Caribbean Food Guide: 10 Caribbean food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in San Juan

December 31, 2019 Frederic Celentano

Discover Restaurants offering the best Caribbean food in San Juan, Caribbean. The festive city of San Juan is the perfect place to experience true Puerto Rican culture. Get to know its roots by exploring the vibrant neighborhood of El Viejo San Juan (Old San Juan), which consists mostly of Spanish colonial buildings. Flesh out your self-guided history lesson with a visit to El Castillo San Felipe del Morro, a 16th century citadel that’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then reward yourself with a cooling dip at Luquillo or Carolina Beach, then a tasty tour of the Bacardi rum plant.
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10. Punto de Vista Rooftop Restaurant

307 Calle de La Fortaleza Rooftop Hotel Milano, San Juan 00901-1716 Puerto Rico Caribbean, Latin, Bar, Spanish, Puerto Rican Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront [email protected] +1 787-307-2970 http://www.facebook.com/pdvosj
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4 based on 2574 reviews

Punto de Vista Rooftop Restaurant

Located on the rooftop of the Hotel Milano this lively rooftop restaurant serves up great and authentic Puerto Rican food in an informal atmosphere at great prices. The best Mofongo in Old San Juan. Buy 1 Get 1 Free Mojitos every day from open until 5:00p

Reviewed By GM007_1

A unique spot in San Juan with friendly staff and reasonably price foodIs great to be able to sit outside on the rooftop and take in the atmosphereWide variety of meals and happy hour drinks

9. Mario Pagan Restaurant

1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan 00907-1701 Puerto Rico Caribbean, Puerto Rican Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service +1 787-522-6444 https://www.facebook.com/laurelkitchenartbar/
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4 based on 130 reviews

Mario Pagan Restaurant

Reviewed By templeton1969

My wife and I ate at Mario Pagan and it was easily our most enjoyable dining experience. The staff were very attentive, nearly flawless in every way. The food was excellent and although it was Puerto Rican, it was a bit lighter than other restaurants where the food was a bit heavier.We ordered the pork spring rolls which were small, but tasty. My wife had the halibut over beans and she couldn’t be happier. I tried it as well and it was done especially well. I had the lamb confit and risotto (it had a different side listed in menu but it was served with risotto this night). The lamb was braised and impressive. The risotto had excellent bite and I felt fortunate to try it. We split a soufflé for dessert and glad we did. It was sensational. Overall, a terrific experience and it would be first on my list on a future trip.

8. Oceano

2 Vendig St., San Juan 00907 Puerto Rico Caribbean, Latin, Seafood, Spanish, Puerto Rican, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Parking Available, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Car [email protected] +1 787-724-6300 http://www.oceanopr.com/
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4 based on 7099 reviews

Oceano

Oceano's cuisine is fresh, creative and unique. Renowned for serving locally sourced ingredients and mouthwatering tropical accents, each bite melts in the mouth as easily as the sun melts on the horizon. The executive chef, Ann Marie Antonetti, and team

Reviewed By BlakeT109

Everything was wonderful from the ambiance, to the service, to the food. Our waitress, Paola, was great! She was super sweet, attentive, and a great guide through our dining experience. Food was very good and you can’t beat a nice ocean breeze and smell of the salt in the air while enjoying dinner with your loved ones.

7. Kabanas

1104 Ave Magdalena, San Juan 00907 Puerto Rico Mexican, Caribbean, Latin, Fusion, Puerto Rican Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Free Wifi, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, BYOB [email protected] +1 787-419-1016 http://www.facebook.com/kabanasrest
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4 based on 643 reviews

Kabanas

Nice indoor/outdoor relaxed environment. Just one step from the sidewalk. Short distance from all the best hotels in Condado! Comfortable and convenient. Our food is local and fresh, our fish is right off the coast of Puerto Rico and is delivered daily! C

Reviewed By Kynlia

Found this place while looking for "Taco Tuesdays" and I was absolutely NOT disappointed! House tacos for $2.22, and these are seriously unique. I was in San Juan for business for 4 weeks straight and I visited this restaurant at least 4 times. The food is consistent, the drinks are balanced, and the service is friendly. I even managed to get myself remembered by consistently ordering tamarind lemonade, which is only on the menu due for a typo.

6. Pannes

1125 Ashford Avenue, San Juan 00907 Puerto Rico American, Caribbean, Latin, Cafe, Spanish, Puerto Rican Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night, Drinks Television, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit C [email protected] +1 787-300-3333 http://www.facebook.com/Pannes-960299277377618
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4 based on 2123 reviews

Pannes

Pannes opens daily from 6am till late night and offers a great variety of breakfasts , puertorrican food, great sandwiches and lovely coffee. For lunch Pannes has daily puertorrican specials at great prices , you can have a mofongo , special beefsteak, ma

Reviewed By Upekkhapr

Sisters and Mom gathering!!! Special French toast and the corn bread French toasts were delicious! The mayorca sandwich, and the pancakes... amazing!! Fresh orange juice and great coffee! They have free parking in the back too. Bridgette was great our server and did an excellent job!!

5. Eter Rooftop & Lounge

752 Avenida Manuel Fernandez Juncos, San Juan 00907-4223 Puerto Rico Caribbean, Puerto Rican, Bar Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +1 787-998-1176 http://www.facebook.com/eterrooftop/
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4 based on 503 reviews

Eter Rooftop & Lounge

An elevated experience for cocktails, great food, sunsets and the most amazing 360 views of San Juan.

Reviewed By Cocolo77

Saturday evening we were looking for a place to have dinner as a family on the area. Found this place and decided to give it a try... what a pleasant surprise. The views are probably one of the best in the area... you get to see Old San Juan, the bay, the city, etc. The food was really good as well. Son ordered the churrasco, I ordered a mofongo with chicken and both plates were really good. And, to complement the view was the great service. Steven Garcia did a very good job taking care of us... even when sky got cloudy, they handed everyone umbrellas just in case. Definitively a place to try while in the area.

4. San Juan Smokehouse - a Tennessee & Caribbean BBQ Joint

255 Calle Orbeta In Front of the Historic 100 Year Old Farmer's Market, San Juan 00908 Puerto Rico Caribbean, American, Latin, Bar, Barbecue Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +1 787-323-8825 http://www.sanjuansmokehouse.com
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5 based on 940 reviews

San Juan Smokehouse - a Tennessee & Caribbean BBQ Joint

Southern Style Smoke BBQ with a Caribbean twist. Right in the heart of the historic Santurce neighborhood in plain view of the famous 100 year old Farmer's Market "La Placita". Just minutes away from Old San Juan, Condado and Isla Verde. Come and join us

Reviewed By blondehawaiian29

We stopped in on the way to dinner elsewhere and couldn’t resist ordering the burnt ends, which were delicious!! Typically, I’m not a BBQ person, but that Pineapple BBQ sauce took me over the edge. I had the Smoky Margarita (NOT my favorite). Next time I’m just going to EAT!

3. Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar

317 Fortaleza Street, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico Caribbean, Soups, International, Fusion Drinks, Dinner Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 787-724-3969 http://www.marmaladepr.com
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5 based on 4689 reviews

Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar

To preserve the Marmalade experience at the respect of our patrons the age requirement for children is 7 years or older. Marmalade serves tasting menus only of 4,5,or 6 courses. Guests are allowed to select their own course thus creating an individualized

Reviewed By helenv364

Our niece made our plans for this evening for a special dinner for my husband and I. Our waitress, Lisa, was exceptional. She made great recommendations and great conversation as well. The presentation of the food was exceptional. Not what you expected. The chef, Peter, was friendly and his food amazing. This restaurant is a definite must. It’s expensive but good. I mean great food is worth it.

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2. Musa Puerto Rico

613 Calle Cerra, San Juan 00907-3620 Puerto Rico Latin, Bar, Puerto Rican, Caribbean, International, Pub, Fusion Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Free Wifi, Live Music [email protected] +1 787-366-2300 http://www.facebook.com/musapuertorico/
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5 based on 384 reviews

Musa Puerto Rico

The place for the foodies, art and music lovers. Perfect ambience right in the Art District of San Juan, the famous Cerra Street. A great selection of wine and our Mixologist will be taking care of you with great refreshing cocktails. Our menu captures ou

Reviewed By samuel8248

Stopped here based on Trip Advisor rating and this one is listed as the No. 1 in San Juan. Not far from the truth. We had a delicious dinner and Miguel gave us wonderful service. We had a Cabernet for Wine and it was good. Some cheese for Starters and I had Steak & Shrimp as a Main Plate. Everything was perfect and it was a great time

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1. Chloe

1056 Ave Ashford 4th Floor, San Juan 00907-1215 Puerto Rico International, Caribbean, Puerto Rican, Latin, Spanish Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Seating, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations, Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +1 787-367-4331 http://www.chloecondadopr.com
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4 based on 42 reviews

Chloe

Located in the heart of the Condado neighborhood featuring International cuisine with a vibe only found in Puerto Rico.

Reviewed By Russrd91

We arrived by recommendation of a local. We were greeted and seated at the balcony area which gives you a beautiful view of the ocean. The bartender Rafael was very helpful with cocktail selection(which were amazing) which we enjoyed with a few appetizers. The Jose Taco and the dumplings was one of the favorites. Great place and service, can wait to be back at PR and swing by!!!!!!

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