5 pintxos for $32. We shared a plate of 5 + a slice of tortilla and that was enough for 2, athough…read morewe were not very hungry. It is a tapas bar, limited options. They have 8 kinds of pintxos, cheese, charcuterie, and some side dishes. So for a light dinner or pre dinner, this is a good place. It's casual so don't expect fancy service. Staff is nice and welcoming. They had live music (Spanish guitar soloist) which was a nice touch. Rating is more like 3.5, food and value is ok, but venue and ambiance is one of a kind.

The last time I had visited La Boqueria was during its soft opening, which seems like so many years…read moreago but I'm very glad to say that i was able to come back post-lockdown for another unforgettably great meal! We had begun our night at Bar Gobo and just was not feeling it, so we decided to come to La Boqueria instead for dinner. We were able to get a table right away with a quick phone call, and they saved us a table upon our arrival! We mainly came here for wine and the delicious Pintxos, and between the two of us we shared a bottle of the Blasted Church Hatfields Fuse, and a platter of 5 Pintxos (great date meal!). Due to the current circumstances they seemed to be understaffed so the food was taking longer than usual so they offered us a complimentary dish of Pulpo a la Gallega - perfectly cooked giant octopus with potato, mayo and paprika - if I knew how delicious it was I would have definitely ordered it as an appy! The Pintxos are to die for - perfect for sharing. Our favourite was probably the negitoro, and the ultimate sardine. The platter of 5 is a perfect portion for 2 people and a great way to try a selection of Pintxos and a delicious explosion of variety of flavors. This place is a must-visit for seafood lovers, and such a unique offering comparing to the many tapas options in the city. My only feedback is I would have probably liked a more extensive list of red wine; maybe more full bodied reds? The cocktail list also looks amazing as well but sharing a bottle of wine is such a great date idea that we decided to leave the cocktails for our next visit. If you are looking for an unique romantic date night spot, I would highly recommend La Boqueria because it will be sure to delight and surprise your date with a great meal, ambiance, and great service. Truly a hidden gem in Vancouver for seafood and wine lovers. They are only open for dinner service for now so be sure to make a reservation.

2nd time visiting after several years and this time our party of four had the HH food and drink…read moreitems as well as food items that were on the dinner menu. Overall I felt the dishes were solid but some such as the calamari could have had cooked longer to show some browning on the outside of the rings as the outside of the calamari looked anemic. We were fortunate that our party of four was able to be seated comfortably in the booth next to the front window which provided a view of the street. Four stars for today's experience and five stars with the Host and server who was assigned to our table.

Sadly bodega on main has fallen off after the last few years. They used to have an incredible…read morepaella, but it's now closer to something from a microwave container than anything you'd get in Europe (much less Spain). No socarrat, no saffron... meh. Sadly, as one of the few places in Vancouver that even SERVES paella, it's still in the top 5 in the city, but it's definitely not #1, or even 3. Service is fine, ambiance is good.

I have to give my husband credit for finding this little hole in the wall…read more Being a long time foodie, aside from the food itself I tend to lean towards experiences and this was one of them. From the outside,it looked like a normal house in an industrial area. But walking through the doors, I was greeted by what felt like family! The decor was minimalistic but packed with so much flavour ( just like the food). We got the fois gras which was unlike any other I've had. It was covered with a sugary brûlée crust that added so much more dimension to its flavour and texture. This was also served with bread from the local bakery. We also got the seafood paella, which was super intimidating at first the platter looked HUGE on the table next to us, but turned out to be a good size. Really happy with the experience.

We had reservations for a Wednesday night at the tiny but inviting Casa Molina on Manitoba Street…read morein Mount Pleasant. The cozy converted house was full but not loud with dim lighting and close‑set tables for an almost home‑dinner vibe. From my visit, we shared three standout plates. The alcachofas con jamón paired confit baby artichokes with roasted onion and jamón Ibérico. It was a good balance of textures and classic Spanish seasoning. The ensalada de ajo blanco con tomates asados y atún semicurado brought a creamier, richer profile: silky almond‑garlic dressing on fire‑roasted tomatoes with chunks of semi‑cured tuna and a drizzle of ash oil that added a nice aromatic note. The arroz negro arrived with seafood mixed into deeply flavoured squid‑ink rice; it was hot, savoury, and rich, perfect with a squeeze of lemon and garlicky aioli. Service was a definite high point! It was warm, knowledgeable, and paced so we weren't rushed. Portions were generous enough for sharing among two, especially with the more substantial rice dish in play. That said, the overall meal trended toward the rich and dense, so pairing with a couple of the lighter salads or crisp wines next time would help round things out. Would recommend for for date nights, small groups, or anyone curious about Spanish flavours. Lighter eaters might want to mix in a salad or a vegetable forward plate to balance the richer offerings.

First time to Como Taperia and we were impressed! All dishes were well plated and flavourful. The…read morehen dish was a stand out. We'll be back!

This is the coolest happy hour deal. Every time you order a drink, you get a free tapa to go with…read moreit. We got to try octopus, pan con tomate, and chorizo toast. They kept bringing out new ones during happy hour which was cool to see the options. The happy hour area is standing only at the olive bar and it can fill up very quickly. I would recommend getting there as soon as it starts at 4 pm. The vibes inside were very cool with a new Barcelona highlights reel playing every few minutes and the bathroom wallpaper is filled with soccer players. I would say it's very worth going here for happy hour from 4-5

THE FOOD WAS INCREDIBLE! I would go here every day if I can for both food and drink if it was…read morecheaper. We got steak tacos, prawn ceviche, and pork belly! I got the contoy iced tea. Everything was absolutely delicious.

Always enjoy the food here and their unique dishes. It is not just your run of the mill tacos here…read more These are elevated tacos. Beef steak tacos have a nice sauce and it was really tender. The pork taco comes with a piece chicharron. We also had the lamb on mashed potatoes main entre. It was tasty and tender but wished they give us more lamb though. It would be 5 star if there was sufficient lamb. It came very 3 heaping spoonful of mashed potatoes which was very nicely seasoned. Service was great and the restaurant is nicely decorated.

This tiny little restaurant is quaint and perfect for dinner on the patio…read more Service is prompt, don't expect bread service and the menu is very limited. Might be an off day but the ravioli was way under cooked and very chewy and tagliatelle too salty. Lovely patio in the summer.

I walked past this restaurant and made a note that I wanted to try it out. Came back the next…read morenight. Sat inside right next to the kitchen and enjoyed the bruschetta, pasta with meat, and tiramisu. All of it was delicious. The service was very good, and the ambience of the restaurant is nice.

Spanish food is on the top of our list of cuisines to try as there are very few restaurants in town…read moreso we were super exited to be invited to try out some Spanish tapas. There is nothing as familial as tapas and these will make you want to have a get together. Cojonudo & Cojonuda had deep porky flavours, refreshed by juicy roasted peppers. The tease of the fried quail egg was just over the top. We particular loved the rice sausage as we got a hit of fragrant rice as well. Sobrasada & Queso Valdeon was an unique and one of a kind experience. Super intense! The smoky spices of the pate really reinforced the underlying complex flavour profile of the blue cheese. This is perfect with a glass of wine. These crispy fried croquetas containing bechamel sauce and either fresh sweet prawns, mushrooms, or ham, are quite addictive. Not as rich as we thought and the filling was like fried milk donuts, so had a very contrasting but pleasant texture. Last but not least. The escalivada con garbanzos with anchovies, roasted garlic, peppers and onions. Got to get something healthy right? This was such a comfort dish, remind us of summer get-togethers with relatives. Sweet garlic and gently soft peppers and onions, savoury umami from anchovies (not pungent at all) really went well to elevate the chickpeas. The nutty sweetness from the liberal use of olive oil tied everything together. We would love to try a few more of their creations once covid is over as tapas are best to be shared with friends with tons of wines.

We got the paella de marisco and the oxtail sandwich. The paella was delicious, but you have to…read morereally enjoy a nice fishy flavour base as it can be overpowering if you don't, which is how husband felt about it. (We knew that going in, so I ate most of it.) Big portion, lots of seafood in quantity and variety, including a nice big full shrimp. Everything well cooked except the mussels - they were cooked to death. The oxtail sandwich was amazing and the bun was heavenly. The patatas bravas were just silky delicious with nice sauces on top. Expensive and worth it for a splurge. I'd like to try some of the other more modestly priced offerings. I wish they offered phone ordering, they only seem to do ordering via DoorDash and Uber Eats and I hate giving those things any cut of the profits.