Waiter's Gastro Bar

4.6

384 Reviews

$30 and under

Puerto Rican

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Waiter's Gastro Bar, a new dining genre that combines creative food and drink with warm style. A mix of “gastronomy” and “pub,” with the best food & drinks in a casual atmosphere!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 29, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(787) 977-1611

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(787) 977-1611
Website
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Waiters-Gastro-Bar-384452951684578/about/?ref=page_internal
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1024 Ave Ashford San Juan, PR 00907
Neighborhood
Condado / Santurce
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Soup of the Day$8.00
Coconut Shrimps$16.00
with Piña Colada sauce
Fried Puerto Rican Cheese$8.00
with Guava sauce
Tropical Fish Ceviche$18.00
Homemade Fried Mozzarella$10.00
Piece of (Dorado) Sofrito Tempura$14.00
with Caribbean Cocktail sauce
Loiza Style (Piononos) Filled Ground Beef$9.00
with White Cheese on Top
Shrimp Breaded$15.00
with (Bacalaito) blend with Mango BBQ sauce
Caribbean Wings$12.00
with Sesame Honey Mango glaze
Grilled Sausages$12.00
with Garlic and Parsley sauce or on Red Wine sauce
Jumbo Marinated Wings$8.00
Fresh Mussels in Garlic Butter Sauce$12.00
Top Fish "Montaditos" on Cassava Roots and Plantain Fritters$15.00
Trio Handmade Puerto Rican (Alcapurrias)$12.00
Gouda Cheese Fritter$12.00
with Guava sauce

Waiter's Style Rice Dishes

Skirt Steak (Arroz Enchurrascado)$24.00
Chicken (Arroz Empollado)$16.00
Local Sausage (Arroz con Longaniza)$16.00
Paellita
Dorado, Shrimps, Calamari, Chicken, Mussels, Sausages
- For One$28.00
- For Two$39.00
Shrimp Rice (Arroz Encamaronado)$18.00
Coconut Crab Rice (Arroz Enjueyado)$18.00

Al Plato

Grilled Skirt Steak (Churrasco)
- 10 oz$21.00
- 14 oz$27.00
Fried Pork Chops (Center Cut)$15.00
Grilled Chicken Breast$14.00
Baby Back Ribs$21.00
with Guava Mango sauce
Grilled Pork Medallions$14.00
Waiter's Burgers$13.00
Garlic Shrimps$17.00
Grilled Dorado$16.00
Grilled Grouper$19.00

Salads

Add Chicken - $5

Avocado Salad (on Season)$9.00
Waiter's Salad$9.00
Caesar Salad$8.00
Mix Green's$7.00

Stuffed Dishes Plates

Mofongo, Tostones o Avocado. Pick Your Favorite Sauce: Creole - Butter - Garlic - Spicy Ron Guava Ginger

Crab Meat "Salmorejo"$18.00
Shrimps$20.00
Dorado$20.00
Fried Pork Meat$16.00
Chicken$17.00
Skirt Steak$21.00
Coconut Crab Rice (Arroz Enjueyado)$18.00
Veggie$15.00
Grouper$19.00
Waiter's Style Ropa Vieja$17.00
Ceviche$18.00

Sides

Fried Green Plantains (Tostones)
Sweet Plantains
Home Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Mamposteado Rices
Black Beans, Pigeon Peas, Red Beans
Green Salad
White Rice and Red Beans
Avocado

What 384 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Caribbean
Neighborhood Gem
Caribbean
Puerto Rican
Puerto Rico
Fit for Foodies
Puerto Rico
Neighborhood Gem
Puerto Rico
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was incredible
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was outrageous, best most affordable meal in condado. Must visit
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the second time at this restaurant. Both times food and service were excellent. Only complaint is that this time I ordered soft drinks (diet coke), and since it was brought already in a glass, I was not aware that refills were not included and so each “refill” was charged. The customer should be made aware of this.
GM
GregM
Louisville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Make a reservation!
JB
JudyB
Caribbean
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was authentic and delicious. It was worth the money.
JR
JuanR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service price location ambient and good food
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely a great low key spot
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second visit and can’t wait to go back. The food is amazing and they might have the best Mojito on the island!! Can’t say enough about the taste and flavor of the food!!
LS
LSV1
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, great service. Make a reservation to ensure a table
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Ceviche was salty but other dishes were good.
c
crystalr
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience2
Food was mediocre for the price and ambiance. The rice was hard and the beans should of had more flavor.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come here everytime we are in town. 10/10.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This unassuming spot was the best food we had in Puerto Rico and the best service I’ve had in years. The food was absolutely outstanding and our server was a true professional. Cannot recommend highly enough. Will admit, the heavily branded exterior and sports on the TV screens gave us momentary pause but trust that this relaxed space will provide a meal you won’t forget.
AR
AntoniaR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding experience on every level! Juan was a sweet, knowledgeable and helpful server. A return visit is a must!
P
Prince95
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Hard to find the entrance. Not nice looking but great food and service. Good vegetarian options
LF
LocalFoodsLover
New England
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Nice spot but it took forever to get our meal. The food was tasty but not particularly good for the long wait. If they can get the food out more promptly, I'd recommend as a neighborhood spot for great beans and rice.
TN
TNTTravelTeam
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We cannot say enough about this place. I have started booking all my VIP Clients here. The food is so authentic and all of my clients love it. Try the dessert too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
It was OK. Nothing special!
AR
AbrylR
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience2
We got seated at 8:30pm and ordered our drinks and meal (steak and their salmon special) there were only another 3 tables with people and we waited over an hour and when we told them that we wanted cancel the order, the waiter went to check in the kitchen and told us that the food will be ready in a few. At that point we were over it. I would understand if they were busy or if the place was packed. But it is unacceptable to wait so long for a skirt steak and a salmon special.
JT
JeffT
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
Pub like atmosphere. Small. Server was friendly and accommodating. Nothing fancy but food was good and not expensive.
MP
MissPam
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Relaxing and welcoming. Chef special snapper was glorious. Mofongo stuffed with ceviche was beautifully done. Flan dessert was lovely, and the piña coladas could have been dessert themselves — so good. Be prepared to wait for the check — it will give you time to savor a memorable evening. Would definitely eat there again.
I
Iceman
Charlotte
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. Would highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience1
The waiter was rude, impatient, inconsiderate, and dismissive. We were sat right in front of the bathroom. although multiple tables became available and us repeatedly asking to be moved, we were told this is all they have available to us. We had reservations and were told tables were being reached until we left no other parties occupied the table. After sitting for 15 minutes watching people going and out of the bathroom, we lost our appetite and asked for our food to go. It took 1.15 hrs to get our food. Folks who came after us were eating before we could get our to-go order. It was an awful experience and would not recommend anyone going there.
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Nomnom
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
We waited over an hour and a half for our first appetizer to come out. Then another 30 minutes for the main dishes. Recommend going when you are not in a hurry.
MB
MarBB
Atlanta
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience2
The place and food was authentic and great! That said, the place was not crowded but it took 45 minutes for our food to come after ordering. It took just 20 min to get our first drink. It appeared that they had only one waiter which had a poor attitude. When we asked about how much longer because we had a tour, the waiter told us, “next time you need to allow a lot more time to enjoy your dinner.” I understand this is island time but should never take almost an hour to get an empanada and piece of fish. There’s a reason why this place is called “Waiter’s” because everyone is just sitting around waiting!!!
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Ruth
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A welcome, down to earth break from the pulsing establishments on the strip. The food was delicious. Not finicky. I haven’t have a chance to get to know the local cuisine but I’m guessing that this was pretty authentic. The service was attentive but chill. Loved the relaxed pace good food and low lights. A lovely, low key experience overall. We’d definable go back.
CW
CharlesW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I wanted to show my family my favorite restaurant in Condado. As always the service was great the food was great the drinks were great. I will definitely be back and my family would like to return and enjoy a delicious meal.
ME
MichelleE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
After reading the reviews I had to go there and they were ON POINT!!! I went an hour before they closed and my drink and dinner was still EXCELLENT!!! Thank you Javier for your great service.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience was THE BEST. Javier was our server and he provided the best service. Lovely person and great at his job. The food was so delicious. Very fresh, traditional, made with love. the best place I’ve eaten in PR. We ordered the skirt steak, very juicy off the grill and the grouper. Both were cooked to perfection. The apps we had coconut shrimp, best I’ve ever had. The PR fried cheese with Guava sauce was so good. Not greasy, surprisingly light. Very reasonably priced for the excellent quantity food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Caribbean
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
The host is a very Rude person who lacks tact and education. There is a sign outside telling you to wait to be seated but no one is there to help you and you have to wait until the Host feel like looking outside. I don't recommend this place to anyone.
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an awesome meal at Waiter’s and enjoyed the quaint ambiance. I wish we could’ve tried more from the menu, but we were stuffed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
It was just ok
BM
BloomfieldMom
Cincinnati
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
We ordered some starters to share, a stuffed avocado which was not on the menu which was delicious, and some top Fish mondiditos- which the plantain they were on was tasteless and really thick and overwhelming. I eventually just scraped off the toppings and left the plantain. For entrées we had the skirt steak fried rice. The steak was tasty but I eventually dug through all the rice like a treasure hunt and picked it out. The other dish we had was the plantains breaded shrimp. Again, the plantains was humongous and had no taste whatsoever. We eventually just had the five shrimp and cut them out of the cement block of plantain they were encrusted in. So, the appetizers were OK, with the one that wasn’t on the menu being the best. And the entrées were disappointing. For a rather expensive bill Of over $120 for the two of us.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food is exceptional’ Staff is amazing shout out to Juan!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing & staff is exceptional!! Food was extremely tasty & definitely not as much $ to other nearby areas especially for the flavors of dishes definitely worth trying
JR
JoseR
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A quaint hole-in-the- wall authentic PR restaurant in the middle of Condado. Not fancy at all with awesome food ( try the piononos), relax atmosphere with friendly staff and no rush whatsoever. Prices are great but reservations are a most due to the small number of tables. Will definitely be back.
s
stansongman
New England
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are so glad that we went here! Just had such a cool, urban vibe, and we were really in the mood for great Puerto Rican food and this restaurant delivered! Owner is very hands-on, nice guy, and really proud of his food. Don’t miss this place if you are going to be in San Juan
AH
AlexH
Cleveland
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing food, great service. Would recommend for authentic Puerto Rican food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nice little place. Food was outstanding and great service. Fresh seafood and the fried pork and Ropa vieja were outstanding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! Does not look like much on the outside but do not be fooled. Awesome time!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Waiter's Gastro Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Waiter's Gastro Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (787) 977-1611.

Waiter's Gastro Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 384 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 29, 2022

9:30 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(787) 977-1611

Other options

1024 Ave Ashford San Juan, PR 00907

Additional information

Neighborhood
Condado / Santurce
Hours of operation
Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Puerto Rican, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Waiters-Gastro-Bar-384452951684578/about/?ref=page_internal
Phone number
(787) 977-1611

Waiter's Gastro Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Skirt Steak

Ceviche

Fried Puerto Rican Cheese

Tapas

Soup of the Day$8.00

Coconut Shrimps$16.00

Fried Puerto Rican Cheese$8.00

Tropical Fish Ceviche$18.00

Homemade Fried Mozzarella$10.00

Piece of (Dorado) Sofrito Tempura$14.00

Loiza Style (Piononos) Filled Ground Beef$9.00

Shrimp Breaded$15.00

Caribbean Wings$12.00

Grilled Sausages$12.00

Jumbo Marinated Wings$8.00

Fresh Mussels in Garlic Butter Sauce$12.00

Top Fish "Montaditos" on Cassava Roots and Plantain Fritters$15.00

Trio Handmade Puerto Rican (Alcapurrias)$12.00

Gouda Cheese Fritter$12.00

Waiter's Style Rice Dishes

Skirt Steak (Arroz Enchurrascado)$24.00

Chicken (Arroz Empollado)$16.00

Local Sausage (Arroz con Longaniza)$16.00

Paellita

Shrimp Rice (Arroz Encamaronado)$18.00

Coconut Crab Rice (Arroz Enjueyado)$18.00

Al Plato

Grilled Skirt Steak (Churrasco)

Fried Pork Chops (Center Cut)$15.00

Grilled Chicken Breast$14.00

Baby Back Ribs$21.00

Grilled Pork Medallions$14.00

Waiter's Burgers$13.00

Garlic Shrimps$17.00

Grilled Dorado$16.00

Grilled Grouper$19.00

Salads

Avocado Salad (on Season)$9.00

Waiter's Salad$9.00

Caesar Salad$8.00

Mix Green's$7.00

Stuffed Dishes Plates

Crab Meat "Salmorejo"$18.00

Shrimps$20.00

Dorado$20.00

Fried Pork Meat$16.00

Chicken$17.00

Skirt Steak$21.00

Coconut Crab Rice (Arroz Enjueyado)$18.00

Veggie$15.00

Grouper$19.00

Waiter's Style Ropa Vieja$17.00

Ceviche$18.00

Sides

Fried Green Plantains (Tostones)

Sweet Plantains

Home Fries

Mashed Potatoes

Mamposteado Rices

Green Salad

White Rice and Red Beans

Avocado

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