La Rambla Restaurant & Social Room

Excellent food with a friendly and professional staff. The dates were an obvious favorite. The pork belly was a perfect blend of crispy and tender with the squid legs being so tender and immersed in its own flavor. *chefs kiss. The outdoor seating was pleasant and the over experience was one of a perfect summer evening meal.

Very delicious tapas place! The drinks were all so good, with an extensive menu. The tapas are true to its name and on the smaller side - which we expected - so we got to try a number of things. Highly recommend the croquetas - they were definitely the star. I’m not sure I’d get the lamb kebabs again but they weren’t bad. The Brussel sprouts were my second favorite.

Best paella I've ever had. Excellent food in a beautiful restaurant in gorgeous McMinville. We also ordered the scallops with romesco, bread and olive oil, mushrooms, and grilled octopus. All were excellent. The grilled octopus was perfectly cooked, tender with some light char. It simply can't be cooked any better. The scallops were also perfect. The romesco was light and flavorful. And the paella had the perfect balance of seafood and savory from chicken and chorizo. The service was great, unrushed, and the delivery of dishes was spaced well. Great restaurant that we will return to again!

Stopped in on whim because every other restaurant in town had huge wait times and lines due to the ufo event over the weekend. I am so glad we did. Drinks were great, food was incredible, service was delightful. We were immediately seated with no wait. Everything we had was great. Highly recommend the steak empanadas!

Whenever I'm back in the Willamette Valley wine region and I have the time to visit McMinnville, I try to arrange a visit to La Rambla. Over the many years it has always been reliable and my recent visit was no exception. I was there on a Sunday evening this time and while not packed, still plenty busy. (I'd booked in advance but there was room to just walk in.) I started with some Patatas Bravas and Calamari and finished with the Coffee Dusted Flat Iron steak. I was pleased with them all.

Tapas are good, but very small so not filling. Those are best as an appetizer, in my opinion. I prefer the full dinner dishes or occasional special multi course meal. Delicious food and great atmosphere. I highly recommend making reservations.

La Rambla hits the mark in every category, plus they stay open until 10:00 on Saturday. The atmosphere is electric inside and very relaxing outside (an option for whatever the mood).

We had a great time at this restaurant it was more than dinner. It's a whole experience. The waitresses was amazing and recommended a bunch of delicious options. Everything was over the top delicious. Their wine list is extensive with many local options as well Spanish options. We will absolutely be back to try more. The scallops were our favorite, but really, you can't go wrong with any of the small plates we had.

Friendly staff, great service, excellent food. Lively environment full of couples, friends & family gathering. This was our first visit but I did my Yelp research and checked the online menu to make a game plan. We also asked our server for her recommendations. Then we ordered many things and there isn't anything that we didn't like! Food highlights were the pork belly with romesco sauce and the garlic shrimp, but honestly everything we had was incredible. The order of the dishes and the pace of each course was on point. We didn't feel overly stuffed at any point. The wine was excellent and wow, dessert was incredible - we had the churros and the strawberry cheesecake ice cream. Obsessed. Honestly, we might be returning tomorrow!

Great food at a great price! All the staff were really welcoming and our bartender was really friendly and offered many suggestions. Her hospitality was over the top by giving us a few recommendations to do in the area during our trip to Oregon. Highly recommended ordering a few tapas and sharing family style with a glass of wine

Great dinner spot in McMinnville! They were fully booked for tables, but we cozied up to the bar and had a great experience. Bartender was super friendly. Get the Hoochie Mama cocktail if you like a little spice! The paella was very good. Takes 45 minutes, so get that ordered first and then enjoy some tapas. Tortilla Espanola was tasty with a yummy sauce on the side. Save room for some churros for dessert! We left happy and stuffed and had paella leftovers.

The space was warm and inviting but a bit loud. However, the food was spectacular and they had vegetarian and gluten free options which made it ideal for our party. The potatoes bravas and were calamari were especially tasty. Service was good as well.

La Rambla has a nice ambience and good food. The service is always attentive and prompt. If you are in the mood for tapas in the McMinnville area I suggest trying this place out.

LaRambla is closed from January 1st to January 16th - 2025. This is not posted on their website (and some of the staff doesn't even know ! ) Try Cuvee` in Carlton for a excellent alternative ! You won't be disappointed !!

Some friends and I popped in here one night after a new exhibit debuted at the Air and Space Museum. I'd never been before but my friends could not stop talking about it. We arrived between 7pm and 8pm on a Saturday night, and had reservations that we'd secured a few hours before. We were seated immediately. I have to admit, I wasn't really sure what to expect. I'd glanced through the menu a little bit online while we were in the car just to try to reduce surprises, and my friends warned me that it would likely be on the expensive side, but that it would be worth it. They were right on both counts. We started off with a round of drinks. I had an old fashioned that was devine to sip through most of our meal. I wanted to also try " The Bull" but I'll have to wait for our next visit. The food was unbelievable. We had pork belly that was cut thick like a steak, brussel sprouts with such an incredible sauce, my friends got some kind of seafood thing that I didn't try... but the absolute standout was the steak empanadas! So good, we got a second plate as our "dessert"! The service was overall very quick and attentive, and while the place is rather small/narrow, cleverly placed mirrors make the restaurant feel incredibly open. LIghting is on the dim side to make things feel intimate/cozy. Overall it's an upscale/posh vibe. There's also bar seating available.

First time here and happy that we were able to get a table. There's a university in the area and it was graduation day. The food was flavorful and beyond expectation. We were very impressed with the service as well. Our server was attentive and helpful. Food came out within a reasonable amount of time. The ambiance was relaxed and casual. Parking wasn't bad. Highly recommended!

One of the most amazing and flavorful paellas I've ever had @ La Rambla Restaurant in McMinville! It's about an hour south of Portland and worth the drive! We got the seafood paella and it can be easily shared with 2-4 people. The other tapas we got tasted so authentic too! You have to get the sangria pitcher while you're here also! We sat outside during the summer and it was absolutely perfect. Inside the restaurant looked more traditional.

Our family had the absolutely BEST time here yesterday. We came for a late lunch/early dinner after wine tasting nearby. We were so excited to check it out and it lived up 100% to our expectations! Our server was fun, friendly and knew the menu so well (younger, beautiful blonde lady). She helped make our experience so special. We tried the coffee dusted steak, sautéed mushrooms, piquillo peppers, raw oysters, pork croquetas, bacon dates, brussel sprouts, garlic shrimp, basque cheesecake and a sorbet for dessert. So pretty much everything and we do not regret it. Every single dish was phenomenal. Two pitchers of sangria later we were beyond happy and full! Cannot wait to come back here, McMinnville is so lucky to have La Rambla!

Easily one of the best meals we've had in years. Pork ossobuco was delicious, along with all kinds of other dishes. Loved everything about this place, and everything we ordered was phenomenal. Service was friendly and we never miss coming here while visiting Mcminnville.

One of my fav two restaurants this last trip to Portland. Super accommodating to my family's gluten free, dairy free diet. First we ordered the New York steak with potatoes and veggies. No big fan of New York steak but it was so delicious. Second dish we got was Paella with seafood and chicken. It was one of the best dishes I ate in a while outside with my family. The chicken was so tender and flavorful! It was a hit with us four. 1 hour drive from Portland and SO SO worth it. We were already in the area for the evergreen aviation and space museum so it worked out best.

Love love love this place! The servers are always so friendly. Service is exceptional. The bartender is the best! We have always loved the food and cocktails we've ordered here. Don't forget the coffee-crusted steak and grilled octopus!

Probably my best meal visiting Oregon. This place is in downtown McMinnville. It gets busy, so making reservations is a good idea and you can do that online. It feels like a real Spanish restaurant inside. I really like the croquettes and patatas bravas. Salad was good too and had a lot of cheese. My least favorite part was the jamon Serrano. It was very little meat and pricey. The churros dessert is excellent I recommend that. Definitely try this place if you're in town.

Came here for a double date with friends. I wish I took pictures of the food. I still think about the special seafood paella and the oysters. It was some of the best I've ever had!! This resturant is located in a cute small town near the wine country area. Highly recommend making a reservation it gets packed quick especially if you are traveling from out of town.

La Rambla Restaurant & Bar is one of the best restaurants in downtown McMinnville, especially if you like Spanish food! The last time we were here, we came for some tapas and wine before dinner, which was nice, but made it a goal to come back for the paella. I'm glad to report we finally tried it in our latest visit to La Rambla. I recommend making reservations for La Rambla Restaurant & Bar because it fills up, especially on the weekend. My partner and I made a reservation for a late lunch on a Sunday, which we were able to get when making a reservation the day before. However, dinner was completely booked. Late lunch it is! The restaurant has a lively vibe to it, with cool lighting features and dark accents, like what you'd find in a Spanish bar. The bar had a giant jug of sangria, which is their most popular drink here. We ordered a glass of that with our paella. They also have patio seating. The paella takes about 45 minutes to prepare, so plan accordingly. When we visited we weren't too hungry, but by the time the paella came, we ate every last bite. We enjoyed it, and it was a good size for two people, especially with all the different proteins it comes with - pork, shredded chicken, mussels, clams, shrimp and chorizo. Delicious! I was a fan. But it should be noted that the menu has a good assortment of tapas to share and larger plates. Plus, the dessert offerings include basque cheesecake, which is one of my favorite desserts! I would've ordered it had we not had plans afterwards. La Rambla is a great place to check out, especially with a group, so you can truly share the tapas around the table and order most everything! We'll visit again when we're back in town.

This restaurant was full because of reservations during the local University's graduation day however since we came early enough we were able to be seated. This is an upscale restaurant and the food shows it. It is fantastic. food and the staff were very courteous. Make this a stop when at McMinnville.

Nourishment after a day of wine tasting in Willamette Valley is a must and La Rambla is one of our favorite spots. Their focus is Spanish tapas while full plates are also available. I highly recommend the paella so be sure to place your order along with your first drink selection as prep time could be 45+ minutes. Check out there nice wine selection including a variety of wines by the glass. We had a reservation but arrived early for drinks and ended up staying at the bar. Ambiance and lighting feels upscale but attire is not.

Nice find in McMinneville! The atmosphere is fun and bar seating was friendly and prompt. The grilled octopus was delicious and I only wished portions were larger for the price. The paella was good, lots of muscles, decent number of prawns, and tender chicken but the pork was in shorter supply. I would love to see a version that included grilled octopus. Citrus flan was excellent. Wine was about 2x retail. All in all a good meal.

The best tapas restaurant in McMinnville! Reasonable corkage fee ($20). I went with a group of four and had a great time. Excellent: Charcuterie Board, Pork Belly, Brussel Sprouts, Shrimp, Scallops, Patatas Bravas Average: Green Beans (don't order) Finish with an order of churros with chocolate sauce.

Saw the wonderful reviews so went on line to make a reservation for that evening. It was already 5pm, so not surprising that they showed no availability. We were staying just a few blocks away, so walked over to see if maybe they had a couple of seats at the bar. The hostess was super friendly and was able to find us a table! Hooray! There are so many options on the menu that it was hard to choose. We ordered the grilled octopus with whipped feta, flank steak with blue cheese sauce, and lamb skewers with a yogurt sauce. All three were delicious and the sauces were out of this world!! Not a very robust beer list, but a great wine list. Justin was a great server!! Will definitely return when in the area!!

We heard so many good things about this place, and were looking forward to their Paellas, and unfortunately it was very disappointing. The Paella was overcooked, dry, and the taste of the seafood and the rice was overwhelmed with paprika. We also ordered Tapas: Artichokes, mushrooms and the potato dish and they were all very oily and again the potatoes were overwhelmed with spices (I don't mean it was too spice - I mean too much pointless spices were dumped on top of each other). We let them know one of the two Pamela's was actually burnt - they comped 1/2 the price of it. It was better than nothing but usually when you burn someone's dinner, you comp the whole thing. The service was good, the ambiance was meh . To be fair we are not from Oregon, and in the 2 days we have been here we have not had a noteworthy meal, so maybe for Oregon this is a 4 1/2 star restaurant - but for California this is not worthy of mentioning.

Really cute place in the quaint and historic downtown McMinnville. I highly suggest reservations as they do get busy. We had the fried Brussels sprouts, mixed greens salad,mushroom flatbread and seafood paella. I honestly wished we didn't get the paella and ordered something else because it was the only thing I had that I was not impressed by as it was too salty. Great and fast service.

Great food and vino, great outdoor digs, great service and server! We did eat outside, but if we had eaten inside it would have been a bit cold in there. Otherwise awesome!

After touring a few local wineries in the area, we wanted to get something to eat. And please, I beg of you, no more wine:):). We walked around McMinnville and came across La Rambla. It reminded us of the infamous road in Barcelona so it got our vote. We did not have a reservation so the hostess walked us over to the extra wing which was not busy. The menu was limited and I have to say, nothing was jumping off the menu at me. My hubby ordered a charcuterie board for $25 that was quite small, a mixed green salad and I got the flatbread with roasted tomatoes, basil and cheese for $18. A bit pricey for a flatbread, but what do I know...lol Our friends ordered scallops for $29 and the salmon salad. Everything was good but I have to say the prices were high for this area and the servings were small. The choices in the area were not fabulous but the street was quaint and quiet on a Sunday. There was plenty of free street parking, the street was closed off for pedestrians with many cute shops that I would have loved to peruse but they were all closed on Sunday. Waah! Not sure I would go back to this restaurant however, I would definitely go back to the area.

Outstanding food, service, and ambiance. Every dish we ordered was just right. We went the order several tapas route for all to share.

This is one of my favorite places for indoor dining with friends. lively atmosphere. The food is terrific. The bar staff is super fast and makes great drinks. I love the mushroom flatbread and the fried brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze and the artichoke are amazing as well. You can't go wrong with any other of their dishes absolutely wonderful food, and if you want to have a drink, I recommend homemade sangria. It is wonderful.!

Amazing tapas dishes! Quoting my husband 'it was over the top'! We had 6 dishes recommended by our server & they were all different, flavorful and fantastic! We'll be back

The Food was excellent! We ordered several Tapas and were quite pleased with each one. The service was amazing and friendly. Our waitress was Mazy and she timed our food to perfection! The ambience is cozy and warm inviting you to gladly visit again. Worth 5 stars and more!

We did not have a reservation but noticed this charming restaurant in downtown McMinnville, OR. What a wonderful surprise! This was the best Mexican food we'd ever had. There were 6 people in my party and they all ordered something different. Everything was great! Be careful not to fill up on the yummy chips and salsa because the entrees are fabulous. I really enjoyed my street tacos. The staff were friendly and helped us choose entrees. Their refried beans are unlike anything I've ever had; they were made with a white bean. The owner said this type refried bean was authentic but difficult to make. Delicious!!

Especially if you live in Oregon, you must go and check out McMinnville. 3rd street is absolutely adorable. Every restaurant and bar is amazing with outdoor seating, so you can't go wrong. This Spanish restaurant has nice outdoor tables, it is perfect for you to spend a breezy weekend afternoon there. I had their house special, seafood paella. I wanted to try other dishes, but it was more than enough for two people. Great atmosphere with nice people, so I highly recommend!

We enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant and asked them to pace us slowly, which they accommodated. Great selection of wines and food was a delight. We ordered a Paella as the capper for the meal and it did not disappoint.

I was super excited to stumble on a tapas restaurant in McMinnville! Service started off great and drinks came quick. We ordered the Brussels, pork Croquetas, and coffee dusted flat iron steak to start. Brussels we're great! Lots of creamy goat cheese and balsamic to dip into and the Brussels had a great crunch. The Croquetas were cooked nicely with a good crunch and salt. They were nicely cooked. The steak took forever to come out, and actually came out with the second round of tapas! The steak was super over cooked. We asked for medium and it came out well done, which took away from its texture and taste. Likely would have been better if it was cooked properly, as the coffee rub was really good! As for the pork belly, it was the biggest I've ever seen! The seasoning was pretty good. The albondigas de Pavo (turkey meatballs), when they finally came out, seemed pre-made. Kind of burnt on the bottom in pre-prepped sauce and then a splash of cheese and garnish thrown on top. The sauce was like warm, meatballs were a bit warmer and cheese not melted. There was way more sauce than meatballs, we were left digging for more meat. Nothing to write home about - in fact, I'd pass. Lastly, we'd ordered tbt piquillo peppers and they also took a long time to come out. Honestly, they were pretty tasty! I enjoyed the Spanish rice inside and the cream sauce was really good! We sat outside, but when running in to use the restroom the restaurant had a nice bar. It was rather dimly lit, so maybe a fun place for a date night.

Myself and my family stopped here on the way to the coast for vacation. The staff was excellent they even brought out a water bowl for our dog. The food was good we went with a bunch of small plates. It all was fantastic this is a spot to stop to eat

We stopped by for dinner around 7pm on a Saturday and got seated right away. It was pretty busy so I would recommend getting a reservation, especially if you plan to come with a larger party. We ordered the sauteed green beans, tortilla espanola, grilled octopus, and paella. FYI it takes 45 min for the paella so I'd put that order in right away. Out of everything we ordered, we enjoyed the grilled octopus dish the most. The octopus was tender but still had some chew and came with a saffron aioli that complemented it nicely. The green beans were a bit of a letdown, the blue cheese plus hazelnut wasn't a very cohesive combination. The tortilla was also not what we expected, it was a lot more potato and very little egg, onion, etc. The paella was a very generous portion portion and tasted alright. The rice was a little too wet and we didn't get any socarrat on the pan. Overall, the dishes here aren't very authentic but still decent. Service was also on the slower side, but the staff was pleasant.

Everything is delicious! Beautiful restaurant, attentive staff, amazing food! Tapas were unbelievably delicious. We were told by several locals to eat here and we are so thankful we did.

I've been here several times and always leave full and satisfied. The Crispy Pork Belly, Mushrooms & Shrimp are always my go-to here. Service has always been good. Recommend as a date night spot. For how good the food is here, the prices are very reasonable.

The tapas here are incredible, and consistently good. Been here a few times and can recommend the bacon-wrapped dates, coffee crusted steak, and octopus. Everything I've had here is delicious, and the service is friendly. They are pretty quick with service considering it's always busy. This is the perfect place to grab a meal after some wine tasting!

We came on 10/29, near the end of the season. Booked a 6P reservation on a Tuesday, place was packed by 630! Croquetas were fun, a spicy roundball version of the latin dish. My wife is a croqueta expert (Cuban, we live in Miami) and although different, she loved them. Patatas Bravas were also outstanding. Just the right amount of crispness and seasoning. We would pass on the jamon iberica next time. We love this delicacy and get it wherever we go but the portion size was almost too small to taste. Oysters were delicious, they added 2 to the 6 order due to the small size (which we appreciated).....nicely seasoned, went well with the chardonnay. Complimentary bread was great too. The only complaint for the night was the remaining dishes took close to 40 minutes to come out. Octopus and small steak dish were both good, but were a a bit dry. May have been under the lamp a bit too long. We liked the restaurant though, staff was friendly, smiling and trying their best. We would come back, but would likely come at 5P, or 8P to avoid the rush.

The missus and I put together last-minute weekend plans for our anniversary, with wine tasting at Archer and Sokol Blosser, and dinner at La Rambla. I originally tried to get a reservation at Thistle, but kept getting an answering machine that they were "closed down". Happily, we were able to get into La Rambla. We ordered the Sun-dried Tomato and Jamon flatbread, lamb skewers, Bocquerones, and fried artichoke hearts. All were delicious, but especially the Bocquerones, a bruschetta with marinated anchovy filets and fresh chopped tomatoes and herbs. The lamb skewers were a bit meatloaf-textured, but the harissa was divine. The wine list runs 9 pages long, and covers many of the great wines of the area and Spain. It was near freezing outside, and each time the door opened we got a blast of cold air, but everything else about La Rambla was spectacular!

The food was very good. The service was great. The restaurant was nicely done. The mirrors on the wall gave the illusion of space without being obvious.

Good food, but they delivered 4 tapas plates in less than 10 minutes. Strange service for a tapas place. Normally it's a very casual pace. Felt rushed the whole time and there were plenty of tables open.

This was a ver memorable experience the tapas was fantastic we had the coffee dusted steak as well as clams lamb nachos and mushroom flatbread all had great flavor. Can't figure out what wine to have do the sangria it will make wish you ordered a pitcher the first time. And most definitely have the churros they are so light and smothered in cinnamon sugar. In fact we went back the next night for paella it had great flavor as well. Got the pitcher the next night by the way. Shared some with people next to us they loved it as well . Service most definitely 5 stars very friendly and attentive they even remembered us from night before. Hey just go!

Outstanding food here at La Rambla, everything we ordered was packed with flavor. We ordered four dishes for two people and found that to be just about right in terms of balance and quality. The freshness of the mixed greens perfectly complemented the intensity of the jamon serrano, the richness of the sauteed mushrooms, and the boldness of the steak. The service was great, and the ambiance was so pleasant that we felt the time just flew by as we sat and enjoyed our meal.

This has been on the radar for a while. The wife was feeling adventurous so we have it a shot. I had heard from some folks that they struggled a little coming out of Covid. It's possible that we just had an early reservation but everything seemed smooth to us. We started with the cheese plate. Great selection of cheeses. Nothing too funky. We were a little confused by the accoutrements. Lemon, currants, nuts, pickled onions. While each was delicious it didn't make a lot of sense in the plate. The menu said membrillo, but it wasn't on the plate. It was definitely missed. Then the fried artichoke hearts. My wife is a big fan of artichokes. Nice marinade, not too powerful. Good bite. Vegetable flatbread was pretty good. The crust was a little more thick and toothsome than I'm used too. Delicious. Then my wife wanted to order the battered green beans. And I was like we have enough but she insisted. Wow. This dish stole the show. The beans were crispy and sweet in a way I have never tasted beans before. I'm wondering if it was the season or the technique. Guess I'll just have to come back in the winter and find out. My wife got the Hemingway to drink. She was a big fan. Another huge hit was the flan. It gave this amazing velvety texture. The sauce was very complex with lots of fun flavors. Would get again! The churro had a texture that was a little off. The inside was a little too soft. Hard to tell of it was undercooked or intentional. Fortunately the dulce de leche forgave a lot. Our reservations for another restaurant fell through and we considered coming back. We definitely could have.

Vibrant tapas, cozy, good vibes in McMinnville. It would be my hang if I lived in the area.

Stopped by La Rambla for dinner while in McMinnville. It was probably my favorite meal of the trip! Being a Spanish teacher and having lived in Spain, I'm a sucker for tapas. We ordered 4 tapas and the churros and it was the right amount of food for 2 of us. Everything we had was good, but the patatas bravas and the piquillo peppers were the winners. I will definitely be back next time we're in McMinnville!

I love the Paella for two and Tapas/Pinchos selection is fantastic for starters or sharing. The bartenders are top notch and with a house made Sangria you can't go wrong. The are some excellent places on 3rd and this is definitely one of them.

I had been to La Rambla approximately four or five years ago and couldn't get this place out of my mind. The service is excellent as the waitress was very familiar with the items on the menu, she was accommodating to my granddaughters and served us with a smile, I love that the place had a very chill relaxed atmosphere and we could all hear each other talking. the food was originally what brought me back. It is fantastic. My family loved it. I hope to be back soon.