What a lovely find it in Pasadena. Found this place on a whim trying to get out of Cleveland while also heading back to the Akron area. Tapas happy hour was a hit. $8 for four empanadas? Okay sure yes! And they were damn good too with that perfect crunchy soft exterior. Also got the garlic shrimp - huge shrimp in a butter sauce with some fine a** garlic bread. Of course I had to get the olives and wholly damn it carried the entire experience. Finished with the ESPENOLA PIZZETTA. Hot damn I ate the whole thing. Service was super friendly and the smoky hibiscus I got was superb. The bartender stopped by too which was a nice touch. Huge plus - they carry Fernet Branca and play fantastic music. Cannot wait to bring my husband here. Do not skip on his place! read more

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They have almost a perfect reason and there's a reason. Impeccable service. A creative menu. Curated cocktails. Authentic vibes and ingredients. I would eat their seafood cocktail daily and I liked their steak- and I'm a picky steak girl since my dad is a chef. Their drinks are strong. You will order that flight and brunch will turn into dinner. Go have fun. But please don't go when I'm there because I order all the things. read more

I absolutely recommend dining at new-ish "Quintaesencia" in Parma, Ohio if you like upscale Latin American cuisine, good vibes, and great service. Quintaesencia was great to work with in June 2026 at accommodating our large group of 21 women, providing is with ample space, a dedicated server, and even making separate checks for all of us. To the surprise of no one, I love South American food. Okay, I like most ethnic cuisines, if not all, but I really love foods like arepas, chimmichuri steak, asado, empanadas, etc! I looked at the menu ahead of time and settled on some faves of mine, arepas and yucca fries, but others in the group ordered a variety of dishes amd drinks, all of which were delicious! I stuck with water as my beverage because the cocktails/mocktails were a bit too pricey for me. I ordered the trio arepas ($18) and a side order of yucca fries ($5), which were very filling and sprinkled with cheese. I liked my meal a lot although I would like to see a few more types of arepas offered on the menu. Our server, Valeria, was absolutely amazing and served our party of 21 women quickly and efficiently. There was a 3% card usage fee as well as an automatic 20% gratiuiy for parties of 6 or more, so after paying with card, my total bill was $30.54. I left full and happy and hope to come back again to try their other dishes, particularly their pizzas and a creative cocktail or two. read more

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I am in Cleveland for a couple of days and was looking for a local restaurant and this one had very high ratings on Yelp. The Yelpers weren't wrong! I had the empanadas and the garlic aioli dip was incredible. My fiance had the seafood pasta and he raved about it. The service was excellent and the food was de. read more

Quintaesencia - Empanadas - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

Quintaesencia exceeded every expectation! The food was absolutely phenomenal, every dish was beautifully prepared, flavorful, and clearly made with care and attention to detail. What impressed me even more was how well they handled our large group of 21 people. Coordinating a party that size is no small task, but the staff made it look effortless. The service was outstanding from start to finish; friendly, attentive, organized, and accommodating throughout the entire evening. It's rare to find a restaurant that delivers both exceptional food and exceptional service, especially for a group our size. Quintaesencia knocked it out of the park. We had a fantastic experience and will definitely be back. Highly recommend! read more

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We met up with some friends while we were in the area and would have never guessed that this restaurant was here!! They gave us some popped corn(?) that was an addictive appetizer. We ordered some fried plantains topped with various meats and a loaded fries. The loaded fries were my favorite thing I had that night! For the main I ordered steak with chimichurri and potatoes and this was delicious also. Staff was super friendly and we had a great time! read more

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Who would have known a fine dining restaurant exists in Parma? Growing up here, I haven't seen too many ethic restaurants and through the past 5-10 years, they are slowly popping up. Our Quintaesencia experience was amazing! Our service by Sonia was delightful and she was the definition of great customer service. Being it our first time, she suggested a few popular dishes and we ordered the Empanadas Colombianas, Lomo de Cerdo, Churrasco con Chimichurri, and Passion Fruit juices to go along with our food. Let me tell ya, the dishes were honestly all cooked to perfection and tasted SOO GOOD! The Empanadas came out pipping hot and the meat (beef and chicken) were filled with flavor. The Lomo de Cerdo (pork chop) was super tender and the sweet glaze was a perfect pair with the meat and the mashed potatoes. The Churrasco con Chimichurri (steak) was cooked right to medium and was very juicy and tender. So good that I didn't really want to share haha. The dishes are a little more on the expensive side, but I think it is well worth it! Can't wait to come back to try other dishes. read more

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We got the gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas, the churrasco con chimichurri, the albondigas con manchego, and the crema catalana. The server recommended the meatballs (albondigas) and was so right. Everything was fantastic! So fresh. Bright flavor. High quality meats and cheeses in everything. The wine list is unique but approachable. Service was wonderful. Can't wait to come and try everything else! read more

I have worked in Parma for approximately eight years - this is by far the most underrated hidden gem in the city! This tapas bar has been open for a year or two now, but I recently only started visiting after a work event. I came back for the full menu before I left this review. Everything we had was well flavored - and truly gives you a sense of authentic Venezuelan food. The service is exceptionally attentive. They do host private parties as well and worked nicely with our coordinator for the event. I would highly recommend this tapas bar - a must try in little old Parma! read more

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A restaurant with a kind, knowledgeable staff AND delicious food!! We tried 8 tapas for our table of 4, plus the churros with ice cream. Each dish tasted like it was made from scratch. The price was more than fair ... if you cook at all you understand what it costs to make meals with actual ingredients. read more

Quintaesencia - Hibiscus Mezcal (w jalapeño) - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

This place is a fantastic Parma gem! The food was so tasty, clearly very fresh and hot upon arrival. Also I have to note that the steak (which we ordered medium rare) was cooked to perfection! The tapas style menu is perfect for sharing. My husband and I shared three dishes and were satisfied: 10/10 on presentation, 10/10 on flavor and 9/10 on our "fullness" after our meal. I feel like this place would be even better with a small group of friends where everyone could order 1-2 tapas plates and then share amongst the group. I can't wait to go back and taste more dishes. The ambiance of the restaurant was quaint, clean and inviting. For a new restaurant, I didn't get that "empty" or "unfinished" vibe that I often get with the decor in a brand new space. The service was excellent as well. The young boy at the host stand was eager to greet us with a smile and was very polite. The server was also very friendly, informative and prompt. She even explained some of the menu inspiration and offered us a suggestion when asked. The food also felt like it came out pretty quickly. Overall, we were impressed and will be back! read more

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i went here last night for dinner and everything was so delicious! the staff was very friendly and helpful with questions i had. i ordered the meatballs as an appetizer and while they were good, i wish they were a little more tender. i got the grilled chicken entree and it was so delicious, just wish i had more than 4 potatoes lol. the lemon dessert was so good! not too tart like a lot of lemon desserts can be. i will definitely come back as i live in parma. cute spot for a date night. i liked the music and the decor. the patio is fabulous! read more

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Delicious authentic food. Staff is extremely friendly. Drinks were strong. Can't beat it. Will be back.

Had a very enjoyable meal last night and like everyone else has said, this is a hidden gem in Parma. I had the ceviche and my son had nachos Both were very flavorful. The braised pear dessert was delicious too. The young lady who waited on us was super helpful and sweet. I definitely want to come back to try more as there is a lot on the menu. read more

Quintaesencia - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

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Fantastic, as always! This place is so underrated, it should be a crime! Their food is AMAZING! The staff is friendly, attentive, and welcoming! Such a great idea to have a "Tapas" restaurant here in town, that combines the amazing cuisine of South America, with a Spanish flare! Per the owner, who always sits with us at the end of the night, this is called "Hispanic American Fusion". There are so many different flavors and influences involved in the menu, with a heavy Venezuelan and Peruvian influence, but in a Spanish tapas twist! read more

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I NEVER leave reviews ... but wow! The food was amazing and the drinks were just as good. read more

Quintaesencia - Platter - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

Amazing, kind, and delicious. Thankful that there's good lighting by the bar as well. Thanks Andrea, can't wait to see you again xx

I forgot to share my Google review on here from 3 weeks ago: My husband and I came here on Saturday night for dinner. Our server was Andrea: what a kind and beautiful soul! She was friendly and made everything so seamlessly easy and comfortable. We shared plates of fish tacos, grilled octopus and empanadas. WOW. All of our dishes matched with the environment provided by Andrea: authentic and seamlessly coordinated. The food + flavors just.went.together. I love sauces with dishes, and they were all paired so well with the delicious fresh food. Definitely coming back!!! Update: spoiler alert, we went back and took pictures this time. This time we had Camilla serving us, and what a sweet girl! She gave us more popular recommendations. This time we both got the fish tacos, and shared a plantain dish with monchego cheese + honey, and my husband got a steak/potato/salad dish (I forgot the name!), as well as a spicy mezcal cocktail with jalapeno in it. Every damn dish that comes out of that kitchen is absolute fire! As spectacular as the first time we went!! My husband said the steak melted like butter in his mouth, and the plantains shocked me how delicious they were with the cheese+ honey pairing. I told my whole family about this place because of what a gem I feel like we found. I'm shocked it isn't more packed on a Friday evening! Go in, you won't regret it!!!! read more

Quintaesencia - Fish tacos and plantains with monchego cheese + honey - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

I RARELY leave a comment, but this place is soooo good I just have to share what an AMAZING dining experience this was!! The 4 of us had multiple apps and meals..,and 100% including our alcohol drinks were OUTSTANDING!!! We have already planned our return and the next time it will be a table of 8. Just Fantastic! read more

First time in Ohio and this was a great first stop from the airport. Fantastic food and friendly service!! read more

Quintaesencia - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

A new, different, interesting Tapas restaurant in Parma. Prices on par with other, similar restaurants. Caribbean flair and decor. We tried three tapas, all very good. Service was friendly , helpful, and competent. The Q signature cocktail ( a splurge) will put you in the Caribbean vibe in no time. We definitely enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning read more

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Nice little place on a quiet corner. Cozy and pretty inside with a lot of interesting options and great service. Had the arepas and chimicurri steak and both were wonderful. Excited to sit on their beautiful patio in the summer. read more

The best of everything . Uhhh the octopus, the papas bravas, chorizos in wine , aceitunas everything delicious

Excellent food! First time there. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

Quintaesencia - Excellent meal! First time here and the food was great, the drinks were good, and so was the dessert. Will definitely be back to try more! - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

This restaurant offers main courses as appetizers so basically everything on the menu is an appetizer you will pay full price for very small appetizer portions. So basically the thought behind this is the restaurant owners expect people to buy many different dishes because the portions are very small, but the prices are pretty high.. we decided just to have a drink instead and then we left.. I cannot give a review on the food since we did not eat here. The server was nice. read more

Quintaesencia - Menu - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

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When I hear tapas, I normally think of Spanish influenced small plates. This is a little different, (I believe it's more Central/South American), but well worth the time. We've been here twice and both times the food has been incredible, the service excellent. It's great to have a restaurant like this in the suburbs! read more

QE is awesome. AMA ing small plates. Large menu full of "culinary collision" flavors and textures. Superb service with a slightly upscale / neighborhood ambiance. We always agree to go here! read more

Foods good, but Too expensive. Portions were too small. It isn't a meal. The cost of drinks is too expensive. If I felt I was paying for a meal I would return,. I wills say the persons waiting on me were very nice.. I have no problem with the service, just the prices and portions. read more

That was one of the best meals I've had in a long time! This restaurant has DELICIOUS tapas. I had Picoteno Venezolonos, which was empanadas and chicken pasteles, plus I got patatas bravas on the side. My friend had fish tacos and hummus, which seems weird because the food here is Spanish-inflected. But it was all superb. Andrea, my server, is an absolute sweetheart, they have a nice bar, and it's a beautiful place. PLEASE patronize this restaurant--it wasn't very crowded on a Thursday evening but should be. read more

Amazing food! Great service - Andrea was so kind and took time to explain the menu. If you haven't tried it yet you need to! They put a lot of thought into their dishes. We will definitely be back regularly. read more

Food and the service were outstanding! There were plenty of gluten free options and everything was delicious.

Cute patio, with handcrafted cocktails and authentic Latin American & Spanish inspired cuisine. Wherever we go if calamari is on the menu we order it, this was top 3 calamari dishes, the Pichanha seems popular and with good reason also enjoyed the pears in red wine reduction with ice cream for dessert. read more

The food was amazing! Service excellent and you are not rushed! You can enjoy your meal and they people you are with. It's a super cute restaurant and they have a nice outdoor patio area. They have a small stage set up for live music as well! read more

This place was amazing! Do yourself a favor and try it. We stopped in for dinner, after seeing Yelp reviews. The service was fabulous & our waitress was so nice. read more

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Such a wonderful place! The food was absolutely unique and amazing! Small plates allowed us to try several dishes! All which were beautiful! Highly recommend the Churrasco, Trio Arepa and Empanadas! So many gluten free options as well! The drinks were also great! Freshly made and beautiful! The food was so good though I forgot to take pics! The service was also so comfy and welcoming! Highly recommended! read more

Quintaesencia - Margarita trio - Venezuelan Near Me - Parma, Ohio

A great Venezuelan tapas restaurant that just opened in Parma. I was pleasantly surprised how well appointed the bar area was. I dined at the bar and had the steak chimichurri and mummy shrimp. Both were fantastic! The service was very prompt and friendly. For drinks, we enjoyed a Caipirinha. They also have an espresso machine where fresh espresso is ground for a great espresso martini. We will definitely be back! read more

1st time and it was wonderful. Great selection and food and portions were great. Server bubbly and added to experience. Definitely a keeper read more

Excellent food. First time trying, and will definitely be back. We had the Trio Arepas, queso and empanadas

The food was outstanding and our waitress Andrea, was exceptional. She explained everything really well, our meals came out quickly and was delicious. We tried a variety of dishes and was happy with all of them. We are so happy we stopped here. We will definitely come back. read more

We drove an hour to get there and it was well worth the drive! Everything was amazing. The service was wonderful and attentive, the food was even better than expected, and the place itself had a very comfortable cozy vibe to it. The Maduros con Queso were my favorite (heavenly!!) but everything was delicious. Highly recommend! read more

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