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Bocca Osteria Romana, San Juan, PR

Bocca Osteria Romana

4.3
4.3
409 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Bocca is a true Roman experience that stems from simplicity and richness.

We follow traditional techniques that allow our guests to embrace the culinary experience of a classic osteria Romana. We prepare our pastas, sauces and broths daily, ensuring both freshness and quality for your meal. Our kitchen staff is trained to follow proper Roman methods such as not using cream in our dishes and serving every pasta “al dente”.

We hope our advocacy for traditionalism satisfies every guest from appetizer to desert. Thank you for considering Bocca as your next meal, we look forward to serving you soon.

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (787) 727-8017
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    For catering options, please email us at boccaosteriapr@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please email us at boccaosteriapr@gmail.com

What 409 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Neighborhood gem

  • Puerto Rico

    Neighborhood gem

409 Reviews
  1. MiguelM

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Servicio fatal. Solo llegaron dos de los cuatro platos de comida ordenados. Para colmo uno de ellos salió básicamente el Salmón quemado. Mi hijo no se lo pudo comer. Overprice para la calidad y servicio que ofrecen. Debut y despedida.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience3
    If you are hungry, dont go there. Food had a good taste but TERRiBLE service. We had a reservation for 4 and waited around 20 for someone to come to the table and take order for drinks and food. Ordered 1 appetizer and 4 entrees. Food took like an hour to come and no one came back to refill drinks or ask anything during all that time. Appetizer never got there until after we had eaten and someone needed ice and salt and we had to get up to the bar to ask for it because not even waiving at waivers to come got their attention. Couldnt get their attention to come and settle the bill, again had to get up to chase someone to pay. Overall good food, but not worth the hassle.

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  3. NicoleR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a good time was perfect 10/10 service was good and friendly will definitely come back but if you looking for authentic pasta come here

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  4. CarlosCotto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A+++ Excellent

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  5. JohannaM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    Comida tardó mucho, no tenía sabor. Era uno de los restaurantes favoritos pero se ha dañado. Deben poner más énfasis en el sabor de las pastas. Éramos al final un grupo de 6 y todos salimos decepcionados. Eso si las 2 meseras que estaban, eran excelentes. El bartender un poco antipático.

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  6. WandalisP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excelente servicio y la comida espectacular. Mantienen la consistencia en todos sus platos. Recomendado!

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  7. Daph

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience1
    Regresaría por la comida. Demasiado sabrosa, creativa, fresca. 10/10 Pero el ambiente y el servicio no me encantó. Desorganizado. Mucho ruido.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Underwhelming experience, they did not have a few dishes which I can understand because of supply issues. the carbonara pasta was not good, it was too salty for my liking.

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  9. Roberto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Todo excelente la pasta muy buena y el postre perfecto

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  10. MDEH

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    Way too loud could barely hear the person next to me. Food was fine but nothing special. And they charged me an extra $160 for a bottle of wine when we didn’t even order wine, made me wait 10 mins to fix the bill and didn’t even offer anything for the inconvenience. Will not be returning.

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  11. sariego

    New York Area

    94 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Spaghetti cooked Al dente perfectly with a delicious amatriciana sauce, every bite a delight. My husband ordered a special penne with the creamiest sauce, just amazing. The bread, so fresh. We try to visit every time we come to PR, it is a neighborhood gem.

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  12. MarielaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    food was amazing! everything felt fresh and was more than we expected

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelente restautante. Nos gusto mucho la comida..

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  14. PuroOro

    Dallas

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was great, will go back many times. U wish they had parking.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We wanted to have Osobuco, and it was excellent! Just like the last time. Also, the Carbonara took us back to when we were in Trastevere 🇮🇹. Delicious Roman cuisine 💫

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  16. JosieC

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Italian food on island! great service and great atmosphere! Very accommodating to customers!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    They service was not good, I’m not sure if it had to do with other big tables they were tending to. The food was blah, nothing special….. based on the reviews I was expecting better… At Olive Garden’s level..

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  18. EdwinT

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food was superb, and the service was good. Good selection of local beer.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    if you’re gluten free or lactose intolerant i don’t recommend

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Service could definitely be better, but the food was excellent!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bocca never disappoints. Amazing taste and service.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoint! Best pasta in town, home made fresh focaccia and pizzeta and the tiramisú is sooo good.

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  23. RicardoA

    Caribbean

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You can’t go wrong here. Every time their pasta is excellent. Their ossobuco was very tender and mouthwatering. The ragú is creamy, thick and very tasty.

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  24. MichaelK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Love the vibe. Love the food, especially the pumpkin ravioli special. Loiza street is not exactly luxurious but it hides great places like this.

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  25. MDPB

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Roman Trattoria in the center of Loiza street.

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  26. mtmiriam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Burrata and the chocolate cake is amazing.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best Italian food in PR! The carbonara is actually the best pasta ever

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  28. MagdaM

    Caribbean

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    Bocca’s service was terrible with the waitress not sharing what items from the menu were not available until we ordered them, the drinks came out wrong, and she left us completely unattended for the second half of our dinner. She did not offer any desert or coffee. Food used to be perfect. This time the osso buco came out with a cold center. The restaurant used to be our favorite Italian place in San Juan. Will not be back for a long time.

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  29. Heriberto

    Caribbean

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Real nice place with fantastic Italian food. Had the lasagna, a guilty pleasure. the Ossobuco was very nice as well. The prices fair and the service was fast very good and friendly.

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  30. luv2eat

    Caribbean

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Food below average. We expected more. Salad had lots of pepper and salt. Lasagna was not all that impressive. Drinks were good. Understaffed And slow service.

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  31. Nacho

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Not as usual with some of the plates but everything else good like always.

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  32. JosieC

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Italian everything. Great food and wine. Great customer service. Always a great place to dine. Nothing but lovely!

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  33. JosieC

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Italian everything! Love the food, wine, and great staff!

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  34. JeromyN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal dining experience! Excellent service, absolutely delicious food, and the best Old-Fashioned I've ever had. Will return next time we're in Puerto Rico.

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  35. JaimeS

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    4th time there... Therefore i can testify about their consistency. The staff always efficient, happy and kind. Plenty of beautiful family scenes like the ones of the owner with his baby on his lap while dealing with the restaurant affairs. Great winea without a doubt... And the food which no words will be enough to describe how flavorful and colorful was.... The Carbonara is at a Virtuoso level. The dish was skillfully executed and the presentation clean and elegant. The Pizzeta.. Well, i just cant eat only one... 2 is the magic number. Pumpkin Raviolis the closest thing to an epiphany. The Beef Tenderloin cooked flawlessly along with a tasty puree. Everything happened smoothly and always with smile. They are just getting better and better... This people are not only contributing with the comnercial ecosystem of the zone but they are also creating a new benchmark in the local italian cuisine food fare. Kudos to them!!! Jaime Sanchez

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was incredible from the moment we walked in. Several greetings. Great recommendations based on our interests. The service was top of line. We had an appetizer, 2 main courses, dessert, and a bottle of wine. Every bite and sip were well done. Loved our experience. Thank you!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Very disappointing experience. We waited 30 for our wine, another hour for the food. This was a Sunday. We four out food, my girlfriend nearly chipped her tooth on a small broken shell in the clam pasta dish. We had toe send it back. My food was not seasoned. The “home made” bread was hard and tasted stale. For dessert they only had one option left. It was bad y’all, save your money and time. Cuevo Del Mar up the street is way better or tacos/drinks at Acapulco

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious and dependable restaurant with warm service. Great for family dinners and long conversations.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Apetizers were mid (avarage), main dishes were outstanding! Service was good and attentive but gets really slow if its close to a full house.

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  40. Rafa

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best place for outstanding italian food and fun ambiance!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Bocca Osteria Romana using the Order Online button.

Bocca Osteria Romana is rated 4.3 stars by 409 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bocca Osteria Romana

2012 Calle Loíza, San Juan, PR 00911-1845

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San Juan
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Phone number
    (787) 727-8017
  • Catering
    For catering options, please email us at boccaosteriapr@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please email us at boccaosteriapr@gmail.com
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