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New spot alert! I went in thinking I would be limited to only the sides with a lot of alterations, but to my surprise, the menu was newer than what's online! They told me they are actively looking to add more vegetable dishes to the menu so I got the eggplant dish and it was so fabulous. A real high dining experience. The flavors and texture of the dish was basically a flavor explosion in my mouth. If you do or dont like eggplant, you still must try this.
Lumbre was such a fun experience! The new plaza and surrounding area in NoHo were great to explore and it's becoming such a cool, walkable area. We sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen, which was such a fun way to watch the chefs work. The ambiance overall was really nice. We shared the pan con tomate (a staple!), short rib cannelloni, croquettes (YUM), and patatas bravas. The tuna crispy rice was definitely the standout for me, though everything was delicious. We had such a good time and would absolutely go back!
Love the new addition to S Tampa! Lumber is a wood fired inspired tapas menu and everything was divine! They even had high chairs for the kiddos which I appreciated. Their cocktail list was extensive and fun - build uh our own G&T was a nice touch! The tapas was fabulous! Our favorites: tortilla de patatas, tartare, pulpo. Would skip the basque cheesecake wasn't my fav.
We had a great experience dining at Lumbre for the first time. The space is absolutely gorgeous with a huge bar and an open kitchen with a chef's counter to watch the masters at work. The menu is traditional yet creative and interesting, and our service was excellent with the entire staff looking after us. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly, pillowy potato center with crispy outside, tender octopus, sizzling shrimp, that insanely good chocolate sauce. The salad was one of the best we've had, packed with flavor and texture with just the right amount of dressing. We both thought a lot of the food was mild. The patatas bravas was prepared so well, but there was no spice and the shrimp was beautifully presented but we wished for more garlic or spice. Dessert was fantastic and flavorful. So glad this restaurant is here and can't wait to try more dishes.
Every other Spanish restaurant in Tampa can just go ahead and close. This is one of the best dining experiences I've had in the entire state of Florida from start to finish, and might I add, even better than food I've had in Spain. The attention to detail was the first thing that really stood out to me and says so much about a place. We sat and the chef's counter and it was like watching art. The playlist was great, chic interior (I especially loved the bathroom), the drinks were delicious, and our server Jorge was amazing. Loved his charismatic energy and all his recommendations were on point. We tried the matrimonio, croquetas, pulpo, and tartar to start and woah. The matrimonio was unlike anything I've ever tried. A full explosion of flavor at first bite. The wood fired pulpo is right up there with some of the best I've ever had. Really enjoyed the tartar and the croquetas were so creamy and dreamy on the inside. The star of the show was obviously the dry aged chuletón -- 26oz ribeye which we ordered with the patata bravas per Jorge's rec. I kid you not, this was better than any steak I've had in this city and yes, I've tried all of the big name steakhouses. The steak was incredibly flavorful, grilled to perfection with the perfect crust, yet melt in your mouth tender. The potatoes were crispy, perfect amount of sauce, and the perfect compliment to the ribeye and piquillos. We ended the night with dessert and we had to go with the torrijas which is like the fanciest French toast you'll ever have. Fun fact, it's an Easter dish in Spain and it's hard to find outside of that time of year so I was ecstatic to see it live on this menu! Of course, it did not disappoint. I will surely be dreaming about this experience until my next visit. Cannot recommend enough!
**GOAT ALERT** $8 Pan Con Tomate I came here on Friday night at 9pm and it there wasn't an empty seat in the restaurant or at the bar. I had no idea how popular this place already is. Downside, it is so loud in here. Think of like riding a roller coaster loud. I was a little confused too because when you walk in there is a massive bar to the right, but apparently that is reservations only even though it is at the bar. The bar that you're allowed to walk in and sit at is to the left. It's a lot smaller with far fewer seats. I had to stand around for like 15 minutes until someone got up. And as soon as they did it was a mad rush to get a seat. I started my night with a $16 Mezcal Berica. It was just ok. Pretty small and not a very strong smoky mezcal taste. The garnish it is served with is ham which I've never seen before. First food item of the night was the $8 Pan Con Tomate. Or if you're in Phillly, known as a tomato pie. OMG, I have been looking for this ever since I was in Philly a few months ago. Finally a place in Tampa that can make this. When I come back, I might seriously just order 5 of these and eat them all until I'm full. By far and away the best item of the night. Then, I tried the $13 pigs in a blanket. They were terrible, do not order. After that, I tried the $10 Patatas Bravas and they are a borderline GOAT item. Another place in LA does this better, but these were super good. Definitely recommend trying these. I tried a $15 Fino y Fresco and it wasn't good at all. Do not order. Lastly, I tried a a $15 Lumbre Old Fashioned and it was made as it is supposed to be. This is the only drink of the 3 that is acceptable. For dessert, I had the $10 churros. These weren't any good either. Small, hard, and the chocolate dipping sauce wasn't great. Seriously, come here and only order: $8 Pan Con Tomate 3x $10 Patatas Bravas 2x Get cocktails from somewhere else.
Such a beautiful new place, the atmosphere is great, with good music and beautiful decoration. I went for drinks and apps and they were good, I do think it's a little bit pricey. The only bad thing was that we went there a week earlier to make a reservation for a party of 14. The hostess came to our table to confirm the reservation. We showed up on the day of the reservation, and to our surprise, we weren't in their system. Fortunately, we were able to squeeze in a couple of high-tops and enjoy the rest of the night.
So excited to check out this new place on Rome. Love the space- so open, inviting and huge 2 bars. Got 2 bar seats on a Wednesday night, busier than I'd thought it be! However first impression was our bartender giving us the WEAKEST pour of wine I've ever seen. Was about half a glass so that made me bummed out. We made sure to ask the OTHER bartender for a refill and thankfully he knew the correct pour for a glass of wine. For food, pan de tomate was refreshing and delicious with beautiful bread. Tuna tartare was delicious - I wish there were more than 2 pieces! Beef cannelloni was phenomenal. The mushrooms on top were a beautiful addition. Lastly, the salad with caper berries and cheese was the perfect crispy greens we needed with the heavier cannelloni. Overall, fantastic tapas place! Hopefully will be back soon to taste the paella :)
I had such a great experience at Lumbre! We ordered a TON of food so we could try a little bit of everything, which is definitely the way to do it here. The whole menu is made for sharing and we honestly didn't have a bad dish. We tried the octopus, croquettes, short rib, tuna crispy rice, bikini, and so much more. The octopus was cooked perfectly, the croquettes were SO good, and the short rib was probably one of my favorites. The tuna crispy rice was another favorite and I would 100% order it again. Even with everything we ordered, we still managed to save room for the churros and cheesecake and I'm glad we did because both were amazing. I also loved the atmosphere. It feels upscale and fun without being too formal, and it's a great place to go with a group because you can order a bunch of different things for the table and try everything. The service was great too, especially considering how many dishes we ordered. Such a fun addition to Tampa and definitely somewhere I'd recommend for a date night, dinner with friends, or if you just want to order half the menu like we did We'll definitely be back!
We dined in on opening night. The restaurant is very nice. Its very large and open with lots of seating and windows. The renovated building is nice. They have a large bar that overlooks the kitchen as well which is a nice touch. The menu is small, but its got everything you would . We ordered the Gambas Al Ajillo Tortilla (this is like an egg with potatoes) Paella and a Iberico pork entree. Cocktail: La Huerta.
Love a menu format that lets you try a little bit of everything! Perfect for sharing, sampling, and ordering a few different dishes for the table. Seems like everything on the menu is worth trying but the patatas bravas and cannelloni were my favorites
Visited Lumbre for the first time last week and was really impressed with the restaurant, food and staff! We had a reservation but still had to wait quite some time but I will say it was worth the wait. I had an expresso martini and it was made perfectly! We also ordered a few tapas and they were all delicious. You have to get the pan con tomate, this is one of the top dishes we tried. I also really enjoyed the pigs in a blanket too, I loved that they weren't traditional and the sausage inside was more like chorizo. I can't wait to go back to lumbre to try more things! The paellas look amazing so that's definitely next on my list! Restaurant is gorgeous inside with an open concept kitchen which was nice to see because not a lot of places have this. I highly recommend a reservation!
We visited Lumbre on opening night, and wow... it's a whole vibe. The space is beautiful, but what really stood out was the open kitchen and chef's counter. Watching the team work added so much to the experience and made the meal feel incredibly interactive. Chef Nick was fantastic and is clearly the heartbeat of the restaurant. His passion comes through in every detail. GM Lauren was incredibly friendly and made it a point to stop by and greet every table, which really set the tone for the evening and made everyone feel welcome. Katerina, the sommelier, was gracious in taking the time to walk us through the Spanish wine list and answer all of our questions. Everything we tried was excellent, and we're already looking forward to coming back to explore more of the menu and cocktail program. An unexpected highlight was Gabriel delivering our espresso cocktails. He has the best energy, and his enthusiasm was contagious. We will absolutely request his service when we return! Pro tip: End your meal with the carajillo and/or the classic espresso martini made with Tequila Ocho Reposado. Both were outstanding and the perfect finish to the evening. One bonus: parking was surprisingly easy. There's a public lot directly across the street. We can't wait to come back!
1 day ago
Went to lumbre for a birthday dinner recently, it was a group of 9. They wouldn't seat us until everyone was there, which was slightly annoying because we would have started ordering and getting drinks while we waited for the two people who were running a little late. The place is so chic and was the place to be on the Friday we went as we ended up running into a few people we knew. It is tapas style and the server relayed they don't do Individual meals, which ended up being fine- but I think that's something they should advertise ahead of time because with a big group not everyone wants to share or split everything? Just an add policy to adhere too. And they relayed you had to order everything at once and made it seem like you couldn't order any more food after?? Idk just odd vibes. However, the majority of the food we ordered was quite delicious. Tried a few dishes a bit out of my comfort zone that ended up being delicious. Overall enjoyed the dinner, but just felt like for a new spot they had a lot of rules that made the overall experience a bit stressful for us. read more
Loved the tapas at Lumbre! The atmosphere is so vibey, the service was great, and they have a great wine selection. The paella looks huge when it comes out, but there's only a very thin layer of rice. At $70, it didn't feel worth it to me, and the flavor was okay, so I'd skip the paella and stick with the tapas. What I ordered: - Charcuterie and cheese - Croquetas de jamón - Tartare: yellowfin tuna, crispy rice - Pigs in a blanket: chistorra, manchego espuma - Paella: cornish hen, artichoke, alioli - Basque cheesecake: poached pear, goat cheese - Churros: chocolate, dulce de leche read more
New spot alert! I went in thinking I would be limited to only the sides with a lot of alterations, but to my surprise, the menu was newer than what's online! They told me they are actively looking to add more vegetable dishes to the menu so I got the eggplant dish and it was so fabulous. A real high dining experience. The flavors and texture of the dish was basically a flavor explosion in my mouth. If you do or dont like eggplant, you still must try this. read more
Lumbre was such a fun experience! The new plaza and surrounding area in NoHo were great to explore and it's becoming such a cool, walkable area. We sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen, which was such a fun way to watch the chefs work. The ambiance overall was really nice. We shared the pan con tomate (a staple!), short rib cannelloni, croquettes (YUM), and patatas bravas. The tuna crispy rice was definitely the standout for me, though everything was delicious. We had such a good time and would absolutely go back! read more
Love the new addition to S Tampa! Lumber is a wood fired inspired tapas menu and everything was divine! They even had high chairs for the kiddos which I appreciated. Their cocktail list was extensive and fun - build uh our own G&T was a nice touch! The tapas was fabulous! Our favorites: tortilla de patatas, tartare, pulpo. Would skip the basque cheesecake wasn't my fav. read more
We had a great experience dining at Lumbre for the first time. The space is absolutely gorgeous with a huge bar and an open kitchen with a chef's counter to watch the masters at work. The menu is traditional yet creative and interesting, and our service was excellent with the entire staff looking after us. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly, pillowy potato center with crispy outside, tender octopus, sizzling shrimp, that insanely good chocolate sauce. The salad was one of the best we've had, packed with flavor and texture with just the right amount of dressing. We both thought a lot of the food was mild. The patatas bravas was prepared so well, but there was no spice and the shrimp was beautifully presented but we wished for more garlic or spice. Dessert was fantastic and flavorful. So glad this restaurant is here and can't wait to try more dishes. read more
Every other Spanish restaurant in Tampa can just go ahead and close. This is one of the best dining experiences I've had in the entire state of Florida from start to finish, and might I add, even better than food I've had in Spain. The attention to detail was the first thing that really stood out to me and says so much about a place. We sat and the chef's counter and it was like watching art. The playlist was great, chic interior (I especially loved the bathroom), the drinks were delicious, and our server Jorge was amazing. Loved his charismatic energy and all his recommendations were on point. We tried the matrimonio, croquetas, pulpo, and tartar to start and woah. The matrimonio was unlike anything I've ever tried. A full explosion of flavor at first bite. The wood fired pulpo is right up there with some of the best I've ever had. Really enjoyed the tartar and the croquetas were so creamy and dreamy on the inside. The star of the show was obviously the dry aged chuletón -- 26oz ribeye which we ordered with the patata bravas per Jorge's rec. I kid you not, this was better than any steak I've had in this city and yes, I've tried all of the big name steakhouses. The steak was incredibly flavorful, grilled to perfection with the perfect crust, yet melt in your mouth tender. The potatoes were crispy, perfect amount of sauce, and the perfect compliment to the ribeye and piquillos. We ended the night with dessert and we had to go with the torrijas which is like the fanciest French toast you'll ever have. Fun fact, it's an Easter dish in Spain and it's hard to find outside of that time of year so I was ecstatic to see it live on this menu! Of course, it did not disappoint. I will surely be dreaming about this experience until my next visit. Cannot recommend enough! read more
**GOAT ALERT** $8 Pan Con Tomate I came here on Friday night at 9pm and it there wasn't an empty seat in the restaurant or at the bar. I had no idea how popular this place already is. Downside, it is so loud in here. Think of like riding a roller coaster loud. I was a little confused too because when you walk in there is a massive bar to the right, but apparently that is reservations only even though it is at the bar. The bar that you're allowed to walk in and sit at is to the left. It's a lot smaller with far fewer seats. I had to stand around for like 15 minutes until someone got up. And as soon as they did it was a mad rush to get a seat. I started my night with a $16 Mezcal Berica. It was just ok. Pretty small and not a very strong smoky mezcal taste. The garnish it is served with is ham which I've never seen before. First food item of the night was the $8 Pan Con Tomate. Or if you're in Phillly, known as a tomato pie. OMG, I have been looking for this ever since I was in Philly a few months ago. Finally a place in Tampa that can make this. When I come back, I might seriously just order 5 of these and eat them all until I'm full. By far and away the best item of the night. Then, I tried the $13 pigs in a blanket. They were terrible, do not order. After that, I tried the $10 Patatas Bravas and they are a borderline GOAT item. Another place in LA does this better, but these were super good. Definitely recommend trying these. I tried a $15 Fino y Fresco and it wasn't good at all. Do not order. Lastly, I tried a a $15 Lumbre Old Fashioned and it was made as it is supposed to be. This is the only drink of the 3 that is acceptable. For dessert, I had the $10 churros. These weren't any good either. Small, hard, and the chocolate dipping sauce wasn't great. Seriously, come here and only order: $8 Pan Con Tomate 3x $10 Patatas Bravas 2x Get cocktails from somewhere else. read more
2 months ago
Such a beautiful new place, the atmosphere is great, with good music and beautiful decoration. I went for drinks and apps and they were good, I do think it's a little bit pricey. The only bad thing was that we went there a week earlier to make a reservation for a party of 14. The hostess came to our table to confirm the reservation. We showed up on the day of the reservation, and to our surprise, we weren't in their system. Fortunately, we were able to squeeze in a couple of high-tops and enjoy the rest of the night. read more
So excited to check out this new place on Rome. Love the space- so open, inviting and huge 2 bars. Got 2 bar seats on a Wednesday night, busier than I'd thought it be! However first impression was our bartender giving us the WEAKEST pour of wine I've ever seen. Was about half a glass so that made me bummed out. We made sure to ask the OTHER bartender for a refill and thankfully he knew the correct pour for a glass of wine. For food, pan de tomate was refreshing and delicious with beautiful bread. Tuna tartare was delicious - I wish there were more than 2 pieces! Beef cannelloni was phenomenal. The mushrooms on top were a beautiful addition. Lastly, the salad with caper berries and cheese was the perfect crispy greens we needed with the heavier cannelloni. Overall, fantastic tapas place! Hopefully will be back soon to taste the paella :) read more
I had such a great experience at Lumbre! We ordered a TON of food so we could try a little bit of everything, which is definitely the way to do it here. The whole menu is made for sharing and we honestly didn't have a bad dish. We tried the octopus, croquettes, short rib, tuna crispy rice, bikini, and so much more. The octopus was cooked perfectly, the croquettes were SO good, and the short rib was probably one of my favorites. The tuna crispy rice was another favorite and I would 100% order it again. Even with everything we ordered, we still managed to save room for the churros and cheesecake and I'm glad we did because both were amazing. I also loved the atmosphere. It feels upscale and fun without being too formal, and it's a great place to go with a group because you can order a bunch of different things for the table and try everything. The service was great too, especially considering how many dishes we ordered. Such a fun addition to Tampa and definitely somewhere I'd recommend for a date night, dinner with friends, or if you just want to order half the menu like we did We'll definitely be back! read more
3 months ago
We dined in on opening night. The restaurant is very nice. Its very large and open with lots of seating and windows. The renovated building is nice. They have a large bar that overlooks the kitchen as well which is a nice touch. The menu is small, but its got everything you would . We ordered the Gambas Al Ajillo Tortilla (this is like an egg with potatoes) Paella and a Iberico pork entree. Cocktail: La Huerta. read more
Love a menu format that lets you try a little bit of everything! Perfect for sharing, sampling, and ordering a few different dishes for the table. Seems like everything on the menu is worth trying but the patatas bravas and cannelloni were my favorites read more
Visited Lumbre for the first time last week and was really impressed with the restaurant, food and staff! We had a reservation but still had to wait quite some time but I will say it was worth the wait. I had an expresso martini and it was made perfectly! We also ordered a few tapas and they were all delicious. You have to get the pan con tomate, this is one of the top dishes we tried. I also really enjoyed the pigs in a blanket too, I loved that they weren't traditional and the sausage inside was more like chorizo. I can't wait to go back to lumbre to try more things! The paellas look amazing so that's definitely next on my list! Restaurant is gorgeous inside with an open concept kitchen which was nice to see because not a lot of places have this. I highly recommend a reservation! read more
We visited Lumbre on opening night, and wow... it's a whole vibe. The space is beautiful, but what really stood out was the open kitchen and chef's counter. Watching the team work added so much to the experience and made the meal feel incredibly interactive. Chef Nick was fantastic and is clearly the heartbeat of the restaurant. His passion comes through in every detail. GM Lauren was incredibly friendly and made it a point to stop by and greet every table, which really set the tone for the evening and made everyone feel welcome. Katerina, the sommelier, was gracious in taking the time to walk us through the Spanish wine list and answer all of our questions. Everything we tried was excellent, and we're already looking forward to coming back to explore more of the menu and cocktail program. An unexpected highlight was Gabriel delivering our espresso cocktails. He has the best energy, and his enthusiasm was contagious. We will absolutely request his service when we return! Pro tip: End your meal with the carajillo and/or the classic espresso martini made with Tequila Ocho Reposado. Both were outstanding and the perfect finish to the evening. One bonus: parking was surprisingly easy. There's a public lot directly across the street. We can't wait to come back! read more
I was super excited when I managed to snag an opening night reservation for Lumbre. This group has always impressed me, so I was really looking forward to trying this space out! The space is GORGEOUS, and the staff were all amazing. Our waiter, George, was phenomenal with recommendations for everything that we asked about and truly did not miss. We ordered several shareables and starters, and they were all incredible. Between myself and my friend, we probably got half of the menu. The salad, the mushrooms, the PATATAS BRAVAS! All of the food that we got to enjoy was amazing. The pan con tomate? OUTTA THIS WORLD. The wine list is killer. We tried four different wines in total, and we were impressed with each one. George introduced us to a new one (Tempranillo blanco - who knew?), and we loved it. We'll definitely be back to order the cocktails, since we stuck to wine this time around. Overall, I absolutely recommend checking Lumbre out. read more
2 months ago
My husband and I ate here last night at the bar. Our bartender Kyle was super attentive & helpful in helping us pick out some small bites to eat. All the food was really good. We enjoyed the wine, pigs in a blanket, charcuterie, tuna tartar, and croquettes. We'll be back again to try out the entrées. read more
Food, ambiance and service was amazing! I can't recommend this place highly enough. We had a special lamb dish that was only available for the day and it was phenomenal. We will definitely put this restaurant in our normal rotation! read more
Great food, professional service and pretty location. Another winning restaurant by the team operating Rocca, Bar Terroir and other great restaurants Well designed location so you can sit in large bar, cozy bar or tables. Can't wait to go back. read more
Only open a couple of months and already booked solid -- even on a Tuesday, the earliest OpenTable slot was 9pm. Worth the late seating. This Spanish tapas spot sits right across the parking lot from Willa's and somehow I'd never heard of it, which is a shame because it's better than Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar downtown in every category: food, atmosphere, service. The one-page menu splits into small bites (bocados), starters (entrantes), and large-format plates meant for 2-4 people. We skipped the cheese/charcuterie section and the large format, and built a meal from six tapas instead: marinated olives (citrus-marinated, surprisingly good), patatas bravas (genuinely excellent -- better than the disappointing version at Spain Restaurant downtown), pulpo (properly tenderized octopus, though the mashed potato purée underneath didn't need to be there), matrimonio (fresh anchovies on bruschetta -- nothing like canned anchovies, truly fantastic), croquetas de jamón (my favorite of the night -- thin crust, melts in your mouth, perfectly balanced ham/cheese/béchamel), and cannelloni stuffed with braised short rib and veal demi-glace. We also added the mushrooms with sherry, pancetta, and a raw egg yolk on top -- beautiful presentation, though the mushrooms didn't really need it. For dessert, both the Basque cheesecake and the torrijas (a light bread-pudding-style dish with whipped yogurt and plum) were excellent and hard to choose between. Service was outstanding all night -- seated within 60 seconds, attentive water refills, fresh flatware between courses. We sat at the counter facing the open kitchen, which made for great entertainment watching the cooks work. One of the founders reportedly cooked and managed at Rocca before spending time in Spain. Wouldn't be surprised if this place earns a Michelin star within a year. Highly recommend -- book ahead. read more
2 months ago
Such a beautiful restaurant!! We were pleased to get a reservation shortly after they opened. Our server Kiwi took great care of us, and the food was spot on!! read more
Great experience from the team behind Rocca. Went for a semi soft opening week and we were blown away by the ambience. Surrounded by the open kitchen and seeing all the amazing food going out! Not an unhappy face in the place. We were so full after our small plates but still had to sample the traditional paella and what a bomb of flavors. Another one to add to the list of amazing Tampa bay restaurant experiences. read more
George (Jorge) is an amazing host, make sure to come see him. Everything was amazing! My favorite was the super crunchy patas bravas. The group didn't really eat up the croquetas for some unknown reason- I couldn't try due to allergies. The paella was killer- the hens have everyone's mouth salivating. Literally the best thing on the menu: patatas and paella; the charcuterie was awesome too!!! Come hungry. It's a total vibe. read more
Beautiful new addition to Rome Ave. The bartenders are very attentive and gave great menu suggestions. I tried the Machete drink with watermelon, chile and tequila. This was a unique blend with so much flavor. In addition I had the tuna tartare with yellow fin tuna. Amazing! The space is warm and well thought out with a gorgeous seating are at the dimly lit bar. I truly had a great experience at Lumbre. I can't wait to come back for the charcuterie and gambas! read more
Tampa has opened up another gem!! Came here for opening night with my friends and had a phenomenal time. The restaurant itself is located on a corner, and there was a decent amount of parking available. Entering the bulking, I was amazed. Beautiful lighting and very spacious. It didn't feel like some of these new places where they try to cram hundreds of tables into a 700sqft space. Our waitresses was alado amazing. Very prompt, friendly, and providing great recommendations. For the table, we ordered the Tartare, the Pulpo, Patatas Bravas, Gambas al Ajillo and the Bikini. Literally every single dish was 10/10. I completely blown away especially for it being opening night..that's usually when a lot of kinks are worked through. No kinks here! The night went on flawlessly. We are already planning for our next outing here to try the dessert! read more
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Ariana our server was amazing, food was great. Excellent service and quality. Kitchen was very accommodating to gluten allergy. Highly recommend trying this place out read more
A great addition to the Tampa food scene. The Rocca restaurant group did a great job executing this Spanish concept with a well thought out menu of tapas style dishes perfect for sharing. The croquettes were perfectly fried with a very flavorful and bursting center paired with a jam on the underside for a savory and sweet bite with textural contrast. Jamón Serrano was good quality paired with a crunchy mix of pepitas, marcona, and seasoned potato sticks that was unique and delicious. The tuna tartare had a contrast of flavors very well elevated in profile on a bed of crispy rice. One of my favorite dishes was the yellowfin crudo which was very fresh and balanced well with elements of creaminess, salinity, crunch, and acidity. An incredibly well thought out dish with beautiful presentation and color contrast. I got two of the Mezcal Ibérica which as someone who typically does not enjoy Mezcal this is a fat washed cocktail that is very well balanced and mild being very approachable and even enjoyable for not the avid Mezcal drinker. The last dish that we enjoyed was the Pluma which had a nice crust and was very flavorful. The blistered shishitos were good but felt a bit overdone with almost too much going on with everything on top of them with romesco, cheese, and sesame seeds. The peppers alone paired well with the pork but the topping felt a bit unnecessary even for textural contrast. Definitely would highly recommend and will be back even if just for a drink and bar bite. The bar service was very attentive and helpful in recommendations. The only thing that I would say is that there were a few inconsistencies in wiping down bar counters when our drinks had left condensation in spots since they didn't give us coasters like the guests next to us and that at times depending on dishes and how we coursed our meals plates and silverware should have been swapped for fresh to prevent excessive flavor clashing. But overall, they were very attentive without being invasive which is always a fine line with bar service which was appreciated for me and my friends. The interior is industrial and refined with thoughtful design to make it feel different than any other restaurant in Tampa. This is a unique Spanish concept that isn't traditional or basic unlike some of its other competitors in the area. read more
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Meal and service were great. Little loud, but it seems that all the new restaurants in Tampa that are following the basic industrial interior design leaves the space very open which I feel amplifies the noise. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the kitchen. Will definitely be back read more
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