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Buenos Ayres Argentine Restaurant Closes in San Juan After 28 Years

Published Oct 14, 2026, 4:31 PM ASTvia Metro PR

Why this matters: The closure of Buenos Ayres leaves a gap in San Juan’s dining scene, where the restaurant was a staple for 28 years, and its departure may affect local foodies and the economy of the Punta Las Marías area.

In San Juan, Puerto Rico, the Buenos Ayres Argentine restaurant, located in Punta Las Marías, announced its closure after 28 years in operation. Owner María Marty shared the news in an emotional message, thanking customers for their support and affection over the years. Marty explained that the decision to close was due to the sale of the property where the restaurant was located, and the new owner will establish a different gastronomic concept in the space.

Marty expressed gratitude to customers who supported the restaurant during both successful and difficult times, and left open the possibility of the concept returning in the future. With this announcement, Buenos Ayres says goodbye to Punta Las Marías after 28 years, leaving behind a history built around gastronomy, hospitality, and relationships with its customers. Marty will now take a well-deserved rest, without ruling out the possibility that this farewell could become a new beginning. The restaurant’s closure marks the end of an era in Puerto Rico’s culinary scene.

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