10 Best Bars of Dorado, Puerto Rico

Kris Pethick

Dorado is just 15 miles west of San Juan, so on your next trip to Puerto Rico consider staying in this happening town on the Atlantic coast and check out these fantastic bars and restaurants while you’re there.

1. Restaurante La Terreza

Restaurant, Bar, Caribbean, Seafood

Seafood is the specialty at La Terraza
© Maxim Krayushkin/flickr

Opened in 1983, Restaurante La Terraza’s beautiful ocean view and amazing seafood has made it a favorite of both tourists and locals. Dine in the full restaurant or head up to the second floor for a more casual visit at their patio bar.

2. Lula's Burger Bar and Grill

Restaurant, Pub Grub

Hamburgers from Lulas are a bit of heaven
© Niklas Rhose/flickr

When you’re traveling down Carretera 693, do not miss the stop at Lula’s Burger Bar and Grill. Relax in the wonderful family atmosphere, listen to the live music and enjoy homemade burgers that are a work of art – but first start with some appetizers of fried calamari and onion rings. Save room for the fried Oreos, your tastebuds will thank you!

3. Kikita Guesthouse and Bar and Grill

Restaurant with Rooms, Seafood, Pub Grub, Caribbean, Gluten-free

united-kingdom-2066475_1920
© ShenXin/pixabay

Consider staying in Dorado and book a couple nights at Kikita Guesthouse. Spend a day exploring Dorado or enjoying the many watersports and activities available, then relax and enjoy the wonderful view of the Atlantic Ocean while you feast on lobster and mofongo. They also have other great simple beach food like burgers and fries. Add a cold Medalla or a bottle of champagne, and finish your day in blissful serenity.

5. Bar El Deportivo

Bar, Pub Grub

Ice cold beer for a hot day
© Skitterphoto/pixabay

Popular because of their ice cold beer, this sports bar is a great place to quench your thirst after a day at the beach or just for the pleasure of a good beer at a great price. Bar El Deportivo has drink specials that will keep you there all day. Make sure you check out their live music with an emphasis on La Plena – the beat and the stories will stay with you for life.

6. Hoolligan Sports Bar

Bar, Pub Grub

This is a big place that more resembles a sports bar in the States. A great place to celebrate an event like a birthday or class reunion, it has a young, lively crowd and there is always music playing (merengue, salsa, reggaeton) with something of a nightclub atmosphere. It has a very long bar with plenty of seating and friendly staff to get you your drinks. You will have a ball at Hooligan Sports Bar.

7. El Hucar

Bar, Restaurant, Pub Grub

Tostones with mayo-ketchup
© Cuponeando/flickr

Another great place right on the water where you can get a super cold beer or a delicious cuba libre. El Hucar is an older bar that gives you that feeling of nostalgia as the bartender passes your Heineken across the wooden bartop. El Hucar also has live music or DJ, with fabulous authentic Puerto Rican food as well as your traditional pub grub of burgers and fries. When you are in Dorado, make sure you visit El Hucar.

8. El Chinchorro Brisas del Plata

Bar, Pub Grub

Latin Inspiration is considered to be one of Chicagos finest in Modern Latin Jazz, Salsa,Afro Cuban and Puerto Rican Bomba/Plena. The Band has an extensive career performing for the City Of Chicago and abroad. Considered to be one of the most solicited bands in the city, they recently performed for the Jazz Institute Jazz in The Park, Chicago Summer Dance, Logan Square Art Festival, Evanston Art Festival, Palmer Square Art Festival, Northern Trust Bank, National Puerto Rican Coalition Inc. and many other Corporate and Jazz club venues. This Band also performs original Latin Jazz and Salsa music with a Chicago Sound. And the Emphasis is Chicago Sound! Their Recent C.D. release is getting Lots of air play through out Chicago and abroad. Victor Garcia - Trumpet Francisco Merced - Piano Bret Bentler - Bass Osvaldo Merced - Congas Jean-Claud Leroy - Drums/ Timbal David Velez - Bongo Franklin Paz ( Optional ) - Singer John Rodriguez - Trombone Eddie Ramos - Tenor Sax
Latin Inspiration is considered to be one of Chicago's finest in Modern Latin Jazz, Salsa,Afro Cuban and Puerto Rican Bomba/Plena. The Band has an extensive career performing for the City Of Chicago and abroad. Considered to be one of the most solicited bands in the city, they recently performed for the Jazz Institute Jazz in The Park, Chicago Summer Dance, Logan Square Art Festival, Evanston Art Festival, Palmer Square Art Festival, Northern Trust Bank, National Puerto Rican Coalition Inc. and many other Corporate and Jazz club venues. This Band also performs original Latin Jazz and Salsa music with a Chicago Sound. And the Emphasis is Chicago Sound! Their Recent C.D. release is getting Lots of air play through out Chicago and abroad. Victor Garcia - Trumpet Francisco Merced - Piano Bret Bentler - Bass Osvaldo Merced - Congas Jean-Claud Leroy - Drums/ Timbal David Velez - Bongo Franklin Paz ( Optional ) - Singer John Rodriguez - Trombone Eddie Ramos - Tenor Sax

Chinchorro Brisas del Plata is the place to be for amazing live music. The talent you will experience touches the soul. Sit back with a martini, listen to the horns and guitar and feel yourself float back in time.

9. La Vaca Enfurecida

Bar, Pub Grub, Steakhouse

The Local Grill Parktown North
Courtesy of The Local Grill

Do not let the name fool you, this is one “mad cow” that you do not want to shy away from. Great drinks, incredible staff, and the steaks and burgers are magnificent. Make sure you try the chili too – it’s outstanding! La Vaca Enfurecida is perfect for just chilling and having a couple drinks or bringing the family for a nice dinner. Fun, enthusiastic and energetic – you’ll love your visit here.

10. Vinaigrette Restaurant and Sports Bar

Bar, Restaurant, Caribbean

4326312121_3c8bc55755_b
© Rachel Johnson/flickr

Nothing says it better than Vinaigrette’s own website: “Where food, service and excellence are the specialty of the house.” Sip a manhattan while you listen to live music, share a plate of bistec while you relax and enjoy.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.

Culture Trip Spring Sale

Save up to $1,100 on our unique small-group trips! Limited spots.

X
Edit article