(619) 780-2941
353 5th Ave
(J and K Streets)
San Diego,
CA
92101
32.711014
-117.161046
Neighborhoods: Marina, Central, Central San Diego
Hours:
Sun-Thu 4pm-1am
Fri-Sat 4pm-1am
Sunday Brunch 10-2pm
Last updated 11.24.11
Category:
Restaurants, Dinner Theaters, Nightclubs, Banquet Rooms, Catering, Cafes
Catering Services:
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Dancing, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Notable Wine List, Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Private Rooms, Date Spot, Notable Beer List, Trendy Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, Family Style Dining, Business Dining, Upscale Casual Dining, Live Music, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene, Private Parties
Cuisine:
Tapas / Small Plates, Mexican, Spanish, European, Vegetarian, South American
Bar & Club Type of Music:
What People Are Saying About Cafe Sevilla & Tapas Bar of San Diego
The Owner

Cafe Sevilla & Tapas Bar of San Diego
Owner
A local landmark for over 20 years, Cafe Sevilla Restaurant & Tapas Bar is located in the heart of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Cafe Sevilla is an Authentic Spanish cuisine experience without the airfare. Our menu features a variety of signature tapas & paellas including a wonderful & reasonably priced selection of popular wines & sangria. There is no experience quite like entering Cafe Sevilla- the music that instantly relaxes you, the aroma of fine tapas & wine that stirs your appetite, the stunning ambiance of authentic Spanish surroundings, & live entertainment featuring Flamenco…
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
Traditional Spanish tapas upstairs with live salsa dancing downstairs; also offers catering and dinner shows.
Editor's Tips
- When to Go:
- Happy hours happen Monday to Friday 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
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| atmosphere | 92.5% positive |
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| dessert | 100.0% positive |
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| drinks | 87.5% positive |
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| food quality | 97.37000465393066% positive |
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| menu variety | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 100.0% positive |
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| return potential | 55.0% positive |
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| service | 94.44000244140625% positive |
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| value | 100.0% positive |
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| wait time | 100.0% positive |
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Not my cup of tea
by mikelabella at Citysearch
I'm not a Tapas person... I'm also a vegetarian. This is not a good place for this mix... The portions were extremely small with extremely high prices. What I ate was ok... nothing special. I wouldn't go back there again.
Ay Caliente
by Steve Merk at Citysearch
This is a fantastic place if you want to liven up your night. Awesome Sangria, live flamenco music & tasty tapas. It gets quite loud for conversation, but if you're wanting to dance JUST do IT.
Great atmosphere- good food
by Kada93 at Citysearch
My family and I were vacationing in San Diego for a couple fo days. We stayed close to downtown so I was reccommended to go to Cafe Sevilla. We did not get the chance to go downstairs to the club, but we ate at the bar, since the place was crowded and the waiting for a table was like two hours(Friday night) . The service was great, the food was pretty good, loved it. The only thing that kept my attention, was the fact that the waiter asked us if we wanted our Paella Valenciana a little bit spicy( we are from texas, so of course, we said yes!) When the bill arrived we noticed they charged us an extra of $3.50 for "Spicier paella"!!!
Never imagined they were going to charge for something like that, nor it said it on the menu....
- Cons: Waiting time, Charge $3.50 for a spicier paella???
My favorite Restaurant
by kaly28 at Citysearch
I love going there and try different kinds of sangrias. My favorite is the Sangarita (half sangria, half margarita.) It has a tiny sourness to it, I love it! We like to enjoy the live music while we dine, so it's the perfect place for me and my friends.
We always like to get a variety of different tapas to share. One of my favorites is the Brocheta Mar y Tierra
(grilled Kabob, shrimp, beef and lamb). Oh my GOD! So good! Cooked perfectly and very well marinated! They also have a Ceviche that is one of the best I've had!
We always have a good time when we go there! Awesome enviroment, service and food!
The Details on Cafe Sevilla & Tapas Bar of San Diego
Place Categories:
- great tasty food
- best tapas
- wonderful tapas restaurant
- nice atmosphere
- excellent service
- professional bar staff
- sweet sangria
- romantic decor
- horrible management
- great cocktails
- wonderful dining experience
- recommended cheese fundido
- poor taste
- small tables
- ridiculous experience
- attentive service staff
- beautiful downtown san diego
- impressive town guests
- great food
- excellent quick service
- wonderful atmosphere
- authentic ambiance
- great tapas
- very attentive service staff
- very good big servings
- romantic evening
- great location
- very good experience
- really enjoy local tapas bar
- great sangria
- fresh bread
- wonderful dining
- romantic night
- very good spanish music
- fabulous tuesday nights
- horrible service
- great food upstairs
- highly recommend cheese fundido
- fun cafe sevillasevilla nightclub
- fresh dipping sauces
- love place
- great salsa dancing
- professional exciting dinner show
Message from Cafe Sevilla & Tapas Bar of San Diego
- Authentic Spanish Restaurant San Diego
- Happy Hour 4:30-6:30 Daily in Tapas Bar
- Lavish Champagne Brunch
A local landmark for over 20 years, Cafe Sevilla Restaurant & Tapas Bar is located in the heart of San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Cafe Sevilla is an Authentic Spanish cuisine experience without the airfare.
Our menu features a variety of signature tapas & paellas including a wonderful & reasonably priced selection of popular wines & sangria. There is no experience quite like entering Cafe Sevilla- the music that instantly relaxes you, the aroma of fine tapas & wine that stirs your appetite, the stunning ambiance of authentic Spanish surroundings, & live entertainment featuring Flamenco dancers!
As the original location, Cafe Sevilla is proud to offer the most authentic Spanish ambiance. We are located just steps from the Convention Center, Petco Park, & Horton Plaza. Join us for our lavish champagne brunch or a night to remember with dinner & live entertainment.



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