Three weeks ago we had a family dinner on a Tuesday night at this restaurant. It was the night…read moreafter the Spain-France soccer match. There isn't a day since then that I don't think about that evening and the great dinner we all had. It was our fourth and last dinner together, we had not been thrilled by any restaurant in the area and I decided to search for 5 star Spanish restaurants in honor of Spain win. Well it did not disappoint. In fact it exceeded all our expectations! The ambiance is striking as you walk in, it throws you off with paintings all over and tables arranged with different style chairs, some with booths and in general old style. I must say it could have been the worst evening. The hostess/waitress/daughter of the owner, Sophia offered to sit us at a mixed table (chairs/booth) . Tables had to be moved and arranged, and the setup was not working out due to multiple issues, sitting between tables and 2 booth chairs, sunlight couldn't be blocked and was bothering one side of the table, and the group was a bit uptight after a negative experience the previous day. So I spoke up and said out loud that the seating wasn't working out. We must have been making somewhat of a scene and the owner/chef, John, came out to check on us, and calm the waters. We were kindly accommodated at a different table right in the middle of the restaurant. There was only one other couple in the restaurant and as soon as they left, the restaurant was all for us! I can't say enough about the food! We started with a few tapas, we shared a paella and others ordered their own entree. Everything was so amazing that we all ended up trying everybody's food. The food had this special taste....basque/french touch from the owners culinary origins. Sophia and John, served us like kings , and handled the situation at the beginning with flying colors. Super friendly, housewarming, and professional. Do not leave before you try the Basque torta. It's like a basque cheesecake. I dream about it every day. Take another piece to go, or you will regret it like we did, when we couldn't go back for more!

El Basque is one of those hidden gems you're excited to discover. Looking for an easy dinner one…read morenight, we decided to take food home, and it ended up being one of the best takeout meals we've had in a long time. We ordered the paella for four with skirt steak, white asparagus, and saffron rice. The portion size was unbelievable. Not only did it feed us dinner that night, but I enjoyed the leftovers for six meals afterward. The saffron rice was rich and flavorful, the skirt steak was tender, and the white asparagus added a nice touch that made the dish feel special. For dessert, we brought home the Basque cheesecake with fig sauce. It was creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness from the fig sauce. Many people rave about the cheesecake, and after trying it myself, I understand why. It was absolutely delicious. We also picked up a bottle of red and a bottle of white wine for $25 each. Both wines paired beautifully with the food and made our takeout dinner feel a little more special. What impressed me most was how well everything traveled. The food tasted as good at home as it would have in a restaurant, and the generous portions meant we enjoyed El Basque for days. Great food, great value, and a meal that kept on giving. We'll definitely be back.

We sat at our table and no one acknowledged we were there, had to get up and go to the host and…read moreasked who our server was. Music was nice, the singer kept coughing and didn't even cover his mouth. Food was mediocre. My husband and I were disappointed since the reviews we had read were much better than our experience.

El Trovador exceeded every expectation! The bacon-wrapped shrimp were absolutely delicious, the…read morelobster bisque was rich and creamy, and the sea bass was pure decadence. The meat platter was superb and perfect for sharing. The live entertainment was spot on, adding energy without overpowering conversation, and the atmosphere was warm, stylish, and welcoming. It's the kind of place you'll want to return to again and again. Highly recommend if you're looking for an outstanding meal, great service, and a memorable night out! Sending Sunshine, Real Estate Jodi Jodi Kaplan Group | Coldwell Banker Global Luxury

Went on a Monday night and there was just one other table occupied. We almost left thinking it…read morewould not be good. Boy were we wrong. Delicious food, great service, reasonable prices, and a range of items. I went for tapas and my friends enjoyed entrees. We ate outside which was spacious. In doors was large. Servers were kind. English was not as prevalent but that made it authentic. I had croquettes which were packed with ham. The tortilla espanola was a large portion. It came with fresh tomatoes. The texture was a bit mushy but it was well seasoned. One friend got the steak served with crispy potatoe wedges and the other the cod. Hands down both were amazing. Fish was some of the best with a cava sauce which was light. The steak was cooked to perfection and the wedges were tasty delights of crunch on the outside and softness in. Support this establishment and enjoy some Spanish dishes.

Looking for something completely different? How about sharing a whole pig with 6 friends!…read more The slowly cooked, golden and crispy entree was brought out and placed on a table next to ours. The aroma was amazing. The staff suggested that one of the guests remove the head table side so that one of the servers could then carve the rest of the meat. We had a volunteer and it was not as difficult a task as you might imagine. Not only were the people at our table taking pictures but many at others were also recording the show. There wasn't a fight as to who was going to enjoy the head, only 1 person asked for it! As with the rest of the meat it was absolutely delicious. The Cochinillo (the Spanish 12 to 20 lb roasted suckling pig) must be ordered weeks in advance. It's slow roasted for 4 to 5 hours. It comes with a choice of 2 sides. There was enough leftover to have for lunch the following day. A fun, delicious experience and not all that expensive when the cost was divided by 3 couples.

We have been hoping to find a true Spanish restaurant, since moving to the area. Finally made a…read morevisit to Taberna Ole. It doesn't look like much from the outside. But very classy decor. The staff is super welcoming. Customer service is epic. We went specifically for the Seafood Paella. Our waiter told us that it takes about 40 minutes, as they make each order fresh. We were more than willing to wait. We decided on an appetizer, the Iberico Ham Croquettes. They were very lightly beaded and very crispy. We each had a glass of their white sangria. It was very refreshing. The paella came out and the aroma was heavenly!! It was the best paella I have ever eaten! The clams were so succulent and tasty. I could have eaten several dozen. All the seafood was cooked to perfection! We could not have asked for a better meal! I can't recommend Taberna Ole enough! A hit from start to finish.

Wow. Where to begin with this horrendous experience. We had very high hopes as we love Spanish and…read moreLatin Cuisine. The problem started when we walked in the door. We made reservations on Open Table, and I wanted to ensure I got my points. The computer is down.......sorry. They let us to a high top table. I do not want a high top. Took many minutes to decide which table to seat us at. We were there when they opened at 4pm and were the ONLY customers in the restaurant. When we left at 5:45pm we were STILL the only customers in the restaurant. Finally they seated us at a table. The absolute most uncomfortable chairs in the history of dining. Chairs with wooden bottoms. They explained that there was a concert this evening, and the place was booked full. OK. why not explain that on the web-site, so we could come another night. Or better yet, don't accept reservations for that evening. The noise level was horrible. Everyone of the staff scurrying around, moving tables, and chairs, setting up the speakers. Yelling, yelling, yelling, yelling. Could not hear myself think. Then, one of the owners opens a cabinet, and around 50 glasses come tumbling out, crashing to the floor and breaking. OK accidents happen. Then the performer arrived. Sorry, I do not know who he is, but the entire staff did and were very excited. They dropped everything and started taking photos with him. Then, they had to spend another 15 minutes showing each other the photos. This whole time, we are still the only customers, and we were totally ignored. The web site says happy hour is 4-6PM. The waitress tells us because of the party the happy hour is only lunch. Then, she asks a manager, and they bring a happy hour menu. We order from the regular and the happy hour menu. The one good note is that the cod fritters and the ham croquettes were excellent. The paella was soupy (I understand some folks enjoy it that way. I like mine with crispy rice) The waitress was very nice. She said she was sorry about all the confusion. We finally flagged her down and asked for the bill. She did, in fact, give us happy hour pricing. But, sorry, that does not make up for the evening. We left thinking that we would come back another day and give it a try. But, the next morning we woke up saying it was a horrible experience, and it is just not worth it. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g34230-d33076380-r1056307800-Taberna_Ole-Fort_Myers_Florida.html#

This place was in our condo complex and looked great from the outside...we hoped the looks were not…read moredeceptive. They weren't! Great appetizers, went there for happy hour and the drinks were great and well balanced. So many times happy hour drinks are just sugary drinks with a little alcohol. This place is the real deal. Service was great as well and fantastic ambiance for us as a couple.

Visited on our last night in Naples. We were particularly looking for octopus and they served it…read more We had an early dinner reservation and were seated promptly. The gluten free rolls were quite good served with sea salt butter. Our appetizers were tasty- the fries and buffalo chicken bites. Steak tartare was also good. For the main course we had octopus, steak (both filet and sirloin), salmon, and branzino. Overall- for the price, food and service were mediocre. It is a really nice restaurant and enjoyed the outside patio.

It was our first time here, and unfortunately, it was disappointing. The server was very nice, but…read morethe food was not. We had beef stew and Oxtail, and it wasn't very good. We had a meat pie, and the meat was cold inside. Might come back.

This place is so dam good!!! The staff was amazing. The ambiance was great as well. But the…read morefood!!!!!! Omg!!! I'm Puerto Rican and I love me so Dominican food but every single bite of everything I had here had so much flavor. More flavors than any Dominican spot I been to.

Amazing and authentic Citibank food. Best in Cape Coral. They are low cost too…read more Service and food amazing

Para empezar la comida no es nada del otro mundo, el precio más o menos, pero la manera que están…read morerodando en lugares como un Restaurant del tercer mundo, los baños no están limpios, todo roto las cosas eléctricas cuelgan del techo como el sensor del elevador y por otra parte no tienen estándar de Restaurant para pedir por los tragos antes de pedir por la comida llegan y te piden que vas a comer, sencillamente sin traerte agua sin pedir que vas a tomar en otras palabras como un restaurante de tercer mundo. Los platos no los cocinan como uno pide, si dices Weldone te lo traen medium

We celebrated a family birthday dinner at Beso, and it was such a good experience! We did the…read morefamily-style dinner, and there was plenty of food the dishes just kept coming! Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The service was excellent, and the staff kept everything flowing smoothly throughout the evening. And I have to mention the sangria, it was SO good! Definitely a favorite! My personal favorite was the grilled cheese, but honestly, everything we tried was delicious. We also had a private room for our celebration, which made the evening feel extra special and comfortable for our family.

Beso Sarasota was a really great dinner with our close friends and our kids, and it ended up being…read morea very smooth and enjoyable experience. Service was excellent--the pacing of the food was especially well done, with dishes coming out at just the right intervals so we could actually enjoy everything as it arrived. Cocktails were well made, and our friends were very happy with the wine selection. We ordered a large portion of the menu, and most dishes were really flavorful and well executed, very true to what tapas dining should feel like. The only two things that didn't quite work for me were the vegetable paella and the mushroom toast, but everything else was solid to excellent. They also did a great job accommodating us with kids. We had a nice semi-private table upstairs, which made the whole dinner feel comfortable and easy for a group. Overall, it's a great place for both groups and date nights, and I'd happily return.