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CARNES STEAKHOUSE, San Juan, PR

CARNES STEAKHOUSE

4.5 (184)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
100 C. Valdés, San Juan, PR 00901

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CARNES STEAKHOUSE

4.5
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Old San Juan

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Nestled on the fourth floor of the Hotel Puerto Valdés, Carnes Steakhouse offers an unforgettable dining experience with breathtaking views of the San Juan Bay. Delight in a culinary journey like no other, where every dish is crafted using the ancient Kamado method of cooking. This age-old technique infuses meats, poultry, and seafood with rich, unique flavors and melt-in-your-mouth textures that will leave you craving more.

As our Executive Chef, Edwin Garcia, puts it, “Cooking meat in Kamado is an art.” The atmosphere is relaxed yet refined, inviting you to unwind as you savor each bite. On our terrace, enjoy stunning vistas of the bay, and on days when cruise ships dock, the view becomes even more captivating.

Join us at Carnes Steakhouse, where every detail, flavor, ambiance, and view creates a dining experience you won’t want to miss. Make your reservation today for a taste of culinary mastery!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Speakeasy
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Edwin Garcia

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at CARNES STEAKHOUSE.

4.5

4.5
(184)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

184 Reviews
  1. Richard

    Puerto Rico1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Full flavor punch in the face. It is like the flavors from the smoke and spices are having a UFC fight for your attention. Your mouth is the arena and your tounge is the mat. It's a bit pricey, but the steaks are high!

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  2. Scott Gold

    New York City44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Was a very good meal and experience. Thankfully it was a Sunday night so there was not a big crowd.

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  3. Maria

    New York City3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 26 July 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Although the steak was very good, the fact that we waited 1 hour and 15 minutes for the food was absurd considering that restaurant was not overly crowded . To make matters worse, the waitress never offered an explanation or an apology for the delay in service.The wait for our food overshadowed anything else positive about the restaurant. We were there to celebrate my daughter’s birthday and it definitely dampened the mood.

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  4. Josiris

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nos encantó la experiencia. La comida estuvo espectacular, con una sazón perfecto, y cada plato preparado al detalle. El ambiente es elegante, acogedor y perfecto para una ocasión especial. Queremos destacar el servicio excepcional de Natalia, quien nos hizo sentir atendidos de principio a fin. También felicitamos a los chefs por la calidad y ejecución de cada plato. Sin duda, una experiencia memorable a la que volveríamos y que recomendamos con total confianza. 🥩🍷✨

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  5. Kianna

    Houston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family had dinner here tonight at the experience was over the room. The food was made fresh and the drinks were smooth and strong. If you are interested in an intimate experience with food that is superior quality look no further!

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  6. Alexander

    Caribbean4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excelente servicio y calidad. Valet no les vendria mal.

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  7. Alyssa Gold

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Holy greatness. From the rooftop view to the open kitchen to the service to the food — 10/10 experience. We were even able to split a ribeye because it was so big. Everything was amazing from start to finish. I will recommend this place to anyone visiting San Juan.

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  8. Chariclea

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, the food was is amazing must try if visiting pr

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  9. Kecia

    Caribbean2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 26 March 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Lamentablemente tuve una mala experiencia en este lugar. Hice 2 semanas antes la reservacion indicando q lq cena era motivo celebracion cumpleaños de mi pareja. Llegamos a lugar el mesero muy amable nos llevo a la mesa. Cuando le comienzo a ordenar mia tragos me indica q la barra es limitada a lo q yo le dije, q trago me recomendaba q fuera dulce, el me miro y me dijo q no tenia nada q fuera asi, pero me dijo q me podia hacer un trago con pasoa a lo q le dije que si. Mi pareja pidio un trago Old Fashioned cuando se lo trajeron me indico q no podian hacerme mi trago pq los jugos se le habian dañado yo le dije ok, pues hasme un mojito a lo que me indico que no tenian tampoco. Todo lo de tomar q pedia no lo tenian, el mesero avergonzado me trajo una copa con sabia a Champaña q por cierto tenia buen sabor. El me dijo q iba por la casa por lo el mal rato q habia pasado con los tragoa. Ordenamos unas empanadas argentinas q que dejaban comer y unas salchichas con un chimichurri q tenian buen sabor. Luego pedimos la cuenta y nos fuimos. A lo que quiero llegar con esta experiencia es, q sali a celebrar el cumpleaños de mi pareja y de tantos restaurantes los eleji a ellos y me arepiento. Un consejo tiene q tener mas variedad de cokteles pq no todos tomamos solamente vino. Y obviamente le deje buena propina al mesero q no tenia la culpa de nada. Este lugar no lo recomiendo.

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  10. Steven Gold

    Atlanta10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 March 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Staff was very nice, food was really good. We might have picked an off time b/c not many people were there but still an enjoyable experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Speakeasy
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Edwin Garcia

FAQs

Yes, Carnes Steakhouse is often recommended for a date night, with low-lit, intimate dining, a great bay view, and multiple guests celebrating anniversaries or Valentine's there.

Portions skew generous, guests note steaks large enough to split and several sides described as generous standouts.

Wednesday or Thursday nights, several guests specifically call out excellent, intimate experiences on those evenings, with attentive service and a cozy atmosphere.

Yes, families dine here: Carnes has offered a kids option on special menus and guests praise children’s dishes like the children’s churrasco, making it a welcoming spot for families.

Smart casual is the guide at Carnes Steakhouse, think polished but relaxed, a neat, put‑together look that suits the restaurant’s refined atmosphere and the many guests celebrating anniversaries or special nights.

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CARNES STEAKHOUSE

4.5
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Old San Juan

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
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