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    Manchego

    4.4 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MANCHEGO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Good for groups

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    Eugene O.

    If you're a fan of Spanish tapas, but you've never been to this restaurant, you're missing out on an incredible experience. I've been to this restaurant three times now and each time has been better than the next. Each dish is carefully prepared to perfection. There are a number of dishes that I would recommend, but here are my favorites: -The cured meat and cheese plate. You can build your own plate from several options, but I get the manchego cheese, idiazabal cheese, jamon serrano, chorizo soria and lomo embuchado. The jamon is the star here. -Goat cheese and dried fig tostado. It's both sweet and savory. I'm an animal. I eat it in one bite, but my wife says you can enjoy the different ingredients better if you take smaller bites. -Fried patatas. Think country style potatoes except all jazzed up. The key to this dish, which elevates it to the next level, are the sauces. -Mac and Manchego cheese with bacon on top. This is my favorite mac and cheese anywhere. It's so creamy and delicious. -Hangar steak served medium. It's difficult to choose my favorite dish here, but this might be my favorite. What can I say? It's beef, it's tender, and cooked perfectly. Final thoughts: -Reservations are recommended. It does stink that I had to create an account on Resy to book the appointment, but this place is worth it. If you're provided the option of dining inside or outside, I would choose inside. It's cozier inside the restaurant. -There is paid parking in the back of the restaurant. None of that valet crap.

    Spanish octopus
    Patti P.

    We arrived at the doorstep via Waymo . The ambience was dark, but comforting. The tables were set with beautiful silverware and dishes. The restaurant was pretty loud because they were having a large party, but it just added to the busy vibe. I had the Spanish octopus which was quite amazing, super tender, and served artistically. We had some beautiful Scampi and had the Lobster Mac which was in croute and wonderful and followed up with caramel flan, which was excellent.

    Sam G.

    I dream about this place day and night. If there, truthfully, was one restaurant I could eat at for the rest of my life, it would be here at Manchego. My sister and I went with a reservation, which would be great for busier times as the place is a bit small, but it wasn't super busy when we went. The service was fantastic and everyone was incredibly kind. I cannot recall the name of all the tapas we ordered, but everything we ABSOLUTELY enjoyed. Now, I will say I could pass on the Mac and cheese, but everything else was incredible. Genuinely one of the best food places I've ever been to and will definitely be back to!

    Mac n cheese
    Kyara B.

    Sat in their outdoor patio area as they were renovating inside. They had heat lamps on so it wasn't an issue! They decorated the tables with adorable dainty flowers. Their plates were giving grandma core in the cutest way possible. Loved the vibe. Patatas - Soft pillowy potatoes with a crunchy exterior. Yummy sauce on top. Mac and Cheese - THIS ONE. GET THIS ONE! Seriously so darn delicious. Creamy cheesy goodness. So good I wanted to order another to-go. Spinach Croquetas - Crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. Came with a red spicy sauce. Might have been the same as the one on the patatas? Felt a little more mild, probably because there was another white feta sauce on top. Beet Burrata Salad - LOTS of burrata. They did not play around!! A sizable portion too. I know I ordered a beet salad but imo there were too many beets in it. Mushroom Risotto - Cooked perfectly. Very creamy. Sizable portion. A little more of this and it could've acted as an entree elsewhere. Brussel Sprouts - It was more like brussel sprout leaves than the actual mini cabbage. A little strange but the taste was good. A large amount of shaved cheese was sprinkled on top. You can also get the bacon on the side to make it vegetarian. Short Ribs - Falls off the bone. Delicious! Broccolini - Seasoned well. Had crispy (i think) onions on top. A little overboard on those. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. The food was made well and had tons of flavor to it. The mac n cheese was my favorite item. They must've put cr*ck in it because it was so good!! I was fiending for more frfr. Our waitress was super attentive and the food came out timely. Would love to dine inside when they finish renovations - the photos online looked cute. So many vegetarian options and easily modified plates to be vegetarian. Definitely will be back!

    I have nothing but amazing things to say about Manchego. I recently celebrated my 24th birthday there and the staff were nothing but helpful beginning to end. I originally wanted to have a 12 person party which in the end grew to 19 and it was on a Saturday night! The hosts were so accommodating in adding people to the reservation. When we arrived we had the whole back patio and tables were scattered around but they were happy for us to move the tables around so that it suited how I wanted it to be. The food was amazing and the wine and the service was impeccable. Special shout out to Jimmy our amazing waiter who made the night so personal and absolutely fantastic. I would recommend this place to anyone !! Please go!!

    Red Sangria
    Megan G.

    Perfect place for a grad dinner! Making a reservation was super easy via and we were quickly seated as soon as we arrived. The timing and order of the courses was impeccable and my personal favorites were the bacon wrapped dates and the pork belly. I recommend dining inside unless it's warm outside as it's a more intimate setting with candle lit tables. Parking is hard on the street but if you park a block over there is cheap public lots!

    short ribs, crispy polenta
    Alex L.

    This was a nice date night setting spot as the place was relatively intimate. We got lots of recommendations from our server, which was nice because there were so many tapas to choose from. Tried the Mushroom Croquetas (5/5 well executed), Jamón Wrapped Dates (3/5 I think it was a good idea but just lot of goat cheese), Broccolini (3/5 had way too much lemon), Mac and Manchego Cheese (3/5 I think the first bit was good but the dish was a lot), Lamb Meatballs (4/5 a tad salty), Short Ribs (4/5 also a bit salty), and the Flan (5/5 solid). I think overall Manchego had a lot of creativity and unique flavors which was great, but I think they were a little heavy handed with these. It wasn't a very heavy meal, so tummy feel wise I couldn't eat very much of it.

    Menu!
    Tessa R.

    Me and my partner went on our first date here over 12 years ago and we're still coming through strong! It is one of the most romantic restaurants in LA and it's so original because it has a TAPAS menu (meaning the table orders a bunch of small plates and shares them! Spanish Style! The variety is amazing and the quality is the best of best. Because it's not just the same as all those other trendy spots in east LA this gem has so much charm and personality! There's a front room that's nice and dark and romantic with the lights and dark booths and then there's a beautiful patio in the back that is just perfect! Plants on the walls with beautiful decor! Just magical with lights and booths for larger parties! Come for a couple dishes and a drink or stuff yourself silly! Everything is absolutely delicious here!!

    Deviled eggs, mushroom croquetas
    Jenna L.

    A little pricey for what you get, but everything was really good. Small tapas dishes to share, that you get maybe 1-2 bites of each (between 2 people). Top it off with wine, and you've got a fantastic meal here. Great date spot or cozy, quiet, dark-ish spot to chat (we went as 2 gals)! Service was really attentive and professional

    Mimosas
    Rafi O.

    Here's a gem my wife found in Santa Monica, Manchego! We went for brunch this time, and we had a delicious experience. Food is authentic (as I love) and perfectly combined with salad and potatoes. We both had the chorizo, goat cheese and red peppers omelette - I ate the whole thing! Service was at a glance with great recommendations. The place is kind of Spanish antique, with open doors as if they are welcoming you to a great Spanish experience! Highly recommended.

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    Kyle W.

    This is a cozy Spanish tapas spot in Santa Monica. Parking is mostly street parking and there was a good amount on a Saturday evening. Reservations are recommended even though you can find one the day of or at the last minute. We went around 5:30pm which is in time for happy hour, which ends at 6:30pm. We tried the sangria (both white and red wine variants) which are solid for $8. We also got the Gambas (spicy garlic shrimp), Pulpo Gallego (grilled Galician octopus), jamon wrapped dates with Spanish goat cheese, short rib with crispy polenta, braised beef empanadas, flan de yeye, and churros. The spicy garlic shrimp is excellent and should be a staple of what to order here - fresh and flavorful and the sauce is good not just for the shrimp but also for other dishes. The octopus is chewy and grilled nicely. It comes with potatoes, so it's actually a pretty substantial dish. The jamon wrapped dates are sweet and creamy, very rich and filling. Short rib is good, a bit dry for my liking but the sauce kind of makes it fine. The flan de yeye is on the sweeter side and subtly creamy. The churros are good with the cola cao Spanish chocolate sauce. Service here is good as water refills are present and food is delivered in a timely manner. Overall, this is a solid tapas spot, and the price is fair for a higher end restaurant.

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    Is there vegan options?

    Absolutely !

    What is the parking situation?

    Is the regular menu available during weekend brunch?

    Yes. I was just there yesterday, Sunday 07/25, and I was able to order everything from the main menu.

    Happy hour menu?

    Yes- I get happy just thinking about it!

    Is Manchego still doing happy hour during outdoor dining?

    Yes! I there just last week and happy hour is 5-6:30 pm

    What is the corkage fee?

    25 dollar corkage fee

    Do they have paella? The Spanish seafood fried rice

    Only on the weekend and it's only for to go no dining in with paella

    Is Manchego open for dine-in yet?

    Yes, we went yesterday (July 1st) - reservation is recommended due to limited available seats

    Do you take reservations for Saturday evenings?

    Yes, they take reservations every day of the week.

    Hi what is the maximum occupancy?

    If I had to take a guess, 50-75, but you can always call the place and double check :)

    Hello! Are very well behaved dogs allowed on the patio?

    Hi Tania, I was there a few days ago and don’t recall there being a patio. The place is rather small so there may not be room inside.… Read more

    Recommended for a late evening drink?

    No, I don’t think so. They only serve beer and wine, and close at 10pm (11pm Fri/Sat). Plus, it’s a restaurant and doesn’t have a bar/lounge area. So if you only want a drink, it’s not the best place.

    Do you need to reserve a table to be seated, and is it kid friendly?

    This is a fairly small restaurant. It was totally full the entire time we were there. I would recommend making a reservation.

    Is this a byob restaurant?

    Nope

    Do they have gluten-free paella?

    Well, paella is made with rice, which is gluten free, but I guess you should check with them to be safe.

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    A little slice of Spain in Santa Monica. The interior of the restaurant feels like you stepped into…read morea Spanish Wes Anderson movie. Cozy, eclectic, and refined. The menu reflects a similar vibe with an extensive wine/cocktail program and tapas to share. I have been lucky enough to visit twice in the past couple months for both lunch and dinner. A few highlights: Lunch - Moruno sandwich: The chicken sandwich was so juicy and flavorful. The Cristal bread, aioli, and small side of potato salad were perfect Dinner - Croquetas de jamon: These were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. They were bite-sized so they were packed with flavor but not too heavy - Gambas al ajillo: It wouldn't be tapas without a hot dish of shrimp. Classic staple and they do it justice, though I wish there were a few more on the plate - Tortilla Espanola: The flaky salt on top was a lovely touch and the ideal size for sharing - Romano Beans: I expected a bowl of stewed beans but there were a pleasant surprise. Grilled to perfection and the char really highlighted the bean's natural flavor I was genuinely impressed with how good lunch was and would love to come back with a book on a sunny, laid-back afternoon. At night, the space transforms into something cooler with great music and vibrant ambience. Highly recommended for catching up with friends, a solo lunch, grabbing a glass at the bar, or date night. The service was solid and was surprised when the owner/head chef personally brought a dish to our table.

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