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    4.0 (321 reviews)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Mango
    JL H.

    Food is phenomenonal and the service is exceptional, especially if served by Bridgette! Instantly feel like family. Welcomed, greeted and seated. Come hungry, leave comatose and satisfied. The Creme Brulee Waffles literally will have you in a food coma because of a foodgasm! Beyond delish! Custard oozing out of the center with the signature glass bruleed top on each waffle. Comes with fresh strawberries, which are definitely needed to break the richness and whipped cream. The Smores will send you to Heaven and back! Mounds of toasted marshmallows with drizzled chocolate. The Honey Pecan has a waffle filled with chopped pecans, honey and Maple syrup. The juices are organic. We enjoyed Guava (FAV) and Mango. They have a bevvy of alcohol-infused brunch drinks, like the Mocha Gin. Think Hot Chocolate with drizzled chocolate, whipped cream and Gin. This place is serious about Waffles, Service and creating a fantastic experience for you to savor! Only 1 bathroom so govern yourselves accordingly. Street parking available. Great, peaceful and chic neighborhood.

    Waffle with dulce de leche and fresh cut  strawberries!
    Lonnie W.

    A nice little restaurant to grab some breakfast or brunch. Thi's place has history and the amazing servers will explain the waffle history to you and how it evolved. They have savory and sweet waffles

    Eggs Benedict waffle, red ginger rioboos  tea, half of a papaya mimosa

    Outstanding food and excellent service!! They have a wide choice of savory or sweet waffle dishes on the menu, or you can just build your own. Their waffles are the best I've had - the perfect sweetness and texture to go with everything on the menu. I had the eggs benedict waffle which was delicious! They also have a great selection of artisan teas and specialty coffees. I highly recommend checking them out for an amazing breakfast or brunch!

    Salmon and Avacado
    Dettrick P.

    One of the best breakfast places we have been, the owners go over the top to let you customize their creations to meet your palate. The crème brûlée waffle is simply spectacular.

    Sonia K.

    This place had a ton of potential. They serve whole and half waffles which is perfect for sharing and tasting multiple menu items. The waffle combinations all sounded great and most of the ones we ordered were lovely. The issue was the food took an extremely long time (waffles were the only thing that required cooking as the toppings were pretty standard) and by the time they came out, they were pretty cold. Pesto Chicken Waffle: the chicken was shredded and mashed with the pesto which was AMAZING. It had great flavor but the cheese was already hardened and the whole waffle was cold. Prosciutto Cheese: this one was probably my favorite of the ones we got. However, there was barely any topping on the waffle. It would have been great warm and with more topping. S'mores: this was pretty bland in my opinion. The chocolate was overpowering and it was not worth it in my opinion. Guava and cheese: I was super excited for this one and was disappointed. The cheese was just hard cubes thrown on. The guava paste was the same and was very artificially sweetened which was too much in my opinion. Could have scraped it together myself with cheap ingredients.

    Café de mocha

    Food was very delicious ambiance was very peaceful and vibrant along with amazing service 10/10

    Great locally owned spot!! Amazing service and quality of food. The owner was so kind in getting to know us, sharing about their restraints history, Puerto Rico and explaining the food options when I shared I had some dairy restrictions. Their vegan waffle is amazing and well balanced in the sense it can be paired with savory or sweet. I had a savory dish with the egg and I was so surprised. I will miss these waffles when I go back home.

    Waffle with Nutella and strawberries
    Joanna R.

    Stopped by at this place for some breakfast/lunch and my boyfriend and I got a orange and mango juice. They were really good drinks! The orange juice tasted freshly squeezed. I then ordered a full waffle with Nutella and strawberries and it was very good. I also ordered a side of eggs and bacon. I wouldn't get the bacon it was really hard like it was over cooked and it was sitting on a plate for a long time before I had even ordered it. Overall this place was expensive for some waffles and eggs. It's good but not to die for. If you don't come to this location your not missing out on much.

    Ice chai tea, Creme Brulee & Gorgonzola Basil
    Lex B.

    The best food I ate in Puerto Rico!! I arrived about an hour before closing an went to pull open the door which I found to be locked. Turns out due to Covid, the restaurant has their customers order online. You decide if your going to dine in (which I did). Online you'll enter your table number an how you want to pay. You get several emails confirming your order, that your order is being prepared, an when it's done. Very simple! All the waffles are half size portions for roughly $7.18. I chose a savory (Gorgonzola Basil) an sweet (Creme Brulee). It was Sooo good! I also got an ice Chai tea which was the opposite! The hostess/server was a sweetheart! I will definitely be back next time I'm in Puerto Rico. My order totaled $20 with tip an if your looking for a place to park, try the La Puntilla Parking. It only cost me $1.75 for about an hour an is a 9 minute walk to the Waffle Era.

    How to order; June 2021
    Heather J.

    Amazing waffles! They have a vegan and Fluten Free batter --- but it runs out, so call ahead. If you're lucky enough to get a GF Waffle, you'll be in heaven! They've got a huge tea selection, and some of the best Ice Coffee in Old San Juan. They have good COVID protocols - including ordering from your table via QR code.

    Cream cheese with pecan Half waffle & bacon!
    Denise T.

    So I had been eating to try this place since we arrived in PR we finally made it our 3rd day here. Upon arrival it was wait but they have no reservation system you just stand outside the restaurant (no one is let inside) and wait tour turn until a table is ready. It took about 30 min then after about 5min of being seated the waitress told us we have to order online they only bring the food out to you that's it. So we ordered and pairs online and probably about 30 minutes later she finally brought our food. I order the cream cheese with pecans half waffle and bacon. The meal was delish but the waiting process could be a deterrence.

    Chicken pesto

    Food was amazing we had a party of 5 and all together we tried the chicken pesto waffle, the Elvis, crème brûlée, Bridget special, spicy mañanero, and caneloide. They were ALL AMAZING. The plates were empty in 10 minutes. Service was great they explain the menu thoroughly and you can tell they are passionate about the food they bring out. There pesto sauce was great, and they make all there sauces in house! I'm upset I can't bring this restaurant back home with me. Definitely stop here and grab some waffles!

    Adele P.

    We had a really nice breakfast here this morning. We both had a half size of the big breakfast, which had the best Manchego cheese and prosciutto with an egg on a waffle. It was hard to decide between the green eggs and ham, and the big breakfast, but the big breakfast won. The coffee was delicious and service was extremely good. Our server was Nicholle and she was great. The space it was really lovely, and we felt very at home. I'm sorry we waited until the last day to come here because I'd love to have a return visit. One more reason to return to San Juan. This restaurant is on San Jose, very close to the Plaza del Armes. It's a great location.

    Morning Breakfast with spinach and manchego. Iced coffee.

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    Excellent food and service! Highly recommended. Everything was delicious and the gluten-free options are great.

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    Very cozy waffle spot with a wide range of options. Friendly staff that seems to really care about your waffle order!

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    Delicious waffles and friendly service!! I got the Nutella waffle half waffle w bacon and it was the perfect amount of food

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    4.4(341 reviews)
    0.9 km
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    Sound for work stuff here for Sunday brunch. The food is absolutely delicious. I had the chicken…read moretrifungo with the mamposteao rice it was absolutely delicious. Great space very nice casual vibe open air. Our Bartender Jorge and his partner Nikki were amazing. When I'm back in Puerto Rico, I will definitely come back here. Be patient there is usually a wait to get in, but it is worth the wait.

    Popped in during a cruise ship port visit. It was maybe a 15-20 min easy walk (bit of street…read moreincline) from the Carnival Jubilee port. We made a reservation in the morning when we docked in San Juan since I read they stay busy. Atmosphere: Upon arrival, there was a short wait for 2 of us. The eatery has inside seating however with 5 full length doors to the outside it feels like an open air kinda eatery. There's a large countertop eating bar in the middle of the restaurant & an additional eating area in the back, but overall it's a pretty small dining spot. Food: Tried to make a few alterations to my dish such as scramble the omlette instead of the traditional fold it & add an over easy egg to the sandwich. They said the kitchen is very particular about the presentation of the food so no "scrambled" omelette & the over easy egg had to be on the side in case the yolk popped on the sandwich before making it to the table. Ok! Veggie omlette was really flavorful. Full of diced veggies. The avocado I added was such a nice consistency. Yes it was ripe but I think it's a different variety of avocado than we tend to get in mainland US. With the omelette plate, I substituted french toast ($6 up charge) for the regular toast. The french toast was soft & fluffy. Very good. The dish also came with a generous portion of hand cut French fries. It would have been better if they were hot but they were still good. My husband got the Cuban sandwich & added an over easy egg & said the sweet plantain on the sandwich was unexpected & really made it quite good. Pricing: Price point may be considered moderate to moderately higher, but you're on holiday and the food & ambiance are good. Breakfast was $78 before tip for 2 entrees (with add ons), 2 specialty coffees, 1 juice & $4 for unlimited filtered water. All in all, it was a heck of a lot of food, tasty, and I left very satisfied. I definitely recommend it!

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    Kaffe Haus

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    0.8 km
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    We stopped in for breakfast after being dropped off nearby from the hotel shuttle. We were seated…read morequickly in a lovely, cozy, exposed brick with stone archways, area. I started with a hot latte. It was delicious. Creamy milk and nice coffee flavor. For breakfast, I chose the traditional French toast which came with fruit and a huge dollop of whipped cream and maple syrup on the side. I scooted the whipped cream to the side but enjoyed the cinnamon flavored egg bread with fresh fruit. We asked our server about interesting places to visit while we walked around San Juan. She was fabulous. Really went over and above to give us walking ideas, get our food to us, and make our visit feel so welcoming. We loved this place.

    This place has been recommended and highly rated, yet our experience here would not lead to us to…read morereturn. We arrived for lunch on a late afternoon when the place was nearly empty. We couldn't choose amongst all the empty tables, because staff were rude and dismissive. AC wasn't working, so we felt the humidity and heat. Ceiling fans weren't cutting it. We got the $25 wagyu burger and $20 Mallorca chicken sandwich, both of which were dry, bland, and underwhelming at best. The burger patty lacked flavor and there was no sauce or any accompaniments besides a very sad, wilted, thin slice of tomato and lettuce leaf. Pretty bad burger! The chicken sandwich was so heavily fried, we almost broke our teeth against the chicken. Insanely salty--we couldn't take more than a few bites. Felt so parched for the rest of the day. Fries were the best part of the meal--so salty and thin.

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    Café Cuatro Sombras - 8oz Latte

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    4.4(614 reviews)
    0.8 km
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    Looked into the top coffee spots of Puerto Rico, this stood out. It doesn't get better than…read morefarm-to-cup type of coffee. AMBIANCE Parking: Old San Juan rules--come early or be ready to walk. Seating: Multiple seating areas for individuals and small groups but it's also a cafe too so there is seating in the back too. Vibes: Clean, modern café with a mix of locals and tourists. You can tell people come here for the coffee, not just to pass through. It leans more intentional and coffee-focused rather than just aesthetic--which I appreciated. FOOD / DRINKS Coquito Frap (Recommend) When in Puerto Rico, Coquito. Creamy, coconut-forward, and lightly spiced--like a frozen coquito with a coffee twist. Sweet, smooth, and definitely more of a dessert drink than a regular latte. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly and efficient. Even with a crowd, things moved quickly. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Solid spot. Great drink options at a reasonable price. They know what they're doing. Whether you're a coffee person or just need a reset, this place delivers. Salute to the Munoz family for sharing their coffee to the world! TIPS * Try their house coffee if you want the full experience--that's what they're known for.

    Café Cuatro Sombras in Old San Juan is a lovely café with wonderful staff and a really welcoming…read moreatmosphere. We loved it so much we actually went twice during our trip - and even made a final stop before heading to the airport to go home. On our first visit, Hector (the roaster) happened to be there, which made the experience feel even more special. The staff overall were all so kind and attentive. The coffee is absolutely excellent - velvety smooth, rich, and delicious. I could easily drink more than one cup. I had a latte, and my husband had a macchiato, and both were great. They have a cute little outdoor atrium seating area, but we preferred indoors where all the comfy pillow seating was. Just a note - they don't offer decaf - but for regular coffee drinkers, it's a must-visit. Such a gem in Old San Juan!

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    La Madre - Steak tacos

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    4.2(701 reviews)
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    We had an amazing meal at La Madre! We ordered the chicken tacos, chicken broth soup, chicken and…read moreshrimp fajitas, cheese quesadilla, fresh watermelon juice, and a watermelon margarita. Every single dish was excellent, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. If you're looking for great Mexican food in Old San Juan, La Madre is definitely worth a visit.

    La Madre in Viejo San Juan really hit the spot when we were all craving something other than hotel…read morefood--and specifically, good Mexican food. It absolutely delivered. The vibe was great, the food was fresh and well made, and the service was friendly overall. A fun bonus: we actually got to see the famous rock band Maná dining there, which was such a cool surprise! We ordered quite a bit--the chips and queso, chips and guac, hot sauce, tamale, rice and beans, kids cheese quesadilla, and veggie fajitas. The kids' quesadilla was a huge hit with our 5-year-old (who is a picky eater and devoured it). The veggie fajitas were decent and tasty, though for the price I would have liked a bit more on the plate in terms of sides. There was a small hiccup where cilantro was accidentally added to one of my dishes, and it did take quite a while for the corrected dish to come out, but they were very kind about it. That said, everything else was enjoyable and the overall experience was still very good. Overall, a great spot for solid Mexican food in Old San Juan with a fun atmosphere and fresh flavors.

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    St. Germain Bistro & Cafe

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    4.5(772 reviews)
    1.1 km
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    Vianca made me a fan for life…read more We arrived really late after our flight and were scrambling to find somewhere to eat. St. Germain Bistro Bar happened to be right across from our Airbnb, and honestly it felt like we got lucky. Even though it was late, they seated us right away and helped us pull together two small tables so our family could sit comfortably. My kids were starving, so that alone was a huge relief. The portions for the kids' pasta and chicken nuggets were a little smaller than expected, but the flavor and quality were excellent. You could tell the food was made with care. I ordered the onion soup and the fried cheese with guava dip and wow. Absolutely delicious. The guava dip especially was incredible. I also had a mojito that was perfectly made. But what really made the night unforgettable was the kindness of the staff. My son had forgotten his inhaler and was having a hard time adjusting to the humidity. He was coughing a lot and clearly uncomfortable. Vianca noticed right away and went out of her way to help. She brought over honey and encouraged him to take a little shot with ginger and honey, then brought hot tea as well. She even suggested things like putting socks on him and using Vicks when we got back. When I mentioned that my kids are half Puerto Rican and their abuela already swears by those remedies, she just lit up and said, "Well you're home then, you already know what to do." That moment really stuck with me. The warmth, the care for kids, the genuine hospitality. It's exactly the kind of Puerto Rican kindness people talk about. The kitchen is small, so service can be a little slower, but it's absolutely worth the wait. The food is great, the drinks are great, and the people make the place special. If you're nearby, definitely stop in. Places like this are why people fall in love with Puerto Rico.

    Does NOT honor reservations. We reserved a table, and then watched another group of young men step…read moreinto the store and sit down at the table we had been promised. The hostess refused to kick them out. I overheard the group behind us who had made a reservation also be denied. After finally being seated, it took over an hour to get our food. The poulet was very good, but the bread we ordered was smeared with a red sauce where it been cut with an obviously dirty knife. At the end of the night, they gave us a free piece of cake on the house, which is the only reason why this review isn't one star. Also, our waitress was really nice and friendly, which raised the mood of the evening considerably. Other than that, though, I'm afraid I can't recommend this restaurant.

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