Restaurante Casa Emilio — Restaurant in San Juan

Wow, the food, service and atmosphere were excellent. We had camarones al ajillo (garlic shrimp) with seasoned rice, and bistec encebollada (steak with onions) with salad. They didn't have an English menu so we did some googling to order, but couldn't be more pleased.

The food was extraordinary: rich, flavorful, beautiful, simple. Ex: usually a side salad is an afterthought, but not here - it was big, fresh, with a giant wedge of avocado (different variety than in the US) and covered in a simple oil-based dressing.

I regret not getting appetizers or dessert. Other tables ordered them (and wine! they had a great selection on display) and everything looked terrific. They make a homemade bread pudding, and I bet we would've loved it.

We visited on a Friday afternoon and the crowd seemed like mostly business people (i.e. well dressed, no kids, but it was a weekday so that's to...

We have been patrons for over 15 years; it’s where we go for anniversaries and special ocassions to meet with our adult children. Always friendly; its our “Cheers” hangout, where everyone knows your name. After a visit or two you’re family.

Post COVID it has become one of the safest restaurants, if not the safest, in Puerto Rico; all stops were pulled to implement measures to secure their patrons. Casa Emilio, a Spanish Andalusian meson, has a varied menu for meals, or Tapas, and a large selection of accessible wines, beers and other drinks. Probably the best venue for live Flamenco and Sevillana music and dance.

Great for Tapas, Wine and Entertainment; and always an excellent meal. We just returned for the first time, after almost a year of social distancing; we were pleasantly surprised by the safety precautions. We had an excellent meal with wine; we hope to...

What a hidden gem in Hato Rey, spanish food accompanied with live music. We dined here on a Friday evening and this place was very much alive. I would say about 90% locals, and definitely out to enjoy all the great features this place has to offer.

The singer, native from Spain playing his guitar, brings the crowd to their feet, and not to mention the 2 Flamenco dancers, with their castanets, adding a touch of Spanish authenticity to the place.

I ordered a Sangria, well prepared and refreshing.

My Breaded Chicken Breast was cooked to perfection, accompanied with Sweet Plantains. My dining partner ordered also the chicken but with Mashed Potatoes, she was happy with her selection,

I will definitely patronize this...