Diners' Choice: Puerto Rican restaurants in Caribbean

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Puerto Rican cuisine in Caribbean? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Manzana de Java

4.9

4.9 (68)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

Santurce

About the restaurant

Cuisine united by the tropics and common ingredients. Antillean and Caribbean inspiration with touches from Southeast Asia.

Top review

jeniseVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Wow! What an amazing meal! My daughter and I really enjoyed every dish! We ordered a few dishes and I also ordered the bistek, it was huge! I could only eat 1/3 of it because I was full from other items. But I did enjoy it later that night and it was just as good! The service was impeccable and this will be a must for us the next time in town!

Cocina Al Fondo

4.9

4.9 (482)

$30 and under

Puerto Rican

Condado

About the restaurant

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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RosaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We try to eat here every time we are in Puerto Rico because we love it. The food is so great, the octopus, the chicharrones, lamb chops, house rice, tostones, and more. Great mock and cocktails, so delicious. They are so attentive and nice. We love the location in terms of decoration, tropical, like going to someone’s backyard.

Areyto Modern Cuisine By Chef Jason González

4.8

4.8 (211)

$50 and over

Puerto Rican

Condado

About the restaurant

Areyto Modern Cuisine is a local based restaurant with a unique culinary concept designed by our Chef: Jason Gonzalez. We offer unique puertorrican flavors cuisine with international fusions. Areyto offers a great culinary experience, cocktails bar and great service, thanks to this, Areyto has been awarded with the Travelers Choice 2022 and 2023 award from the Trip Advisor platform. Areyto provides a great ambiece for any ocation, from a dinner with friends to a romantic dinner or a business lunch, and our menu is available in lunch & dinner hours. We have a 15 guest capacity room for private dinners or corporate meetings. Areyto offers valet parking service in the evenings.

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OmarVIP

Dined on May 23, 2025

Amazing as always...great service and very good experience.

Bartolo Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (23)

$30 and under

Puerto Rican

San Juan

About the restaurant

Bartolo is a family-owned restaurant in San Juan, Puerto Rico, dedicated to sharing the island's vibrant flavors. Using the freshest ingredients and authentic Puerto Rican sazón, every dish is infused with the essence of the cuisine.

As you enter Bartolo, you'll be welcomed by a warm atmosphere and an open kitchen where chefs craft each dish with passion. The enticing aromas of fresh herbs and spices will awaken your appetite.

The menu celebrates Puerto Rican culinary traditions with dishes like croquetas de morcilla, carne guisada, and pastelón. Beyond the food, Bartolo offers an immersive experience. The friendly staff shares insights about the island's culture and history, making your meal a journey through Puerto Rico.

Whether you're a food enthusiast or seeking authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, Bartolo is the ideal destination. Experience the warmth, hospitality, and delicious flavors that await you.

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Suzanne M

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food and staff!!! Great puertorrican food !!!

Bacoa Finca + Fogón

4.7

4.7 (45)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

San Juan

About the restaurant

Bacoa Finca & Fogon is a restaurant set in a farm that focuses on Puerto Rico culinary heritage! Lead by chefs Raul Correa, Rene Marichal + Xavier Pacheco, Bacoa is set in a beautiful Farm House in Juncos Puerto Rico.

Bacoa Finca & Fogón is centered on a family-style dining experience with simple, approachable, and seasonal food, celebrating Puerto Rico Culinary heritage and beautiful vegetables from our farm, all cooked with natural wood.

We hope you enjoy your experience at Bacoa Finca & Fogón !

Bacoa Finca & Fogón es un restaurante ubicado en una granja que se enfoca en la herencia culinaria de Puerto Rico! Liderado por los chefs Raúl Correa, Rene Marichal y Xavier Pacheco, Bacoa se encuentra en una hermosa casa de campo en Juncos Puerto Rico.

Bacoa Finca & Fogon se centra en una experiencia gastronómica de estilo familiar con comida de temporada, celebrando la herencia culinaria de Puerto Rico y las hermosas verduras de nuestra granja, todo cocinado con madera natural.

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Mark

Dined 3 days ago

Came with my brother for his 75th and my 70th birthday from the moment we walked in the hostess sat us. She was so kind the waitress was fantastic and the meal was top shelf. It was truly a great experience.

Santaella

4.7

4.7 (3991)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

San Juan

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Tony

Dined 4 days ago

Great experience, amazing food, and fun environment! A+

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4.6

4.6 (1099)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

Condado

About the restaurant

Cayo Blanco is a restaurant that features Puerto Rican cuisine, fresh seafood and high-quality steaks (certified angus beef).

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Ann

Dined 3 days ago

Convenient little spot. Once we got going, the service was friendly. Some of the food was fantastic, like the octopus appetizer and the steamed grouper entrée. The kan kan was literally inedible the first time out, and the second go around, took forever and arrived at our table only after everyone was done eating. The steak with chimichurri was fantastic! so it is a bit difficult to recommend unequivocally, but pick and choose, and you might look out with a great meal!

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4.8

4.8 (325)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

Isabela

About the restaurant

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Royal Isabela, Jota by Chef Jeremie is a culinary haven where fresh, local ingredients meet innovative artistry. Chef Jeremie Cruz, a renowned figure in Puerto Rican cuisine, has crafted a menu that celebrates the island's vibrant flavors and his own culinary journey.

Jota's "farm-to-table" philosophy shines through in every dish. The restaurant boasts its own on-site orchard, where Chef Jeremie and his team cultivate a symphony of seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs. This commitment to freshness translates into an unparalleled dining experience, where each bite bursts with the essence of Puerto Rico.

The menu is a testament to Chef Jeremie's creativity and passion. From succulent seafood dishes that reflect the island's rich maritime heritage to innovative fusion creations that push culinary boundaries, Jota offers a tantalizing journey for the palate.

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Stella

Dined 1 day ago

The food was excellent!!!! The variety and quality : exceptional! And Marlon made our brunch truly lovely: sweet and eager to serve, made me feel welcomed and pampered. Thanks!!

La Pícara by Chef Xiomy

4.7

4.7 (9)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

Santurce

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Ediricardo

Dined 1 day ago

La Pícara has quickly become one of our tried and true places for lunch, dinner or to have some of their amazing cocktails.

El Cepo Restaurante Mirador

4.6

4.6 (515)

$31 to $50

Puerto Rican

Lares

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Moises

Dined on May 11, 2025

It was raining really hard, a bit difficult to get in without getting wet, but not really much the restaurant could do. Once inside everything was excellent. The newly added ribs to the menu were outstanding. Not our first visit, but definitely the best experience so far. Rainstorm was creating havoc, but staff stayed on point and provided excellent service and dinner. Highly recommend!

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