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Roasted SeaBass over 'Batata' purée - Santaella, San Juan, PR

Santaella

4.7
4.7
3928 Reviews
$31 to $50
Puerto Rican
219 Cll Canals, San Juan, PR 00907

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Great for creative cocktails
Chef José Santaella refined his culinary expertise with top chefs like Ferrán Adrià, Eric Ripert, and Gary Danko. His years of apprenticeships and a thriving catering career led to opening *Santaella* in Santurce’s La Placita Marketplace. The restaurant offers a rustic yet elegant atmosphere, with exposed brick walls, Edison lights, an indoor garden, and a stylish bar. Chef Santaella creatively combines local and international ingredients, crafting Puerto Rican nouvelle cuisine. The tapas-focused menu features favorites like ahi tuna skewers, goat cheese quesadillas, crab-topped ‘alcapurrias,’ and foie gras terrine with fruit jelly. Known for its vibrant ambiance, *Santaella* also boasts one of the island’s best cocktail bars, with expertly crafted drinks by its skilled mixologists. Praised as a culinary treasure in San Juan, *Santaella* impresses with "amazing food," "exceptional service," and "top-tier cocktails." Ideal for special events or memorable evenings, it’s a must-visit.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Puerto Rican, Contemporary Latin, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef José Santaella
  • Catering
    For Caterings, please contact: https://santaella.tripleseat.com/party_request/26218
  • Private party facilities
    For Group Dining Inquiries please visit our website at: https://santaella.tripleseat.com/party_request/26218
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    San Juan
  • Cross street
    La Placita de Santurce
  • Parking details
    Santaella has valet parking thru Valera Parking ($10) and there are also two public, paid parkings nearby.
  • Public transit
    Stop #19. Bus lines: A5, B21, M3, B16
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Large Group Prix Fixe Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a delicious selection of dishes perfectly sized for your group. Select from a variety of dishes to create your custom Santaella 3-course prix fixe menu. Visit our menu section at santaellapr.com to view our group menu options or email us at reservations@santaellapr.com with any questions. Once booked, we will follow up with you to select desired menu. Group menus are required for parties of 11 or more guests. THIS EXPERIENCE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.
    Large Group Prix Fixe Menu Photo
  • Rooftop Experience

    Multiple dates available
    Azotea by Santaella is a chic rooftop bar and restaurant in San Juan's Santurce district, set above the renowned Santaella Restaurant. Known for its relaxed, stylish open-air setting with cityscape and sunset views, Azotea attracts locals and tourists alike. The menu spotlights Puerto Rican-inspired dishes with international influences, featuring fresh seafood, light, shareable plates, and creative cocktails, including Puerto Rican twists. With a curated wine and beer list, lush decor and music. Azotea delivers a vibrant nightlife experience ideal for romantic dates, group outings, or scenic relaxation. Sunday Menu on the Rooftop: https://www.josesantaella.com/azotea-menu/
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  • Late Night Bar Access

    Multiple dates available
    Bar Access - only for drinks @ bar! Kitchen closed.

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What 3,928 people are saying

Santaella reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Puerto Rican

  • Caribbean

    Most Booked

  • Puerto Rico

    Puerto Rican

  • Puerto Rico

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Santaella in Puerto Rico offers an incredible dining experience with a "vibrant yet cozy" atmosphere and "outstanding" service. Diners rave about the "incredible food," featuring "modern twists on Puerto Rican classics." The "creative cocktails" and lively ambiance make it a "must visit" spot in San Juan.

3,928 Reviews
  1. T

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! We had the salmon sashimi and watermelon and goat cheese salad to start. Then the sea bass with salted vegetables. Finished with the warm chocolate cake. EVERYTHING was delicious. Service was perfect . Champagne and rioja/ribera del duero wines were exceptionally good, and really generous pours. It was my partners birthday and they indulged us with a candle and a singing. Thank you Santaella!

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  2. margaret

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the local flavors and ambiance. Beautiful space for quick and lunch. Don’t let the facade of building deceive you (if you’re a tourist). The interior impeccable.

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  3. Raquel

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous place. Terrific, attentive service and delicious food. My favorite place to eat in PR!

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  4. Maria

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place! Amazing food! Terrific service! Cool vibe and best cocktails on the island!

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  5. John

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were on the rooftop since the main restaurant is closed on Sundays - Azotea. Great food and service. Highly recommend if you are in town.

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  6. Lauren

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I were able to get a last minute reservation during our stay in the area. This was absolutely our best meal and service during our stay in Condado. We sat at the bar, and had wonderful service from Jonathan. Jonathan and his team made delicious drinks, and Jonathan gave us great recommendations for food. I highly recommend the ahi tuna pintxos, pastelón and the Nutella sandwich.

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  7. Lindsay VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Recommended by a friend, this was an excellent dinner and experience! Service is outstanding and friendly. We ate at the bar (no tables available) and had a wonderful meal.

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  8. Susan VIP

    London64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the watermelon goat cheese salad - very fresh and dressed with balsamic vinegar and pine nut. We then ordered the Sea Bass which was cook d to perfection! We also ordered the cauliflower dish and it was florets roasted (not fried!) and seasoned with cheese and pomegranates. Divine. To top it off, we had the warm chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream which house made and delicious! Highly recommend considering Santaella for your next luxury dinner.

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  9. Brian

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Santaella is always fun, exciting, excellent service, and spectacular food. I have been going consistently for 10 years for lunch and dinner.

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  10. Luis VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great cocktail and wonderful ambience. I am a local I visit Santaella 2-3 times per week. Service is A+. If your looking for great Puerto Rican fusion food and tasty cocktails this is the place to go.

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FAQs

Santaella does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Santaella is rated 4.7 stars by 3928 OpenTable diners.

Santaella does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Caribbean
  4. Puerto Rico
  5. San Juan

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Santaella

219 Cll Canals, San Juan, PR 00907

Additional information

  • Cross street
    La Placita de Santurce
  • Neighborhood
    San Juan
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Puerto Rican, Contemporary Latin, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Santaella has valet parking thru Valera Parking ($10) and there are also two public, paid parkings nearby.
  • Public transit
    Stop #19. Bus lines: A5, B21, M3, B16
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef José Santaella
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For Caterings, please contact: https://santaella.tripleseat.com/party_request/26218
  • Private party facilities
    For Group Dining Inquiries please visit our website at: https://santaella.tripleseat.com/party_request/26218
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