Vegan
Beer/Wine
Fusion
Plant forward cocktail bar offering a few vegan items such as sandwiches, tapas and desserts. Reported fully vegan December 2023. Open Thu-Fri 6:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm. The last Thursday of each month only offers a prix fixe dinner menu.
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68 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00901
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- Outdoor seating
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- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 27 Nov 2024 by Aovara
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Added by Aovara on 28 Oct 2023
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23 Reviews
First Review by VeganWithAPassport
Amyladedada1
Points +658
A step into another world - Edit
This place is such a hidden treasure. We had a reservation for Thanksgiving (my birthday) and there was a prefixed menu. Everything was exquisite! From the food to the atmosphere this place was perfect.
Read morePros: Delicious plant based dishes , Cool vibes
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jccoach
Points +71
Fantastic plant-based menu - Edit
We just had the Thanksgiving menu and all 4 courses were delicious!! Want to return to see the full menu. Cocktails and service were excellent, too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-11-29
Pros: Food, Service, Ambiance
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CherylAnnA
Points +231
6 stars - Edit
We are here twice in Feb 2024 and we can’t stop talking about how amazing it was! Add in the delicious cocktails and exceptional service, and you’ve got the perfect dining experience
Read moreAovara
Thank you so much for your visit and this lovely review!
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bekkap
Points +16
Incredible dining experience - Edit
A truly wonderful restaurant, gorgeous interior, great music, delicious cocktails, and seriously amazing food.
Read moreAovara
We appreciate your positive feedback!
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nataliavalencia
Points +11
Love this restaurant - Edit
Everything is amazing! Great experience
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-20
Pros: Food, Location, Service
Cons: None
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lunaroodith
Points +61
Superb vegan fine dining - Edit
We feel so lucky to have secured a reservation on July 4th at this spot. So nice to have this vegan fine dining option in Old San Juan. Such nice ambiance and fantastic service— we had Angel as our server. We were on a bit of a time crunch and the restaurant really accommodated us, even gave us extra bread to soak up the yummy bits that remained on our plate. We were blown away by the papaya nigiri and the ricotta cappelletti— such depth of flavor. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to a meal here.
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H54LF
Points +226
Fantástico - Edit
Just a great experience from start to finish. Showed up here without a reservation (rookie move tbh), but the bartender/first person to greet us checked to see if there was an open table. We were lucky enough to snag a table in one of the back rooms.
Read moreSaw how good the arancini was in reviews so came looking for that. Didn’t realize they changed their menu, but I’m not mad at it at all. We got the ravioli, nigiri, and pasta bolognese including a costera and sangria for drinks. For dessert we tried both the pecan pie and tiramisu. Treat yoself.
The drinks were virgin, but very tasty. All the flavors came together super well in each dish. Nigiri was my favorite. The pasta a tad salty but the pasta cooked perfectly and made in house. Pecan pie was delicious with generous scoop of nice cream. Would definitely come back again. Thanks to our server Angel who was great!
Pros: All vegan, Atmosphere
Aovara
Thank you for visiting us! We appreciate your feedback and positive review. Hasta la próxima!
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RobertoGuerra
Points +601
Amazing place - Edit
The food here was amazing, and the servers are absolutely lovely people.
Read moreAovara
Hi Roberto! Thank you for your review. We're happy to read you enjoyed our restaurant!
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❤️
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antg
Points +100
Rooting for this place! - Edit
Loved everything! From the decor to the service, Aliado was an escape from all the tourist hustle just outside its doors. While there are few vegan restaurants in San Juan, this restaurant is a leader for the growing vegan scene. Every dish and drink felt so intentional and made with care.
Read moreAovara
Hello! We really appreciate your kind review and hope you can visit us soon. Thank you for supporting our small local business!
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deathgrowl
Points +176
Oasis of Deliciousness - Edit
I stayed a week in San Juan and finally got to try this place on my last night. Kitchen is open pretty late and I got lucky getting there before they closed it down. The bruschetta and tiramisu were amazing, the drinks spectacular, the staff warm, and the space (especially the courtyard) inviting. Best meal I had in the week.
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Hi. Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the Aliado experience and space.
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lydsup
Points +50
Perfect Spot - Edit
best food, we tried everything on the weekend menu. staff (gabi!) was so delightful. thinking about the caciode pepe weeks later!
Read moreAovara
Thank you for visiting us and sharing your experience :)
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KatherineWinter
Points +1426
Loved it, and so did my non-vegan husband - Edit
We came here for our anniversary dinner and it was perfect! I emailed a day before asking if I could get a last minute reservation, and they kindly accommodated. The staff was very nice and the food was EXCELLENT. I loved everything. My husband’s favorite was the arancini. Mine favorite was the papaya nigiri. My husband thought cacio e pepe needed more cheesy tag, but still great.
Read moreAovara
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're happy you enjoyed our offering
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Jlowry11
Points +16
The perfect upscale vegan experience. - Edit
This place is an absolute culinary treasure! This was the best meal I've had in a very long time. Aliado is a high-end vegan tapas style place and I could not have been more impressed. The plates are like edible art, each bursting with flavor and creativity. The cocktails and mocktails were also incredible.
Read moreThe atmosphere is so cozy and intimate, tucked away in this old building with a moody vibe that just draws you in. It's the perfect spot for a memorable night out, filled with incredible food and good vibes. The staff were also so attentive and friendly.
Trust me, you won't want to miss out on this gem in Old San Juan!
Aovara
We're humbled by your review! Thank you for sharing your experience.
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mariat
Points +34
Vegan Queen - Edit
The food was amazing, restaurant charming and staff friendly and helpful!
Read morePros: Lemon cheese cake beyond delicious, Brie sandwich was amazing, Chorizo was best we ever had
Aovara
We're so glad you enjoyed the experience & the chorizo :P
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VeggiesAndRocks
Points +287
Best food we had in PR - Edit
Worth the money, lives up to the hype. Tbh most food we had in PR was fairly bland and underwhelming. But not this, the food was interesting, fresh, and flavorful. If you're vegan in PR you MUST go here. Prepare to sip your drink and spend time enjoying yourself, it's not meant to be speedy service
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-22
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amak
Points +44
Great upscale vegan restaurant - Edit
Papaya rolls and fig pecan pie are amazing
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Champamarie
Points +102
A Real Treat - Edit
It was a charming space. The attention to detail is what I noticed first, the decor, the interesting but unobtrusive music, the graciousness of the servers. We shared the foccacio and the pumpkin pasta. The drink was good, but the pecan pie was to die for. It was perfect for our last night in San Juan.
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Chad_and_Emily
Points +2338
Wonderful food - Edit
We sat at the bar and had a few of their appetizers. The arancini and focaccia were fabulous. Higher recommended. Friendly staff.
Read moreCons: Somewhat expensive
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DanMiller
Points +183
Splendid - Edit
Dinner for four, seated right away, drinks and food were all delicious
Read morePros: Friendly, Attentive, All vegan
Cons: Pricy
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Matham
Points +511
Really good tapas! - Edit
It was Friday night and the music was amazing! My fav tapas were the arancinis
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DeAni
Points +115
Amazing 🤩 - Edit
This fully vegan tapas-like restaurant with a cozy feeling. The chef is great, and the service is very personal. Loved the arancini and raviolo, and the the Brie was also delicious. The drinks were great, and the atmosphere was lovely. Can’t say enough good things about this place.
Read morePros: Food was delicious , Drinks were great
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jay.callores
Points +4883
The only vegan restaurant in Viejo San Juan - Edit
It’s the only vegan restaurant in Old San Juan. That alone is worth the visit but Aliado Bar & Aperitivo goes above and beyond with its thoughtful menu. Jessica sets the mood with an artisanal cocktail and Chef Jerome delivers with inventive and mouth-watering bites.
Read moreThe sueño con Firenze, a Negroni-inspired drink was a refreshing starter walking into the cozily lit space from the warm evening shower outside. This was quickly followed by the nigiri, made from rehydrated papaya placed on top of an eggplant slice; it was a bite. The unctuousness and the hint of umami hit the spot. Next, the arancini atop a creamy carrot sauce deftly hints of Chef’s skill with veganizing traditional dairy-based ingredients. (This guy makes his cashew cheese in-house.) It was a satisfying meal from start to finish.
Located near the southern end of Calle del Cristo, Aliado has a bar area, two small dining areas, and an intimate patio. If you’re in Viejo San Juan, Aliado is worth seeking out to complete your trip.
Updated from previous review on 2023-12-17
LliguerPR96
Why are you saying this is a "vegan" restaurant but then mention they use dairy? You do know the difference between plant-based foods & *vegetarian diet, right? (*a lot of animals being abused, enslaved, raped & murdered)
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Apologies if my post was unclear, but thanks for pointing it out, LliguerPR96. Aliado is vegan; it does not use animal products. I appreciate your passion and everything you do, but your comment reads condescending, especially to someone who's on the same side.
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VeganWithAPassport
Points +2348
Unique and tasty dining experience 🤌🏿 - Edit
The food is divine 🤌🏿 Menu in restaurant is vegan by default (check pop-up menus though) and they have mocktails with alcohol-free alcohol which I appreciated (and alcoholic cocktails too). The housemade vegan cheese is 🗣 SOMETHING 👏🏿 ELSE 👏🏿... 😩👌🏿, and every dish is so creative. The chef is extremely talented and I can't wait to visit here again during my next visit to San Juan 😍
Read moreAlso the space has a lot of couch style seating, table seating, and a few bar stools, and the restaurant has cute vintage and rustic touches
Pros: THE FOOD IS THE BOMB DOT COM
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