My husband and I have been wanting to come back here for a while, so we decided to have dinner here on Monday for our date night. We started off by ordering drinks; my husband tried their Bodega Brewing Co. 'Mala Suerta' Dark Lager, and I had the Pinot Grigio 2024 La Boatina. Both of our drinks were great! For food we shared the Paella and Satchel's Mac & Cheese. Both dishes were delicious, full of flavor, and had generous portions. We finished off our meal with the Crema Catalana for dessert, which was bright, zesty, refreshing, and tasty! It's a lighter dessert that is just the right amount of sweet. The whole meal was excellent! Clearly a lot of love and energy has gone into this menu. The ingredients are high quality and the dishes are full of flavor. The staff are friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is perfect for a nice evening out. It's very cozy and romantic with beautiful decor. Before tip it was just about $85. Honestly a steal in our opinion, the meal and experience is well worth the money. We've decided: we're crazy for not coming more often after our first visit, and will be back soon and much more often. read more

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I really don't know why it took me this long to walk into this place, especially when it's literally right next door to the cycling studio where I'm sweating my life away several times a week. The food is on point, the portions actually feel satisfying, and the sangria hits exactly the way it should. No guessing, no surprises -- just good. Now I'm annoyed I didn't try it sooner because this could've been part of my routine a long time ago. I wish they stayed open longer because the way I'm already planning my night around that sangria is wild. I can't wait to go tonight and act like I've been coming here forever. read more

Nice selection of wines, tried the albondigas white Dijon sauce, capers, shallots, machete, chili flakes and toast soo good. Also tried bacon wrapped dates my personal favorite. Not our first time but always a favorite. Gotta try if your in town read more

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I went to Phlight with a friend because we wanted to grab a drink and snack on a few different things so we figured tapas would be perfect. We walked in on a Friday night and didn't wait too long. Server came to our table right away. I ordered a red sangria and my friend had a beer. I was a little disappointed in the sangria. I loved that they had fruit in there but it tasted just okay. It felt like they used a sparkling wine because it had a bit of a fizz to it. I don't recommend it. The food, however, was excellent. Hear me out, please try the vegan al pastor tacos. They make them with mushrooms but it is one of the best tacos I've ever had, and it has no meat. My friend was also skeptical, but she couldn't believe how amazing they tasted. We also ordered some bread, brussel sprouts, patatas, and bacon wrapped dates. All the food was absolutely delicious, but if I had to recommend two dishes from our visit, it would have to be the Al pastor tacos and the bacon wrapped dates. They are both INSANE. Phlight is a standout spot for me in downtown Whittier. Add it to your next date night. read more

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Just what you expect from a tapas place, good small plates, very nice team serving and a good over all feel, by the glass wine prices are ok but bottle prices where a bit on the high side read more

Have been to Phlight a handful of times now and it is always a great experience. The staff is amazing, the food is delicious and environment feels like an elevated sense of home. You can tell they've built a community around the food they serve and take pride in their ability to do so. Can't wait to dine with them again! read more

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Amazing food. Shareable portions for tapas. Good, friendly feeling. Service is good. Great for a date but also a great place to sit and talk with friends. The stuffed dates are a must. read more

This place is so overpriced! The flavor is there however the potions are not shareable as posted on the menu. Ordered the short ribs, hence the plurality. It was one bone with about an ounce of beef layer on top for $39.00. The salmon was a little better on the portion size but still not worth $22.00. Broccolini was good and I can deal with the $12.00 charge. Our waitress had no personality whatsoever. It was almost like we were bothering her. With all the staff people they had I would have assumed that we would've received our food altogether however they were all standing around chatting with each other. Amazingly with the prices and the portions not equal, they were pretty packed, so not sure if this was everyone's first time coming here, but I will say we will not be returning. read more

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Great place! Food and drinks were amazing! We ordered appetizers and a round of both red and white sangrias and neither disappointed. There is a parking structure directly across the street that is free but parking spaces are fairly narrow. Otherwise, you will need to find street parking nearby. read more

I came here on a double date. This is a tapas bar with EXCELLENT vibes - we ate outside on the patio and the weather was perfect, along with the food! We ordered several different things and I can't remember specifics of foods, but I recall liking everything that we had - as did everyone else! We also got a few glasses of red and white sangria which complemented the food wonderfully. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful, and the bathrooms were immaculate! The place was actually quite full though, so be mindful you really should make a reservation when you come. I've only eaten here once but the vibe was so good I sometimes daydream about eating here again! Would def recommended it if you're in the area, it was a tapas experience! read more

Great restaurant and food. Always busy and good service. ​Nice uptown location I will be going back soon. read more

We stumbled across Phlight during a softball tournament, and we are so happy we did. My boyfriend and I were talking about returning because this place exceeded our expectations. We walked in around 5 pm on a Saturday and we were seated right away. I ordered a red sangria, which I loved. Started with the pork Belly and lengua tacos. The tacos were amazing, and full of flavor. I love mushrooms, so I had to order the sautéed mushrooms and they were excellent. I also ordered the grilled octopus which was okay, but I can pass on this. My son had the French toast, which I got a bite and it was really good. Service was great, our waiter checked on us frequently. Parking was a breeze, there's a garage right across the street. read more

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Food - They offer a various amount of tapas. Fresh and yummy. Service - very attentive Ambiance - minimalist simple clean and cute. You can have a romantic date or a causal friendship night. read more

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Nice place to hang. Burger is solid. Gourmet flavor. Skeptical about the bacon wrapped dates but they were delicious. read more

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After three years with my business down the street I finally had an opportunity to go and enjoy dinner. And when I say enjoy it's an understatement. The food was amazing the dates are to die for and the paella was just right. The arugula salad phenomenal but what stood out the most was the service. I can not begin to RAVE about the service. Their staff is beyond caring. They are great with suggestions and super attentive without hovering over the table. But the most amazing touch as insignificant as it may seem was them changing out our plates half way thru so we could continue enjoying our shared meal. read more

The food here is really good and the service is nice. The inside is very well decorated and I was happy to go there. I will say that the bone marrow has very little meat so make sure you order something else. read more

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I love this place. The ambience is hard to describe: hip, rustic, eclectic, comfortable...the perfect place to meet a friend and chat. The staff are casual yet friendly and attentive; excellent service. There is a long bar with a lot of interior seating and a few outdoor tables too. They serve tapas here along with beer or wine. We ordered two glasses of wine, a syrah and a Spanish tempranillo . Both were excellent and we kept tasting each others' to the point where it can be said we shared both glasses. It's sort of like sharing a bottle of soda as a kid with your best friend and not wiping the top as you pass it back and forth. We ordered four plates: patatas, albondigas, croquetas, and a lengua soft taco. My friend quickly wolfed down the taco so I can't comment on that but the other three dishes got my love. The croquetas were my favorite. Balls covered in crunchy panko and filled with spinach and manchego cheese with a piquillo pepper sauce for dipping made me cry tears of joy. The albondigas were not served as a soup but were meatballs on small slices of grilled bread covered in a white dijon sauce, capers, manchego cheese, and chili flakes. My friend called them amazeballs and I agreed that they were incredible but gave a good tongue lashing for use of that word. The patatas were chunks of seasoned crispy potatoes with sides of garlic aioli and bravas sauce for dipping. Simple but heavenly thanks to the bravas sauce (no offense, aioli, we still love you too). There are so many other dishes to choose from and I can't wait to come back again and again and try others. But do I do that or keep getting the things I love? read more

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We all ordered the delicious hamburger. We got sweet potatoes fries and regular fries. The Malbec wine was delicious. We also got the dates stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon. We got seated for a party of 5 without reservations. The place was packed. The service was good. Nicely decorated for Christmas. read more

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3.5/5 Other than the great reviews online, I also had some friends suggest we (partner and friend) try this spot since we were in the area for the week. Arrived on a Friday evening around 630, the place was very busy, only available seating was outside, we agreed, the weather was nice and didn't want to wait 30-45mins Food came out in this order- Sweet potato fries - 5/5 came out hot, aioli tasty Bacon wrapped dates - 3/5 Manchego / tamarind sauce; paired well with the Manchego but tamarind sauce was lost in all the saltiness of the bacon and sweetness of the date. Brussel sprouts - 3/5 lemon / cumin/ garlic aioli; cumin definitely stood out; aioli tasted the same as the sweet potato fries - no garlic, a bit too oily for me Croquetas - 3/5 after eating the dates and Brussel sprouts the croquetas had no flavor and was very bland Skirt steak - 4/5 Idiazabal cheese sauce/ chimichurri - Idiazabal was very light which lacked flavor especially when pairing the dish w chimichurri that has tons of herbs. Overall, the service was good but we were outside (Curb) it got a bit cold and unfortunately, they didn't have heat lamps, the first dish took 5-10 mins to come out (sweet potato fries) then it took them an additional 15-20mins for the rest to start rollin, by then the fries we cold, an additional 20 mins go by and we had to remind our waiter about the skirt steak. I personally don't think like that they give themselves 10-20 min gap to bring out the food... Although I really enjoyed the company that evening, I wasn't too fond of this place... read more

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Upset with the service/resolution. We were eating here with friends when my husband got a piece of metal in his mouth from the brussel sprouts. We told the waitress and she took the Brussels sprouts. No manager came to apologize or offer us anything for the inconvenience. My husband could have gotten hurt. We still paid for our bill but they removed the brussel sprouts. I'm so upset with how minimal the issue was to them. I would eat here with caution. read more

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Atmosphere is great wish I could say the same for the staff. Manager was rude and hung up on me

We were excited to invite friends to meet us at Phlight as we'd had many great meals there, but last night was a big disappointment. We had a party of 4, got there right at 5 and were the first party in the restaurant. I asked that we START with the bacon wrapped dates and then ordered a couple of small plates for myself, the other 3 then ordered for themselves with two people ordering entrees (paella and lamb chops). What followed was a disaster in food service; first came out croquettes and my taco which was placed in front of another diner. The dates came about 10 min later. Roughly 20 minutes after that, the paella was served and finally nearly 45 minutes after our arrival and someone going to the counter to ask about the lamb chops, they were served. As mentioned by another reviewer, it's rude to eat while someone at the table is waiting so the entire evening was pretty sketchy. What is particularly egregious is that there was never an apology or any sign on the server's part that anything was wrong. At first she said that the lamb chops take longer to cook, then came by to say that it would be about 8 "more" minutes which incidentally is about how long it takes to cook lamb chops. It seems pretty clear that she just didn't put the order in until one of us went to the counter to inquire. Again, we were the first people in the restaurant and it simply was not that busy. I can't say we'll be back, even though the food was tasty if cool by the time we could eat. read more

Finding myself in Whittier, CA for a birthday party, this night, I had no idea what to expect? The only thing I knew about Whittier, CA is that it's the birthplace of our Watergate hero, President Richard Nixon; and that's not a giant compliment! Our table for eight here at Phlight was teaming with family I dearly love. This Monday night at Phlight, it was jammed packed and I didn't know if that was because it's the only show in town or that it's very good. The answer to the above question is: Because it was very good! I had their Chopped Caesar Salad that was excellent. It carried over to a pretty magnificent pork belly taco bursting with so much good stuff that I couldn't identify it didn't matter. I loved this rendition of how different a taco could get. Next, my shrimp taco was just as amazing. My brother had braised short ribs which he shared with me and that too as stunning. Our wine selections were great and the whole atmosphere here was really friendly. So, now Whittier, CA has a whole new meaning for me and I can thank Phlight for making this happen. read more

Ambiance: The place is spacious and the staff is very friendly! It's a cozy spot to meet up with friends. Taste test: Everything we tried from the menu was good. I loved the Arugula salad. It was very fresh. The garlic bread was very toasty and flavorful. The dipping sauce with the fries was also good. read more

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Diverse food and beer selection. Delicious burger, flavors work well together, appreciate that it's not huge.

My husband and I had lunch here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We ordered the meatball sandwich, enmoladas, esquite, beef and pickle taco and the empanada. The Meatball Sandwich has meatballs and red sauce are made in house and absolutely delicious. The meatballs are flavorful and a little spicy. The Esquite is not served in a cup the way you'd expect. It's served on a plate, the chipotle aioli is spicy and creamy, the cotija espuma adds a playful element to the dish and you still get that saltiness from the cheese. The Enmoladas are a great balance of savory and sweet. The mole has robust flavors that go so well with the chicken. The Purple Rain Empanda was good! A unique flavor with the bacon, the sauce is what brings them all together. The Ground Beef and Pickle Taco is what had me come back the next day. DO NOT SKIP THE PICKLES. I know, the combination sounds odd but the pickle flavor is subtle and adds that extra salty component that is so necessary. I could put Pedro's sauce on everything. It's so good. read more

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When Phlight started in Whittier, it was about Spanish tapas and Spanish flavors. Little by little it's become Mexican and has lost what made it a unique good restaurant. They still have kept a couple of "Spanish" items, but they don't look or taste like the original tapas. I guess Whittier prefers Mexican food. Ambiance was good but loud. Service was slow. read more

Everything is good. The vibe is cool. The sangria is great. The food is delicious. It's a lot of people's go to place

A true gem in Whittier if you want a fancier restaurant with shareable plates! This is a tapas restaurant so get ready to share! My go-to plates are: Sautéed mushrooms - SO BOMB. Cheesy goodness with a sauce that is just bursting with flavor. Highly recommend Bacon wrapped dates - I think this is THE BEST entree on the menu. It's so unique and perfectly balanced sweet and savory. I've never liked dates but this dish is the only exception. We usually order two of this alone because it's that good! Albondigas - NOT a soup but meatballs on top of a grilled bread. My husband thinks it's salty but I like it! Paella - it's filling but not $30 worth imo. read more

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Got their sweet potato fries earlier with a few friends to go and they were delicious! The dipping sauce was so good as well. The service is amazing and the place was packed! The inside is so pretty, will definitely be back! read more

We absolutely love Phlight and it's a go to date night spot. My husband is pescatarian and I'm a meat eater to the max so I love that there are great options for both of us! The service is great, great recommendations. I love to come back for any specials they're running. read more

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Food is really good The service could be a little quicker but you can't rush good taste The ambiance could be romantic if you are able to block out the noise of kitchen and everyone talking. The place is small so it isn't anything that the staff can control. I recommend for sure. Also try the sangria I forgot to take a pic read more

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OVERALL EXPERIENCE: Food was good and I would be back! esp for the bacon wrapped dates! AMBIANCE: We came for lunch on a Friday. Noise level is average and they weren't too busy. DRESS CODE: Smart Casual ORDERED: - Pilsner and White Sangria - Bacon Wrapped Dates (10/10!) - Lengua Soft Taco and Pork Belly Soft Taco (these were tasty) - Grilled Octopus: very tasty! but was not worth $21 for just two arms! - Phlight Burger with a side of fries! (tasty and the side of fries was a good amount!) SERVICE: Service was good! PRICE: ~ $50pp PARKING: public parking structure across the street (not sure the rate), street parking for 2hrs, there's also public lots one block away for 3hrs. Food: 4/5 stars Service: 4/5 stars Venue: 4/5 stars read more

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OMG! Phlight is the place to be if you want good food, great service, and a nice ambiance. We honey and I dined on Valentine's Day and we want to go back! We ordered the arugula salad, bacon wrapped dates, croquettes, "Al Pastor" vegan taco, elote, and the banana donuts. Everything we ordered was so damn good!!!! My favorite was everything lol. The bacon wrapped dates, y'all! You must order it! Trust me, you will thank me. The menu is extensive and caters to all palates. So there's something for everyone to enjoy. read more

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Ordered to go tonight! Food was still hot by the time I got home! Everything was perfect as always! First time eating the chile relleno... so good! Pomegranate on ground beef filled Ortega chile with a nice white sauce was awesome! Next up was the warm kale salad with cheese and macadamia nuts! Don't expect wilted kale, this still has a decent snap to it! High in iron and good for the soul! Third Item we ate were Bowie's Bacon Wrapped Dates! Alway phenomenal! I can eat those everyday. Lastly was the Albondigas! Rich flavored meatballs with cheese served atop slices of baguette with a light sauce! To die for! Altogether this was a nice end to a hard work week dinner at home! Go Phlight! Killing' the Uptown food game as always! read more

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Phlight has been the best restaurant in Uptown Whittier for as long as I can remember. For whatever reason, last night was the first time we had dinner there since pre-pandemic days. I was excited to see what was new and what stayed the same. Luckily there was a bit of both. Phlight is a tapas bar and there are something like 40 or so dishes to try that range from inexpensive to expensive- all of it great. This gives you incentive to return and try new things every time. In regards to the same, The bacon wrapped dates is a must for every meal there. Unfortunately, the pork belly tacos aren't as good as they used to be. The sauce just isn't the same. The chile relleno is also wonderful. The pomegranate seeds take it to a whole nother' level. My wife says this is how it's supposed to be, but I wouldn't know because I haven't read "Like Water for Chocolate". As for the new that we tried, the brussel sprouts are a new must have every time. We also tried the skirt steak which was good and plentiful for 30 something bucks, but I could've gone without the cheese sauce. The chimichurri on top was wonderful. However, the star of the night was the banana donuts for dessert. Best thing I've had in my mouth in a while. I wouldn't call this a date place. Food comes fast and often and there isn't much time to talk. The highlight here is the food, which is why there is an open kitchen. Service is friendly and attentive. If you enjoy food, if you enjoy eating then go to Phlight soon, and go to Phlight often. read more

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Obsessed with this place! Small plates style that is so fun with friends! While we try something new every time, the bacon wrapped dates are always on the rotation as are the patatas bravas. Vibes inside are fun and funky fresh often with live music! Overall 5/5 slays read more

I am moving to TN today and yesterday spent the day in Uptown Whittier doing all the things I wasn't going to be able to do for a while . We decided on Phlight for dinner and am so glad we did. It was the perfect " last dinner in Whittier " The food. The drinks. The service. Perfect! Thank you Phlight crew read more

I bring the family here on occasions. It's super packed, always, but the food is worth the wait. My wife loves their wine selection and tapas vibes make everything easy to share with the family. A very solid dinner option if you don't mind a crowd read more

We love this local favorite. I like to bring friends to experience this place for the first time, and enjoy a great meal with me. I usually order the bacon-wrapped dates, sweet potato fries, arugula salad, brussel sprouts, pork belly tacos, and Phlight burger. The bacon-wrapped dates are always a big hit. Thanks for all the great dinners. read more