Must-Try Gem in the Heart of Española Way! This beautiful restaurant is an absolute must! With amazing outdoor seating where you can enjoy a refreshing breeze or the option to sit inside for a quieter, more intimate setting, it caters to all preferences. The menu is beautifully illustrated with vibrant photos and well-written descriptions that truly show the dishes they offer. We started with a round of drinks and shared three appetizers: ceviche, calamari, and the #27 flatbread. Every item was fresh, flavorful, and simply delicious. I couldn't find a single thing to complain about! Our server, Emmy, was friendly, humble, and sweet. It was our first time dining here, and he went beyond to make our experience special and memorable. For a small group of 3-4 people, I'd estimate about $30-$50 per person if you plan on splitting the bill. In our case, for a party of three with one drink each and three shared appetizers, it was very reasonable. Cocktails are priced around $12-$14, which is great for the area. After our meal and settling the bill, Emmy surprised us with complimentary sangrias, which were both delicious and refreshing; perfect for a hot summer day. If you visit during happy hour, be sure to try their sangria; it's only $5 and totally worth it! The outdoor area was clean and well-maintained, with large fans to keep the air circulating. The indoor space is cozy and ideal for a more intimate experience, and I was pleased to find the restroom spotless. I'm already planning my next visit in the coming weeks. I recommend this spot to anyone exploring Española Way. read more

Our visit to Tapelia in Miami Beach left much to be desired. While the food was good, it couldn't make up for the uncomfortable experience we had with our server. Initially, the service was okay, and the ambience was passable, though we did notice that some of the patio tables lacked sufficient lighting, making it difficult to enjoy our meals properly. However, what truly marred our dining experience was the behavior of our server towards the end. We had no intention of leaving a review initially, but the server became increasingly pushy about it, making us feel uncomfortable. It was disheartening to realize that the reason for numerous 5-star reviews mentioning server names was likely due to this pushiness, rather than exceptional service. Moreover, we were particularly disappointed because we had changed our dinner plans based on the many amazing reviews we had seen. It's regrettable that our experience didn't live up to those expectations. While the food itself was enjoyable, the overall experience at Tapelia fell short. The mediocre ambience, lack of adequate lighting on the patio, the uncomfortable interaction with our server, and the disconnect between the reviews and our own experience left us unsatisfied. We sincerely hope that the restaurant addresses these issues and ensures a more pleasant and relaxed dining experience for their customers. read more

It was a great experience at tapelia. I spent a good time with mi family. I got 2x1 sangrias, and it was the best deal ever. Sangrias with happy hour for $3 each. Our server from Venezuela was amazing. I got a churrasco with salad and French fries for $20. You are not gonna find a good steak on other restaurant for that price. Manager on duty "Raul" made a really good job. I felt like I was in Spain. Good staff. Great food. And good deals. You should try this restaurant for sure. Viví una bonita experiencia con mi familia. Le agradezco al staff en general por su esfuerzo en este restaurant. Por supuesto es sin duda alguna un lugar donde repetiría está experiencia nuevamente. Los precios son increíbles para estar ubicados en Lincoln Rd. La sangria especial de la casa por 3 dólares es lo más barato y rico que conseguirás en esta calle. read more

I would give zero stars if I could. I recently visited Tapelia and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. The seafood was overcooked and undersalted, which made it pretty unappetizing. It didn't even taste fresh, which was a huge letdown. To make matters worse, the pricing felt like a complete rip-off. The shots were $12 each, but the drink itself was only $10.59--what's up with that markup? We also asked for only one shot, but they brought three to the table. We thought maybe they were on the house, but nope, we were charged for all three. On top of that, one of the shots was spilled on my friend, adding to the whole frustrating experience. Between the bad food, confusing charges, and poor service, I won't be returning anytime soon. Very disappointing overall. read more

This place was fantastic - definitely go here if you are in Miami Beach! The food was excellent with a great selection but still very affordably priced. But what was best about this place was by far the customer service. We came in with a very large party on a Saturday night, and they took special care to seat us well and even split the checks without any complaints. When we set down, there were already a few complimentary bottles of wine on the table. And finally, even when we were paying, they started carrying out dishes of complimentary cakes for everyone to try. If you are looking for a great place to go in Miami Beach, definitely stop by here. Big shout-out to our waitress Stephanie who helped make the trip so memorable! read more

We went there twice on our trip to Miami. Both times were during a soccer game. We sat inside the first time and service was much faster than 2nd time outside. Luckily we were watching the soccer game and were not in a hurry. I literally insisted on going back there for the Tuna poke, but they were out of it that day. I loved the empanadas. The paella was a little too soft or overcooked for me. Doesn't mean I wouldn't order it again. Washed it all down with Estrella. Luckily we had already noticed the tip being added in many places in Miami (and Key West. Some credit card receipts don't even say "additional tip". They just say "tip" which makes one think it wasn't added in the first place. I got you figured out, Miami. read more

My wife and I went there for breakfast. They had usual American pancakes or 3 eggs with bacon and bread. We looked at the menu and saw it was items we like at a reasonable price for a tourist area. Everything was exactly as we expected and the service was quick and friendly. While we are still in Miami we are going back to see Yudis (breakfast waitress) and Luis (dinner waiter). He brought everything exactly as ordered in a reasonable time. He also paid attention to us without constantly asking if everything is OK. I had the Ribeye(excellent and cooked perfectly to medium) and my wife had the Camarones al Ajillo (Shrimp in Garlic sauce). We will be going back tomorrow! read more

The House of Paella! The Most Known Spanish Food! Was Bit disappointed. I ordered Paella Marisco, Seafood Paella. Seafood tasted bit Dry and blend. Big Disappointment for $50 Paella. Rice was well cooked tasty. Plate was Huge But LITTLE FOOD. Not enough for two. Kinda wish they served us maybe basket of bread while waiting for food. Boring and waited long time for food. Drank Two beer, Both beer poured only 3/4 of the cup. Service was great! very nice and friendly service. Bit too expensive for lunch and experience. Sorry Had to togo cuban sandwich at the cafe after eating here. Just not enough food for the price. read more

Well this place fooled me, I always passed it up while looking for a place to eat but finally decided to give it a try with a couple of friends. First of all as many places on Lincoln Rhd, it has inside and outside seating. Of course I sat outside which has lots of seating. We started with assorted flat breads which were yummerrrrrrzzzz!!!! We shared a Paella and mussels which were off the chain. Sangrias were delicious but the mojitos were my favorite. Loved the fun and attentive staff ... This is a place, I will often come back to.... Highly recommended... read more

Terrible service! Asked the waiter for multiple times for coffee and he kept Forgetting to bring it. We waited for food for over 30mins (an omelet and sunny side up- nothing intricate). We asked the host for help and though he was looking at us the entire time, didn't even bother to help with the service. Right when I was ready to leave, the food articles. It was OK. Will never eat there again! For the poor taste and terrible service, take your business elsewhere. There are 100s of more options on Lincoln road. read more

I had the pleasure of being served by Aziz during my recent visit to Tapilia, and I must say, the experience was fantastic! He was not only attentive and friendly but also very knowledgeable about the menu. Aziz made some excellent recommendations that enhanced our meal. His warm demeanor and prompt service made us feel welcomed and well taken care of throughout the evening. I highly recommend asking for Aziz if you're dining at Tapilia--he truly elevates the dining experience! read more

WORST EXPERIENCE!! Do not come here. I waited for over an hour to get my check and they added themselves a 20% tip when they didn't do a good job at all. The food is overpriced and the service is horrendous . Try another place, this one is not worth it at all! Asked for the manager and waited and waited and nothing. Never coming back here. Finally, the forks and cups were not clean. We're in the middle of a PANDEMIC and they don't even wash their dishes correctly!? read more

This place is absolutely amazing, my wife and I have been going there for a few years now, usually our waitress is PATRICIA. Her friendly personality goes very well with the overall atmosphere of this nice restaurant. She is a true asset to this business and the excellence of her service combined with the great food are only a few reasons why years after years we keep going to this cool place located on Lincoln Road read more

Increíble el churrasco con ensalada que comimos, nos encantó super jugoso y ademas increíble el precio para ser lincol rd, creo que es para repetir y recomendar. Además el camarero super amable, nos atendio re bien, y esta vez pedimos postre, una tarta de almendras, una mouse de chocolate y un tiramissu, todo riquisimo, asi valen la pena los kilitos demás. Amo este lugar, es el mejor de lincol Rd de lejos!!!!! read more

El lugar no se ve nada mal, la comida estuvo regular. Pedimos delivery para dos de paella y tortilla española. La comida si tardo bastante en llegar y ya estaba fria. En cuanto a la paella estaba bien rica pero poco abundante, y la tortilla de mi hija estaba muy seca (pedimos especificamente que sea con el huevo a medio hacer). Creo que es un lugar regular que si mejora algunos detalles es bueno. read more

We had ordered appetizer and main dish and the same time and were waiting for the appetizer for 30 minutes, I had to get up to ask where the food was because our waiter hadn't been by that whole time. 30 minutes for a cold appetizer. The main arrived maybe another 10 minutes after that and was like warm. After all that time my food should be HOT. Overall not worth the price. read more

primera vez en Miami, estábamos caminando por Lincoln road y estábamos antojados de una rica paella, encontramos este pequeño rincón de España que desde que llegas esta sonando esta rica melodía de guitarra española, ordenamos la paella de mariscos y el mesero sugirió agregarle langosta de topping y creo que fue la mejor elección, estuvo muy muy rico todo read more

Stay away. This place has high prices for ok food. I don't mind paying alot of money. But jeez at least be good or decent. The food was bland no flavor. Worse was having a bad service when it was slow. No refills or asking if we needed anything. And then they stick you with 20% for the crappy service. Go somewhere else. You will leave hungry and mad. read more

Genuinely shocked at the mediocre reviews. We had a great time at tapelia - and I would consider myself to have very high standards. The jamon iberico was a generous portion for the price, and was nicely presented. The ceviche was perfectly balanced, and the cocktails were top notch. I'm so happy that we didn't check the reviews before dining here. read more