Amidst the touristy Condado area, it's great to get a decent burger. Love that they also have the…read moreSkinny burger (no buns) for the card-conscious and gluten-free. The sweet potato fries were delicious, but was impressed with the wide array of sauces available. Experiment! Loved the banana ketchup!

Edible but not great burgers, very poor quality fries, and not very clean…read more Food: The double bacon cheeseburger was good but not great. We ordered it with sauteed mushrooms, jalapenos, and mustard. We specifically asked if the mushrooms were fresh or canned, and we were assured they were fresh. The mushrooms tasted like horrible canned mushrooms and we picked most of them off. The bacon was miniscule. No mustard on the burger. The patties were good, and we could tell they were handmade and not frozen. We ordered the sweet potato fries and asked if they would double fry them. The lady behind the counter assured us double frying would not be an issue. The sweet potato fries were the worst we've ever had- totally soggy and only lukewarm. We ate a few and simply threw out 99% of the serving. Drinks: Craft beer available including Lagunitas IPA on draft. Service: Order at counter, pickup at counter Overall cleanliness: below average

The burger was awesome!!! If you're a burger lover like me, you Definitely should visit. The…read moreburger was everything I wanted and didn't know. Delicious. Their dips are absolutely amazing. All of them -so good! Fries -ask for them hot, if not, it's under a lamp. Services very exceptional. Ambience is spacious, tall ceilings, great music!

First time visiting the T-Mobile District and decided to stop in for a good cheeseburger after this…read moreplace caught my eye. At first, everything seemed fine. We were greeted, seated inside, and our order was taken with no issues. Unfortunately, the experience quickly went downhill and became one of the most unsanitary restaurant experiences I've ever witnessed. While we were waiting on our food, a man walked in with a dog. It was obvious the staff knew him because several employees immediately started interacting with the dog. The first thing I noticed was our waitress using both of her hands to pet the dog while the dog repeatedly licked her hands. In my mind, I thought surely she would go wash or sanitize her hands afterward. Instead, she proceeded directly toward the kitchen area and started preparing the condiments for our burgers without washing or sanitizing her hands at all. She then brought those condiments directly to our table. At that point, I politely told her she needed to wash her hands and that we no longer wanted the condiments. She walked away to the back, but the situation only got worse from there. The dog was approximately one foot away from our table the entire time. Personally, I do not believe dogs belong inside restaurants, especially around food preparation areas. Dogs carry germs, and anyone who owns dogs knows one of the first things they do when greeting other dogs is sniff each other's private areas. Watching staff pet the dog and immediately return to handling food and kitchen items without washing their hands was honestly disgusting. As we waited for the manager, another employee came up and allowed the dog to lick all over his hands. Right after that, he proceeded directly into the kitchen area to continue cooking food -- again, no hand washing, no sanitizer, nothing. We watched at least three more employees interact with the dog and only one person actually washed their hands afterward. When the manager finally came over, I explained exactly what had happened and asked him if he truly believed this was sanitary. His response was basically that dogs are welcome in the establishment and that he would "tell the staff to wash their hands." His attitude came across very dismissive, like he really didn't care about the seriousness of the situation. At that point, I asked for the bill for our drinks because there was absolutely no way I was going to eat food from an establishment operating like that. To make matters even worse, while we were paying, the man with the dog proceeded to take the dog toward the back near the kitchen area. Completely unacceptable and unsanitary. I understand some places are dog-friendly, but there still has to be health standards and proper hygiene when employees are handling food. Watching staff pet and get licked by a dog and then immediately touch food items and kitchen equipment without washing their hands ruined the entire experience for me. I will definitely not be returning.

Atabey was a small café right next to our Airbnb in Condado, so it was such a convenient little…read morefind. The food has a simple, understated presentation, but the flavors were genuinely delicious! Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The highlight for us was definitely the vegan mofongo, which is surprisingly hard to find. It was so nice to have a traditional Puerto Rican dish with a vegan option, and it did not disappoint. Such a cute, casual spot with great food--we're glad we stumbled upon it!

I tasked my husband with finding a breakfast spot this morning, and thanks to Yelp, he found a…read moregreat one! It was conveniently located near our hotel, so we were able to walk there. I ordered the Cowboy Burger and requested it medium, but it came out well done. That seems to be fairly common from what I've experienced so far in Puerto Rico, so it wasn't a major issue. My husband had the Americana Breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed it. The other couple with us both ordered the ham and cheese croissant and couldn't stop talking about how good it was. In fact, everyone in our group is already talking about coming back before we leave! The restaurant is very cute inside, with a welcoming atmosphere and a full bar. They also offer brunch, lunch and dinner, and outdoor seating, making it a great option any time of day. This was a wonderful find, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal and a pleasant dining experience.

It's clean, the staff is fairly attentive. My family showed up at 8am on a Sat and it was about 1/3…read morecapacity. All of us commented on how the pancakes and waffles were cold and dry. Like they were cooked hours ago. The lattes and Cappuccino were good. Overall, not a good value.

We were searching for a breakfast place and happened to walk by this restaurant when the breakfasts…read morewe saw in the window caught our attention. What an awesome find it turned out to be! This local family-owned restaurant was a hit with our entire group of four. I ordered the Super Bowl Scramble, and wow, was it delicious. It was loaded with ham, sausage, eggs, potatoes seasoned with rosemary (which I absolutely love), and plenty of melted cheese. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying. My friend ordered the Power Omelette, her husband had the Famous French Toast, and my husband chose the Ashford Special. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals and was impressed with both the quality and the generous portions. I also had a fresh-squeezed orange juice, and it was absolutely delicious--fresh, sweet, and the perfect complement to breakfast. The portions are large, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. We left full, happy, and glad we stopped in. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great breakfast!

Fantastic! Even though I misunderstood the dish (they did exactly what I asked), they fixed it for…read moreme without a problem. And the food and atmosphere were terrific. Was our last night in San Juan. Should have gone here on our first.

We really enjoyed our visit to Semilla. The menu had a nice variety of dishes, and after a fairly…read morelong vacation up to that point, it was refreshing to find a place that blended flavors and influences from multiple cultures instead of another menu that looked much like the last place. Everything we ordered was very good, and on an extremely hot day, I was especially appreciative of how well the A/C was keeping up. I was actually a little cold--and I'm never cold. It felt so nice after getting overheated right before we got there. One thing I noticed while wandering around Old San Juan is that some restaurants likely survive on location and foot traffic alone, while others earn people seeking them out. Semilla definitely felt like the latter. It's tucked just around the corner from some of the busiest pedestrian areas, so it felt like we escaped the crowds for a little while without actually going very far. Overall, I'd happily come back. If you're staying nearby and looking for a good meal without being surrounded by the busiest tourist crowds, Semilla is well worth checking out.

I'm not a fan of the STK located in Washington, DC, however, the San Juan iteration is so dope, I…read morecame here two days in a row.. Lol! The interior couldn't be more swanky. It seems like they put a little more "pop" into this one! South Beach is the one that rivals it. The first day, I came solo because I flew in a day before she did. When I mean the hostess and bar staff treated me like I was a star, I left out thinking I was Denzel.. Lol!! All high end restaurant managers need to fly to this STK and get taught a crash course on how to make folks come back. Because isn't that the secret sauce to restaurant success?!! I think so! My main bartender they called the "Godfather", made my Manhattans to perfection! My blackened Ribeye was sooo good I wanted to order one to go! The next day wasn't planned, but when we had to do a forced pivot move, I suggested we come back for the seafood tower, because they told me it would be too much food for one person. They were right. It was delicious but we did have a little bit to eat first which made us unable to completely finish that seafood masterpiece! Please visit STK while in San Juan, you will become a big fan like yours truly!!

I rarely leave reviews like this, but I want to share our experience for other families considering…read moreSTK San Juan for a large dinner or special celebration. I planned a dinner for 19 family members for my father's 70th birthday, including senior family members and children. We also had guests with severe food allergies and different dietary needs. Because of this, I called STK before our trip to make sure our group could be accommodated. I spoke directly with a manager named Nicole and explained everything. We had several separate reservations and I asked if we could simply be seated near each other instead of doing the large group menu (pre selected) and minimum. I was told this would be fine and that the team would do their best to accommodate. When we arrived, that completely changed. The General Manager on duty, Josie, refused to honor what I had previously been told. We were told that if we wanted to be treated as one group, there would be a $150 per person minimum, with an exception for the children. What made this even more frustrating was that the restaurant was practically empty. There were plenty of open tables, including tables right around where our reservation of 12 was being seated. We were not asking for all 19 people to sit at one table. We simply wanted our other reservations seated nearby so our family could enjoy my dad's birthday dinner together. There was large area where this could be accommodated. They still refused. At that point, we decided to take our business elsewhere. I called Rare 125 Neighborhood Grill at the last minute and explained what happened. They welcomed all 19 of us, seated us together and treated our family wonderfully. No hassle. No unnecessary back and forth. Just great hospitality. My issue is not that STK has policies. My issue is that I did my due diligence as a customer should. I called ahead, explained our situation, spoke with a manager and received approval before bringing 19 people to the restaurant. We made our plans based on what STK management told us, only for that agreement not to be honored once we arrived. Josie even asked me for proof that Nicole the manager I spoke with approved this request. If you are planning a large family dinner, milestone birthday, multigenerational celebration, or have guests with different dietary needs, please keep our experience in mind. I would strongly recommend getting any special arrangements in writing. For families looking for this same type of accommodation, my advice based on our experience is simple: spend your dollars elsewhere. We did, and the restaurant that welcomed us ended up giving my father and our family the experience we were looking for. Best, Ashley Lane

When we first arrived...I thought it was a bit weird that there was a chain across the door was…read morepermitting anyone from coming in. However, we stood there until someone came to greet us. Which wasn't too long. Once we got in, we were seated and to my surprise, they had the NBA channel going. Yay. . .love me some basketball. Once the waiter got to us he mentioned that they did not have pizza and my kids were so bummed about that because that is one of the reasons we went. However, they were very grateful for the chicken strips and fries. I really enjoyed my burger. . .which is what this place is mainly known for. My husband also had a chicken sandwich and he enjoyed his food as well. We both had margaritas and I was impressed with how good it was. I also want to mention how awesome our server was. He was polite, chatty and very helpful with the menu since this was our first time. My expectations were not very high for this place just due to its location and the cleanliness of it but it turned out to be very good. I was satisfied and so was my family.

Food: 7/10 Drinks: 7/10…read moreService: 5/10 Ambiance:1/10 We were able to walk here and there was a sign that blocks the door that ask you to wait to be seated but your standing outside. We were waiting a few mins before someone came to assist. To go orders they make you wait outside which was weird and they even had a bench for you to sit on. We had pina coladas, virgin & w/rum which ive had better.

Walking along Ashford Avenue in San Juan, we remembered reading about Tacos & Tequila in the…read moreCondado Vanderbilt hotel. So, we decided to stop by for a bite. We chose seating outside (of course). The area is beautiful with views of the ocean and a nice breeze. There was a small pool on the other side of our table with 6 in pool loungers. Very cool. Our server was friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. My husband had Tinga tacos which were so flavorful and fresh. I opted for the Birria tacos which I have never had (gasp). Omgoodness - talk about a flavor explosion! The shredded beef ribs were super tender and filled with all sorts of goodness! If you are in the area, definitely stop by for a treat!

I'm staying at the hotel and decided to try the restaurant for a late lunch by the pool shortly…read moreafter I arrived. Unfortunately, it was a pretty disappointing first meal. I ordered the quesadillas and a traditional margarita. The margarita was okay, but very average. The quesadillas were the biggest disappointment. They lacked flavor and were definitely overpriced for the quality. For what I paid, I expected them to be much better. Overall, not the best first impression, especially for a restaurant located at the hotel.

Surprise fave of our San Juan trip--old burger spot was legit…read more Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 5 ($4.25 for the burger!) Opentableable: no reservations Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Burgers: thick and a bit rounded. Pure meat with not much seasoning in a good way--delicious. 5 stars - Onion rings: legit crispy and thick. 4.25 stars - Wine burger: braised in wine was a fun idea--mild flavor though. 4 stars - Fries: McDonald's style. 4 stars - Drinks: had fresh juices and cocktails in addition to sodas in cans. - Options: few cheeses to choose from (cheddar, roquefort) and also have chicken. Bacon is also an option. "Salad" (aka lettuce and tomato are extra 90 cents) - Squeezy ketchup bottles on the table were appreciated. - Has a drive thru! - Open late - Locals and visitors enjoying it - Friendly and efficient staff - Huge spot with a smaller dining room on one side and larger on the other. Midlights: - Smaller burger than you'd expect so you may need to get multiples if you are like my hungry teenage son - Pina colada: not expecting much but cool they even offered one Lowlights: - If you are staying down in old town bit too far to walk up the hill especially in the summer heat, so need to take an Uber around to it

I went on a Saturday night at about 8:45. There was a brief wait since I had a large group but the…read moreline moved pretty fast. The food was good! Nothing that I tried was bad. It was interesting that all of the burger toppings are brought to you separate from the burger so you can add whatever you want. It was also interesting that the patty came in the form of a meat ball instead of a flat patty. The service was a bit slow but they were busy. I got seated at about 9:05, was provided the menu at 9:15, placed my order at 9:25, and all of the food came at 10. I would recommend getting drinks and appetizers since the burgers and sides are made as ordered so it can take a while. There is parking available in a small lot as well as on the street.

:: A mi me fascina esta área del Condado. Estas cerca del agua, sientes la brisa del mar, observas…read morea las personas disfrutando de la grama... en fin, estás como que en medio de la vida y sus actividades. Los cócteles los encontré suaves pero no me decepcioné. Adoré el ceviche y los "Dat Coconut Shrimp". Y la noche que visité este lugar tenían un mousse de chocolate que me convenció de ser el mejor que he probado hasta el día de hoy. Los muchachos que nos atendieron fueron un amor.

I second Ami's opinion that this place has great potential! I think they are improving too based on…read moreprevious reviews. They have all outdoor seating, some of it is covered. There was music (DJ) one night we went. The staff is great, we went twice, and our waiter recognized us. Jonathan, the waiter, was great, very friendly and communicative. Drinks were great too! We tried a couple of cocktails included the Paloma and Parcha Spritz. Here's the one negative for me. They have two vegan mains on the menu but the Vegan Rico was unavailable both nights for different reasons. The mushroom choripan, also vegan was good, but having a reliable second option would set this place apart from others in the area as there are few restaurants in San Juan that have labeled vegan menu choices.