If you're a lover of Italian small plates with distinctive flair and/or a curated wine list filled…read morewith exotic grapes and niche finds, you should definitely give El Vino Crudo a try. It's a cozy little restaurant that was perfect for our recent short stay in Old San Juan. I was impressed with the wine list, which featured sparkling, white, orange, rose, and red options by the glass and of course a more extensive list of bottles. I opted for two different sparkling options, a Pineau d'Aunis (rose) from the Loire Valley (strawberry notes) and a Verdeca (white) from Puglia (melon, white flowers). I drink a lot of wine and have never heard of these grapes at all, so they were fun to check out and delicious to boot. We also tried a number of different bites. They were all good, but these were the most memorable: Apio gnocchi - delightfully pillowy and nutty Dulce de papaya and prosciutto - lightly sweet and savory all at once. This might be an even better version of the more popular prosciutto and melon dish. Partamra olive oil cake - so lemony and moist Beet ice cream - this was wild! For sure my first time trying beet ice cream. It was barely sweet and had a very thick, almost custard-like texture. Special shout out to the staff, who were all so nice and chill and knowledgeable.

I had an awesome palate experience. I highly recommend. You will not be disappointed. We tried…read morealmost all the entrees

Seeking shelter from the heat of Old San Juan near Plaza Colon, we spotted Tapea, opened a few…read moreshort months ago. Zoe, our server and host, immediately made us feel Right at home Zoe customized a couple of sangrias for me with no sugar added, but with an extra bit of rum. Our tapas; Bruschetta with fresh mozzarella, tomato chutney and balsamic and Bruschetta of pumpkin, goat cheese and honey were thoroughly enjoyable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Good drinks and service.... Place is nice and comfy and some good people and watching.read more

A really neat rooftop bar with a nice view of Old San Juan. We stopped by here for some light…read moredrinks after dinner. Great vibes, we got a mango mojito, espresso martini and a strawberry daiquiri. Decent drinks with a relaxing ambiance. There's maybe 8-10 small tables so it's best suited for small groups.

Franco was the best. We just came up to have a drink. You have to go upstairs to get to the place…read more Service was great. It's a small place but quaint and lively. I quite enjoyed the espresso iced vodka drink he made.

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.

I had one night in Old San Juan and I decided to spend my evening testing out a variety of…read moreSangrías. Sangrías is a cute little spot located near the cruise port on a fairly quiet street. We got here on Sunday night and for about half and hour we were the only customers. The Sangria selection is simply overwhelming, there are about 80 Sangrías to choose from. They also have a selection of tapas, which you can "mix and match" through their sampler menu. We ordered the Sangria sampler which contained six different Sangrías (3oz each) for $18 and the mini food sampler (3 types) for $15. The sangria flavours that we ordered were: grape, passionfruit, coconut, guava, coffee and tamarind. As for the food, we ordered the Queso Frito, Guayaba Empanadillas and Chicken Alcapurrias. Each of the food items came in servings of five. I really appreciate the waitress's effort to explain the menu, as well as the food items to us. It wasn't necessary, as we would've figured out a way out but she was attentive and informative. I must say that upon arriving here, I expected some homemade sangria. Surely I didn't expect all 80 flavours to be made in-house, but I wasn't ready for the realization that all 80 flavours came from store-bought and sourced bottles. When we got the sampler, I was surprised by how overwhelmingly sweet the Sangrías were and the lack of fresh fruit flavour. The food was pretty good, I especially loved the saltiness of the queso frito. My suggestion for the owners is to start selling house-made sangria as nothing will ever beat the fresh-made taste. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the variety of flavours, as well as the service.

Love this place. Excellent service. Near @ the Cruise-ship port. Good inventory of local Sangrias…read moreto consume and to buy to go. Recommend enjoy the sampler taste is awesome you can taste six of them. Also they have available puerto rican munchies. Cheers !!! I love Old San Juan

This little restaurant feels like stepping into a trendy Lower East Side spot in Manhattan. It's…read morequite small, with only about eight tables, so reservations are highly recommended. We were excited to give it a try, and it did not disappoint. Here's what we ordered: Braised Crab Croquettes with corn and coconut cream sauce Ceviche Crispy Ribs with Tahitian lime glaze and sea salt Daily Catch featuring aji nuoc cham, lemongrass, ginger, and crispy noodles Everything was incredibly fresh, creative, and packed with bold, unexpected fusion flavors. It's hard to put into words the depth of these flavors and how beautifully they layer together. The chef masterfully combines ingredients and techniques from various cuisines, including Peruvian, Thai, Chinese, and more, to create dishes that feel like a culinary journey. The wine suggested was also really good. This dining experience was like walking through a food museum--stimulating all the senses with its taste, aroma, and stunning presentation. Words don't do it justice; you just have to experience it yourself. We'll definitely be returning on our next visit!

When in Puerto Rico do not miss this hidden gem. The service is phenomenal they want to curate a…read moreheavenly dining experience. The food is beyond compare. Their seafood dishes are creative, locally sourced and a step above the norm. The dining room has beautiful local art that represents the creativity of the Puerto Ricans.

We booked the piano rom and saw a great jazz band. Really amazing music…read more Service was very fast and very good. We got cocktails and food which were totally fine. French fries were my favorite which is odd but recommend. Come for the music, make a reservation. Totally worth it

It's a shame because this establishment has a really good concept, but the actual experience was a…read morecomplete disaster. I came here to celebrate my birthday and unfortunately, they fell short in every possible category. The layout is a major issue. We paid the $10 per person fee for the piano room, only to be squeezed in elbow-to-elbow with strangers. The tables are so tiny I literally had to eat out of my lap to avoid spilling food on my clothes. Even the basic facilities were a struggle; the women's bathroom was so cramped and unaccommodating that I could barely even sit down. When we asked to move to a more comfortable space, the hostess and waitress refused, citing nearby reservations. The kitchen and service were equally disappointing. After waiting over an hour for our entrees, the food arrived mediocre and tasteless. The steak had zero seasoning, and the mashed potatoes were dry and flavorless--essentially just a boiled potato thrown on a plate. The service was the final straw. When I tried to flag down a server to send the potatoes back, he told me he would "get her." When our waitress finally arrived, I explained the issue and she simply replied, "I know." No apology, no offer to bring something else, and no effort to make it right. To be met with that level of rudeness on my birthday was shocking. This was a complete waste of time and money--I won't be returning.

Fantastic food, amazing service and very reasonably priced. Atmosphere was fun and inviting and…read morestaff were great. Highly recommend the stuffed mushrooms (missed getting a picture) the steak and the churros. The meatballs were good and the mussels were just ok.

Hanging out with local friends who recommended this place. What a pleasant surprise! We started…read morewith Caldo Gallego and followed with several Tapas. We also did some empanadas de Pulpo. The Churrasco was amazing and ended up with pulpo a la gallega. They have a good variety of wines in their cellar that you pick yourself. Don't be fooled by the area, this a top of class in Latin cuisine place. Enjoy!

First, the staff is insanely good at service and crafting the drinks. I was amazed sitting at the…read morebar as they made these drinks. Not to mind the price is perfect. I never had a bad drink here out of the two nights and many drinks had. The layout is amazing with multiple rooms, bars, and DJs. Anything from techno, pop mixes, to latin. Yes i did salsa with the love of my life. No that has no influence on my review haha. Definitely recommend for a night out!! During the weekday we didn't have a line but it was still full inside. On a Friday we had a short line at 10:30 and it was packed.

Popped into this place to check out the music. The hotel staff recommended it. The ambience was…read morespot on there were two different rooms, actually three. Each of them have different music. One room, the main area had salsa, dancing, and music and eventually at 9:30 PM a live salsa band came on. That was a whole lot of fun however it was very crowded. The second room had a nice house music going on. There was a bar and a DJ and it was not as busy as the main area was. And the third room was the bar that leads to the outside called La Cubanita, which was playing mellow lounge music with a tropical beat. The food at La Factoria was definitely overrated and just OK. I did not think it was worth the price and I probably would not eat there again. None of us really liked what we ordered, but we ate it because well... We were hungry. They do offer a wide range of beverages from your standard beer, wine, and top shelf brands, however, they are known for their own concoctions. All of the drinks we ordered were delicious. Overall, we had fun, and it was not too pricey for the beverages. I don't think that I would ever go again, especially not later in the week as it is so busy, and we went on a Monday and we were dancing cheek to cheek!!! Enjoy!