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Cafe Cola'o

Pier 2, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
787-725-4139
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Ranked #4 of 426 restaurants in San Juan
Price range: $5 - $10
Cuisines: Coffee Shop
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW via mobile

I lived in PR for 2 years and today I have returned. This place puts Starbucks to shame! Just read the reviews. Can't say enough good stuff about their coffee. It's fresh and just delicious. It's a guarantee that you will get a barista who smiles at you and provides you with a work of art. They like to do... More

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Rocklin, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I am always skeptical of a self-proclaimed "Best Cup of Coffee" sign, but this place nailed it. Absolutely the best coffee I have ever drank. It is next to Pier 2 in Old San Juan and if you pass this place by you have truly missed a flavor of Puerto Rico.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Really rich latte and awesome designs. I thought Starbucks was good before discovering this place. I no longer do. The view is pretty sweet too.

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Atlanta, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

its this teeny weeny little place in a great location, hardly enuogh seating inside for 7-8 people (and more outside). but their coffee was outstanding. very bold and rich. loved it, just that like other coffee places in san juan, why do they have to close by 6-7pm :(

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See 4 more reviews by alina4u for San Juan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013 via mobile

Delicious local coffee! They close around 6 and sell their fantastic coffee. Each cup has it's own design. Great coffee and service.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

The Mocha was delicious, creamy and perfect blend of white and dark chocolate.... that is all I need to say.

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Detroit
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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

We came here because of tripadvisor reccomendation. It did not disappoint. Taste delish. Small space but big on flavor service was also very nice. Quesito pastry was fresh and great local flavor. Can't wait to come again.

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Ann Arbor, MI
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Found this place while wander old san juan on foot my first year there. In a nice spot by the port and right on the water. It was the first place I had found (other than starbucks) that offered any of their beverages cold. Tried a flavored latte and it was very good. I definitely would not hesitate to go... More

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See 7 more reviews by serenity124 for San Juan
New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

Its a little puff pastry, filled with a cheese danish/cream cheese filling, baked and all coated with granulated sugar. Then warmed for eating! This place is a perfect pit-stop to get an iced latte while you wait to board the ferry to Catana for the Bacardi tour.

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Odessa, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Short stroll from cruise ship and amazing coffee. A wonderful find after a week of cruise ship coffee! The coffee was as artistic as it was tasteful!

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