Gerardo & Carola’s guidebook
Our Recommendations
Please take a look at several places to eat, drink, and relax during your trip to San Juan and Puerto Rico.
La Cueva Del Mar
1904 C. LoízaDelicious local seafood plus
Bebo Cafe
1600 C. LoízaAffordable delicious Puerto Rican food
Ropa Vieja Grill
Avenida AshfordOceano
Calle VendigSteak Eatery and Lounge
Pirilo Pizza
2000 Av. McLearyPizza and Beers
Señor Baguette
1302 Ashford AveDelicious Breakfasts
Shibō
2012 C. LoízaAsian Fussion
Sobao By Los Cidrines
1369 Ashford AveLocal Bakery, lunch specials every day.
Il Nuovo Mercato
The Mall of San Juan BoulevardItalian Cuisine
Toro Verde Adventure Park
State Route 155Natural Adventure Park
Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot
500 Av. Arterial BLa Placita en Plaza
525 Avenida F.D. RooseveltCulinary Neighborhood
La Concha Renaissance San Juan Resort
1077 Ashford AveHacienda Buena Vista
Puerto Rico 123Coffee Plantation Tour
Bio Luminescent Bay in the West side of the Island with great seafood and live music
43 locals recommend
Parguera
Bio Luminescent Bay in the West side of the Island with great seafood and live music
La Fortaleza
63 C. de la FortalezaOfficial residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico
Cabo Rojo Lighthouse
Impressive Ocean View and Lighthouse
Bahía Bioluminiscente
Flamenco Beach
Ranked 3rd best beach in the world
Gilligan's Island
Cay on the southwest region of the island
El Faro De Rincón
Enjoy the sunset and whale seeing during season
Crash Boat Beach (snorkel)
Famous west side beach
Laguna del Condado
Rent a Kayak or Paddle Board and enjoy the relaxing view
Playa Sun Bay
Beautiful Beach in the small island of Vieques (La Isla Nena)
Palomino Island
Small inhabited island off the coast of Fajardo
Cayo Icacos
Rent a trip in a Catamaran and enjoy the blue seawater
The Mall of San Juan Boulevard
The Mall of San Juan BoulevardShopping
Avenida Plaza Las Américas
Las Américas AvenueShopping
SuperMax
114 Avenida José de DiegoGrocery Shopping
Walgreens Pharmacy
1963 C. LoízaPharmacy
Freshmart Condado
1310 Ashford AveOrganic Food
ROMBO Asador Playero
112A Calle 15Good modern style local cuisine, cocktails, and exceptional service.
La Madre
351 Calle de San FranciscoMexican Food with a Caribbean Touch
La Crema Heladería
Pira Rum
Neighborhoods
La Perla
Historical Town in northern historic city wall of Old San Juan
Loiza Street is one of the liveliest communities in the area full of a variety of local fusion restaurants, delicious cuisine, and bars.
93 locals recommend
Calle Loíza
Calle LoízaLoiza Street is one of the liveliest communities in the area full of a variety of local fusion restaurants, delicious cuisine, and bars.
Food scene
Bistro Café
29 C. JúpiterBest Brunch in the Area
Café Cuatro Estaciones
151 C. de San FranciscoDelicious Local Coffe
La Casita Blanca
351 C. TapiaAn amazing local cuisine restaurant for lunch
La Alcapurria Quemá
251 C. Duffaut
El Gallo Pinto
Modern creole PR cuisine. Try the homemade cocktails and the pig ear appetizer.
We the locals eat fusion PR cuisine. Try the blood sausage croquettes, smoked pork, mamposteado rice.
Tres Puntos
We the locals eat fusion PR cuisine. Try the blood sausage croquettes, smoked pork, mamposteado rice.
Montadero Chocolate
Local chocolatería made with Puertorrican cocoa. Great unique flavors.
Artisan pizza, empanadas, great cocktails, and outstanding service.
8 locals recommend
Delizias a Leña
Puerto Rico 7737Artisan pizza, empanadas, great cocktails, and outstanding service.
Food scene
Chocolate Cortes
Calle Manuel CamuñasLocal Chocolate Factory
58 Cll Caribe
58 Caribe StreetSightseeing
Viejo San Juan
Historic UNESCO World Heritage
Castillo San Felipe del Morro
501 Bulevar del ValleHistoric Fort Landmark
El Yunque
National Rain Forest
Cavernas de Camuy
River Cave Park
Nightlife places
La Factoria
148 C. San SebastiánBest Cocktails in Old San Juan
Los 3 Cuernos
359 C. de San FranciscoTraditional Bar in Old San Juan
La Taberna Lúpulo
151 C. San SebastiánLarge selection of craft beers
Ocean Lab Brewing Co.
Large selection of local craft beers
Nono's
100 C. San SebastiánClassic Local Bar in Old San Juan
El Bar Bero
1507 C. LoízaVintage Bar with great cocktails
FOK Brewing Co.
Local brewing company
La Verguenza Viejo San Juan
280 Bulevar del Valle
La Oculta
calle 1918A trending nightlife place
Nightlife places and food
La Placita de Santurce is a must stop for anyone visiting Puerto Rico. The location was founded more than 100 years ago as a two-level market square. The market was a place where people could buy fruits, vegetables, meat, and much more. Today, during the day it functions as a market with some restaurants open. At night, starting at 6:00 pm, the famous Placita de Santurce comes to life in full. You will find renowned restaurants and local kiosks that sell fried foods such as empanadillas, alcapurrias, and bacalaítos. The atmosphere is more lively from Thursday to Sunday when the locals gather here to hang out, have drinks, and dance salsa.
605 locals recommend
La Placita
300 C. dos HermanosLa Placita de Santurce is a must stop for anyone visiting Puerto Rico. The location was founded more than 100 years ago as a two-level market square. The market was a place where people could buy fruits, vegetables, meat, and much more. Today, during the day it functions as a market with some restaurants open. At night, starting at 6:00 pm, the famous Placita de Santurce comes to life in full. You will find renowned restaurants and local kiosks that sell fried foods such as empanadillas, alcapurrias, and bacalaítos. The atmosphere is more lively from Thursday to Sunday when the locals gather here to hang out, have drinks, and dance salsa.
Small-batch, pot-distilled rum made in PR. Also, they offer premium cigars, and an interesting food menu.
8 locals recommend
Scryer Rum
259 C. de TetuánSmall-batch, pot-distilled rum made in PR. Also, they offer premium cigars, and an interesting food menu.