Family-owned and operated by Madrileño brothers Carlos and Gonzalo del Castillo and partner Kevin Davis, LaLoLa Bar de Tapas is a restaurant fueled by passion. Years of experience in Madrid allow the founders to provide an authentically Spanish dining experience with reviewers across the Bay Area agreeing that LaLoLa feels like un restaurante straight out of the streets of Spain.

Chef Gonzalo del Castillo’s Le Cordon Bleu credentials are evident in each savory selection on the menu, from the classic tortilla Española to flavorful crab-stuffed piquillo peppers. In addition to a wide array of food offerings, the menu also provides three portion choices to sate appetites big and small: pinchos (small bite), tapas (a few bites), and raciónes (entrée-sized). All options, of course, are perfect for sharing over a glass of Sangria.

Tapas bars are intended to be centers of socializing and enjoyment, and the spirited LaLoLa staff establishes a lively atmosphere perfect for a night out on the town. LaLoLa truly captures the essence of what Spanish tapas are all about: sharing great food with great company.

• Tortilla Española | Spanish potato and onion omelet
• Calamares Rebozados | fried calamari with aioli
• Champiñones al Ajillo | mushrooms in garlic and white wine sauce
• Piquillos Rellenos | crab-stuffed piquillo peppers with a creamy tomato-Béchamel sauce
• Cuajada dulce | goat milk cheesecake
• See full menu.

(4 stars and 304 reviews on Yelp)

"When you eat tapas in Spain, you don't eat and run, you go with friends, share a plate of Tapas and enjoy each other's company. At LaLoLas this seemed to be happening, lots of chatter in English and Spanish, everyone just enjoying the food." - Yelp Reviewer David P., San Francisco, CA, 5/4/2011
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"Everything was so, so delicious, and most of it left me wishing for seconds! The service was also really phenomenal. Our waitress was just the right level of friendly, gave great recommendations and made sure we left very, very happy." - Yelp Reviewer Jessica R., New York, NY, 2/10/2011
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"This place has amazing tapas. Went there for a late night snack, just for maybe 2 tapas - at least that was the thinking. But 5 tapas later, I'm a HUGE fan. Everything here is delicious. I will definitely be back prepared with an empty stomach." - Yelp Reviewer Kerri C., San Mateo, CA, 1/2/2011
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"I was absolutely blown away by this place! I loved the attention they give you once you walk in the door since it is first-come-first-seated. As far as the food. AMAZING! AFFORDABLE!" - Yelp Reviewer Nana R., San Francisco, CA, 8/19/2010
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