Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 2938 reviews

What David Thomas D doesn't like about Espana:
The food and wine were great but the fact that I arrived on a mobility scooter and entered the restaurant on a 2-wheeled walker seemed to be a problem. It was difficult to enter the restaurant without inconveniencing other diners, and at one point, the server lectured me for blocking access of the servers to the tables. I don't often feel like a cripple when I dine out but this restaurant made me feel that way. Altho... View all feedback. What Mark A likes about Espana:
Getting a table at España is tricky because it is so popular, but it was worth the wait. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, and the staff are friendly and engaging. It was our first visit, and our server gladly helped us navigate the well-considered tapas. Everything was fantastic, well-portioned and flavourful. The chicharrones and roast baby beets were particular favourites. We explored two Spanish wines we'd nev... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Maryam
18.01.2018 - 16:56

Try to grab a seat in the window or in front on the street for some of the best people watching in the city. Great location and amazing tapas. Great Spanish win...

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Vernon
18.01.2018 - 16:56

Had tapas dinner. Bit of a dark ambiance, due to poor lighting. Tapas were great, however not all real authentic Spanish. Would come again!

Connie
18.01.2018 - 16:56

We had a great dinner with authentic and well-prepared tapas. Would eat here again for sure. No complaints.

Mikayla
18.01.2018 - 16:56

Was advised to come here specifically for the paella, which turned out to be quite good. I will comment that it didn't have any chorizo sausage in it, which is...

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Margit
18.01.2018 - 16:56

cozy place with very good service the food are small dishes ideal to order everything to the center and share with the family or friends Iberian ham, tortilla o...

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Espana is a popular restaurant known for its great food and wine, offering authentic Spanish cuisine. Despite some challenges like seating availability and service hiccups, customers continue to praise the delicious tapas, paella, and various small plates offered. The attentive and knowledgeable staff, along with a cozy ambience, make for a pleasant dining experience overall. While there have been some complaints about certain dishes not meeting expectations, Espana remains a go-to spot for those looking for a taste of Spain in town.

Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 328 reviews
Wilhelmine
03.08.2023 - 09:17

Great authentic Spanish restaurant. Good selection of Tapas. We had the Paella and the Chicharrones for appetizer. Both were excellent. Very knowledgeable staff...

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John
03.08.2023 - 09:17

Foreigners be ware. Food and Paella, pork belly, deep fried olives were very good. Beware if you use a not Canadian credit card the restaurant adds a surcharge...

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tougo
03.08.2023 - 09:17

We were celebrating our anniversary and had a cozy table in the back of the restaurant. Our server pared a delicious sherry with our fried olive appetizer. We a...

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Olaf
03.08.2023 - 09:17

Loved every minute of it!! Excellent wine selection and food was so tasty,I wanted more. Jessica is such a talented server!!

SalfordLadsClub
03.08.2023 - 09:17

I love this place. Ed is an amazing host and has been since his days at Bin 941. Great wine list, great food and the service is spot on within an industry strug...

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INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 1428 reviews
Christina
16.01.2024 - 16:24

Wow! Espana is never a dissapointment. Whats not to love? Perfectly located by English bay and boasting simple inviting ambiance. Oh the fresh food.... deliciou...

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Carolyn
16.01.2024 - 16:24

Great wine! Incredible fresh creative food! Highly recommend this quaint resto with super friendly staff

Gordon
16.01.2024 - 16:24

I've been to Espana many times and this was another excellent visit. The drinks, the music and the service were terrific and the food was out of this world! Lov...

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Gakchat
16.01.2024 - 16:24

Patatas Bravas were great.  Chicken liver pate on toast was ok but didn't blow us away. The Quail was shredded and heavily spiced, so we couldn't really tell it...

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FoodsHunt
16.01.2024 - 16:24

I like the cozy setting at the restaurant, foods are really good. I would recommend small group or date night at Espana. You should go early to avoid long wait.

Facebook
3.9 ★ from 128 reviews
Foursquare
4.1 ★ from 72 reviews
Google
4.5 ★ from 778 reviews
Zomato
4.3 ★ from 204 reviews

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