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Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, San Juan, PR
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, San Juan, PR
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, San Juan, PR
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, San Juan, PR
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, San Juan, PR

Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano

4.3
4.3
543 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
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19:00
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  • Romantic
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano located in the heart of historic Old San Juan Puerto Rico was born on December 27, 1998, as a place where locals and international patrons could gather to enjoy a unique live musical and fine dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere.

We have world-class live music nightly: Mondays and Thursdays we have jazz music at around 6:30 pm, and on Tue, Wed, Th, Fridays & Saturdays we have Jazz Piano from 8 PM, and on Saturday, a Classic Rock Duo, from 6:30 PM.




Nested on the plaza level of the historic art deco Banco Popular building, Carli's warm and artistic vibe will charm you while you savor exotic assortments of gourmet tapas and exquisite international entrees, or sip on your favorite martini from our classic bar on our main room or under the stars with a view of the SJ Bay.

Carli’s excels in the art of fine dining and live jazz entertainment, without sacrificing the comfort of casual elegance and competitive pricing. Live music begins nightly.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, Puerto Rican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (787) 484-8438
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Carli Muñoz
  • Catering
    On special order
  • Private party facilities
    Please call 787 484-8438 for private events
  • Area
    Old San Juan
  • Cross Street
    Recinto Sur and San Justo Streets
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, as well as 4 public parking very close to the restaurant: Covadonga, Zona Portuaria, Doña Fela and La Puntilla.
  • Public transit
    The bus terminal is Covadonga. Uber or taxi address is Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, Recinto Rur, and San Justo Street, at the plaza of Banco Popular Building, in Old San Juan.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 543 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Puerto Rico

    Hot spot

  • Puerto Rico

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano offers an enchanting dining experience in Old San Juan. Guests rave about the "superb food" and "wonderful music," with Carli Munoz's piano performances adding a unique touch. While some experiences have been mixed, the charming ambiance and professional service make it a "must-visit" spot.
543 Reviews
  1. Deirdre

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, but standard service took forever,  Caribbean style

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  2. Olcay

    VIP

    Washington DC

    41 reviews

    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    There were four of us and everyone liked the food. Service and the location of the table was not so good. Didn’t care for the cocktails as well

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  3. Eugene

    VIP

    Caribbean

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal. A fabulous chef and wonderful and friendly staff. Music is always enjoyable. One of our favorite restaurants and regular customers since 23 years. Linda and Gene.

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  4. Lea Anne

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carli’s will always be a go-to when I’m in San Juan. The atmosphere is lovely, the food fantastic, and the music wonderful. Seeing Carli play during my visit was a real treat! He even played The Tennessee Waltz and Rocky Top on that beautiful grand piano. Wow! BTW, best escargot I’ve ever eaten.

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  5. Raymond

    Richmond

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef prepared the best grouper I ever had. That is saying something as I am 80 years old, and grew up in Florida where we had grouper all the time. I have been served the entree at some of the best restaurants and clubs in Florida—Carli’s entree is the best!

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  6. Michael

    New York City

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We made these reservations weeks in advance. When we arrive there were several tables open that were cozier and more private. We were seated next to the kitchen that was very load on top of piano playing next to us it was a bit much. We asked if we could sit at another table and were seated next to the door and hostess table which was uncomfortable and high traffic. I could understand if they were the only tables, except that there were two or more tables in a far more private area. They were never seated the entire time we were there. Our waiter was a kind older gentleman, but he was a bit lost and told long stories about his life. He told us not to eat several dishes and our appetizer never came causing us to just skip. It was at least 20 minutes before we got our drink order. We saw the drinks made, but they sat there for at least 5-10 minutes. All that being said, the Lobster Ravioli I had where probably the best I have ever had. Perfectly done, Al Dante. Flavor was amazing! I would caulk this up to wait staff shortage and poor hostess training. Would be hesitant to try again even know the Ravioli were an A+!

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  7. Lynne

    Dallas

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 December 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was decent but it took over 2 hours to come out. The service was so bad that we talked to all the tables around us and everyone had been sitting there for hours with empty waters, no food, no check, etc. it’s a pretty place and the music was nice though.

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  8. Brian

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The piano music is amazing and is the centerpiece of the restaurant. The decor is lovely and depending on what you want, you can sit inside or outside. The kitchen is clearly a variable response and talking to other people who are regulars— this seems to be a recurring issue. Some of our food was excellent. The chicken was seemingly boiled or overcooked, and although it said grilled, there wasn’t a single sear mark on the chicken. The “glaze” was basically a watery broth with hints of apricot jelly and the garlic cloves were oddly uncooked. The ceviche was excellent with the tostones. The tuna was cooked perfectly and was amazing and despite having very poor timing from the kitchen with an hour wait for the food we had a wonderful time and the service itself was charming, and the drinks were very tasty. The owner is a very nice guy, and it is a pleasure to be able to sit and listen to him play piano and well worth the price of admission. Despite the spotty food service, we would definitely go back.

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  9. William

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time w family. Very cozy great ambiance food very good. Piano man playing.
    Carli's Fine Bistro & PianoResponded on 1 January 2025
    Thank you, William, for your review and for recognizing our efforts to make your evening special. Happy New Year! Carli––the owner

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  10. Amir

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little bistro. We sat outside and then got hit by rain so they really accommodated us and squeezed us inside. Great food and great service.
    Carli's Fine Bistro & PianoResponded on 1 January 2025
    Amir, thank you for your review and for recognizing our efforts to make your evening special. Happy New Year! Carli––the owner

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FAQs

Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (787) 484-8438.

Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano is rated 4.3 stars by 543 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 8 times today

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Google Map for Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano

206 Calle Tetuan, San Juan, PR 00901

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Recinto Sur and San Justo Streets
  • Area
    Old San Juan
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, Puerto Rican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, as well as 4 public parking very close to the restaurant: Covadonga, Zona Portuaria, Doña Fela and La Puntilla.
  • Public transit
    The bus terminal is Covadonga. Uber or taxi address is Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano, Recinto Rur, and San Justo Street, at the plaza of Banco Popular Building, in Old San Juan.
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Carli Muñoz
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (787) 484-8438
  • Catering
    On special order
  • Private party facilities
    Please call 787 484-8438 for private events
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