4. Café Manolín
8.8
Calle San Justo, San Juan, San Juan
Caribbean Restaurant · 81 tips and reviews
Denise Wei-Vital: Delicious authentic food at cheap prices and large portions. Have to wait a bit to sit either at the counter or at one of their tables. Quick service friendly servers. Definitely check them out!
Honghui Yu: A diner in the heart of old San Juan that serves up cheap and authentic local grub. Their hot sauce and green sauce go great with everything!
Kenly H.: The breakfast sandwiches are great & super tasty, and best of all affordable. Lunch entrees are very authentic puertorrican food. Everyone should try the Empanada de Pollo. And try their beans too!
5. Casita Miramar
9.1
Miramar, San Juan, San Juan
Caribbean Restaurant · 60 tips and reviews
Claudia D: Super expensive for what it is. For authentic Puertorican food. Go to their local in barrio obrero: Casita Blanca. Same food 1/2 price, equally delicious.
Michelle Borges: Everything is good here!! Fresh fish, authentic puertorrican food, delicious desserts and excellent ambience!! Always superb service!! Highly recommended!! Love this place!!
Oana Stoica: Everything we had was delicious, felt super cozy and authentic!
6. Raices Restaurant
7.9
315 Recinto Sur St, San Juan, San Juan
Caribbean Restaurant · 172 tips and reviews
emily joy: Fun and festive atmosphere in old San Juan. Delicious, authentic Puerto Rican dishes.
The Backstreet Fork: A must visit in San Juan, really authentic,the best MOFONGO in town,and the friendly staff is a big plus,try the mojitos
Sarai Guzman: Great authentic puertorican food. But DO NOT go on Sunday's!!!!! This is when cruises arrive to Puerto Rico. So imagine the chaos! Waited 2 hours for a table.
7. Café el Punto
8.3
105 Fortaleza Street, Old San Juan
Latin American Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews
Faye Ibars: Great authentic Puerto Rican food and decor! Get the stuffed avocado with shrimp and crab.
Mike Dudas: Such a great vibe. Art on the wall, friendly staff and tasty authentic food. Loved it!
Satish: Authentic puerto rican food that I didn't see anywhere else. The fresh mango juice rocked. Without doubt, try the mofongo's.
8. Cocina Abierta
8.8
58 Calle Caribe, San Juan, San Juan
American Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews
Gustavo Pinheiro: Chef argentino, influencias peruanas com ingredientes porto riquenhos make Cocina Aberta a fantastic glocal dinner set. Authentic and modern. Casual and sophisticated.
Crystopher Ojeda: One word: overrated. Maybe for those who haven't taste authentic Peruvian food would be ok, but for me, a Peruvian food lover, this is disgusting. The Causa was very dry and flavorless.
Betty Gonzalez: Perfect restaurant for a business dinner. Great service, ambiance, quality of food and nice local experience.
9. Cafe Istanbul
8.6
(65th Ave), Rio Piedras, San Juan
Mediterranean Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews
Guggu Mavuk: The food excellent,if you wanna eat authentic Turkish food here right pleace,try the hummus!
Pululando & Comiendo: The best turkish food in Puerto Rico. Authentic. Delicious. Apple tea & hummus are a must. Small, cozy, family restaurant. Love the decoration.
Rebecca Maldonado: Quick fast service. Their hummus was excellent, very delicious! Good strong turkish coffee.
13. Señor Paleta
9.2
153 Calle Tetuan, San Juan, San Juan
Ice Cream Parlor · 51 tips and reviews
Fefanator Epicness: Really good and authentic place. Love it. Try the coconut one.
Briyanna Hughes: Should try the mango/strawberry and strawberry mojito 🙌🏽
Kenly H.: Best Flavors: Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Toasted Coconut & Strawberry Cheesecake. You'll always come out with a smile...this place hits the spot anyday, anytime!
15. Café Puerto Rico
8.1
Across Plaza Colín (btwn. Cll. San Francisco & Cll. Fortaleza), Old San Juan
Caribbean Restaurant · San Juan · 60 tips and reviews
Marc Weissman: Lots of places in Old San Juan, but this is one rather authentic. Service can be a little slow, but the portions makes up for it.
Julie V: Ceviché was fresh & delicious. Chicken stuffed eggplant and mofongo with chicken were good. Best red sangria! Overall good, not great, but authentic taste.
Leila Samii: The drinks are strong. The mufango delicious. For authentic Puerto Rican food, check this place out.