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Cocina Al Fondo, San Juan, PR
Award-winning

Cocina Al Fondo

4.9
4.9
415 Reviews
$30 and under
Puerto Rican

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Cocina al Fondo offers a unique sensorial journey that is meant for everyone to enjoy. Our rotating, seasonally-inspired plates—from the most simple to the most complex dish—encourage wellbeing: of our bodies, minds, and soul. Nature, art, the lyrical essence of our island, the aromas, and our colorful, intense Caribbean heritage are all imbued into every element of our cuisine. We proffer an escape through a festive, gastronomic journey that reinterprets Puerto Rican cuisine through a bold new narrative of fortitude, tenacity, and, of course, taste.

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What 415 people are saying

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Puerto Rican

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Overall

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Food

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Service

  • Puerto Rico

    Puerto Rican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cocina Al Fondo offers an exceptional dining experience, celebrated for its "amazing food," "beautiful cocktails," and "fantastic service." With dishes like the "best ceviche" and "rabbit rice" that diners rave about, this restaurant flawlessly marries elevated Puerto Rican cuisine with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Ensure a reservation for this "worldwide class neighborhood gem."
415 Reviews
  1. Laura

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I love to eat great food and try new and exceptional places on vacation. We loved Cocina Al Fondo. The food and drinks were amazing. Ika was a phenomenal waitress who helped us navigate the menu and find the best items. Run, don’t walk to this restaurant!! It’s a must experience!

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  2. Joanna

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was recommended by many of our close friends and it did not disappoint! Terrace seating is idyllic and each course that came out was equally delicious.

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  3. Bradley

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a delightful experience from the cocktails to the food to the attentive and thoughtful service. Definitely worth a visit. I would eat here again and again.

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  4. Jacki VIP

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husbands birthday with our family of 6. Every aspect of this restaurant was fabulous! The vibe, ambiance, cocktails and especially the food. We shared a bunch of apps and shared a few main courses. Portions were generous and so delicious. Don’t forget the desert! Highly recommend this 5* perfect gem!!!!

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  5. Ned

    San Francisco2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good. Amazing atmosphere. Expensive. Would like to try other options on the menu next time.

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  6. David VIP

    Miami8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent local food with a fine succulent twist!!! Pleasant surprise.

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  7. RupertA

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we've ever had. The staff were fantastic! We sat in the outdoor courtyard area which was a lovely setting.....particularly after the 'coqui' frogs started singing! Cocktails were on point. Food was delicious from appetizers through dessert. The coffee was also very good. The best meal we had in Puerto Rico by far.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Baltimore3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Could not have been. More impressed with this restaurant. Amazing (and beautiful) cocktails. Food equally delicious. Staff was great.

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely amazing. The best meal we had in Puerto Rico. The waitress Mayra was spectacular.

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  10. megan

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Wish I remembered our server’s name. She was so great… helped us with all our selections. Not one miss. What a lovely experience with amazing down home Puerto Rican food, elevated just enough.

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Cocina Al Fondo is rated 4.9 stars by 415 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Cocina Al Fondo

658 C. San Juan San Juan Puerto Rico, 00907 United States, San Juan, PR 00907

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2023
  • Area
    Condado
  • Hours of Operation
    Cena Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Puerto Rican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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