Gabriela & Scott
Eat & Drink
La Factoría Bar
148 C. de San Sebastián, San Juan PR 00901
Cocktails & classic bar bites dished up in a vibrant hangout with a rustic-chic vibe. Bar opens around 11:30 am,if you plan to go the earlier in the day the better.
El Batey Bar
101 C. del Cristo, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
The local version of Whiskey Trader, Snafu, or Hair of the Dog. For non-NYers, think cheap dive bar (Scott's favorite bar that he really wanted to highlight).
La Placita de Santurce
205 Calle Jose M. Rafucci Morales, San Juan, 00907
During the day it's a market place with some open restaurants. In the evening, it's a becomes lively area with tons of bars and restaurants. Great for bar hoping and large groups!
Coffee Shops
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ARYA Rooftop
#55 Cll Barranquitas, San Juan, 00907
Rooftop bar with a great view of the Condado Lagoon.
Vianda
1413 PR-25, San Juan 00907, Puerto Rico
https://www.viandapr.com/
Lote 23
1552 PR-25, San Juan, 00909, Puerto Rico
Lote 23 is a gastronomic park located in the heart of Santurce that highlights the culinary and cultural offer of Puerto Rico.
Santaella
219 C. Canals, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
Another charmer in La Pacita, Santaella is an energetic restaurant as popular for its social element as the culinary one. The focus of the latter is on Puerto Rican dishes fuelled by locally sourced ingredients, creating a truly San Juan experience that also happens to be magnificently delicious.
Kasalta
1966 McLeary Ave, San Juan, 00911, Puerto Rico
Kasalta is a must for breakfast in Ocean Park. They offer a delicious fusion of Spanish and Caribbean cuisine and feature local favorites such as Cuban sandwiches and Spanish mallorcas. (Fun fact: President Barack Obama had breakfast here during his last visit to the island.)
La Casita Blanca
351 C. Tapia, San Juan, 00912, Puerto Rico
Traditional Puerto Rican food. Some days, you're in the mood for something fancy, other days all you want is grandma's cooking. On those days, come here.
Raya
55 Cll Barranquitas, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
A Caribbean Asian restaurant brings the spirit of Asia to the heart of Puerto Rico. Takes you into a vibrant world of fresh fusion food created by our locally famous chef, Mario Pagan.
Jose Enrique
1021 Ashford Ave, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
Bustling destination serving upscale Puerto Rican cuisine envisioned by a celebrated chef.
Yoko
1762-5 C. Loíza, San Juan, 00911, Puerto Rico
Japanese food is not common in San Juan, but Yoko delivers. They have a tiny space, so reservations are a must, but that's what makes it feel like an intimate dining experience with attentive service. Their pork-belly bao, wagyu steak, and lychee crème brûlée are all outstanding. They also have an extensive sushi menu and original sake cocktails.
Numero Uno Beach House
Calle Santa Ana 1 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00911
Contemporary and comfortable rooms at our laid-back oceanfront beach hotel located directly on San Juan's beautiful Ocean Park beach.
Marmalade
317 C. de la Fortaleza, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Stylish restaurant featuring an international menu with creative plates, plus cocktails & wine.
Señor Paleta
153 C. de Tetuán, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
They specialize in creamy and fruity frozen desserts on a stick, made with high quality, natural ingredients.
Orujo, Taller de Gastronomia
906 Av. Juan Ponce de León, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico
Tasting menu concept- fixed price- 10+ course. Vanguard Caribbean Cuisine. Portela is based under Orujo Taller de Gastronomia. We are an inspirational, dynamic and experimental Puerto Rican food concept offering a modern twist on classical Caribbean flavors, and cooking methods.
Distrito T-Mobile
250 Convention Blvd, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
The District is for something casual, or something gourmet, or something casually-gourmet. At DISTRITO T-Mobile you'll find a variety of options to satisfy everyone's desire – daytime or nightime. List below for eating suggestions: -Dulcinea Ice Cream & Churros -La Burguesía -Arena Medalla -La Central by Mario Pagán -Sazón Cocina Criolla -La Barrita Del Lado -Pudge’s Pizza -Barulllo Taberna Española -Lupe Reyes -Denko Asian Eatery
Cocina Abierta
58 Caribe St, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
Cosmopolitan restaurant serving innovative tasting menus, wine pairings & cocktails.