Mario Pagan Restaurant

4.9

1208 Reviews

$30 and under

International

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 20, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Indulgent and innovative, Mario Pagán Restaurant offers a modern Puerto Rican gastronomic experience unlike any other. Located in the heart of Condado, Puerto Rico, Chef Pagán's signature restaurant is a true reflection of the island's rich cultural heritage, where international techniques and local ingredients mingle in exquisite dishes and lavish drinks. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a night out on the town, Mario Pagán Restaurant is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression that transcends borders and cultures.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
International, Puerto Rican, Caribbean
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(787) 522-6444
Website
http://www.mariopagan.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR 00907
Neighborhood
Condado
Parking details
$10.00 per car
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Eve First Seating Dinner
$165.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy a 5 Course Tasting Menu created by our Chef Mario Pagan and Acustic Live Music. Large Groups reservations must call the restaurant for availability. MENU Amuse Trilogy: Blood Sausage Surprise & Sweet Papaya I Madai Ceviche & Coconut Arepa, Osetra I Pigeon Peas Croquette with Iberic Ham Ali Oli 1st Course: Lobster Celeriac Bisque, Foie Gras Dices 2nd Course: Cassava Pastel, Rabbit Fricassee, Porcini Duxelles 3rd Course: Hake, Green Banana and Lentils Salad, Veal Truffle Choron 4th Course: Lamb Wellington, Eggplant Vegetables Roulade, Barolo Reduction 5th Course: Nougat Semi Fredo, Rum and Raisins Coulis
Christmas Eve Dinner
$25.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 24, 2024 only
Christmas Eve dinner will be A la Carte. Our Chef will have some Puerto Rican traditional holiday dishes to delight our guests.
New Year's Eve Second Seating Dinner
$220.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy a 5 Course Tasting Menu created by our Chef Mario Pagan and Acustic Live Music. Large Groups reservations must call the restaurant for availability. MENU Amuse Trilogy: Blood Sausage Surprise & Sweet Papaya I Madai Ceviche & Coconut Arepa, Osetra I Pigeon Peas Croquette with Iberic Ham Ali Oli 1st Course: Lobster Celeriac Bisque, Foie Gras Dices 2nd Course: Cassava Pastel, Rabbit Fricassee, Porcini Duxelles 3rd Course: Hake, Green Banana and Lentils Salad, Veal Truffle Choron 4th Course: Lamb Wellington, Eggplant Vegetables Roulade, Barolo Reduction 5th Course: Nougat Semi Fredo, Rum and Raisins Coulis

JUMBO LUMP CRAB YAUTIA FRITURAS, MANGO PAPAYA$14.00
CASSAVA A.K.A. YUCA FRITA, BLACK TRUFFLE PILÓN AÏOLI $12.00
ELOTE CORN SORULLITOS, OAXACA, COTIJA CREMA, CHILE$12.00
LAMB CONFIT SPRING ROLLS, PEANUT TAMARINDO YOGURT$12.00
GOUDA BOLITAS, PAPAYA CORIANDER PRESERVE, MALDON $12.00
TUNA TARTARE, PLANTAIN TOSTONES, LEMONGRASS MAYO $12.00
FISH ALCAPURRIAS, PICKLED ONIONS, SOFRITO TARTAR, PIQUE$12.00
PETITE BEEF WELLINGTONS, DUXELLES, PORT WINE KETCHUP$19.00

Taste

Soup of the Day$12.00
BORICUA FISH & CHIPS $21.00
Minuta Literally Yellowtails, Adobo, Yuca Fries, Yuzu Coriander Tartar
ARÚGULA CON PARCHA $15.00
Arugula, Papaya, Goat Cheese, Warm Pancetta, Nutmeg Passion Fruit
ALBÓNDIGAS DE CONEJO $18.00
Rabbit Meatballs, Sage Broth, Fennel Shallot Escabeche, Kalamata
REMOLACHA AHUMADA $16.00
Warm Brussel Sprouts, Smoked Beets, Pine Nut Pistou, Queso Blanco
MEJILLONES Y ALMEJAS $21.00
Clams, Mussels, Anatto Caldo, Fennel al Ajillo, Chorizo Butter Toasts
CALABAZA CON SAUCO $15.00
Guacabo Watercress, Honey Rum Roasted Pumpkin, Burrata, Basil Pesto, Elderflower Balsamic Reduction
MI ENSALADILLA RUSA $35.00
Tuna Sashimi, Cold Ñame Mash, Fried Egg Emulsion, Capers, Osetra
PULPO CON LENTEJAS $23.00
Octopus Confit, Beluga Lentil Hummus, Cilantro Chimi, Sweet Pimentón

Eat

ATÚN, BERENJENA Y PISTACHIO $52.00
Porcini Crusted Tuna, Eggplant Chips, Pistachio Cilantro, Oyster, Boniato
COLIRRUBIA Y RABO DE BUEY $38.00
Yellowtail Snapper Oxtail Cazuela, Viandas al Mojo, Chipolinni, Ox Au Jus
LUBINA, YUCA Y FOIE GRAS $58.00
Black Chilean Sea Bass, Truffled Yuca Mousse, Asparagus, Port Foie Gras
BACALAO EN MISO DE COCO $42.00
Coconut Miso Cod, Saffron Basil Marble Emulsion, White Rice Provencal Pegaíto
LANGOSTINOS $46.00
Langoustines, Yellow Corn Arepitas, Moqueca Fish Sauce, Flora, Cancha
MOFONGO DE LANGOSTA $52.00
Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Brown Butter Thermidor Sauce, Yuca Mofongo, Shiitake Bacon
EMPANADA DE POLLO $32.00
Almond Crusted Chicken Breast, Truffle Juice Velouté, Green Plantain Tostones
CHULETÓN CON FUFÚ $48.00
Kurobuta Double Pork Chop, Tamarindo Glaze, Sweet Ripe Plantain Bacon Fufú
CANELÓN DE CABRITO $38.00
Goat Cannelloni, Burrata, Oregano Brujo Pesto, Au Jus, Coriander Butter Toast
CONFITADO DE CORDERO $42.00
Shoulder Lamb Confit, Cauliflower Goat Cheese Spinach Risotto, Lingonberries
FILETE DE RES CON APIO $56.00
Angus Beef Filet, Local Celeriac Gnocchi, Stilton Crema, Tempranillo Reduction

PEGAITOS

a.k.a. Crispy Rice

DE GAMBA Y LONGANIZA $31.00
Local Pork Sausage, Rock Shrimp, Shimeji, Lactose Aïoli
DE ARROZ CON POLLO $26.00
Adobo Chicken Thighs, Sofrillo, Pitipuá, Piquillo Peppers, Stewed Beans, Arañitas
CHRISTMAS IN A BOWL $28.00
Blood Sausage, Pork Belly, Fennel, Egg White, Avocado

Sides

Verduras Al Mojo$10.00
Local Roots, Escabeche Onions
Tostones$6.00
Double Fried Green Plantains or Breadfruit
Avocado$8.00
Pickled Purple Onions

What 1,208 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Caribbean
International
Puerto Rico
International

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mario Pagán Restaurant in San Juan offers a "scrumptious" culinary experience that blends traditional Puerto Rican flavors with modern twists. Guests rave about "amazing" food and "outstanding" service, highlighted by creative cocktails and delightful desserts like the chocolate soufflé. The ambiance is consistently praised as warm and inviting, making it a must-visit for food lovers.

1,208 Reviews

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Matthew
Atlanta Metro
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every bite was extraordinary, from the amuse-bouche to dessert. The creative play on Puerto Rico’s local flavors was a delightful fusion of tradition and innovation. A must-visit for an unforgettable culinary experience! Mar our server was excellent at explaining everything on the menu. Overall A++
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience and a night we won't forget. The food was cooked to perfection and very tasty. The service from the staff members was outstanding. They made us feel like family and gave us a surprise cheered a drink with us. I will go back and highly recommend the restaurant.
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Javier
Caribbean
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Todo estuvo excelente………………………………………………………………………..
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Deidre
Caribbean
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overpriced bland food. Nice waitress and atmosphere. Would not visit again.
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enrique
Caribbean
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Outstanding cocktsils and mixologists. Perfect ambiance and location. Kudos to the staff!
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Laura
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The spiny lobster mofongo was divine and the service was perfect.
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Lawrence and Anne
Atlanta Metro
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of our favorite San Juan restaurants! It serves consistently excellent food that blends local favorites like langostinos, mofongo, and arroz con pollo with updated side dishes. Service is excellent and it’s relatively small space gives diners a sense of intimacy.
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Sandra
VIP
Cleveland
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, drinks and service were excellent. Highly recommended! The bacalaito chips are very unique.
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Dalina
VIP
Caribbean
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This dinner was just amazing. The food and the cocktails were so good and the service was fantastic. Two people in our party arrived late due to a family emergency and the staff went out of their way to accommodate them when they finally arrived which was so kind and very much appreciated. Excellent choice for a special occasion.
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Nannette
Caribbean
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As it has always been, going to Mario Pagan Restaurant is treating yourself as the most wonderful creation in the Universe, deserving the very best cuisine in this fascinating country!!! Bravo to everyone in this memorable resto, and a very special thanks to Mario for never letting us down and making his magic work every single time!!!
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FAQs

Mario Pagan Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (787) 522-6444.

Mario Pagan Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1208 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 20, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1110 Ave Magdalena, San Juan, PR 00907

Additional information

Neighborhood
Condado
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
International, Puerto Rican, Caribbean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
$10.00 per car
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mariopagan.com/
Phone number
(787) 522-6444

Mario Pagan Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

New Year's Eve First Seating Dinner

Christmas Eve Dinner

New Year's Eve Second Seating Dinner

Bites

JUMBO LUMP CRAB YAUTIA FRITURAS, MANGO PAPAYA$14.00

CASSAVA A.K.A. YUCA FRITA, BLACK TRUFFLE PILÓN AÏOLI $12.00

ELOTE CORN SORULLITOS, OAXACA, COTIJA CREMA, CHILE$12.00

LAMB CONFIT SPRING ROLLS, PEANUT TAMARINDO YOGURT$12.00

GOUDA BOLITAS, PAPAYA CORIANDER PRESERVE, MALDON $12.00

TUNA TARTARE, PLANTAIN TOSTONES, LEMONGRASS MAYO $12.00

FISH ALCAPURRIAS, PICKLED ONIONS, SOFRITO TARTAR, PIQUE$12.00

PETITE BEEF WELLINGTONS, DUXELLES, PORT WINE KETCHUP$19.00

Taste

Soup of the Day$12.00

BORICUA FISH & CHIPS $21.00

ARÚGULA CON PARCHA $15.00

ALBÓNDIGAS DE CONEJO $18.00

REMOLACHA AHUMADA $16.00

MEJILLONES Y ALMEJAS $21.00

CALABAZA CON SAUCO $15.00

MI ENSALADILLA RUSA $35.00

PULPO CON LENTEJAS $23.00

Eat

ATÚN, BERENJENA Y PISTACHIO $52.00

COLIRRUBIA Y RABO DE BUEY $38.00

LUBINA, YUCA Y FOIE GRAS $58.00

BACALAO EN MISO DE COCO $42.00

LANGOSTINOS $46.00

MOFONGO DE LANGOSTA $52.00

EMPANADA DE POLLO $32.00

CHULETÓN CON FUFÚ $48.00

CANELÓN DE CABRITO $38.00

CONFITADO DE CORDERO $42.00

FILETE DE RES CON APIO $56.00

PEGAITOS

DE GAMBA Y LONGANIZA $31.00

DE ARROZ CON POLLO $26.00

CHRISTMAS IN A BOWL $28.00

Sides

Verduras Al Mojo$10.00

Tostones$6.00

Avocado$8.00

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Review summary

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Does Mario Pagan Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Mario Pagan Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information