Princesa - Cocina Cultura

Savor authentic flavors at this 4.5-star Puerto Rican gem. Enjoy delicious food, friendly service, and a vibrant atmosphere. Discover your next favorite meal.

Caribbean & Latin · Seafood$$4.5(2,070)Puerto Rico

Classic local dishes, spirits & a rum list are served in this woodsy restaurant that has a patio.

About Princesa - Cocina Cultura

Nestled along the historic Paseo de la Princesa in Old San Juan, this establishment offers a delightful culinary experience. Diners consistently praise the exceptionally tasty food, with the perfectly cooked fish being a particular highlight. The warm and friendly staff contribute to a top-notch service that enhances the overall dining experience. With a solid 4.5-star rating and a moderate $$ price range, it represents excellent value for the quality provided. The opportunity to dine outdoors, accompanied by live music and expertly crafted cocktails, makes for a memorable evening, especially for groups. This is a spot where you can truly appreciate the culture through its food and ambiance.

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Restaurant Characteristics

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💰Price Range
Moderate
🕐Meal Time
dinner
👥Group Size
Groups Welcome
🎭Atmosphere
Outdoor
🍽️Dining Style
Flexible
Features & Amenities
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Beer
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Why Travelers Love Princesa -

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4.5 / 5.0(2,070 reviews)

Definitely some tasty food across the menu. Staff were super friendly and service was top notch. Their prices were good especially considering the quality of food we all received. They had a nice selection of rum. It was unanimous that their fish was cooked perfectly and was extremely delicious, but everything was quite tasty. We loved it here! It was a nice evening, so we sat outside. There were lots of flies in the area, so our server (Diego) placed fly repellers at the table. They worked well. To start, we each ordered a jibarito (very tasty) and shared an order of croquetas pescado. We enjoyed those very much. My husband also ordered chicarron de pulpo, which he loved. I do not eat octopus, so I didn't' sample. It looked appetizing, though. For our entrees, we had pinon de ovejo and a whole fried fish (it was snapper on this day). My husband really enjoyed the lamb dish. The fish was served with fried plantains, and was so simple and flavorful. They were kind enough to remove the head (you have to ask). We did not have dessert, as we were heading to Anita's for gelato (reviewed separately). We have eaten here a few times since moving to Puerto Rico. I personally love their ceviche but everything else we have had has been great. The servers are professional and the environment is enjoyable. I love the place inside as well, its beautiful.

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Where to Find Them

2 Paseo De La Princesa, Calle Shurmberg, San Juan, 00901, Puerto Rico

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Opening Hours

Closed Now
MondayClosed
Tuesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday12:00 – 10:00 PM
SundayClosed

Recent Reviews

Coach T.

October 28, 2025

Definitely some tasty food across the menu. Staff were super friendly and service was top notch. Their prices were good especially considering the quality of food we all received. They had a nice selection of rum. It was unanimous that their fish was cooked perfectly and was extremely delicious, but everything was quite tasty.

Tanisha M.

September 30, 2025

We loved it here! It was a nice evening, so we sat outside. There were lots of flies in the area, so our server (Diego) placed fly repellers at the table. They worked well. To start, we each ordered a jibarito (very tasty) and shared an order of croquetas pescado. We enjoyed those very much. My husband also ordered chicarron de pulpo, which he loved. I do not eat octopus, so I didn't' sample. It looked appetizing, though. For our entrees, we had pinon de ovejo and a whole fried fish (it was snapper on this day). My husband really enjoyed the lamb dish. The fish was served with fried plantains, and was so simple and flavorful. They were kind enough to remove the head (you have to ask). We did not have dessert, as we were heading to Anita's for gelato (reviewed separately).

Yadira L.

November 2, 2025

We have eaten here a few times since moving to Puerto Rico. I personally love their ceviche but everything else we have had has been great. The servers are professional and the environment is enjoyable. I love the place inside as well, its beautiful.

Cindy C.

October 3, 2025

The food was amazing. The waitress was a but rude when I wanted something light, so I ordered 2 appetizers for my meal and we shared 1. She rolled her eyes when I said that's all I wanted. Other than that, it's a beautiful restaurant and the food and drinks were great.

Abri

August 12, 2025

Affordable and delicious! Our waiter was informative, funny, and kind. The lamb chops were amazing, I needed more. I wasn't fond of the side that came with the rack of lamb. Everyone that was with our party enjoyed there good. I will definitely be back.

What to Expect

Features and amenities that make Princesa - special

Outdoor Seating

Live Music

Cocktails

Beer

Wine

Coffee

Groups Welcome

Reservations

Practical Information

Everything you need to know before you visit

Payment Options

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
NFC/Contactless

Parking

Free Street Parking
Paid Parking Lot

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Wheelchair Accessible Parking

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