Outstanding service with a staff that is knowledgeable about their cocktails and food. We had a few tapas and all were very good. We also shared a paella dish with black rice (a first for me) that was also very good. The price was on the high side but within the "normal" range for Napa. I'd recommend it but check the menu and pricing so you're not surprised. read more

Walking in downtown Napa and we passed by Zuzu. Ot was inviting and the idea of tapas made us all excited. We were seated at the counter height table so it was a bit uncomfortable with a child but its not too big of a deal. Our orders were croquettes, mussels for small plates and we ordered the zuzu paella and paella negra. We had daiquiri and singapore "something" for our drinks. Everything was tasty and good! The paellas were both delicious and the mussels has a great balance of citrus and savory! We were seated outdoors and the vibe was great! It just took a while for the check and one of the orders was late. Overall I would definitely come again for a good Spanish cuisine! read more

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We escaped our little ones to celebrate our anniversary at Zuzu on a Thursday evening. It was a perfect and much needed date night! Located in the very pleasant and walkable downtown Napa area, we parked in a nearby structure at no charge around 6pm. The restaurant itself has a casual, welcoming ambiance with tables indoors/patio and upstairs. We started off with some strong drinks - I got the Sazerac pomegranate style and Wifey ordered the Singapore Sling. Foodwise, we ordered the Ceviche del Dia, Pan Fried Manchego Cheese, Chicken Croquetas, Gulf Shrimp w/ Garlic, and the Flat-Iron Steak. The shrimp was ridiculously flavorable, and the tastes still lingered on us all the way home. Our medium-rare flat iron steak was perfectly done - tender in the middle and seared nicely on the edges with whatever amazing stuff they put on top of it. We had a great time sipping our drinks, chatting, and enjoying our tapas plates one by one. Our server, Tony, was kind, helpful, and didn't rush us through our orders. Thank you, Zuzu, for a wonderful time celebrating our special evening! read more

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Stopped into ZuZu on a Saturday night with no reservation and we were seated pretty quickly. This was our first time dining here and our lovely waiter gave us all the best recommendations and picked an amazing bottle of Albariño for us. My favorite foods were the ZuZu Paella, Chicken Croquetas, and the Banana Tres Leches. The restaurant has such a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for long date nights! read more

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Sad to say that ZuZu didn't really hit the mark. I will say that the atmosphere and vibes were immaculate. The restaurant is located in downtown Napa and it's beautiful. There's a live guitarist across the street playing music, with the street lights and people wandering out (this part was great). Now to the not so great parts: -The ceviche came out first, it was very bland. It had very little seafood and was mostly Jicama (the sweet white root vegetable). The chips were okay. -the paella's rice didn't have those crispy edges. It was all extremely mushy. The amount of seafood was very generous but it was also bland. Most of the flavor came from the lemon and squid ink. -the steak pieces were very flavorful. This was the best part of the meal. However, for $50 I would find this more enjoyable if i had a couple more bites? But, I know as a tapas restaurant the plates would be small (although wasn't expecting it to be this small). Overall, the service was alright. Our server was extremely busy so I can tell they were not as attentive as they wished to be. It did take a long time for somebody to come take our order but that didn't take away from the experience at all. TLDR: come for the vibes not the food read more

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My bf and I made a reservation for the same day weekend easily. We arrived slightly early around 5pm and were seated without a wait as there was no one there. We got to sit upstairs. Ordered Jamon 5/5: this is so good and a great size for a couple to share! It came with two pieces of toaste ( garlic or olive?) Paella 5/5: delicious! It was a seafood and chicken paella. It comes with a lemony sauce that you can mix in. We had it the day after and it still hit so well haha Steak with chimichurri 5/5: im not a big steak person but this was good! The sauce was great. Parking: free lots nearby or street Overall I would come back for a nice date night or a meal with friends/family! read more

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We enjoyed our lunch at Zuzu. This Spanish tapas restaurant has good food and great service. We sat outside and the weather was perfect for a mid-day lunch. The decor was cute and inviting. We ordered the following: Lamb chop: over-cooked but tasted pretty good. It came with Mediterranean bbq sauce (3.5/5) Patatas fritas (4.5/5): very nicely fried and the potatoes were seasoned well but the sauce left some to be desired. It kind of tasted like chipotle in adobo from the can. Flank steak (4.75/5; delicious . Perfectly cooked. Great chimichurri but no jalapeño. Biggest complaint is that the description of this dish wasn't accurate. Lamb tartare (5/5; great seasoning texture and bread. One of my favorite dishes of the meal. Dungeoness crab filo dough special (Tunisian brik pastry- 4.5; amazing egg w runny yolk, lots of crab, green onion good flavor balanced and unique. Queso frito (5/5; great taste and seasoning. Perfectly fried and salad was awesome Drinks: Agave blossom (4/5; pretty strong but nothing phenomenal) and espresso martini (4/5: decent but I've had better.). Overall, we had a very satisfying meal and there were some stand out dishes in our meal. read more

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This place was unfortunately a letdown. I was excited to try ZuZu after seeing positive reviews online, but nothing really matched my expectations onsite. First, we had a wait of about 20 minutes to be seated for dinner, which was reasonable. However, our waiter left us hanging for over 15 minutes before taking our order. It was so hard to flag someone down, and the food also took almost 40 minutes to come out. At this point, we were just so hungry that anything tasted good. The paella was alright, but I wish there were more crispy edges. The portion also said for two, but I honestly felt like I could've eaten the one plate on my own LOL. Overall I didn't feel like the price justified the value. read more

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Our group of 3 dropped by Zuzu around 7pm on a Saturday, and were placed on the waitlist and told to return when we received a text. We walked around downtown and enjoyed looking at the Lighted Festival installations for around 30 minutes until we got a text to check back in. There are actually two entrances to two rooms that are adjacent to eachother, and we were seated alongside the wall across from the bar. The space is dimly lit and cozy - definitely a little tightly packed but still with enough space to have a conversation without needing to shout. We got an assortment of tapas and the Zuzu paella to share - everything was excellent, but we especially enjoyed the ceviche of the day, the bacalao, and the paella. The 4 tapas and the paella were quite filling for the 3 of us, despite our inital concerns that the paella looked on the smaller side. The paella had a very generous amount of seafood, and was very flavorful - the texture of the rice was excellent as well. I'll definitely be back for tapas and paella at Zuzu! It's probably best for couples and smaller groups, and can definitely get busy, so I would plan ahead for a short wait :) read more

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This was a vey mixed experience. I would rate it 3.5 stars. My husband enjoyed his meal, while I did not. The stand out dish was the mushroom freido, it was perfectly seasoned and came out hot. My husband enjoyed the lamb chops (special of the day). The queso tapas was just alright, I think it would have tasted better had it been a little warmer. The flan cheesecake was a tiny sliver, and more cheesecake than flan flavor. The gin and tonic of the day came in a giant glass, and seemed a little watered down. The negroni was fine... The service was great, our server had the deepest voice ever heard to man, he took good care of us. read more

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In a town known for good food, Zuzu stands out! Great Tapas, a cozy atmosphere and friendly service - This place is quickly becoming one of our favorite places to grab a weekend meal. The fact that we find ourselves driving 40 minutes to go here is a testament to just how good it is. read more

ZuZu - Pastel de Tres Leches; With Caramelized Bananas - Tapas Bars Near Me - Napa, California

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Highlights * Great seafood * Servers were accommodating for dietary restrictions * Popular (crowded) * Will come back next time we're in Napa read more

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We walked in on a rainy Monday around lunch hour, and the food immediately lifted our mood. The mussels were perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and the Zuzu Paella was so delicious I couldn't stop eating it--especially with my paired wine. An unexpectedly wonderful meal on a gloomy day. read more

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We came back to one of our very favorite tapas restaurant. Once again, it hit all aspects of the dining experience. Server was knowledgeable, engaging, and accommodating. We had both types of paellas (black and seafood), steak, Potatoes, and shrimp. The desserts we shared were the chocolate pot d'creme and the butter cake. All 10's! We sat upstairs and it was a very pleasant and warm ambiance. We will definitely be back. Oh yeah, with drinks and party of five, cost was under $60 each. read more

We recently tried Zuzu and really enjoyed it! The food was good, with lots of options and variety. We particularly enjoyed the black paella, the cheese plate, the patatas bravas and the Serrano ham. The staff were very friendly and helpful and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. The restaurant is in downtown Napa with seating both indoor and outdoor and really close to the river walk. read more

We just did a walk in around 5 pm there were plenty of seating options open inside/ outside we choose indoor seat. Our server gave us the drink & regular menu upon seating. I choose The Botanist Islay Dry - angelica, chamomile, water mint, lemon balm with light tonic. This was very refreshing & perfect summer drink hint of citrus tasted really good. We ordered various tapas- Heirloom Tomato Salad with mascarpone cheese pickled red onions & basil lemon vinaigrette. Gambas al Ajillo Fresh Gulf Shrimp with Garlic, Pequin Chili & Smoky Pimentón Arros Negra - Black Paella with Clams, Shrimp, Calamariand a Daily Fish. We enjoyed all the items ordered especially the seafood was very fresh. Restaurant was having a relaxed vibe maybe since it was week day not to crowded & the service was ok. read more

Absolutely packed on the weekends, me and my party of 3 had to sit at the bar (so see if you can get there early or get a reservation!) We got the croquetos del dia, Spanish jamon iberico with pan con tomate, Akaushi Flat-Iron Steak and ZuZu Paella. My friend got a gin tonic of the month and I got an NA beverage (I can't remember, it had coconut and lime lol). Service was great even though it was packed, our waiter was really attentive and food came out at a reasonable pace. read more

ZuZu - Croquetas, Spanish Jamon Iberico De Bellota, gin of the month - Tapas Bars Near Me - Napa, California

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We had a very good meal here! The food and the preparation of the paella and tapas were good and we liked every dish that we ordered. The service was efficient and food was served quickly. The ambience was classic including the dank and dark dining area, something I would expect at a very old Tapas and Paella place. Things that could improve: 1. Wait staff seemed very reserved when communicating with us....not so with the other customers...maybe we were not dressed up for the occasion. Well we too paid good money and ordered quite a bit for a party of 2 , so thought we deserved a little more friendliness. 2. Lighting could be a tad brighter to enjoy the full experience. 3. Squid ink Paella tends to be very wet and thus requires to cooked longer for the rice to get the classically burnt and stuck to the pan. That is whole essence of a paella. We missed that though we liked the dish for its fresh seafood. We will hope to stop by and enjoy this place better next time we are in Napa. read more

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We ordered several items: salad, seasoned almonds, chicken croquettes, and an interesting pastry dish with an egg. Overall the food was fairly good (3.75/5). The service was excellent and the interior was relatively clean, inviting. read more

Had a second experience here and the food was not very impressive this time. I still love the vast gin menu and the gin tonics are huge. But I'm just not sure this is worth it at ~$18-20 per small plate Ceviche - it was halibut the night I went. Very few pieces of fish, mostly other veggies/filler. This dish has good flavor, but the fish itself had a fishy funk and didn't taste like it was of great quality. Tortilla espanola - plain and dry. A little overdone in my opinion Steak - they asked what temp we wanted and we asked for medium. What came out was closer to rare Chicken croquetas - still great. Crisp exterior and soft interior, nice and savory. Shrimp/gambas - this was my favorite. Shrimp are cooked well and the sauce is delicious. But at $5 per shrimp... maybe not worth it Apple empanada - the edge of the empanada had an overpowering burnt sugar flavor that was super bitter. The fruit filling was pretty meager, and although the menu said apple, the receipt said peach so not sure in the end what it was. Tres leches - this was very tasty with crisp caramelized banana. Overall, I wouldn't come back again. The quality of the food just doesn't match the price anymore read more

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We were in Napa for the weekend for our anniversary and saw this place on Yelp. We saw that there were no reservations available so we decided to just walk in. We were able to get seated right away at the bar. We probably would've had a better experience at a table but it was still a good time. The bartender was pretty swift with the service. We ordered a carafe of sangria for drinks and then went on to the menu. The paella was a must. We also got the ceviche and croquettes. My husband couldn't eat the ceviche because it was saturated in avocado, which he is allergic to, but more for me! The paella was delicious: 5/5 All the flavors were there Ceviche: 4/5 Could've had more of a kick, but still good Croquettes: 3/5 it was a little too oily for me Sangrias: a little watered down Service: 4/5 The bartender was attentive, but I think table service is always better and personal. The restaurant was packed on this Saturday night and the noise was lively. Overall, we had a good time and a good meal. read more

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We had a reservation and sat upstairs in the dimly lit area by the windows. The workers were very nice but I agree with others that the paella was bland. The charcuterie cheeses were the best part. read more

Stopped in for lunch yesterday and had such a great time. Such a cute little restaurant in downtown Napa! So clean and so full of character! Our server was so friendly and so helpful in sharing recommendations. We (party of 2) wanted to order so many things, and she really helped us narrow it down to two tapas and 1 paella and everything WAS SO DELICIOUS. Also ordered a zero proof cocktail-- lime in the coconut and it was so refreshing! We went with the Paella Negra, Grilled Octopus Special and the Daily Ceviche. They know how to skillfully prepare and cook seafood. The grilled octopus dish was the most tender octopus I've had in my life. Everything was cooked perfectly. I can't wait to go back. read more

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We love this place! We lived in Europe for years and brought our friends that also lived there just bc we felt it was comparable to places we have been while living overseas. It's THAT good. We went yesterday and it was still that good. Our waitress was lovely. The hostess (older petite blonde/greyish hair) on the other hand, the vibes were just eh. We asked for a table outside as we had our dog with us and asked for heater to be turned on as it was like 40 out. She said it will be awhile as managers are in a meeting. Ok thats fine. We start off with flat iron steak and the croquette of the day. The steak we get every time. It just melts in your mouth, so good! The croquette was chicken and i think she said poblano peppers. It was rich in flavor, tiny bit of spice and breading was crunchy and cooked to perfection! After we finish our tapas the hostess asks if we are done, I say yes and ask for bread (I thought it was complimentary but maybe we were charged twice idk). I don't think she responded just gave me a look and took all our dishes. she brought out some cold stale bread and was like the waitress said you have more dishes coming and you ordered paella. I said that is correct. She was like you said you were done, I wouldn't have taken your silverware if you had more stuff coming, she was really catty in her response and it was all just unnecessary. I apologized and explained I thought she was referring to the tapas. A lot of places bring fresh silverware with entrees so I didn't think anything of her taking everything. I was just really put off by her whole demeanor every interaction. I am not sure if maybe she was an owner? She parked in the street with hazards on which gave that vibe. Either way i was pretty surprised as we have not encountered her/that attitude anytime we have been. After the interaction we received our paella (we always order the black paella) and it was great as usual! There were a couple of pretty small pieces of shell that i bit into that hurt but thats ok. We finished off the meal with chocolate custard that was also great! We still enjoyed our meal and will be back of course. Hopefully we won't encounter that same hostess next time or if we do she will be having a better day and won't be unnecessarily rude to people. read more

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We stopped by here without a reservation while on vacation and luckily, they were able to squeeze us in. The food and service were great. There were a couple of yummy specials, which we tried. It's a tapas style place so lots of interesting dishes to explore. The place was packed on a Saturday night. read more

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Napa had too many options for dining, for me and The Wife in a day trip. We visited the Napa River waterfront, then went into Zuzu mostly due to proximity. We were very glad afterwards. Price and value were good here, and the location with big picture windows looking toward the river was optimal. The service was very efficient, and the dishes were mostly excellent. I had mussels while The Wife ordered asparagus covered with almonds and cheese. There was a mushroom dish with a kind of fried pasta that I didn't care for - too one note bitter. The desserts and drink menu were extremely good - pastel de tres leches and Andalusian pot de creme. read more

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One of my favorite places in Napa! I've come here multiple times, and because the menu rotates a bit to reflect the season, so its hard to recommend specific items. BUT, if you see squash blossoms on the menu, you MUST PARTAKE. So good! I loved the creamy filling with the crisp, floral casing. The paellla is the signature dish here and absolutely worth sharing as well. Seafood is delicate and flavorful without being too pungent. There was honestly not a bad bite in the entire meal, and we definitely ordered a lot. In Napa, you can throw a rock and hit excellent wines in any direction, and Zuzu is no exception. Enjoy a glass of wine with your selection, even if it's not Napa-local (but they have plenty!) and be sure to sit outside and people-watch. Service is quick and attentive, and overall friendly. No pretentiousness here! The location is also super convenient to explore the rest of downtown. read more

This place is on point. Damian as a waiter guided us towards a wonderful experience. Not expensive, but the meal (shared plates) are very well done. Very friendly service, very interested in ensuring our meal and experience was top notch. It was. I would recommend it for sure. I doubt we will be in NAPA ever again without attending ZUZU. The filo dough brick - stuffed with crab - amazing. Followed by the lamb chops, flank steak - The Flan was the BEST my wife has every tasted. Brilliant overall evening. We WILL be back. read more

my favorite restaurant in Napa. Everything is fabulous. Food and drinks 10/10. My favorite part was the martini I ordered. Some sort of spicy martini, best I've ever had. read more

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This place is a local favorite, and now it's even better with an in-house mixologist and bar area! He was super friendly, informative, and knowledgeable - definitely a great add to this place! The one thing I wish they would do differently is change up their menu. They've had the same tapas on the menu for years.. if they could figure out how to make a rotational menu, they'd really blow it out of the park! read more

ZuZu - Tapas Bars Near Me - Napa, California

Whenever someone asks where to eat in Napa I always recommend Zuzu... this is my go to place for date nights and get togethe's with the girl. The tapas are amazing and ingredients are locally source. My faves are the ceviche (any) queso frito, the peach salad, gamba, and any paella read more

After trying many restaurants in Napa, Zuzu turned out to be one of the most unexpectedly impressive spots of the trip. It specializes in Spanish tapas. I originally thought it would be a casual small-plate place, but every dish that came out showed clear attention to plating and detail. The presentation was much more refined than expected, yet the prices were still very reasonable by Napa standards. Overall, it was a very pleasant surprise. Everything we ordered was excellent--almost no misses, and in fact most dishes arrived looking so good that they immediately set a nice tone. The octopus was incredibly tender with a good bite, lightly charred on the surface, and paired well with the sides and sauce. The patatas bravas looked simple but were fried very evenly, crispy outside and soft inside, and the plating was neat rather than sloppy. The paella is also a must-order: rich aroma, not overly wet, with just the right amount of crisped rice at the bottom. The seafood was fresh, and the colors and presentation were beautiful. Portion size was moderate but satisfying. The cold dishes were impressive as well. The ceviche had a balanced acidity, refreshing but not bland, and the plating was clean and intentional. Other tapas--whether meat or vegetables--were consistently well seasoned. Nothing was overly salty or trying too hard to be "creative." Everything felt skillfully executed, and the overall presentation style was cohesive: relaxed enough to be tapas, yet refined enough to match the expectations of Napa's dining scene. As for price, it's very reasonable for Napa. It's not like some winery restaurants where a few dishes can quickly run up a huge tab, and you don't feel like the portions are tiny. Sharing several dishes between two people is just right, and the balance between quality and cost feels spot-on. Zuzu's biggest strength is that every dish tastes great and has its own highlight, without trying too hard. The whole meal flows naturally. If you're craving refined, beautifully plated, and consistently delicious Spanish food without paying high-end winery prices, this is a great choice. If you're in Napa and want something different from the usual winery tasting menus, Zuzu is definitely a place you'll want to go back to. Highly recommended. read more

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This came highly recommended during our trip to Napa and it did not disappoint! Everything was so flavorful and absolutely delicious. It's a very warm and cozy atmosphere. Our server was knowledgeable about the food and gave great recommendations. The asian pear salad was personally my favorite dish. read more

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Zuzu is a lively bar and tapas place, right along the river. The bar inside was a fun with great bartenders. The tapas were fun. The ceviche was not as sour as we expected and I wish we had gotten the regular ceviche instead to try. That lamb tartare was rich and delicious. The potatoes and shrimp were just OK. read more

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After a lovely day wine tasting in Napa we were craving a Spanish Tapa's type restaurant that had Paella and we found ZuZu downtown nestled among other restaurants across from the river. They offer outdoor and indoor seating with well thought out cozy Spanish style decor that was impeccably clean. The service was extremely prompt and attentive. The food was absolutely on point! From the white anchovy salad to their house ZuZu Paella, the freshness and flavor really stood out. The overall experience was memorable. If you're craving Tapas and Paella in Downtown Napa then ZuZu is a definite try! read more

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Great late night spot for Spanish tapas and drinks. Perfect location by the riverfront with a relaxing lively atmosphere. Service was helpful walking us through the huge gin selection. read more

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TLDR- expensive, slow, bad service. A group of 5 of us visited ZuZu for dinner- even though we planned to spend $$$ for dinner since we were in Napa, we left without order another round of tapas. Each dish arrived to our tables every 15 minutes, so we got a small bite and waited for the next. They failed to even bring bread to the table, and never checked on us. As for the food, the seafood paella and steak tapa was good, everything else was just okay. read more

ZuZu - Tapas Bars Near Me - Napa, California

I'm rating Zuzu a 4 for the food, but a 3 for service. Came out to Napa for our anniversary. Wife likes tapas so this was a good find. We came earlier than our reservation but they accommodated us right away with seating on the front patio. We ordered the gambas, potato tortilla, salt cod, flat iron steak, and the Zuzu paella. Shrimp came out quickly with a nice spicy sauce, but wife didn't like the head on shrimp. Salt cod was nice and fluffy, and the steak had a nice chimichurri-style sauce. Paella had nice chunks of chorizo and chicken, and moist clams. There wasn't much of a crusty fond tho. Service was hit and miss. Second server was much more attentive. read more

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Zuzu in Napa was absolutely incredible -- 10/10 experience. Tapas are my favorite food, and this place delivered on every level. The Manchego cheese was amazing -- rich, nutty, and perfectly paired. The shrimp and skirt steak were both outstanding, cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. And the paella? Absolutely perfect. Beautifully prepared, full of depth, and easily one of the best I've had. To top it off, the bartender actually came to our table and crafted cocktails for us right there. Such a fun, personal touch that made the whole experience even more memorable. If you love tapas like I do, Zuzu is a must when you're in Napa. Incredible food, great atmosphere, and an overall amazing dining experience. read more

Terrific late night bite. We were a table of 4 and Loved all of the dishes. Pear Salad loved the flavors and dressing Paella for 2-we got the seafood with black rice and this dish will have me returning again & again, amazing and bountiful seafood, fish, shrimp, squid, scallop, mussels 4 lovely doused shrimp with a side of fresh bread , some sucked the juices out of the shells. Good service, could have water poured more often, had to ask. Nice wine pour for a dinner mate Kind wait staff. Down to earth, cozy atmosphere. read more

ZuZu - Seafood Paella with black rice for 2. Hearty portion. Absolutely delicious. - Tapas Bars Near Me - Napa, California