Las Tapas De Lola

Las Tapas de Lola was buzzing when we arrived—mostly young diners chatting happily, a lively hostess checking in with tables, and servers constantly weaving through with plate after plate of tapas. The atmosphere was undeniably fun, though it was so loud that my Apple Watch gave me two noise alerts. But let’s be honest: the main reason you go to a restaurant is for the food. That’s where things fell short. Seeing the high reviews here, I was wondering if Dubliners have ever tasted authentic Spanish tapas. Here’s a breakdown of what we ordered: Chicharrones: Extremely salty—we couldn’t finish them. Chistorra: Scrumptious, but I doubt it was homemade. Patatas bravas: Not bad. Calamari: Tasted and looked like something straight out of the freezer aisle. Croquetas: Decent. Crispy eggplant: Delicious while hot, but loses appeal quickly. Gambas: Our favorite dish of the night—juicy and flavorful. Manchego cheese: You can’t go wrong with it. If you're a foodie looking for authentic tapas, this probably isn't your spot. But if you’re in it for the lively vibe, drinks, and a fun night out with friends, you’ll have a great time.

An incredible evening! Fabulous food, a fun atmosphere, the staff was so friendly, and Vanessa was incredibly kind, charming, and helpful. Go there! You won’t regret it.

Tapas de Lola is the best Spanish Tapas restaurant in Dublin and probably in entire Ireland. I went there recently with a group of friends. The food, service, and wine were incredible. I highly recommend trying their patatas bravas, pig checks, Spanish sausage, crocets, mushroom, and octopus. Try to book your spot in advance as this place is always busy. However their are keeping their outside for walk-in, so you may be a lucky one. My favourite wine on their list are Clos de Lom Garnacha and Finca la Colina Verdejo. Many thanks to Anna & Vanessa for an incredible food & wine journey. I can't wait to be back again!

Absolutely incredible! We walked in at 5pm on Thursday, and within the hour the whole place was full! Incredible food, we got 2-3 plates per person, and the service was great. Would definitely recommend. If eating around 5ish I think youd be able to walk in... but there were lots of tables reserved for later in the evening so would recommend booking for any later in the day.

Holy cow, who knew Dublin was such a foodie city? Tonight it was tapas, and I keep forgetting to photograph all the dishes before devouring them. We had cured tuna in olive oil (the oil was divine), padrón peppers, eggplant with a *very* dark & tasty honey, shrimp in a smoky chili-garlic sauce, calamari with a creamy garlic sauce, and crema Catalán for dessert. The two owners, Vanessa & Anna run an extremely well-oiled business, and everyone was just so, so nice! If I lived here I'd go every week and try something different each time. Absolutely one of the nicest meals of our trip so far. Definitely book ahead, as the place is cozy and packed to the eaves. A restaurant for the gods!

Excellent ambience, drinks, and plenty of things to try catered by kind and attentive wait staff! I had such a nice experience by myself reading Irish literature and eating. I highly recommend the mussels (a huge portion for the price!) and getting bread to sop up the sauce after. My favorite drink is vermouth, and they had both white and red available for the most affordable options I’ve ever seen. Definitely my favorite culinary experience I’ve had in Dublin thus far!

Food and service were excellent from the moment of reservation. Vanessa was very attentive and treated us in a super friendly manner. The restaurant’s atmosphere is wonderful, the food is delicious, and there are excellent vegetarian options. A brilliant experience and I’m hopping to go back soon! 🧡

We experienced a deeply frustrating bait-and-switch. Our reservation, made specifically for Gordita via their website number, was unilaterally transferred to Las Tapas de Lola upon arrival, due to Gordita being overbooked. While restaurants can get busy, the lack of an apology or attempt to offer alternative solutions was unacceptable. We felt pressured to stay because we had provided a credit card for the booking. The service was disorganized, with part of our order completely forgotten (the octopus salad). The food quality was consistently poor: excessively salty spinach and chickpeas, inconsistent mussels (empty and chewy), cold-centered pig cheeks, and an onion-heavy octopus salad. Only the pan con tomate and mushrooms were satisfactory. Portion sizes were extremely small for the price, even by tapas standards. While the cost of the late-arriving pig cheeks was removed from the bill, the completely missed octopus salad was not. What truly compounded the issue was the dismissive attitude of the owners. They minimized the fact that our reservation was switched, missing the point entirely. The issue wasn't simply being moved; it was the lack of transparency and proactive communication. They should have informed us of the overbooking when we made the reservation or at least called to offer a choice between the two restaurants or cancellation. This overbooking practice, coupled with the noisy ambiance and disorganized service, suggests a restaurant operating beyond its capacity, ultimately sacrificing quality and customer experience. This is not how a reputable restaurant operates; it's more akin to a budget airline overbooking and disregarding customer preferences.

Absolutely the very best Tapas , Great ambience , Very friendly Staff and Wonderful food !! Very Highly Recommended

Nothing beats tapas in Spain itself, but something as close as the authentic flavors in Spain. This is the closest by far. I tried many tapas places and this place beats it for sure. Best tapas place in Dublin. Tapas range between $5 -$15 each. Each person would need about 3-4 tapas. It's on the pricy side but still very enjoyable and I definitely recommend it.

Absolutely exceptional! The staff, service, food, drinks and ambiance are outstanding! This place is fantastic! I'll let the photos speak for itself. Pro tip: make a reservation and park near green bench cafe

Perfect little spot for a late dinner when we arrived to Dublin. Cozy, but obviously a very popular spot because every table was full. The food was GREAT! We got meatballs, shrimp, mushrooms, and the potatoes. I got a dirty martini, which ended up being the best one I had while in Ireland. I was even surprised by the fact that it had anchovy stuffed olives, which typically I wouldn't even try, but learned I like them! We were able to get in right away despite the crowd, which was awesome. Perfect spot!

Definitely gets crowded Friday to Sunday so call ahead for a reservation when possible. I came around 9pm and they said to come back in 30 minutes and MAYBE they'll have a table. When I came back, I had to wait another 15ish minutes but then was able to get a table. They had to turn away the couple that came after me! You get a welcome drink so I drank mine while I was waiting. Service was great and restaurant was cute. Bathroom was large and clean. Croquetas de jamón - a bit more creamy/wet than my liking, but still good. Very thin and crispy crust on the outside Tortilla de patatas - this is my favorite tapas dish, but this one imo had too much potato and not enough egg. But still a classic and a very very large slice. Pulpo a la gallega (Galician style octopus with potatoes, paprika & olive oil) - amazing dish. Potatoes are at the bottom and didn't get too much flavor but it was a good balance having both.

The food was wonderful and authentic. Tasted just like it did in Madrid. Service was great! We will absolutely be back.

Las Tapas de Lola was pretty good. We visited on a Friday night without a reservation and the place was packed, but they were able to get us a table for two. They gave us a small welcome drink, which was nice. We ordered sangria and wine which was all fine. For food, we got tapas like pan con tomate, croquetas, gulas (baby eel), and mussels. It was all pretty good, but I've had better. For example, the pan con tomate and croquetas were not as good as Jaleo in Washington, DC. Food came out randomly as it was ready, which was expected, but it took a bit longer than we would like to get our first dish. This was my first time trying baby eel and it was fine, but it could have been anything; the main flavor was from the garlic oil sauce it was in. The mussels were also fine, I've also had better. I liked the ambiance, which was festive and lively.

One of my favorite restaurants in Dublin. The jambon croquettes are to die for. The Spanish omelette is good and the chickpea spinach. I always order these. The restaurant is small but great vibe and friendly but busy staff.

Solid tapas place in Dublin. Please make sure you have reservations ahead of time, or be prepared to be turn away! The dining experience takes about 90 minutes as they cook tapas in batches and everyone who orders x all gets served at the same time. It's efficient and ensures your food comes out piping hot. Highly recommend all the small bites and appetizers, especially the almonds and chicharrones!

We loved this restaurant! It was both energetic yet intimate. The staff brought such a positive energy to the tables and their service was only outdone by the quality and taste of the food. So so good and we can't wait to try it again when we are back in Dublin!

Good was great service was excellent. As an out of towner the food was really great! The wine selection and staff were super friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were a bit wonky but very clean.

Large selection of small plates, ordered prawns in garlic sauce, squid rings, meatballs, Spanish omelets, more than enough for two people, less than €50, they do have a two plate minimum per person,, but it was mentioned before we were seated. Staff was friendly and attentive.

Best tapas in Dublin! I was visiting Dublin and asked our front desk manager for a recommendation for tapas and he suggested Lola... The place was buzzing, the service was great and the food was very tasty. This restaurant has a bunch of awards all over the walls, it's very good and not too pricey..

Cute little tapas spot. Nice ambiance and tasty dishes. Large tapas dishes also - they dont skimp you. Stand outs were the croquetes, shrimp in garlic sauce, and sausage. But pretty much every dish was excellent

Definitely the highlight of our week in Dublin! Make sure to call ahead for reservations. Very friendly staff, delicious authentic Spanish small plates and great wine list. Although the calamari sounded and looked a bit boring it literally melted in the mouth. So good! The garlic chili shrimp were so fresh and perfectly spicy! Will definitely visit again!

Amazing food. Drinks, and atmosphere! This was our first dinner while in Dublin and it set the bar very high. My wife and I got married in Madrid and were in Dublin to celebrate our 5th anniversary. So Spanish tapas sounded like the perfect way to enjoy the occasion. We were greeted kindly at the door, our service was phenomenal, and we left with a great memory of our celebratory evening.

What a fantastic place!! Amazing food and a really great service. Such a brilliant addition to food experience in Dublin.

I was in the mood for tapas while I was in Dublin and was happy to have found this restaurant. It's right next to the Molly Malone statue and has tables indoors and on the sidewalk. Their menu offers a lot of the usual tapas. I've eaten here several times and keep trying different items from their menu. Everything that I've tried has been really good. It's been consistent enough that I would hesitate yo recommend this place to friends.

Las Tapas de Lola was hands down one of the best meals I had in Dublin. They had a huge variety of small plates from all different regions of the world. My favorite by far was the giant meatball - for sure a must have! The atmosphere is so cozy. Small tables, small place, but so much character. There's a small terrace area that is an option for dining which was also very quaint. The waitstaff was very friendly and responsive. I would highly recommend stopping in!!

This red wine was from Priorat, Spain, it combined the taste between Champagne and red wine. Love it. The combination of the scattered sea salt and the green chilli was just as good as the spicy red wine. The freshness of the cheese squid also accentuated the wine. The goat liver with the fragrant garlic gave the perfect ending. Great service!

Wow. I heard high praises from others about how this place has excellent tapas, but words cannot describe how amazing the food here is. Top notch quality and a diverse array of tapas that brings me back to my trip in Barcelona a few months ago. We did family style across a number of dishes - from the machego cheese w honey, pig cheek, croquettes, spicy meatball... everything was great. The standout was surprisingly the potatoes tapas dish - I'm not a huge potato fan, but this place makes em so crispy and flavorful with the accompanying sauce. The jamon was good as well, but def very average compared to Spain. Don't forget to try the Sangrias!

Excellent in all aspects from food, service to the all important wine. The pig cheeks were super so would highly recommend. Very busy so would recommend a reservation for either lunch or dinner.

Fantastic food. Couldn't believe how fair the pricing was. Amazing hospitality. Totally worth making a reservation. A highlight of our Dublin trip.

Fantastic lunch here. Don't come here if you're in a rush but but take the time to enjoy the slower pace Good food washed down with a glass (or two!) of Albariño. I enjoyed the chorizo and black pudding. The churros with chocolate sauce for dessert are a must eat dish for me!!

Hurry up and check this place out. We were a walk in this this and were lucky to snag a table for 2. The place was packed. We sat outside on the covered terrace. The food was delicious, owners and staff were very friendly. We had salted almonds, goat cheese, prawns, garlic and chili, Tumbet which is a potato courgette aubergine tomato dish really good and we also had the Spanish omelette. It was a lot of food. Had hoped to have room for some dessert but the churros looked good but we were too full. next time one less dish to make room! Looking forward to making this one of our go to places in Dublin.

It was a great night! We did not make a reservation so we went there early like 5:30 pm. Because they were still fully booked, we sat on the terrace. At first we were worried that we would get cold, but in fact it was fine! It gets a little loud due to the cleaning car on the street or some rude motorcyclist but they don't bother our dinner! The waiter was attentive and friendly. Food came in order and he made sure that we understood the menu. We got Chorizo Criollo, Carrillada, Gambas Plancha, and Arroz Negro with some bread (Racion de Pan). The waiter also provided a complimentary salad sample (mayo, tuna) that went well with our order. It was a nice gesture and the taste was also good! I see that people are raving about Arroz Negro that was cooked with squid ink, but to be honest it wasn't "wow" to me. However, the pig cheeks (Carrillada) was so amazing! The sauce was perfect and the meat was super tender. I highly recommend to order a side bread as well bc with any dish you order you can dip a piece of bread in the sauce. Yum. We will definitely come back to this place in the future. It was a very pleasant dinner.

Lovely tapas restaurant in a bustling part of Dublin. Came here for dinner on our last night in town and was not disappointed. We got lucky and we're seated immediately during prime dinner time but I can see from how many people were "turned away" that reservations are a must. They weren't turned away per se, but who wants to sit around for a 1.5 hour wait? The Chicharones were delicious and were our favorite dish. Definitely recommend. Outdoor seating is really cute with blankets for when it's chilly. This is a place is definitely worth the hassle of making a reservation.

Nice food, nice ambience. The House sangria was good. Got couple of samples to begin with. Liked their style of giving samples so you order it. Liked the shrimps. Ordered a fish pot and the garlic chili shrimp appetizer. All were great!

Great spot, difficult to get a table on a Tuesday evening which is crazy! Tapas were tasty and inexpensive but the service wasn't great. Wouldn't be going back in a hurry.

I've been to Las Tapas de Lola twice now, and this is honestly one of the best Tapas places I have seen. And you might look at my name and guess that I've seen quite a few. As far as the food goes, the only thing I can say is be adventurous and listen to what the staff recommends. They'll have specials, which will always be worth a go. If you're in a party mood try their gin and tonic - I didn't the first time around and now I regret it, because I could have enjoyed it twice now.

Back after too long, we chanced our arms and we were in luck. A group who had just arrived had two less people, so we nabbed the spare table off the back of that. Before we ordered we were brought a sample of their home made Tinto de Verano. As it was delicious and extremely drinkable, we order some more of it. For food we went for: Salted cod fritters Chicken croquettes Meatballs Marinated pigs' cheeks Patatas bravas y allioli Portion of bread All was excellent with the pig cheeks the highlight. The only thing that disappointed us a little was the cod fritters, they were not what we were expecting, but perhaps we were also a bit sated by the time they came along (and less ravenous for food). The bread was good too and great big pieces of it too. While waiting for our food, they also gave us a sample of their mussels dish. This was also another highlight. We were tempted to add that to our order, but resisted. But we will definitely be ordering the mussels when we go back. A great tapas restaurant in Dublin. Really looking forward to going back.

Everything I ordered was very good. They all taste authentic. I got a veggie dish, shrimp, and octopus. And for desert I went with creme Catalan.

My husband and I are in Dublin on our honeymoon and we were looking for a place close to our hotel to grab dinner. The food at this place was outstanding! The service was great, too! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. They even gave recommendations on what to try. They gave us some mussels to start. We tried the pork cheek which was so tender it fell apart. Then we tried the octopus which was so good! It wasn't chewy like most octopus I've tried at other places. The paprika on it gave it a wonderful smoky taste. We also tried the spicy meatball which packed so much flavor. The outside was nice and crispy. It was delicious. Also, we tried the paella of the day which was seafood paella with squid ink. It was unlike anything I've ever tasted! They give you an aioli that complimented it so well. Lastly, we tried the white chorizo with chimichurri. So good! We were absolutely stuffed by the end! But I'm so glad we were able to try those tapas. We were very happy with our overall experiences here! Would definitely go back.

Thank Lola for Tapas! Went here as part of a group of 12 and were all warmly welcomed and told a little about what to expect from the evening & the tapas experience! I actually started this review about 3 weeks ago & it was only when I tried to get a table here last Thursday that I realised I hadn't posted it from my drafts! We didn't manage to get a table but the return visit is always a good sign! I'm already a big tapas lover so would have loved to be let loose on the extensive menu but as a large group we had to settle for a set group menu. At €25 the menu was great value..all dishes were decent portion sizes for sharing. I'm still dreaming of the olives, definitely the best you'll find in Dublin! (Pips in obviously) The main dishes were all very tasty, fresh bread, patatas bravas, tortilla, squid ink paella (this one definitely wasn't in the running for #foodporn however tasted great!) I know tapas always come separately when ready but my only disappointment was that the pork loin kebabs came when we were totally finished all other main dishes & everyone was ready for dessert! They did taste great though! I would also love to have seen some txistorra on the set menu..the amazing juices & oil they give would have been a welcome change to the garlic aoili that seemed to accompany each dish! I managed to leave space for the churros with chocolate sauce...as good as any I've tasted in Spain! A good rival for the Port House...not sure I can pick a favourite yet!

Loved this place - sat outside and the staff were so friendly. Will definitely be heading back some time soon - everyone try the spicy meatball, presentation is amazing.

Chanced walking in here on a Friday night (thinking there'd be no way we'd get a table) and were told there would be a 45 minute wait for a table. That was fine with us as there are dozens of bars right beside it. We went for a drink and got a call 20 minutes later telling us the table was available. Great. When we sat down we were given a little glass of a red wine and lemonade mixture - it was lovely. We were then given a mussel each while we reading the menu. The food was really really good. We had 4 plates, a bottle of wine and the churros for dessert and it amounted to 60e including tip - I'll definitely be back!

This place was sooo good! We ordered so many things but the highlights were the fried goat cheese, the oxtail, and pork cheek. We both got cocktails and then split a bottle of wine. We spent 100 euro but it was well worth it and we were full and happy. I ate at quite a few places in Dublin and would highly recommend this restaurant. While not Irish food, it was a great dining experience in not just Ireland but overall. I would recommend making a reservation however, otherwise there will likely be a wait.

the service here, much like most of the places we tried in dublin, is warm & feels like the staff are all part of a family. even better, the food (which all came out shockingly fast) was delicious &, to my amateur palate (only been to barcelona once) seemed authentic. this place was recommended by our sandeman's dublin tour guide, stephen who i also highly recommend!

A friend of mine just popped a great review on for this place and it dawned on me that I hadn't yet posted mine! Amazing. Literally amazing tapas and even better service and atmosphere. This was a regular haunt when I lived in Dublin and I'd take any family or friends that came to visit to this spot without fail. The iberica ham here is some of the finest meat I've ever tasted and since eating here I've realised that other tapas joints don't quite match up! Your regular tapas options here are spot on as well - bravas and calamari are two to try. Overall though you cannot go wrong here, if you want good food in Dublin, you go to Tapas De Lola!

We just had our 20th anniversary dinner here and it was lovely. My husband grew up in Spain and his mom is a wonderful Spanish cook so we are hard to impress - everything was delightful from the tortilla espanola, croquettes, and ensaladia to the sangria. It's a lovely quaint atmosphere and the staff were friendly, sweet and efficient. 6 stars !!

It was so yummy that I forgot to take pictures!!!! That never happens to me We had patatas bravas, lentil stew, panfried chicken, fried squid, chicken croquettes and some free mussels for starter - yeah right, you usually get a free taster!! All in all amazing tapas restaurant, with the most attentive staff I have experienced since a long time. The owner and her partner really have a goldmine here, beautiful food, authentic experience and the design is very warm/Mediterranean. Love it love it love it!

With an atmosphere both intimate and lively at the same time, friendly service and delicious food, Tapas de Lola is a winner for me. Three of us decided to try this place last Saturday for a girls' night out and it was the perfect choice. We ordered 6 dishes between us to share,and got quite a good variety of items to try. Everything was tasty, but my personal favourites were the sauteed mushrooms with runny egg yolk, the paella, the bombas (on the menu, it's described as a meatball, but it's more like a giant potato croquette with a meaty centre), and the lentil stew. Our Spanish waiter actually recommended the lentil stew, saying that the restaurant's version is even better than his grandma's recipe! The entire meal came to about €25/person, which we thought was a great value. They also have a very drinkable house white on the menu for just €22, which made for a very affordable night out. I will most definitely be back to try more things on their menu!

Just showed up on a Monday night and were able to be seated pretty quickly. There was enclosed patio seating available also. The manager brought us a sample of the Russian salad which was good and also a small tasting of a sweet drink. We ordered 6 tapas dishes and it was too much food for the two of us. They don't have a take away license though, so bring your own plastic container or bring a healthy appetite. We had the meatball appetizer, Barcelona meatball, tampet, garlic chicken, pork cheeks, and a potato dish. All were good and I'd get them each again.

Just an amazing place! Really hard to get a table but if you are craving to try something different or just love Spanish tapas! Ring and book table now before it's too late

I am a huge tapas fan and wasn't expecting Ireland to have great tapas! Boy was I wrong! Delicious, great atmosphere, great servers! Superb!

After all the raving reviews we decided to chance our arm without a reservation early enough on a Thursday night. We were lucky and got the last table. One of the high ones in the middle so the next table wasn't immediately next to you. We were delighted and it was only half 6. We got a complimentary aperitif (something very lemony) while we studied the menus. The waitress, who seemed to be the manager, was lovely and helpful and listed all her recommendations. Unfortunately, we only caught half of what she was saying, cause the noise level was way above average. We ordered some lamb livers, chilli prawns and oxtail stew and two veggie plates on the side. The meat options were nice, the veggies a bit meh and the prawns.... Well you can't really mess up chilli prawns, can you? So to break this down: service solid 5 stars, everyone was friendly and attentive. The food was average and for that a bit pricey. Ambience and noise level: well we couldn't really have a conversation, it was just too loud. We could have yelled stuff at each other to 'out-noise' the group of people next to us but that is never really an option. So I might consider coming back here with a bigger group of people, but definitely not with just 1 dining partner, nevermind a date situation. This place is seriously popular and there was a huge queue out the door when we left. I don't really get it but then again... I don't need to understand everything.

I've been trying to get a booking here for a long time- always to no avail. I could'nt believe it when I got a table for last Tuesday. I was happy as it was my friends birthday and he loves tapas. I was just back from Spain where every second place seems to serve amazing tapas. Thats the benchmark for me so Las Tapas de Lola had to live up to. I love the decor. Its a small enough space but its very well designed. There is a terrace where tables are allocated on a first come, first serve basis. Inside all the tables are booked. We were given just under 2 hours which was loads of time. While we perused the menu, we ordered Gin Mare and Tonics. These are large measures served in goblets. We had planned to get a glass of wine but didnt in the end as the gin was sufficient. We chose a few different things including bravas, pimientos, octopus, chorizo with black pudding, and pigs cheek. I liked them all especially the peppers and the chorizo. Our meal for two with a large gin and tonic each, six tapas, a dessert each and coffee came to €89. We left a €10 tip so the total was just under €100. The service is speedy and friendly. This is the closest I have come to eating tapas in Dublin that feel like a Spanish experience. I would recommend a booking here- I know I will be back.

Si si si señiotrita!!!! This place really is all kinds of fabuloso. Let's start with the dishy, authentically-Spanish-and-suitably-hairy-chested waiter. God he was gas, not to mention very knowledgable about the wine & food menu. In fact, his energy and passion for squid meant that although neither myself or my friend thought we liked squid, he convinced us to order the dish, and gosh were we deliriously delighted that we did! My favourite dish had to be the Aubergine though. Now call me biased (because I am officially aubergine's biggest EVER fan), but it was sublime. Fried, but not overly-oily, and ever-so-gently salted... My goodness I could have eaten the stuff forever. There was a great aul' buzz about the place too so I really can't fault anything about Las Tapas de Lola as it pretty much ticks every box for me... 'Hon the Lola!!

Some of the best tapas I've had. The price was great, and the flavors were complex yet familiar. The squid ink rice dish was fab, the plethora of seafood was perfect, not a miss on the table. The vegetarian dishes didn't look that great from what we saw on other tables, but I can't judge by looks. This was a great meal worth a visit for sure.