Gemini

I’m from Europe and we just returned from Spain and found the food here to be better than many restaurants we’ve eaten at in Barcelona. You won’t be disappointed. Well done to the team at Gemini for offering fantastic food and service! Every dish was a winner! 🥇

This is a gem on Pearl Street. Love the service and the variety in food and beverage The pink sangria was lovely. Gin and tonic, aqua de Valencia, espresso martini, Tempranillo were also excellent We had a great time there, enjoying the tapas and drinks without being hurried. The ambience is light, airy and relaxed, and great for casual conversation

You have to get the baked goats cheese and the bacon wrapped dates. They are simply the best. Quality food with great service. Thankyou so much best ending to my wife's bday

My group stopped off for a quick bite and drinks. The small plates were different and delicious, and our server Maria excellent. If you are looking for 4oz wine pours, then this is your place. Took stars off for the ridiculous servings.

Tasty tapas and wonderful service! The restaurant is cozy, with a variety of high and low tables, even some that have a view of the open kitchen. Our server, Kyle, took great care of us - from walking us through suggested menu options to making sure the flow of service was seamless, he didn’t miss a beat. The menu offered a variety of flavors that all complimented one another. We left feeling full after sharing 5 smaller dishes and a dessert. If you don’t like to share, they have several options that are “entree portions”. The restaurant is easy to access on Pearl St, with indoor and outdoor seating, weather permitting. Upon receiving our check, we were given a post card with the restaurant’s logo - very nice touch!

My wife and I had a wonderful meal here for our anniversary. The food was delicious. The cocktails at very well made and were generous. The servers were very attentive. The space is very cozy and welcoming. We will definitely return here when we are in Boulder.

Stopped in between lunch and dinner with a friend. I had 2 oysters and the crab salad with a glass of white wine. All tasted so good! Friend had goat cheese with gluten free toast. We shared chocolate dessert and both had lattes. UPS al and pricy, but great flavors and experience overall.

I love my experience here accenting my first time being in Boulder CO. Such a beautiful town with exceptional bars. Sat myself at the bar at Gemini and asked the bartender for a scofflaw, my favorite drink, and he didn't know what it was. I showed him how to make one and the one he made was one of the best I've tried so far. I tried one of their tapas, the bacon wrapped dates with whipped goat cheese. It was heavenly albeit being too sweet for my taste. I blamed the natural sugar in the dates. Overall, Gemini is a must-visit when you walk the mall of Pearl Street, Boulder CO.

Prices were high but service and selection were 5 star. We shared a bunch of little plates and had such a great time. Very interesting and unusual cocktail menu. I liked the high top table they gave us. Seated right away without a reservation. I was in town for a work summit. This place would be great for a team dinner, something for everyone here.

Located right next to the Boulder Bookstore on the Pearl street mall this place was fantastic! My girlfriends and I went to celebrate our birthdays and we had a blast. I loved the Spanish vibe and influence of the place. Disclaimer - if you order the Paella - it does take a while to cook, so keep that in mind if you are on a time crunch. However the bottom of ours was burnt and overall it felt eh. The bacon wrapped dates were delicious. The croquettes were amazing, very creamy and delicious. The tortilla de papas was very tasty. The salmon was a large portion. Service was good and the staff was very attentive.

This was our go to place and the food is delicious, but the service was poor. Our food came out so slowly that we had to wait 30 minutes from my salad being delivered to the table and the rest of the dishes slowly coming out. Of course I couldn't eat my salad until the others at the table were served. At least one tapas should have come out first. We had to ask for water refills and the waitress was relatively cavalier about the delays. The restaurant was not full. We were offered one dessert as compensation for the delays. Not impressed. The service was better last year.

We had a great meal here! We ordered a bunch of different small plates including the kale salad, meatballs, chicken skewer, tershi, baked goat cheese, mussels, chorizo boquerones, and the almond tarta for dessert to-go. The food was ready very quickly and we really did enjoy all of it. The standouts for me were the meatballs, baked goat cheese, and the rosemary crackers that came with the tershi. We (two hungry adults) expected to leave hungry but were totally full from all the small plates. The only challenge was that the table was pretty small and the plates weren't really timed, so we ended up with a few instances of having too many plates/serving dishes and not enough space for everything...not the biggest deal! The interior is very tasteful and the tiling near the exposed kitchen area and the light fixtures throughout took us right back to Southern Spain.

Stopped for a quick lunch with my friend. We were able to sit outside which had great ambiance. The server was providing suggestions for us and he was very sweet. My friend got the kale salad which she said was delicious except for the largest piece of kale looking like it went bad. We also got the potatoes and baked goat cheese. The potatoes were typical Spanish food nothing too special, the goat cheese was definitely the star of the show.

We have been here twice and really love it. A variety of tapas and salads, drinks and mains as well as the flan for dessert. The service is excellent also. We love the muhammara red pepper dip so much we have had it both times. The boquerones are the best anchovies I've had in Boulder. The patatas bravas were fine. Both salads were good but the mixta was outstanding especially the artichoke hearts and the giant white beans. All the breads and crackers with the various plates were perfect selections. The flan was classic and fresh. Very Spanish version is my preference over Caribbean and Mexican versions I've had. The drinks have been good too. It's nice that they have happy hour pricing on drinks and some of the tapas. Also this summer they are doing Paella Tuesdays. Cooking the rice base in a classic pan on the patio. So perfectly crunchy rice base layer in the huge pan which provides the perfect flavor and texture. During other parts of the year they have a fancier ( and more expensive) option for a seafood paella. We can't wait to try that the next time it's available. But the special is a great summer treat. We definitely will be back.

My new favorite tapas spot! Came in on an early Friday very snowy evening. Place was fairly quiet due to the storm yet cozy and warm. We got a pitcher of red sangria which was nice and refreshing. Then ordered a bunch of tapas. In order of preference: the mussels were plentiful and plump in a broth rich in flavor: delightful. The cod was fresh, unique and very tasty. The meatballs were decadent. Tershee is something I never had. Can be described as a sweet potato puree with tasty crunchy toppings served with a crispy salty lavish. Very fall flavors and we all enjoyed it immensely. The service was prompt, and the place completely filled up by 7p so unless you plan to go early, make a reservation. This will be my go to especially when we have guests in town.

"Don't order the NY Strip" You would "expect" the most expensive entree on the menu would be a "showcase" for the culinarily talent of the restaurant. Not so in this case. $58 for a horribly undersized (maybe 6oz) very poor cut of steak that contained at least 2ozs of gristle was not my hope for the main course. Tapas were good and the service started out great but unfortunately the Steak and service both went south dramatically. Sorry Gemini inconsistency does not win the evening. The Potatoes and asparagus weren't much better that accompanied the strip and were covered in a sweetish uninspired ginger sauce or whatever it was. Bleck After paying well over $300 Will definitely pass on another visit here. It's not right to have a "gotcha " item on the menu. Shame on Gemini for this. The wait staff didn't even ask why most of my meal was left on the plate!!!! No self respecting chef or manager would ever let that go out of the kitchen.

The service is incredibly slow and you have to ask for refills . The pork tenderloin is very good and perfectly done . Bacon wrapped dates is a very small order but very tasty .

I've dined here for both lunch and happy hour. The ambiance in the front dining area is really nice and they have patio seating which is perfect when the weather warms up. They have a variety of drinks including sangria! I've tried the classic red sangria which was decent! Id recommend ordering a bunch of tapas to share. My favorite dish is the baked goat cheese. The flavor is incredible! The meatballs and muhamara dip are also quite good. The patatas bravas are a classic but both times I've had them they tasted way too greasy. I'd like to try one of their salads or sandwiches next time. I think this is a great lunch and happy hour spot!!

I had high hopes for Gemini but after the experience I had the other night, I will likely never go back and will tell all my peers to spend their money elsewhere as well. At first, the thought of a new tapas spot was exciting. The drinks were probably the best part of the entire meal. The food itself was alright, nothing crazy. We had almost all appetizers and two main dishes. Everything was good to alright. The food came out fast, which was a plus. But the reason for my low review (and I never leave reviews but I HAD to warn you all) is the ambiance, the managers and the music. I know what I'm getting into when I go to Boulder. But I was not anticipating 2020's bass house, acid wubs and club music at a "nice" restaurant. It was so jarring. I love that type of music but with the overall vibe of what the restuarunt is portraying itself to be, it was in exceptionally bad and cringey taste. We made a comment to our waitress who laughed it off and agreed that it was bad but blamed the manager. She went to the manager and they turned it down, but that didnt stop the wubs from intruding our conversation. The waitress came back and mentioned that the volume was down but the music was still horrendous. I don't even know if they have a dessert menu because she gave us the check EXTREMELY RUDELY. Just plopped it on the table, picked it up silently, and then brought back our receipt saying "thanks" no eye contact, no personality to be had. Overall, mediocre food with even worse ambience and even worse service. That manager(s) should be fired. A major revamp is in order to make that place better. Until then, I will never return.

Only real complaint here was the paella. It was quite good don't get me wrong, but for $42 I was expecting a more substantial portion size. Tapas were all good and pretty well in line with what you'd expect. Service, atmosphere, etc. were solid. Worth going but pretty spendy for what you get

Delicious tapas!!! We came in with our 5 month old and ate on the patio and the service was great! We loved the patatas bravas so much we got a second order. The meatballs were soft and delicious and the sauce was good too. The bread on the sandwich was a little tough to eat but otherwise yummy. Side salad was super fresh. Pink sangria was sweet but yummy. We will def be back next time we come to Boulder!!

Cute place on pearl st. Unfortunately the food did not deliver. Potatas braces was ok. A little too crispy and dry, and not enough sauce. Meatballs was my fave. Very flavorful sauce. Octopus was 100% not worth the $28. It was suuuuuper dry and lacked flavor. Pan con tomate sourdough was alright Croquetas de chorizo was just o.k. I've had better tapas.

Amazing food, great ambience and service. I loved sitting outside listening to this amazing musician belt out wonderful songs. Fantastic flan, with a Touch of sea salt!

It's so exciting to find a news restaurant that you know will now become a regular spot! We loved everything from the moment we walked in. Great atmosphere, awesome staff and absolutely amazing food. We started with a charcuterie board and had all three meats and all three cheeses. The drunken goat cheese and manchego were my fav. We shared the pasta bravas and meatballs. The meatballs were out of this world. Then we shared the mussels, prawns and octopus. All were fantastic. We were so full but wanted more! The flavors are very interesting and each tapas was cooked to perfection. We shared the BURNT BASQUE CHEESECAKE Palisade peaches, honey vanilla crème fraîch and it wasn't like any other cheesecake I have ever had. The cheesecake was smooth and creamy. We cannot wait to go back!!! Make a reservation it gets full. By 8:30 the restaurant was empty. We like to eat late so we made a 7:30 reservation. Pros Amazing food Great vibe Fun atmosphere Good for groups bc you can share Great dunks Amazing service Fair prices Nice variety on menu and something for everyone Con The second round of drinks were not nearly as well prepared as the first round. Lacked egg whites which we specifically asked for. We actually thought they would remake it when we brought it up to the manager. But they didn't. No other cons. I would highly recommend this place!!!

No complaints. Fresh and seasonal food, friendly staff; wish they had a few more tapas options but love that they have them in general . Drinks are fun and unique. Prices are reasonable, good for date night

We hit the jackpot when we came across this gem in Boulder. Everything about it from the time we came in until the time we left was fantastic. The food, the service, the atmosphere, the people. All top of the shelf. We can't wait to return.

The food does not disappoint!! Shared the goat cheese appetizer. Comes with onion jam and toasty bread! yum! Tried the sherry glazed spare ribs and meatballs. My daughter had the octopus! Finished off with the Flan ! The waitress was great and we had a nice comfortable booth in the back !

We had reservations at Gemini for our 20th anniversary. We sat inside, towards the back in a booth. We wanted a more quiet space and it was... The restaurant was absolutely beautiful. We love the ambiance! Our server was super busy and maybe not as attentive but was super sweet and we could tell she was doing her best. Our drinks, appetizers, meal and free desert was sooo good! It is pricy. But, we thought it was very worth it!

Such a great restaurant. I've never had a bad meal here! The tapas are great to share and the main dishes are different than anything you'll find in Boulder.

Took my wife here for a birthday dinner. Food delicious and fresh. We opted for small plates and drinks I believe we order 4 to share and it was plenty. Great drinks, very fresh G&t. service was good. I marked reservation as birthday, no special recognition.

I highly recommend this place! They were more than happy to accommodate our keto diet needs, as well as having gluten-free and vegetarian options clearly labeled on the menu. My partner ended the meal with a cappuccino which was also fantastic. As far as the vibe of the place, top tier! This restaurant is in the historic district by Pearl St and they did an excellent job of maintaining the space and cozy energy, while being sophisticated. One last note, I NEED to give our server, Kyle M, a shoutout for going way above and beyond! He even gave us recommendations for brunch in Boulder and texted a friend to ask about recs for Ned when we told him we were staying out there.

Ate here for my birthday last night and loved everything about it. We had many questions for our server and she was patient and had great recommendations. All the drinks were fabulous and unique, the tapas were perfect to share... the goat cheese is AMAZING , we ended up ordering another! The Spring Salad was crisp and lovely. The vibes in the restaurant are cozy and romantic, and they gave a free birthday desert, which was super nice :)

An outstanding dinner at Gemini! We made reservations for a Tuesday evening and were seated promptly. The vibes were great, not too loud, my partner made the comment, "upscale chilis," about the decor, but trust me it's a whole lot better than that lol. We had our drinks and first bites within 15 minutes, absolutely phenomenal service. Shout out to Tyler(? i think), best waiter ever! We tried the potatoes, the meatballs, and the croquettes to start. Absolutely banging, every single of them. The potatoes were so perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside super soft on the inside. As a main, we got the braised short rib. I thought it was a tad bit on the fatty side, but the polenta on the side really made up for it. For desserts, we were so impressed by dinner we got two, the molten chocolate cake and the candied oranges with ice cream. My partner preferred the very rich cake but I love and will continue to rave about the candied oranges. Such a unique dessert! I've never seen it served at a seated dinner. Wish I had pictures but we were super greedy tonight, and ate everything as soon as it landed:')

I love tapas places! This place seems like a good place if you're looking to grab a drink and small plates/tapas. It's cute inside and by plenty of other things in boulder. However, i wouldn't really go searching for a meal here. It's pricey and the portions are small, so i would only go here if i was planning on treating myself. The one thing i enjoyed the most would have to be the pan con tomate! (and this is coming from someone who doesn't like tomato) A close second would be the short rib, but they were small. Regardless, service was super nice. Would go again for the pan con tomate and maybe to try some other things.

My husband and I needed a date and even though this one was a lunch date, it was perfect! Of course the weather cooperated, so sitting by the windows with them open on a January day was super fun! Since losing The Med., we've been trekking to Denver for tapas, and this was a great find for us. First the drinks - of course! I tried a Spanish wine that I have not had before, and it was a 10/10: Raúl Pérez Ultreia Saint-Jacques 2018 Mecia, Bierzo. My husband ordered a 4 Noses beer and really enjoyed it. For a starter, we ordered the Croquetas de Chorizo, and they were piping hot, and incredibly tasty. So crispy and then the melty queso with chorizo was very well done. I would definitely order these any time I go! We shared the Jamón y Queso sandwich and while it was a little light on the Jamón, it was tasty. The bread is delicious, and it was satisfying. We even had dessert since we shared a sandwich, and it was the Spanish version of crème brûlée, creamy, not too much orange, and of course the sugar crunch on top. The service was great and the people all friendly. We will be back - and it's fun to support new businesses in our community.

Fantastic place! The bartenders Maggie and Lucien are fantastic! The food was fantastic! Great atmosphere. I would come here every night, camp in the bathrooms when they close, and be here for first call just to get more of those patatas! Fantastic!

Mains and big tables dont work. The food was very good, wait staff is pretty good but missed on attentiveness for a large table. We let our server know we would order tapas and mains. She brought up the "your food wont come out at the same time" = we dont know how to fire a table!!! Tapas came out very piece meal, almost like they were not put in at the same time, taking about 35 minutes to get the 9 tapas we ordered for a table of 6. Before the tapas came, we ordered mains, 3 salmon, one CF steak, one pork chop, 1 ribeye steak. This is when the wheels came off, the 3 salmon arrived, with in a minute the steak, then the CF steak.... We were missing one main but knowing it was "on its way" we started. Steak was cold, it must of sat a bit too long. As people finished their salmon, still no pork chop. When they cleared 3 salmon plates we asked about the pork chop again, it's coming.... It finally came and it was so over cooked it sent back. Server told manager, manager comped pork chop and one of the bottles of wine we had; he did that pretty much knowing he was in the shit. We tipped on the CC and added cash for the staff that served us. On our departure, we asked if he (manager) was short in kitchen and he said yes, 2 short. Advice; next time, tell us! We would have stuck with more tapas instead of having a birthday dinner ruined by your need to have the show go on.

Visited Gemini after walking and shopping around Pearl Street and was happy to find a restaurant I could just walk in and get seated at on a Sunday evening with no reservation. Between the 3 of us, we got a pitcher of white sangria and a few tapas to share and left quite full. The portions here really are larger than I am used to, though quality is lacking. Items we tried: White sangria - pretty good, not overly sweet and I liked the lychee in it! A pitcher serves about 4-5 cups so it's a great deal with a group Appetizers - we got the manchego, jamon, and olives, which were served with house made crackers and quince pate. It was a good amount to graze on before tapas arrived. Patatas bravas - super crisp, but not very flavorful, even though the amount of sauce on this would make one assume so. Would have enjoyed slightly bigger pieces of potato Champinones - huge portion of assorted mushrooms, pretty good! Soup - I truly did not expect this to be our favorite order. Soup is extremely filling and rich, it was perfect for the cold weather. Portion size was also huge, it could have definitely been a whole meal on its own Meatballs - super tender meatballs! However was served with moldy bread so we didn't touch that Mussels - not the highest quality mussels I've had, many shells were missing meat inside. The garlic bread it was served with was so toasted it was practically inedible Service was fast and friendly, but truly was unimpressed with the meal. We didn't order any entrees as none really stood out, they all seemed very plain and things we can easily make at home. Would love to see more items on the tapas menu and for them to really lean in more on the Spanish cuisine!

This was my boyfriend and I's first time at Gemini. The service was very great. They were very nice and accommodating. The venue was clean, nicely decorated, and had a great atmosphere. We loved the CHAMPIÑONES and the PATATAS BRAVAS. We also loved the cheese and meat selection we chose. The drinks were also very tasty. Super delicious. We didn't love the mussels. We would probably skip those next time. Overall such a great atmosphere. Amazing service. Great place to get a variety of sharing plates and drinks!!!

This was my first Tim trying tapas and the food was delicious. The staff was friendly and had great recommendations for what to try. The menu switches out weekly so they are always offering new foods to try! Right of pearl street in a prime location with patio seating available. Highly recommend!

My two fav Boulder meals have been at Gemini so I was excited to eat here again. Ordered the paella (paella Tuesday) and it was just ok. There was no chorizo in sight or in taste, lots of rice, 2 shrimp (one with the tail one without) and a four small pieces of chicken - completely underwhelming. When the bartender asked how my food was, I said, "it's just ok." He responded, "great!" Ordered the boguerones, yes this is a pickled dish but I expected it to be balanced with fat, acid, salt, heat. No, it's all acid served with dry tasteless sourdough. What a bummer.

I visited Boulder while on vacation. We ended up on Pearl Street and decided to try Gemini, based on the great reviews it gets on Yelp. We ordered a variety of tapas to share among the 4 of us. We ordered Patatas Bravas, Champinones, Shishito Peppers, and Spare ribs. This ended up being plenty of food for everyone. Overall, we all enjoyed each item and would recommend everything that we ordered. Overall, a very good dining experience.

My experience at Gemini was amazing. the food is so delicious and the service is amazing. The restaurant's environment was very inviting and beautiful. My dad and I shared many different small plates, each interesting and flavorful. There is perfect indoor and outdoor seating because of the Pearl Street location. I recommend Gemini if you are looking for a local, delectable restaurant to share dinner with your friends or family.

OMG. The food and cocktails were amazing. The duck was so tender i could cut it with a fork, flavorful, and generously portioned. The baked goat cheese is also a must try coming from someone who doesn't normally care for baked cheese. Juliet was also very nice and attentive.

My husband and I had a big lunch so loved that we could do tapas for dinner at Gemini. Best red sangria I've ever had. Croquettes were amazing. The only issue was the pacing. We told the waitress we were going to have a couple drinks and food. She told us she would pace it for us. Well, she did not. The drinks took a while and our charcuterie board came out literally 2 minutes after our drink, the croquettes about 2 minutes after that. We actually didn't order a second drink because the food came out so fast and the place was not full. We loved the atmosphere, drinks and food and would come back but would delay our ordering to accommodate our pace.

My friend and I were in town and thought Tapas on Saturday night was a great idea. Shoutout to Opentable.com for making reservations super easy and convenient. It had a very nice atmosphere with an attentive wait staff. I felt they had a good selection of wines (various price points), but the food was what was so good. We had papas bravas which normally I think is boring, but the way(and the sauce on it) they made it elevated it. We had the meatballs. My friend and I shared the paella (order early as it takes longer), and I swear it is one of the best paellas I have ever had--and I have had it in Spain! It is heavy on squid ink which I love...paellas can be bland, but this was rich with flavor and plentiful on seafood. This was my favorite restaurant on my week Denver/Boulder trip.

Stopped in for a quick lunch while exploring Boulder. Ordered a couple of glasses of wine (they had a really good selection), pan con tomate (pretty good, I think there was an additional ingredient besides the tomatoes and garlic that was off putting, maybe mushrooms?), and tortilla de papas (a little bland). We sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive and friendly.

The food was delicious and the ambiance was lovely. We had a great experience I'd dine there again! Plus, what Gemini doesn't love a fellow Gemini!

Gemini has a really beautiful atmosphere! I really loved where we were seated! The large windows and gorgeous hanging lamps/lights made a vibe I would consider romantic! We ordered the olives, fried artichokes, and egg/mushroom polenta! The food came out with a beautiful display and at the right temperature! The egg in the polenta was fried to perfection! Yummy yolk. My only draw back is I was curious to know what the artichokes were fried in, being that they were listed as gluten free and it took me almost the entire meal to flag down my server to ask questions! I don't necessarily mind a non-attentive server, because it does allow you to catch up and spend time with your party. But, it was difficult to get my questions answered. All in all, I would definitely come back here again if given the chance to be back on Pearl St Mall! The prices were a little more on the upscale side, but really not too bad for foods that feel good going in! It's a fun spot to share tapas with friends and family for sure. Everything I tried, I would also recommend to anyone trying this spot for the first time! And to answer the long awaited artichoke fry batter question... it's corn meal!

This was my first time at Gemini. Absolutely loved the food and service. We visited during happy hours, ordered the Croquetas, BCN sandwich, fried artichoke and few local drinks. Everything was delicious and service was quick. The server also got an autumn soup for my kid on the house. Definitely a great place to hangout and meet friends while enjoying some great delicacies.

I visited Gemini recently and the food was so amazing. This spot had a nice vibe, an open view of the kitchen, and it's conveniently located on Pearl Street in Boulder. I loved the kale salad. It was very flavorful. The cocktails were good. I highly recommend the coconut daiquiri. The prawns were my favorite dish of the night. This is one of the best places I've rated in Boulder. Definitely check them out.

We had a wonderful dining experience. The bartender seem to curate the drinks just for us. The food was outstanding, and the service was prompt, kindness, and wonderful.

I ate here in June 2023. First, it is right on Pearl Street mall, the walking portion of the mall. Second, great patio! My friend and I enjoyed people watching while we ate some tapas. Third, the tapas were absolutely delicious. I ordered the mussels, prawns, and possibly the mushrooms. My friend ordered the summer salad and cauliflower. We both ordered wine, and it was all delicious. Our server was friendly and quick to order, but she didn't hover, which was nice. I would definitely return.

Loved the tapas menu. I've never had mushrooms prepared in a light vinegar and I'm obsessed. All the food was great. The service was friendly and prompt considering how busy it was tonight. They definitely kept moving through dinner service. The restaurant it self has a nice classic ambiance. Probably my favorite restaurant on the Pearl Street Mall.

One of my favorite restaurants in Boulder! From the greeting at the door to the farewell after desert it was just fabulous! The tershi dip, boquerones and Ribeye were my favorites.

I went to Gemini for dinner recently with a group of ten friends and if we all loved the food and the atmosphere, the way the restaurants deals with a big table not so much. The space is cool, with exposed bricks and unique Turkish light fixtures. There is a also a small patio right on Pearl Street. The food tasted great, the only complaint being the size of some of the plates.  The cauliflower a la plancha ($15) is not listed under tapas and as a main course is quite small, more of an appetizer size. I had the prawns a la plancha ($17), which was delicious and decent size. My friends were also happy with their choices, the octopus a la plancha (tapas), the lamb and the quail were all tasty. For dessert, the cheesecake was the favorite, more like a very moist cake. About the service, I understand dealing with a group can be tricky, and our waitress was very sweet, immediately agreeing to do separate checks, smiling and accommodating.  On a Monday night, the place was far from full but it took quite a long time to get our drinks.  I had communicated with one of the managers the previous week to try to make it easier for the kitchen and provided him with our orders in advance.  I was surprised to see that none of it had been shared with the restaurant. That is a small annoyance but the main problem was that some of us were done eating (very slowly) while a few were still waiting for their plates.  The manager had mentioned that for groups they prefer the table shares a few big dishes, but I didn't realize that's the only option if you want everybody to eat at the same time! So, after that experience, I would still got back because the food is great but would limit my party to a table of four.

The name of the restaurant was the first thing that caught my attention, then the line-drawing logo. The interior design that we scoped from the hostess stand and the Spanish-inspired menu locked in Gemini as our post-hike lunch spot. I love real, traditional pan con tomate so I ordered that as my starter. Sadly, this wasn't that. Rather than grated fresh tomato on toasted bread rubbed with raw garlic, their soft, grilled thick-cut bread was topped with roasted tomatoes and garlic. Don't get me wrong, this was not bad eating, it just wasn't what I was envisioning and therefore a little bit of a letdown. For my main, I was torn between a few options but ended up going with the tuna sandwich and side salad. The bread was soft, soaked in beautiful earthy olive oil and the tuna conserva and veggie toppings made for a fresh, light lunch. Enjoyable, but not necessarily remarkable. I vacillated between 3 and 4 stars for this one but ended up going with 4. Even though I wasn't blown away by anything I tried, I could tell that everything was good quality and thoughtfully made so I'd happily return to try more of the menu.