What a special little gem in Sonoma! We came here for a birthday, and ended up sharing the 7 tapas AND the 3 taps, and were totally stuffed, I think next time, we can just get 7 to share. We tried the shrimp ceviche, which was one of our favorites, big, flavorful shrimp, cucumber, passionfruit, bits of bean and peppers. Just a taste of spice. Another favorite was the scallops, with serrano peppers, cucumbers, and capers - like eating silk from the sea! So many flavors and textures, it is a wonderful little place, and we will be back! read more

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Everything was perfect! Make a reservation because this place gets busy. 7 items is more than enough for 2 hungry diners. Everything we ordered was incredible! House picked veggies, kale salad with anchovy dressing, marinated squid salad, shishito peppers with smoked sausage, sardine pate, piri piri chicken wings. But the goat stew was the star. You must order this!! The restaurant is cozy without feeling cramped. The atmosphere is casual, clean, comfortable. The server was really nice and offered me a taste of wine before I committed to a glass of a varietal I'd never tried before. Glad she did because my first pick was too fruity for me. read more

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Tapas were excellent and we look forward to going back the next time we visit! For two people, we think that 5 or 7 tapas is the perfect amount of food. read more

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First off, the restaurant is beautiful, very clean, comfortable seating, just amazing! I've been to a lot of Portuguese restaurants, my husband is Portuguese and his mom cooks the most delicious Portuguese food, this place did not disappoint. My favorite was the shrimp ceviche, and the cod, but everything was top notch! Just delicious! Service was fine, they could work on being a bit more friendly. read more

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Oooh what a gem! Great rec from a local friend - just off Sonoma plaza. We came on a rainy winter NYE for lunch and could just walk in but reservations also available. Super cute space, we got our choice of bar or tables. Tons of great dishes coming out for surrounding diners. Service was very friendly and timely. We opted for the 5-item platter to start and felt it was good for the 2 of us, but we probably could have ordered more if we felt indulgent. We tried these and would get them all again. Bacalhau Boquerones Goat stew Chouriçinhos/shishitos Smoked duck breast Obviously great wine list but we were on our way to a couple tastings so held off here. read more

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Really enjoyed this tapas restaurant . . . Everyone seems to suggest The Girl and The Fig when I visit Sonoma, but I tried it once and found the service was a big disappointment. Tasca Tasca, however, has both great food and great service so I would definitely recommend this to vacationers and residents alike. The menu at first sounded a bit daunting for a pescatarian (i.e., duck, pork sausage, tripe, steak tartare, GOAT stew, etc.) but I was pleasantly surprised that they offered modifications to dishes and even had a printed list of items they could adjust to make vegetarian or vegan. Items are served tapas style on a board in separate, small dishes and pans so the presentation is quite nice. The Lupini Beans were a fun find and became a quick favorite for me. They are similar to hominy but more flavorful and with a little pop when you bite into them. The Escargot was surprisingly bland but there were many other delicious items we tried: Roasted Beet Salad, Piri Piri Potatoes, Shishito Peppers, Mac & Cheese, Potatoes with Truffle Butter and Shrimp Empadas. The sangria was really delicious and the Port flight was something I hadn't seen on a menu before. Overall a nice, fresh experience. read more

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Rain or shine my friends & I drove to Sonoma for the sale event & even had a wine tasting at Buena Vista today. Later we asked the staff for the favorite restaurants in Sonoma downtown. He wrote a few and two of them I had dined already years ago. We opted Tasca Tasca for tapas just off Sonoma Plaza. It was past 3 pm when we arrived at the restaurant, no reservation just walked in. Nice restaurant & we got our choice of table. I saw the sign on the wall that read Sousa's Restaurant and we got confused because we were not sure if we were at the right restaurant but we were. It was formerly owned by Sousa's and its historic sign was acquired by the chef Manuel Azevedo of T&T. The server asked if we ate here before & we said it was our first time. We asked for cold water only to drink. She helped us in our decision on the menu. We ordered the 7 items for $62 which was great for sharing with friends! We had Steak Tartare, Raw Oysters, Shrimp Empada, Chourico & Peppers, Pork Slider, Goat Stew, & Escargot. Service was friendly & timely. The Portuguese tapas were served cute in small plates. However, my friends & I tasted the escargot & sauce were salty. They were tiny hard chewy tidbits. The tiny oysters were not too fresh & plump. The shrimp empada was kind of dark like on the verge of burning. I was hoping it would be golden brown & crispy or with softer, flakier crusts like on their website. The server said they were always dark but I tasted empadas but not like this. The rest were good food. The server kept on checking on us. If we return, we will try the other tapas on the menu. I recommend this restaurant for light meals. read more

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Cute and intimate Portuguese tapas - no frills place in Sonoma. The perfect spot to share a meal with friends. We ordered just the right amount of food, libations and dessert to nibble on without the guilt. Enjoyed the personable service, establishment. Thank you! read more

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A quaint, tapas restaurant in Sonoma, Tasca Tasca is a perfect spot for lunch in between tastings! Setting: Cozy Portuguese tavern aesthetic with warm wood tones and a relaxed, lively atmosphere. Service: The waitstaff was busy, and it was understandably tough to get their attention. The homemade caramels at the end from the chef were a sweet touch. Food: Flavor-packed and thoughtfully plated. The peri peri chicken was juicy with the right kick, oysters fresh and briny, cucumber gazpacho refreshing and bright. Loved the refreshing feta salad and crispy patatas bravas. Flan was smooth, rich, and the perfect sweet note to end on. read more

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Damian was great! He gave us excellent recommendations for food and also told us about great wineries and things to do. The steak tartare was excellent along with the squid salad and Boquerones. Highly recommend! read more

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Tapas here were delicious!! We Really enjoyed the Tosta Mista (prosciutto game with melted Sao Jorge cheese) and the shrimp empanadas. Highly recommend. Service was quick, efficient and friendly. read more

Portugal Found a Home in Sonoma: Just off the square in Sonoma sits a little gem that punches far above its weight: Tasca Tasca. It's cozy, open-kitchen charm hits you the second you walk in--staff buzzing, pans sizzling, and the aroma of garlic, saffron, and wine whispering you're in the right place. This isn't your average tapas spot. Think Portuguese soul food done with precision and heart. Every dish we had felt curated, balanced, and steeped in tradition with just enough flair to surprise you. Standouts? All of them. Kale salad with anchovy dressing--umami meets crunch, humble but addictive. best presentation and taste I've had with kale in some time. Monterey squid with white beans--tender, rustic, coastal perfection. Boquerones--bright, briny, almost kissed with vinegar on a hard boiled egg. Steak tartare--rich, vibrant, and not shy with seasoning. Saffron piri-piri potatoes--like a hug from Lisbon's spice rack. Don't miss the aioli it's on the bottom. Hints of saffron awaken any taste buds still napping. Goat stew--slow-cooked, fall-apart, earthy magic. And then our dessert choice knocked us flat: Portuguese olive oil ice cream and a chocolate mousse--what even is that flavor combo? Unholy? Divine? Either way, it works. BOOM. But the real kicker--the sangria. Easily the best I've ever had. Pomegranate and passionfruit with just the right balance of sweet and tart, layered and lush. A drink worth driving for. Tasca Tasca doesn't shout. It just does everything right. From the friendly, knowledgeable staff to the warm atmosphere and that clear love of food--it's the kind of place you tell your friends about and secretly hope they never make a reservation before you do. Highly, highly recommended. This is a taste trip worth taking. Cheers and thank you! read more

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3.5 stars for us! We've come here twice now and both visits were decent but nothing quite stood out to us. The first time around we sampled 5 dishes. This time, we tried seven. The empanadas are delish and probably our favorite thing here. I like the red pepper mayo that it comes with. The goat stew is tender and cooked well, but with the gamey flavor of goat, we realized that we prefer goat with a sauce/curry of some sort. The soup of the day was a refreshing cucumber gazpacho that was great for a warm summer evening. The sardine pate, ceviche, and chicken wings were decent. Nothing to write home to. The duck reminded of bacon for whatever reason. The caramels that they give at the end of the meal are sooo good! So soft and gooey rather than chewy! read more

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We absolutely LOVE this restaurant! Absolutely phenomenal food and service!!!!! We love the stray tartar, chicken wings, oysters, kale salad, scallops (omg so good!!) The ambience is so beautiful and such good vibes! We are regulars and will always come back to our favorite place! I'm just read more

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Great food and fantastic service. Fun setting to have a casual hang out. My sis and I love the food and drinks. read more

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Great spot for sharing dishes with friends! 7 dishes were ample for two of us! Highlights: Caldo verde; shrimp cerviche; chocolate mousse. Service is friendly, prompt. Long bar and small or long tables create festive atmosphere for enjoying a taste of Portugal, whatever the size of your party. read more

Tapas are so fun to share as a group! We got the fried green beans, crab empanadas, ceviche, anchovies, salt cod cake, shishito peppers, duck breast, Mac and cheese, scallops and pig trotter terrine. Try everything! The cured meats and seafood are definitely worth getting! We don't often get dessert at lunch but the chocolate piri piri ice cream was fun to try! The service was good. They weren't too busy on a Sunday afternoon, so the staff were very friendly and attentive. read more

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Tasca Tasca is one of those rare places that manages to be a fun experience with great food. Located in a lively area with a great champagne bar Sigh and other local businesses nearby, it's the kind of spot that instantly makes you want to stay a while--whether you're popping in for a quick bite or planning a long evening of sharing plates and sipping wine. The concept here is simple but brilliant: you can order tapas in sets of 3, 5, or 7--perfect for customizing your experience. Whether you're going solo or coming with a group, the flexibility is a dream. Sharing a board with friends is part of the magic, but honestly, each dish is so good it's hard not to want one all to yourself. Let's talk about the food, because Tasca Tasca delivers some of the most flavorful and thoughtfully crafted small plates around. Fried Piri-Piri Potatoes with Saffron Aioli: These crispy, golden bites are perfectly seasoned with just enough spice, and the creamy saffron aioli takes them to another level. They're addictive--don't be surprised if you order a second round. Pork Slider with Port BBQ Sauce: Tender, juicy pork meets a rich, sweet-savory sauce with the depth only port can bring. It's bold, balanced, and absolutely delicious. Goat Stew with Fingerling Potatoes: The goat is melt-in-your-mouth tender, with earthy, comforting flavors that pair beautifully with the rustic potatoes. Shrimp Empadas with Red Pepper Mayo: Think of these as the Portuguese answer to a savory hand pie--flaky on the outside, packed with shrimp inside, and paired with a peppery, slightly smoky mayo that ties it all together. Bacalhau (Salt Cod Cakes): These are a Portuguese classic done right. Crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside--perfectly salty and satisfying. Chouriçinhos and Shishito Peppers: The smoky, blistered peppers is simply perfect. It's a dish that hits all the right notes. Mac & Cheese Portuguese Style with Linguiça: Comfort food with a twist. The linguiça adds a smoky, spicy kick to the creamy pasta, making this a must-try even among all the other amazing options. The best part? These are just a few of the many choices on the menu. Tasca Tasca has a vast and varied selection of tapas that ensures there's truly something for everyone. Each plate is crafted with care and packed with flavor--it's impossible to make a bad choice here. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and unpretentious. The service is consistently attentive and friendly, making the experience even better. The staff clearly knows and loves the menu, and they're happy to help guide you through it. If there's one downside, it's the lack of parking, so plan ahead or be ready to take a stroll from a nearby lot. But once you're inside, any parking hassle is quickly forgotten. In short, Tasca Tasca is a must-visit. Whether you're looking for a casual solo dinner, a fun date night, or a place to graze and chat with friends over great food and wine, it delivers on all fronts. Come hungry--and maybe wear stretchy pants. read more

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We appreciated our dinner at Tasca Tasca. Especially enjoyable were the goat stew, ceviche, smoked duck, & mango sorbet. Our waiter was knowledgeable & helpful in recommending options. read more

I can't believe I still have not left a review for Tasca Tasca. It is by far one of our favorite places to eat at, in Sonoma. The service is always warm & extremely friendly, we aren't only checked on by our server but everyone else working there always makes sure we are being taken care of. You can't go wrong with anything you order, but for sure the Pig Ears are always a must! The food is very filling & seasoned perfectly, as my husband says, "it should be a crime for the food to taste this good!". They can accommodate large groups but since the space is small, I'd recommend making a reservation for groups larger than 4 people -- especially on a weekend. Photo 7 Items - Front left to right : steak tartare, potatoes "ao murro" Back left to right: smoked duck breast, pate of sardines, shrimp passion fruit ceviche, fried spicy pig's ears, Dungeness crab empadas read more

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If you love to try a bunch of things and not be tied down to a single entree, this is for you. Portuguese tapas! We love Portugal, and we love having this experience in Sonoma County. Must try: Fried pig's ear (yes, just do it!!) Bacalao (cod cakes) Crab empanadas Shrimp ceviche Olive oil ice cream Delicious and a really good deal! read more

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Great place to grab some nibbles while wandering around Sonoma Plaza. Of course, I'm always looking for a Tapas type place so I feel like this was destined for me anyways. Portuguese in style and flavors, they have a number of tapas to pick from. How it works.... First figure out how hungry you are. Then take a look at the menu to see what catches your eye. Then determine how many you want to try... 3, 5, 7 for lunch. I wasn't super hungry and I knew we'd be having a wine and snacks later. So, we each went with 3. We pobably should have just ordered the 7 for the 2 of us as that would have been the better 'deal' so to speak. Oh well. Live and Learn. Serrano Ham - Great flavor, savory, tender, melted in your mouth. Not super salty. More Please. Beet salad - Big fresh chunks of beets! Light and Tasty! Picles (aka pickled veg) - These were fantastic. I would have purchased a jar to go if they offered it. Tosta Mista - SOOOOO Good! I mean... literally cannot go wrong with serrano ham, melted cheese on a lovely piece of toasted bread. Piri Piri Potatoes - Good but I would have preferred the outside of the potato to be crispier... Still they went well with everything else we ordered. Boquerones (white anchovies) - Yum! Now .... before you turn your nose up to anchovies.... you really should give these a try. White Anchovies are nothing like their cousin - the anchovies that are typically put on pizzas or used in the Caesar salad dressing. Those are very strongly fishy flavored and super fishy oily. White Anchovies are not. They are more delicate in flavor. Yes, they still have a fish flavor, but it is not as off-putting in flavor or smell as the other kind. I first had these in Spain and now look everywhere for them. Still the best was the ones we had in Spain. The search continues.... until I can go back. Would definitely come back to Tasca Tasca if we find ourselves in the area again. PS.... they are next door to my fave bubbly bar... SIGH! So, if you can start at one and then go to the other ... since they are next door to one another. read more

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A group of 5 discerning foodie gals were out for a birthday dinner before the Transcendence Theater. We were all satiated and wow'ed! Two 'boards' of 7 items each were recommended so we went for it. Two choices each, the birthday girl got to choose 1-2 more plus the 2 desserts (which are counted as part of the 7). I'll try to get them all here. They're divided by Cheese/Garden/Sea/Land/Sweet: Cheese: Queso Fresco w/Tomato Jam - creamy mild and well accented w/the jam. Garden: Kale salad / Quick Fried Beans / Fried Piri-Piri Potatoes - Loved the kale salad and beans. Potatoes were good - sauce is on the bottom! Sea: Salt Cod Cakes /White Anchovies w/hard boiled egg - Loved the cod cakes, they taste like crab cakes. White anchovies were really good too. Land: Piri-Piri Chicken wings/Chounpinhas w/Shishito peppers (small sausages) - Great chicken wings though not particularly special. The Choupinhas were unique to us and delicious with the peppers. Sweet: Passion Fruit semifreddo - Mango and Chocolate Mousse - Passion fruit was subtle and lovely. Chocolate Mousse - again good, not unique but a good size portion with lots of whipped cream. White port tonic and the Passionfruit & pomegranate sangria were not overly sweet and loved by all who tasted them. Peter was our main server and very helpful. I'd love to go back sooner than later. read more

Make this your first stop in downtown Sonoma. The food, the service, and the presentation were all phenomenal. It made me feel like I was back in Europe - and at an affordable price too! Loved every second of the experience. Great wine and cocktail selection too! read more

We made a small trip to Sonoma for the weekend. We were looking for a place to stop by for dinner and Tasca Tasca appeared as a bookmarked place. We walked in ~5 PM and were immediately seated. The restaurant is in downtown and has plenty of seating. The menu is tapas/has small bites. Since we were a group of 3, we decided to order ~10 items. Each plate is small, so it's perfect to share and try out different plates. We ordered oysters, scallops, mac n cheese, the kale salad, potatoes and crab/cod cakes. The cod cakes were decent, and oysters were well seasoned. Everything else was OK, nothing to rave about but nothing to complain about, as it was reasonably priced for being in downtown. Since it was Portugese food, I expected to be amazed by the food. It was alright, and we left full... The scallop we would definitely skip on. The ceviche also had 30% cashews in it..which I had never had in ceviche before. It added more volume and it looked like shrimp, but it was left as leftovers as it was not what we expected to be in ceviche... Food is solidly 3/5. read more

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My husband and I came here for lunch and got player parking! I was curious with this place and love that you get to try different food. Great service!! We got the 5 items tasting menu. It was actually pretty big. I can't remember everything we tried but it included wings (they actually give a lot for a tasting menu)_, fave was ceviche, steak tartare and other things. I would come back to try more things. read more

Service was nice food was cold tables close together and the next table was loud girls that were OLD enough and knew better wanted to ruin eveyone else's night We were just visiting for and night no reason to go back read more

Beautiful, intimate restaurant in the heart of Sonoma. All of the dishes are delicious! My wife and I did the 7 item tasting dinner menu and that was plenty for us. We left full and satisfied from the amazing meal. Small, but sizable portions perfect for sharing. Seasoned well. Served at the perfect temperature. The staff is friendly, the service is prompt. And the restaurant is comfortable. A little loud due to the size since it is on the smaller side, but it wasn't overall distracting or take away from the experience. Highly recommend this unique gem! read more

Shared 5 tapas and enjoyed wine flight. Save a space in your selection for mousse. Yum! Waitress handled entire space with charm. Off the main square and really great food! read more

Amazing flavors, beautiful presentation and colors, great value for the price. I've been here numerous times and have never been disappointed. read more

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A pretty solid and unique take on tapas, Portugese style. Its a small spot with some outdoor dining but we sat at the bar and it was quite packed around 7pm on a Friday night. The service was pretty solid and friendly and we never waited for long for much. We just split the 5 tapas but I like that each person could order there own 3-5-7 tapa plates. We got the cheese with honey, the wings, the Passion Fruit Semifreddo, the gazpacho, and the fried peri peri potatos. All of it was good but nothing was next level amazing- the passion fruit dessert was probably the best thing, followed by the cheese (though I wish it came with a tiny bit of bread or crackers). I am sure some of the more traditional items would be even tastier, we just weren't feeling adventurous that day. They had a lot of passion fruit flavored items, which I love, and we thought the cocktails were tasty and fairly priced (sangria was nice). read more

Food was mediocre. It was not too bad but not great. Service was very good. This place was nothing special.

Dungeness Crab Empadas 3 crispy corn skin, not flavorful filling, Chipotle mayo, only 2 pc Goat Stew 4 fingerling potatoes, strong goaty smell, tender, juicy, flavorful Smoked Duck Breast 4 muscatel glaze, tender, medium juicy, smoky flavor, only 3 slices Braised Honeycomb Tripe 4 stew, chewy, juicy, flavorful soup Caldo Verde 3 Portugal's National Soup, chicken & beef stock, pork sausages, slightly sour read more

Incredible that the flavors of the Azores Islands have come to life in Sonoma. Oh my gosh, this is where my grandparents are from, so it has additional significance My wife and I ordered a serving with seven tapas to choose, and each of them were more incredible than the last. I absolutely loved this place and can't wait to come back. read more

i love the small bites. we were able to try 14 different things! all excellent. server was knowledgeable. decor is cute and cozy. great spot for all occasions. read more

Great place for small bites and drinks. We enjoyed a sangria along with crab empanadas, duck breast, lamb stew, kale anchovy salad, oysters, shrimp ceviche, and a Portuguese cinnamon flan. Service is good. read more

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We made reservations on open table for a party of two and for seated promptly but not at table but at the bar. I thought that was a little bit off, but oh well. We ordered a total of 12 tapas and all were delicious. The Sangria is a must as well. I will definitely be back. read more

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Made a reservation to come here on a Sunday with four people. It wasn't too busy when we arrived but it definitely picked up a bit later. The menu is basically build your own tapas board. They have tons of port and wine options. They even have cocktails made with port that they make fresh, as they were sold out that day. We got the following: Pig ears: too sweet imo. I wish the description mentioned it was basically candied pig ears. Mac and cheese: wish it was creamier and probably wouldn't get again so I can try something else next time since the menu is huge. Green beans: crispy and delicious! Smoked duck: comes with a sweet glaze on top and good smoky flavor Empanadas: get the empanadas! They're filled with crab, crispy, and the sauce was creamy/delicious. Oysters: the sauce on top wasn't anything special imo but they were very fresh. Crudo scallop: fresh and clean tasting, the Serranos had good heat! If I were in the Sonoma area, I'd stop by again. Not everything was my favorite but the food was overall tasty. I enjoyed the large menu that had a little bit of everything! read more

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I loved the concept here, you pick a bunch of small items and have a little feast for yourself! Everything was excellent and so tasty, just the right quantity to not get overwhelmed. Lovely wine selection, and the staff were really friendly and helpful! Got this lovely spread here before seeing a show at the theater across the square. Highly recommend! read more

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I was really excited to come here. I was hoping to try some new flavors. The ceviche had too much lime, it overpowered the rest of the flavor. The cheese and meats were kinda basic. Pork sliders tasted straight out of a family barbecue. The empanadas were also so salty. The steak tartare really, hurt the most. The color was not right, neither of us touched it and we were surprised that it was served. It looked like half cooked meat with a grayish tint. I'm disappointed because a lot of people said they liked this place. I'm hoping it was just an off night, but it was really off. read more