Welcome to El Jibarito
"El Jibarito, a beloved Puerto Rican restaurant in Calle Sol, Old San Juan, offers an authentic taste of home-cooked cuisine. With options for takeout, reservations, and delivery, it caters to all preferences, including pescatarian and vegan diets. Known for its warm, family-owned atmosphere and flavorful dishes like Bistec Encebollado and mofongo, it's a must-visit spot. Customers rave about the delicious cocktails, traditional appetizers like alcapurrias and bacalaitos, and the friendly staff. Despite its popularity, the quality and taste of the food shine through, making it a top choice for an unforgettable dining experience in Puerto Rico."
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280 Sol St, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico280 Sol St, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico Hotline: +1 787-725-8375
Situated in the heart of San Juan, Puerto Rico, El Jibarito is a must-visit destination for those seeking authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. This iconic restaurant offers a variety of traditional dishes, including Bistec Encebollado, Mofongo, and fried snapper.
Customers rave about the flavorful and tender steak, the delicious rice and beans, and the mouthwatering cocktails like the Pina Colada. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, coupled with friendly and attentive staff, make dining at El Jibarito a truly memorable experience.
With a menu that caters to a variety of tastes, including Pescatarian, Vegan, and limited Vegetarian options, there is something for everyone at El Jibarito. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch spot or a place to enjoy a night out with friends, El Jibarito has you covered.
So next time you find yourself in Old San Juan, be sure to stop by El Jibarito for a taste of authentic Puerto Rican cuisine and a dining experience you won't soon forget.
Amazing taste - VERYS SMALL PORTIONS - $60 for 2 ppl 1 sprite 2 sides / small portion
Iconic restaurant with amazing food and cocktails! Real home cooked Puerto Rican cuisine!
I enjoyed this place so much I came back a second time. They offer a variety of sodas, beer, wine and juices. I opted for the Pina Colada which was deliciously sweet and can be ordered with or without rum. The first night I had the Bistec Encebollado, cube steak with onions with a side of rice and beans. It was full of flavor, the steak was tender and I couldn't get enough of the rice and beans. I went back for the churrasco a la criolla, skirt steak in creole sauce and this was my favorite. I was so glad to come back for this perfectly cooked steak. Both times there was a short wait but it was worth it! This is a hidden gem in Old San Juan with great service and traditional dishes packed with flavor.
Warm, welcoming family owned restaurant. The staff were kind and attention. The beef stew was delicious! I would return to try other options.
Although the line can be a deterrent, it's forsure worth the wait and if in small groups it can move quick. I had the bistec encebollado and mofongo, it was one of the best meals in PR. Fully mobile menu so bring a mobile charger but it's family owned and operates which makes it extra special. Worth going!!
The food was exceptional. It was all traditional foods and cooked to perfection. We asked our Uber driver for the most authentic place to eat in Old San Juan and he agreed that this was the place to go! We also ate appetizers that I forgot to take pics of. Alcapurrias, bacalaitos, sorullos y empanadas de pizza -- delicious!! The cocktails were great but I'd recommend the traditional mojito if you don't like super sweet drinks. Otherwise the Mango and coconut were great too.
Yum! We enjoyed our meal here so very much. The interior is adorable! The staff were all friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! They were out of fried pork chops, so I got the Christmas special (in May). It was the best! We definitely recommend eating here as often as you can :)
I came across El Jibarito in my search to find an authentic place to eat in Old San Juan. Many people say that this place is a tourist trap, but I genuinely had some AMAZING food here which is why I'm giving 4 stars. Everything we ordered tasted 10/10. We started with the mini alcapurrias which I highly recommend. I ordered the fried snapper which at first glance doesn't look very special, but oh my, the flavors were on point! It was perfectly crispy accompanied by the best arroz con gandules I probably ever had and a pastels which I've been craving since the holidays. I'm docking one star bc the server "accidentally" pressed the wrong tip amount and we ended up tipping more than we expected to.