Terrible and getting worst.. The quality of the the food has gone downhill and the service is…read moreterrible. They don't follow instructions and simply don't care if they make a mistake on your order. If you want Mediterranean food go to Cairo instead

I ordered the falafel bowl.I must say the falafel was tasty but the rice has that microwave taste…read moreand totally undercooked.The bowl also had hummus but not nearly enough pita to enjoy the hummus. Overall I would rate them a 3 outta 10 but you try them for yourselves

An unexpected stop for lunch during a cruise stop in Old San Juan, PR, the Istanbul Restaurant was…read morea combination of Turkish dishes along with dishes native to Puerto Rico. My brother and I tried dishes from both menus, and found it to be quite good. As we were walking past, a small sign for 'Grandma's Kitchen' caught our eye. My brother had been encouraging me to try Puerto Rico's national dish: Mofongo - mashed fried plantains. Unfortunately, restaurants were just packed with long waits and I wasn't in the mood to wait outside in the sun for a long time. The door next to the sign stated that it was a restaurant called 'Istanbul'. We peaked inside, and was welcomed warmly by a host, who let us know that the restaurant was both Grandma's Kitchen/Istanbul. There was nobody else dining inside, which was weird considering how every other restaurant in the area was packed. The dishes are made to order, so took a bit of time for it to come out one at a time. Mixed Seafood Stuffed Mofongo ($25) - served in a wooden pilon, the tall and narrow neck was stuffed with the mashed plantains, topped with a seafood blend of clams, dense fish pieces, octopus, and squid. The sauce was really well done, not too rich, but buttery enough to accentuate the seafood. I have to believe the seafood was prepared from frozen, but it tasted really good: a definite notch up from the seafood I've been having on the cruise boats. It was the first time having mofongo, and I liked it. This version had fried plantain chips, mixed with the mash of more plantains. I don't think this version had pork skin rinds, and I didn't miss it. It's extremely dense, so ended up eating maybe a third of it while finishing the seafood. It's a solid alternative to rice, though definitely can't eat too much of it. Doner Kebab ($18) - from the Istanbul portion of the menu, this dish was tasty, though the meat was cooked on a flat top grill like a burger patty, instead of on a vertical rotisserie. The lamb/beef patty was loosely formed and well seasoned, with the accompanying tzatziki sauce being a good add-on. Both dishes were cooked very well, the back kitchen has some skills. Service was friendly throughout. Water is not offered, but guessing they will give to you if asked. Payment was provided after the meal, and they do stick on a mandatory 15% gratuity for all party sizes.

I love to use Yelp to find local spots when traveling; however I can't get on board with the high…read morereviews of this spot in old San Juan. The falafels were doughy and undercooked and the chicken kabobs very tough. Service was good, and we were the only ones in the restaurant. It's a little dark but clean.

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.

Avoid this place at all costs! If you want your food to look like the tempting photos on the menu,…read moreyou'll need to ask specifically, and be prepared to pay extra. The so-called fresh orange juice is a complete misrepresentation--it's pre-bought, not squeezed in-house, and tastes just like store-bought store-brand juice. Four of us ordered breakfast, and every single plate came out cold and dry, as if it had been sitting out from yesterday. The ambiance is barely welcoming, worsened by a waitress who seems to have an excuse for every problem with the food. Can a restaurant be sued for false advertising? They display a tempting photo on the menu, then tell customers, 'If you want your French toasts just like in the picture, you need to ask for it, and it will cost extra'--ridiculous! This might just be the worst dining experience in Old San Juan... Horrible place and experience....

Carthage Express in San Juan, PR was such a great find that we ended up coming back again!!! this…read moretime for breakfast. From the first visit, the food stood out as fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared, which immediately made it a place we wanted to revisit. When we returned for breakfast, it didn't disappoint. Everything was delicious, well made, and satisfying, making it the perfect start to the day. You can really tell they care about quality and consistency in their food. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive on both visits. The staff made us feel comfortable and appreciated, which added a lot to the overall experience. Carthage Express quickly became one of those spots we'd gladly return to again and recommend to anyone visiting or living in San Juan.

The drinks were great, service was prompt and very welcoming. I'd come back in a heartbeat! This…read moreplace has an insane selection of beers and cocktails.

A fine place to stop for lunch. The food wasn't bad, but wasn't anything special. We tried a beer…read morethat I'd rate pretty highly, but it was just something shipped in from the states. The staff was nice enough but far from attentive.

This was the best breakfast in San Juan. I went back during my trip because the food was healthy…read moreand delicious. If you're vegetarian, they have great options. I honestly ate here three times in a three-day trip.

They opened a new spot last week in the Hibird hotel on Ashford…read more It's a cute clean spot with indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is friendly. The lemonade was good. So was the smoothie. The shrimp tacos were good and came with a salad and Cole slaw. The chicken wrap was good. Generous chunks of chicken. They don't have a Yelp listing yet so I posted it here. We had lunch here twice. It's nice to have a 'clean food' spot in the area.

What a gem! We were looking for a place/area with locals and happened to stumble upon this food…read moretruck park. We were able to order beer, great BBQ chicken and a pita bowl. This place has music and even a restroom. Really enjoyed hanging out here with the locals.

I was in Puerto Rico for vacation and had a great time on the island overall, and this spot was…read moreclutch. It was close to where I was staying, and I rolled up late at night when a lot of the area had already shut down. There aren't a ton of options nearby once it gets late, so finding this place open and buzzing was a genuine relief. It's an outdoor food truck park with a bunch of trucks to choose from and a laid-back, communal vibe, which is exactly the energy you want on a warm island night. The food was good and the service was nice. Nothing to overthink here. If you're staying in the Miramar area and need a solid, casual bite, especially later in the evening, this is an easy call.

I was excited to find a healthy breakfast and lunch place, but this location seems to be a…read moreminiature version of what could be a great restaurant. First of all, it is located at the already small lobby of a hotel. There is an abbreviated menu on a stand without any descriptions. You have to use the QR code to see the online menu that describes each item. There is one person manning the register and serving the tables, so things are pretty chaotic. Having said that though, I did enjoy my shiitake mushrooms tacos. The portion size was very small (it was three mini-tacos for $22, 1 star off), so I also ordered truffled scrambled eggs. The truffled scrambled eggs had no truffle flavor (1 star off). Toast came with the (non-)truffled eggs, but there was no jam or butter. I asked for jam, and was told they do not have jam. I asked for butter, and was charged for butter. Who serves dry toast without jam or butter? Maybe this place is TOO healthy.

I went all up and down Avenida Ashford looking for cold pressed juice, not realizing it was in the…read morelobby of my own hotel. It's hard to tell what this place sells because the only thing that you can see on display here are beer taps, alcohol bottles, a few pastries, and assorted bottles of water, beer, and champagne. Also, the menus are available via QR code, so unless you scan the code you don't know what's available. A printed menu over top of the small refrigerator that holds beer, water and champagne would be great. Otherwise, it's fairly easy to overlook this place, or forget that they have such a wide variety of offerings. The 'Beet Me' juice is slightly sweet and refreshing: A great substitute for the vegetables I forgot to eat while on vacation. The 'Carrot Head' juice was tangy and refreshing, but I wish they added more bite... I like my drinks spicy. The "Mr. Green" juice reminds me a little bit of Naked Juice's, Green Machine. Refreshing, nutritious, and very good. The carrot falafels are to die for! Great recommendation on the part of the staff. I ordered some cilantro crema on the side, not knowing that it came with its own sauce (which I believe was either the spicy mayo or the sweet tahini). Both sauces were absolutely fantastic! The scrambled eggs with goat cheese, truffle oil, sauteed vegetables, and smoked salmon was a filling and nutritious way to start the day. This eggs were scrambled perfectly: not too soft or too hard. The goat cheese offered a delightful tang. The veggies were cooked to perfection, maintaining their crispiness while blending beautifully with the rest of the dish.The portion of smoked salmon was quite generous. The bread was crispy and spongy and added a wonderfully crunchy texture to an already filling and delightful meal. For lunch I have the shrimp wrap. It will served with a side of lightning season tortilla chips. The rap ones pretty large. It was full of Krispy greens, tomato, shredded carrot, spicy mayo, and lots of plump juicy shrimp. I got mine wrapped in a sundried tomato tortilla. It was quite messy, but nevertheless made for a healthy a filling last lunch on the island. I hope they invest in more signage, or at least a large menu poster because this they have a great thing going, and more people need to know about it. Hopefully with a few strategic changes, they will be able to get the attention and the traffic that they deserve.

We have been here a bunch of times when we lived in Condado. Absolutely the best Mediterranean…read moreFood around. The hummas and Naan are a must and the chicken curry dish is delicious. Always very consistent.

I stopped in for dinner 2 nights ago and had a fantastic mealm I started with a bottle of water and…read morethe hummus. The hummus was so good especially with the fresh baked bread they serve with it. I then had the falafel plate which came with rice, cold potato salad and a carrot/cabbage salad. I really enjoyed everything and the service was great.

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.