If you were to ask me what are my top five bars in Old San Juan, I would say without hesitation that one of them is La Taberna Lúpulo. I have been loyal customer of La Taberna Lúpulo since its beginnings at their original location on the corner Cruz Street and Sol Street (across from St. Germain). When I used to work in Old San Juan, on Thursday nights there was no question as to where I was headed for happy hour, it was there. As their popularity soared, so did their need for a bigger space. So in 2012 they made the move to their current location in San Sebastian Street.
A casual bar with a lively atmosphere, La Taberna Lúpulo is an ideal place for beer connoisseurs and beginners alike. I know some people who had their first beer here. They might have even used a scannable fake id to get into the bar in the first place but I couldn’t possibly comment. La Taberna Lúpulo feature an impressive beer selection with over thirty rotating beers on tap and a constantly updated extensive bottled beer menu. 
If you are unsure as to what to order, don’t worry, the friendly and knowledgeable bartenders are ready to answer your questions and/or give you recommendations on what to order. The best part, some will even let you try a small sample of your beer of choice prior to ordering it.
On this visit, for my first beer I ordered the Samuel Smith Nut Brown Ale. It has a beautiful auburn color and smooth caramel and nutty taste. I have yet to try a Samuel Smith beer that I have not enjoyed. Highly recommended!
For my second beer, I ordered the Goose Island Nut Brown Ale. It has a dark brown color with a hearty toast and malty flavor. A delicious beer indeed.
Getting hungry after all that drinking? No problem. La Taberna Lupulo’s menu also includes a varied selection of bar bites. Insiders tip: A few months back they began serving a nice boozy brunch on Sundays. Can’t wait to check it out.
[su_note note_color=”#e5e4e2″ class=”infobox1″]Location:
151 San Sebastian Street, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico[su_gmap address=”La Taberna de Lupulo”]
Telephone: (787) 721-3772
Payment Methods: All major credit cards accepted
Parking: There are various parking garages in Old San Juan, however, the closest one to La Taberna Lupulo would be the one located underneath the Plaza del Totem right in front of El Morro.[/su_note]
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