Como Taperia
Spanish restaurant · Mount Pleasant ·
Spanish tapas & wine bar: small plates, free happy hour tapas
Spanish tapas & wine bar: small plates, free happy hour tapas
"Industry veterans opened this much-anticipated, neighborhood tapas bar to rave reviews in late 2018, bagging the coveted No. 2 spot on Air Canada enRoute’s Best New Restaurant of the Year list in 2019, along with every local award going. It’s no wonder, given Cómo delivers a truly delicious experience including on-tap vermouth and bone-dry fino sherry, free tapas at the bar during happy hour with a drink purchase (4-5 p.m.), superb hard cheeses, and crisp patatas bravas striped with mayo and spicy tomato sauce. The room is loud and friendly, with efficient cheery service, and although you can make reservations for the rest of the room, the patio is first come, first served. Enjoy a brief trip to Spain at the handsome bar before heading back out to Vancouver. Know before you go: If you go with a big group, try to score the back booth and share your way through the tapas menu." - Nikki Bayley
"Perpetually packed and equal parts tapas bar and despensa/bodega, this spot delivers the warmth, authenticity, and conviviality of Spain. From fritos and raciones to a world of spectacular conservas, there’s plenty to whet your appetite: start with tart, fleshy boquerones with a side of pan con tomate, seize the moment if the silky berenjenas con miel are on, and look to daily specials that bridge classic Spanish fare with local product; rare Spanish wines are a treat, so let the team guide the pairing." - Michael He
"We make our way to Como whenever we have a free evening to relax. The moment you walk in, you feel transported to Spain. The atmosphere is lively, and the food is a journey of flavors. On a recent visit, their porterhouse steak with anchovy butter was sensational. Their wide selection of conservas and tapas makes Como the perfect place to explore a variety of small plates." - Michael He
"Prepare for a trip to Spain sans passport when pulling up a seat at ¿CóMO? Taperia—that is if you can score one at this perpetually packed spot. Equal parts tapas bar and despensa/bodega, it boasts all the warmth, authenticity and conviviality of similar spots in Spain.From the fritos and the raciones to a whole world of spectacular conservas, there's plenty to whet your appetite. Start with the tart and fleshy boquerones accompanied by a side of pan con tomate. If the silky berenjenas con miel are on the menu, go for it—you won't be disappointed. Daily specials show the kitchen's flair for bridging classic Spanish fare with local product.Rare Spanish wines are a special treat here, so have the server guide you through a wine pairing." - Michelin Inspector
"Industry veterans opened this much-anticipated, neighborhood tapas bar to rave reviews in late 2018, bagging the coveted No. 2 spot on Air Canada enRoute’s Best New Restaurant of the Year list in 2019, along with every local award going. It’s no wonder, given Cómo delivers a truly delicious experience including on-tap vermút and bone-dry fino sherry, free tapas at the bar during happy hour, superb hard cheeses, and crisp patatas bravas. The room is loud and friendly, with efficient cheery service, and as with most tapas spots, it’s walk-in only unless you score a reservation for a larger group. Enjoy a brief trip to Spain at the handsome bar before heading back out to Vancouver." - Nikki Bayley