El Asador - San Andreas

The Old San Juan is truly beautiful, exemplary in its reconstruction and cleanliness, in the neatness of its preservation and the care it receives from locals and strangers alike. It may not be big, but exploring it thoroughly, takes time and many kilometers... Restoring your energy should always be a priority, and if you find a place that is open, welcoming, well-ventilated, and well-attended, and also offers authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, even better. And that is what the El Asador Ceviche de la Casa Restaurant offers us in the heart of the historical district: garlic shrimp, lobster or seafood risotto, soft corn tortilla tacos, Spanish-style grilled chorizo, various salads, and soups (seafood, pumpkin, lentil or chickpea) leading to a magnificent grilled steak, tenderloin, flavorful pork chops or simple chicken breasts, very tender, and for those who prefer fish from the seas surrounding the island, the taste of grouper, tuna or shrimp skewers or the catch of the day. But the star without a doubt is Puerto Rican cuisine, with mofongo as the main actor, the dish that should be offered at any restaurant boasting of Creole cuisine. It is made from fried green plantains or mashed yuca with garlic and then stuffed with seafood, shrimp, fried meat or chicken. All of this accompanied by green salad, baked or fried potatoes, yucca and sweet potato puree or in garlic sauce, rice and beans... infinite combinations. And to finish off, some delicious desserts like guava flan, cheese or coconut, guava slices with cheese, crepes with dulce de leche. Mmmm delicious. This parade of dishes takes place in a unique venue, with the typical patios of San Juan, and a view of the street that allows you to feel the pulse of the city and the tourists strolling by, delighting in the life of Old San Juan.

If you want a good mofongo, typical of our cuisine, and pair it with the best seafood, or enjoy a delicious barbecue of meat cuts, the grill is the place to visit.

We had a wonderful Valentine's dinner in Old Town at El Asador. The food and drinks were amazing.

The atmosphere at the restaurant was perfect, with a cute Tuscan feel. There was no background music playing, but it didn't detract from the experience. Unfortunately, the service was lacking, as there were only two servers for the entire restaurant, resulting in delays getting our drink and food orders in. The food was good in both appearance and taste, but not particularly memorable. We could have found similar dishes elsewhere. However, the cozy environment made up for it. It's a great spot for a date night with no high expectations.

I had a wonderful experience at this fantastic restaurant in Old San Juan.