Cafe Manolin:

Seemed to be filled with mostly locals, enjoying the coffee and lunch menu, which is inexpensive while the portions are decent. The vibe is diner-y and you pay your bill at the cashier when you exit.

Speaking about coffee, Alto Grande is in my humble opinion possibly the best coffee. Brought some back, and wish I had bought more! :)

Mofongo (pictured above with a side of beans and fried sweet plantains) and Trifongo:

If you're a fan of plantains, in any shape or form, you'll devour mofongo and trifongo, both are made with fried green plantains mashed together with garlic and pork, however TRIfongo contains fried green plantains, sweet ripe plantains and yucca (cassava) in addition to the garlic and pork. I loved having it with a side of beans or a side of chicken curry.

La Placita de Santurce:

Great for buying fruit, and also one of the best chicken empanadas, served hot and fresh.

The best time to visit this place is not when we went (daytime and raining) but apparently at night, for the music and crowds.

Delicias, in Condado:

Starters like banana chips and homemade banana bread with fried cheese and guava jam are just the beginning of this, quite literally, "delicias" (delightful) dinner. The octopus salad with coconut arepas are a must-try. Add in the attentive service from Carlos and the expertly executed cocktails by Timmy (Jose Ortega), and you have a truly special dinner. Thank you to Josian, Carlos and Timmy for a wonderful dining experience.