Mario Pagan Restaurant

Name: Mario Pagan Restaurant
Address: 1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR, United States, 00907
Telephone: (787) 522-6444
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1351)

$31 to $50

International

1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR 00907

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

Indulgent and innovative, Mario Pagán Restaurant offers a modern Puerto Rican gastronomic experience unlike any other. Located in the heart of Condado, Puerto Rico, Chef Pagán's signature restaurant is a true reflection of the island's rich cultural heritage, where international techniques and local ingredients mingle in exquisite dishes and lavish drinks. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a night out on the town, Mario Pagán Restaurant is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression that transcends borders and cultures.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Puerto Rican, Caribbean
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(787) 522-6444
Website
http://www.mariopagan.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR 00907
Neighborhood
Condado
Parking details
$10.00 per car
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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JUMBO LUMP CRAB YAUTIA FRITURAS, MANGO PAPAYA$14.00
CASSAVA A.K.A. YUCA FRITA, BLACK TRUFFLE PILÓN AÏOLI $12.00
ELOTE CORN SORULLITOS, OAXACA, COTIJA CREMA, CHILE$12.00
LAMB CONFIT SPRING ROLLS, PEANUT TAMARINDO YOGURT$12.00
GOUDA BOLITAS, PAPAYA CORIANDER PRESERVE, MALDON $12.00
TUNA TARTARE, PLANTAIN TOSTONES, LEMONGRASS MAYO $12.00
FISH ALCAPURRIAS, PICKLED ONIONS, SOFRITO TARTAR, PIQUE$12.00
PETITE BEEF WELLINGTONS, DUXELLES, PORT WINE KETCHUP$19.00

Taste

Soup of the Day$12.00
BORICUA FISH & CHIPS $21.00
Minuta Literally Yellowtails, Adobo, Yuca Fries, Yuzu Coriander Tartar
ARÚGULA CON PARCHA $15.00
Arugula, Papaya, Goat Cheese, Warm Pancetta, Nutmeg Passion Fruit
ALBÓNDIGAS DE CONEJO $18.00
Rabbit Meatballs, Sage Broth, Fennel Shallot Escabeche, Kalamata
REMOLACHA AHUMADA $16.00
Warm Brussel Sprouts, Smoked Beets, Pine Nut Pistou, Queso Blanco
MEJILLONES Y ALMEJAS $21.00
Clams, Mussels, Anatto Caldo, Fennel al Ajillo, Chorizo Butter Toasts
CALABAZA CON SAUCO $15.00
Guacabo Watercress, Honey Rum Roasted Pumpkin, Burrata, Basil Pesto, Elderflower Balsamic Reduction
MI ENSALADILLA RUSA $35.00
Tuna Sashimi, Cold Ñame Mash, Fried Egg Emulsion, Capers, Osetra
PULPO CON LENTEJAS $23.00
Octopus Confit, Beluga Lentil Hummus, Cilantro Chimi, Sweet Pimentón

Eat

ATÚN, BERENJENA Y PISTACHIO $52.00
Porcini Crusted Tuna, Eggplant Chips, Pistachio Cilantro, Oyster, Boniato
COLIRRUBIA Y RABO DE BUEY $38.00
Yellowtail Snapper Oxtail Cazuela, Viandas al Mojo, Chipolinni, Ox Au Jus
LUBINA, YUCA Y FOIE GRAS $58.00
Black Chilean Sea Bass, Truffled Yuca Mousse, Asparagus, Port Foie Gras
BACALAO EN MISO DE COCO $42.00
Coconut Miso Cod, Saffron Basil Marble Emulsion, White Rice Provencal Pegaíto
LANGOSTINOS $46.00
Langoustines, Yellow Corn Arepitas, Moqueca Fish Sauce, Flora, Cancha
MOFONGO DE LANGOSTA $52.00
Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Brown Butter Thermidor Sauce, Yuca Mofongo, Shiitake Bacon
EMPANADA DE POLLO $32.00
Almond Crusted Chicken Breast, Truffle Juice Velouté, Green Plantain Tostones
CHULETÓN CON FUFÚ $48.00
Kurobuta Double Pork Chop, Tamarindo Glaze, Sweet Ripe Plantain Bacon Fufú
CANELÓN DE CABRITO $38.00
Goat Cannelloni, Burrata, Oregano Brujo Pesto, Au Jus, Coriander Butter Toast
CONFITADO DE CORDERO $42.00
Shoulder Lamb Confit, Cauliflower Goat Cheese Spinach Risotto, Lingonberries
FILETE DE RES CON APIO $56.00
Angus Beef Filet, Local Celeriac Gnocchi, Stilton Crema, Tempranillo Reduction

PEGAITOS

a.k.a. Crispy Rice

DE GAMBA Y LONGANIZA $31.00
Local Pork Sausage, Rock Shrimp, Shimeji, Lactose Aïoli
DE ARROZ CON POLLO $26.00
Adobo Chicken Thighs, Sofrillo, Pitipuá, Piquillo Peppers, Stewed Beans, Arañitas
CHRISTMAS IN A BOWL $28.00
Blood Sausage, Pork Belly, Fennel, Egg White, Avocado

Sides

Verduras Al Mojo$10.00
Local Roots, Escabeche Onions
Tostones$6.00
Double Fried Green Plantains or Breadfruit
Avocado$8.00
Pickled Purple Onions

What 1,351 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Caribbean
Good for special occasions
Puerto Rico
Good for special occasions
Puerto Rico
International

Review summary

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Mario Pagán Restaurant offers a "true foodie experience" with "delicious, inventive Puerto Rican cuisine" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about "fantastic" dishes like the sea bass and chocolate soufflé. The restaurant provides a "culinary gem" in San Juan with a "warm atmosphere" and "impeccable service," making it highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

1,351 Reviews

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Roberto
Caribbean1 review
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and I must say, the experience was outstanding. The service from start to finish was truly amazing—friendly, attentive, and professional. The food was fantastic, with each dish prepared with care and great flavor. We tried the chocolate soufflé for dessert, which was good, though it could have been a bit richer to reach perfection. Still, it was a satisfying end to the meal. One of the highlights of the evening was the bar experience. If you’re dining with your partner and don’t mind sitting at the bar, I highly recommend it. The service there was exceptional—efficient, warm, and personalized. The drinks were also a standout—well-crafted and delicious. Overall, this place is a definite go-to. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner or just a great night out with excellent food and drinks, you won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended!
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Robert VIP
West Palm Beach48 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and dining experience that lived up to everything we were told before arriving. The portion sizes are on par with every other fine dining restaurant so no surprise there. The composition of the ingredients was perfect and drinks were very good too. If you are looking for an excellent meal away from all the chain restaurants, this is it.
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Michael VIP
Caribbean16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always amazing food and service, one of the best restaurants in PR!!!
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Michelle
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
An unforgettable meal—nearly perfect. The food was incredible, starting with the complimentary bread and bacalao chips—an unexpected treat. The drinks were excellent, the ceviche special was out of this world, and the lump crab appetizers were equally impressive. We had the bacalao (cod) served with white rice pegado—absolutely 10/10. The service was warm and attentive—Stephanie and the rest of the team took great care of us. Our only disappointment was the restaurant’s decision to allow a couple to seat their 16-year-old pet dog at the table, in a cloth chair, as if it were a human guest. As someone who works in accessibility, I can say with confidence this was not a service animal. The man fed the dog by hand and then licked his fingers before continuing his own meal. While the dog was well-behaved, the choice to permit this detracted from an otherwise exceptional experience. If the restaurant allows non-service animals to dine at the table, it should be clearly stated—so diners can make an informed choice.
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Erin VIP
Detroit / Eastern Michigan13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great location in Condado. Service was superior from the moment we walked in. The cocktails were amazing. The staff is very well coordinated. Everyone pitches in to help with the tables. Great teamwork is really fun to see, especially in a hospitality environment. The food was so good! I had a double pork chop with a guava glaze and fufu. It was cooked to the doneness I requested. Wonderful! My wife had the chicken empanada. We also had a great and fresh arugula salad. They brought out bacalaitos and bread. Great way to start the meal. The bacalaitos were crispy and the bread was hot and served with herbed butter. Our server then surprised us with soursop sorbet. It was really good and just the right touch to finish an amazing meal. We will definitely be back to Mario Pagan’s. If you are looking for a truly wonderful dining experience in Condado, I recommend making a reservation. You’ll be glad you did.
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Howard VIP
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent dining experience. One of the absolute best restaurants in San Juan.
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Karen VIP
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kevin & Israel the bartenders are absolutely amazing!! Great drink, wine & food suggestions! The sea bass with foie Grau is delicious. The bread and fish chips are good enough to be a meal. Please don’t miss this place! Make a reservation though even a lowly Tuesday, busy because it’s a foodie destination for sure.
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Steve
Coastal Georgia1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal in an elegant restaurant with tremendous food choices and quality. Highly recommend
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Katina
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. What a wonderful way to try a twist on cultural dishes blended with a Mediterranean style. Our waitress was so helpful, she reviewed all my allergies and sensitivities with the chef and they made an amazing meal for me. I was too full for dessert, but they even had fresh sorbet options that were dairy free too.
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Elaine VIP
West Palm Beach1 review
5.0
Dined on June 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and excellent service. One of the best restaurants on the island.
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FAQs

Mario Pagan Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (787) 522-6444.

Mario Pagan Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1351 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 9 times today

1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR 00907

Additional information

Neighborhood
Condado
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
International, Puerto Rican, Caribbean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
$10.00 per car
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mariopagan.com/
Phone number
(787) 522-6444

Mario Pagan Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Bites

JUMBO LUMP CRAB YAUTIA FRITURAS, MANGO PAPAYA$14.00

CASSAVA A.K.A. YUCA FRITA, BLACK TRUFFLE PILÓN AÏOLI $12.00

ELOTE CORN SORULLITOS, OAXACA, COTIJA CREMA, CHILE$12.00

LAMB CONFIT SPRING ROLLS, PEANUT TAMARINDO YOGURT$12.00

GOUDA BOLITAS, PAPAYA CORIANDER PRESERVE, MALDON $12.00

TUNA TARTARE, PLANTAIN TOSTONES, LEMONGRASS MAYO $12.00

FISH ALCAPURRIAS, PICKLED ONIONS, SOFRITO TARTAR, PIQUE$12.00

PETITE BEEF WELLINGTONS, DUXELLES, PORT WINE KETCHUP$19.00

Taste

Soup of the Day$12.00

BORICUA FISH & CHIPS $21.00

ARÚGULA CON PARCHA $15.00

ALBÓNDIGAS DE CONEJO $18.00

REMOLACHA AHUMADA $16.00

MEJILLONES Y ALMEJAS $21.00

CALABAZA CON SAUCO $15.00

MI ENSALADILLA RUSA $35.00

PULPO CON LENTEJAS $23.00

Eat

ATÚN, BERENJENA Y PISTACHIO $52.00

COLIRRUBIA Y RABO DE BUEY $38.00

LUBINA, YUCA Y FOIE GRAS $58.00

BACALAO EN MISO DE COCO $42.00

LANGOSTINOS $46.00

MOFONGO DE LANGOSTA $52.00

EMPANADA DE POLLO $32.00

CHULETÓN CON FUFÚ $48.00

CANELÓN DE CABRITO $38.00

CONFITADO DE CORDERO $42.00

FILETE DE RES CON APIO $56.00

PEGAITOS

DE GAMBA Y LONGANIZA $31.00

DE ARROZ CON POLLO $26.00

CHRISTMAS IN A BOWL $28.00

Sides

Verduras Al Mojo$10.00

Tostones$6.00

Avocado$8.00

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