In Los Angeles, you don’t have to travel far for tapas, sangria, and other classic Spanish dishes. You can find everything from traditional paella to Basque-inspired tapas and pintxos when you book at a best Spanish restaurant in Los Angeles.
Head to the Valley for a Spanish-inspired brunch feast. Groove to live music while enjoying tapas at a rooftop bar in Downtown LA. Sip Spanish wines at a chic bar in Santa Monica.
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For stellar tapas at a best Spanish restaurant in Los Angeles – check out Telefèric Barcelona (Westside)
A stylish spot tucked in Brentwood, Telefèric Barcelona brings the flavors of Spain to Los Angeles. The restaurant is a destination for traditional Spanish tapas like jamón Ibérico, gambas al ajillo, and signature croquetas. Order a paella to share, then wash it all down with a refreshing glass of sangria.
For an outdoor patio that will transport you to Spain – head to Casa Cordoba (Montrose/Glendale)
With its rustic wooden beams, tile mosaics, and a sun-drenched courtyard patio twinkling with string lights, Casa Córdoba is a Mediterranean-inspired escape. Dig into a menu of traditional Spanish dishes like smoky paella packed with saffron-infused rice, pan con tomate, and a classic Spanish tortilla on the lush patio or in the lively dining room. Don’t miss the popular happy hour.
For Spanish tapas and top-notch wines – book a table at Manchego (Santa Monica)
A neighborhood go-to, Manchego charms with rustic wood accents, warm lighting, and shelves lined with Spanish wine. Bring a crew to share cured meats and cheeses, standout Spanish tapas like jamón wrapped dates, and stellar Spanish- and South American-leaning wines from small batch producers. Bonus points for a charming patio.
For elegant Spanish-California dishes from an award-winning chef – go to San Laurel (Downtown)
Located on the 10th floor of the chic Conrad Los Angeles, San Laurel is where you go for city views paired with a modern Spanish-meets-California menu from celebrity chef José Andrés. Standout dishes include roasted eggplant with mole and puffed rice and crab fennel soup. The cocktail menu, featuring creative takes on classics and Spanish wines, is equally as elegant. Dining on the outdoor patio is at this best Spanish restaurant in Los Angeles.
For a stellar tapas tasting menu at a best Spanish restaurant in Los Angeles – reserve a seat at Xuntos (Santa Monica)
With warm terracotta hues, sleek marble counters, and chic red leather seating, Xuntos in Santa Monica channels an intimate Spanish wine bar. It’s the perfect backdrop for digging into Basque-inspired tapas and pintxos. Don’t miss the tapas tasting menu or the standout selection of sherry, vermouth, and Spanish wine.
For Spanish villa vibes just steps from the beach – don’t miss Gabi James (Redondo Beach)
Head to Gabi James for Spanish dishes with a contemporary California twist—think crispy calamari with Pacific squid and glazed pork belly with date mostarda. The menu features several classics as well, including a knockout seafood-studded paella. With warm terracotta tones, sleek tilework, and soft lighting, the space goes all in on Mediterranean villa vibes.
For rooftop views and live music – go to La Lo La Rooftop (Downtown)
Located on the 34th floor of the AC Hotel Downtown LA, La Lo La Rooftop features a Spanish-inspired tapas menu with faithfuls like patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo. Pair them with specialty cocktails like a house gin and tonic or glass of sangria—including non-alcoholic options. Come for epic views; stay for live music and DJs when the sun goes down.
It’s hard to go wrong with flavor-packed tapas, seafood paellas, and refreshing sangria and cocktails when you book at a best Spanish restaurant in Los Angeles. Just remember, the best tables book up fast in the city, so plan ahead.
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Esther Carlstone is a travel and food writer based in Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Tripadvisor, Insider, and more. Follow her on Instagram @familyfieldtrip.
