Old San Juan

10/30/06

Good typical Puerto Rican food in a comfortable atmosphere

by yanik at Citysearch

If you've never tried Puerto Rican food, you should - it's very tasty, although mostly fried so best to eat it ocassionally. Try their different varieties of "mofongo" (smashed plantains) for a delicious meal. And their thick and juicy pork chops are sure to satisfy even the largest of appetites. A must try when you are in the mood for something different.

• Pros: Friendly service, ample parking
• Cons: Lots of fried food

12/21/08

Really good food for the homesick boricua...but should NOT be on a cheap eats list!

by acascante at Citysearch

My fiance and I went last night to Old San Juan looking for great food at a reasonable price, and since it was recommended as such on this site, we decided to check it out. I was really looking forward to Asopao de Camarones, as it seems like I can never find the real thing in Miami. Asopao's range from $25 to $40 dollars ( for one! ). I ended up with Mofongo con Carne Frita, which still cost $15. My fiance had Lechon Asado con arroz con gandules y tostones for $20. We then shared a Bien Me Sabe de Guayaba, which was amazing! For the two of us, one soda, no alcohol, two entrees and one dessert the bill came to $55. NOT inexpensive at all! But, the service was great, they offer a buffet on the weekends for $22 a person, which includes one non-alcoholic drink and dessert/coffee.

Overall, I would visit Old San Juan again, but I will come with the correct price expectations. We were really taken aback that Citysearch's Editorial Staff would even think of putting this restaurant on a best-priced list. But it does deserve it's spot as one of the best restaurants in Miami.

• Pros: Great food, easy parking, good service and a diverse menu
• Cons: All the items seem to be quite a bit overpriced

04/21/08

Great Puerto Rican Food!!!

by MelindaandVinny at Citysearch

This place is simple amazing!!! Since we are from NYC this place and the food makes us feel closer to our home and people. The atmosphere is so peaceful and their coffee is amazing. All this great food at a reasonable price... I recommended it highly.

• Cons: Don't have one...

The flavors of Puerto Rico wash ashore in a friendly islander setting at this friendly cafeteria.

by Rick Munarriz at Citysearch

In Short
Whether you're a homesick Boricua or simply out to get your fix of Puerto Rican cuisine, Old San Juan serves up authentic island delicacies. The best stuff isn't exactly healthy like the arañitas (shreds of plantain, fried together so they cluster together), sorrullitos (fried cheese-filled corn sticks), and alcapurrias (beef-stuffed plantain fritters) but you'll still be chirping like a giddy coqui on the way out.

10/23/07

Best Puerto Rican Food in Miami!

by americaine at Citysearch

Want really good, fresh Puerto Rican food? Want it presented in a non-pretentious, easy-to-get-to place? Head to Old San Juan Restaurant, where the man in the kitchen really knows what he's doing. This little corner of island heaven offers good food and good service. Crave great pasteles? Want a fresh, tasty cod salad? Feeling like some bacalaitos? Need a dose of great rice and beans - PR-style? Come on down! Weekends feature a very nice buffet - it even includes dessert and a drink - for a resonable price. I've been to this place several times and liked it so much I used them to cater a corporate event at my company. We celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month one fine Thursday with lunch (for 100!) from Old San Juan. That made for some very happy people, and I was the hero! Places like this deserve a good following so that they thrive and multiply!

• Pros: Friendly and efficient service. Great food.
• Cons: Only con I can think of is parking - there's not much of it.

01/23/07

Like home

by rnlloz01 at Citysearch

Traditional Puerto Rican cooking!!! Everything taste like my Grandmother's cooking....well, almost.

• Pros: The food
• Cons: a bit over priced