We are very proud of the great reviews we have received on Tripadvisor from our happy customers over the years. Thank you for anyone who has taken the time to post a review, we always take on board your feedback.
“My boyfriend and I decided to treat ourselves to some tapas and wine over the past weekend and I must say that we absolutely loved our experience from the moment we walked in until we left. Have visited La Regata in the past with my family and was so happy that I managed to visit this lovely restaurant and have another amazing evening again. The food is always so fresh and delicious and of course best accompanied by their great range of wines! This place is the perfect spot for any occasion, will be back again soon! Thank you La Regata!”
“I have been coming to this restaurant for well over 5 years now and I can safely say it has never been anything other than excellent! The decor is beautiful and you instantly feel like your in Spain, the food is fresh and exciting and it is always hard to decide what dishes to have. The service is always friendly and not overbearing in any way it is a must for any lover of Spanish Cuisine!”
“Nestled in the heart of Southampton, La Regata Restaurant offers an exceptional Mediterranean dining experience that seamlessly blends flavours, ambiance, and service. With an array of delightful tapas and a carefully curated wine selection, this charming establishment creates an unforgettable dining journey.”
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“Me and my husband chose to dine at the restaurant for the first time when we had family visiting. The atmosphere of the restaurant is so warming and friendly and really does make you feel like you are in Spain! We noticed the menu had soo many options to choose from and many quite different from what we have seen before. We tasted over 12 tapas dishes and there wasn’t one we didn’t like! We especially liked the king prawns in spicy garlic sauce and the chicken wings however all of it was absolutely delicious! The service was also excellent we will definitely be going back and recommend to our friends and family!”
“One of the most wonderful meals we’ve ever had. This has to be one of the nicest restaurants in the south of England. The outlook is great, atmosphere lovely, very Spanish, nice view of the docks, with superb friendly service and absolutely stunning Spanish food. Superb!”
“Our kids love this place, great menu and great tapas. Service is always excellent and the owner often comes out and chats to the kids about the food and Spain. The paella is awesome and very similar to southern Spanish varieties. Some lovely dishes too that are not often found in England, the octopus bravas for instance. Being a Tapas bar/restaurant this place is also perfect for an ice cold beer in the summer accompanied by a plate of olives, or other basic tapas.”
“Perfect selection of tasty Tapas, lovely Spanish feeling, and friendly staff. We met up with two dear friends for a catch up over lunch. We ordered Sangria which I have to say was one of the best ever. Enjoyed a great selection of freshly cooked tapas on a sunny summer’s day – perfect !! if you haven’t eaten at this lovely place, then you need to. You will not be disappointed. Thanks, La Regata and see you soon!”
“I visited this restaurant on a Saturday evening for my best friends birthday. The restaurant had an authentic and cosey decor which was extremely welcoming. We had a large party of 20 people and the majority of us had the suckling pig. This was absolutely mind-blowing. Everyone was taking pictures because it looked wonderful but as soon as they started eating everyone was awestruck. Not only did the pig look amazing, but the taste was also out of this world. The meat was succulent and was falling apart on the fork. The potatoes were cooked in rosemary and salt and were excellent as well!”
Super authentic - Needs more vegan options! Live this restaurant. On a summer day it's very easy to pretend you're in Spain and enjoy an authentic experience... Read MoreLive this restaurant. On a summer day it's very easy to pretend you're in Spain and enjoy an authentic experience here! My only critique is there aren't enough vegan options - which actually stops us from attending more often! The very few they have are delicious but it's disappointing that things that can easily be veganised such as garlic bread, aren't.
Toilets could be improved also but still an amazing restaurant and myself and my family always have a fantastic time Close
Lunchtime tapas Very lovely tapas lunch and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The weather last Saturday was pretty awful and... Read MoreVery lovely tapas lunch and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The weather last Saturday was pretty awful and although we had booked outside they very kindly without fuss accommodated inside. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the Muga rose. Close
Wedding lunch We went to La Regatta for our wedding lunch and had a fantastic experience.
The pre planning was good and everything... Read MoreWe went to La Regatta for our wedding lunch and had a fantastic experience.
The pre planning was good and everything requested was no problem. Krasi was so helpful and reassuring.
On the day the food came out hot and beautifully cooked and there was 30 of us!
The quality of the food was amazing especially the paella.
Thank you to everyone at La Regatta for making our day so memorable Close
Excellent We had dinner at this restaurant during a short break. The food and drinks are amazing.
The service is also very... Read MoreWe had dinner at this restaurant during a short break. The food and drinks are amazing.
The service is also very good. We will definitely be back Close
A beautiful authentic bit of Spain in Southampton La Regata enjoys a very high rating on TripAdvisor and we had high expectations, particularly since we love Spain and... Read MoreLa Regata enjoys a very high rating on TripAdvisor and we had high expectations, particularly since we love Spain and her cuisine. La Regata surpassed our expectations in every way, from the attentive service (led by Maitre D Luis) to the exceptional food. The calamari were lightly crusted and served with a wonderful aioli. The paella Valenciana was made fresh to order and loaded with chicken, chorizo and assorted seafood (prawns, clams, calamari and mussels). Our only regret is that we don’t live in Southampton——because we’d love to go to La Regata every week. Close
The best Restaurant Tapas is hands down my favourite type of cuisine ever.
I've spent many years in Spain and worked in a Paella... Read MoreTapas is hands down my favourite type of cuisine ever.
I've spent many years in Spain and worked in a Paella company. This restaurant has it all, from top quality service to incredible standards of food it had it all.
An amazing specials board always changing, guest drinks as well it truly is a perfect atmosphere and dining experience every time I go.
Perfect to introduce my partner to on our anniversary!
Couldn't reccomend highly enough to anyone!
Simply Perfect! Close
Delicious Birthday Meal We visited this lovely Spanish Tapas Restaurant to celebrate my Husband’s Birthday. We had very tasty food and plenty of... Read MoreWe visited this lovely Spanish Tapas Restaurant to celebrate my Husband’s Birthday. We had very tasty food and plenty of choice from the tapas menu. We have been customers at this lovely restaurant for over 18 yrs. and each time we have a lovely meal , excellently served and perfectly cooked. This really is a gem of a place to eat and celebrate and we thank Graham, Krassi and their team. Close
Excellent food A really enjoyable evening. Service was good, not kept waiting and the waitress was attentive. The food was delicious. Will... Read MoreA really enjoyable evening. Service was good, not kept waiting and the waitress was attentive. The food was delicious. Will definitely be back. Close
Great atmosphere, food and service Booked online a week or so before and glad we did as the seafront and this restaurant was packed with... Read MoreBooked online a week or so before and glad we did as the seafront and this restaurant was packed with visitors to the Sea Work exhibition close by.
The restaurant coped admirably and all credit to the entire team. Every cover was taken and more arrived only to be turned away.
We had a selection of tapas dishes including crab cakes, chicken chorizo, Iberian ham croquets, olives and others. Washed down with a bottle of Acantus White. Delicious and really nicely presented.
Our bill for tapas and desserts for 2 persons came to £68 or so. Good value.
Service was excellent for such a busy period and all with a smile and great attitude.
Many thanks and would return Close
Incredible host Angel is an asset to La Regata, if you ever have the fortune of having him as a waiter he... Read MoreAngel is an asset to La Regata, if you ever have the fortune of having him as a waiter he will enhance your evening. He made us feel very welcome, fantastic service, incredible food and a great experience. Close
Worth the 12 month wait. AMAZING We have waited 12 months to re-visit and it did not disappoint. 5 out of 5 service, food and atmosphere.... Read MoreWe have waited 12 months to re-visit and it did not disappoint. 5 out of 5 service, food and atmosphere. Enjoyed it that much we booked in for another meal before we head back up north. Close
Southampton has a great Spanish restaurant Well this restaurant was a real surprise. The food was great as was the overall atmosphere. We had a wide... Read MoreWell this restaurant was a real surprise. The food was great as was the overall atmosphere. We had a wide range of tapas and they were all impressive. Looking forward to going back. Close
