Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize

Name: Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize
Address: 1451 Ashford Ave, San Juan, PR, United States, 00907
Telephone: (787) 415-9400
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

254 Reviews

$31 to $50

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CASUAL GOURMET FOOD IN THE HEART OF CONDADO

Balanced & mindful plates made with a Mexican heart and a "glocal" approach. Serving lunch & dinner paired with specialty wines, champagne & signature cocktails. Freshly baked pastries and cakes ready to eat or made to order by renowned chef Paulina Escanes. We serve Brunch on Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(787) 415-9400

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
International, Global, International, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Mon 10:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:00 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(787) 415-9400
Website
http://www.paulinaescanes.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Paulina Escanes

Location
1451 Ashford Ave, San Juan, PR 00907
Neighborhood
Condado / Santurce
Cross street
Ashford Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Tiradito$22.00
Raw wild caught tuna, coconut milk, aji amarillo, garlic confit, pickled red onion, sesame, peruvian choclo, served with a side of Doña Lola blue corn tostadas
Hand Crafted Empanaditas$14.00
Two vegetarian turnovers with cheese, herbs & roasted vegetables or Two ground beef & chicken turnovers
Daily Dip$16.00
Surprising flavors in these handcrafted dips prepared daily in house. Served with warm bread. Ask your server for today's selection!
Paulina's Burger$19.50
Toasted english muffin, vermont cheddar cheese, lemon butter, CUT butcher steak beef patty, side of wedge potato fries
Asopao' Brasileño$38.00
Catch of the day, coconut milk broth, red peppers, cilantro, paprika, saffron & jasmin rice
Torta de Elote Escanes*$32.00
Our Signature delicacy a must-have soufflé-ish corn cake stuffed with cheese & charred chile poblano pepper, served with our house organic salad

Tacos de la casa

Tacos made with award nominee local & organic Doña Lola tortillas with a side of our salsas. 2 Same flavor tacos - $10 | 5 Same flavor tacos - $22.50. Add: Avocado $4

Tacos de Amigos
Grilled shrimp, beer, chorizo, melted cheese
Tacos al Pastor de Pollo
Roasted chicken, cilantro, onion & pineapple
Tacos al Pastor Veganos
Roasted cauliflower, potatoes, cilantro, onion & pineapple
Tacos de Steak
Filet mignon steak tips, melted cheese, red pepper pico de gallo
Tacos de Pescado
Mahi mahi, chipotle mayo, red pepper pico de gallo, caramelized leeks

Salads

Burrata$20.00
Baby tomatoes confit, mango sauce, olive oil with a sourdough toast
La Orgánica$19.50
Mixed organic local greens, 8 minutes boiled egg, applewood smoked bacon, baby tomato, cheese of the day walnuts, dijon vinaigrette

Principales

Build your own meal: pick your protein size

Pescado Amalfi*$35.00
Chef's catch choice, inspired by Amalfi's Summer lemons, toasted capers, clarified butter sauce and fingerling potatoes. Add ons: Different sides (individually priced)
Picanha Angus Steak*$36.00
Roasted tomato & pecans creamy sauce with a side of mash potatoes. Add ons: Different sides (individually priced)
Pollo Tandori$27.00
Paulina's twist of an Indian Classic, grilled chicken, Indian spices, yogurt marinade and warm Naan bread. Add ons: Different sides (individually priced)
Flank Steak con Salsa de Queso$28.00
Grass fed sliced & Triple Crème french cheese sauce and fingerling potatoes. Add ons: Different sides (individually priced)

Sides

House Salad$9.00
Organic local greens, seasonal veggies, dijon vinaigrette
Orzo con Espinaca$11.00
Buttered orzo pasta, spinach, basil & toasted nuts
Buttery Jasmine Rice$9.00
Leeks & white wine jasmine rice
Puré de Papas$11.00
Potato puree, chives, sour cream
French Fried Wedge Potatoes$7.00
Side of ketchup
Seasonal Roasted Veggies$9.00
Pumpkin seed pistou, olive oil & fresh herbs
Sourdough Toast$4.50
Buttered sourdough
Avocado$4.00

Desserts

Pay de Manzana*$14.00
Paulina's mom recipe: green apples, butter & brown sugar with a scrumptious crumble comes with a side of ice cream, served hot
Pay al Limón$12.00
Sweet & sour deliciousness over a cornmeal crust & our silky meringue, best eaten very cold!
Budín de Chocolate Blanco*$14.00
Our famous dessert soft brioche soaked with European white chocolate & salted caramel, served hot
Torta Francesa de Chocolate$12.00
Buttery chocolate cake, served warm with an ice cream scoop

Wine of The Season, Monastrell

Wine of The Season, Monastrell
Depaula Monastrell is a red wine made in the V.T Castilla by Bodegas y Viñedos Ponce. This winery is located in the municipality of Iniesta in the southeast of Cuenca, at the eastern end of Castilla La Mancha. Depaula Monastrell is made from the Monastrell grape from neighboring Jumilla. A vineyard that is located 800 meters above sea level and planted straight ahead in search of the freshness of the area. Depaula Monastrell ferments in 4500-liter wooden vats with its own yeasts and with a little scrape from one of the vineyards. Grape Variation: Monastrell | Origin: Jumilla, Murcia. | Food pairing: Beef
- Bottle$42.00
- Glass$10.00

House Cocktails

Something Like Paloma$16.00
Mezcal, grapefruit liqueur, chile poblano liqueur, lime, fresh grapefruit juice, grapefruit soda
Besos de Mezcal$18.00
Mezcal Amaras Reposado, spiced syrup, chocolate bitters, spices smoke
Playita$14.00
Gin or Vodka, cucumber, thyme, lime, honey syrup
Marle$12.00
Citrus infused gin, Dry Vermouth, Sweet Vermouth , fresh lime, orange juice
Cariñito$14.00
Spiced rum, homemade horchata
Pauer-Ful Margarita$14.00
Reposado tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime, volcanic black salt
Oaxacarita$16.00
Mezcal, chile poblano liqueur, pineapple shrub, fresh lime, tajin rim
¡Hola, Guapa!$14.00
Vodka, Amaretto, lime juice, Caribbean cherry, orange bitters, sparkling wine
Sevilla Spritz$14.00
Tanqueray Sevilla Orange, Giffard Vineyard Peach, sparkling wine, soda

House Mocktails

Wicked Lemonade$10.00
Lime, cucumber, agave, thyme
Maja$8.00
Orgeat, caribbean cherry, lime, orange bitters
Horchata$8.00
Rice, milk, cinnamon
Gingerade$10.00
Ginger, lime, honey

Sparkling Wine

Laurent Perrier Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Champagne, France
- Bottle$120.00
Champagne Brut, Laurent Perrier Brut, Tours-Sur-Marne, France
- Bottle$75.00
- Glass$16.00
Champagne Rosé, Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rose, France
- Bottle$120.00
Cava, La Vida Al Camp, Spain
- Bottle$42.00
- Glass$12.00

White Wine

Godello, O Luar do Sil, Valdeorras, Spain
- Bottle$46.00
Albariño, Leira, Pazo Pondal, Spain
- Bottle$42.00
- Glass$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Sea Pearl, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Bottle$48.00
- Glass$12.00
Pinot Grigio, Illahe, Oregon, USA
- Bottle$52.00

Rosé Wine

Rosé, Estandon Madame, Cotes de Provence, France
- Bottle$48.00
- Glass$12.00

Red Wine

Pinot Noir, Albert Bichot, Bourgogne, France
- Bottle$71.00
Super Tuscan Blend, Farnese Edizione Cinque Autoctoni, Italy
Montepulciano 33%, Primitivo 30%, Sanguiovese 25%, Negroamaro 7%, Malvasia Nera 5%
- Bottle$79.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Coppola Winery, Napa Valley, USA
- Bottle$58.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grounded, Josh Phelps Wines, California, USA
- Bottle$49.00
- Glass$13.00
Blend, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Proprietary Rock, Columbia Valley, USA
- Bottle$52.00

What 254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
Only room for improvement: plates were served at different times. Last one served @ 5 min later.
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redwine
New England
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The amigos tacos were so good we returned two days later. We had the specialty of the house, The Torta de Elote Escanes with carnitas which was a delight. Drinks were tasty, and for dessert we got the Pay de Manzana. Another recipe from Paulina's mom. I wish that we lived closer!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service!
HO
HonestOptimist
Caribbean
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
I was surprised at the quality of food honestly, expected something much better prepared for all the Farm to Table review. No details on what was local from the server. Chicken breast was basic - a packaged breast, bland. Flavor came from the 2 sauces on top which were mediocre. Served with slices of basic Naan bread. No veggies on plate. Not worth the $27 paid. Service was excellent. First time there, we've heard great things but not excited to go back for food..
CL
CinL
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Absolutely delicious, lovely space, and a really great overall experience. The service was a little hands off, but I would definitely recommend it!
O
Osvaldo
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food. $$$. Great ambiance. Very clean and awesome location. Easy parking.
GM
GermanMoyer
Caribbean
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Wonderfully prepared light meals with flavorful punch! Paulina is always a. great option.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious!!!!! Good quality and quantity for what you paying.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience, they helped me pick my drinks! Tried the espresso martini and the Hola Guapa! Top notch preparation and speed. Food is really good , fresh and well presented. One of san Juan’s best brunch spot for sure! Def will go back!
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Girl49erfan
Washington DC
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We reserved an outdoor spot and were seated quickly. We ordered our first drinks (Paloma drink wasn’t a hit but everything else was). Appetizer was empanaditas were tasty. For meals, flank steak was good, orzo side was fantastic, entree salad was large and delicious and tandoori chicken was a different take and good. We were too full for dessert! The street noise was a little annoying at times but it was still so nice to be outside.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The corn cake is outstanding. Good cocktails and chic discreet vibe
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the service to the food everything was excellent. The savory pudding and the pancakes were amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the most enjoyable dinners I have had in years- the flavors - the quality- a place you need to go
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Love Love Paulina’s Brunch!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
I was overall expecting more value from the food vs. price. Soup of the day was good. The plantilla in the fish taco was very hard.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was excellent and food was very good
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome time and service!!
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Jacks
Miami
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Everything was very good however they close at 9 pm which seems way too early
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ruben was great! Will come back again on my next visit
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HET3777
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Enjoyable, delicious meal while in San Juan. Definitely recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great.
SB
StaceyB
Orlando
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing brunch experience. The food was absolutely incredible. We sat outside under large umbrellas that were perfect to enjoy our meals and cocktails. They make their own bloody mary mix and it's delicious. You should definitely check this place out.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought out of town visitors
SC
SarahC
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful meal, outstanding pancakes and chicaquiles!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Really tasty food, drinks were good too but expensive and slow to serve, and they didn’t have ingredients to make my top two choices from the menu. Overall more on the expensive side, but nice ambiance and experience.
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CindyH
Atlanta Metro
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food is always amazing ! Desserts are all incredible
AC
AnneC
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful food and lovely service. A must do in San Juan.
AH
AnnaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was some of the most delicious food I have ever eaten. Chef Escanes is amazing!
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Foodtester
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Buena comida, pero nos pasaron a una mesa sucia y la limpiaron encima de nosotros (con lo que eso implica). Nos sentaron con rapidez, aun con reservación, para poder sentar a varios walk-ins. Pidieron repetir la orden ya pasado varios minutos de haber pedido. Al final pedimos la cuenta y una caja para llevar la comida, al tiempo preguntaron si estábamos bien y tuvimos que pedir la cuenta y el envase nuevamente. La comida estuvo buena y es pet-friendly así que volveré.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall1food5service1ambience2
No paper menu available or QR Code available
MN
MarniN
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience3
The food was interesting and very good but the service experience, in particular the clear distaste for children was truly disappointing and enough to make our group not want to ever go back. I was shocked and embarrassed at having taken our friends. Despite the good food, will not be returning and would never go there with children.
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DougB
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant especially the fish tacos, flank steak and the deserts are awesome
E
Edanilka
Caribbean
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ir a Paulina siempre es agradable, se come rico y la comida es de buenísima calidad. No te ajoran para que termines, por lo que lo tomas con calma. Los empleados son muy amables.
TG
TanyaG
Caribbean
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
The best pancakes Ive ever had and the services was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was good. Average wait time. Servers were attentive. Overall great experience. Would recommend and go back.
MH
MaritzaH
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the service was great!!!!
R
Rebecca
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our meal was fantastic! We each had the catch of the day and finished off with the chocolate cake. Will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh and local
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was unreal!!
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EMS1
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An outstanding meal in a lovely setting. Servers were friendly and attentive. Wine selections were reasonable AND delicious and the food ... YUM! Try it for sure but make a reservation - it's a hot spot!

FAQs

Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (787) 415-9400.

Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize is rated 4.8 stars by 254 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(787) 415-9400

Google Map for Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize

1451 Ashford Ave, San Juan, PR 00907

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Ashford Avenue
Neighborhood
Condado / Santurce
Hours of operation
Mon 10:00 am–9:00 pm Tue, Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:00 am–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm
Cuisines
International, Global, International, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Paulina Escanes
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.paulinaescanes.com/
Phone number
(787) 415-9400

Paulina Escanes - Gourmandize

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Specialty Plates

Tiradito$22.00

Hand Crafted Empanaditas$14.00

Daily Dip$16.00

Paulina's Burger$19.50

Asopao' Brasileño$38.00

Torta de Elote Escanes*$32.00

Tacos de la casa

Tacos de Amigos

Tacos al Pastor de Pollo

Tacos al Pastor Veganos

Tacos de Steak

Tacos de Pescado

Salads

Burrata$20.00

La Orgánica$19.50

Principales

Pescado Amalfi*$35.00

Picanha Angus Steak*$36.00

Pollo Tandori$27.00

Flank Steak con Salsa de Queso$28.00

Sides

House Salad$9.00

Orzo con Espinaca$11.00

Buttery Jasmine Rice$9.00

Puré de Papas$11.00

French Fried Wedge Potatoes$7.00

Seasonal Roasted Veggies$9.00

Sourdough Toast$4.50

Avocado$4.00

Desserts

Pay de Manzana*$14.00

Pay al Limón$12.00

Budín de Chocolate Blanco*$14.00

Torta Francesa de Chocolate$12.00

Wine of The Season, Monastrell

Wine of The Season, Monastrell

House Cocktails

Something Like Paloma$16.00

Besos de Mezcal$18.00

Playita$14.00

Marle$12.00

Cariñito$14.00

Pauer-Ful Margarita$14.00

Oaxacarita$16.00

¡Hola, Guapa!$14.00

Sevilla Spritz$14.00

House Mocktails

Wicked Lemonade$10.00

Maja$8.00

Horchata$8.00

Gingerade$10.00

Sparkling Wine

Laurent Perrier Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Champagne, France

Champagne Brut, Laurent Perrier Brut, Tours-Sur-Marne, France

Champagne Rosé, Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rose, France

Cava, La Vida Al Camp, Spain

White Wine

Godello, O Luar do Sil, Valdeorras, Spain

Albariño, Leira, Pazo Pondal, Spain

Sauvignon Blanc, Sea Pearl, Marlborough, New Zealand

Pinot Grigio, Illahe, Oregon, USA

Rosé Wine

Rosé, Estandon Madame, Cotes de Provence, France

Red Wine

Pinot Noir, Albert Bichot, Bourgogne, France

Super Tuscan Blend, Farnese Edizione Cinque Autoctoni, Italy

Cabernet Sauvignon, Coppola Winery, Napa Valley, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon, Grounded, Josh Phelps Wines, California, USA

Blend, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Proprietary Rock, Columbia Valley, USA

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