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SUR Barra Nikkei, San Juan, PR

SUR Barra Nikkei

4.8
4.8
150 Reviews
$31 to $50
Peruvian
“SUR” is derived from the curiosity of wanting to explore, venture, feel, know, understand and experience the unknown. It comes from the desire to contribute and create awareness; It is the recognition of the differences that unite us; It is the respect we owe to nature that drives this desire to tell stories through sensations. If as a team we manage to bring an experience so extraordinary that you left with a smile, then we have completed our mission.

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2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 7 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 1:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (939) 775-0365
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Private party facilities
    For private dining inquiries please contact us.
  • Neighbourhood
    Condado / Santurce
  • Cross Street
    Calle del Parque and Ponce de Leon
  • Parking Details
    Ample street parking available and paid parking diagonally across the street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 150 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Puerto Rico

    Innovative

  • Puerto Rico

    Healthy

  • Puerto Rico

    Neighbourhood gem

150 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Sur Barra Nikkei! We have visited many times and the experience, food and service is always consistently on point. Everyone from the elegant servers who present every ingredient on your plate to the friendly main bartender that always stops by to say hello; they always provide top service. The food is delicate, full of umami and refreshingly unique compared to other local offerings. Not to mention, their house dessert with the aioli ice creams is incredible. We joke that Barra Sur feels like we flew into NYC to dine at a top restaurant for the night. Excellent work!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful experience Our server was so lovely and knowledgeable about the food

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. We tried multiple dishes, most of them tapas style, and all where fantastic. Complex flavors on al of them. Service was also amazing. Definitely will return.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service!!! What a great experience! And the dessert, just WOW!!!

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  5. Atef

    Caribbean

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite restaurants in San Juan, always a good experience!

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  6. MariV

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Comida original y muy buena. Uno de mis restaurantes favoritos en San Juan.

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  7. JulioH

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. We let our server decide what we ate and was spot on on the choices. Portion size were good to share.

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  8. Zahira

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitivamente uno de los mejores restaurantes en Puerto Rico. El lugar es increible y delicioso. Desde el servicio hasta la cuidadosa confección de la comida y su presentación. El postre de la casa es magistral.

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  9. Marie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed the whole experience. Our server was exceptional and her recommendations were right on point. All servers that brought plates to us were also very knowledgeable of ingredients and flavors of the food to be served and that helped choose and enjoy better our dinner. Ambiance was good and drinks very distinct, flavorful and pleasant. Do take into consideration portions are not very large but the specialty of flavors is worth the experience.

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  10. Selena

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily one of the best meals I have had in Puerto Rico. The concept was unique and original. I loved the decor and the music. The drinks were great and the food was just amazing

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  11. Atef

    Caribbean

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite restaurants in San Juan! Very eclectic and unique vibe.

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  12. Kristoffer

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow this is probably the BEST Peruvian food in North America and I’ve tried a lot in Miami, San Francisco and Los Angeles. This was by far the best! I’ve been to Lima, Cusco and Matchu Pitchu. This reminded me of my trip to Peru but was a modern take on the traditional dishes. So fresh, so delightful and our waiter was so enthusiastic about the food. Drinks were amazing I had the Mr Martinez and my wife the Espiritu Libre. Honestly this place needs a Mitchelin Star and it’s on its way. Definitely can’t wait to go back one day.

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  13. Paulina

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous experience from start to finish. Beautifully executed dishes, quality ingredients and lovely presentation. Excellent service - our waiter was stellar, we appreciated his detailed descriptions and attentiveness. Will be back.

    1 person found this helpful

  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was perfect!!! The food was amazing.. and the cocktails were incredible!!! Highly recommended!!!

    1 person found this helpful

  15. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food & drinks. Loved the Japanese-Peruvian mix.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience all around - eclectic dishes great service in a relaxing atmosphere.

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  17. BrendaA

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Vuelvo, el lugar esta excepcional. Me encanto y la comida es un colorido de sabores.

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  18. Herrera

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    Great food, service was ok. Server was polite but always in rush, we definitely would’ve had more drinks if the service was a little more attentive. We got there around 9 so they were paying more attention to closing duties instead of service. Food was amazing, ambiance was great. Just need a little more love to guests and attention to details.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing experience , both food and service !

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  20. Claudio

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently excellent in its food and service, a constant repeat!

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  21. Sher

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, the combination of taste and texture adds to the experience. Freshness and creativity impressed us in every plate we ordered. I had the Espiritu Libre cocktail that has now become my favorite. We tried a little bit of everything, tiradito, ceviche, nigiri and a duck hot plate. I would go back, any day!

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  22. antonioc

    Caribbean

    77 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Don't understand the reviews for this place, I'm a fan of Mario Pagan, Wilo Benet, Santaella and this restaurant had better reviews. I wouldn't even compare them. The menu definitely is something different and elaborate but the food is subpar. Will not visit again.

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  23. John

    Caribbean

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was our first visit and we were delighted. The food was amazing. We will go back many times. JJV

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  24. KarlaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    exquisitely awesome! service, food + cocktails! ..

    SUR Barra NikkeiResponded on July 15, 2023

    Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you soon again!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Muy buena la comida y atención del staff. Los platos son únicos y sumamente deliciosos. Definitivamente regresaremos a comer aquí.

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  26. Foodiefanatic

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent! Everything was delicious and beautiful!

    SUR Barra NikkeiResponded on July 16, 2023

    Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you soon again!

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  27. Cate

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing, cocktails were delicious, great service. Will definitely return.

    SUR Barra NikkeiResponded on July 16, 2023

    Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you soon again!

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  28. RussellT

    Caribbean

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome. Excellent choices for foods and cocktails. Great service.

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  29. Beth

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Sabores frescos , una experiencia diferente en cada bocado.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelente servicio. La comida espectacular! Gracias.

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  31. JoshB

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is fantastic and the service is exceptional!

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  32. ltk1

    Salt Lake City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Nice find in San Juan. Renzo con Micha was the standout dish with yellowtail marinated in citrus and smoked yellow aji chile sauce, two kinds of corn (steamed large kernel “choclo” corn and crunchy roasted corn), creamy sweet potato, and topped with Korean chile pepper threads. The main dish we ordered (Tallarines en’Callao) was a very small bowl of unmemorable noodles dripping in an overpowering sweet/salty sauce with barely detectable chopped seafood mixed in - hardly worthy of its spot as the most expensive main dish on the menu. Go for the Peruvian ceviches, small plates, and drinks.

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  33. Jerry

    Naples

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were looking for a last-minute reservation last night, and was lucky to discover this restaurant. While we lived in the general area for six years and dine out frequently, we never heard of this restaurant. We read the reviews and it looked very interesting so he's decided to try it. We're very glad we did. This is a Peruvian restaurant with some Japanese influences. The restaurant is located in an area of Santorce where we saw a reasonable amount on street parking as well as a pay lot right across the street. You can dine on the front patio or indoors. We opted for indoors as the humidity is starting to set in. The indoors is very nice, and the air-conditioning is very effective. The menu layout is a bit confusing, but with the guidance of Caroline, our very talented waitress, she correctly guided us through the process. The first part of the menu I would describe as the small plates. They are meant to be shared, but the portions are not that small. Because we wanted to try a fair selection of their food, we had ordered four small plates, and share them all. Each was uniquely delicious. Most of them consist of raw fish and seafood but it's not like sushi or sashimi. Its Peruvian. Each one was a work of art and delicious. After four of these small plates, we were definitely full, but we wanted to try one of the main courses which was a duck dish over really good rice. It again was excellent. You can't go wrong going to this restaurant that's for sure. If your experience is like ours, it was excellent from start to finish.

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  34. RandolphM

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Creative and delicious peruvian/japanese dishes. Menu was a little complicated but we sorted it out and everyone enjoyed their dishes. The tiraditos which I guess are like ceviches and seem like appetizers on the menu, were quite large and big enough for an entree. The only one I was underwhelmed by was the Viajando a Puno, which didn’t really look like the photo on the website and didn’t taste like much.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb dining experience! Felt like we had discovered a real gem.

    SUR Barra NikkeiResponded on June 2, 2023

    Thank you so much for your kind words, they mean the world to us. We are so happy you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you soon again!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top 3 Restaurant In Puerto Rico….nothing else to say… outstanding!!!

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  37. GemQ

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I came in with my boyfriend while we were traveling through San Juan. We were late to our reservation and they still sat us down. We had an amazing experience! Richard and Edwin were phenomenal and very personable. The drinks, the food, the desert, everything was absolutely delicious! I don’t usually write reviews but this place really took us by surprise. The flavor explosion with every bite cannot be described. We will come back and will recommend to everyone.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Comida deliciosa y única en Santurce. El servicio es de alta calidad. Una pequeña joya.

    SUR Barra NikkeiResponded on July 16, 2023

    Muchísimas gracias por su retroalimentación, nos llena el corazón. Nos alegra lo haya disfrutado tanto como nosotros. ¡Hasta pronto!

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Richard at the bar is the man! Great recommendations and professional service. Thank you.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and drinks! we will 100% be back!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

SUR Barra Nikkei is rated 4.8 stars by 150 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 7 times today
Google Map for SUR Barra Nikkei

411 C. del Parque, San Juan, PR 00912

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Calle del Parque and Ponce de Leon
  • Neighbourhood
    Condado / Santurce
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 1:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Peruvian, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Ample street parking available and paid parking diagonally across the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Latinx or Hispanic
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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