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Simposio, San Juan, PR

Simposio

4.8
4.8
56 Reviews
$31 to $50
International

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Gastronomy and creativity merge in an authentic atmosphere in the heart of Santurce. Our restaurant offers a modern international and local cuisine with genuine flavors and touches of sophistication that are sure to delight your senses. Enjoy our comprehensive wine menu and extraordinary cocktail bar that will be sure to elevate your experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    International, Puerto Rican, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alexandra Bourdón
  • Private party facilities
    Simposio offers private events catered to your needs. We offer a specialized food and beverage menu according to your preferences and activity. Our private activities can be celebrated in our main dining hall or in a more intimate setting in our private activity room. For more information feel free to contact us via email at formajepr@gmail.com.
  • Neighborhood
    San Juan
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Sparkling Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us for Sparkling Wednesday at Simposio and enjoy our special offers on selected sparkling wines

    Sparkling Wednesday Photo

What 56 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseQuiet

Loved For

  • Caribbean

    Best Value

  • Caribbean

    International

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Overall

  • Puerto Rico

    Best Value

  • Puerto Rico

    Neighborhood gem

  • Puerto Rico

    International

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Simposio is a culinary gem in Puerto Rico, offering "exceptional" food with inventive twists on local cuisine. Guests rave about the "impeccable" service, extensive wine selection, and "friendly" ambiance. Signature dishes like crispy pig ears and the Pan de Elote dessert highlight the chef's artistry. A must-visit for food lovers!
56 Reviews
  1. Sofia

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding! Wonderful service with attention to detail. The wine selection was superb. Cannot wait to go back!

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  2. René

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have a moderate level of cullinary experience and frequently explore Puerto Rico's gastronomy. If you are well read or well traveled, you will know that Puerto Rico has a very vibrant and competitive scene with some of the world's best chefs. This restaurant is a gem. In fact, I have no doubt that Simposio is one of the best restaurants on the island. The service was impeccable. Friendly staff frequently made the rounds without being intrusive. All of them knew the menu by heart and could explain any individual items as well as give their recommendations when prompted. The lighting was comfortable, illuminating but still cozy and intimate. The music was present and gave the space life, without hampering our ability to talk casually. The table was sturdy and the chairs comfortable. The decor was perfect for the vibes the restaurant is going for: Casual and cozy, but unapologetically gourmet. The food... exceptional. Every dish, every bite was a new and profound experience. One item that really stood out to me was the fried pig ears in a soy, sugar, chile and mint sauce, having been previously boiled in aromatics. I had assumed the cartilege or the fat would be chewy, but no. The cartilege had become crispy and delicious, the meat tender, but the real shock was the fat. Somehow in the cooking process the fat had partially rendered, giving it a very unique and addictive creamy, smooth texture. It was like it oozed umami with each bite. The dessert was just as masterfully prepared. An iteration on corn bread that boggled my mind. Think of this: a crispy outer layer, lightly caramelized containing a creamy, sweet and salty interior. Buttery doesn't even begin to describe it. This corn bread is placed over a sweet, tequila sauce. Atop the corn bread, a home made scoop of ice cream made of dulce de leche in the Mexican style, set at an ideal temperature for your taste buds to taste every nuance. The chef is a master, no doubt. Science and artistry are in full display.

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  3. Pepo VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delivers. Delicious risotto with sea food. Fresh ingredients and great wines

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  4. Marie

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience! The food is creative and delicious. The portions are generous. The staff pleasant and efficient. The owner knows his wines and was present to welcome us…We will be back!

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  5. Ricardo VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, a twist on traditional Puertorrican food and great wine list

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  6. KARENE

    Caribbean2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every plate was flavorful and colorful. We had the Smoked Salmon Galette, Mushroom Strata, Burrata Salad and Huevos Rotos; everything was delicious. The combination of flavors and textures was divine. The Mimosas were the best pairing for our food. Service was great.

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  7. Pepo VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent menu for Valentines. Exquisite langoustines and filet mignon. Always with a local touch. Friendly atmosphere and service. Great wines.

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  8. Pepo VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simposio always delivers! This time we tried one of the weekly specials: fish filet in "gandules" sauce and "guineito". Delicious. The cheese balls with local jam were a good way to start—great wines and cocktails in a casual ambiance.

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  9. Rosalyn VIP

    Denver21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top-notch service and incredible food! This was our third visit to Simposio, and it never disappoints. The owner is always present, ensuring everything runs smoothly and making us feel genuinely welcome. That is the difference!

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  10. Hayna

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and experience!! Definitely will return.

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Simposio is rated 4.8 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

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1073 Ave Ponce de Leon, San Juan, PR 00907

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San Juan
  • Hours of operation
    Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    International, Puerto Rican, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alexandra Bourdón
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Simposio offers private events catered to your needs. We offer a specialized food and beverage menu according to your preferences and activity. Our private activities can be celebrated in our main dining hall or in a more intimate setting in our private activity room. For more information feel free to contact us via email at formajepr@gmail.com.
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