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Bolero
Paella
Most frequently praised across the reviews, with multiple mentions of paella varieties being delicious, well-portioned, and a highlight of the meal. Specific versions like Paella Marisco, Paella Valenciana, Paella Asia with Black Rice, Seafood Paella, and House Special Paella were all recommended for their flavor and generous servings.
Octopus
Repeatedly recommended for its texture and seasoning. Reviewers described the octopus as crispy but not dry, well-seasoned, and one of the standout tapas dishes, especially the warm octopus and grilled baby octopus.
Garlic Shrimp With Bread
Called out as a standout dish for being fragrant, tasty, and especially enjoyable. The shrimp were also praised elsewhere for being juicy and flavorful, reinforcing this as a strong recommendation.
Tapas
While broad, tapas were specifically mentioned many times as delicious, authentic, and a major reason to visit. Reviewers highlighted several tapas items such as chorizo, beef with peri peri sauce, oxtail croquette, asparagus tortilla, and bacon-wrapped dates as especially good.
Chorizo
Praised for being delicious and fresh, with one review specifically noting the chorizo sausage as a memorable highlight. It appears as one of the more consistently appreciated tapas items.
Sangria
Recommended for being refreshing and one of the best drinks on the menu. Both red and white sangria were mentioned positively, making it a recurring favorite alongside the food.
Mussels
Mentioned as a dish diners would have ordered more of, indicating strong appeal. It was grouped with other highly enjoyable tapas in a review praising the authenticity and flavor of the menu.
Iberico Pork Tacos
Specifically described as good, especially with the salsa. This made them a notable recommended item among the tapas and small plates.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Bolero
Spanish tapas, meats & paellas, as well as wine, offered in a modern restaurant with stylish decor.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Bolero known for?
Bolero is best known for paella and Spanish tapas, with reviewers repeatedly calling out the house special paella, warm octopus, and garlic shrimp with bread. The restaurant is also praised for friendly, attentive service that makes the meal feel well guided.
What dishes are most recommended at Bolero?
Reviewers most often recommend the garlic shrimp with bread, mussels, paella, and tapas such as warm octopus, chorizo, and Iberico pork tacos. Other specific dishes that get positive mentions are bacalhau, lamb fillet skewers, seafood risotto, and the churro with chocolate dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Bolero?
Bolero has a casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale feel, so it works for date nights, groups, and solo dining. Reviewers mention that the atmosphere grows livelier through the evening, and outdoor seating is a good option when the weather is nice.
Is Bolero good value, and what is the price range?
Bolero is in the CHF 40 to 100 range, which fits a sit-down Spanish meal with tapas, paella, cocktails, and dessert. Reviewers often say the food and service feel worth it, especially when sharing several dishes or ordering a paella dinner.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at Bolero?
Lunch and dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Reviewers say the food can take a while, especially for paella, but the wait is usually described as reasonable and the staff are helpful even when guests arrive without a booking.
Is parking available at Bolero?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Bolero have vegetarian options?
Yes, Bolero offers vegetarian options.
Is Bolero kid-friendly?
Yes, Bolero is good for kids.
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