1919 Restaurant
Exquisite Food Paired with an Extraordinary View
Named for the year Condado Vanderbilt first opened its doors, this unparalleled tour-de-force in fine dining offers contemporary, "flavor-forward" dishes crafted exclusively from local artisans and farmers. Michelin Star-rated Executive Chef Juan José Cuevas believes in pairing social consciousness with exquisite taste. Combined with impeccable service and meticulous attention to detail, it's a recipe for feasts you'll not soon forget.
1919 wine dinner series presents: chateau musar
A delightful dinner awaits with these exceptional wines from Lebanon, paired with fantastic dishes created by Executive Chef Juan José Cuevas and the 1919 team. Special Guest: Marc Hochar, Owner & Wine Maker at Chateau Musar. Join us on Saturday, April 13 at 6:00PM | Food & Wine Pairing $299 per person. View Menu | Reserve
mother's day brunch
Treat Mom to a spectacular brunch buffet created by Executive Chef Juan José Cuevas and the 1919 team. Join us on Sunday, May 12th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. $135 per person. View Menu | Reserve
Dress code: Formal Attire; shoes required, no dressy shorts or beach sandals.
Contact: 787-724-1919
EXPERIENCES
Ideal for a private gathering with friends, up to 4 guests! Let our Sommelier guide you with the perfect wine and cheese pairing. Open for one reservation per day. Reserve this bespoke experience
Ask us about a private after dinner "cigar & whiskey" experience for up to 10 guests. For reservations, please contact us.
Dress code: formal attire; shoes required, no dressy shorts or beach sandals.Hours
- Tuesday to Saturday: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
- Sunday and Monday Closed
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1919 Team
Chef Juan Jose Cuevas
An honors graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Chef Juan José Cuevas commenced his culinary career in 1995 at the Michelin three-star restaurant Arkelare in San Sebastián, Spain. From there, he worked at the Ritz-Carlton in San Francisco, El Raco in Barcelona and Essex House in New York City.
In his swift culinary ascent he worked with world renowned chefs, including Chef Sylvian Portay, Chef Santi Santamaria, Chef Alain Ducasse and Christian Delouvrier. In his time in New York City, Chef Cuevas went on to win a four star rating from The New York Times, the city's highest culinary accolade.
He also accomplished a three-star rating at Blue Hill Restaurant, a Michelin star at Restaurant 81, and a three star rating at the Pluckemin Inn in Bedminster, New Jersey. Today Chef Juan José Cuevas triumphantly returns to Puerto Rico as Executive Chef at 1919: the flagship restaurant at the new Condado Vanderbilt Hotel.
JUAN JOSE CUEVAS
Executive Chef