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What to order
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Tuna Tartare
Recommended multiple times as a standout dish, with reviews calling it excellent and even "to die for," making it one of the most praised items.
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Pulpo
Frequently praised in several reviews, including pulpo as a tapas choice, pulpo salad, and pulpo a la gallega, all described as delicious and worth ordering.
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Patatas Bravas
Mentioned as "amazing" and also noted in another review as good, making it a repeatedly recommended tapas item.
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Lamb
Described as delicious, wonderful, and tasty in multiple reviews, with both plain lamb and lamb with vegetables singled out for strong flavor.
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Shrimp Dishes
Several reviews say the shrimp dishes were great, with the Pil-Pil shrimp specifically called good and flavorful, despite being smaller than expected.
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Zamburiñas
Mentioned as delicious and part of a memorable tapas selection, with one review highlighting them as one of the favorites.
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Tuna Steak
Praised as a great dish in one review and specifically mentioned as something the diner wanted to order again because of how appealing it looked.
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Scallions With Seaweed
Recommended by the waitress and described as amazing and very flavorful, making it a memorable standout dish.
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Braised Pork
Called one of the highlights of the meal and described as delicious in a review that singled out the dish for its quality.
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Huevos Rotolos
Listed among the highlights of a meal and praised as a favorite dish worth trying.
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Columela Spicy Potatoes
Highlighted as one of the best dishes in the restaurant and praised alongside the octopus and tuna tartare.
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Galician-Style Octopus
Mentioned as a highlight and described as excellent, making it one of the most recommended seafood dishes.
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Serranito
Included in a long list of tapas that were described as amazing, showing it was part of a well-liked selection.
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Shrimps With Garlic
Mentioned as one of the tapas tried and praised as part of an overall delicious spread.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 11:30 PM |
About La Tapería de Columela
La Tapería de Columela is a restaurant in Cádiz, Cádiz, serving tapas and small plates with a focus on traditional Spanish and Cádiz-style dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially tapas, salmorejo, pork cheek, Galician-style octopus, and shrimp dishes, along with the wine list and friendly service. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and busy, with a compact dining room and bar seating. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and the price range is €10–20.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is La Tapería de Columela known for?
It is best known for tapas and small plates, especially salmorejo, Galician-style octopus, pork cheek, and shrimp dishes like pil-pil shrimp. Reviewers also mention that the food feels fresh, flavorful, and well prepared, with good wine to match.
What dishes are most recommended at La Tapería de Columela?
Frequently recommended dishes include salmorejo, patatas bravas, pork cheek, tuna steak or tuna tartare, pulpo a la gallega, and shrimp dishes such as pil-pil shrimp or garlic shrimp. Reviewers also call out scallops in the half shell, cannelloni, and the braised pork.
What is the atmosphere like at La Tapería de Columela?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and lively, with a compact dining room and bar seats that can feel busy and not quiet. It works well for solo diners, couples, and small groups, while some reviews note that larger groups may need to wait for space.
Is La Tapería de Columela good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers describe it as fair-priced or very economical, and the listed price range is €10–20. People also mention that the wine is excellent for the price, making it a strong value for tapas in central Cádiz.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at La Tapería de Columela?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and several reviews mention waiting outside or being seated after a short delay because it is very busy. If you go without a booking, bar seating may be the easiest way in.
Is parking available at La Tapería de Columela?
Yes. Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does La Tapería de Columela have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Tapería de Columela offers vegan options.
