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.”
Read the full blog here https://travelregrets.com/best-mediterranean-restaurants-in-southampton/
“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!”
Delicious lunchtime Tapas A very dear friend and I met up for a Tapas lunch with some delicious Sangria. We were served our... Read MoreA very dear friend and I met up for a Tapas lunch with some delicious Sangria. We were served our Tapas and Sangria very promptly. The food was well cooked, tasty and we enjoyed every mouthful in a very relaxed atmosphere. Definitely a lovely place to lunch in Southampton. Try it, you won’t be disappointed ! Close
Love it!!! Absolutely love this place!!!
One of the best restaurants in Southampton
Been here lots of times and every time it's perfect.
Food... Read MoreAbsolutely love this place!!!
One of the best restaurants in Southampton
Been here lots of times and every time it's perfect.
Food is sooooo good especially pulpo and croquetas de jamon
All staff is very friendly.
Will come back here lots of times. Close
Incredible food Wow, this is now my favourite restaurant in Southampton. The food was incredible- so impressed.
Wine list is great, staff... Read MoreWow, this is now my favourite restaurant in Southampton. The food was incredible- so impressed.
Wine list is great, staff very friendly, reasonable prices, great atmosphere inside restaurant. Close
Great atmosphere of Spain Great Spanish tapas, superb atmosphere
Lovely attentive staff and attentive service.
The house red wine was excellent.
Incredible food and service We booked a table for 2 last minute, but the restaurant was able accommodate us. Staff were very friendly and... Read MoreWe booked a table for 2 last minute, but the restaurant was able accommodate us. Staff were very friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The food was excellent, especially the dates which were our favourite. Our only small issue was a very rowdy and drunk table close behind us who spilt their sangria on us. However, we completely appreciate this was not the fault of the staff. We can’t wait to come back and bring our family and friends with us. Thank you! Close
Delicious and authentic tapas - highly recommended Deliciously authentic tapas and very friendly, efficient service. Every dish was perfect and came out in good time.
Christmas tapas Came here as a group of 36 for our Christmas meal.
From booking in September to payment on the night... Read MoreCame here as a group of 36 for our Christmas meal.
From booking in September to payment on the night the service was fantastic.
The food was amazing and there was plenty to go around.
Everyone that came were very impressed and we will definitely be back. Highly recommend!! Close
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
Fantastic choice tapaas A group of us went to la Regata for a friends birthday lovely choice of tapas and brilliant fillet steak.... Read MoreA group of us went to la Regata for a friends birthday lovely choice of tapas and brilliant fillet steak. Good choice of gin cocktails and the staff very good and great atmosphere. 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
Best Tapas in Southampton Been visiting Le Regata for years now. Very authentic Spanish feel, great atmosphere, even better food.
Superb Spanish Tapas! My girlfriend & I visited La Regata after reading the great TripAdvisor reviews.
We were not disappointed....we were in a bit... Read MoreMy girlfriend & I visited La Regata after reading the great TripAdvisor reviews.
We were not disappointed....we were in a bit of a rush as we were seeing a show at 7.30pm & we booked & arrived dead on when they opened at 5.30pm
Very quickly it got busier, so we were pleased that the food came quickly & was all superb & tasty.
We had 6 tapas between us:
Manchego Cheese
Anchovies
Pollo & Chorizo
Patatas Bravas
Salt Cod Croquettes
Pork Crackling with Apple Sauce
I had a lovely Sangria to drink, which was the best example of this drink for a long time, including when I've been recently in Spain!
Can't wait to revisit this restaurant on our next visit to Southampton. Close
