Ostra Cosa

Pretty chill spot. Food was good, and the parcha mojitos were bomb too! Remember PR isn't a fast…read morepace place... service is going to take a little longer but they're great servers! U just gotta be patient, enjoy the food and drinks! Def coming back. Oh and cool views

Beautiful view, excellent service, and delicious view! Honestly, what more could you ask for? My…read moreguy and I enjoyed every drink and food item we got. For drinks, we tried the Passionfruit Mule (insanely refreshing and tasty), Sangria (different than what we've seen before, but still tasty), and a Passionfruit Mojito (best drink of the 3 and I loved that they left the seeds as well). We started with the Small Sampler, which came with one meat (we chose pork), sorullos, bacalaitos, cheese balls, and empanadadillas of beef and cheese. It was a great way to try some new foods without getting too much. I especially loved the pork and sorullos. For entrees, I got the Octopus Salad with Tostones and my guy got the Skirt Steak. The steak was cooked and seasoned beyond perfection and melted in your mouth like butter. The octopus salad was my favorite octopus of the trip and reminded me of the octopus salad I used to get when I was younger. It also paired perfectly with the tostones.

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Mojito

Sanse 152

4.0(82 reviews)

0.2 km

It is right in the middle of San Sebastian street which also happens to be the heart of nightlife…read morein Viejo (Old) San Juan. this whole street is live, buzzing till midnight and sometimes till 2 AM. so if you wanna get the vibe/ feel of nightlife, come to this street (Calle in Spanish) here. We entered, every server was busy, we saw one empty high table, settled ourselves and ordered fish tacos, Chicken Empanadillas, and a couple of drinks (Mojito & beer). Fish tacos were really good, the best we had in the old San Juan area. we were there for 50 odd minutes and went to another bar. the ambiance was good but can't say the same about service but as I said above- this is the scene in every other bar in that street. so this is normal there. also, happy hour is from 3 to 8 (like other bars) one thing to keep in mind- whatever the restaurant/bar/pub you visit in this area - your food order gonna take time, as these all are mostly there for drinks, of course, food items are there in the menu, but it's gonna more then usual time, so if you are hungry, try other restaurants. Bar-restaurant in San Sebastian street- these are good for a couple of drinks & bar hopping. Note: To enter, they are asking for CDC Card (for vaccine check). You can also show a digital copy/Photo of it.

LOVE THIS PLACE! Our server whose name I cannot for the life…read moreof me remember was wonderful, and the doorman was adorable. Amazing FISH TACOS! Flavorful AF and even tastier with the hot sauce, so definitely get the hot sauce. They have happy hour from 3 to 8 - got tasty Mojitos and Pina Coladas. Also tried their little shots of frozen slushies for a $1 each - really liked the tamarind one. Also, I highly recommend and would double down on the Paellitas. If you've had Paella in Spain, these Paellitas are the mini-version-don't-wanna-share as they are smaller in portion. However, it was well seasoned and the 3 pieces of shrimp on top were fat and plump (just how I like my shrimp!). Sit by the front and you can also people watch to your heart's content. That's what we did and we ended up making friends with randos that stopped by.

Wall of fun

Refreshing piña colada

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Café El Punto

4.3(545 reviews)

Amazing service for such a large group last minute. Food…read moreand drinks were out of this world. The skirt steak was some of the best steak I've ever had especially for the price. Grouper was so refreshing and creole sauce was phenomenal. Such a cute restaurant with amazing art anf cut little homemade crafts to buy at the entrance if you'd like!

When you walk into the restaurant, there many rooms of all sizes. The servicers are professional…read moreand pleasant. The food was good. They have a wonderful selection to please everyone. You can order for yourself or sharable plates. Highly recommended We did not have a reservation, but they accommodated us.

One of the dinning areas

Ceviche was fresh & delicious!!

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Tostones are my fav!!

Ajo del País

4.2(253 reviews)

0.4 km

We were looking specifically for seafood paella in Old San Juan. This place was a ghost town when…read morewe visited in a week night. Service was very average, but overall the food was very good! So much food and truly a great variety of different seafood options. Presentation was fun in the wooden bowl. Food eventually got a little cold, but that is mostly due to the fact that there was so much food, it was hard to eat it fast enough. The lack of ambiance and a very average Long Island Iced Tea is what knocks it down to a 4 star for me.

Open air. Great ambiance! Old pictures, vejigante masks, antique items, friendly staff on this…read moreSunday afternoon. We shared a 14" alcapurria which we thoroughly enjoyed with a homemade sauce they serve on the side.

Very chill vibes

Fried Queso with Guava Sauce! Cooked perfect and great flavors!

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The offerings

Pani Agua

4.5(511 reviews)

great music good hookah. vibes. The area in old san juan is…read morebeautiful and theres plenty to do!

Kay was amazing and the food was the best!!! Absolutely authentic…read more The French fries were perfect and real and the rib eye skewers were so yummy.

Our tapa spread, we already picked at some and couldn't wait

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Mojito - decent not my fave

Deaverdura

4.2(1.2k reviews)

0.2 km

Great food. The sampler platter is a perfect mix. We were looking for something authentic and this…read moreplace was perfect.

This restaurant has been on my San Juan list and it happened to be near my Airbnb so it was a no…read morebrainer for my friends and I to visit. Since I've always seen the long lines outside this store when I passed by, we decided that we try to go in as soon as it opened. So, we lined up around 11:30am. We barely waited much and we got seated. The server that day was quick/efficient/friendly despite the fact that she was running a one woman show. And the food arrived within a decent time. My friends and I decided to order the PUERTO RICAN PLATTER with a side of a side salad. This platter comes with everything you could want & maybe something that might be a bit adventurous for you to eat like blood sausage. Despite that, it's a nice platter to share and try a bit of everything. It's really nice that if you order for 4 people, they give you exactly the amount of pieces that are divisible by 4 (so everyone can try 1-2 pieces of each thing evenly). It also comes with a decent amount of rice/pork as a supplementation, which was nice. It's a balanced meal. And I think the side salad did well to balance out all the fried foods. Overall, we really enjoyed this place. It's a great place to come with friends/families to share. It's a great place as a visitor to try a bit of everything. The platter is a great introduction of puerto rican fried finger foods. And it all taste great! From the presentation of the food to the service here, it's all good. I would recommend this place to others.

The ambience

Small house salad

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Passion fruit juice

Il Bacaro Venezia

4.5(177 reviews)

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.

As I entered, I was asked if I had a reservation. I replied no and used my phone to communicate…read moresince I'm Deaf and folks here in Puerto Rico speak Spanish with a mix of English. Since I didn't have a reservation, I was asked to write my first name and phone number in a log book, which I happily obliged to. She said, "We will call you once you see our number at 9 pm; for your reservation, please return." It was 7:57 pm, and i had plenty of shopping that I wanted to do; so, I happily agreed to 9 pm. Well, 9 pm never happened because i received no call or text. Maybe I'm too trusting, or it was assumed that, since I'm deaf, I couldn't afford to eat there. Whatever their excuse for not reaching out to me was, it was utterly disappointing, but life is full of disappointments, and I added them to my Yelp list. While Puerto Rico is part of the United States of America, I can't help but feel like the Deaf population here is likely to be taken as bottom-wage earners, so my above-mentioned impression is likely correct. As mentioned in past reviews, a majority of countries that I have visited, apart from most North American and European countries, treat their Deaf population as less than or subhuman, as if the ability to hear is connected to intelligence. These experiences make me appreciate living in the continental United States, where people like Marlee Matlin, Phyllis Frelich, and many others have kicked down doors so we can be seen as equals.

Bat area is so pretty!

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El Jibarito

3.9(2.1k reviews)

0.4 km

Its been about 8 weeks since we came back from PR and eating at El Jibarito, and I can't stop…read morethinking about. Wish we had eaten here at the beginning of our trip, so we could have gone a couple more times. The service was amazing, a lady came by with a couple different little plates with different food, so we can try, i've never eaten somewhere, where they did that. I didnt see if she was walking around doing this, or she just did it for us. Everything was amazing and it was a hard choice to narrow down and decide what to order. I decided on the carne guisada, which is basically beef stew it came with rice and beans, chefs kiss!!! AMAZING flavor, the meat was so tender. Everything else everyone ordered was so good, hands down the best food we ate on our whole vacation, and we ate great food! The restaurant felt like you were eating at your tias house, beautiful decor, service was amazing it felt like home. As we walked out I thanked the lady that brought us the food, she stopped me and gave me the biggest hug as if she had known me a lifetime.

Really good food at reasonable prices…read more Friendly and efficient service. My food was out in about 10-15 minutes after ordering...despite it being packed that night. There is seemingly a wait on most nights...especially during peak dinner (6pm - 7:30pm) hours. Visiting during the week, or a bit later in the night may decrease wait times. Dining area is pretty tight so there isn't much privacy and space between tables. Pay at register counter after receiving your bill.

Fried snapper

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Verde Mesa

4.5(58 reviews)

0.4 km

Farm to table Puerto Rican style was unique, fresh, and delicious. 4.75 stars…read more Food: 5. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: no reservations Return worthiness: yes Eve award: best scallop appetizer Highlights - Scorched scallops: thin delicate melt in your mouth slices of scallops with tiny pineapple squares and avocado. Ended up being the best dish of our entire visit to Puerto Rico. 5 stars - Verde Rice: never had anything like it. Fluffy rice filled with lots of veggies and topped with Parmesan cheese. 4.5 stars - Pork cheek stew: tender pork in a light gravy with sweet potato gnocchi and crispy pork skin for crunch. 4.5 stars - Chocolate almond cake: mousse on top and thin dense cake as a crust on the bottom. 4 stars - Alexandria: delightful waitress with stellar dish suggestions - Decor: whimsical with items in cages and cherubs with mason jars as lighting fixtures was unexpected. Midlights: - Menu was hard to navigate on the phone - Cocktails they are known for -- they were ok Lowlights: - No reservations taken so could be a long wait but got lucky on a Wednesday night in mid-July - Out of the duck I was planning to order

YUMMY! Loved that they have a vegan menu and are open until 10 on a Sunday. The restaurant itself…read moreis beautiful, and the dining room was busy and full of energy. I sat at the bar, and the service was quick and friendly. I ordered the vegan Verde Mesa rice, and it was delicious. The flavors worked really well together and felt thoughtfully balanced. The portion was also surprisingly generous easily enough for two people to share. I also had a dirty martini, which was well made and paired nicely with the meal. The only downside is the price. Everything was very good, but it felt a little expensive for what it was. That said, the quality of the food, the atmosphere, and the service made for a great overall experience.

Restroom is decorated

Verde Mesa Rice

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Restroom

Barrachina

3.6(1.6k reviews)

Originator of the pina colada!…read more Highlights: - Wonderful version of the pina colada: creamier and more and pineapple forward than one you'd find elsewhere .Complete with a colorful paper umbrella. Recco getting it with a floater. 5 stars - Can get it to go in a smaller plastic cup - Friendly bartender - Cheesy merch and photo ops if you want Midlights: - Closes early Lowlights: - Unremarkable atmosphere with a small fountain outside and simple area inside with bar and few basic tables

Home of the pina colada! The original pina colada may be…read moredifferent than what you've had in other restaurants and bars, but just as good in its own right. I didn't love that they were served from slushy machines, but I understand to keep up with the massive volume of drinks ordered this is the most efficient method. The seafood monfongo was VERY FLAVORFUL! Everything was cooked perfectly. We waited a little over an hour for our food. Mine came out barely room temperature, so I suspect it had been sitting for awhile. The flavor made up for it, nothing was left on my plate.