Casaléna

Casalena, which opened in June 2023, has quickly become a valuable addition to the community. The restaurant offers a menu rich with coastal Mediterranean flavors, providing a diverse array of options to choose from. They also feature rotating specials, which I was eager to try during my visit. I opted for the Chicken Piccata, served on top of mashed potatoes. We also got the Bianca Pizza to have as our appetizer. It’s thin crust and a bit dry in my opinion, I personally would have wanted more sauce but still very good. The indoor ambiance of Casalena is my favorite thing about this place. The decor and overall vibe are delightful, with beautiful lighting that enhances the dining experience. I especially appreciated the small touch lamp on the table, allowing guests to adjust their own lighting. While the menu is on the pricier side, making it less suitable for frequent visits, Casalena is an excellent choice for a date night, anniversary, or special occasion. Reservations are not required but are highly recommended, and can be easily made via Yelp or the restaurant's website. They also do events which you can inquire and get more information about. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Street metered parking or you can use their valet.

This restaurant has a lovely date night ambiance, with charming decor and plenty of greenery. However, I was hoping for a more intimate, romantic dinner with my husband. The noise level was so high that it was difficult to hold a conversation, especially when sitting across from each other. It felt like we were dining at a bar rather than a cozy spot for two. On top of that, we were bitten by mosquitoes during dinner, and there wasn’t an option to sit inside, which made the experience less enjoyable. My biggest disappointment was the $34 salmon. While it had a nice crust, it was under-seasoned, and the presentation was more about style than substance—there was a lot more plate than food. On a positive note, the wagyu meatballs and wagyu pasta were both delicious! If you decide to visit, I’d recommend going for lunch when it’s quieter, with more seating options to suit your date needs, and some courses are better priced. The $8 valet service was a nice touch, though!

Casalena. We were there for the late night menu (10:45 pm.) everything was great. the server was on the spot, and the food was very good. I'm definitely coming back... Parking -2.5/5* Accessibility -4/5* Atmosphere - 5/5* Clean - 4/5* Restrooms - 4/5* Service - 4.5/5* Food visually -4/5* Food taste -4.5/5* Food freshness -5/5* Price - 4/5* 4 stars

Elliot was a Great Host and provided good insight on meal selections. We had the Hummus- yummmm and the shatshouka -Heavenly along with açaí bowl. Everything was Unique and Delicious. The ambiance and decor added a nice touch to the meal.

We really enjoyed our dinner here. The bread they bring you, as long as it's fresh and hot (we got one that was amazing and the 2nd one we ordered was stale and cold, should have sent it back but they were busy) is some of the best bread I've had at a restaurant! The meatballs appetizer is presented beautifully and the meatballs are moist, flavorful and definitely worth it! The branzino is amazing! The spaghetti allo scoglio was delicious with plenty of seafood! Their coffee is very good, where we were disappointed was dessert. The Sardinian donuts were heavy, raw inside and beyond disappointing. The batter is obviously too thick, I've had donuts in Sardinia, work on this recipe! Also, they should be served fresh fried and hot. The apple tart was also undercooked and doughy and was served cold. I took most of it home, baked it for another 15-18 minutes on 340 degrees and it was great. You can't underbake pastry, it's the worst. We will be back but not for dessert.