Chocobar Cortés

Chocobar Cortés is a chocolate lover's paradise in the heart of Old San Juan where kids can experience cocoa in surprising ways beyond just dessert. This unique café serves everything from chocolate-infused chicken dishes to decadent hot chocolate flights, making it an exciting culinary adventure that introduces children to Puerto Rico's rich chocolate-making heritage while satisfying every sweet tooth in the family.

• ✓Hot chocolate flights that let kids taste different chocolate flavors and styles
• ✓Chocolate dessert menu featuring creative treats like chocolate pizza and churros with multiple dipping sauces
• ✓Unique savory dishes incorporating chocolate that expand kids' culinary horizons
• ✓On-site artisan chocolate shop with locally-made Puerto Rican chocolates to take home
• ✓Colorful, Instagram-worthy interior that kids find fun and exciting

1. 1.Arrive before 11am or after 2pm on weekends to avoid the longest waits - this is a popular spot with tourists and locals alike
2. 2.Let kids order a hot chocolate flight to sample multiple flavors, which turns the meal into an interactive tasting experience
3. 3.Browse the on-site chocolate shop before leaving to pick up locally-made chocolate bars and treats as souvenirs or gifts
4. 4.Request the upstairs seating area which tends to be quieter and more spacious for families with restless kids
5. 5.Don't skip the savory dishes - the chocolate BBQ ribs and mole-style chicken are surprisingly kid-approved gateway dishes to adventurous eating

Weekday mornings between 9-11am are ideal for a quieter experience with shorter waits. The breakfast menu is excellent and you'll beat the cruise ship crowds that descend on Old San Juan mid-morning. Avoid weekend afternoons when wait times can exceed 45 minutes.

Expect to spend $15-25 per person including drinks and dessert. The café is located on a pedestrian street in Old San Juan, so you'll need to park in nearby public lots and walk a few blocks on cobblestone streets (stroller-friendly but bumpy).

Open year-round with consistent hours. The café can be especially crowded during winter cruise ship season (November-April) and spring break. Summer months tend to be slightly quieter. Check hours on major holidays as they occasionally close for Puerto Rican holidays.