Santaella, the much-anticipated restaurant from renowned chef José Santaella, debuted June 2011 in Santurce within ‘La Placita’ area. Chef Santaella transforms what used to be his catering workshop into an architectural acclaimed space committed to offer a menu full of flavor.
219 Calle Canals (La Placita de Santurce) San Juan 00907 Puerto Rico
Reservations | Yes |
Credit Cards | Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard) |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Outdoor Seating | No |
Menus | Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour |
Drinks | Full Bar, Cocktails |
We ventured off the beaten path to find this gem. One of the best meals I've ever had. Braised Pork Shank is outstanding. The Jibarito Mule is great too. Bring a group and share multiple dishes.
By far the best meal we've had in PR, the food is on the level of NYC restaurants . We had the tuna skewers , conk fritters , and risotto - all amazing. The drinks are delicious, and the service is great.
The food is excellent! The servers are very friendly . You must try the filet mignon - it does bring a real Puertorrican touch. The place is amazing with a nice atmosphere. Foodies be like: omg!
Amazing food and friendly service . The goat cheese quesadilla is a must. Not a fan of the mojitos though. This is definitely the place for posh Puerto Ricans ;). Need to book in advance.
The croquettes are awesome! This place has some really nice cocktails and just about every liquor/spirit you could imagine behind the bar . It's very lively and packed all day, especially on a Friday.
The atmosphere itself is elegant and personable, but the space retains a raw urban feel. Ketel One Vramble is a delicious signature cocktail that will definitely give you something to talk about. Read more
The ahi tuna with Asian spices is amazing. The octopus with chickpeas and chorizo delish! Lamb chops , you know what, everything is amazing!
Absolutely amazing food here. Go for the wild crab with salad and the sea bass on sweet potato . Out of this world. If I ever come back to PR this is definitely a place I would come back to!
Goat cheese quesadillas . I still talk about them two years later. And the cocktails were great!
Sip on craft cocktails and enjoy a sophisticated take on local cuisine at celebrity Chef Santaella's restaurant . This trendy spot is perfect for a date night . Reservations highly encouraged!
Sip on craft cocktails and enjoy a sophisticated take on local cuisine at celebrity Chef Santaella's restaurant . This trendy spot is perfect for a date night . Reservations highly encouraged!
Goat cheese quesadilla , pimento cheese and bacon , grilled octopus , the cocktails . Just go here. Get a reservation early for a Friday night then walk through la placita
Great vibe, lots of local PR professionals. The mini taco 's were amazing. A pretty expensive place but worth a visit.
Santaella sidecar was great! Love to see sidecars highlighted, a truly underrated cocktail . Snapper was excellent as well . Good crowd, nice environment.
One of the top restaurants I have ever been too. The flavors are absolutely amazing, the service impecable and the people watching is the cherry on top!
Fresh food , farm to the table, use of all local products . Fancy and vibrant Restutant with delicious food. Drinks were not only beautiful but so yummy????
The Spanish style octopus is a must. Suggest the trifongo as well . Finish with bread pudding . All were flavored extraordinarily well .
Delicious food in a great ambiance. You must get the Goat Cheese Quesadilla and Ahi Tuna skewers .
The goat cheese quesadillas are incredible, but nothing else really impressed. It would be worth going just for those quesadillas , though. Cocktails were also good.
Ask for the 7 layer salad w amarillos, the blue stone crab alcapurrias, ahi tuna pinchos ! All To die for!!!
One of the best meals I've had. Goat cheese quesadilla , octopus , ahi tuna , trifongo , you can't go wrong.
This place is AMAZING! Highly recommend the goat cheese quesadilla , croquetas , tuna tacos ! Service was very friendly as well .
A bit pricy but the food is worth it. The coconut and almond custard is at another level! Do yourself a favor and order it.
Favorite of my new findings! Great atmosphere, delish cocktails , affordable menu , and friendly service / Only negative is the reservations ... need to make them in advance ... way in advance!
Best ambiance for business or family lunch or dinner , local cuisine and best cocktails in the island .
Great food, great ambiance, good cocktails for PR! Make sure to grab a reservation
Everything! The cod fish stew with pigeon peas and chorizo was incredible! Desserts were incredibly good.
Everything I've had @ Santaella were all delicious. The nutella emparedado...perfection!!
Where most of the worldclass cocktail champions are! la Doña Picante it's my favorite
Great date night spot ! Delicious Spanish Octopus ????
Cocktails are awesome and the food is great. Probably our best experience in San Juan!
Amazing culinary experience served in a very elegant joyful atmosphere with impeccable service ! A MUST!!
The food insanely creative, endless play on different taste to please any experienced palette. I loved the specialty house drinks as well !
Spectacular tiny restaurant . Get the "Hen of the woods " mushroom , it's really good.
great ambience, food and service! Angus beef sliders , Quesadillas with goat cheese or tuna skewer a MUST! :)
Among the best dining in San Juan, excellent service, quality, ambiance
Awesome mixologists ! Love the cocktails here ! ????
Loved the food. But they will give you an entire snapper , head bones and all, if you aren't careful.
The place is legit. Great atmosphere and food. There is gated metered run parking down the street.
Great restaurant ! Delicious tapas and great friendly staff . Easy walk from Condado resorts .
Great food, fantastic wines and beautiful ambiance
Don't forget to check yelp for the special free mojito aka da jelp especial
Beautiful restaurant ! Fabulous food & amazing drinks! Worth the trip to Puerto Rico!
Food was fine, though nothing to make me go back twice. Atmosphere was definitely awesome. Real nice place. A little over priced in my opinion. Felt like i was back in NYC.. Valet parking 7 bucks!
Try the Jalapeño Margarita , it's strong and delicious. The mignon filet its awesome.
Great food, Great service! Try the Nutella Sandwich for dessert .
Drinks are great, and anything from their food menu tastes like heaven!
Cocktails , service and the ambience are good here
Nutella sandwich was leap of faith for me, but I was not disappointed. Delicious.
Great cocktails . Get the empanadillas of the day.
Great mojitos! Everything we had was delicious. Try their croquetas and tuna tartare. - Rebecca Maldonado
Portions are huge (and delicious), so it’s reasonable to share one dish with two people. - mak ????
Fish tacos with extra hot sauce keep me going back for more! - Michelle Acosta
Good vibes! Went there on a Friday. People hanging around and havin' drinks, dancing on the street with live music. Great place for people watching. Went there by myself and had a blast. - Angelique Houtveen
Local food, drinks and dancing. Very crowded on Thursday and Friday. Awesome place to know the locals - Carmelo Del Valle
Their one-of-a-kind, signature Tiki/Tropical cocktail menu is a must try experience for cocktail lovers when in San Juan. Kitchen closes at 2am, makes for great after-hours dining as well. Cheers! - Hector Ortiz