This was an amazing experience with incredible service, ambiance, and food. The cocktails are delicious and really well crafted. The appetizers are really good, especially the octopus!! I got the yuca gnocchi with pernil which was very very good. The star of the show though was the key lime pie crème brûlée. Truly phenomenal. One of the best desserts I've had in a long time. read more

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I really enjoyed my dinner at Estella. I highly recommend this place. It's one of my favorite dining experiences in Puerto Rico. Service was fantastic, the food was fantastic, and dessert was great. The restaurant is located next to a road but it really didn't bother me. I do recommend getting a reservation before you go. It's located on your way into Rincon and it's a cute little restaurant with outdoor and indoor seating. Food was delicious and the flavors were fantastic. read more

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one of the best food experiences we have had in PR. We came in with a reservation and we seated, ordered drinks and promptly got them. The drinks were good as well as the appetizers (we got octopus and ceviche). All our entrees were good as well and unlike many tourist restaurants, the dishes were all at least somewhat authentic. Throughout, the servers were incredible and it felt cozy inside. If you want upscale finding in W PR, come here!! read more

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Probably the best high end restaurant in Rincon, PR. Great for couples trying to escape the crowded restaurants downtown. The menu changes often and the food is amazing fresh and locally sourced. The staff is great, friendly and will make recommendations based on your tastes. Must make a reservation in advance as all tables were booked the night we dined at Estela. Thanks to our servers Anthony and Anjelica. read more

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We were visiting Rincon for the first time and read that Estela was a good date night spot, and we'd agree! They have indoor and outdoor seating and our server Carlos was amazing! Very attentive and knew the menu well. The menu was small but intentional and we enjoyed all of our food, especially the key lime creme brûlée. The inside and outside of the restaurant left something to be desired in terms of decor and ambiance - it was very plain for a menu that was rather upscale. read more

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The location did not match the prices but the service and the drinks were the best we encountered during our trip. Chef apparently does not allow any substitutions which also was a bummer. But the drinks and the warmth of the staff (Kamila) were so amazing that We returned a second time to just get drinks! read more

Estela - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

Reservations needed! Loved the little atmosphere, sat outside on the bar. Had amazing food! Scallops and amazing brussle sprouts (I don't like brussle sprouts at all) I had pasta carbonara and for dessert it was an amazing kely like pie creme Brule! A must for a nice, peaceful delicious meal. read more

I was in PR for a work trip and our work colleagues told us about Estela. Granted, I've been in PR before and didn't really have any high standards. Estela is TOTALLY different from every other restaurant we've tried. We got in and out in 1 hour - which is practically a MIRACLE!!! Every other restaurant we've had dinner at takes about 3 hours to dine. But Estela? Efficient and GREAT service. Our servers kept checking up on us, asking if we needed anything else and were super quick to get anything we needed. Drinks + food came out fast and the timing of the meal was on point. Really loved my drink and we ordered some apps that were great. I did find my pork belly to be a bit on the salty side, but it was perfectly crispy and well cooked. Dessert wasn't as amazing as the food, but that's okay. This place would def. deserve a michelin star if they gave them in PR. The fast service alone makes this place a no brainer whenever I'm back in this area. read more

Estela - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

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I wish I had better things to say about Estela. I'm still debating between 3 & 4 stars as I write this. PROS: -Love the farm to table concept, and rotating menus monthly. Freshest ingredients. -Full vegan menu option as well. -Elegantly prepared plates. -Decent cocktail menu. Full bar. 6/10. -Cute exterior. -Dessert was pleasant. Still too small. -Waiters are kind. CONS: -In order to feel full, you MUST order all 3 courses. Portions are TINY. -$40 for 3 scallops. 3 SCALLOPS. It wasn't even disclosed on the menu how many it comes with. -Indoor seating is VERY limited. You almost have to eat outside. -$47 for an average steak. Ours was ordered Medium. Came out more rare. -For a party of two to feel comfortably full, expect ~$200 bill. -The restaurant is cute, but does not match the prices or food. Not upscale enough for what they're charging. The bathrooms weren't even that nice. read more

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So we were staying in Rincon, and we wanted key lime pie. So I typed 'key lime pie' into yelp and Estela came up. So off we went. We didn't have a reservation, but since all we wanted was one drink and pie they let us slip in for that before the people who reserved the table would arrive. I am definitely a key lime pie officioanada - I've had key lime pie in so many countries and states - and this was probably hands-down the best key lime pie I ever had. It had a cheese-cake style graham crust, the key lime pie filling/canter, and then a creme-brule burned sugar topping. My boyfriend doesn't really like desert - and he couldn't stop eating this one. And we got tasty, fancy cocktails too. The me u looked amazing. We looked at it while eating the pie and kinda wished we'd gotten dinner at Estela instead - but at least we got the amazing pie. read more

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From beginning to end, this was truly a divine experience. The restaurant itself has a lovely ambiance. The waiter was wonderful, providing impeccable service throughout the evening. The food was nothing short of exquisite--each dish bursting with flavor and creativity. The Brussels sprouts were perfectly cooked, and the hummus was incredibly unique. The rum old fashioned was a delicious cocktail that complemented the meal beautifully. To top it all off, the chef came out to personally explain my outstanding dessert, making the evening feel even more special. This wasn't just a dinner; it was an unforgettable experience. read more

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Great dinner spot with exceptional service. We enjoyed the Ceviche and fried Brussels for our appetizers. We also had the foie Gras and carrots. Key Lime creme brulee for dessert! read more

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Absolutely delicious meal. Our order: - Charcoaled Brussels sprouts - Foie gras on a bed of lentils - Gnocchi with duck prosciutto - Grilled octopus with black ink sorullito - Key lime crème brûlée. Nothing was short of great and the octopus and the key lime brûlée were the standouts. Chef came out at the end to chat as well, which is always appreciated and welcome. read more

Just amazing. Super accommodating and so nice!! Our server was amazing, so attentive. The drinks were perfect and the food is great. I don't agree that the portions are small and don't fill you up! The portions are perfect sized. The staff is friendly and timely. Perfect place for a group or a date. read more

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Every part of the meal at Estela was impeccable. Estela is the best restaurant we tried Puerto Rico by far. Each bite was an adventure, every element was perfectly balanced between sweet, savory, salty, rich and fresh. I highly recommend the meat loaf if it is available; the duck was divine as well. The desserts were adventurous and mind blowing -- tobacco ice with cream! I've never had anything like it. The one area of improvement would be service -- for such a fine dining establishment, there was a bit of finesse lacking in the service. But it overall didn't detract from the meal. read more

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During our trip to Puerto Rico, we ate at this little, classy hideaway in Rincón. We drove through some heavy foliage which was beautiful, and ended up at this ultra cool spot. It's a tiny restaurant with gorgeous mosaic tiles on the building and inside a wave of blue tile and wooden tables remind my of the sky and sand. A festive bar swelled in the corner serving up delicious cocktails and wine. The ambiance was sultry and romantic, even with the metal chairs...and the scent of garlic and ginger hung in the air. The red wine we ordered was superb and went well with our dishes... we had the lamb croquettes for appetizers, the arugula salad, the spaghetti carbonara and the pork tenderloin...the croquettes were mild and crispy; the salad was highlighted with fried goat cheese, walnuts and beet vinaigrette; the pasta was laced with the most delicious pancetta; and the meat was tender and herbilicious! The service was beyond attentive and polite and the server helped us choose our perfect meal! If you get a chance to visit, don't miss it! read more

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Incredible food and cocktails, the catch of the day was perfectly cooked and melt in your mouth. The steak had so much flavor and the wait staff were extremely friendly and helpful read more

We are in Rincón, Puerto Rico for vacation. We heard the estela was "must try" while in town. And we are thrilled we were able to have the experience! Everything from their perfectly crafted cocktails, delicious entrees, and beautiful artwork for dessert was so memorable!! We will definitely be back when we visit again! Thank you so creating such an experience!! read more

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This is the most amazing meal I've had in a really long time. Every bite was delicious and meticulously prepared. We made reservations a month before and I'm so glad we did! read more

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Such a great dining experience. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of all dishes in explaining ingredients and preparation (lamb and duck). Everything we had was wonderful in flavor. We tried the lamb, the duck, the tuna tartar, steak for the kids, pork tenderloin, sweet plantain gnocchi, brussel sprouts, and dessert! Such a fulfilling meal. Make a reservation in advanced and enjoy. read more

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Foody heaven. Inspired service. Mixologist behind the bar. Truelly exuizite meal. Pastry chief for your enjoyment . Wow read more

Estela - Pop corn inspired desert - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

They are at the top of their game following COVID protocol. The service was spot on, very attentive and the recommendations and guidance from our server was greatly appreciated. Once our appetizers were served the chef came out to check on us. read more

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Overpriced and underwhelming. Our worst meal in Rincon. We had ribeyes steaks which were not good at all. Undercooked and no flavor. Tasted gamey. Mentioned to waiter but he made no accommodations. Drinks were good. Apps were decent. 45 mins from seating to exit. Expected expected better for a $200 night out. read more

What a wonderful place! 5 stars across the board!!! The chef is so creative. Come here if you are looking for incredible food. Really excellent, non pretentious, high end food. You leave feeling so satisfied. Amazing. read more

This was our special dinner out while visiting Rincon and it could not have been better. Every dish we tried was truly excellent. I had hoped for local fish to be on the menu but there wasn't. Be sure to have the Brussels sprouts, pork belly and scallops. Oh, and the key lime dessert rocked my husband's world! Service is accommodating and attentive without being annoying. read more

I wanted to take a group of really good friends (family, really) out for dinner and decided on this little Rincon restaurant. We ordered an assortment of plates; I ordered the pork loins and a friend the sirloin with the intention to share both. The pork loin was really good, though the portion size was a bit on the small side. It came topped with a delicious combination of chopped somethings (sorry, can't remember what it was), set of a hard plantain waffer... yummy! The sirloin came with spicy brussels sprouts and a sweet plantain sauce (the star of the night, IMO), also very good. For dessert I had a cheese/guava pastry topped with a gelato like cold paste... I had two! :-) Service was outstanding. Our server, Loren, was always ready to refill our glasses, and she gave a very impresssive 15 minute long menu description... by memory! The other members of the staff were always stopping by to check on us; all very courteous, very affable. The restaurant is located on the inside of a curvy part of the road, so getting in/out of their parking lot might be difficult during high traffic moments, but we had bo problems. The location gives the restaurant a bit of an "in the middle of the jungle" vibe which only seems to enhanced it's ambiance. I am giving it 4, and not 5 stars, because the A/C was struggling a little bit to keep the interior cool (I hate warm weather!), but I am probably being to picky, nobody else in my party had any issues with the temperature. I am definitively coming back with my famiky next time we are in PR. read more

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10000000/10 this place was amazing. Besides not being able to find it at first, but with the help of their hostess helping through texts we finally made it and everything was so delicious. Between the smoked hay scallops, drinks, our meals, and the key lime pie brûlée!!!! And our waitress who was so friendly, kind, and helpful! Please do yourself a favor and go here. read more

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We had a lovely evening at Estela. The service is excellent. The bartender is an artist. All of our drinks were delicious and came to the table beautifully presented. Our appetizers were divine. Salmon Tartare and Tuna ceviche were both delicious. The entrees were good but a bit overpriced for what you got. We had one of each of the three desserts. The key lime brûlée was the clear winner. Overall is was a 4/5 but be forwarded that it is not an inexpensive evening!! read more

Estela - Rum drink special - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

Had an amazing dinner On december 2020; and estela might be my new favorite dinner spot. We had great wine; the appetizers were outstanding as well as the main dishes, our server was a delight and the dessert was to die for. It is easily accessible, parking is available and its very clean. Could come back in a heartbeat! Cheers! read more

So disappointing This is our third time there over the past five years And it has steadily declined The first time it was wonderful Everything about it was delicious and lovely , you could tell the chef was enthusiastic and that it was personal. The room inside was welcoming and comfortable and outside was lovely. The second time the food was just ok . The food seemed a little confused and lacking in substenance. Just trying too hard. This time , as in this evening , it was terrible. First of all the room inside now looks like a cafeteria , the tables are bare and there you are sitting on a wood seat with a straight back which is very uncomfortable. Already by the descriptions of the items on the menu , you could tell there was some trying way too hard and confusion. Then we were given utensils wrapped in a paper napkin! I mean this is suppose to be one of the more upscale restaurants in town. We had the pea hummus and carrot terrine with chips , that pea hummus was not fresh you could tell just by the color and it had no real taste I make a much better one at home for sure and o am not one to say that ever! The carrot terrine was also so bland I had to salt it like crazy to give it some flavor and the chips were lacking any of that salty yummyness of what a chip is. We also had the ceviche which was a real let down. It had no citrus freshness to it at all . The hominy kernels were such a weird texture with the fish and there was so much of the leche de Tigre ,the whole thing was so odd and frankly the worst ceviche I have ever had. Then we had the tuna dish which was as my partner said the worst tuna dish he has ever had ! Raw cubes of tuna with a spicy dressing and again those hominy kernels , the whole dish was just trying so hard to be pretty it forgot to actually be good. We also had the catch of the day . Grilled snapper with purple potatoes and beurre blanc . Way way overcooked fish and the potatoes were flourerly , if u serve plain boiled potatoes with fish that's not the kind of potato you use , it looks pretty but it's dry very dry. So basically overcooked fish with my partner ate because I could not keep eating chewy dry fish because he had a hard time swallowing the tuna We gave them A chance for dessert The ricotta goat cheese thing with papaya in broth also a miss. The goat cheese totally overcomes the ricotta and it basically taste and it has the texture of goat cheese and the papaya has no taste and the Beth makes no Sense. We also had the key lime crème brûlée. Which was good but but not at all a crème brûlée . A crème brûlée is silky and subtle and delicate , this was cheesecake with a non descriptive mushy crust. The best thing was the cappuccino and the cocktail. I really hope that this review with get the chefs attention and bring his palate and heart back in the kitchen . And give some life to that indoor room and the you want to leave the minute you walk in. read more

Went to celebrate our 3 year anniversary and called to make a reservation which i highly reccommend. Although, they didn't say anything to us about our anniversary even though I mentioned it over the phone. Food was very good! Drinks were incredible and service was good too. The only issue we had was that the rice with the duck was extremely salty so we just boxed the food to go. Also, it was really nice seeing the chef checking on tables. Overall, it was a good meal. read more

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Great food and service. This restaurant exceeded my expectations, I had one of the best experiences of my life in a restaurant, the waiter was very respondent and very kind. The food was one of the greatest foods I have ever eaten and I had to close my eyes to truly appreciate it . Now the best thing in the restaurant the dessert, the dessert was the best dessert I have ever eaten in my life and it was full of flavor. The first dessert we ate was the chocolate mousse in tres leche sauce and let me tell you it was one of the greatest mousses I have ever eaten, the next thing we ate was the Key lime pie brûlée and that was the best thing we ate that night and let me tell you I would come back just for the dessert. read more

Estela - Lemonade with passions fruit - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

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Don't come here without a reservation. Food looked good but didn't stay because the indoor ambience was so-so.

We had seen Estela on a few restaurant lists and looked good, some friends had told us that the food was okay but we decided to try it out. I should have listened to my friends. We ordered the following: Appetizers: Pan-Fried Brussels Sprouts and the Plantain Gnocchi. Both plates were good, nothing special. I will say they were good portions to share. Drinks: Moscow Mule, which was good. Main Course: Pork Belly - this was not good. The mash was very salty and the pork was not great. I expected more from this plate. Dessert: Cana, tabaco y Ron. We were going to go with the key lime pie but we wanted to try something different. The dessert was not good at all, we basically left most of it. Our server was very nice and patient. We did mention to her about the dessert and she was willing to let us try something else. Overall, service was good but the food was average and pricey. read more

A very Luke warm soup with no discernible flavor. They called it potato leek with shavings of truffle sawdust. My friends had a fish that was over cooked and tasteless. read more

The owner Abel Mendoza will tell you the same phony joke every time. It's irritaring and it goes like this: if the food was good I it if it wasn't we will look for who cooked it. THE joke speaks volumes First is - lack of responsibility Because if he has only bad cooks in the kitchen it's very unprofessional. Second is - He's trying to take credit for other talented cooks while every time I've been there I've only seen him outside being arrogant to customers trying to look sophisticated smoking cigarettes. The pineapple custard is canned pineapple. I do not recommend this place. The staff run around like they need to meet certain standards / tip$ by the end of the night. read more

The Universe has spoken..."Estela is culinary Nirvana." After enjoying dinner at another awesome Rincòn restaurant, our car was parked away from the beach house we were renting and so we took a roundabout return. Halfway back, from the dark recess of the curvy road shone an ethereal blue light... we slowed to see it was the back lit glow of Restaurant Estela's outside bar. We turned around to get a closer inspection. Intrigued, a quick online search produced an extraordinary menu with a great vegetarian offering. Made a reservation for the next evening. Kenneth graciously greeted us and offered us a corner patio table. Dorcas enthusiastically guided us through the food and cocktail menus. We watched bartender Joshua craft our drink selections with a surgeon's precision and then present them like a proud father releasing his offspring into the world. The following parade of appetizers, entrees and dessert entertained and fascinated our eyes and tastebuds. The flavor complexities and pristine presentations are too difficult to realistically convey... but I will say, the sugar cane, tobacco-infused, custard-like dessert was beyond this realm. We reluctantly left Estela and its awesome energy and staff, but took with us an evening that will long be remembered and cherished. Muchas gracias! read more

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This is it!!!! A mouth full of flavor-able delicious cuisine. The chef took the time to come to our table and present his delicious creations. read more

Estela - Caribbean Near Me - Rincón, Puerto Rico

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Estela was fantastic, a nice change of pace from traditional island food. The service was excellent, the chef came out to check on us. The ambiance was intimate, cute with eclectic decor. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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We recently had dinner at Estela's as recommended by numerous people. Lorraine was very knowledgable about each plate and we really enjoyed the Pork loin and salmon along with the key lime pie at the end. However, the shrimp appetizer was pretty bad and the texture resemble eating sand which we let her know. Lorraine compensated by giving us a free glass of wine which was a nice gesture. The restaurant for what is charging should have a better entrance so if it rains like it did the day we went, you don't have to jump through puddles or get your feet in them. The inside dining area is bare to the minimum, quite depressing which reminded me of a hospital cafeteria. And, although we asked for inside sitting, once we saw what it looked like we rushed to sit outside. The parking is not well lit and is not a flat surface to walk so in a rainy/windy night anyone can easily fall. The restaurant definitely needs some TLC to make it feel warm. A little investment in some plants, wall paintings and fix the entrance with some gravel and stepping stones, lit parking even if they are string lights would be a reason to change the review. But based on what we got and what they charge, it is definitely overpriced and not a pretty site. read more