Telefèric Barcelona Palo Alto

This place was absolutely delicious! Everything was played beautifully and fresh. The service as wonderful. The drinks were tasty and unique. The only down side was the bathrooms were pretty off putting. They smelled like pee and the floor was sticky. But for the food, I would absolutely go back !!

Went to the restaurant on a weekend for dinner without a reservation. The restaurant was packed but we were fortunately able to get a table with a 10-15min wait. Ordered several tapas and everything was very tasty. I especially like that they kept the heads of the shrimps on, which most tapas restaurants chose to remove. That retains the umami taste of the shrimps. All dishes were served hot which is also a big plus as I hate lukewarm food. Definitely recommend for the food. Music was a tad loud so the restaurant was very noisy with everyone trying to talk over the music and thus very noisy.

Really solid Spanish place! The jamon had the authentic nutty flavor, which is really rare outside of Spain. The octopus was tender, and the puree that it came with smooth. The salads were very refreshing in between the other heavy dishes; I prefer the burrata bowl out of the two. The all seasons salad was alright but not a super special flavor. Burrata bowl had peeled tomatoes, strawberries, and a really nice soft burrata. But the BEST dish had to be the paella. One of the best paella I’ve ever had, including the paella I had in Spain. All the seafood were very tender, cooked well, paella very flavorful. Serving size good as well. Sangria was alright. Service was excellent!

Had a second date here. It's clear to me that the restaurant pays attention to the customer experience, but it's not so serious that you have to worry about a dress code or anything. We came for brunch. The oysters were pretty expensive because they had Iberico ham on it, which I thought was a little gimmicky. It added a richness that I didn't feel oysters needed. However the presentation was really nice with the oysters coming out on a bed of rocks with some dry ice smoke. We also had the octopus which was presented beautifully but I've had more tender octopus. The potato bravas were deliciously seasoned, but the mayo on top was a little too much. Overall, I had a good time, but for the price it's a little mid.

Having heard so many positive reviews and recommendations, I entered this restaurant with high expectations. However, my experience left much to be desired. The appetizers, while edible, were nothing more than average, drowning in heavy mayo that overwhelmed any other flavors. The paella, a dish I was eagerly anticipating, turned out to be a disappointment, lacking in both flavor and authenticity. The saving grace of the meal was the churros, which were thankfully delicious. However, they were not enough to salvage the overall dining experience. Despite the restaurant's popularity, I found myself unable to enjoy the food. Perhaps my taste buds are out of sync with others, but unfortunately, I cannot recommend this establishment based on my visit.

Tapas were all good. Potatoes better than I expected in the end. The octopus I might not order again. The paella was good after att the tapas we still finish it even ordered the dessert! Churros were good not as sweet as expected and the caramel sauce at the bottom was really match and made it taste better!

Pretty much the best Spanish tapas place within the Stanford Palo Alto area with consistent quality of food offerings. Great place for groups and small but not so intimate dates. It's proximity to the schools gives it a busy and young vibe.

Dishes were all flavorful and garlic heavy which I love. The tapas were pretty small but the paella was a good portion to share. The seafood was all cooked perfectly and the cocktails were yummy. Expect it to be pricey.

The food was excellent. The service was excellent. And the noice level inside the restaurant was excruciating; we could not get out soon enough!

Had dinner here and everything was delicious! We ordered a few items off the menu. We started with the oysters and Mock- tails. The drinks were so refreshing. Mock-tails are usually too sweet and underwhelming. I forgot to photograph the rest of the food but the chicken empanadas and papas bravas were my favorite! The potatoes were perfectly cooked and the sauce had the perfect kick. The paella was also very good and worth the wait i also ordered the hanger steak, perfectly cook and buttery soft meat. Definitely a must! Not to mention, the staff is very kind and friendly and the decor inside was beautiful!

What I ordered: -Crab Croquetas [3/5] -Pan con Tomate [3/5] -Patatas Bravas [2/5] -Pulpo Teleferic [3/5] -Tuna Tacos [5/5] -Ibérico Pork Paella [5/5] --- I visited this restaurant with a group of friends on a Wednesday night, and despite it being a weeknight, it was still pretty packed. The food was absolutely delicious, with the pork paella and tuna tacos being standout favorites--definitely recommend trying those. The restaurant is conveniently located in a plaza next to Trader Joe's, Boba Guys, etc. The ambience was lovely, making it a perfect spot for a date night or a gathering with friends. The service was excellent, with attentive servers ensuring a pleasant dining experience. However, do note that there's a 20% gratuity charge already included, regardless of your party size. Overall, a great place to dine!

This restaurant was recommended by my girlfriend, with whom I dined earlier this month. We had Erik as our waiter, and he was charming, and helpful with recommendations. We enjoyed wonderful tapas and some refreshing mocktails. Started out with the tomate salad, which consisted of Buratta with strawberries, avocado, peeled grapes and dots of Romesco sauce and chopped pistachios! Refreshing and wonderful. Followed by the Crab croquetas with Ahi tuna and aioli. These were a one or two bite delights of creamy crab filled lightly breaded croquettes, simply amazing! Then we enjoyed the pan con tomate with chorizo butter! Classic! Next we devoured the Spanish meatballs! There are no words to describe how simply amazing these were! And finally, we had the Gambia's Al Ajillo, the gulf shrimps with peserved lemon and crispy garlic. We were transported back to Barcelona! Absolutely amazing, would have loved more bread to soak up all that wonderful sauce! Eric was such a caring and attentive server! He treated us to a dessert of Torrija, much to our surprise. I enjoyed this dining experience so much, went back again with my hubby! Once again, we had Eric as our server! He remembered me and was "welcomed back"! This time we added the Patatas Bravas, the Empanadas and Churros con Nutella! Eric was so sweet, once again, since I had mentioned the Torrija, he brought it for us! So sorry that I did not get photos of the desserts or the dishes we had this trip! I will definitely return as this is now our favorite Spanish Tapas place near home, without getting on a plane or two to eat it there!

Came here on a Saturday and the parking situation was wild. This was the first time in a while I had to wait in a car line to get into a car lot. I made a reservation a day prior and was told the day of there was no walk ins available. Whew that was a close one. The ambiance was quite loud and lively. The service was excellent (note that they automagically tack in a 18% gratuity on the bill). We ordered vegetarian paella with chicken added and a paella mixta. The paella mixta was excellent! The seafood was flavorful and not overcooked. I would get this again. The vegetarian paella tasted a bit bland for my taste unfortunately, not much seasoning. The alcoholic drinks were a bit on the lighter side for alcohol.

We arrived about 15 minutes before our reservation time and we were immediately seated. At first our server made us wait but staff caught our wondering look and provided our server. The service system was efficient. There were folks clearing out dishes right away. Orders were taken via an iPad/electronically and the food came out almost immediately by another staff member. The service was very efficient. Everyone had a role and it was executed seamlessly. I particularly loved the spicy Sangria. I usually get a spicy margarita but this one was amazing! I will definitely go back particularly for the sangria and hope they serve that year round. The tomato bread with the touch of chorizo butter was unique and not overwhelming. The chicken empanadas were a tad dry for me but maybe that's how Spanish empanadas are made. They had the deep fried breaded seafood special and we were lucky to have one of the last two available for that evening. Overall five stars. I didn't want to have the paella and I'm sure everyone has reviewed that. Tapas and sangria combination is the best! Will I go back? You know it!

Oh my goodness this place was amazing! I came here after hearing so much hype and the hype was right! We were able to get a lunch reservation for 3 on a Saturday afternoon. There was already a wait outside the door and when we showed up, they had our table ready in about 10 minutes. We were seated by the window and I love the lighting in the restaurant because we got great photos in. I got a sangria and our table shared the brussel sprouts and potatoes and the start of the show - the Paella Negro. Perfect size for three people!

Located in the mall by university and el camino real, parking is not bad in the lot since turnover is high. It has good space indoors and a bunch of outdoor space (pups welcome). We sat at the parklet area, though nice, during sunset, it can get super sunny and stings the eye. Service was speedy, once we ordered drinks and food, it came pretty quickly. Everything was tasty. Drinks were pretty. A few tapas and a drink came to $120 (tip and tax included), so about $60/person. Normal palo alto prices. Can find similar food and service in redwood city or sf for a tad cheaper. Will return when location is convenient.

I first went here with a big group about 3 years ago! We had an outdoor table on a warm day and had a great time ordering a lot of different dishes. They had a lot of vegetarian options back then. And their sangrias were amazing! I went back again 2 years ago and their menu was much smaller and a lot of the veggie options were gone so we were a little disappointed. We got the vegetarian paella which we found ok. My husband and I decided to give it another shot and went for lunch on Friday a couple of weeks ago when we were in the neighborhood. We got there soon after it opened so it was empty then but by the time we left, most of the tables were occupied! 1. Patatas bravas - This is my favorite dish here! There patatas bravas are delicious!!! 2. Paella bomb - We got the vegetarian version. This was quite good. 3. Pan con tomate- We got the vegetarian version. This was kind of blah tasting. The tomato dressing tasted just like pureed tomato. 4. Artichoke hearts - The pistachio foam didn't have much discernable flavor so this was kind of bland tasting. 5. Bruselas - The Brussel sprouts dish was nice but could have used a little more salt. My husband also got a cocktail which he really enjoyed but I can't remember what it was called! The service and ambience was great as always!

Perfect date night spot + family gathering restaurant! This place has good service and ambient mood lighting. I got the paella and the octopus as well as cocktails! I wish I got a picture of the paella but we ate it all before I could snap a pic! It was flavorful, hot and steamy, hearty and large and we had leftovers!

A fun spot for Spanish eats tucked into the heart of Palo Alto -- it was really convenient for planning a work dinner for a large group! They had a pre fixe menu and were able to pace the meal well. The ambiance here is really lively and the outdoor patio is lovely. From the tapas, my standouts are the Crab Croquetas and Patatas Bravas. Their cocktails are delicious, highly recommend La Flaca. I appreciate that they were able to accommodate for different dietary restrictions, too.

I enjoyed my visit to telerific's palo alto location. Great ambiance. My only complaint is that we asked for a small paella but the server put in a large instead; so our server had misheard us or upsized us. I was suspicious when the paella came out and it was much larger than expected. I looked at the receipt at home and indeed, our server put in a large instead. Our server was also pretty MIA and it took a while for him to come and take our order. There is a 20% service charge automatically on the bill that you have to ask to remove if you want to tip differently. Otherwise, the food is perfect at this location. Brussel sprouts were life changing. I would come back just for them. Pork paella with crispy rice was good. I really liked the sauce it came with. Some pork pieces were dry but for the most part it was a solid dish.

Cute spot for a small gathering! Delicious food, nice ambiance. My husband and I came for lunch and ordered way too much food for the two of us since we wanted to try everything. Favorite item: crab croquette: delicious! small portion unfortunately and only comes in 2 the rest: - potatas: we had high hopes for this dish and although the flavor was good, the potatoes were not as crispy as we were hoping - brussels: we didn't really like it, not much flavor. mix it around! the bottom had more sauce - jamon paella: first time trying non-seafood based paella but it was quite yummy. loved the crispy garlic slices.

I had very high expectations for Telefèric Barcelona because of some raving reviews from my friends, and the restaurant definitely didn't disappoint! The food was simply amazing. I'm looking forward to my next visit at this Spanish tapas place. :) FOOD [5/5] ========= + Tuna Tacos (5/5) The tuna tartare appetizer is so common but oh my goodness-- this is possibly one of the best renditions I've had! The tuna is very fresh and they give you a hefty portion size. The cracker is crisp and buttery. + Burrata Bowl (5/5) I was worried this might be too sweet but this was delicious! It had fresh pistachios and great seasoning to balance out the sweetness of the cheese and strawberries. I really enjoyed the texture and flavors of this salad! + Patatas Bravas (5/5) Crunchy, umami, flavorful! Tastes like the best part of a crunchy baked potato in a single bite. + Iberico Pork Paella - Medium (5/5) Wow!! This place is known for their paella and I was so happy with what we ordered! The portion of pork was very sizeable. I wish it was a little more tender. The rice had great texture and flavor. The dish was very beautifully presented! + Trio Selection (5/5) A great price for the variety of desserts you get! As someone who loves trying just a nibble of everything, this was amazing. The french toast was super fluffy and buttery. + Espresso Cocktail (4/5) A very simple espresso drink. No complaints. + White Spicy Sangria (4/5) Wasn't that spicy or flavorful in my opinion. A typical cocktail, would order something else if I came again. SERVICE [4/5] =========== Service was friendly and felt quite classy but two things docked my experience from being 5 stars at this location: 1. We were seated at the windy area next to Trader Joe's. IT WAS WAY TOO COLD! We were shivering the whole meal and the food got cold quickly once the sun set. :( 2. We paid for a shrimp appetizer but actually received a potato appetizer that was half the price. Simple kitchen mistake, but still disappointing.

Came here with friends for lunch before a Stanford football game. The ambiance was lovely and classy and the interior was beautiful. We were lucky enough to be seated immediately as a walk in because it looked nearly full inside. We ordered some tapas including patatas bravas, ham croquetas, cali-flower, and empanadas. We also got the paella mixta. The dishes were all solid but nothing stood out to me too much. However, we all got the barceloneta sangria which was absolutely incredible. Best drink I've ever had!

Amazing ambiance, but can get loud so will not recommend for first date. The staff was very friendly despite a fully packed crowd and about the same number people waiting outside. The waitress Alyssa specifically highlighted gratuity as well in the check, which was very helpful. However the food wasn't up to the mark for the pricing. Potatas Bravas were great (spicy). Pan con Tomate was a bit disappointing especially if you have had the real deal in Barcelona. The Paella de Verduras was high on garlic which isn't usually needed in a Paella. Iberico Pork Paella which my friend had was decent. Didn't try drinks as I am now too old to drink on a Wednesday. Perhaps meat dishes might be better but not the best vegetarian options despite many.

Love the paella and the crunchy toasted garlic with the seafood + rice. I tried the squid ink paella(Paella Negra) with shrimp, scallops, octopus and clams. This is a perfect entry for two people. You can order larger dish size if it's a large group of people for sharing. I also tried the All Season Salad which is refreshing to pair with the paella. The Catalan gin & tonic is not disappointing either. * I did have a stomach ache for few hours after dinner. I'm guessing I might be sensitive to squid ink or the seafood that was used( I don't ever react normally with seafood). Hopefully it's just coincidental and maybe I'll try a different paella without squid ink next time when I'm back. * note this place does charge 20% gratuity regardless the dining party size or seating (whether you sit at the bar or table).

A great restaurant in Palo Alto, excellent dishes! The drinks were also really, really great, and a huge selection! The paella took 20 minutes as expected, and it was full of flavor! The brussels sprouts were super flavorful with a ton of cheese on top. But my favorite were both of the croquettes!!! So so yummy

Great food, beautiful decor but non existent service. Service so poor that it had me wondering why there isn't an option for customers to reduce tip % when it's automatically added (20%). Every dish was absolutely delicious (pics from various visits), well balanced and surprising number had a curry bent, which I loved. Dishes are also creatively presented. Yet also, every visit includes functional yet completely indifferent service. They take food orders, it gets dropped off and picked up - the bare minimum. Any request beyond the basics requires multiple requests to flag someone down for help - I had to ask 3 different people over 20min to ask for a heat lamp to be turned on. Getting the bill also took another 10-15min. Neither is a big deal in isolation but as a series of indifferent exchanges, it was really annoying. And it wasn't even busy! Our waiter just went MIA. The other tables he was responsible for also did not get attention after food was dropped off. I am conflicted about returning because I loved the food so much but it bothers me to support a business that clearly doesn't care about customer service. Parking is part of the strip mall - it gets busy so plan ahead to circle around during busy periods.

Always a great meal! Service is attentive yet non intrusive. The place is nicely decorated yet sound resonates and makes the place loud. Speak up to carry a conversation inside. Our favorite is definitely the pulpo TELÈFERIC. The paella is a must but minimum 2 people. It's hard to order the paella and tapas with just two people. You need at least 4 to enjoy both. Love their sangrias as well.

I had a pretty good lunch here with a large group. There are indoor and outdoor tables -- large and small. Service was great. Items that I liked: * Ham croquetas: The crispy fried outer coating was delicious. The crispy ham added an additional nice crunch. * Chicken empanadas: Those were served on a stick, which were interesting. The pulled chicken was flavorful enough that the accompanying sauce was not needed. * Tuna tacos: These tacos had some Asian flavors, but they were still good. * Patatas bravas: The potatoes were drenched in too much sauce and aioli, but underneath all that liquid mess, the potatoes had good flavor. * Kebab skewers: The tomato hummus that came with them was so fresh and creamy. The added basil dressing was nice too. * Ibérico pork-chicken-mushrooms paella: I really liked the pork chop in the paella. The fat from the pork added a lot of flavor to the paella. Item that was just okay: * Prime Wellington: I am generally not a fan of Beef Wellington, but thought I would try it with Ibérico ham. It's okay...kind of tasted like a beef pot pie...still not a fan. Items that could have been better (1 star off): * Galician octopus: The octopus had a weird mealy texture. * All seasons salad: There were too many olives, which overpowered the rest of the salad. Overall, I liked most of the food. For several of the dishes, the restaurant went overboard with the sauces. If the food is good, no sauce is needed; it can stand alone.

This place is in the plaza next to Stanford University and we made a reservation in advance. There's outdoor and indoor seating with a bar. We started off with a couple drinks while we waited for the rest our friends.   We ordered some tapas and they were all really delicious, but the portions are a little small. We got the salmon tartare, pan con tomate, and crab croquetas. We also ordered two paellas, a seafood squid ink one (paella negra) and the other one was a pork belly one (secreto ibérico paella). Definitely recommend trying here because it's difficult to find good paellas in the Bay!

Popular place but the service is very attentive. Be sure to come before the rush! Our fav is actually the tacos! The oysters is just ok... not much liquor but could be the type I of oysters. The paella is yummy, a bit salty for our taste but overall 4/5. Everything was fulfilling! Can get loud inside so hard to hear each other.

Wow, I was transported back to Spain. Had a casual dinner and drinks with a friend who has been here a few times. Recommended the: - Tuna tacos (not pictured) - Tomato bread with chorizo butter - Iberico Jamon - Chicken empanadas - Gothic Mojito, Sangrias, G&Ts We got all of the above plus the Patatas Bravas (a little spicier than the traditional) and the weekend special, which was a fried cheese... not my favorite and I forgot the name. But, I'd go back just for the oysters. They were so delicious, and had a little piece of Jamon on it. The tuna tacos were delicious, but the chicken empanadas were lackluster -- but the aioli it was served with was *chefs kiss*. Enjoyed my passionfruit Gothic Mojito, but the Spicy Sangria was a little too Serrano-y for my taste (personal choice). I'm definitely coming back. (I also heard that pretty big execs dine here, if you care at all.)

This was a take out order so the review is only about the food: Empanadas were lacking. Flat, and a bit boring. Needed more filling. Spanish Meatballs were delicious. Really nice portions and great sauce. Cali-flower was very well prepared. Not too greasy and tasty sauce. Ham Croquetas were ok. Some ingredient in them made our heart rates kick up suddenly. Might have been something in the coating. The cheese was delicious. Kebab Skewers were dry and overcooked.

Let me start with the positives. Service, potatas bravas and empanadas were good. We are regulars at Teleferic Los Gatos and love their paella. Paella in their Palo Alto location was the worst I ever had. It was lukewarm when they brought it. It was tasteless, seafood was both extremely average and half of the amount you get in Los Gatos location. Hard pass for me.

Not the place if you're trying to have conversation but the paella and the potatoes are SO GOOD. The drinks they have to offer were also a pleasant surprise

The food was amazing, the service was great and the ambiance too. The only thing that really sucked was that despite having reservations we had to wait 45 minutes for our table.. We sat at the bar to wait but ended up ordering food because the table was taking too long even with rescheduled. The server at the bar was great. We got everything he recommended. We got the ham croquetas, Ibérico Pork Paella, and Gambas al Ajillo.

A few solid options, but bigger misses -- short rib Wellington was texturally very unpleasant (completely shredded/pâté-like meat in gravy, rather than a whole piece of short rib). Detailed breakdown below: **Service, 5/5** Staff was very attentive and cleared plates often. Our food also came out pretty quickly and at a great pace. **Decor & cleanliness, 4/5** Clean interior, although a bit cramped and loud, so not as romantic as you'd expect. **Price & portion, 3/5** I didn't feel like the quality of most of the dishes justified the high price point. Of the 8 items we ordered, I'd only order 2 again. **Presentation, 5/5** Beautiful plates! Definitely lots of attention to detail. **Taste, 2.5/5** This section is obviously weighted the heaviest. The mains were disappointing but a few of the small bites were good. - Crab croquette with tuna, 5/5: Delicious! Delightfully crispy, light and fluffy in the inside, and a great bite with interesting flavors and textures. - Caviar and waffle add on, 5/5: A warm waffle that isn't too dense with a fresh pop of creme fraiche and a dollop of caviar -- so good and well balanced! - Octopus, 2/5: This was one of the toughest octopus I've had. At ~$40, I expected a succulent, tender bite. Instead, I got an overcooked and stringy octopus with the texture of overcooked chicken breast. I didn't even know octopus could have that dry, shredded texture. Very unpleasant but the good sauce compensated slightly for the disappointment. - Short rib Wellington, 1.5/5: The pastry was crisp and maintained it's structural integrity, which was impressive given that the interior was filled with gravy and a completely shredded, cat-food like paste. I expected a well-cooked, juicy short rib, and the texture of the mashed, shredded meat felt like a cheap cop out. To make matters worse, the "gnocchi" served with the dish were extremely dense, gummy, and didn't have good flavor. I suspect this occurs when they don't properly remove the starch from the potatoes. - Jamon, 4/5: The cured jamon was delicious, but there are no bread or accompaniments for the meat. If you're willing to down an entire platter of salty meat without any carbs or other flavors to balance it out, you'll enjoy this. - Pan con tomate, 2.5/5: The bread was tasty, but the tomato needed to be seasoned more because it was very bland. Each slice was soaked in olive oil to the point where I had to wipe my hands and chin after every bite. Not too fun or glamorous, and not even that memorable. - Oysters, 4/5: Fresh and light, but lacked salt.

Overall a great experience. We tried a little bit of everything from the Iberico oysters to the paella. Everything was fresh and plated nicely.

Teleferic is definitely a hot spot in palo alto. Hubby and I made a last minute decision to come here and good thing it was just the two of us. I called prior to our arrival and good thing they were able to accommodate last minute reservations. Everything we ordered was perfect and wanted more! See photos from 23 March 2024. I do want to mention about the automatic gratuity of 20 % for two people. I normally don't agree when there's two paying customers only, however the service and food were amazing! Lastly, for a hot spot, busy and great place to eat, they need to make an effort to clean the restrooms as this is a unisex rest area for this location.

Located right in the Town & Country plaza, on some of the richest real estate in the country. The vibe and energy in here is amazing - the spacing is compact and intimate, but not squeezed. It's loud, but not overbearing and you can have a clear conversation without having to yell. They've got a fabulous cocktail and wine list, and an impressive menu of tapas and Platos. TAPAS Pulpo Teleferic Galician octopus with truffle oil & pimenton potato puree (say that 10 times fast). It looks more like salmon and/or ahi on crostini. It was just okay - I couldn't really taste anything resembling octopus though... Jamon Iberico 38 month cured Iberian ham. it looks like italian sliced charcuterie, and sorta tasted like that too. Salty. Needed bread or some type of oil or dip to carry this one through. PLATOS and GREENS Catalan Tomahawk 40 oz. Prime ribeye 'chuleton', potatoes and a set of three dressings. The slices were medium rare perfecto, but becaues the bone was so damn big, it probably weight half of the 40 oz. and there weren't enough meat slices in my opinion. (I needed more). All Seasons Salad Heirloom tomato, avocado, watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, black olive. I highly recommend this one for its unique flavors and creative mix. It screams fresh, cool and delicious. Could use more greens. After all, it is called a salad. PAELLAS Paella Mixta, with pork, chicken, gulf shrimp and octopus. I thought the flavors were magnificent, but not deep enough of a rice layer. And come to think of it, not really enough protein as well. I don't think I encountered an octopus, unfortunately. The rice looks unique, dark and brown, rather than the usual saffron yellow. DESSERTS Churros con Nutella Skip this. The churros would fall shy of the Costco variety - seriously. Zero crunch and pasty... no thanks. Arroz Tres Leches Rice pudding with crema catalana foam and jelly. Be forewarned, it comes in a small cup, so not really shareable. Plan accordingly. For the small tasting that I got, I thought it was okay. Reviewing my comments above, the strong point about Teleferic is the vibe - but the food really is a mixed bag. Add to it the fact that they charge $34 per bottle corkage fee makes me push this down to a solid three stars. That's all...

Telefèric is a lovely spot for dinner. I first tried their dishes during the pandemic when they were take-out only, and since then, I've dined in (both indoor and outdoor seating) several times. They have my favorite Spanish octopus dish (pulpo telefèric) because the texture is perfect. Their patatas bravas are also a go-to dish. I used to get the paella mixta or lobster, but I tried the Iberico pork paella recently that I loved even more than those. The gambas al ajillo (shrimp) are delicious as well. Their cali-flower is also amazing. This is a go-to spot for dinner when I'm craving tapas, and though they get busy, it's definitely worth it.

This place is hands down delicious. It's a favorite for my work to come here for lunch or dinner on special occasions, and we've never been disappointed. I've come with large groups as well as with only one other person (resulting in lots of leftovers!) and I've never really had a bad dish. During the pandemic, they capitalized on having a lot of outdoor seating and a parklet built into the parking spots and, even then, there was often a wait! I've tried many dishes, but my personal favorites are the patatas bravas, the Brussels sprouts topped with some sort of cheese/aioli foam, the pulpo (octopus) with potato puree, and any of the paellas. Also, they make some gorgeous cocktails! Service is efficient and unobtrusive, but they're also really good about coming by to check on you and refill your glass. Teleferic is a great place to go for a casual meal with friends or a celebration, especially dinner inside where the lighting is low and the place is buzzing with energy.

Beautiful and exceptional tapas place in palo alto. We came here on a Saturday for two and the place was packed! Make sure you get a reservation ahead of time!! Didn't have to wait at all but we were seated in between two other parties in the middle and it was so loud, we hardly could hear each other talk. Looks like a great place for group settings since it got a lively atmosphere, fun cocktails and big paella portions to share. I loved the colorful food palettes. Made it really easy and fun to eat as well! The paella was fresh and the empanadas were presented in an interesting way. We ordered so many plates but the table was so small... that it was also a game of balancing everything! The table next to us dropped their drinks and it was so sad because the drinks were amazing! Loved those. I tried two of the G&T ones. However, I had to take a star off because our service could have been better. The only time someone came around our table was to drop off our food. It was difficult to get the waiter's attention when we needed more water, to order more drinks or to get our check. Because of how crowded the seats were and the not-so-great service, I had to take a star off. Overall, I would come back for a group setting because the atmosphere was awesome.

Such a fabulous dinner spot! A good range of tapas from small bites to paellas. All SO good. The cocktails are also chefs kiss. Service is quick and they check on you often you're sure to have a good time. This place is very busy so don't expect an intimate date but it is a good experience.

I came here on a Friday night with my boyfriend and his mom. We had a reservation, and the place was packed. The place was super lively and upbeat! Great atmosphere and ambiance for tapas and sangrias. Our waitress was friendly, and the manager was very accommodating to my boyfriend's mom food restrictions. The food was really great and delicious!!! The crab coquettes ($12) were the perfect bite of crunch and creaminess. The burrata and bread was adjuster per my boyfriend's mom's request. I believe it was the burrata bowl ($16) with just pistachio and bread. She said it was really good, nice and simple. The prime wellington ($42) was tender, and the puff pastry was slightly crisp and buttery. It came with potato balls and chips. The extras were a cheese sauce, bacon bits, and some sort of mayo. Cheese sauce was perfect with the wellington! The lobster paella ($58) was pretty good with lightly cooked lobster that melted in my mouth, but the shrimp was a bit dry. Flavors were solid, rice was soft, I just wish the bottom bits were crunchy! The dessert trio ($18) came with chocolate stuffed churros, rice pudding, and french toast with vanilla ice cream. Churros were yummy, rice pudding was watery and bland, and french toast and ice cream was classic. Finally, the sangria was really nice and refreshing, one of the better sangrias I've had. Overall, the food, ambiance, and service were great! We are definitely going again to try more tapas in place of the paella. We knew the paella would fill us up, so we're excited to try more.

This is a really cute and hip restaurant for a delicious meal with friends or date. I came here with my friends at 11AM on a Sunday and the restaurant was fairly empty but by the end of our meal around 12PM, the restaurant was almost packed. I love the w ambience of this restaurant. The food items we got were allll delicious! I love the Paella Negra and this was actually a good amount of food for 3 girls. We were recommended the Patatas Bravas and the sauce paired so well with potatoes.

Great place - what a night! We had a group of 4 so we were able to try a lot of dishes. Originally we were sitting out front right near a parked car but we asked to move to another outdoor table and they accommodated us. We started off with drinks - our group loved the virgin mojito and the Carajillo cocktail (coffee infused). The Spanish Porron Sangria comes in a really cool vessel and kind of grew on us but probably would not order it again - we mind if missed some of the fruit that normally comes with sangria. We ordered the following: Pan con Tomate Patatas Bravas (and ordered a 2nd round) Empanadas (loved how they came out on vertical sticks) Pulpo Teleferic (the presentation belongs in a museum!) Artichoke Hearts (good but portion a little too small) Cali-flower (converted a cauliflower skeptic) Ham Croquetas Lobster Paella Everything was fantastic. Only notes would be the portion size could be a little bigger on the artichoke hearts and the socarrat (which you request) on the Paella could have been a little crispier to go from 4.5 stars up to 5. For dessert we ordered the Basque Cookie and the Trio selection. The cookie is half baked and I thought it was good but the rest of the group wasn't impressed. We were going to go with the churros but opted for the trio which included churros. I would skip the trio next time - didn't care for the Torrija French Toast or the Rice pudding. The churros were filled with Nutella, but they used to come out with warm dipping chocolate which I would much prefer. Service was exceptional, from accommodating our table change to advising on the menu, and was prompt and friendly. Looking forward to returning! P

This is one of my favorite restaurants in the Bay Area! Have tried all of their tapas and no dish will disappoint you! Food are excellent. Host and servers are very friendly and nice. I like their open kitchen which you can see all the activities. The fast pace, the fire, the grilling and all the platings makes me feel more excited for my next dish. Dishes that we ordered each time plus many others: Tuna Tacos Crab croquette Octopus Squid Ink paella They have a good list of Spanish wine and their cocktails are very interesting. Highly recommend this place! Reservation recommended.

Came here for the first time today and it was lovely! We arrived around 3pm and we were seated right away. I really love how they have trendy and fun Latin music playing it really brings the place to life! The decor is lovely as well. It is very modern yet features unique urban touches throughout the restaurant decor. I also really loved the huge front windows that welcome a lovely view of street and view of this beautiful sunny day! Our server was polite and so helpful when we asked for recommendations. I had trouble finding a fruity vodka drink but he assured me that he could have the bartender honor any requests. I opted to try their Tourist drink that features Tequila, lychee juice, raspberries, honey, and lime. I substituted the tequila and added Grey Goose vodka instead. Yummmm! The Tourist was refreshing and lightly sweet and it complimented the food so well! To start we opted for the Crab Croquetas and the Kebab Skewers. The Crab Croquetas were very unique and impressive! Loved them! They feature Crab Croquetas topped with Tuna Sashimi and spicy aioli. Beautiful flavor combination! The tuna sashimi compliments the crab Croquetas so well. It was definitely a unique yummy find! The Kebab Skewers were so interesting also! They feature beef kebab skewers with tomato hummus, chips, and basil dressing. I know how basic this sounds.. but it was quite yummy! Honestly... didn't love the Beef Kebab Skewers they were very well done and slightly over cooked. I would've much appreciated it to be more on the medium side so it could be more soft and easy to chew. I found it interesting that they came with hummus and sweet chips. The hummus was delicious! The combo of the sweet carmelized chips with the hummus was unique and had an interesting flavor. My problem with this tapa dish was it only comes with two tiny skewers and the meat was over cooked and tough. Also it came with exactly 3 chips and a LOT of hummus. I honestly wanted to finish the hummus but there wasn't enough chips to dip in nor anything else. Seems like a huge waste of hummus.. Mind you of course all of the tapas are tiny in size but you think there would be more to it..? I guess.. (in my opinion..) For our main course we ordered the Paella Mixta which features pork, chicken, gulf shrimp, and octopus over fried rice. Honestly this dish was HIGHLY DISAPPOINTING in my opinion. The menu states it is enough food for two people to share and if you look at the photo it looks to be true... right? WRONG. When we went to dig the spoon into the rice, it literally immediately hit the pan. There was literally no depth! lol. Imagine a thin layer of rice covering the bottom of a pan. That's what it is! lol. We were like HUH?? It's a thin layer of rice with 4 shrimps, 3/4 TINY itty bitty pieces of octopus (think of the smallest calamari you've ever seen), and 3/4 SMALL pieces of cut pork. We were both kinda SHOCKED and extremely SURPRISED. This dish costs $44 and it doesn't even include a full bowl of rice nor an entire cut of any meat... It felt like I was scrapping the pan just to look for more rice... LOL. &To make matters worse a lot of rice was burnt and stuck onto the pan. It honestly was like the smallest amount of food to ever be listed "shareable for two people". Very disappointing. Also it was pretty good! But not as impressive as a previous Paella I've had at a real tapas place. This is more like a trendy/wanna-be paella in my opinion.. It wasn't very authentic and I honestly find it very skippable. Overall I enjoyed the service, the atmosphere, the tapas were a mixture of yummy and unique! But the meat skewers were tough/over cooked and not enough chips.. The paella is hugely disappointing and very OVERPRICED for the tiny quality and amount of food you get in the dish. It is really all about the LOOKS of it. Because frankly it does LOOK AMAZING. But as soon as went to dig our spoon in it cut through a tiny layer of rice to hit the pan.. lol. Disappointing! My bf and I were both hungry still after ordering two tapas and one "shareable" entree. The paella is not shareable for two unless you eat like a bird tbh.. This is more like a place you go for a quick, light bite not an actual satisfying + solid meal. My bf said we could order more tapas to be full but I didn't see the use in ordering more food that could be disappointing as well as overly expensive.. lol. Another problem we had is my bf went to reach for his soda bottle while eating and someone had taken his soda with 1/4 left in it and this made him sad because he didn't get his Diet Coke fix.. lol. Random right? Thought that was a little weird they must've thought his soda was empty? Not sure why.. But honestly I WANTED to like this place sooo much it's so trendy and has a lot of unique elements.. but there is too many disappointments to rate it higher than a 3.. Sorry..

Food is always great, I actually alternate between this location and Los Gatos for lunch or dinner. Service is usually quick and good. The food is delicious. I love their modern twist on Spanish food!

My parents came from Idaho to visit me here in one of our (formerly) favorite restaurants. My dad is a volunteer firefighter, and my mom is a volunteer EMT in their rural Idaho county community. Nicest people ever. Next to our table, two gentlemen were eating their dinner, you'll understand why I say this at the end of this review. Dinner was awesome, we ordered tapas in rounds, and my dad got several different cocktails and my mom a glass of wine. I got an unsweetened iced tea and several orders of their kebab skewers. Delicious. My mom complemented the staff on the deliciousness of the food. We ordered dessert (my dad got a decaf Americano and I got a decaf espresso). The tall waiter (6'1" or so with a black or dark brown beard) brought the bill. My mom put her credit card and paid (about $400) for us having been there about two hours (keep in mind this is a posh restaurant so that is normal). The waiter brought back the receipt and then said something along the lines of "Hey guys you need to leave so I can give this table to other customers". The two gentlemen having dinner near us were still sitting unbothered. I've never experienced this at ANY restaurant before (the closest to this was when I was very young and my parents had brought me and my sisters to Chez Panaise upstairs and we lingered for too long in the downstairs section and they ushered us upstairs). But in that type of situation the waiters were doing their job. Here, the waiter was going out of his way to throw the middle finger at me, my dad, and my mom. I strongly urge anyone who plans to have a lengthy dinner to choose some other restaurant and to never ever go to this dreadful place again.

I've been here a few times and it never disappoints. Ambiance: Beautiful. I love the setting and vibes here. There's inside and outdoor seating. Parking: There's a parking lot for the plaza. I went midday on a Wednesday and it was easy to find parking. Service: Friendly and attentive. Food (we ordered): 1. Prime Wellington ($38) A bit pricey for what it is, but filling and had a nice presentation. The exterior crust was excellent. Perfectly crispy and it was sweet like a pastry. I really liked the three little balls on the side as well. 2. Empanadas ($14) I picked this because of the presentation. Unique yet tasty. The dipping sauce paired well with this. 3. Brussel sprouts ($12) a bit oily, but still good. Some of the leaves of the outer most layer had a nice crunch to it. I couldn't quite taste the white layer on top of the Brussel sprouts. FYI: they automatically include a 20% gratuity to your bill (even if you are only a part or two). The good thing is they let you know that when they hand you the bill and again after they charge. It's also highlighted on the receipt so you're fully aware. Overall, I'd recommend this spot for a date night or if you're looking for a cute restaurant with a nice ambiance.

Curious about all the hype, checked out telefèric BARCELONA in Palo Alto with Mom and Uncle Danny on the evening of Saturday, November 18, 2023. Mom and her brother enjoyed the food so much to give a strong 4-star rating. Unfortunately, I wasn't impressed enough to give that many stars. I give about 3.25 stars. Located at the Town & Country Village at El Camino Real and Embarcadero, there is plenty of parking in the shopping center's lot. We were fortunate to find a spot almost right in front of the restaurant. We arrived on time for our 5:45 PM reservation and waited just a short few minutes before being seated. The place was happening indoors as well as in their outdoor patio despite the cold, rainy weather outside. The space was simple in décor with wooden table tops and a mix of neutral coloured chairs and cushioned booth seating with earthy-toned pillows. Seating also offered at the bar and open kitchen area. On busy nights with all tables occupied such as the evening of our visit, the space could feel a bit crowded, but still well-kept and tidy. We were seated at a table with booth seating next to the back door to the patio. Did I mention that it was a chilly night? With the door constantly being opened, I was freezing. To keep me warm, our waitress gave me a blanket. I was very appreciative of this and impressed by their thought in having such covers readily available for customers. Below are some of the items that we ordered for dinner: Telefèric Sangria ($12) - Mom enjoyed this red-wine blend. Queen Bee ($15) - Mom also enjoyed this tequila-based Craft Cocktail topped with egg white foam. Mocktails Virgin Gothic Mojitos ($10 each); strawberry for me and mango for Uncle Danny. Both were yummy and refreshing. Artichoke Hearts ($12) - The mix of crispy, almost tempura-like pieces of artichoke hearts with the pistachio cream and red curry was nice. Tomato Salad ($14) - A fresh tasting salad of tomatoes and strawberries. The burrata topping could have been a bit more generous. Cali-flower ($12) - Good flavour and nicely crisp. Ibérico Pork Paella ($46) - I don't eat pork much and I never really touch paella at all. I had a small taste of this dish shared by Mom and Uncle Danny. It wasn't bad, but not good enough for me to want to order it. Prime Wellington ($38) - Talk about SALT OVERLOAD! Both the Spanish-style potatoes and the main, puff pastry encased with meat, were super salty with each bite. I couldn't eat it and had to send it back to the kitchen. Grilled Salmon ($25) - This was my replacement Plato. It was MUCH better than my original order. I enjoyed this dish, but wished it was more substantial in entrée size. Trio Selection ($18) - Best route for dessert here. Contains all of the dessert offerings except La Cookie. My favourite of the three was the Arroz Tres Leches, a delectable rice pudding. The Torrija was second best; the french toast were enjoyably very soft, like small, light edible pillows. The Churros con Nutella didn't have enough Nutella filling. Service was excellent. I knew that there was another teleféric BARCELONA in the Bay Area, but I wasn't aware that they are part of a restaurant chain/group in California and Spain. Perhaps this explains why the food just seemed to miss the mark on superbness for me? Not sure. What I do know is that when my mom spoke about returning, I told her not to count me in. There are so many other eateries in Palo Alto that I would rather dine it. Sorry.

Very pricey and small bites. But the food was delicious! Reservations are needed, but we were able to sneak a table at the bar after a good wait. Service was INSANELY fast. They have that kitchen down to a science. For a special occasion it is a great spot. Wayyyyyy too expensive for an average day

I've always wanted to check this place out and my girls took me here for my birthday dinner! Everything was amazing! The ambiance, the food, the workers, the setting. Everything we ordered was so delicious. If you don't know what to order, order all their top dishes you see on yelp like the patatas bravas, pulpo teleferic crab croquetas, tuna tacos, tomahawk, paella of course! I had such a great time here with my girls and the servers were all so kind and took lots of photos for us. Thank you to everyone there and shoutout to my beautiful girls for this amazing dinner celebration.

Teleferic is just a good vibe coupled with amazing food, it's one you cannot skip out on. The paella is amazing and you have to try all of them. I also highly recommend the potato. It's so good and I have no clue what they put in it. Don't forget to order some drinks as well. Whether you want alcoholic or non, this has a really good selection. I got the non alcoholic sangria and not only is it so pretty to look it (reminds me of Barbie) but it tastes so refreshing! Reservations in advance is high recommended. There's seatings outdoors and indoors as well And service is amazing.

This is my favorite spot to go for food that reminded me of my trip to Barcelona. I always get the paella Negra with squid ink and seafood. The cauliflower is incredible. I would just ask them to put the sauce on the side next time. The pulpo/ octopus was a tad salty this time but it was still delicious! We got the trio for dessert and was pleasantly surprised by the tres leche pudding. My husband usually doesn't like it in cake form but we both agreed that was our favorite among the three desserts. The First Lady recently dined here also during APEC! They have a lot of indoor tables as well as outdoor tables with heat lamps!

Came on a weekday, early evening so I saw the amount of diners slowly grow as it approached normal dinner hours. And it does get busy! HAM CROQUETAS: 4 little crispy balls of potato and Iberian ham. They melt in your mouth, but aside from that tastes kind of one note. CRAB CROQUETAS: Similar to the ham version, very soft interior. Had a better flavor so I prefer it over the ham. TUNA TACOS: Deep fried wonton shells enveloping diced slightly seasoned raw tuna adorned with dollops of aioli. Each served with a wedge of lime. The tuna wasn't fishy and overall it was a crunchy refreshing few bites! PAELLA MIXTA: Delicious traditional paella with chicken, mushrooms, shrimp, octopus, and really fatty pork. I had a piece that was just fat which was off putting because I did not expect it, but at least the rest of the paella was seasoned well. PAELLA NEGRA: Incredible! Amazing garlic flavor throughout the dish. This one is made with squid ink, scallops, shrimp & clams. The "soccarat" was perfectly crispy, I only wish there was more. My favorite paella I've had so far in the Bay Area! When ordering we were asked if we wanted the medium or large size for the paella and we decided on 2 mediums for 6 people, which clearly was not enough because we scraped every last grain of rice on the pan. What was interesting was that we were charged the price shown on the menu, so I'm uncertain what the cost of the large size would be. Medium was about 1 inch thick and maybe 10 inch diameter? I know I'll be back for the squid ink paella because I'll be thinking about it for a long time until then.