Having owned a vacation home in Rincon for the last several years, we always look forward to the tapas at Casa Islena.Yes, the portions are small,that's what tapas are!!! It is the restaurant that our visiting family and friends ask for most, and we are happy to go there several times a month, that is how affordable it is. more

wonderful food and options - unfortunately it closes quite early more

The Casa Islena is beautiful, and has a nice setting on the beach. We loved the Tapas, and the price was affordable. A different idea for a great meal! more

We went here twice while we were in Rincon. Loved the atmosphere, the service was very good and everything we tried was excellent. more

Went to this restaurant in lovely Rincon because we love tapas, however I don't know if they are hurting from the economy or just know they can gouge unsuspecting Americans who want to be trendy, but the portions are really ridiculously small! The empanadilla was the only decently sized/price thing on the menu. We paid $10 for two small scallops--not... more

Fresh, inventive, tasty tapas and sangria; who could ask for more? more

We stayed at Pelican Point on Sandy Beach from 12/18/08 until 12/30/08. Casa Islena was almost within walking distance. I had read reviews on the internet, and Casa Islena was "on my list to try." The first night we were hooked. The second time we returned with new friends. The third time we we returned again by ourselves. The food... more

10 of us dined at this waterfront restaurant just north of the town of Rincon. For parties of 8 or more, the chef chooses which dishes to serve, and our party enjoyed every dish, from the fried mashed plantains to the spinach tapas. There was far more than any of us could consume, and we brought several doggy bags back... more

Very peaceful atmosphere: walled garden, pool, few tables, quiet. Food was good but they were out of what I wanted (sardines). more