I always love going to Movida because of the ambiance and how unique some of the items are. Their paella is delicious and true to how much it feeds as well. I would definitely recommend trying some of the apps as the cheeses they have are good. Service is fast and drinks are good as well. They have this cool drink that you get to drink from this unique container (forgot the name). One sad thing is that they don't have Jamon Croquettes anymore which was one of my favorite. Please bring them back! Definitely recommend this place. Outdoor decor is really pretty as well. read more

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We had heard so many great things about Movida and finally decided to check it out -- it absolutely lived up to the hype. The restaurant is spacious, with a lively bar area and two dining rooms. We were seated in the back room, which I loved. The open kitchen on display and the warm, mood lighting created such a romantic, upscale atmosphere. The food was phenomenal. Our favorite was the paella, along with the variety of tapas we ordered. The paella was reasonably priced and generously portioned -- we even had delicious leftovers to enjoy the next day! The service was just as impressive. Our servers were attentive and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the menu since it was our first visit. We can't wait to come back and bring friends with us next time! read more

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We had pink brunch and it was good food and great vibes! We got the bottomless drinks and the service was a little slow, but it was a fun experience overall- great for a friend brunch or celebration! They can accommodate big groups and take reservations! read more

Movida - Croquetas - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This has to be the best happy hour in town! Incredible menu and service. Everything came out piping hot and flavorful. My favorite were the garden paella and the Barbacoa tacos. They do not skimp on anything! The team works together to deliver promptly. It's got a really cool vibe and so many options from a rooftop patio, to outdoor patio to a dining room bar and private room. Definitely worth checking out! And the sangria are damn delicious. read more

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Great service and a wonderful place for a happy hour or dinner. We wanted to order more but ended up getting too full and had to stop. So good and we will be back again soon. read more

Movida - Variety of tapas - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Went for brunch on a Sunday, waiter was kind and let us move outside. Loved the all pink! Drink order was wrong but quickly fixed, but our main meals came out about 15-20 minutes apart and was under seasoned and lukewarm. Check was handed to us before dessert were served and we had to ask for and wait and additional 15-20 minutes after paying the check for our dessert that was already paid for. Had multiple staff around chatting with one another and attending to the restaurant- seemed like other tables were having similar wait times. Ended up being an irritating outing. read more

Went for a quick dinner on a Wednesday after an event, not feeling super hungry but wanted to eat. We only had three items but were full and didn't even finish everything we got. We got the garlic shrimp (not pictured), crab tosta and Hotel Madrid Paella. The garlic shrimp was delicious and the sauce that it came in was so so good. The crab tosta was good too, very crispy. The hotel Madrid was okay, I liked that it did have a lot of pieces of squid and shrimp. Service was quick and our server was very nice. Ambiance was nice and quiet. read more

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Went to Movida with two other people and we all had a great time! Food came out super quick and everything was delicious and never lacked flavor. Definitely recommend the empanadas. They were made with a puff pastry exterior which was unique and tasted great. We also loved the churros, although the chocolate sauce was just Hershey's syrup and did not taste good with it. But the churros didn't even need a dipping sauce! The grilled zucchini was a last minute add and so glad we did! It was charred so it became crunchy which paired well with the red sauce and goat cheese topping. The crab toast was interesting. Not my favorite but was fun to try still. Sliders were good but had a strange lemony flavor. Our total was roughly $100 and all 3 of us left full. Therefore I would not recommend the unlimited tapas unless you are all starving. It would have been over $150 and our sliders and churros wouldn't have even been included Overall I'm a sucker for a tapas place because I love trying a bunch of different things! read more

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You cannot be a happy hour like this. It was a great way to come in and try a bunch of different dishes as well as their standard menu without breaking the bank. Tried the hot honey tosta (fav), drunken goat, cauliflower tosta, champinones al ajillo (fav) and the chefs paella. overall, the food was great. Our server was very attentive and we sat in the bar area, which was perfect for an early dinner. Definitely give this place a try, especially with those prices for happy hour. read more

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Amazing restaurant with delicious little Tapas plates. We went here for happy hour as a bonus, where everything is a dollar, three dollars and five dollars.! everything we tried was absolutely scrumptious! Our bartender went above and beyond as well, and the ambience is beautiful! read more

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This spot is such a vibe. Recently went for the first time in a bit and ordered a handful of tapas and drinks with some girlfriends. Literally THE spot for this kind of night! We loved everything we ate and drank. First off, the piquillo pepper marg is so refreshing, not too sweet, and has the right amount of tequila & lime. Had to have two of them :) Espresso martinis and rose were among the other drinks enjoyed by my friends. For tapas we had the barbacoa tacos, mushroom tostas, patatas bravas, drunken goat plate, and mushroom croquetas. Oh and the garlic shrimp! Truly so much flavor in each dish. If I had to pick a fave it might be the bravas (crispy potato dish) because the sauce was damn good with the perf kick to it. Service was very friendly and attentive. Atmosphere and ambiance on point. Thanks for another lovely night out, Movida! read more

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This is an underrated experience in Milwaukee! The fact that these tapas during happy hour are full plates make this a very full and hearty meal. Highly recommend giving this a shot for a catch up or date night. Runs 4-6pm and order a max of 10 tapas each! I will say the empanadillas were phenomenal- so flaky and cooked through. The patatas bravas are a bigger $5 plate and worth the bites but can be extremely food comatic and heavy. Would probably not get my second time around even though I'm a potato fanatic. Also don't start with this plate! Go for the $1 plates- all of them!! The breads and spreads, and paella were amazing. read more

First off bartender is amazing. Solo at the bar. Excellent service. Happy hour is stupid cheap but drinks will cost you. Great trade off. I highly recommend bar time and happy hour. read more

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Ambiance was nice, dark and moody, service was good and fast. We went there for Christmas Eve dinner. It is all you can eat. Plates were quite big portion for Tapas. To be honest, I wish they were smaller portion so we can try more. Paella was extra. Wish some simple desserts could be included in the meal. Two seats table was quite small, hardly can fit our dishes. Food was delicious. Service fee was a bit pricey 22% on top of that when you sign there is also an area asked for tip which I add more of course. So total cost of the meal cost a lot more than anticipated. read more

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Best happy hour in all of MKE! Incredible small plates and food for a happy hour. Delicious sangria flights. The brunch options are also great portions for the price and high quality with lots of options. The pink art deco decor is so fun and great for cute photo opportunities! The service is average to above average every time I go as I feel that they are often pretty quick to get food and drinks served! read more

Such a great place! My friend and I dined for a belated birthday. We had an early reservation and the bar area was already filled for happy hour. We were seated in the dining space near the kitchen. There is another dining room near the entrance, but I liked the main dining space better - more homey and warm. We asked our waitress for recommendations and she steered us well! We tried the tomato bread, potatoes, meatballs, coquettes, and garlic shrimp. We also shared a bottle of wine. The food was well-paced, service was kind and helpful without being overbearing. Only negative was they did acknowledge or ask if we were celebrating anything. Would return to try other items and have a cozy/classy night out! read more

Movida - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Who doesn't love Movida! Yes it only gets better with their happy hour. We truly have loved attending Movida as we have dones so a few times now and even chose it as the spot after we got engaged. Movida is a tapas style restaurant who also does a great Paella. I will say make a reservation ahead if going on a weekend or enjoy their happy hour from 4-6 daily including weekends. It's the best deal ever as you get $1,$3, and $5 tapas options including our favorite patatas bravas. The food here is truly remarkable and the service is always great even when busy. Their GM even hops in to help the team out and add to the experience. Also with their new addition the ambiance has elevated even further which I didn't know could be possible. They create a great night out with friends or romantic date with a loved one. Also must try the Paella, Hot Honey Tosta $1 during happy hour and Patatas Bravas $5 during happy hour! read more

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I met a couple of friends here based off another friend's recommendation. Anticipating a busy Friday, I booked a 5pm reservation easily and was able to be seated right away as the dining room was on the quiet side until closer to 6-7pm. I got the Piquillo Pepper Margarita as my first drink. The flavors were good and balanced. It's on me for not knowing that piquillos are a milder, sweeter pepper rather than spicy (I adore a spicy marg) but I do think those flavors came through. My friend enjoyed the red sangria and I tried the white for my second drink. Sweet and fruity, I could definitely see myself sipping on those when their patio is open and the sun is shining! We ordered the pan con tomate, manchego board, and mushroom tosta. The bread for the pan and tosta was good and lightly toasted as advertised, but I wish it had a bit more crunch to hold up those toppings. The chili orange jam that came with the manchego was delicious and a great pairing with the cheese. My biggest mistake was not realizing that the happy hour only takes place at the bar, considering that the three tapas and most of the drinks we ordered fall on the happy hour menu. I reserved through OpenTable and swear I only saw the standard and high top table options, but that's ultimately on me for not being a more thorough first timer. I do wish the happy hour menu extended to the main dining room but can understand limiting it to the bar in such a large space. Overall, I can see why my friend recommended this place and noted it as her favorite of the options she gave me. I'll definitely have to come back to experience the happy hour and the patio! Parking is also not bad. There are spots immediately out front which were unsurprisingly full when I got there but street parking nearby was not difficult to obtain (just have to be mindful of the two hour limit from 7am-7pm when applicable). read more

Movida - Piquillo Pepper Margarita - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a story about an experience that started off great and slowly got worse, up until the very end. This was our first time here. We had a 6:00 reservation on Saturday and got right in. They gave us a table on the second floor. It's a wide-open space that has a bit of an industrial feel to it. Plenty of light from the large windows. Interesting ceiling light fixtures--an assemblage of antlers with small lights. We met our server right away, got waters, and settled in. Very personable and explained the menu. Ordered the flight of sangria and a Movida Old Fashioned, along with Empanadillas for an appetizer. A small vegetarian empanada made with flaky dough. Super tasty with the included garlic lemon aioli. We were still waiting for our drinks when this food came. When the drinks arrived (which were excellent), we ordered our next course: the Barbacoa Tacos and the Garlic Shrimp. The tacos looked like they were thrown together--not much attention to the plating. The meat was flavorful and tender. The pita was fine but a bit much for the amount of meat filling. The Garlic Shrimp was good. It came with "crunch bread," which the server explained as "toasted." The entrée was good; however, besides the shrimp, there was very little else in the dish (the promised tomato or pepperoncini). Our next course was the Loma Tosta, grilled pork loin. Well, when it didn't arrive after 15 minutes of waiting, we had to wave down our server to ask. After checking, she told us there was likely some mistake and someone else got our entrée. Then we waited another 10 minutes. What came out was good but disappointing. There were two pieces. The first was excellent, with the bourbon peach jam and creamy brie. The second piece barely had any of those two ingredients. During the end of the meal, we barely saw our server. Someone else had to replenish our water, and for the last entrée, we did not have plates, so we simply ate off the serving plate. There are plenty of excellent restaurants in Milwaukee. Unfortunately, our experience at Movida was a huge disappointment. Not sure I would risk coming back for a second try. :( read more

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I love Movidas happy hour and sangrias! It's a great chance to try some of their food during the week. Movida is so cute, styled very well and has a good chill vibe to it. Service is always awesome, I've never had a bad experience! read more

Movida - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

My friend had her 22nd bday brunch here. She had her own little room and it was sooo pink. Like the napkins and the menus. I thought it was a little pricey but definitely worth it. I got the paella with chicken. It was a largeeee portion with plenty to take home. The server brought us this cute traditional glass that you had to hold up in the air and drink kinda like water fountain style. The higher/further away you held the drink, the more luck will come your way. We definitely had a great time. I would love to get the paella again and try more things on the menu. read more

Strolled over to Movida from the Iron Horse hotel to meet up for a birthday drink and Tapas. We were absolutely Wowed! The warm staff immediately greeted us and we found plenty of seats at the bar. It was Happy hour from 4-6 so p.m. so we ordered sangrias - rose for me and reds for my family. The lovely bartender asked if we wanted to place any food orders right away and since the food was only $1, $3, and $5 during Happy Hour, we began our delightful food adventure. The food came out fast and hot, and we were reminded of each of the dishes names again by wonderful staff. It was all so tasty, so we ended up ordering just about every item on the tapas menu! My favorites were the $5 barbacoa tacos, the potatoes brava, and the cheese platter with jam. My family agreed the hot honey and mushroom toasts were their favorite. After my yummy sangria I was treated to a mezcal " old fashioned" with two types of bitters that tasted smoky and strong - I loved it. My twin and I were treated to authentic churros with a cup of chocolate for dipping and a sweet bday candle to wish upon. The experience felt straight out of Spain and made for such a special evening for us all. A little magic right here on the Southside that you've got to experience. Lovely people and a lovely little place that I cannot wait to visit again! Thank you Movida read more

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Highlights 1) Completely redesigned and expanded space 2) Great food 3) Fun vibe It had been awhile since I had been to Movida and had no idea that the space had been expanded so significantly. The space looks beautiful and the vibe is really fun! There are 3 dining rooms now and multiple patios. We were seated in the new upstairs dining room and our reserved table was ready right when we arrived. I recommend making a reservation as the restaurant was busy. Service was excellent throughout our meal. We ordered some Spanish wine and had the grilled zucchini, meatballs, pimento cheese and the Movida Paella. Food was great, flavorful and came out at a great pace! We will definitely be back! read more

Went here on New Year's Eve and was impressed that they were able to accommodate a reservation for 8 people. I didn't know they had an upstairs! The food was great and we were definitely full. It was $55/person for unlimited tapas, which felt like a good price, but when you add drinks on top of that it really adds up quickly. Good for a special night, but definitely a bit on the pricier side. read more

Went to Movida for the first time and I'm already trying to find a reason to go back! It was incredible! We were a group of about 10 people and all went in for the unlimited tapas. They all shared sangria and said it was amazing. I got a N.A. cosmo that was perfection and had the perfect balance between tart and sweet. As a table we got every dish possible for the tapas menu and I'm so glad we did. Sadly I didn't get pictures of everything but it was all amazing! I don't think there was anything I didn't like, but some of the stand out favorites were the mushroom croquets, pimento cheese, patatas bravas with chorizo, and shrimp with toast on the side. Everything was so amazing and the pace at which it came was also perfect. The servers were kind and patient with our bigger group and that was much appreciated. Overall would definitely come back! read more

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I've been a handful of times and it has not disappointed once. When you go with multiple people you should do the unlimited small plates because you get to try a bit of everything! Staff are great and seating anywhere is always good. If you get a spot near the kitchen you can see your food being made. There's always a positive attitude in the restaurant as well. They really want you to have a good experience! read more

Movida - Street Noodles - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Movida is one of my favorite places to stop in Walker's Point for a filling dinner and cocktail! They feature a menu filled with tapas/ Spanish style plates. The staff is always so friendly and I really enjoy being able to sit on the roof top when it's warm out! They have a large amount of indoor seating available as well. One menu feature that my friends and I enjoy is the (optional) unlimited small plates for $49 per person w/ 75 min limit . The only caveat is the entire table must participate and gratuity will already be tacked onto the bill, just as an fyi! There is also a happy hour special from 4-6pm if you sit at the bar -if this is more your speed! The menu changes occasionally but some of my all time favorites include the Spanish meatballs (which are served with bread and ricotta), the crab tosta (two slices of toast w/ crab, cream, cheese) and the pan con tomatoe (a delicious spin on bruschetta). Definitely recommend adding all three to your order if you stop by. My other favorite aspect of their menu includes the versatility of fresh vegetables to choose from. The broccolini is extremely flavorful (and has a spicy kick). I also think their espresso martini is one of my top favorites in the city and pairs very well with the small plate options. Overall, I would definitely recommend Movida to those who are looking to venture out and try something new, different, and unique in Milwaukee. read more

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The tapas at Movida are one of my favorite tapas experience- mainly for the inside vibes and the portions of the tapas. Each portion is enough to share and full of flavor. Highly suggest the goat cheese balls! Perfect to take a group of girlfriends or have a fun date night. The sangria flights alternate and are always so good! The service is great and the tapas come out very fast. We usually order 2-3 and then 2-3 more. read more

One of the best happy hours in town! I almost don't want to write this review because I want to keep it a secret... but they have $1, $2, $3 and $5 apps that are delicious, fresh, and filling. Pair these with the great ambiance and open-air vibes of the upstairs bar area, multiple sangria options, and fantastic dinner options and you can't go wrong here. The Patatas Bravas and the barbacoa tacos, are my two must-haves on the menu during happy hour. And I need to go back and try the street noodles. But definitely put this on your list of must-try restaurants in MKE! read more

Movida - The bar space upstairs - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Movida has been a staple of ours over the past five years. I can't believe I haven't left a review yet, but this is a perfect time. They have one of the best happy hours in the city with great deals on appetizers such as Pan con Tomate, Barbacoa Tacos, Patatas Bravas, and their Sangrias (just some of our favorites). We recently had our wedding in the new upper bar area of Hotel Madrid! Taylor, Ryan, Gian (with his awesome Spanish Manhattan- Grano Dorado), and the rest of the staff were all awesome with helping setting up the event. If you were looking for a place for a smaller wedding (we had about 40), make sure to check out the space! read more

Movida - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Went with a party of 6 on a Saturday night for a birthday dinner. It was a a little loud, but overall a fun, energetic feel. We did the $49/person unlimited tapas which was a fun way to try everything on the menu. I would double check the value, since we had to order a LOT of food to break even. We had a great time and the birthday specials (wine and churros) were a personal touch. read more

Movida - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

While making a reservation for Movida, I was given the option for Unlimited Tapas or a Star Wars drinks option, I chose the regular a la carte menu but that Star Wars option puzzled me. It was pouring when we arrived at Movida so I was also thankful I hadn't requested outdoor seating. We were warmly greeted and seated at a table near the window. The dining room was mostly filled and we put in our order for paella (can take up to 20 minutes for small, 45 minutes for large) and I ordered a red sangria. The restaurant was modern and open, and was decorated with large hanging chandeliers with antlers, Salvador Dali portraits and did not seem like a typical tapas restaurant. I did not hear any music, just the steady hum of conversation. We ordered patatas bravas which came piled in a bowl, with a wonderful bravas sauce. I was expecting spice and heat, though it had little but instead marveled at the soft and tender centers with the nicely crispy skins and the green onion swirled with aioli. This was wonderful. The jamon croquetas were crisp and had a creamy bechamel filling. It only came two to an order and I could have eaten more. Empanadillas were flaky and filled with carrot and carmelized onion. I did not care for the grilled zucchini-- the texture was crunchy neither crisp grilled nor soft melty. I was enjoying my sangria, sweet with fruit and spiced with cinnamon. Our Movida paella came out and it looked spectacular, in a large mound ( we ordered the small and this was enormous) and drizzled with aioli. The rice was delicate and the Basque sausage had a wonderful flavor, the chicken was so tender and the dish was very satisfying with olives and sofrita. We had forgotten about the tortilla which now arrived and we ate some of it, half-heartedly, because we were full. If this had arrived earlier, we would have enjoyed it. I took a walk at this time and the Star Wars drinks option became clear. The bar at the back of the restaurant was a cantina with a mural on the wall (sorry, blurry photo) as a tribute to Star Wars. The rain was still coming down so we decided to stay for dessert. The churros con chocolate was the only misstep in our meal. Eight churro logs arrived stack on top of each other. They were very heavy, dense and thick and chewy, with a lot of sugar coating. This was a very enjoyable meal with tasty tapas and paella. If I come back to Milwaukee I'd enjoy further exploring the menu by sampling more tapas and paella and venturing to the bar far far away. read more

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- ok food, good service, nice ambiance - reservation made, but not needed - Would be interested in trying their dinner menu Went here after seeing their cute Pink Breakfast set-up and wanting to try some paella! I got the Pink Breakfast with the Mushroom Croquetas, Movida Paella, and Churros con Chocolate. This was served in 3 separate courses, with the Mushroom Croquetas being first. These fried balls were crunchy on the outside and extremely creamy on the inside, almost puréed. They were flavorful and very mushroomy, so it was so sad to see only 2 croquetas served. There was an aioli which also added more mushroom flavor and another texture to the dish. Afterwards, I was served the Movida Paella as my main course. This paella had plentiful amounts of large and moist chicken chunks and was a nice large helping that filled me up. The flavor was delicious, and the contrasting lemon aioli helped to cut through the denseness of the meal. I will say, there were a lot more olives than I was expecting, but I was still able to eat them without thinking too harshly of them. Finally, we were served the churros that came with a thick and rich chocolate sauce to end our meal. M'lady had gotten the Steak and Cheese Omelette without the other accoutrements. The omelette was good with its steak pieces and the potatoes were nice a crunchy; a pretty standard meal. The sauce with the potatoes helped to give them some fat and flavor, but again, nothing too crazy. The ambiance was nice with a cute upper outdoor area and the whole pink breakfast shtick. The food was pretty ok, nothing too crazy, and I felt like there were a lot of sauces added to everything which made them all a bit heavier. While I am not too sure about another brunch, I would still be interested in coming back to try their dinner menu! read more

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They food and service here was excellent! Love the vibe at this restaurant! I definitely will Return for my next trip to Milwaukee!!! read more

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What a gem! Super cute decor, great food, great service, great price! Came on a Sunday morning for brunch with friends and absolutely loved it. We were seated right away. Our server was friendly, funny, and attentive. I ordered the Classic Pink Breakfast and selected: - Tomato & Toast: good way to start the meal. Light, fresh, and tasty! - Breakfast Burrito: I asked for the burrito without chorizo and they happily obliged, which was greatly appreciated! It was delicious. Really enjoyed the tots, caramalized onions and spicy aioli. The side of potatoes were fire. I also added on the bottomless drinks. Never had bottomless quite like it! All of the options are great (and strong). Zero complaints from me. Definitely go here. read more

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My boyfriend and I really love this place - from the vibe to the food - it all hits! I don't know what it was like before, but apparently, they made this place bigger. The first time I came here was for happy hour with the cousins. They had great deals on tapas and appetizers. The next time was for a Valentine's dinner with the boyfriend. Again, they had a great deal. The service is always great - super friendly and the food comes out pretty quickly. I love the patatas bravos, empanadillas, and Jason croquets. The hot honey toast is yummy - although I prefer thinner crispier bread. I tried the paella during happy hour - not really a fan. But I am very picky about my rice dishes... Overall, this is a fantastic place for date night or a group outing. We will definitely be back!!! read more

Come to this lovely tapas place to get a taste of Spain! It's definitely worth your while to get the "unlimited tapas" deal in order to try all the items on the menu. Service was very well-paced and the atmosphere was nice and intimate! read more

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Everything was delicious! Unlimited tapas, complimentary bottle of rose. This is a nice date for Valentine's. The service was quick and efficient and friendly staff. read more

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We had such a fun time ordering tapas at movida last night! The food was delicious and it's nice being able to try a variety of things. There was also a good amount of vegetarian options which is always nice for us! We sat outside on the rooftop and that was definitely the place to be, the rest of the restaurant was pretty empty. I would say the unlimited tapas was not a deal compared to what we got, so I'd recommend just ordering what you want as you go! read more

Movida - Spanish Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Movida at Hotel Madrid is BOMB!!! I haven't been back to Milwaukee in about 6 years and I'm happy to see at least one of the restaurants open and has survived. Movida and Hotel Madrid were once two spots, but not consolidated upstairs Hotel Madrid and the hotel rooms ousted to make room for Movida. Makes sense! Their Happy Hour CANNOT BE BEAT. For everyone living in MKE who hasn't been y'all are missing out big big time!! Get over there asap. I do hate when restaurants add gratuity automatically and do not say anything. I hope someone reads this from the restaurant and trains their staff to mention the small easy to miss line item on the bill. read more

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