We wanted real wonderful authentic Paella on the beach. That is 100% what we received…read more They have been here a very very long time. I know as I was here in the late 90's and it was a staple to the community for authentic upscale back then. As you would expect it is a multi-lingual staff in some cases. It wasn't overly priced in my opinion for what was a peaceful beautiful authentic and FILLING meal. The atmosphere, the food, and wine were amazing. We would do it 100 times again.

A must visit gem! Friendly service, customer service, and fabulous food!! Thank you for a wonderful…read moreevening. The calamari was fresh and savory, while the paella was..... well, delicious is an understatement! Pics attached! Before and after pictures!

Jose (owner) is very friendly and an absolute master at making sangria. It was soooo delicious and…read morerefreshing. If your in rota you have to visit this sangria hut.

This small sangria shack is hands down amazing. The sangria is perfectly mixed when ordered and…read moreserved in pitchers only, great for groups. The sangria is typically accompanied with a plate of tomatoes,olives, and bread for snacking. The location is right on the water and within walking distance to most of Rota.

This place epitomizes the tapas bar! From the barrel tables and wooden bar stools to the local wine…read moreto the delectable small plates, you can't ask for more. We tried it all! The montaditos (small crusty sandwiches) were filled with succulent pork, and the pulpo was seasoned and cooked exceptionally well - and that's coming from my friend who doesn't care for octopus. We also tried the mixed cured meats and cheese platters. So freaking good! You MUST try this place!!

Only locals...so don't ruin it for them! Wine bar that sells wine in bulk as well as by the glass…read more Great tapas. I for stand up stools or outdoor seating. Very affordable! Cold tapas all day but warm tapas start at 2000hrs (that's 8pm for non 24 hr clock types).

This was my first stop while in Spain it came highly recommended and I must say I had a blast . I…read morewant to say we sat there and tried all the sherry and most of the tapas that were absolutely delicious and affordable . Everyone was so friendly and welcoming I would def go back . Try it .

What a beautiful venue! Literally, it's right on the beach with both indoor and outdoor seating…read moreaplenty. The atmosphere is amazingly coastal and the decor matches. The staff is extremely nice and welcoming, and not to mention they speak both Spanish and English. The food is doubly delicious. Specializing in Cuban style cuisine, they have it all. The fried plantains are great as well as the fried octopus. The Cuban dishes are the perfect portion, not too much but not too little. However, the food is relatively pricy, so know before you go (around €20 for a drink and entree). Speaking of drinks, I had a large mojito and they know how to do it up right. Honestly, this place is great and a sight to behold. From the ambiance to the food to the vista, what's not to like. Enjoy!

Our servers were very nice! We had an open-air dinner for a party of 7. Appetizers, dinners, and…read moredesserts. We enjoyed everything we had. It wasn't my favorite sangria I have had yet but the after-dinner house shot was excellent. The menu is via QR code, in Spanish and English. They do take cards and you even pay via QR code and split the bill yourself! Go for dinner and stay for the view!!!

Spain in a Paella Pan! What a beautiful little spot in the old town of Rota, Spain. The buildings…read moreare close together with walkways in between that have wonderful places like Casa Emilio setup outside. The star of this show was our awesome waiter and our awesome Paella. The waiter was like your Spanish uncle that you wished you had. Awesome guy, awesome service. So the Paella was perfectly cooked, nice and tender with the most flavorful crunchy bottom, the Paella trademark. A wonderful saffron flavor permeated through the rice, shrimp and veggies. This was everything you hope for when it comes to Spanish Paella in one of the most picturesque settings.

Be very careful if you order anything that is priced "segun mercado". You may get a nasty surprise…read morewhen they bring the bill. We did. We will not be eating here again. I might add that the way they prepared the fish was awful. And it was great raw materials. That added insult to injury.

This little tapas spot is probably one of my top 3 favorite restaurants in Rota! During my brief 4…read moreday stay in Rota, I've eaten here 3x..loll Their prices are very affordable and the quality of the food is consistently good! The menus have both Spanish and English and the wait staff speak decent English as well. Throughout my 3 visits, my buddies and I ordered plates of Spanish Iberico ham, Iberico ham on scrambled eggs and potatoes, stuffed rigatoni, cuttlefish croquettes, slow cooked pork bao buns (which are amazing!), grilled octopus over chopped potatoes, as well as, a few other dishes. The 2 dishes that really stood out to me were the Iberico ham over scrambled eggs and potatoes and the slow cooked pork bao buns (on the menu, also called Speedy Gonzales). The salty flavor and the texture of the Iberico ham, coupled with the flavors from the scrambled eggs and potato really work, and together, is a perfect bite! Meanwhile, the bao buns were definitely a surprise in a Spanish tapas restaurant..lol Nonetheless, these were cooked with care and were delicious! The tender pork was perfectly paired with guacamole and what tasted like a sriracha cream sauce. Utopia was definitely a great find in Rota, and for anyone who visits this quaint little city in Southern Spain, I highly recommend this restaurant for it's delicious food! :D

Amazing service. Artichoke tapas is incredible. Went back for dip n white wine many times on way…read morehome.

I got what I expected from a costal Spanish restaurant . Fresh seafood , quality ingredients ,…read moregreat service , scenic ocean view . My motto is I only eat seafood if I can see the ocean and this restaurant lived up to that .

My colleagues and I came here for dinner based on a recommendation from some locals. It's a great…read moreplace to have dinner, drinks, and enjoy the views. Venue: Come for the food, stay for the ocean view and sunset. This place is in a great spot next to the beach and easy to find. You will need to park your car somewhere in town, we parked a few blocks away near the Embarcadero parking lot. The restaurant is also very clean and if you arrive right at 8pm, you don't really need a reservation. Staff: Great service, especially for our for customers that don't know how to speak Spanish. They are fluent in English and very helpful in ordering local favorites and fresh fish. Food: We loved every item we ordered and it was nice to be able to share the dishes so we can all experience each other's plates. The grilled octopus was tasty and not too smoky or salty. The croquettes weee surprisingly tasty and not fishy at all. Definitely come here if you want to have dinner with a group or want to relax and enjoy a fun meal. We came here during the week and did not need reservations, but it can get busy on weekends, so make reservations if you can.