El Batey
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Price range
Typical spend
$10â30 per person
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Good for
Crowd mix
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Parking
Accessibility
Kid friendly
Pet friendly
Safety tips
Dim interior and steps; watch your footing and your tab in the late-night rush
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Where you'll be
San Juan
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Why it's worth it
Since the 1960s, El Batey has been the go-to dark, grungy bar for musicians, locals, and curious visitors in Old San Juan. The walls are layered with decades of graffiti and stickers, the jukebox leans rock and classics, and the drinks are straightforwardâcold beer, strong rum, and a few simple cocktails. Itâs not polished, but thatâs the point: come for soul and history rather than a curated concept.
