La Catalana
San Jose, CA · Tapas restaurant
- Address
- La Catalana, 3720 N First St UNIT 10, San Jose, CA 95134
- Phone
- (408) 324-1321
- Website
- www.lacatalanatapas.com
- Status
- Closed · Opens 5 PM
La Catalana is a restaurant located in San Jose, CA. It is one of 2,171 restaurants listed in San Jose. Its 4.3-star rating matches the San Jose city average of 4.2 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.
About La Catalana
Founded in 2010 by the Roselló family, La Catalana brings the soul of Catalonia and Spain to the Bay Area through an artisan, passion driven dining experience. Our mission is to transport diners to a true Spanish-Catalan environment with handcrafted... More
Hours
| Saturday | 5 PM–10 PM |
Customer Reviews
The food was honestly so good. The tapas were super flavorful and fun to share, and every dish that came out just kept getting better. Everything tasted fresh and well made without feeling too fancy or over the top. The paella was definitely the star. The rice was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor in every bite. It was warm, comforting, and just really satisfying. The staff were also amazing. Everyone was so friendly and easygoing, and they made us feel really welcome. They suggested a wine pairing that went so well with the food and made the whole meal even better. Such a great spot for good food, good wine, and good vibes. I’ll definitely be back.
First time here and for my birthday. What can I say but WOW! Had three appetizers, mushrooms, croquettes and tarta de chorizo. All with excellent unique flavors. We ordered as our main, their seafood paella. Also excellent and unique in its preparation. We had all three of their desserts, flan, pumpkin cheesecake and a flavorful honey goat cheese dessert. Sounds different but it was excellent as well. Great selection of Spanish wines. Great wait staff especially Roy. Portions are good size. Prices are reasonable. Parking can be tight when this place is busy. Overall an excellent place I will return to. A hidden gem. And definitely great place for a birthday.
I've been to La Catalana a couple times now, and it's consistently a 10/10 experience. The food is amazing, the service and ambience are always on point. The staff is incredibly friendly and I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine paired with great wine. They've also recently expanded the space to accommodate private events which is a great addition. Today I tried the Canelons and it might be my new favorite item on the menu.
We came here for dinner and has a lovely time. Atmosphere was cozy and friendly, and the service was good and responsive. We had the potatoes bravas and the olive oil tomato toast as appetizers, and the potatoes bravas were the star of the show. We had the seafood rice as a main course and it was flavorful and rich. Reasonable selection of wine and beer. For two people with appetizers, main, and 1 drink each, it came out to $150 with tax and tip. For a nice date night out, this is a great choice.
I think what really shines about La Catalana is how welcome the staff makes you feel. I've been here for my dad's birthday and my parents' anniversary and both times, the waitstaff's hospitality could easily rival that of any michelin star restaurant, but without the pretentiousness. Every interaction is clearly from a genuine motivation to make sure every guest has an enjoyable experience. Roy and Josh were both excellent servers! Aside from the service, La Catalana has the best curated Spanish wine selection I've seen in the SF Bay Area. The owner makes a yearly trip to Spain and directly sources wine from some of the best producers of the region. The food is also great and clearly shows a dedication to preserve the original cultural dishes, but elevate them in a modern way. Needless t
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