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Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar Reviews List

Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar

Enjoy Mediterranean atmosphere in Tampa’s most unique, modern, urban setting complimented by excellent authentic Spanish cuisine at affordable prices. Just blocks around the corner from Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center and the Tampa Theater, the Spain Restaurant and Toma Tapas Bar is the perfect place to be before or after a show. We offer Live Music every Friday and Saturday nights.
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29 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(29 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 29 reviews
5 stars
(12)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(12)
  • romantic(11)
  • special occasion(10)
  • neighborhood gem(8)
  • good for groups(6)
  • hot spot(5)
Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

everything perfect good choice.....

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"first time visit, great experience, food good, service perfect,we will repeat ,,,,,,,best paella ever"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 4/27/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"When we arrived, the host was great, friendly and accommodating. Service to our table stopped when we told the server we were not eating, only drinking a pitcher of Sangria and watching the flamenco show. After 40 minutes without our server coming to our table, we finally decided to order the churizo dessert. It was the smallest portion I have ever seen and the dipping sauce was ice cold instead of hot."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A varied menu with genuinely

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A varied menu with genuinely European style, the pairings of grouper with crab hit the spot. Beef tips were a little dry but only because the meat was lean and well seasoned, with an excellent burgundy mushroom sauce. The Flamenco guitarist added the right atmosphere without overpowering the ability to talk with friends. The place is small, but a top notch evening overall."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had been there before and

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had been there before and thought it was great. This time the service was great, ambiance was great but, all of the food was over cooked."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2009
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Review 5 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We love the food, the Sangria,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We love the food, the Sangria, the service and the music. We bring family and out if town guests and we also go as a couple for a romantic evening."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not worth it.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nothing special here. Would have rather spent the money elsewhere. Plain decor, bland food, could care less service."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2008
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Review 7 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I have listed a "No" recommendation

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have listed a "No" recommendation as the bill we received was far higher than what we ordered. The manager seemed to understand what had happened and took the bill, but returned only removing $9 instead of the $21-$23 that was due us (we ordered the wonderful "4 for S30" tapas dish but were billed for each full size tapa). He actually said 'well, you ate all the food'...of course we ate it, we ordered it...as a 4 for $30 tapas sampler. He then said the dishes we had were bigger than the "4 for $30"...how in the world he expected us, who'd not eaten there before, to know the portion size is beyond me! We just paid and left. A wonderful evening and new discovery was completely ruined."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 8 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love!"
Special Features: romantic
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Review 9 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our second time and would definitely go again. The food is outstanding and service is great also. Highly recommend it."
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 10 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
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Review 11 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was a great find, dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was a great find, dinner was spendid. Would recommend to friends."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Missed opportunity

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were excited to go to Spanish tapas rest. When we arrived only 2 people in restaurant at 7 pm. Dinner was ok.
Needs a major facelift. Could be a great spot with a little investment.
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Dined on 02/26/2013
 2010
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Review 13 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Food -- Few Issues

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Entrees and sangria were excellent. Tapas are over-priced, with most over $10, some $14/$15. Tables are very close to one another -- really crammed in. They added a per person live music charge which I find tacky!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Go for the tapas and load

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Go for the tapas and load up. Outstanding flavors and textures."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 15 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always a pleasure eating at Spain. The crab-stuffed grouper is out of this world. And the live entertainment is always a joy."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Reasonable prices, very good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Reasonable prices, very good food and good selection. Tapas portions appeared to be larger than some places we've been, but we ordered regular entrees. We will go back."
Dined on 01/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Totally enjoyable meal. Very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Totally enjoyable meal.
Very pleasant guitar playing but we could still hear each other talk.
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Dined on 01/25/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 18 for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Authentic Spanish food served

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Authentic Spanish food served by an attentive wait staff."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar
Based on the average of (11) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic