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!”
Delicious Tapas
“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!”
Highly Recommend
“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!”
Spain in Southampton
“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!”
Authentic Paella
“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.”
Best Ever Sangria
“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!”
Whole Suckling Pig
“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!”
librabalance
Authentic Spanish restaurant Fantastic Spanish food! Lovely décor and very friendly staff. Not in the greatest location scenically but the ambiance inside certainly...Read MoreFantastic Spanish food! Lovely décor and very friendly staff. Not in the greatest location scenically but the ambiance inside certainly makes up for it. Would be visiting again most definitely, highly recommend!Close
Dominic R.
Best Patatas Bravas ever We visited as a family after my son's Graduation and I'm so glad we did. The food is of a...Read MoreWe visited as a family after my son's Graduation and I'm so glad we did. The food is of a very high standard and really delicious and authentic. We particularly like the patatas bravas and the arroz con choritzo - we would definitely go again.Close
Gareth T.
An eating experience My girlfriend and I love this restaurant. The food always tastes fantastic, the staff are always welcoming and really help...Read MoreMy girlfriend and I love this restaurant. The food always tastes fantastic, the staff are always welcoming and really help differentiate La Regata from other restaurants with the pride they take in delivering service.
Normally I'm not keen on restaurants, typically you pay a lot for food you could whip up at home and you always feel like they're trying to move you through the process to get you out the door and get someone else at the table.
At La Regata, the food is brilliant and the staff ensure you're evening is special. They provide a fantastic experience.
Lovely Restaurant This is a really lovely restaurant. The atmosphere and the decor is great and you do genuinely feel like you...Read MoreThis is a really lovely restaurant. The atmosphere and the decor is great and you do genuinely feel like you could be in Spain. I didn't have Tapas, although that was my intention. Instead, I picked the Hake from the specials board and it was great. Service was great and the folks were really friendly. I will definitely go back next time I'm in Southampton.Close
John T.
Excellent Place Had a family reunion meal there for six of us, food was fab, well cooked and authentic. Well presented venue...Read MoreHad a family reunion meal there for six of us, food was fab, well cooked and authentic. Well presented venue with rustic and warm feel to it. Staff were great, efficient and friendly. Highly recommend to all.Close
karens72630
Lovely evening We had a family meal here to celebrate my son’s graduation. We were treated so well, just the right amount...Read MoreWe had a family meal here to celebrate my son’s graduation. We were treated so well, just the right amount of attention. We had a mix of tapas which all arrived piping hot and was delicious. Desserts and coffee were great and all in all it was a lovely evening. Would definitely visit again.Close
John R.
Two nights in Soton Very nicely presented restaurant in an interesting building. Friendly staff and excellent authentic food.
Georgia L.
Amazing All Round Group of 7 for a family birthday. Friendly and knowledgeable staff provided great service.
The menu was varied and interesting...Read MoreGroup of 7 for a family birthday. Friendly and knowledgeable staff provided great service.
The menu was varied and interesting with lots of options other than typical tapas staples.
The food was excellent quality, some of the best Tapas we have had outside of Spain!
The atmosphere was rustic, inviting and warm and it was a highly enjoyable meal al round.Close
Laine479
night out I love this restaurant, it is the best Spanish meal ever, we had five tapas between two of us, we...Read MoreI love this restaurant, it is the best Spanish meal ever, we had five tapas between two of us, we could have probably managed one more, the pork belly was fantastic as were the prawns in garlic, we also had potatoes, mushrooms, and some bread with balsamic and garlic mayo, if you are in Southampton don't miss this oneClose
Chelsea B.
Wonderful meal A funky tapas place, the food was so delicious and the staff were really friendly. My friend and I over...Read MoreA funky tapas place, the food was so delicious and the staff were really friendly. My friend and I over ordered a bit and they were kind enough to box things up for us.Close
dmorris1993
Superb Table of 16 of us, food was absolutely brilliant and service was great throughout. Would highly recommend.
TimeTraveler_800
Wonderful Tapas! We stumbled across this little gem of a restaurant while visiting Southampton prior to a cruise of the British Isles....Read MoreWe stumbled across this little gem of a restaurant while visiting Southampton prior to a cruise of the British Isles. Excellent selection and quality of tapas dishes. Lovely atmosphere and prompt but not rushed service. Would definitely return if we visit Southampton again!Close
