The Bar Isabel Restaurant is located in Paseo de Los Dedos, a well-planned street that is lined with fashionable shops and restaurants. The restaurant was created by Carlos Serrano, the owner of the Plaza de la Alfalfa and a famous illustrator. The name of the establishment actually derives from the original name of the Bar Isabel, which was a brothel that was found in the area. However, given the age and reputation that come with the name, it is probably best to reserve your meal at this prestigious establishment.
Despite the negative media attention that many establishments have been getting recently, the Bar Isabel Restaurant is one establishment that continues to be a top choice for young couples. Despite being one of the few restaurants that cater to a predominantly Spanish work force, the atmosphere and decor is designed to appeal to people of all nationalities and ages. For this reason, the Bar Isabel is very popular among ex-pats as well as expats and families. The fact that it caters to such a wide age range is another reason why many choose this establishment when looking for a romantic and intimate place to celebrate an anniversary or a birthday. In addition to having delicious food and excellent service, the Bar Isabel also offers local Spanish entertainment such as snake charmers, magicians, florists, cabaret singers and local tapas bars.
Given the high number of nationalities who frequent the Bar Isabel, it is understandable that the atmosphere can become somewhat complicated at times. This is especially true during the high season, which runs from mid-July to mid-November. During this period, a large number of expats and Spanish families move to the Costa del Sol in search of cheaper accommodation. As a result, there are often problems with language barriers and attitudes towards the local culture prevalent amongst many of these new arrivals. This is not helped by some locals becoming exasperated by the number of visitors and feel that the majority of them are taking up space. However, when coupled with the high quality of service and food available, there is no reason why those who do venture into the area should not find it a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.