Old San Juan Restaurant: Authentic Latin American Flavors in Camden, NJ

This food is so good, and the prices are reasonable. I drive 30 mins just to get their food, and it is so worth it. The customer service is great and they never seem to treat you differently if you do not speak spanish.

Amazing restaurant with super flavorful Puerto Rican food! Restaurant was crazy packed on a Saturday but that’s to be expected and the wait staff were doing the best they could. Started off with empanadas that were made with fresh torta made by grandma herself. We all got different kinds of mofongo cups filled with different kinds of meats. Really enjoyed the steak and chicken ones with the criollo sauce. Meats were tender and the sauce I need that again. The shrimp ones with garlic were amazing too, they didn’t skimp on the shrimps and it was full of a delicious garlicky flavor. The side dishes of rice/beans and yuca were better standard and never a let down. The flan sadly was a bit hard and didn’t have any of the usual sugary sauce that comes with flan. The kid unfortunately went with the popcorn chicken and fries that weren’t that great but they’ve yet to come to love the flavors you come here for. Great place to come have lunch/dinner at!

We stumbled upon this place after driving to Camden, and decided to give it a try. Food was good, though my mofongo and pork tasted slightly overcooked. I was not the biggest fan of the guava and cheese patty due to the amount of hardened cheese, but I liked the beef patty a lot. My husband ordered one of their specials, and the food was delicious, especially the steak. It was a great value for the amount of food we had, and we ended up taking enough home for lunch the following day. Service was good. One downside is most of the servers seemed to only speak Spanish, which lead to some ordering confusion, but was fine in the end. The atmosphere is very casual, and you can tell that they have regulars. They have a bar in the back that serves cans and bottles of beer. We will definitely be returning!

Very nice staff, answered all my questions as I wasn’t sure which meat was what. Portions are very nice too so you can have enough for now and later! Fair pricing too, will be back

Bring the heart of Old San Juan Puerto Rico right to your plate. The arroz has that perfect balance of sazón and the pigeon peas are cooked just right - not too firm, not too soft. Yuca is very filling and made so tasty for such a simple item. Priced very modestly considering the generous portions. Authentic flavors and experience here make it worth every penny.

There is aways a debate as to who has the best Hispanic food in Camden, NJ. Hands down it is Old San Juan. With its wide variety of cultural food, availability and taste it can't be beat. The dine in experience needs to step it up. Service is very slow. Often, you see workers huddled up chit chatting, and from what I can gather, familiar or interested parties distracting workers from fully servicing customers. It is more like a 4-1/2 star rating because I'm familiar with the atmosphere, but for someone new in the area, it would take away from this gem in the hood.

I recently experienced the culinary delights at Old San Juan in Camden and found it to be a delightful spot with great customer service and good food. The diverse menu provides a lot of variety, making it an excellent choice for those with different tastes. The atmosphere is inviting and contributes to an enjoyable dining experience. The staff's attention to customer service adds a positive touch, making the visit memorable. While the Mofongo was good, I believe there's room for improvement to elevate it to an exceptional level. Overall, Old San Juan in Camden offers a solid four-star dining experience, combining friendly service, good food, and a diverse menu in a welcoming atmosphere.

Authentic Puerto Rican food!! Love the fact that they give you a cup of Puerto Rican chicken noodle soup as you get seated to start with. Man, reminded me of Puerto Rico and my grandmothers house and cooking! I had the chicharrón de cerdo with white rice and beans … delicious!! Beans are superb!!! My wife had the Cuban sandwich but with tostones in placement of bread because my wife is gluten sensitive! Great alternative! Definitely will be back. It’s Camden but easy to get in and out of. The area isn’t bad at all.