O yum! Just went here last weekend and it's like Spain in NL. The only way you know otherwise is to…read morehear people speaking Dutch and to see the prices (not expensive for NL at all but compared to Spain, yes). There are many sandwich options to choose from both warm and cold as well as warm and cold tapas. My friend and I each had a sandwich and a drink and shared 3 tapas. We ended up each paying about 11-12 euros. And the quality was excellent. Really a good lunch. This place is busy. There are people waiting for tables both inside and outside.It's small so depending on how many people there are it may take a while. For us we only had to wait about 5 minutes. There are people walking in all the time to get sandwiches to go or to buy deli meats/cheeses/tapas. Definitly try this place out for lunch!

The sandwiches are super good here. I had the Jamón, sundried, pesto, parm cheese, and the flavors…read moreworked so well together making it taste delicious. I also had a black coffee with steamed milk and that did not disappoint! Small, cozy, friendly place.

We stopped in for a snack and beer. Cute and cozy vibe. We…read moregot the fried anchovies and the grilled prawns. All were delicious although the anchovies were too much for my husband lol and I though I did my best, I barely dented that plate. They were really good with their bread and garlic aioli. Great spot, would have loved to have tried more.

I randomly had unscheduled stopover in Amsterdam - much to my delight - and so I looked to my…read morefellow helpers for a place to eat. It ended up being a great decision, because Pata Negra was amazing. The divey, eclectic bar-restaurant was packed to the brim and full of energy. I was by myself, of course, so I grabbed one of the few remaining spots at the bar after a warm welcome and escort from The owner. He chatted with me a bit and then told the bartender to take good care of me. I ordered some sangria and a few tapas (empanadas, bacon wrapped dates and lamb steak bites) and soaked everything in. I read some of the messages carved into the walls and woodwork throughout the kitschy joint and people-watched across the tables tightly lined against the window. The empanadas and dates were tasty but the beef was tough and lacked flavor. I've only had bacon-wrapped dates once (I'm not too adventurous with food), and they were delicious. So comparatively, these weren't as good. Honestly, if the food was just one step higher, I'd give the joint five stars. Everyone around me seemed to enjoy their food, though, and lots of people were ordering what looked like creme brûlée. I was too full to order dessert, though. The owner came by again later to sit and chat with me for awhile - and take a shot (yikes!). Even though I was new to Amsterdam and was exploring by myself, he made me feel right at home. I stayed for another sangria, but ended up leaving after only because I wanted to explore more of the city in my limited time there. I'd definitely recommend checking out this place.

I am not sure how I found this place but I am so glad that I did. Very friendly staff, great menu,…read moreand nice bar makes for a perfect meal. We were definitely in a neighborhood spot for locals but they didn't seem to mind that we were tourists from America. The menu was printed in English but it had familiar items from tapas restaurants in the US. The tapas prices were reasonable for the quality of food but I wish there was a bit more on each plate as we ended up ordering doubles of some plates because we just needed a few more bites. I felt like we ordered most of the menu because either everything looked delicious or it tasted delicious. Inside the restaurant, it is very cozy and quaint and somewhat dark but many Dutch restaurants have the same ambiance. We enjoyed our meal and I would definitely return here again to enjoy some other wonderful menu items.

Lovely little place for a date in Amsterdam. The tapas were…read morenicely presented and tasted good. The tomato salad was seasoned well, and we enjoyed the burrata and avocado, though the burrata was a bit chewier I would have liked. The highlight was the octopus, it was the most tender I have ever tasted! We also got the fried sole which was seasoned and cooked just right. It was a good full portion of the fish. Prices feel a bit steep for the portions of the other dishes at €7-9 per plate.

Presentation is a 4 but the taste-wise, the food is a 2.5. Shrimp dishes are pretty good…read more Strange house rule regarding water: We tried to order tap water to drink, but the male server/busser told us they didn't have tap water, so we ordered iced tea. When he brought us the bottled iced teas, he also brought us two glasses of water... So I guess you only get water if you order another drink? Tips for ordering: The "rib eye pork" pieces were super rare. Eat at your own risk. Don't order paella unless you have 2 hours to eat dinner. The paella took 1 hour and 30 minutes to come out!! When we ordered, the female server said the paella takes 20 minutes.

What a nice find. Most Spanish places use quite a bit of salt in the food. Barceloneta uses quite a…read morebit more finesse with a modern take on Spanish tapas. The barceloneta salad is a must. Huge prawns, fresh mushrooms, strawberries and tomatoes all perfectly dressed. Refreshing and satisfying. The paella is good with loads of seafood in it. My only criticism was the rice was a bit over cooked and came out mushy. The place inside is very comfortable and bordering elegant in spots. I would love to come back and try other dishes.

We visited Barca for drinks and it was a solid place for them. While we were in the area, we…read morestopped by here as another nearby bar was packed and couldn't find any seats. Therefore, Barca came to our rescue. Barca is a Spanish restaurant, so red wine is a must. And from what we discovered, Barca had the best prices for wine, compared to many bars we had visited. Glasses were about six bucks, US dollars, and the pours were fair. Yet, if wine isn't your thing, they do have a full bar. Many people were dining in, and what came out of the kitchen looked yummy! But the bar area that we were in was spacious and nice. Service was also very good. Glad to have found a place while traveling for glasses of malbec.

This restaurant is sleek and modern, and positioned in a festive area…read more The staff is friendly, attractive and energetic. I really wanted to enjoy this place more than I did, but the menu is very limited compared to what I have seen in other tapas restaurants. I chose the croquettes and a toasted bread with a tomato topping. Both were okay, but rather bland. In my opinion, the menu could use a revamp.

We went here after getting in from a long flight from Chicago. It was a random decision, but one I…read moredo not regret. It was a quaint little restaurant and we sat outside even though it was chilly. The servers were extremely helpful and friendly. The food was Spanish tapas and it was some of the best food I've ever had. Chicago's tapas restaurants cannot hold a candle to this. Everything was good. I really loved the anchoa which was an anchovy toast and the berenjas which was like a crispy eggplant with mushrooms.

The food is incredible, eggplant, mushrooms, paella, good service! This is a must visit.read more

The unlimited tapas is a great deal! Some of the tapas are great but others are really strange. I…read morethink some of the flavors are really geared towards Dutch tastes. Nothing was really very "Cuban" about it - it was more Spanish I would say. The cocktails were super sweet and clearly just alcohol (barely any) mixed with pre-made cocktail mixes, which is a bit unfortunate. The service was also a bit slow :(

I went in early on a Friday night, and the place was half empty (perhaps it gets crowded later in…read morethe evening). The restaurant serves only tapas for main course, and I was pleased to see an entire section dedicated to vegetarian tapas! I order three plates - grilled mushroom with garlic butter, sweet peppers with stuffed paella and cheese croquettes with sherry dressing. The last one was quite interesting, and the other two were so-so. Next came dessert - vanilla pudding with caramel, which was heavenly! While the tapas and service were good, I would give them only 3 stars. Added the extra star for the dessert and brilliant vibe/ambience/character of the place. I think it would be great place for weekend drinks + dinner in a large group. PS - they also have an all-you-can-eat deal for Sunday to Thursday evening.

Surprised at some of the yelp reviews. I thought this place was great for Tapas/small plates. The…read morefood was delicious and the service was fast and attentive. We visited midweek without a reservation and were able to get seated right away. We sat inside at a table, although there were seats available outside. The decor and atmosphere are interesting and fun. Prices are in line with what I would expect for Tapas. Service was very quick and friendly. We settled on 5 tapas between 2 people. Portions were pretty big for tapas. I think my favorite was the Patatas Bravas (home-fry type potatoes with a spicy tomato-y sauce). Dátiles con Bacon (dates wrapped in bacon) were probably my second favorite but everything I had here was delicious and I would recommend Castillo.

Terrible food. We stopped for tapas, good thing we only ordered 2 things. We had the octopus…read more(pulpo) which was disgusting, tasted like it had been dumped out of a can and microwaved. The server admitted it was frozen out of a bag, just reheated. Gross. He recommended the calamari "next time". We also had the Iberian ham, which came out looking like someone had hacked it with a steak knife. Tasted fine, but wtf, I doubt it was the real product. Service was fine, ambiance is cute, but the place is Spanish in name only, don't be fooled. There won't be a next time. Place is a tourist trap. Good for a quick drink and then move on.

Such a good random find for us on our trip. It was very easy to get a table, and we were served…read moreright away. The inside is cozy and inviting. We ordered bruschetta to start. This was a disappointment and is the reason for not getting a full 5 star review from us. The bread seemed stale, and the tomatoes were not ripe. The pesto sauce on it was delicious though. We also got carbonara which was amazing! The pasta tasted homemade, and the sauce was perfect. Delicious and decadent but not overly heavy. We got this to share since we had a late lunch, and we wish we could've eaten more here! We'd definitely come again and would stick with ordering their pasta dishes.

The food is tasty, services is friendly and ambiance romantic with a bit of laidback. For sure a…read moregood stop. Come early or you'll need reservations for the evening.