Best Fine Dining Restaurants in San Juan

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Santaella

4.8

Exceptional(3688)

Price: Expensive

• Puerto Rican • San Juan

Booked 72 times today

Chef José Santaella refined his culinary expertise with top chefs like Ferrán Adrià, Eric Ripert, and Gary Danko. His years of apprenticeships and a thriving catering career led to opening *Santaella* in Santurce’s La Placita Marketplace. The restaurant offers a rustic yet elegant atmosphere, with exposed brick walls, Edison lights, an indoor garden, and a stylish bar. Chef Santaella creatively combines local and international ingredients, crafting Puerto Rican nouvelle cuisine. The tapas-focused menu features favorites like ahi tuna skewers, goat cheese quesadillas, crab-topped ‘alcapurrias,’ and foie gras terrine with fruit jelly. Known for its vibrant ambiance, *Santaella* also boasts one of the island’s best cocktail bars, with expertly crafted drinks by its skilled mixologists. Praised as a culinary treasure in San Juan, *Santaella* impresses with "amazing food," "exceptional service," and "top-tier cocktails." Ideal for special events or memorable evenings, it’s a must-visit.

2. Cocina Abierta

4.7

Exceptional(1977)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • San Juan

Booked 25 times today

We are an interactive culinary environment.At our restaurant we create and interpret the culinary ideas inspired from different cultures, products, and techniques. Our always evolving menu is a result of the interaction and interchange of different experiences. An open kitchen, eclectic and without limitations. Because cooking is our passion.Historically cooking evolved through the interaction and exchange of cultures. Through this premise and advances in technology our project, Cocina Abierta, was born, designed for the sharing and development for our passion.Cocina Abierta is a restaurant and school.

3. STK San Juan

4.5

Awesome(3047)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Condado

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to the hottest steakhouse in Puerto Rico! STK San Juan is a unique concept that artfully blends the modern steakhouse and a chic lounge into one, offering dynamic, fine dining experience with the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse. We are a high-energy, vibe-driven atmosphere where meeting new friends is all part of the social experience. To make the best impression possible, our guests dress in an upscale attire.Dress to impress... you never know who you might meet!

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4. Mario Pagan Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1186)

Price: Moderate

• International • Condado

Booked 24 times today

Indulgent and innovative, Mario Pagán Restaurant offers a modern Puerto Rican gastronomic experience unlike any other. Located in the heart of Condado, Puerto Rico, Chef Pagán's signature restaurant is a true reflection of the island's rich cultural heritage, where international techniques and local ingredients mingle in exquisite dishes and lavish drinks. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a night out on the town, Mario Pagán Restaurant is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression that transcends borders and cultures.

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5. La Central by Mario Pagan

4.7

Exceptional(1259)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Juan

Booked 32 times today

Immerse in bold flavors at La Central by Mario Pagán, located in Distrito T-Mobile, San Juan, Puerto Rico. This modern tropical steakhouse will activate your senses in every bocado. The smell of charcoal fills the air while the elegance of the prominent copper rum sits majestically in the heart of the bar while you enjoy our house cocktails, such as Jardín de Edén or Mete Caña. The fiery grill takes center stage as prime cuts like the Ribeye or the 30oz Chateaubriand are grilled to perfection. For a perfect ending, indulge in the sweetness of our ¿A quién le amarga? desserts, which combine flavors that will leave you craving.Cigar, rum, and whiskey enthusiasts, see and don’t be seen from the discrete walls of our Cigar Room and enjoy a glass of aged rum.For a unique experience, step into a Private Dining Room for up to 42 guests, with a variety of seasonal prix fixe menus inspired by local cuisine.Reserve now and enjoy the hottest ste

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6. 1919 Restaurant at The Condado Vanderbilt

4.8

Exceptional(2872)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • San Juan

Booked 30 times today

Embrace global flavors with a local touch. At 1919, we are dedicated to delivering world-class cuisine that celebrates its origins. Our commitment to using the freshest organic and locally-sourced ingredients shines through in every dish we prepare. We prioritize social consciousness in sourcing all components of our menu, ensuring the highest standards of taste and quality.Kindly be aware that some of our fresh fish and other menu items may vary on a daily basis.Indulge in a fine dining elegance with us, where gentlemen are required to wear closed shoes and avoid shorts pants, and ladies are encouraged to refrain from flip flops . To enhances your visit, enjoy the convenience of complimentary valet parking

7. lala

4.7

Exceptional(707)

Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Isla Verde / Carolina

Booked 33 times today

lala, a word as diverse as its interpretations across cultures, embodies a myriad of meanings, from a catchy tune to something exceptionally delightful or whimsical. Much like its namesake, lala restaurant transcends singular definitions; it encapsulates a multitude of representations rolled into one culinary haven. At lala, we are more than just a restaurant; we are an experience where global flavors collide, creating a symphony of tastes that gracefully dance on your palate. Our concept is both simple and revolutionary: to blend contemporary global cuisine in a way that honors the diversity of flavors from every corner of the globe. Our mission is clear, to be a destination for food enthusiasts, adventurers, and those seeking a culinary experience beyond the ordinary. Lala is designed to feel like home, regardless of your background. In the end, our ultimate desire is for you to give Lala your own magical meaning.

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8. Julieta's Bar & Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(27)

Price: Moderate

• International • San Juan

Booked 2 times today

Julieta’s es un viaje al pasado, desde su ambientación hasta su experiencia culinaria. El menú se basa en platillos internacionales con su sazón caribeña que han trascendido generaciones. Los más destacados son el cabrito al ron, nuestro plato estrella es el "Arroz Julieta ‘s a lo Pobre", un curioso arroz frito a caballo, con huevo y maduros al sartén y las empanadillas Julieta’s que son de queso y cebolla y las croquetas de Queso Brie.Nuestra coctelería son recetas clásicas utilizadas en las recetas tradicionales y técnicas de elaboración que se han usados durante décadas. Su presentación es un equilibrio entre los sabores y elegancia. De los destacados son Old Fashioned, Manhattan y La Mula de Julieta’s.Contamos con un salón acogedor y una pequeña terraza frente para el disfrute de La Cerra. Estamos ubicados en La Cerra cerca de Botánico, PROLE, Mr. Kukis y El Axolote.

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9. La Cantina Argentina

4.7

Exceptional(105)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Punta Las Marias

Booked 8 times today

Pizza típica Porteña de Buenos Aires.Argentina es uno de los países más consumidores de pizza en el mundo; la preferida argentina es a la hecha al molde y bien cargada, con mucha Mozzarella e ingredientes de calidad suprema.También puedes encontrar platos tradicionales Italianos como pastas artesanales, deliciosas carnes, sandwiches, milanesas hasta una típica empanada Argentina.Typical porteña pizza from Buenos Aires. Argentina is one of the most consuming countries of pizza in the world; the Argentine favorite is the one made in the mold and well loaded, with a lot of Mozzarella and ingredients of supreme quality. You can also find traditional Italian dishes such as artisan pasta, delicious meats, sandwiches, milanese to a typical Argentine empanada.

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10. Bóveda | Chef Carol Reyes

4.5

Awesome(423)

Price: Expensive

• International • Hato Rey Norte

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Bóveda where we invite you to live an experience where the classic and the modern come together. The innovative space located in the heart of San Juan’s financial district, presents the fine dining cuisine of Chef Carol Reyes. Bóveda offers an elegant, modern, and at the same time, relaxed atmosphere, which serves as a framework to showcase the culinary talent of Chef Carol Reyes. Her fine dining skills, high standards and meticulous execution are the result of many years training with the best chefs in Puerto Rico. We invite you to discover her talent and enjoy Bóveda’s fine dining cuisine inspired by Spanish gastronomy.

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michael
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic food, and Nicholas was an excellent server. Cocktails were also delightful!
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SantaellaPrice: Expensive• Puerto Rican• San Juan
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4.8
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Jose A
New York City •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service and food overall. Presentation, taste, fusion of flavors. A great diversity on the menu.
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Mario Pagan RestaurantPrice: Moderate• International• Condado
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4.8
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Ana
Caribbean •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything was great, the food, the service, the staff. Luis was awesome. I will be back soon.
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STK San JuanPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Condado
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4.5
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Anavip
Fort Lauderdale •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was great quality wise. And the server was good. The issue was we had a reservation. And it took them 30 minutes to sit us down. Plus another 20/30 minutes for a waiter to actually come to our table. Two groups that were seated after us, got attended to before us. That kind of sucks.
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La Central by Mario PaganPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• San Juan
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had the best tasting dinner here that we could ever dream of, from start to finish! So happy that we followed a local’s recommendation to come here.
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Cocina AbiertaPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• San Juan
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4.7

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Santaella

2. Cocina Abierta

3. STK San Juan

4. Mario Pagan Restaurant

5. La Central by Mario Pagan

6. 1919 Restaurant at The Condado Vanderbilt

7. lala

8. Julieta's Bar & Restaurant

9. La Cantina Argentina

10. Bóveda | Chef Carol Reyes

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