Once the week's hustle is over, it's time for brunch. Take some time to relax and enjoy everything from mimosas to French toast, whether with friends or on your own.
Here we've gathered our best guides to brunch in Puerto Rico so you can choose without the guesswork.
🔗 Brunch spots for when you're in no rush in the metro area
There's no reason to hurry when it comes to brunch. That first-day-of-the-weekend feast, mixing morning and lunch ingredients, is always a good plan.
If you're in the calle Loíza, Miramar or Santurce areas, we recommend these 10 spots to get your appetite going.
Savor the Mexican touch at Paulina Escanes, relax over an incredible Croque Madame at Madeline Cafe Bistro, and for something more local, you could order the pernil sandwich at Comedor. Another option with meat combinations is Vasijas Brunch in College Park.
🔗 Brunch spots in Old San Juan
Sleep in a little on the weekend. Once you wake up and feel like mimosas, French toast and eggs benedict, head to Old San Juan for brunch. Here are seven spots to choose from.
At St. Germain, for example, you'll find a light brunch if you want to ease into the morning. For classic dishes with Puerto Rican and international flavors, go with Mar y Rosa. For a full stomach and a happy heart, Mercado La Carreta is the answer.
If you're looking for a spot with a view of the plaza in front of the hotel El Convento, you can arrive early at Café Caleta.
🔗 Brunch spots with pancakes
A good pancake is never out of place at breakfast, though we're not judging here. Whatever flavor you're in the mood for, we present a selection of some of the best pancakes on the Island.
At Chocobar Cortés, for example, you can always count on plenty of chocolate.
🔗 Brunch spots in the west
Beyond the beaches and sunsets it's known for, the west has a solid list of spots for brunch. Go with whoever you like to one of the eight we present here.
What better way to start the day than eating by the water, which you could do at Aguadilla Rooftop Experience. Speaking of the sea, steps from Rincón you'll find Isla Restaurant, with a menu worth savoring. If you're short on time, at Sharanas, in Añasco, you can order the brunch cup with waffles, pancakes or French toast. Steps from the main plaza in Mayagüez, Vale La Pena serves breakfast and brunch all day, with a terrace for your coffee or matcha.
🔗 Coffee shops hidden gems in Puerto Rico
Beyond a good cup of coffee, there are local coffee shops considered hidden gems and well suited for brunch with your people. These five options belong on your list.
For example, you can stop by Colao Espresso Bar, in Ponce, and then take a stroll through the Jardín Japonés. Elementos Café, for its part, is a coffee truck in Toa Baja that focuses on coffee and specialty drinks like "Angry Ginger" and "Salted Almond."
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