Bad Bunny’s residency: Where to eat near the Coliseum of Puerto Rico
Bad Bunny’s residency, which will take place every weekend from June 11 to September 14, will bring an average of 14,000 spectators per night to the Coliseo José Miguel Agrelot (also known as ‘el Choli’), making this coliseum the busiest place on the island this summer.
That’s why we wanted to take on the task of reviewing which restaurants and bars are near the ‘Choli’ that you can visit before or after the event.
We also included the estimated walking time from these spots to the Choli so you can better plan your afternoon and evening.
Restaurants and bars within a 10-minute walk from the Coliseum of Puerto Rico
📍Wood Doughnuts
Tempt your taste buds with a dozen donuts from Wood Doughnuts. Explore their creative menu with toppings such as iconic sweets and unusual combinations: chocolate and bacon, Doritos and Nutella, or pieces of your favorite cereal.
What’s nearby: Hato Rey train station
📍Tinto y Blanco
If you’re looking for tapas and a wide variety of wines, stop by Tinto y Blanco. Its extensive menu includes hams and cheeses, montaditos, rellenos, croquettes, main courses with meat, poultry, and seafood, as well as different cocktails and beers.
This spot is ideal for a relaxed dinner or round of tapas with friends before the concert.
📍24 Marketplace
This bodega-meets-bar is the spot for pre-gaming or keeping the party going after a Choli concert. The famous “24” serves up all the bar food classics – burgers, wings, frituras, and solid criollo dishes. If you’re not ready to call it a night after the show, this is where you want to be.
What’s nearby: Denny’s
📍La Cantina Karaoke Bar & Restaurant
Get ready for a night of singing your favorite songs accompanied by Bori-Mex food at La Cantina. Its menu offers a wide variety, from tacos and nachos to fried foods and main dishes with poultry, meat, and seafood.
What’s nearby: The Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
Other places nearby within a 10-minute walk:
- Dulce Capricho Restaurant – Coffee, brunch, and lunch
- Bóveda Restaurant – Spanish cuisine
- 21 de Diciembre by Chef Jorge – Creative cuisine
- Tao Sushi & Bar – Asian food
- The Spot Food Hall – Mexican cuisine
📍 Ruben’s Café – Hato Rey
Ruben’s Café never closes – they’re slinging Puerto Rican comfort food 24/7 for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This family-run spot doubles as a chill hangout with tropical drinks, cold beers, and merengue or bachata vibes.
Perfect for those late-night munchies after a concert since you know they’ll always be open.
What’s nearby: Roosevelt Urban Train Station
📍Dipea Wins
Dipea Wings specializes in chicken wings and strips available in orders of 8, 16, or 24 pieces.
They offer a variety of sauces and side dishes such as potatoes, tostones, spicy crab, and waffles. They also serve mojitos and specialty drinks.
What’s nearby: Baskin-Robbins
📍 Aki-E Bistro Bar
Aki-E serves up legit Puerto Rican food that won’t break the bank. Start with some croquetas, chicharrones de pollo or res, and a mix of frituras. For mains, they’ve got churrascos, good cuts of beef, and chicken done all kinds of ways.
Plus, they do pastas and risottos if you’re in that mood. It’s a solid spot to fuel up before hitting up a show at the Coliseum.
What’s nearby: Baskin-Robbins
📍 La Patria Restobar
La Patria Restobar has a wide range of dishes, including mac-n-cheese, pasta, pizza, a vegan menu, and a selection of seasonal cocktails and mocktails. It’s the ideal place for a casual lunch or dinner.
What’s nearby: Baskin-Robbins and Dipea Wings
📍 The Crust Pizza Co.
The Crust Pizza Co. allows you to customize pizzas with the ingredients of your choice. One of their specialty pizzas is La Jayuyana, with ground beef, yellow peppers, fresh cilantro, and cilantro mayo.
They also offer vegan and gluten-free options.
What’s nearby: Nacho Libre and Ruben’s Café
📍 Nacho Libre
This Mexican cantina is the go-to spot for margaritas and all your faves – tacos, quesadillas, and nachos. Don’t skip the elote (corn on the cob), guac, or pico de gallo on the side. It’s perfect for big groups since they’ve got plenty of outdoor seating. If you’re sticking around PR for a bit, check their socials for events and live music nights.
What’s nearby: Melodía Wine and Bistro and Dr. José Narciso Gándara Park
Other places near the Coliseum of Puerto Rico and the Roosevelt Station:
- Up In Smoke – Smoked Food Joint: Smoked cuisine. 14-minute walk
- Chotis en Ávil: Spanish restaurant. 15-minute walk and 7 minutes from Roosevelt station
- Niko’s Garage: Burger Joint. 13-minute walk and 4 minutes from Roosevelt station
- Tripletón PR: Tripletas and sandwiches. 4-minute walk from Domenech station
