My wife and I visited for the first time, and from the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. I'm not sure if the gentleman who greeted us was the manager or the owner, but he immediately made eye contact, welcomed us with a smile, and seated us right away. That first impression set the tone for a wonderful dining experience. Our server, Eduardo, was outstanding professional, personable, and attentive throughout the evening. He took the time to explain the menu and offered excellent recommendations, which made it easy to try a variety of dishes. The ambiance was warm and comfortable, with music playing softly in the background, making it easy to relax and enjoy a conversation without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. We ordered several appetizers and tapas, followed by dessert, and every single dish was absolutely delicious. The quality, presentation, and flavors exceeded our expectations. Overall, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. We truly enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended! read more

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Fun place for happy hour! Was a little worried at first because our drinks were very slow to come out, but after catching the server's eye, she hustled them out - and the spicy margarita was delicious. What stood out, too, was the food. Really tasty small plates to complement a happy hour! We ordered three: charcuterie board, garlicky shrimp, and stuffed piquillo peppers, all of which were terrific. (Normally I want larger shrimp, but these were cooked perfectly, so no notes!) Atmosphere was joyful and light. Liked the good vibes and friendly staff. Would return. read more

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A tasty all you can eat brunch with great items and mimosa deal! I enjoyed most of what I ordered except for perhaps the picada, which was still good but a bit too salty for my liking. Pleasantly surprised with the other dishes though. Service was kind and attentive, especially with food allergies. Place wasn't packed when we came too which surprised me. I do want to try this spot again! read more

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Met a friend for a drink. They make really good margaritas!! We also spilt the steak and another tapas. Everything was good. The steak was perfectly cooked to medium rare. The place had a steady clientele. The World Cup was on the TV and popular. I recommend! read more

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Came for happy hour and enjoyed a nice and calm tapas meal. The ambiance was really pretty, decorated to celebrate the world cup. The service was okay, the waitress didn't come to the table often so we had to wait for her return often even though it wasn't too many people dining. Would return though because the food was flavorful and fresh. read more

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Such an amazing brunch! I'm not usually into all you can eat but theirs is a good value and has a huge array of options. Plus you can get $1 (on) and $2 (flavored) mimosas with the brunch. We tried many flavors and all were great: blackberry, strawberry, passion fruit, guava, lulo...! My fav food item was prob the arepitas, sooo fluffy and tasty. The waffles are excellent too. My party overall particularly loved the patacones and fried zucchini. And basically everything we tried lol. Nice little plates so you can try many things. read more

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Unfortunately I only have my desserts to show but that just says how good the food was! - I didn't even think to take a picture until I was done. Sabores is a great spot for friends, dates, family meals - the owners/managers are so welcoming, you know you're being taken care of the minute you walk in. On both occasions my table has ordered a variety of meats (cooked to perfection) and other tapas. Desserts are just the "icing on the cake". I'd recommend Sabores to anyone, already thinking about when I'll return too read more

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Enjoyed our meal. Every dish was delicious. Service was on point. Lovely Evening. read more

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One of the best happy hours in arlington! $6 margaritas that taste amazing. I love both the steaks and the chimichurri is so fresh tasting. The service is friendly and the atmosphere is lovely. read more

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I like the atmosphere there, people that working there, and food! I like to go there and I like to stay be there. And I'm there almost every day read more

After seeing that Sabores made Yelp top places I had to see for myself. I love going to tapa bars and love Spanish food. I came here during the week. Construction all over Columbia Pike but luckily there's a garage nearby that's free for the 1st hour, plus they will validate. Their menu choices are slim as compared to other Spanish tapa bars in the area. The ambiance was not there. Not romantic or cozy. .. I hoping to hear Flamenco music,or classic Latin music not reggaeton btw, I love reggaeton!! and I frowned when they were playing Bad Bunny and J Blavin . Like would you like to listen to Bad Bunny while your eating paella? I had their lunch menu special pick 3 for $24 which I thought was reasonable. I chose .potato tortilla croquettes Steak. the tortilla de patatas was decent. It was almost cold. I didn't wanna make a fuss but was disappointed at 12:30pm why would it be served cold? The flavors were ok and I like how the potato's were thinly sliced but it would have been more enjoyed if it was served hot. The croquettes which are my favorite tapas and I was looking forward to devouring it ... was mid. It lacked flavor and heavily breaded and seemed that it was deep fried in old oil because the coating of my croquettes were almost dark brown. I barely tasted any chicken. Jaleo/Spanish Diner have better croquettes. The steak.... was meh although I asked for medium rare.. it wasn't served hot. And could use more flavor. Service was impeccable which why I give it 3.5 stars . My waiter was very attentive to me, but I do agree that they try to push dessert too much... besides the choices were pretty slim.. after been disappointed on all 3 dishes of my meal. I declined. For lunch time and it wasn't busy. I dont understand why food was served almost cold. I dont know. Compared to other tapas restaurants in the area fell below my expectations. Boqueria Jaleo and Arrels would be my suggestions. I might give it another shot but they need to improve.. read more

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Sabores generously provided a delicious donation of mini arepas for our school's teachers, and it was truly appreciated. The manager was incredibly helpful and friendly throughout the process. Every visit we've had there has been a positive experience. Not only are the managers welcoming, but the entire staff consistently creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. read more

Sabores Tapas Bar - The manager handing us the mini arepas for the wonderful teaches at our school! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Our dinner last night at Sabores was one of the best meals we have had in a long long time. Sabores means flavors in English, and I can say to you that the flavors of every dish were great! Service was absolutely fabulous. The best dish of the night was the Gambas Al Ajillo (garlic shrimp). The shrimp arrived in a bowl atop a most exquisite chili oil/sauce. The shrimp came with two large slices of a perfect rustic bread. The chili sauce was perfect for dipping the bread. We really liked how the manager/owner came over and chatted with us for a bit and described how the chili oil was prepared. When we expressed our pleasure he brought us out more bread. Yes!! If you like gazbacho, you'll love Sabores's version of this chilled soup. Topped with bits of crispy Serrano ham and crumbled hard-boiled egg, this dish was excellent. Also, it was served in a hefty quantity. The arepitas were excellent as well. I probably didn't experience the full joy of this dish because I requested that they not include the meat, which can be either shredded beef or chicken. I asked them to hold the meat because they were honest and told me their meats included my old friend cilantro. The Espinacas de Catalina (spinach) was wonderful. The fresh cooked spinach was perfect and came with little raisins and generous bits of apple and walnut. Perhaps this dish could have stood a little less oil. Still, I'll definitely order again. The skirt steak churrasco was perfect, cooked and seasoned just right. The chimichurri sauce that came with the churrasco was tasty. Since we were on a roll with the great dishes, I then ordered the Dátiles con Tocino (bacon-wrapped dates). These little wonders had a pleasant slightly smoky flavor, and perhaps a bit different than bacon-wrapped dates you've had, these were made with a light batter and were fried. Ah, with so many other dishes to explore on the menu, we'll be back. This was actually our second visit, so we know our good fortune here was no fluke. read more

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I am the worlds pickiest eater. I did not try one bad thing. 10/10 recommend their unlimited brunch. It was affordable ($32pp). This is a great way to try different foods from different Latin American countries. read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon, it was pretty slow. Our server was accommodating and gave us great recommendations, definitely didn't disappoint. The interior is pretty cute, we got offer a few seating options, which was nice. I was looking forward to try the paella, a little disappointed, if it was cooked a little longer it would've been perfect. Other than that, i love the mini arepas, and the chickpeas. I definitely would still come again. read more

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I walked in, from the street where construction was ongoing, and it was still super busy inside. From the bar to the dining area. Staff was friendly and attentive. Good courses came out at a nice soles to prevent getting too full too fast. Their Red sangria was nice, light and tasty. Ended up with the Ceviche Camarones. A little fire with a creamy finish with the side of plantains. Nice. Tapas are delightful. Different options for different tastes. They have a delicious looking dessert menu too. I didn't partake this time because I have to get up early for work tomorrow but... I definitely plan to come back for coffee and dessert!!! The bar is quite lively, so if you want a more quiet area, choose the dining area. They keep the place clean while you are dining. A quiet gentleman was walking around sweeping quickly and heading to the next area. Very chill and nice place to come and feel like you are an important guest. I liked that they were also polishing their drink glasses. They all shine at the bar. No water marks. read more

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Spanish tapas restaurant with a bunch of delicious options!! Pro-tip: They validate parking in the nearby garage Lots of tapas to choose from, and have a few larger dishes as well I came with my GF and we really enjoyed our experience! Our waiter was very friendly and the tapas were all very solid. Good drink menu as well Both table and bar seating read more

Service: always super attentive and considerate servers! Food: hands down the best Spanish Tapas restaurant in the DMV. Food is full of flavors and they are always thinking of new dining experiences to try. I went with 2 friends for the all you can eat/bottomless brunch. We were really trying to eat everything on the menu. I love everything!!! Ambience: This restaurant takes me back to my trip to Spain. The beautiful bright walls and openness of the restaurant is so inviting. Tip: parking is behind them in the Giant's lot and you can get it validated if you are dining more than an hour. Follow them on IG - they are very good about posting for Restaurant Week, Paella Nights, special Wine dinner, etc. Definitely a must in the DMV. read more

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The food was good, but nothing crazy or standout. Service started off well; we were seated right away and greeted nicely. Unfortunately, our waiter wasn't very attentive throughout the meal. Our order was messed up twice, and when we asked for a dessert menu, it was forgotten as well. The staff overall was friendly, but the lack of attentiveness took away from the experience. I'm not sure I'd recommend this place. read more

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When we went for a Friday night dinner it was packed, and reviews are stellar, so other people obviously like this place. But as a tapas lover this just didn't hit for me. It was fine, for sure, and if you live right near by I can see this being a go-to, but nothing I would go out of my way for versus other tapas places in DC or elsewhere in the DMV. First, the ambiance felt a little sterile and out of the box, when I typically expect tapas restaurants to be sophisticated and sexy. It was super brightly lit, the furniture felt a little like office furniture, and the wall decor was very low-effort and minimal. Seating layout was awkward and my fiance switched seats because people walking by him were knocking into him, so we had to sit next to each other instead of across. This would all be fine if this were a restaurant with a more casual, neighborhood spot style menu and affordable pricing, but it cost pretty much on par with fancier tapas restaurants we frequent in DC once you factor in portion size. Which brings us to portion size. At first we thought prices were pretty reasonable but then we got our food and portions were super tiny. The $10 stuffed pepper tapa had 3 small peppers, each maybe 2 or 2 bites. So like $1 a bite. The patatas bravas were a little better portioned but nothing amazing. Our paella portion was disappointingly small. We ordered aroz negro (squid ink paella with calamari) that was only available in March. It was $42 and meant to serve 2 people. This was like an individual sized paella for $42. Now, the flavor of the paella and the peppers was excellent. Beautifully cooked. The patatas bravas were fine, though I have had better. So no complaints about food quality. But the portions were very, very skimpy for the price, imo. Food presentation was also pretty meh but this is not especially important. To be fair, alcohol was well priced. I had a nice temperanillo for $12 (there was also one on the menu for $9) and my fiance's beer was $7. Cocktails were around $13. So if you are more about the drinks than the food then this is a totally different calculation for you. But we are about the food. And after one drink each, a shared paella and two small tapas, this cost us more than $100 for 2 people. I was still hungry when we left and went home and made myself a big thing of goat cheese and crackers. Meanwhile, that is a price point comparable to Boqueria in Dupont Circle, Bodega in Georgetown, and Jaleo in Chinatown. All of these occupy much more expensive real estate and offer, in my opinion, better portions, a larger menu selection (with more vegetarian options) and much sexier ambiance with excellent food, so it is really hard for me to understand why Sabores would cost the same as they do. If it were a third less expensive, then they would be on to something - ie an affordable, more casual, neighborhood-style alternative to pricey DC tapas restaurants. But not at the portions and price points they are charging. Also worth noting that some standard vegetarian tapas were just not available. Pan con tomate was on the online menu but not the menu in the restaurant, nor anything like queso de cabra, no artichoke dishes, etc. I was able to choose things I liked as a pescatarian but would have felt very limited if I were strictly vegetarian. Service was fine though I did feel like our server was pushing drinks and deserts a little harder than I would have liked. Getting seated was a little more hectic than I would have liked, especially as there was nowhere for us to sit and wait, but to be fair it was busy and we didn't have a reservation. Overall I just don't know why I would come here over another tapas restaurant in the DMV unless I was right in the immediate area already, and even then I would probably consider more affordable, even more casual restaurants nearby, like Sophia's Pupuseria. Something about the place just felt...unfinished. Like they had stopped 20% short of what they could have been doing, with the menu, the atmosphere...the PORTIONS. read more

My wife took me here for brunch. A really nice experience. They offer tapas and a great variety. All the tapas were fresh and delicious. They came out quickly but were fresh. We opted for the bottomless brunch definitely recommend. The server was amazing so attentive and made sure our orders were in and out timely. Nice decor and a nice bar. They we're showing the game today so definitely a restaurant we will revisit!! read more

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Honestly I feel the food was overpriced, and to me it wasn't worth the half hour drive. The ambiance was decent. The establishment wasn't packed at all on a Monday afternoon. I had ordered a seafood paella as I'd been craving it, but the taste was just "okay". I will say the presentation of the dish was really nice but the flavor wasn't anything special. All in all, it was okay but not worth going back in my opinion. read more

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My fiancé made reservations for Valentine's Day. Parking was easy with a validated garage nearby. The restaurant is spacious, the service was excellent, and the food was solid. We each ordered a wine flight and selected dishes from the Valentine's Day menu. I had the ceviche, paella, and heart-shaped shortcake, while my fiancé opted for the ribeye, lobster bisque, and chocolate mousse. The ribeye and ceviche were standouts--both flavorful and well-prepared--though the chocolate mousse was a bit too sweet for our taste. The atmosphere is versatile, making it a great spot for date night, catching a game, or hanging out with friends. Our server was incredibly attentive and even surprised us with a rose at the end of our meal! Great experience. read more

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Sabores has a really good deal for a bottomless brunch. For $33 bottomless, getting to choose from a variety of normal brunch brunch items so you aren't just stuck for different versions of egg Benedict. we tried almost chicken croquettes were very good, black beans with beef was exceptional and slightly smoky, whole chicken dishes were very well done, the chicken was not dry and the plantains or were very good. The highlights were the arapas, in three different versions, all of which are very good. The side zucchini was also crispy and fresh. Staff were great about making certain dishes, celiac, friendly, a bunch of different gluten-free items. The waffles and pancakes were really the only typical brunch food and were fine, but all of the other items on the menu were fantastic. Once we put in our first order, it took a little while for food to come out, but once it did, they were constantly bringing dishes for our table. Would recommend ordering a bunch of different items and a little bit of everything! They have one dollar mimosas and five dollar bloody Mary for those who wanted a beverage with brunch. They had some cute decor and tables for parties of all sizes, they were able to accommodate a party of 14 with no problem. read more

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Ordered two types of ceviche. For the price, the portions were small. The ambiance was tranquil, not too loud. Went there to watch a football (soccer) game. The service was decent. I haven't been back there, unsure that I will. read more

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What I enjoyed most were the ambiance, the music, and service. Everyone was very attentive and we were constantly checked by our waitress. The place is spacious and welcoming. The food was okay, but not memorable to me. I liked the patatas bravas and the arepitas. I didn't get any cocktails but my friend did and she said they were okay too. I got their tamarind mocktail and it was also fine. Some finesse and attention to detail could be beneficial for their tapas. The tortilla came with a very, very strong/bitter aioli that covered most of it and overpowered the tortilla flavor. The setas al ajillo, were not setas, they were just regular mushrooms swimming in oil and garlic. I may go back to try more items and will update my review if I change my mind. read more

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My friends and I had dinner at this restaurant and decided to order some food to go for our kids. I ordered a sandwich for my son, and my friend wanted one too for hers. When I asked to add a second sandwich, the server told me they only had enough meat for one more, so my friend chose a different dish instead. My friend paid for the order without double-checking the details. As we were leaving, I looked inside the bag and noticed there were two sandwiches plus the other dish my friend ordered. I asked the server why they told us they only had enough meat for one sandwich, yet still gave us and charged for two. He checked with the owner and came back saying the owner told him there was nothing they could do since the order had already been charged, and that they would "do better next time." No apology, no effort to make things right -- nothing. To make things worse, the food wasn't great. The arepas were dry, the meat was undercooked, and the sandwiches barely had any filling. It honestly looked like they split the meat between two sandwiches just to charge extra. Very disappointing service and poor customer experience. The issue wasn't about the money -- it was about how they handled their mistake. If you're looking for a good tapas spot, go to Barcelona in Reston instead. Avoid Sabores. read more

My friends and I went for Sunday Brunch- it was Easter Sunday. You can do unlimited brunch/ bottomless tapas for $32.99. $1 mimosas or do a la carte. If you do bottomless brunch then everyone at the table had to do it and it's a 2 hour limit. The ambiance of the restaurant is good. There are both and tables and our waitress was very nice. The food was awesome and I would definitely come back. I ate my full. read more

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I read this article about Yelp's Top 100 Restaurants 2024. https://www.yelp.com/article/top-100-us-restaurants-2024 Sabores Tapas Bar is #48 on the list, so we decided to try it. But the food was bland and average. Service was good. Maybe because we had high expectations, we were a little bit disappointed. read more

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OK! I have been in over a dozen times now and I have to let you know what my favorite items are!!!!! I have a lot to say about the food at Sabores Tapas Bar but i do not want to write a WIKIPEDIA ARTICLE-LENGTH REVIEW so i will TRY to keep it brief. Before coming in i LOVE that you can validate parking in the attached garage!!! My typical order: PITCHER OF SANGRIA! Ceviche de Camaron, Arroz de Azafran y Mariscos, Datiles con Tocino, Croquetas de Pollo and Churrasco!!! But also if i want a big entree i recommend the Salmon Chaufa and the Lomo Saltado. hehehe Breaking down more of my favs from the menu below :) STARTERS: I love the ceviches, specifically the Ceviche de Camaron (shrimp)!! i also enjoy the guacamole - i usually order when waiting for all of my chronically late friends! the Crema de Langosta, or the Lobster Bisque is also enjoyable when i'm in the mood :) but hard to share this hehe VEGETABLES: The patatas bravas is a group favorite! what is not to like i also enjoy the zucchini fries when i am lying to myself about being healthy by eating a (fried) vegetable !!! they are so good FINGER FOODS: THERE IS NOT A SINGLE MISS IN THIS SECTION!!!!!!! I typically order the Datiles con Tocino (bacon wrapped dates) and Croquetas de Pollo (chicken croquettes!!!!!) but the patacones, arepitas, and chicharrones are also amazingggg (i'm sobbing on my knees as i type this) MEATS: THE CHURRASCO!!! SEAFOOD: I love the Arroz de Azafran y Mariscos!!!!! Also love the Calamares! other notes: first of all service is always amazing so don't worry about that. wine selection impeccable. but also love the brazilian limeade. :) live music on many days - check their instagram to see what events theyre having!! DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED ON BRUNCH!!!!(THEIR SLIDERS)!!!!!! read more

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Cute tapas spot in Arlington. Very friendly staff with quick service. Plenty of seating facing the windows in high chairs or in towards the back of the restaurant in booths. Great prices and even better prices during happy hour. A lot of menu options with well-sized portions. This place is a must try spot for tapas. There's a lot of other good options around the DMV, however, you're likely to have to pay a lot more for a similar experience. read more

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Happy hour on a Thursday...really good selection and tasty apps & drinks. Also very reasonable $ for the value. Will be back soon! read more

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Best seafood paella! Patient and attentive waitress! The general manager was super friendly! Quiet night on a Wednesday. Love the comfy booth. Great for conversations. Won't be surprised if the place is packed on weekends. read more

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I went here on valentine's day since it was no-meat friendly (Ash Wednesday double header) and they had pitchers of sangria! We started with some water - make sure to ask for tap. Then we got a pitcher of white sangria, really good. Smelled like cream soda and tasted great. We got a handful of food: lobster bisque (good but definitely enough to share), pichana (couldn't try but the gf said it was good); chicken arepitas (same as one before); patatas bravas (very good); salmon (not bad, really just a filet); shrimp (ORDER THIS - BOMB); and chicken croquettas (same as other meat). It was pretty busy for Valentine's day (go figure) but still worth it. There's a parking garage right below it so no issues there. Overall, would recommend checking this place out. read more

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My 2 sisters and I went in on a Sunday evening. It was bright and clean. The folks working there were friendly and attentive. We had the paella for 2 and a few tapas. The food was really good! Thank you!! read more

We went to Sabores Tapas Bar for my son's birthday, the service was great, all the food we ordered are all amazingly good, the ribeye is my favorite, sooooo juicy and tender, will definitely recommend to my friends and family. I think the owner is really making sure all the food come out from the kitchen are at the best quality. read more

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Decent tapas restaurant in Arlington. Reasonable prices and good variety. More of a fusion Latin Spanish restaurant than pure Spanish dishes. Tortilla española was good and that's the dish I use to judge the restaurant. read more

The food was delicious, As a starter I had ceviche ( "Ceviche de Pescado") which had a Peruvian twist flavor. In addition, as a main dish I ordered "Lomo Salteado " which is stir fried filet mignon with tomatoes, onions and fried potatoes served with rice cooked to perfection. It was really delicious and flavored. As for dessert, I ordered Flan. The service was very good and provided guidance on what to eat and suggestions. The decoration was very modern, spacious with opening seating areas at the Bar, regular tables, high top tables and some outdoor tables. read more

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Food is amazing service is on point nothing to complain about this restaurant. Love it. read more

WOW. Where to start?! This restaurant was absolutely fabulous. The food, service and ambience were absolutely five stars in every respect. My girl friend and I went here for a catch-up lunch date. She has been here several times before, and raved about the food - so the bar was set high from jump, and Sabores did not disappoint. The staff was friendly and helpful, and we were seated immediately. We were provided iced waters along with the lunch specials menu and regular menu. They were running a special where, if everyone at the table participated, you would each get the option of four tapas courses plus dessert for a whopping $25. It seemed like a great deal - and it was! My friend and I selected different meal options to share, so I was able to sample several different dishes, and let me say...I was full by the second course! But, that didn't stop me from finishing the meal. Between the two of us, we ordered the fried datiles con tocino, arepitas, salmon a la plancha, pintxo moruno, la maceta de chocolate and tarta de queso maracuya. We actually had to cut ourselves off with dessert because we were too full, but let me say...it was so challenging because the food was delicious. All in all, a must see/must eat. The service was fantastic. The food was incredible. And I'm only disappointed I couldn't eat more! read more

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