Serves meat, vegan options available. Restaurant in Old San Juan specializing in Puerto Rican cuisine. Has extensive vegetarian/vegan menu offering appetizers, mains, and desserts. No red meat. Example of dishes include include bbq guava loaf, vegan burger with sauteed mushrooms, spicy tacos, malanga with mango salsa, gluten-free pizza, pancakes with berries. Rotating desserts include vegan cakes like carrot cake and tres leches. Serves cocktails, margaritas, beer, and juices. Food is prepared to order and takes time. Reservations suggested. Open Mon-Wed 9:00am-9:00pm, Thu-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-9:00pm.
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407 San Francisco St (at Plaza Colon), San Juan, Puerto Rico
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- Outdoor seating
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Last update on 22 Feb 2023 by OldCityVvibes
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136 Reviews
First Review by VeganPike
drdistance
Points +46
Vegan mofongo - Edit
First time trying mofongo and it was delicious (and a huge portion). Not the cheapest place around but was great food and a lot of vegan options. Will have to go back.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options. , Vegan mofongo
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Michelle.L.
Points +677
Great place! - Edit
Cafe Berlin is a cute restaurant with a great location right in the heart of Old San Juan. They have a full vegan menu and the food is great! (We ordered several things off of the menu and the only thing that was just okay was the BBQ filets.) Our server was super fun and helpful. The reason I give it three stars and not four is because the prices are really high. Expect to pay between $25 and $34 per entree. Overall, I'm glad we went and would go back again!
Read morePros: Vegan menu with lots of options, Friendly staff, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Expensive
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kellyguerin
Points +72
Loved the black bean empanadas - Edit
We came here at the start of our trip and plan to return just for the vegan empanadas. Nice spot to grab a bite and fancy drink while exploring Old San Juan!
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EC5
Points +2262
Yummy empanadas! - Edit
Came for breakfast and had the vegan empanadas! Very tasty! They have some lovely outside seating and friendly staff. Intend to come back to try their vegan mofungo!
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sglcklch
Points +3065
Average food at high prices - Edit
We came here for lunch and ordered an empanada, the mofongo, and the carrot cake. They were just alright. I'd say the empanada was the best out of the three but way overpriced at $15. The mofongo was absolutely enormous. It's a hearty dish to begin with and this one could easily be shared between 3-4 people. We managed to finish the whole thing and had to skip dinner because we still felt full. The first few bites were quite good but then it became increasingly heavy. The topping could've used a little more seasoning as well. My partner liked the carrot cake but I wasn't too impressed. It was a bit dry and gritty almost like a gluten-free cake.
Read moreThe location is convenient right by Plaza Colon and the decor is pretty upscale by local standards. The amount of vegan options are also a plus. All that said, it simply wasn't worth the price. Our meal set us back just over $70 including tips, which would've been even more if we'd taken the bottled waters given by our server. We asked to swap for tap and he was hesitant, saying it might give us stomach problems. We turned out fine.
Pros: location, vegan options
Cons: way overpriced
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dro
Points +98
It Was Cute - Edit
Went here for my birthday and it was okay. The food could have more flavor in it honestly but the atmosphere in Old San Juan is lovely. Drinks were the best thing haha!
Read morePros: Atmosphere is beautiful , Great customer swevice, Drinks are the bomb
Cons: Food can be seasoned better
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LolaDeVonne
Points +64
Overpriced, flavorless vegan food - Edit
We were so excited to experience Cafe Berlin, we showed up three days in a row only to discover a “closed” sign on the door at each attempt. When they were finally open, we excitedly jumped on the opportunity to finally try out the various vegan options on the menu. But, when we saw the prices, we were really disappointed. We typically like to order 3-5 things from each restaurant so we can get a full experience before leaving a review, but we were limited to just two dishes at Cafe Berlin due to the steep prices. We ordered the Vegan & Gluten Free Breakfast Bowl ($24) and the Ropa Vieja Vegana ($32) for lunch. Sad to say, this place was not worth the wait. The tofu in the breakfast bowl tasted like paper, almost no flavor. And, the soy strips in the ropa vieja dish had a strange aftertaste with minimal flavor as well. Overall, very bland food and we felt it was way, way overpriced. We went to St Germain, another cafe just a few blocks away, and ordered twice as much food for less money. I don’t recommend Cafe Berlin, unless you like paying top dollar for flavorless food and small portions. The atmosphere is casual, with only 7 tables inside and an outdoor area with umbrellas over the tables. As charming as this place looks from the outside, we were really disappointed with the food and the cost to eat here.
Read morePros: Old city vibes, Great location, Quite a few vegan options on the menu
Cons: Way overpriced, Bland vegan food, A bit of a tourist trap
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Pmsgrrrl
Points +20
More vegan options than expected - Edit
Being it was my first time in Puerto Rico, I was nervous about it lacking cool different vegan options that weren't just rice and beans and platano. This place had vegan mofongo that was to die for. They carry a vegan sandwich and tofu wrap as well. Food does take long, but I think people forget that good fresh food takes a minute to prepare. Highly recommend this place and the yucca mofongo!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2016-06-05
Pros: Freshly made food, Food had a lot of flavor, Place is comfortable and cute
Cons: It takes a minute to prepare good fresh food, Prices are a bit high for the portions, Didn't get enough chips with my wrap
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plantbasedlynn
Points +137
Vegan mofongo for the win! - Edit
First time visiting PR, and after trying a nasty vegetable mofongo the night before at another restaurant, I’m so glad I didn’t give up on my quest to find a good plant based mofongo. I had no attention of ordering mofongo for breakfast/brunch but so glad I did. It was delicious! The homemade “sausage” like pieces on the top were surprisingly really good. The vegan empanadas were also delicious! Also I have the add this restaurants location is perfectly located in Old San Juan. You can grab a bite to eat and then walk outside and explore.
Read morePros: Vegan options, Vegan mofongo, Location
Cons: Pricey
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LavenderLupone3
Points +38
Good if you pick well! - Edit
I’ve been a few times now and gotten a couple different dishes from their vegan options (they have quite a few, including gluten free!)- the breakfast bowl I did not like, would not order again, I found it super bland. The pancakes were fine, just plain. Very basic. The taco platter was INSANE. So so good. Will be going back and getting that again, I’m craving it. The carrot cake is also delicious! Really moist and really good frosting, not too sweet.
Read moreAnd the staff is always so so kind!
Pros: Lots of vegan options , Kind staff
Cons: Overpriced by a lot , Hit and miss with the dishes
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Kallday
Points +301
First time trying Mofongo! - Edit
It’s only right to try Mofongo in the place that originated it! Cafe Berlin is a little more expensive than most places but definitely worth it!
Read moreYou could tell that there’s a lot of effort put into the presentation, but that was okay because it complimented the taste perfectly!
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Points +21802
Cafe Berlin - Edit
Nice vegan mofongo but it wasn’t as good as another place I tried which was also drastically cheaper. If this is your only option while in SJ, then I’d recommend trying the mofongo here so you can have a taste of a local Puerto Rican dish.
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TaylorMason
Points +442
Good food, out of many items - Edit
The food was great at Cafe Berlin, but pricey. They were out of many vegan options, perhaps due to the holiday weekend. The vegan mufongo was excellent, and could easily be shared between two people.
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JamesRichardKao
Points +120
Delicious vegan options in a great spot! - Edit
Pedí una pizza GF con corteza de cauliflower y un te helado. La porción era adecuada para una persona y tenía buen sabor y frescura.
Read morePros: Buenas opciones veganas, Ubicación , Amigables
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KunalC
Points +48
Good Food - pricey - Edit
Good vegan options. We had the vegan mofongo and vegan Mexican platter. Both were really good with the Mofongo being excellent.
Read morePros: Many Vegan Options
Cons: Expensive
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Joshhw
Points +43
Overpriced but decent - Edit
We got a vegan mofungo, which was great, the downside is this place is priced for tourists and caters to them. If you happen to be in Old San Juan and need food this might be your only option unless you can flex some Spanish at other local spots. The food is good it’s just overpriced.
Read morePros: Outdoor patio, Lots of options
Cons: $$$$
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WFPBTestkitchen_SD
Points +254
Delicious - Edit
Ordered the Criollo Tofu. While it took a while for the food to come out it was worth the wait. The food was freshly made and delivered to the table hot and delicious. Served with yellow rice and pink beans and 3 tostones.
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AddieAnneSmith
Points +380
Delicious vegan food! - Edit
We got a delicious vegan burger and vegan mofongo. It has been the best vegan find since we got here. The prices are a bit high, but the atmosphere is chill and the music is enjoyable. I also had a blueberry vodka drink with fresh mint that was amazing!
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salcoates
Points +21
San Juan at it's best - Edit
Love this place
Read morePros: Authentic place, Great tofu scramble, Lots of vegan options
Cons: Moderate prices for exceptional good, Friendly
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Renegar
Points +58
Great brunch! - Edit
Very filling scramble bowl and great fresh squeezed juice.
Read morePros: Several vegan options , Fresh squeezed juice, Friendly
Cons: Pricey
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pimpsoda
Points +71
Amazing Food! - Edit
I love the variety of options they have for Vegans! I got the Vegan Mofongo and man it did not disappoint ! So delicious and filling! The staff of the restaurant were really friendly as well! Only thing that was a bit bothersome were the amount of birds around which I know is Old San Juan in general and not fault of the restaurant. But if needed be you may want to eat inside if you don’t want to deal with the birds
Read morePros: DELICIOUS FOOD, Lots of vegan options, Very friendly staff
Cons: If eating outside, lots if aggressive birds
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SergAMox
Points +474
Best in Viejo San Juan - Edit
Extensive vegan options. I had the vegan breakfast bowl, which was great and healthy. My partner had the vegan mofongo which was delicious. Drinks and coffee were excellent. Perfect lunch spot.
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Breah
Points +661
Good but not a home run - Edit
Walked from ocean park to VSJ for cafe Berlin and it was good, but a little underwhelming. The service was exceptional and the drinks were v tasty. The food was pretty good - we tried the vegan burger and the tofu criolla. I thought the rice was the true star of the tofu dish; the tofu itself was too soft. Overpriced for what you get.
Read morePros: Vegan options , Fresh juice/drinks, Great service
Cons: Expensive
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blessherheart
Points +75
Delicious! - Edit
Had the empanada last vegano and they were delicious. Then had the Mexican vegan GF plate which was soy shaving that my husband couldn’t believe it wasn’t chicken. (It wasn’t) the sauces were great with both of them and the pesto fried rice was so flavorful.
Read moreWe will have to come back for breakfast.
Pros: Good vegan and GF selections, Nice staff
Cons: Very slow. It took 40 min to get our food , Small cafe.
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persephoney
Points +20
Delicious vegan options - Edit
We had an excellent meal at Cafe Berlin!
Read moreFirst of all, there’s a number of vegan options including a dessert option, all clearly labeled, which I really appreciated. The entrees are on the pricier side, but portions are generous.
We ordered the passionfruit and guanabana fresh juices for drinks, and were not disappointed. My previous experience with the latter was one that was saccharine sweet, however, Cafe Berlin seems to be very conservative on the sugar in that regard, and the drink really let the flavors shine.
For food, we chose the criollo tofu and the spicy vegan tacos. The criollo tofu was good, the sauce was great, however, the rice and beans side that came with it was just fantastic (I’m still thinking about it two weeks after)! The spicy vegan tacos also came with a great spicy sauce and were overall pretty good.
Overall, I’d give this 5 stars just for the amazing drinks and the great rice/beans side that was just out of this world. Highly recommended for any veg*ns wandering around Old San Juan.
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gmartineau
Points +176
Good vegan options and good food - Edit
This was my second time visiting Cafe Berlin. The atmosphere is nice and the food is good. I had the veggie mofungo both times and it was good (but not great). I did order their vegan carrot coconut cream cake that is made by the owner, and that was delicious!
Read morePros: Lot of options , Well labeled , Good food
Cons: Not great food , Expensive
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KadiHarmon
Points +8471
Authentic and Amazing! - Edit
Cafe Berlin is def my go to for Puerto Rican vegan options! I’ve been for both breakfast and dinner menus and it’s always great! Great place to bring your non vegan friends…I’ve done so many times and everyone is always happy! For all the times I’ve been here idk why I only have pics of my most favorite healthy zucchini mint lime drink. I get it every time!
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