Popular tips: "Reserve ahead as the place is popular and seating is limited, especially on weekends and evenings."
"Reserve ahead as the place is popular and seating is limited, especially on weekends and evenings."
"Try the house-made cashew cheeses, especially the Brie-style sandwich and caprese salad—they're standout dishes."
"Expect slower service at times, particularly when ordering pasta specials; plan accordingly."
"Enjoy vegan cocktails and kombucha, which are highly praised for quality and creativity."
"Take advantage of outdoor seating for a relaxed dining experience in a lively old town setting."
Must-try: salad, caprese salad, crème brûlée
salad — popular (×11)
caprese salad — popular (×9)
crème brûlée — popular (×7)
pistachio crème brûlée — popular (×6)
soup — popular (×4)
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, attentive service
friendly service ×18
cozy atmosphere ×24
attentive service
beautiful interior
Aliado Bar & Aperitivo presents a refined vegan dining experience in Old San Juan with a small, thoughtfully curated tapas-style menu featuring house-made cashew cheeses and inventive dishes like pad Thai and pistachio crème brûlée. The venue offers an upscale atmosphere with multiple cozy dining rooms and outdoor seating, often praised for its cocktails crafted with care. Expect reservations to be recommended due to its popularity and a service style that some find meticulous and others, occasionally, slow during less busy hours.
