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!”
Best Mediterranean restaurant in Southampton as featured on Travel Regrets
“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.”
“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!”
338sharone
This was our first visit to This was our first visit to La Regata based on a recommend and reviews I’d seen on line. Was apprehensive...Read MoreThis was our first visit to La Regata based on a recommend and reviews I’d seen on line. Was apprehensive in lock down being a first visit as a couple. Was very professional with all the safety procedures in place. The food and service was amazing. Every single dish was delicious. Great atmosphere even in the current circumstances. It’s become one of our favourite restaurants and we will definitely be returning!Close
979paul
Tonight we enjoyed an amazing meal Tonight we enjoyed an amazing tapas meal, the service was excellent, we were made very welcome & will definitely visit...Read MoreTonight we enjoyed an amazing tapas meal, the service was excellent, we were made very welcome & will definitely visit when in the area again.Close
IzaCarrot
Tapas and wine I visited La Regata with my partner on a beautiful and sunny day. We decided to sit on the terrace...Read MoreI visited La Regata with my partner on a beautiful and sunny day. We decided to sit on the terrace which is very close to the street but still very pleasant. We went for selection of tapas and all of them were great! Amazing bread with some olive oil, very simply yet so tasty. Good selection of wine and delicious churros!Close
Tiggerbbt
Wonderful Tapas in Southampton Fantastic. Had 5 different tapas and a bottle of wine. All were outstanding! A little loud at times, but still...Read MoreFantastic. Had 5 different tapas and a bottle of wine. All were outstanding! A little loud at times, but still an excellent meal!Close
ClaretsmadPreston
Phenomenal, don’t miss this gem Excellent choice of dishes, great wine choice.
Quality of the food was outstanding, faultless.
Wished I lived in Southampton because I...Read MoreExcellent choice of dishes, great wine choice.
Quality of the food was outstanding, faultless.
Wished I lived in Southampton because I would be there every week
One of the best meals I have ever hadClose
Tasmin100
Delicious and authentic tapas - highly recommended Deliciously authentic tapas and very friendly, efficient service. Every dish was perfect and came out in good time.
tanyasW507FP
Amazing restaurant I took my partner here for a date night and this place was amazing, being new to southampton and looking...Read MoreI took my partner here for a date night and this place was amazing, being new to southampton and looking for a cute little restaurant, this place is definitely a little gem. The food was amazing we had the tapas and everything came out fresh and quite fast, the staff were friendly and we definitely will be coming back again.Close
marieeager
Great food Tapas menu is really great. Food was delicious service was great. One of our favourite restaurants in Southampton
John R.
Two nights in Soton Very nicely presented restaurant in an interesting building. Friendly staff and excellent authentic food.
Manohar B.
Late Birthday Meal With Friends Booked the table a few days ahead. Social distancing observed by all. Had mixed tapas. Food was lovely as always....Read MoreBooked the table a few days ahead. Social distancing observed by all. Had mixed tapas. Food was lovely as always. Friends enjoyed it too. Recommended.Close
9katrina
Excellent We went to celebrate my daughters engagement to her boyfriend. So there was 13 of us. We were asked to...Read MoreWe went to celebrate my daughters engagement to her boyfriend. So there was 13 of us. We were asked to pre order which wasn't a problem. When the evening came we were greeted with smiles, shown to our table and drinks orders were taken. The food and service were outstanding. I especially liked the touch of them calling out the name of the person who's food they had, makes it so much easier, you don't have the 'hmm I don't remember what I ordered ' scenario. From start to finish they couldn't of been anymore helpful or friendly. Even though the place was packed!! Nothing was ever too much trouble.
Would highly recommend.Close
Reviewqu1
Lovely food and staff Really nice evening. Lovely food, will definitely be going again.
Staff were very friendly.
Hand santiser available throughout.
