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Spanish restaurant in Healdsburg, California
What should I order at Bravas Bar de Tapas?
What to order
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Patatas Bravas
One of the most frequently praised dishes; reviews describe it as crispy, flavorful, and a must-order tapas item.
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Octopus
Repeatedly recommended as a standout dish, with reviewers praising its perfect tenderness, smoky flavor, and overall deliciousness.
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Prawns
Mentioned several times as very tasty, with reviewers highlighting the tender shrimp and flavorful sauce.
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Dungeness Crab Stuffed Peppers
Highly recommended for its exceptional flavor and balance, with one reviewer calling the sauce so good they wanted to put it on everything.
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Gazpacho
Recommended for being fresh, cold, and delicious, with reviewers calling it quite good and full of flavor.
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Scallops
Praised as excellent and delicious, appearing in multiple positive reviews as a dish worth ordering.
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Paella
Recommended by several reviewers for being delicious and seafood-packed, though one review noted a different preparation was not to their taste.
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Bacalao Cigarillos
Specifically called out as a dish to definitely order, suggesting it was memorable and highly enjoyed.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
About Bravas Bar de Tapas
Celebrated spot serving Spanish small plates & sangria in a modern space with indoor/outdoor dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Bravas Bar de Tapas known for?
Bravas Bar de Tapas is best known for Spanish small plates like octopus, pig ears, eggplant chips, and paella, plus sangria and cocktails. Reviewers repeatedly mention the bold flavors, well-cooked seafood and meats, and the patio dining experience in Healdsburg.
What dishes are most recommended at Bravas Bar de Tapas?
Reviewers most often highlight the grilled octopus, pig ears, eggplant chips, skirt steak, croquetas, and seafood paella. Other frequently praised plates include crab stuffed peppers, prawns, patatas bravas, and long cooked pork cheeks, with many noting the sauces are especially good for dipping bread.
What is the atmosphere like at Bravas Bar de Tapas?
The vibe is casual but also cozy, romantic, trendy, and a little upscale, with a busy back patio, heated outdoor seating, and a bright front dining area. It suits couples, groups, and solo diners, and reviewers mention that the patio is especially pleasant on sunny days or mild evenings.
Is Bravas Bar de Tapas good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant falls in the $20 to $70 range, and reviewers say tapas can feel pricey, but the larger-than-expected portions and food quality make the cost feel worthwhile. Several notes mention that a shared meal can be filling, especially when ordering multiple small plates and drinks.
Do I need a reservation or should I expect a wait?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and reviewers say the place can get packed on busy nights and at peak patio times. Some guests noted little waiting with reservations on quieter lunches, but others advised booking ahead because the food and atmosphere draw crowds.
Is parking available at Bravas Bar de Tapas?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Bravas Bar de Tapas have vegetarian options?
Yes, Bravas Bar de Tapas offers vegan options.
