations. Although their focus is Roman,…read morethey have excellent choices from other regions. I ordered the Rigatoni Amatriciana and it was perfect in flavor and cooking They do not make their own pasta as many Americanized Italian restaurants claim, but use the genuine De Cecco brand for all dishes. My research shows that it is a very recognized Italian brand. However, they do make their own gnocchi. I also ordered a glass of House Chianti Wine and they served complimentary focaccia bread with oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper. The server was extremely attentive and educational explaining why they avoid dishes with eggs because they cannot get the flavorful eggs from Italy in Puerto Rico. They are located at a somewhat unimpressive location that is very charming uncomfortable once you are inside. They do not have much parking space, but offer valet parking. Feel confident that this is one of the very few genuine Italian restaurants in the Metro area.

Service by Daniel was great, for appetizers we have the chorizos al vino, for main course we have…read morethe risotto with shrimp, scallops and saffron, and the Tortellini Buongustaio. We also had margaritas and single malt whisky. Everything was great. The atmosphere was nice. For sure I would come back!

Wow! Excelente comida!! 5 estrellas!! El lugar no invita mucho a entrar pero le di la oportunidad…read morey estoy 100% satisfecha El hamburger esta fuera de liga, homemade!! La salsa alfredo en la pasta tambien es hecha en la casa y estaba excelente!! Los visitare otra vez pues me dicen que el salmon y el churrasco tambien son buenos

Very disappointed with the food quality. I ordered the risotto and it was overly salty. I also…read moretried my children's pizza and it had an unpleasant taste. To make matters worse, the plates had a bad smell. Definitely not a place I would recommend.

Highly recommend... The food was amazing!! We stumbled upon Ombra from doing a search for Italian…read morefood for our dinner... so glad we chose to go there! We are planning to return before our vacation is over!

This Italian restaurant had good reviews so we decided to be heck it out for dinner. It was so…read moregood. The restaurant had some nice dinner lighting and tables that allowed cozy conversations. Service was excellent. Our server walked us through the specials and the menu to help us decide what to order. Husband went with carbonara and I chose the penne pasta. They were excellent choices as we shared our meals with each other. I loved the pink sauce on mine. It was a bit lighter than just red or white sauces. Portions were generous but not obscene in the amount of food. We shared the mixed green salad which was a great way to start the meal. The salad was huge! Splitting was a smart choice. They don't have glasses of wine on the menu but do have house options available. I had the cab and it was delicious. Husband wanted a nonalcoholic option which they didn't show in the menu. Instead, they asked if he wanted sweet or sour, and if there were any flavors he particularly enjoyed, and they created a unique mocktail for him. So fun. This was a great stop. We are so happy we found Ombra.

I loved everything about this place. It is a classic family Italian restaurant like I haven't seen…read moresince I was a kid. Everything we had was absolutely delicious. I shared the 6 hour Neapolitan sauce and the pistachio pesto gnocchi. Both were wonderful. We had the eggplant parm appetizer and it was the best I have ever had and I have had many different eggplant parms.. For dessert we had pancetta and tiramisu. Both lived up to the standards the rest of the meal had set. I can't wait to come back to Puerto Rico so I can enjoy their delicious food again. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

We were celebrating our 46th wedding anniversary. Special night. Wrote it on the reservation. No…read moreacknowledgment of our celebration. You can definitely do better. We ordered a bottle of Fiano (a wine we really enjoy and was on the menu). They didn't have it. We settled for Chardonnay. It was good. We asked for bread. They didn't have any!!! (What? An Italian restaurant with no bread?) not a great start. Having said all that, the rest for our food was amazing! The arancini and the eggplant were exquisite. I ordered the steak (yeah I know) but it was amazing. The sauce, the potatoes. Just delicious. Our guests had the lasagna and my husband ordered the pizza. They were very satisfied with their meals. The ambiance is quaint. Old Italian. Clean. I would train servers to know what's available and what's not. Prevent from ordering and being disappointed. In addition, if you don't have bread and make pizza, you have bread. You can make it out of pizza dough in a pinch for those who ask. Italian red sauce without bread... it's a big miss. If your equipment is broken, buy the bread. I think they should have given us the dessert based on the misses. Nonetheless, the entrees were very good.

We chose this restaurant to have lunch during our second visit to old San Juan…read more This is a beautiful little restaurant. The moment we walked in we felt right at home, very quaint and welcoming. We had the polenta with sausage for appetizer, it's a must try, delicious!! I had gnocchi with 4 cheese sauce for my main dish and loved it. Everyone was very happy with their food. Definitely worth a visit when in old San Juan.

Tables are very close together. Service was good. Food was good, but portions are very small. We…read moreboth added chicken to our pasta dishes and it was maybe 2oz. each. Quaint atmosphere.

Cucina di Ivo is one of those places that just feels like a hidden gem. The atmosphere is cozy and…read moreintimate, perfect for a nice dinner but still relaxed enough that it never feels too formal. The food is consistently really good. Everything tastes fresh and homemade, especially the pasta. You can tell they actually care about the quality and the flavors, not just throwing things together. The sauces are rich without being too heavy and everything is seasoned perfectly. The service has always been great when I've gone, super friendly and attentive without hovering. It's the kind of place you can go for a date night or just a good dinner and know it's going to be solid every time. Definitely one of those spots I keep coming back to when I want good Italian food.

Great food and very nice staff. Ambience is good other than the building is a little moldy. But…read moreyou're not moving in, just having a meal and it's an historic building. Staff is one of the nicest in Old San Juan!

Went here for a bachelorette party. When I tell you this is the most delicious and unique food I've…read moretried in a LONG time? I'm telling you the truth. The restaurant was gracious enough to accommodate a party of 20 an hour before closing and still went out of their way to make sure we had a great evening. The restaurant itself was very small, with only a couple of tables and a room for us. The black carbonara pasta stole the show for me! Seasoning perfect, not too chewy pasta and and very filling. All the flavors mingled well together, I enjoyed it all that until the last bite. The pound cake was warm and delicious too. Never would I have thought pound cake in Puerto Rico would shut me up! I just want to say that I am so happy I was able to experience this place and highly recommend it if you want somewhere fancier to go to during a night out.

Chianina was very accommodating for our large group and the food was SOO GOOOD! I had the ravioli…read moreof the day which was a shrimp and lobster ravioli with a lemon dill sauce and would absolutely order again. Everyone in the party enjoyed their food. Giovanni and Ramon took really great care of us and recommended some great dishes. 10/10 would recommend!