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“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!”
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!
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Superb Outstanding restaurant staff were extremely helpful & friendly, very traditional restaurant inside with a buzzing atmosphere, great choice of tapas... Read MoreOutstanding restaurant staff were extremely helpful & friendly, very traditional restaurant inside with a buzzing atmosphere, great choice of tapas that are a good portion size sizzling prawns are a must and the aubergines with honey and pomegranate were amazing , we will definitely be returning Close
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
One of the best restaurants in Southampton A truly excellent restaurant. The food and service are both of the highest calibre. A family run venue and a... Read MoreA truly excellent restaurant. The food and service are both of the highest calibre. A family run venue and a haven from the usual pedestrian chain restaurants. The tapas is always the choice for the family; and the regularly changed specials are always very good. Save room for coffee and dessert! Close
Thankful, we were fitted in. Visited Southampton in late July. Popped in without a reservation early Friday evening. No tables but had a lovely dinner... Read MoreVisited Southampton in late July. Popped in without a reservation early Friday evening. No tables but had a lovely dinner seated at the bar. Food was very tasty, well spiced and plentiful portions. The crab cakes in particular were delicious. Service was friendly and efficient. Well worth a visit. Next time we are in Southampton, we will make a reservation to make sure we get to eat here again. Close
Evening Meal This was our 3rd visit in just a few months
The food is absolutely. amazing. It is so
delicious and the... Read MoreThis was our 3rd visit in just a few months
The food is absolutely. amazing. It is so
delicious and the staff are so
friendly and nice
Going again this Thursday and am really looking forward to it Close
Two nights in Soton Very nicely presented restaurant in an interesting building. Friendly staff and excellent authentic food.
Faultless I booked La Regata for a group of 21 people for a university reunion (we graduated in 1980). Everything was... Read MoreI booked La Regata for a group of 21 people for a university reunion (we graduated in 1980). Everything was perfect; Graham was fantastic in communicating with me before the event. The tapas selection suggested was delicious and plentiful. The wine list was excellent. The staff were welcoming, attentive and professional. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. Close
Superb food and a great staff We are regular customers here and the food is always amazingly delicious. The staff is very polite and friendly, and... Read MoreWe are regular customers here and the food is always amazingly delicious. The staff is very polite and friendly, and makes you feel welcomed and well looked after.
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Authentic tapas in Southampton Outstanding tapas and brilliant staff which made for a wonderful evening on Southampton quays. Absolutely authentic and a really interesting... Read MoreOutstanding tapas and brilliant staff which made for a wonderful evening on Southampton quays. Absolutely authentic and a really interesting and well priced wine list. All round exceptionally good value. 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
Brilliant a real taste of Spain 🇪🇸 Visited Sunday night, our Son went Saturday night and said it’s was fantastic , we booked straight away , what... Read MoreVisited Sunday night, our Son went Saturday night and said it’s was fantastic , we booked straight away , what a great place the staff are all Spanish the atmosphere is Spanish and the food was better than we had in Seville , can’t wait to go back brilliant Close
