Great place for tapas. Food was excellent. Service was very attentive and willing to help with the…read moreselection.

What a great little neighborhood restaurant. The moment you walk in, Costa Brava feels like many of…read morethe tapas restaurants in Spain - warm, inviting, lively but still intimate. We had Michael as our server and he was fantastic - very informative, pleasant, inviting, knowledgeable and so attentive. He really knows the menu and made great recommendations. We ordered a great assortment of hot and cold tapas and everything was full of flavor and came out so fast: Cold to start - **Sardinas en Aceite** - Sardines in olive oil - so clean and flavorful, perfect with bread. Hot tapas - **Rabas** - Fried calamari, perfectly crispy and not greasy at all. **Gambas al Ajillo** - Shrimp in garlic - sizzling, garlicky, ideal for mopping up with bread. And the **Rabo de Toro** - Oxtail slowly braised in rioja wine sauce - fall-off-the-bone tender, rich and deeply savory. Best dish of the night. To finish, **Crema Catalana** - Spanish-style creme brulee - very flavorful with a perfect custard texture and that crackly caramelized top. All around a wonderful experience. Authentic Spanish tapas done right, right here on Garnet. We will definitely be back!

Pricy, good ambiance, excellent tapas…read more The seafood paella for one is a lot for a single person but tastes good The octopus cechive comes with some bread as well and was also good (ceviche is always good) The tomato bread was lovely -- bread stayed crunchy Everything was good! Pricy but yummy!

It has been a few years since I have been here, so now it is time to do a review…read more This place is located smack in the middle of downtown. Parking is really hard, so preferably take an uber or park at the conventiom center or Hilton. Its only a 10 min from there to the restaurant and super easy access to get put of downtown. I really like this place because the ambiance is like being in Spain, DJ and Live Latin Music until around 1am. Decor is like being in a Spaniard "Bar" and it is usually pretty busy. Full bar, good cocktails, wine list and a great variety type of Cold and Hot Tapas to share. Their signature dish for me Is the Black Seafood Paella made with the squid's black ink. Lively music and there is an area where you can dance if you are up to the mood Great place to gather with friends, they do take reservations or you can also walk in and sit at the bar if the tables are busy. There is like a second floor with tables to be a little bit more separate from the music. Ladies bathroom, very interesting decor with pics of cute famous Spanish and Latin Actors. The only thing is that there was no a/c in the restroom so it was super hot there even if were there for 2 minutes. Service was average. Not out of this world. I think our waiter was taking care of too many tables at the same time and he was always in a hurry. We had to hunt him down to get our orders taken and even for the bill. This left a lot to desire for the restaurant quality. But still a good option for dinner, fun, laughs and dance.

I loved the Serrano Pesto Sandwich - it also had some Italian balsamic sauce that made it a little…read moresweet which I loved My friend got the chilaquiles which had a generous portion of eggs on top but it did have a kick to it We came on a Sunday at 1 and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table but we were able to give them our number and walk around while we waited. Overall the service was good

Food was good but at the same time not amazing…read more We got the steak frites which I would pass on tbh not worth the price and the steak was really small.... Everything we got had this strong lemony taste which isn't bad but just not what we were expecting. I think our favorite was the steak taretare I would def recommend getting that. None of the mains really stood out to me. The crispy rice was good but I wish it came with 4 instead of 3 to split easier. Also the service is incredibly slow Ill give them grace bc there was only one server but yeah just keep that in mind. It's right next to and dry cleaning so its perf to go there after for desert!

I was in the mood for a new spot that had a casual, but unique vibe. My husband and I really enjoy…read morethe hunt, and I'm so glad I found Finca on Yelp! I made a reservation (just in case) because on a weekend you never know. Luckily, though, we arrived and there was plenty of available seating. My husband and I had our 10 and 5 year old with us and they easily accommodated us. It's a straightforward, but lovely menu that has a little bit for everyone. We enjoyed sharing a few plates and fresh oysters on the half shell. They do not have a kids menu, which was alright with us. Our daughter, who loves a good steak at 5 years old, enjoyed their pub steak and fries and shared a Mexican Coke with her brother. For my husband and I, we enjoyed sharing their beef tartare and to finish it off, a banana split. What we found so whimsical about Finca is their presentation. My husband and I really enjoyed exploring their menu and leaving room for a return visit soon. I couldn't recommend Finca more for anyone looking for a fun and casual dining experience with a lovely staff and unique take on traditional favorites.

Although it is pretty pricey (they should revisit their prices) Everything from the food, service,…read moreand ambiance was great. I would return but would need to save up more money to have a simple side of potatoes (close to $20)

Annie, Heather and chef Alan were by far the BEST last night. The poke nachos were delicious and…read moreour drinks made by Annie were so tasty. This team is amazing. The music were mine and sister's kind of vibes and will be coming back soon. Keep up the awesome work. You all are AMAZING!! GRACIAS

I stumbled upon it as happy hour started. Emmy was my bartender. She is awesome. I had two espresso…read moretinis - they were the most smooth non-acidic espresso martinis I've ever had. They were topped with lavender cream... what a delicious balanced craft cocktail. Aside from my cocktails, I had a couple of bites, the chicken and the corn ribs. Both were very good. I enjoyed the ambiance. I love the colors of the furniture and the art. It was a lovely way to cap my late Saturday afternoon.

The staff is beyond professional and friendly! I made a reservation for 2 but ended up dining solo…read more They asked me seating preference. I ordered the drink special and it was presented in a fun manner with chips and a flower. To start I got the ceviche which was fresh and refreshing, finishing it off with the carne adovada. I will go back and actually take photos of the food next time!

So many good things to say about this restaurant. First, we weren't sure what to order (soup is a…read moreMUST) so we got one of everything tapas as a group of four and were very happy. The waiter was patient and led us through what my father could and couldn't eat with his allergies. My 11 year old loved the mini burger. Presentation was excellent. They were nice enough to serve everything on the side for her. She loved the fresh crisped rosemary potato chips on the side. Some standouts from tapas menu are patatas bravas with crispy cheese covered potatoes with two dipping sauces (aioli and spicy) and of course the award winning soup earned its place in the menu. Waitstaff and service are outstanding. Plenty of menu options. Wine list is great and they led us to pick a lovely bottle. Definitely a fine dining option that was a great choice for my dad to try food better than he can get at home, as he requested. (Father approved. We had already visited outstanding restaurants like Muzita and Buona Forchetta). Adding Wolf in the Woods to my impress the guests list.

This review is way overdue. Friend get together before one of my friends was to have the baby. I…read moremust have forgotten to review them and the revisit on June jogged my memory. Overall, this place was still new when we went probably less than a year open. Everything looked good and our group often share the meals together. From what I can remember, there was a mixed bag but we were happy when we finished our meal. All the dishes were good but I think the menu has changed since that visit based on my most current visit. The service was great, one of the pluses for the restaurant. Will be back again after the last visit. HH too.

A lovely experience all around, from service to food and matching ambiance in the heart of…read moreHillcrest. My girlfriends and I went after a full beach day and we truly enjoyed ourselves. To start the night, my gfs split a bottle of Vihno Verde while I enjoyed the n/a Spritz. Now for the menu: The babaganoush was a delight, with a tasty and perfectly seasoned pita. A perfect mix of creamy and light flavors, with delicious chunks of grilled eggplant as a topper and fresh mustard seed. The crudo was light and refreshing, with blood oranges paired with a black garlic really balancing the dish. I took a spoon to finish the juice because it was that tasty. The cavateli was my personal favorite. Perfectly balanced with a delectable sauce and quaint & delightful mushrooms to complement the dish. I wish the portion of this dish was slightly larger but we did have 3 people splitting it. For dessert we ordered the basque cheesecake with a blueberry compote and the seasonal pavlova. The server called it a custard, but we agreed the one fell short and had too much whipped cream in between the seasonal peaches and the actual pavlova. The basque cheesecake was perfectly "burnt" and we really enjoyed the blueberry compote though we wished we had a bit more of that as well. Overall, I highly recommend for a date night or GNO. Will definitely be back for the next seasonal menu change, which also gets this place 5-stars :)

This was probably our fourth time dining here, and each visit feels like being transported back to…read moreSan Sebastián. The flavors are simple yet outstanding, and the menu always feels thoughtfully put together. We ordered the prawns aglio e olio and heirloom tomatoes for starters, then we tried the pork chop--and it was easily one of the best we've ever had. Perfectly seasoned, incredibly tender, and just the right portion size. The wine selection was excellent, and we were happy to see that they've added whiskey to the menu. The only dish that didn't quite blow us away was the chocolate sourdough dessert, but we were curious and glad we gave it a try. What really completes the experience is the excellent service. Chris, the bartender, took wonderful care of us and recommended the perfect wine pairings for our meal. We keep coming back for a reason. We absolutely love this neighborhood gem!

If someone told me if I was down for some sangria and tapas, I'd immediately say yes…read more The host and waiter were both super attentive and kind. Unfortunately, we had to sit outside in the heat and had flies surrounding us. But that didn't bother us -- we just kept ordering sangria, since it was happy hour. We split the following: + Tuna, uni & paleta ibérica toast⁣ + Patatas bravas⁣ + tuna carpaccio⁣ + Ajillo squid⁣ + chorizo croquetas⁣ My personal favorites were the tuna, uni & paleta ibérica toast, the patatas bravas and red sangria. Everything else could have had just a little more salt in it.

This is probably the longest overdue review I have ever written, but at this point, not writing it…read morealmost feels selfish because I would very much like to always be able to get a table here. But alas, Carbon Angela's Kitchen deserves every flower, every reservation, every "you have to try this place" text thread, and every bit of love. This place has become one of my absolute favorite hidden gems in San Diego. Easily top five for me, and as someone who dines out a lot for a living, that is not a casual statement. There are places you like, places you recommend, and then there are places that start to feel woven into your actual life. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is that for me. Angela is truly the heart of this place. She has this way of making you feel like you are not just coming in for dinner, but being welcomed into something she deeply cares about. And Emanuele is absolutely part of that magic too. Together, they have built something that feels warm, generous, soulful, and so special. They feel like long-lost friends and family now, and I am honestly just so proud of them and all they are creating. The food is the kind that makes you want to order with the whole table in mind. The griglia mista is hands down one of the best investments you can make if you are dining with a group. It is the meat platter, it is the moment, and it is absolutely worth ordering. Four to five people can split it, especially if you are also doing appetizers, salad, wine, and a few extra things for the table. It is such a perfect nod to what Carbon was before Angela took over, when the space leaned more BBQ, but now it feels beautifully married with Angela's warmth, Italian influence, and the kind of hospitality that makes the whole meal feel like an experience. And please do not sleep on the rest of the menu. The short rib is fire. The arancino trio is always a yes. The eggplant croquette? Obsessed. The crespelle? So good. The Everything Salad is my favorite salad on the menu, and the street corn should never, under any circumstances, be skipped. I said what I said. The wine selection is top tier, the appetizers are memorable, and the whole place has that rare magic of feeling cozy, intentional, and completely unpretentious. You can come for a low-key dinner, a girls' night, a celebration, or one of those "we just need a really good meal and a really good glass of wine" kind of evenings. And the back patio? Perfect for an evening under twinkling lights. It is one of those spaces that just begs for a long table, good conversation, clinking glasses, and the kind of night that accidentally turns into a core memory. They also have catering menus available, which is very important information to keep in your back pocket if you are hosting anything soon. What Angela has built is honestly something to behold. One of the hardest-working restaurateurs doing the dang thing in a city like San Diego, and now opening Bedda across the way too? I am in awe and wonder watching it all unfold. It takes so much courage, grit, taste, excellence, and heart to build what they are building, and you can feel all of it in the room. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is a true labor of love, a hidden gem, and one of those places I will keep cheering for again and again. Go hungry. Order the griglia mista. Get the Everything Salad. Do not skip the street corn. Share Share Share, so you can try a little bit of everything and do a tried and true family style meal, you won't regret it.

Food is Delicious! Service and attention was sound. Ambiance is quaint since it's in South Park. I…read moredon't recommend the $21 Bone Marrow. Not worth the price. Spend that money on another dish. The BAD: you will dine and fight your meal with FLIES! The owner sons' excuse was because "it's summer", lol...I said maybe it's because the Trash is around the corner from your restaurant.

Absolutely loved it. Our server Carter was exceptional, guiding us thru the menu and just a joy to…read morebe around!!! Do NOT SKIP THE MUSSELS!!!!!!! Or the chocolate mousse dessert!!! Those were our fave bites. Loved the music and vibe. Drink menu fun and funky, house made tonic. Fun wine list too.

Went for happy hour on Thursday. Got there slightly before opening and waiting in line to be…read moreseated. They have 1/2 off a dozen oysters during happy hour, and $11 cocktails (from the list). We also ordered the Spanish tortilla for $9. Everything was delicious and a good value. The service was slightly slow and it was hard to get our server's attention when we wanted to order more. Our first round of oysters took 35 min to come out and the next round took about 25 min. I would come back for happy hour again!