A Taste of Spain

We recently visited Taste of Spain and were pleasantly surprised at the variety of options. Tucked away in an unassuming location on 21st in Rittenhouse they are easy to pass by but worth the visit. On this visit we had the iberico ham croquettes, seafood paella, a rice and meatball special, hot chocolate, and finished with arroz con leche. Starting with the croquettes they are fried, creamy, and savory, a total delight. The hot chocolate was thick, rich, and super chocolatey. Onto the main meals, both had good flavor but were served barely warm. They were served very quickly so I’m guessing they were precooked and just kept warm. This was disappointing for both of us and a huge miss. We finished with the arroz con leche (rice pudding)which was cinnamon with a hint of lemon, absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back, but hoping they work the kinks out.

I spotted this place when driving through. I love tapas, and I've lived and traveled to Spain many times. It's a small shop with clean bathrooms as well. I liked that it displayed the menu item with pictures. I'm so happy that we decided to stop here for lunch. It's a small dining area, but it wasn't busy. We received first class service from the moment we walked in with our children. The dining and kitchen ares are very clean and welcoming. Each dish was fresh and delicious. The service and staff were on point. It was a PERFECT place for a light and refreshing lunch. MUCHAS GRACIAS. We loved everything we ordered and look forward to trying more. Buena suerte en tu futuro.

Swore I left a review …… food is high quality , make be a slight wait because the preparation for certain items is time intensive . Why would you want pre sliced Jamon, sit down shut up and be patient. Coffee is great too

Was craving for Paella and found this little gem online so stopped by this great neighborhood place. Got the following: Gambas Al Ajillo - shrimp in garlic - nice Croquetas - ham flavored - filling Seafood Paella - fresh seafood and loved the addition of vegetables - different and light. The Flan - was the Bomb! Light favorful and not two sweet. Prefectly made. Please checkout place out and support this this family business.

Best Basque cheesecake ever!!! well-moistured and perfectly sweetened, paired well with latte or espresso.

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A Taste of Spain in Philadelphia is an absolute gem! The restaurant, conveniently located in the heart of the city, offers authentic Spanish flavors that are truly unforgettable. Every dish we tried was incredible tapas bursting with flavor, fresh seafood, and traditional paella that was cooked to perfection. The quality and care put into every bite clearly reflect the pride of the Spanish owners, who are often there, warmly greeting guests and ensuring everyone has a great experience. It’s a small, family-run establishment, which only adds to its charm and makes you feel right at home. The ambiance is intimate and inviting, making it ideal for a relaxed, memorable meal. If you're in Philadelphia and looking for authentic Spanish cuisine, A Taste of Spain is a must-visit. Can't wait to return! 5 STARS

A Tase of Spain is a Philadelphia family owned business more people should experience. The energy and food of the restaurant is amazing. The entire time I was there, I was well taken care of by the host. I had the Gambas Al Ajillo and the cheesecake. The shrimp was made to perfection, and don’t get me started on the cheesecake…I left with a slice to go because it was that good. 10/10 would recommend

dinner was great! service was great and so friendly! and theystill killed it all while being understaffed. you have to finish the night off with the basque cheesecake and the thick hot chocolate…. scoop the cheesecake into the hot chocolate- trusttttt me on this one!!

Was super excited to try this place as tapas places are hard to come by in center city, but left feeling slightly underwhelmed. Had the empanadas which were ok, calamari which didn't have the best breading, gambas which were decent but not rave-worthy, and a few other things which honestly werent memorable. Patatas bravas were great but how could you eff something like that up, ya know? The one thing i will say is, get their cheesecake. It is soooo creamy and unlike any other cheesecake you can find in the city. Would come here again just for that. Love that they have seating outside and service isnt super rushed, so it feels v european. Being a BYOB place is also a plus.

A lovely cafe with friendly service in the Rittenhouse Square area in which to try some authentic Spanish cuisine at a two-or-four top (some high tops available, too). We stopped in for a light lunch and enjoyed beef empanadas, mussels with toast, and an Ibérico pork and cheese flauta.* The flauta was our favorite: the bread was surprisingly light with a slight crunch to the crust and served warm. *Not to be confused with Mexican-style flautas, a Spanish flauta is a long, skinny, flute-like sandwich named for the crunchy, airy bread it's served on.

They now serve dinner on weekends. The dining area is converted nicely for dinner service. They put wine glasses and small candle on the table. Food was great. Big mussels with nice broths. They serve some tapas as well as traditional entrees such as paella. The basque cheesecake is perfect to end the night. Empanadas are highly recommended. I came back from Spain and tried some empanadas but nothing was as good as theirs. I love the boquerones con vinagre here. Boquerones is similar to anchovies but not salty because they are marinated in oil. The dish is served on two slices of fresh bread. You can find several special events at this restaurant such as flamenco singers and also to watch soccer games on the instagram post. .

A cozy, family-owned tapas spot with great service from hostess/server Laura. The BYO option is a nice touch, and the authentic, flavorful tapas make for a memorable meal. Initially our reservation was cancelled by the restaurant due to an unplanned closing but Alejandro graciously reached out personally to reschedule us. We ordered panes de tomate y jamón ibérico, patatas bravas, y croquetas de jamón. Small (less than 10 tables) but welcoming--definitely worth a visit! We'll be back to try the desserts next time.

What a great find! I was missing Spain after our trip there a few weeks ago. So I came here on Yelp and found this place. It's a cute little shop with indoor and outdoor seats. The rabas and patatas bravas were really good in addition to the tostada de jamon iberico. The server was friendly. And I'm sure we'll be back because there were other items I really wanted to try.

Taste of Spain is a friendly little Spanish cafe that opened just a little over a week ago. Their original location is in Reading Terminal Market and, although I haven't patronized it yet, my understanding is that it is like a small supermarket that also serves some prepared food items. This cafe is much more focused on prepared food items, although you can also purchase small packages of sliced Serrano Ham, and maybe a few other grocery items. As mentioned, the space is fairly small, but does have a few tables. There isn't table service, and you order at the register. So far, we've tried several things, all of which were good. They haven't always had everything on the menu available, though, possibly because they opened so recently. I'm any case, the shrimp paella was delicious, as were the chicken croquettes and beef empanadas. The Spanish tortilla is also good. I think my favorite was the ham and cheese sandwich, though.

All I need to say is GO THERE The ambiance is great; it's such a cute place. Having recently traveled to Spain I was missing the Spanish food. This place definitely satisfied my craving. There is a nice variety of food we ordered huevos rotos which were delicious. We also got the tostada with a light tomato purée and iberico jamón. ¡Muy rico!! Their menu has many choices and I'll be back to try more. The cappuccino was delicious too. This is a BYOB establishment so feel free to bring along a nice bottle of ...you guessed it...Vino Español.

The food is perfect. If you would like an authentic Spain experience try this food. I highly recommend the Ibérico Pork tapas.

I just tried the croquetas, tortilla, toast of jamon and ensaladilla. My preferred option was croquetas and toast of jamon.

My fiancé and I stopped by for an afternoon snack and had the Tostada Dulce, Arroz con Leche and a Cappuccino. Everything was delicious and the staff was very friendly. I will be stopping by again for their empanadas!

I recently discovered this great spot near Rittenhouse Square. I have been back 3 times, it is that good! I used them for a dinner party at my place-ordered ahead and walked over and picked up everything from appetizers to dessert. Vanessa, the owner could not be more helpful and gracious. We went back and ate there (BYOB) and had a blast, while enjoying delicious authentic Spanish food. Highly recommend this neighborhood spot.