Top 7 Mexican food in San Juan, Caribbean

June 6, 2020 Phylicia Berquist

Find out what Mexican restaurants to try in San Juan. 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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7. Tacos & Tequila

1055 Ashford Avenue, San Juan 00907 Puerto Rico Mexican, Latin, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, T +1 787-721-5500 http://www.condadovanderbilt.com/condado-restaurants-lounges/tacos-tequila/
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4 based on 333 reviews

Tacos & Tequila

Tacos & Tequila is the first establishment of its kind launched in partnership with Tequila Patron. The tacos are the star of the restaurant and its menu, designed by Executive Chef Juan Jose Cuevas, includes eight varieties of these Mexican delights, lik

Reviewed By betterwithrosie

This place is in walking distance from the Condado Vanderbilt hotel where I was staying. I went by myself and the waitress (Keyana or something close to that) got me a great table on front of the ocean. I ordered a skinny margarita, one shrimp taco, and one fried fish taco. It was hard to eat because the tortillas were soft and small and tore when you picked up the taco. The fish taco was not that great and lacked flavor. The shrimp taco was on point I also ordered the chocolate mousse brownie dessert which was a large portion and very yummy. My waitress was attentive and provided great service to me. I would recommend the shrimp tacos! Cute little outdoor area, good place to go at sunset.

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6. Greengos Caribbean Cantina

310 Fortaleza Street, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Bar, Pub, Central American, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 787-705-2530 http://greengoscantina.com
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4 based on 773 reviews

Greengos Caribbean Cantina

Fun bar with the biggest tequila selection on the island. The best happy hour in Old San Juan. Great food and amazing staff. Come join us for some tequila and beer

Reviewed By Jamaica H

Fun Cantina in Old San Juan. We were shopping and it started raining a little so we decided it was time for some lunch. You HAVE to have the nachos! I had the fish tacos, because like all food I have to have what I usually have... and they were VERY good... BUT my husband had the nachos with steak and THEY WERE SO GOOD! LIKE AMAZING! I never get nachos, but I would have a whole plate to myself next time!! I did more than my fair share of helping him finish them off!

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5. La B de Burro

2000 Calle McLeary, San Juan 00911-1441 Puerto Rico Mexican, Latin, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 787-242-0295 http://www.labdeburro.com/
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4 based on 317 reviews

La B de Burro

Decoracion basada en las caracteristicas del personaje/luchador Burro. Todo esta friamente calculado para crear un espacio unico en su clase y seguir provocando la creatividad de nuestros invitados.

Reviewed By dorsalmo

Staff was very friendly and helpful. When they heard I had never tried ceviche, they gave me a larger serving. (It was quite good but HUGE.) There are only a handful of tables in the entire place, but don't let that discourage you. Great service and food.

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4. Acapulco Taqueria Mexicana

2021 Calle Loiza # B, San Juan 00911-1735 Puerto Rico Mexican, Latin Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 787-727-5568 http://www.acapulcotacos.com
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4 based on 280 reviews

Acapulco Taqueria Mexicana

Acapulco is a small fast casual, family owned, restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere. We offer a true and genuine outlook on Mexican food. Corner San Miguel & Loiza.

Reviewed By DaRichtberg

Ok, so you are visiting San Juan, but you want authentic Mexican food. You gotta hit this place. Today for lunch had apastor, cochinito pibil, and asada tacos. Fresh fruit juice...place is legit! Homemade hotsauces are killer also. Try the red one...coconut, something...oh........its GOOD!

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3. La Madre

351 Calle San Francisco Callejon Del Tamarindo, San Juan 00901 Puerto Rico Mexican, Caribbean, Latin, Spanish Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout [email protected] +1 787-647-5392 http://es-la.facebook.com/LaMadreRest
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4 based on 417 reviews

La Madre

We are a small, locally owned business offering high quality meals cooked with the best ingredients. A very intimate space to enjoy lunch or dinner, and now brunch on the weekends. Fresh fruit juices, mimosas & margaritas, premium coffee and great music m

Reviewed By Manuelq57

Went here for a placid Sunday Brunch and was very satisfied with the experience and the food.This is not a large restaurant but sufficient in size for the crowd it gets. Comfortable, relatively peaceful and with a lot of warmth, the ambiance is complemented with a good staff, quick with a smile and affable.The food was very good. From huevos rancheros to mexican eggs and others, the food was well seasoned, tasty and pleasant to the eyes. Prices are reasonable for the type of food (mexican and in the Old San Juan Area), which is a great plus in this areaq.Worth the visit for brunch.

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2. Vagon

302 Calle Labra, San Juan 00907-2814 Puerto Rico Mexican, Latin, Bar, Central American Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Live Music [email protected] +1 787-515-4415 http://www.facebook.com/VagonPR?ref=bookmarks
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5 based on 221 reviews

Vagon

Vagón is a Mexican restaurant with Tex-Mex and SoCal influences with lots of flavor. Come and join us for a fun outdoor seating environment.

Reviewed By isisandosiris121696

The absolute best Tacos, Burritos, Nachos, Quesadillas and Margaritas on the island of Puerto Rico and possibly the Caribbean. Whether it be beef, pork, chicken or fish get your mouth ready for an explosion of flavor. Moderate prices, great service, friendly clientele and clean, fresh environment. You can't go wrong. Enjoy.

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1. 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.

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