Cocina Abierta
Experience exceptional Puerto Rican dining at this San Juan gem. With a 4.6-star rating, enjoy creative dishes and expertly crafted cocktails. Reserve your table today.
Cosmopolitan restaurant serving innovative tasting menus, wine pairings & cocktails.
About Cocina Abierta
Nestled in San Juan, this vibrant dining establishment offers a culinary journey that has earned it a stellar 4.6-star rating from over 1600 patrons. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, perfect for both intimate dinners and lively group gatherings, with the added bonus of outdoor seating. Diners consistently praise the generous and delicious cocktails, noting the excellent value. The food itself is a highlight, with a tasting menu that delivers full, satisfying portions of creative and flavorful dishes that keep guests coming back for more. This is a place where the quality of both drinks and cuisine truly shines, making it a must-visit in Puerto Rico's dining scene.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Upscale)
Upscale dining ($$$) - Fine dining with premium prices
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Cocina Abierta
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
We arrived earlier than our reservation time and they seated us immediately. The bartender was generous with his pours; the drink tasted delicious and was worth the price. Most places they charge you a lot but there's so little alcohol in the cocktail. Not here. The food was phenomenal! Five course dinner and each course was a full serving. We couldn't eat it all but we definitely tried. This is one of those restaurants that even when you're full, you still keep eating because the food is SO good!! I seriously recommend coming in hungry because this chef will make sure you leave completely satisfied. Nice experience since arriving here. Parking 🅿️ available near to the restaurant. The host is Very nice. We had the best waiter Christopher. He explain the concept, the service was 10/10. thanks 🙏🏽 Christopher!!. Recommend the experience. I went there to celebrate my husband birthday 🎉 and was grateful! The chef design a delicious meal and nice presentation. A uniquely wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Each dish was a feast for the senses and everyone we interacted with was gracious and kind. The highlights for me were the duck mofongo and the “wildcard” cocktail made by the incredibly talented in-house mixologist, Rafael. This was such a special evening and I hope to return someday!
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Recent Reviews
Kait
September 23, 2025
We arrived earlier than our reservation time and they seated us immediately. The bartender was generous with his pours; the drink tasted delicious and was worth the price. Most places they charge you a lot but there's so little alcohol in the cocktail. Not here. The food was phenomenal! Five course dinner and each course was a full serving. We couldn't eat it all but we definitely tried. This is one of those restaurants that even when you're full, you still keep eating because the food is SO good!! I seriously recommend coming in hungry because this chef will make sure you leave completely satisfied.
C. B.
November 2, 2025
Nice experience since arriving here. Parking 🅿️ available near to the restaurant. The host is Very nice. We had the best waiter Christopher. He explain the concept, the service was 10/10. thanks 🙏🏽 Christopher!!. Recommend the experience. I went there to celebrate my husband birthday 🎉 and was grateful! The chef design a delicious meal and nice presentation.
Marilyn F.
August 6, 2025
A uniquely wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Each dish was a feast for the senses and everyone we interacted with was gracious and kind. The highlights for me were the duck mofongo and the “wildcard” cocktail made by the incredibly talented in-house mixologist, Rafael. This was such a special evening and I hope to return someday!
Kesh
September 2, 2025
We had a fantastic time at Cocina Abierta, we did the 5-course menu & it was a fabulous representation of elevated traditional cuisine. The wine selection is also great and well priced, and we are very appreciative of Oné who took amazing care of us. We will be back!
Dome
June 29, 2025
We were looking for an upscale experience in San Juan for the weekend and Cocina Abierta delivered without breaking the bank. We did the $85 tasting menu and every dish was exceptional, with the dessert probably being the highlight of the meal. Cocktails were also delicious and complemented our meal well.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Cocina Abierta special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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