We are open for dinner and tapas with live music, from Monday to Saturday
From 5 PM
All of our food is made fresh and prepared to order, so we encourage you to relax and enjoy the music, ambiance, and the entire experience. We are honored to serve you and look forward to making your evening enjoyable.
Cheers!
—Carli, the owner.
IN ADDITION TO THE FEATURED COCKTAILS, WE OFFER FULL BAR & WINE SELECTION
Rum Fashion
If you like the Old Fashioned, you’ll LOVE this!
Katira’s Delight
A delicious and light vodka cocktail
Carli’s Original Sin
A classic at Carli’s for many years
Jazz Aria
A delicious and refreshing summer cocktail, based on sparkling wine, vodka, and other liquors
Golden Shower
Inspired by a recent infamous politician
Botanical Wonder
A truly delicious vodka wonder
A spicy twist on our traditional margarita
Traditional Piña Colada
Shaken, never frozen…
Fausto’s Traditional Mojito
Our world renown traditional mojito––a la Fausto!
The Maverick
The Maverick––mango and mint pair-up for almost too much of a good thing!
Carli’s Appletini
Another classic at Carli’s for over the decades
Pica (que te) Pica
A Fausto Signature cocktail
Our tight-knit staff will make sure you’re well taken care of as you savor an exotic assortment of gourmet tapas and international entrees, or sip on your favorite martini from our classic bar in the main room or under the stars with a view of the San Juan Bay from our open terrace. As a former touring musician himself, playing with a range of incredible talents including The Beach Boys, you can often find Carli at the piano in the evenings. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner accentuated with classic jazz or a fun night out with friends during a rockin’ 60’s and 70’s night, we’ll make sure your time with us will be memorable for years to come.
(Monday through Thursday, from 5 PM to 11 PM, and Friday and Saturday to midnight)
Manchego Cheese Cheese Plate
Prosciutto & Olives
Cod Fritters / Buñuelos de bacalao served with salsa Tartar
Escargots served off the shell in a brandy creamy salsa, fresh with mushrooms
Barriguitas de Viejita / Granny’s Tummy, our awesome version of a Puerto Rican classic based on pumpkin fritters
New Zealand Mussels / Mejillones de Nueva Zelandia sautéed in white wine and herbs
Grouper Ceviche trozos de mero marinados en limon, extracto de mango, parcha y hierbas
Risotto Croquettes / Croquetas de Risotto con nuestra deliciosa salsa marinara y queso palmesano
Tuna Carpaccio / Carpaccio de Atún with seaweed, marinated with lemon, olive oil
Cheese Quesadillas / Quesadillas de Queso served with salsita picante
Quesadillas with sautéed chicken in our homemade vinaigrette
Soup of the Day / Sopa del Día. Please ask your server
Organic Spinach Salad / Ensalada de Espinaca Organica served with parcha vinaigrette, mango, and toasted almonds
Organic Spinach Salad with Cod Fritters and Gouda cheese
Burrata Salad / ensalada Burrata
Carli’s Mac & Cheese an American classic made with penne pasta and 3 kinds of cheese
Pasta Primavera choice of Marinara, Alfredo, or garlic herb sauce
Linguine & Chicken Breast, choice of Marinara, Alfredo, or garlic and herbs sauce
Linguine & Jumbo Shrimp choice of Marinara, Alfredo, or garlic herb sauce
Linguine del Mare served with shrimps, calamari, and green mussels in a creamy brandy sauce
Organic Spinach Ravioli / Raviolis de Espinaca served with pesto or olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese
Lobster Ravioli / Raviolis de langosta served with our famous creamy champagne-shrimp sauce
Risotto with Pumpkin and Shrimp / Con Gambas y Calabaza
Risotto Barolo with Filet tips / Con puntas de Filete
Grouper Filet / Filete de Mero Sellado al Sartén cooked with a white wine reduction and fresh herbs
Blacken Ahi Tuna / Filete de Atún Cajon seared with our blend of spicy Cajun herbs
Macho Prieto (Carli’s Special) lightly seared blackened Ahi tuna accompanied by penne pasta
Filet Mignon U.S. Certified seared in a white wine reduction au jus with wild mushrooms and herbs
Whole or half portion of roasted Rack of Lamb, with Port wine reduction and rosemary
Organic Chicken Breast Apricot / Pechuga de Pollo Orgánico en Albaricoque sautéed organic chicken breast in an apricot and brandy sauce
Buen Provecho!
Please text (787) 484-8438 Monday through Saturday
Reservations required.
Dear patrons,
Please note that we have established new rules regarding reservations.
At Carli's, we are genuinely and heartfeltly grateful for the excellent clientele that has supported us for the last 26 years. However, to maintain the integrity and quality of service, due to limited space, high demand, and exceptional circumstances, we have implemented new rules and limitations regarding reservations.
1—Reservations are not guaranteed on rare occasions. That means that while we will do our best to honor an existing reservation, whether directly or via OpenTable, due to a possible system glitch or human mistake, there may be times when, at our discretion, we may need to revoke it. THIS DECISION WILL NEVER BE BASED ON RACE, GENDER, OR SOCIAL STATUS.
2—The wait time for a reservation to arrive is 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, the table will become available to another party. However, if space is available, we will be happy to accommodate.
3—Groups of four or more will not be seated until the group is complete. The maximum wait time will be 20 minutes until the table becomes available for another party. In that event, we will do our best to accommodate the portion of the party already present.
4—We are not responsible for Open Table reservations that don't reach our reservation OP log or book, even if a customer has a receipt for the same. However, if space is available, we will be happy to accommodate.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.
Carli's Fine Bistro & Piano staff and management.
Tip: Kindness matters
(For reservations, please use the button labeled “OpenTable” above.)
Would love to hear from you!
206 Calle Tetuan (South side of the block)
San Juan, PR, 00901
At the Banco Popular Building plaza in Old San Juan, corner of Recinto Sur and San Justo streets.
Monday to Saturday from 5 PM until 11:30 PM
For reservations please text 787 484-8438
At the Banco Popular plaza level
Corner of Recinto Sur and San Justo street
For reservations please call: 787 725-4927
