Delicious paella and Spanish tapas!…read more The paella was seasoned well with hefty portions of seafood. $59 for two people (minimum) and two tapas plates were plenty. The interior is decorated very casual and homey, it was a fun ambiance with excellent service! The flan dessert was so rich and creamy too. I would come back to try more of the hot tapas plates!

Came here during happy hour to see what all the hype was about, and it definitely lived up to its…read morereputation. The ambiance was relaxed and inviting, especially for the middle of the day, making it a great spot to unwind over a few tapas and drinks. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and helpful, walking us through the menu and offering recommendations, which made ordering much easier for first-timers. My favorite dish was the ham and cheese-filled tapa--it was rich, crispy, and packed with flavor. We also enjoyed the chicken with onions and the sausage, both of which were simple but well-executed. As with most traditional tapas bars, don't come expecting a huge meal since the portions are meant for sharing and sampling. The sangria was refreshing and paired well with the food, though it wasn't particularly memorable. Overall, Costa Brava is a great place for happy hour, good conversation, and authentic tapas with attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere.

Having dinner in this place is like traveling in time to the pass... it's one of the more classic…read moreTijuana places... it's been here for decades and coming back is always a great experience... old school Spanish cuisine, inside of an old building resembling an old tasca in Madrid... Gisela our server made it so smooth that we had a wonderful dinner I had the Solomillo encebollado a tender piece of meat seasoned with red wine and fried onion that made the Cabernet taste like honey!!! Everything under a friendly welcoming ambiance... Tijuana has great places... look for it and enjoy...

We were staying at the hotel across the street a while back…read more.. the husband was working so the kids and i headed here for a early dinner. it's the same group as Caesars ...and many other restaurants in the area. Very reputable group. Of the one's i've tried...i would say that this is my favorite. the menu's are similar...but this had a very local vibe. Service was super friendly (although our server didn't speak ANY English)...we still got the job done and they were amazing! Food was delicious. More on the pricey end ...especially considering we are in Mexico....but very worth it. I would absolutely return for another meal.

10/10. Muy lindo todo, excelente servicio y muy rico…read more Ambiance was wonderful, you can tell there was a lot of love poured into it. The servers were very kind and could tell that he cared for the quality of service and food. We liked everything. Bites was the mini burgers of cochinita, they were well loaded and full of flavor. The aguachile was espectacular, very spicy even for me who loves it. If you aren't a fan of habanero, beware. The tostadas were a great amount for the two plates and for two of us. We actually want to go back and try the aguachile New York style which is a steak. They were out since there was a big party the night before- post Labor Day weekend.

Yummy drinks in a cute dark bar in the middle of downtown TJ! Lovely break/little escape from the…read morehustle of downtown. Servers are attentive but not overbearing, fun to see the bartenders making drinks and using smoke.

Best "Pulpo a la gallega" and "Sopa de Ajo" Amazing service…read moreConvenient location Car Parking available

Food, service and ambience was great. Parking very accessible. Drinks were great and excelent…read moreservice

Great food reminds me of you of being in Spain. Highlight of this establishment is by far the white…read moreglove service and friendliness from the bartenders Alena and Israel. If you are questioning this go in and ask for Alena.

Food is always amazing! Every Comic-Con I always come to get their infamous black seafood paella!!…read moreTo die for! And their Calamares Fritos! This year my husband tried the lamb chops and it's super good he loved it! I tried their hibiscus mocktail not very fond of it but is good. Service the hostess can improve a bit she sat us down without menu. But they're busy I guess l. Our hostess was amazing and very attentive! Ambiance is superb!

The ambiance is Fantastic! Food is Wonderful!…read moreService is Impeccable! This Restaurant Serves Authentic Spanish Food In TJ. Everything was very Fresh and Tasty! We had the mussels and a shrimp appetizer to start. For main course we both went with the fish, Yummmmmy. The bread and dipping sauce was very good too. Prices totally reasonable... 2 apps, 4 beers, 2 main dishes about $80 before tip. The menu is in Spanish but the waiters speak a little English. CONCLUSION: I Recommend this restaurant! PRO TIP: Download the Google Translate App. It allows you to view the menu and it translates it as you watch in on your phone. BRILLINT!

Excellent Spanish cuisine. Excellent tapas. Great wine list (although they are no longer offering…read moreLA Cetto). Great Spaniard ambiance although they had US Christmas jazz music on the background for some time. The tapas were amazing! We did not get to the paella but they looked great. The desserts were to die for! See the photo of the cheesecake!

Needed some adventure and I've been missing Spain, so I leashed up my pup and headed to Little…read moreItaly. It's about as close to Madrid (other than Balboa Park) as you're going to get in the county of San Diego...especially if you sit down at Barra Oliba. I literally felt like I was in a café in Madrid or Barcelona and enjoyed not only the familiar salty flavors that I've missed from Spain, but also the pure, rich, olive oil, and quiet ambiance as this is one block from the busiest part of Little Italy. My server, German, (his name) enjoyed helping me create the ideal light supper and allowed me to try a few Spanish wines (they have so many!). I settled on a Verdejo from Rueda. It was the right balance of fruit, acid, and slight floral to perfectly pair to my meal. I had the seasonal fish meuniere - white fish delicious and crispy on top (my favorite), garnished with capers and roe. It was accompanied with a tender lettuce and heirloom tomato salad with saffron dressing. The leftover dressing for the salad was the most amazing vinegar dip for a couple tater tots when I got home. The dressing was something I will go back for! Thank you, Barra Oliba for the perfect Spanish "girl dinner!" Can't wait to come back and try the Paella!

If someone told me if I was down for some sangria and tapas, I'd immediately say yes…read more The host and waiter were both super attentive and kind. Unfortunately, we had to sit outside in the heat and had flies surrounding us. But that didn't bother us -- we just kept ordering sangria, since it was happy hour. We split the following: + Tuna, uni & paleta ibérica toast⁣ + Patatas bravas⁣ + tuna carpaccio⁣ + Ajillo squid⁣ + chorizo croquetas⁣ My personal favorites were the tuna, uni & paleta ibérica toast, the patatas bravas and red sangria. Everything else could have had just a little more salt in it.

Pasan los años y la mejor paella de la región no cambia. Delicioso sabor, excelente servicio…read more Ambiente que te transporta a una tradición distinta e inolvidable.

Paella solo arroz sin mariscos totalmente un desastre Esta…read morepaella tuvo una fama muy buena pero de repente la calidad fue de mayor a peor Le recomiendo q no gasten su dinero en este lugar la camisa pésima

So sorry to report that Chiki Jai has burned down January…read more2018 It was around since 1947 and was an absolute favorite In the heydays of the 70's and 80's UPDATE: February 2018 Hear they are on a rebound at a new location in Tijuana.

This place just has a small sign outside. And it has no windows. But my meal was good! I had a…read morechicken breast with Spanish rice and soup for 240 pesos. And a sangria for 115 pesos. I will try to come back here when I am in Tijuana.

Craving for paella? or not, make that event! it will be…read morememorable. José Luis knows his thing. Gather your people for a feast. Everybody will be greatfull and satisfied

The best paella I have try in Mexico! The taste is so particular and juicy. I highly recommend…read moreeveryone to try it!!