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1. Andaluz
4.5
Awesome(91)
Price: Expensive
• International • San Juan
Booked 3 times today
We invite you to embark on an immersive dining experience that bridges the rich cultural legacies of Andalucía, Spain, and Puerto Rico. Nestled at the gateway of Old San Juan, within the Alma San Juan hotel, Andaluz celebrates the deep historical ties between these two regions. Our menu is a tribute to shared history with Moorish influence, blending the bold, sun-drenched flavors of Andalusian cuisine with the vibrant ingredients of Puerto Rico, locally and sustainably sourced. From the prized azafrán of Spain to the comforting sofrito of Puerto Rico, each dish tells the story of a culinary journey rooted in centuries of cultural exchange.Surrounded by original Puerto Rican artwork and evocative images of Old San Juan and Spanish landscapes, every visit to Andaluz is a celebration of flavors, history, and culture, where the past and present converge seamlessly.
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2. Mar y Rosa
4.5
Awesome(253)
Price: Expensive
• International • San Juan
Booked 20 times today
Welcome to Mar y Rosa by Chef Jose Mendin, where the culinary journey is as vibrant as the island itself. Born to parents with a deep appreciation for cuisine, Chef Mendin's passion for cooking blossomed into a remarkable career that has taken him from Puerto Rico to prestigious culinary institutions and international ventures. Drawing inspiration from his rich heritage, Chef Mendin crafts each dish with a visionary touch, reinventing classic recipes with an irresistible Puerto Rican flair.Our rooftop haven, perched above the enchanting vistas of Old San Juan, provides the perfect backdrop for our elevated dining experience. With a commitment to locally and sustainably sourced ingredients, every bite is infused with authenticity and care. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable celebration of flavors and hospitality, where the spirit of the island comes alive in every dish. Welcome to a dining experience like no other.
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3. Sofia’s Old San Juan
4.5
Awesome(138)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old San Juan
Booked 8 times today
Located at #364 Fortaleza Street, Sofia’s Old San Juan is the only Italian Steakhouse. It Brings New Flavors and Flair to The Traditional Italian Cuisine, a Combination of International Flavors, Prime Beef Cuts and The Best Service in Town Will Place Sofia’s as the Hottest Restaurant in Old San Juan. Join Us and Discover the Flavors of Sofia’s Old San Juan.
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4. Vaca Brava - Old San Juan
3.5
Very Good(169)
Price: Moderate
• Puerto Rican • San Juan
Booked 2 times today
Vaca Brava is the most famous Puerto Rican steakhouse that spice your experience with farm to table ingredients and the heartfelt jíbaro hospitality. The platters themselves are grandiose odes to local comfort food, chicken wrapped in churrasco, wrapped in bacon and smothered in cheddar cheese. Try it family style or go for it solo with classic dishes like mofongo with carne frita. Kick back with a refreshing flavored mojitos like mango, strawberry and the shockingly good apple. Reserve today!
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5. Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.9
Exceptional(7880)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • San Juan
Booked 33 times today
Please note Marmalade only offers tasting menus, we do not offer children's menu or a la carte.GROUPS OF 5 OR LESS, 5 course dinner. All guests pay full price including children, price is per seat.GROUPS OF 6 OR MORE, Fixed Group tasting menu . All guests pay full price including children, price is per seat.Marmalade does not accept Discover credit cards
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6. Santaella
4.7
Exceptional(3931)
Price: Expensive
• Puerto Rican • San Juan
Booked 79 times today
Chef José Santaella refined his culinary expertise with top chefs like Ferrán Adrià, Eric Ripert, and Gary Danko. His years of apprenticeships and a thriving catering career led to opening *Santaella* in Santurce’s La Placita Marketplace. The restaurant offers a rustic yet elegant atmosphere, with exposed brick walls, Edison lights, an indoor garden, and a stylish bar. Chef Santaella creatively combines local and international ingredients, crafting Puerto Rican nouvelle cuisine. The tapas-focused menu features favorites like ahi tuna skewers, goat cheese quesadillas, crab-topped ‘alcapurrias,’ and foie gras terrine with fruit jelly. Known for its vibrant ambiance, *Santaella* also boasts one of the island’s best cocktail bars, with expertly crafted drinks by its skilled mixologists. Praised as a culinary treasure in San Juan, *Santaella* impresses with "amazing food," "exceptional service," and "top-tier cocktails." Ideal for special events or memorable evenings, it’s a must-visit.
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7. Tavola Condado Trattoria Local
4.7
Exceptional(198)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • San Juan
Booked 17 times today
Tavola trattoria is a very cozy place in the heart of Condado, Puerto Rico with delicious homemade Italian dishes. Our menu included artisan pizzettas, fresh seafood, risottos and homemade pasta everyday with fresh ingredients. You need to try our famous appetizers like Carpaccio di Manzo, eggplant involtini, truffle mac & cheese, Manchego croquettes and fry burrata. Tavola also have our customers favorites like the half boneless chicken al Forno and the carbonara pasta. Don't forget to try the creme brulé and the chocolate cake.
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8. SOCIAL
4.2
Awesome(941)
Price: Expensive
• International • Condado
Booked 6 times today
A dynamic dining destination, SOCIAL is a casual restaurant where innovative food, ambiance, and service are not just experienced but remembered. We dress your table to impress... You dress to express! Our elevated menu features locally inspired flavors with global influence and handcrafted cocktails precisely prepared by our Master Mixologists; the perfect dining experience.Located in Condado Ocean Club, an oceanfront inspired enclave. SOCIAL offers indoor and outdoor settings. Enjoy escaping views of the Atlantic and the sounds of the waves as you dine in a vibrant ambiance with youthful sophistication.
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9. Cocina Al Fondo
4.9
Exceptional(446)
Price: Moderate
• Puerto Rican • Condado
Booked 24 times today
Cocina al Fondo offers a unique sensorial journey that is meant for everyone to enjoy. Our rotating, seasonally-inspired plates—from the most simple to the most complex dish—encourage wellbeing: of our bodies, minds, and soul. Nature, art, the lyrical essence of our island, the aromas, and our colorful, intense Caribbean heritage are all imbued into every element of our cuisine. We proffer an escape through a festive, gastronomic journey that reinterprets Puerto Rican cuisine through a bold new narrative of fortitude, tenacity, and, of course, taste.
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10. Cocina Abierta
4.7
Exceptional(2159)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • San Juan
Booked 18 times today
We are an interactive culinary environment.At our restaurant we create and interpret the culinary ideas inspired from different cultures, products, and techniques. Our always evolving menu is a result of the interaction and interchange of different experiences. An open kitchen, eclectic and without limitations. Because cooking is our passion.Historically cooking evolved through the interaction and exchange of cultures. Through this premise and advances in technology our project, Cocina Abierta, was born, designed for the sharing and development for our passion.Cocina Abierta is a restaurant and school.

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