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Gastronomic Tours and Culinary Experiences

 

The following gastronomic tours and culinary experiences are unique to Caguas. You won't find them anywhere else in Puerto Rico.

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For additional information, call the Caguas Tourism Office at 787-653-8833, extensions 2957, 2906, and 2908. You can also call the restaurants and other food and tourism establishments listed below directly to make reservations for the experiences identified for groups.

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Casita Vieja – Puerto Rican Food Restaurant / (787) 595-2406 / Calle Acosta #4, Caguas

  • Taste Puerto Rico through the fire. At Casita Vieja, we celebrate our culinary heritage through local ingredients, authentic Puerto Rican flavors and ancestral wood and charcoal cooking techniques, creating experiences that connect visitors with the gastronomic soul of the island.

  • Puerto Rican Food Experiences:

  • “Chicharrón” & “Arañitas” Hands-on & Demo Class of Traditional Snacks from Puerto Rico.

  • An interactive experience to cook, learn and taste two iconic Puerto Rican favorites, complemented by stories, traditional techniques and a tasting. 

  • “One-of-a-Kind Local Snacks Tasting”.

  • A journey of authentic Puerto Rican flavors through a curated selection of local bites.

  • Experiences available:
    Mondays & Tuesdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • For Groups, visitors, cruise passengers and foodies.

  • Advance reservation required calling (787) 595-2406.

F.O.K. Brewery (Fresh of Keg) / (939) 437-0365

  • Premium local beer brewed in Caguas with mostly fresh ingredients harvested in Puerto Rico. We brew over 50 different beer flavors. It's a great place to share with friends and family. Cocina 727 is an integral part of the brewery, specializing in culinary creations to pair with the beers. Casual atmosphere.

  • Individual Experience:

  • “Flight Sampler” of 6 four-ounce glasses. The consumer chooses the flavor and type of beer.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Beer Tasting and History in Caguas”

  • “Deluxe Beer Tasting and History in Caguas”

  • “Beer and Sangria Tastings in Caguas”

Convida Cocktail Lounge & Restaurant / (787) 685-7857

  • The First and Only Gin Lounge in Puerto Rico. Offering a 1960s dining experience true to the era. “Vintage”!

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Gin Cocktail Making Class”

  • “Gin Cocktail Making Class with Light Lunch”

  • “Gin Tasting Experience & History in Caguas”

  • “Gin Tasting Experience with Score Card”

  • Maximum number of participants for each experience/tour is 10.

  • Reservations are required.

El Grifo - Vegan Culinary Academy / (787) 666-8466

  • Chef Loumirys Sánchez has appeared twice on the Food Network Channel.

  • Individual and/or Group Experiences:

  • Vegan Cooking Classes

  • Gastronomic Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Puerto Rican Vegan Cooking Class in Caguas”

Jardín Botánico y Cultural William Miranda Marín / (787) 653-0470) /  info@jardinbotanicoycultural.org

  • This 60-acre park is more than a garden: it’s a living museum and a testament to the nature, culture, and history of Puerto Rico.

  • During your visit, you can take a walk along one of the many trails, join a guided tour, or sit by the small lake and enjoy a panoramic view of the botanical garden.

  • You can also explore interpretive exhibits like the African and Taíno Ancestral Forest, the Forest Heritage, the Riparian Corridor, and the Tropical Wetlands, and see how nature, culture, and history come to life.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Botanical Garden & Sangria Tasting”

  • Look for Sangria Factory below for additional information.

  • For reservations, call The Sangria Factory at (787) 747-0000

  •  Website: www.thesangriafactory.com

  • “Walking Tour with Delicious Local Snack at the Botanical and Cultural Garden”

  • Look for Gastro Tour: Recorrido a Pie con Deliciosa Merienda Local en el Jardín Botánico y Cultural de Caguas below for additional information.

  •  For reservations, call the Botanical and Cultural Garden at (787) 653-0470 or email: info@jardinbotanicoycultural.org

  • Website: www.jardinbotanicoycultural.org

  • “Ron Boricua Tasting and Tour @ The Botanical Garden”

  •  o Look for Ron Boricua Premium at Sabor Boricua below for additional information.

  • For reservations call Ron Boricua Premium at (787) 506-5526

  •  Website: www.ronboricuapr.com

  • “Ron Boricua Tour and Mixology @ The Botanical Garden”

  • Look for Ron Boricua Premium at Sabor Boricua below for additional information.

  • For reservations call Ron Boricua Premium at (787) 506-5526.

  • Website: www.ronboricuapr.com

La Mancha de Plátano –Restaurante de Comida Criolla Puertorriqueña / (787) 960-0962 / (787) 974-9310

  • Ofrece una experiencia memorable que combina el placer de descubrir la cultura local con los sabores auténticos de la cocina puertorriqueña en un ambiente familiar.

  • Gastro Tour Dirigido a Grupos y Pasajeros de Barcos Crucero:

  • “Exclusive Gastronomic and Cultural Experience”.

  • La experiencia gastronómica incluye un recorrido por las diferentes partes del restaurante: cocina, cava, barra, seguido de una actividad interactiva donde podrán degustar de las bebidas de la casa, la Mamposturria “la nueva fritura nacional” y preparaciones inspiradas en los sabores auténticos de Puerto Rico.

  • Horarios :

  • Domingo a jueves: 11am - 10pm

  • Viernes y sábado: 11am - 12am

  • También contamos con servicio de recogido (con estacionamiento exclusivo para el mismo), “caterings” y un gran espacio para actividades privadas o corporativas.

  • Para reservaciones de esta experiencia y de información adicional o recogidos se pueden comunicar al 787-960-4700.

  • Los esperamos a todos en La Mancha de Plátano, el lugar donde el sabor nos hace familia. 

Montadero Chocolate / (787) 436-6618

  • A bean-to-bar chocolatier using 100% Puerto Rican cacao. Watch the process of making your favorite chocolate. Tastings, workshops, and a variety of delicious treats are available. Renowned for the high quality of its chocolate.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop, in the Heart of Caguas!”

  • Do you love chocolate? Live the full experience.

  • Become a Chocolate Maker for a day — discover Puerto Rican cacao, learn how it transforms from bean to chocolate, and create your own chocolate bar to take home. Reserve your experience today!

  • Or simply stop by and visit us — enjoy more than 24 chocolate bonbon flavors, 9 varieties of chocolate bars, desserts, coffee, hot chocolate, and much more.

  • Taste. Learn. Create. Experience Puerto Rico through local chocolate.

  • Location: 32 Ruiz Belvis Street, Caguas, Puerto Rico

  • Operation Hours: Tuesday–Saturday | 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

  • Reserve your experience: 787-436-6618

  • Montadero.com

Néctar Acaí and Lunch / (787) 360-7635

  • A delicious and healthy option conveniently located across from Plaza Santiago R. Palmer in downtown Caguas. Choose from açaí bowls, wraps, tacos, yogurt, quesadillas, salads, and much more. A wide variety of refreshing drinks include frappes, smoothies, and 100% Arabica coffee.

  • Gastro Tour for Cruise Ship Passenger Groups:

  • “Exquisite Passion Fruit Colada and Museums in Caguas.”

Ron Boricua Premium at Sabor Boricua / (787) 506-5526

  • Ron Boricua Premium offers a Puerto Rican rum that captures the very soul of our island. Created with high-quality ingredients for a superior flavor. It contains notes of wood and apricot that blend perfectly in any drink. Awarded the Silver Medal at the 2019 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers Convention of America.

  • Gastro Tours for Groups and Cruise Ship Passengers:

  • “Ron Boricua Tasting and Tour in Downtown Caguas”

  • Business Days: Tuesday to Saturday

  • Hours: 11 am - 4 pm

  • Reservations are not required.

  • “Ron Boricua Tour and Mixology in Downtown Caguas”

  • Business Days: Tuesday to Saturday

  • Hours: 11 am - 4 pm

  • Reservations are not required.

  • “Ron Boricua Tasting and Tour @ The Botanical Garden”

  • Business Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday

  • Hours: 11:00am - 4:00pm.

  • By appointment only.

  • “Ron Boricua Tour and Mixology @ The Botanical Garden”

  • Business Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday

  • Hours: 11:00am - 4:00pm.

  • By appointment only.

Sangría Factory / (787) 747-0000

  • The Sangria Factory is the home and tasting room of Sangría Los Hermanos, a brand born in Caguas with more than 16 years of history and recognized as Puerto Rico's most awarded Puerto Rican sangria.

  • Crafted with wine, Puerto Rican rum, tropical fruits, and carefully selected ingredients, Sangría Los Hermanos offers more than 12 flavors inspired by the Caribbean.

  • Visitors can discover the story behind the brand, learn how a business born in Caguas has gained recognition in Puerto Rico and abroad, and enjoy a selection of its signature flavors accompanied by locally made bites and products.

  • The Sangria Factory operates by advance reservation, with flexible scheduling, providing a more intimate and personalized experience for couples, families, groups, celebrations, corporate events, tour operators, and cruise ship passengers.

  • Gastro Tours & Experiences:

  • Sangria Deluxe Tasting – 4 Flavors, History & Local Traditions

  • A complete Sangría Los Hermanos experience featuring four selected flavors while guests discover the history of the brand, its journey, and some of the flavors and traditions that make Caguas and Puerto Rico unique.

  • Sangria Tasting – 2 Flavors

  • The perfect introduction to Sangría Los Hermanos. Guests enjoy two selected flavors while learning about the story and creation of the brand.

  • Sangria Tasting Shots – History & Local Traditions

  • A fun and interactive tasting featuring several Sangría Los Hermanos flavors served as tasting shots while guests discover the story of the brand and its connection to Caguas. Ideal for groups and celebrations.

  • Create Your Own Caguas Experience with Sangria

  • Turn your visit to Caguas into an experience designed around your group. A Sangría Los Hermanos tasting can be combined with other attractions, culinary experiences, and tourism offerings throughout the city to create a customized itinerary.

  • Options may include experiences such as Sangria + Botanical Garden, Sangria + C3Tec, Sangria + Craft Beer, Sangria + Chocolate, Sangria + Local Restaurants, as well as other experiences available throughout Caguas.

  • Perfect for tour groups, corporate activities, private celebrations, excursions, tour operators, and cruise ship passengers.

  • Tell us what kind of experience you are looking for, and we can help create a package based on your group's interests, needs, and available time.

  • Reservations

  • Experiences are available by advance reservation and may be customized for different group sizes and occasions.

  • Phone / WhatsApp: (787) 747-0000

  • Website: www.thesangriafactory.com

Gastro Tour: A Taste of Puerto Rico: Sangria, Rum and Local Cuisine con Transportación desde San Juan / (787) 403-5581 / (787) 502-4752

  • A delicious journey where every bite tells a story and every sip brings the island to life!

  • This walking food tour through Caguas' Urban Center — just 30 minutes from San Juan — takes you behind the scenes of Puerto Rico's vibrant food culture, from iconic dishes like mofongo and rice with beans to hidden gems you won't find in any guidebook.

  • At The Sangria Factory, enjoy four tastings of handcrafted sangrias (including passion fruit and guava), poured in 9oz glasses and paired with local Puerto Rican cheeses, breads, and crackers — one recipe was crowned Puerto Rico's Best Homemade Sangria, come find out which!

  • At Sabor Boricua, home of artisanal rum, start with three welcome shots of Ron Boricua Premium and go behind the scenes of the island's signature spirit — from sugarcane to fermentation to aging.

  • A flavorful, authentic, and very walkable afternoon, built for travelers who want to experience Caguas through all five senses.

  • Includes:

  • Round-trip transportation from San Juan (Plaza Colón, Condado, Isla Verde)

  • Guided walking food crawl to 3 handpicked spots in Caguas' Urban Center

  • Artisanal rum tasting + mixology experience

  • 4 sangria tastings with local snacks

  • Traditional Puerto Rican food and drinks

  • Duration: 6 hours

  • Ages: all ages welcome

  • Meeting point: Plaza Colón, Condado & Isla Verde (San Juan)

  • Cancellations: full refund with 48-hour notice prior to the tour

  • Reservations 787-403-5581 / 787-502-4752 · info@borikuatourspr.com

Gastro Tour: Buen Provecho Food Tour / (787) 525-2994 

  • BUEN PROVECHO: Is a phrase we use a lot in Puerto Rico meaning Enjoy Your Meal. The same as saying Bon Appetit in French. It is very common to hear it in restaurants before starting to eat or when the waiter or waitress brings the food to the table. It is very normal to see strangers saying it to each other while passing by a table in a restaurant.

  • Embark on a 3.5-hour gastronomical walking tour. in Caguas, Puerto Rico, and dive into an unmatched culinary adventure.

  • Discover the city's vibrant history and culture while savoring a variety of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, along together with traditional appetizers, followed by irresistible desserts.

  • The tour is offered Wednesday to Saturday @ 2:00 pm, with or without transportation from San Juan.

  • For more information and reservations, visit  https://uqtpr.com/buen-provecho-food-tour/

  • For additional information, you can also call 787-525-2994 or email jechevarria@uqtpr.com

Gastro Tour: Make Your Own Puerto Rican Chocolate Bar with Transportation from San Juan / (787) 525-2994

  • Delve into the rich world of chocolate with a short 30-minute trip south of San Juan to the historic city of Caguas.

  • Here, you will explore the fascinating history of chocolate, from its ancient origins with the Mayans and Aztecs. They revered cacao as a sacred food, which has evolved into a beloved treat around the globe.

  • Engage in a hands-on experience where you'll have the opportunity to make your own chocolate bars, guided by experts who will share tips and tricks for creating crafting the perfect bar.

  • Taste one of the top 50 rated chocolates in the world and learn about the intricate process from bean-to-bar process, where every step is crucial to crafting high-quality products.

  • As you delve deeper into making your own bars, you’ll discover how cacao can be crafted into unique creations.

  • As you create your own bars, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for how cacao can be transformed into a variety of flavors and textures.

  • By understanding the different types of cacao, you can truly appreciate its versatility and the various ways it can be enjoyed.

  • Understand the significance of each stage in the making process and discover various types, flavors, and unique characteristics that make Puerto Rican chocolate a standout in the global market.

  • Experience the satisfaction of crafting your own bar, and take home a delicious souvenir that reflects your creativity and newfound knowledge.

  • This immersive experience not only tantalizes your taste buds but also enriches your understanding of the art and science behind making.

  • The tour is offered from Tuesday to Saturday @ 1:00pm.

  • For reservations, visit www.uqtpr.com.

  • For more information, you can also call 787-525-2994 or email jechevarria@uqtpr.com

Gastro Tour: “Walking Tour with Delicious Local Snack at the Botanical and Cultural Garden” / (787) 653-0470 / info@jardinbotanicoycultural.org 

  • Experience geared towards groups and cruise ship passengers

  • Tour of the Botanical and Cultural Garden. A beautiful garden with a pleasant tropical climate, ideal for enjoying nature and, at the same time, discovering Puerto Rican culture through the three ethnicities that gave rise to it: Taíno, Spanish, and African. Among plants and animals, the natural and cultural history of Puerto Rico is narrated through gardens, archaeological sites, and the remains of the San José sugar plantation, a wonderful example of mid-19th-century colonial architecture.

  • Local Snack:

  • 1 fried turnover, tropical fruits, juices; choice of water or soda per person

Gastro Tour: Taste Puerto Rico: Tobacco, Rum, and Casita Vieja Restaurant with Transportation from San Juan / (787) 403-5581 / (787) 502-4752

  • Embark on a curated cultural journey through the heart of Caguas, where rich history, bold flavor, and island pride come together in one immersive, walkable Urban Center experience.

  •  A modern twist on tradition, this tour connects you with three unforgettable stops:

  • Tobacco Museum — the only one of its kind on the island. Trace the roots of Puerto Rico's tobacco legacy, admire traditional cigar-rolling techniques, and learn how tobacco shaped the island's cultural and economic history.

  • Ron Boricua Mixology Experience  - a guided tasting and mixology session with a certified mixologist. Shake, stir, and sip signature island cocktails while learning the story behind this proud Puerto Rican spirit. Includes one handcrafted cocktail and a mini mixology lesson.

  • Casita Vieja — wrap up the day with lunch or dinner at one of Caguas' most beloved restaurants, known for elevated criollo cuisine and colonial charm. Choose from island favorites like “mofongo, carne guisada, and arroz mamposteao”.

  • A compact, culture-rich, highly walkable afternoon through Caguas' Urban Center — perfect for travelers craving history, flavor, and authenticity in one outing.

  • Includes:

  • Ron Boricua Mixology Experience

  • Guided Tobacco Museum experience

  • Dining experience at Casita Vieja

  • Mixology souvenir

  • 1 cigar

  • Food

  • Round-trip hotel transportation

  • Duration: 4–5 hours

  • Group size: minimum 6, maximum 15

  • Meeting point: Isla Verde, Condado, Old San Juan

  • Cancellations: full refund with 48-hour notice prior to the tour

  • Reservations:  787-403-5581 / 787-502-4752 · info@borikuatourspr.com

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