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Tapas Barcelona, Evanston, IL
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Tapas Barcelona

4.6 (701)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
1615 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

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2 people
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19:00

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Dine on traditional Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona. Located 1615 Chicago Ave, north suburb of Evanston and just south of Northwestern University, this restaurant offers casual comfort and a friendly setting for dining out. Tapas Barcelona has various dishes on the menu, such as baked snails and pizza topped with spinach and goat cheese. It also serves seafood and vegetarian entrées. Tapas Barcelona has a full bar that offers guests various drinks, including Spanish selections of wine. Its atmosphere is ideal for meeting up with an old friend for lunch or having dinner with the family. This restaurant welcomes reservations and provides take-out services.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Delivery & takeout

What 701 people are saying

Tapas Barcelona reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tapas Barcelona is a beloved Evanston staple, known for its "delicious food" and "friendly service." Diners consistently praise its "fun ambiance" and "authentic flavors." While some dishes could use refinement, the "great variety" and "knowledgeable staff" make it a "crowd pleaser." A must-visit for tapas enthusiasts!
701 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Cleveland7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant! Our table of four ordered about 8 or 9 different dishes for dinner on a Sunday night, and everything was delicious. Our waiter was attentive and service was quick. I especially enjoyed the beet salad, the Spanish omelette, and the farfalle with chicken and mushrooms. The steak with onions was also amazing. Rigatoni with sausage also memorable. And the octopus also delicious. Would love to go back and try more things.

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  2. Judy VIP

    Chicago / Illinois13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Moms’ day out for lunch. We ordered a lot of yummy food. Our waiter was very attentive to us and answered all our questions about ingredients in the various dishes. It was very crowded, yet we were able to hear each other fairly well.

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  3. Howard

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food, reasonable portion sizes for tapas, fun ambiance. This restaurant is still quality after many, many years.

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  4. Michele VIP

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Hostess was great! Very accommodating. Server was awesome. Food as always was awesome, except Eggplant with goat cheese dish had WAY too much goat cheese and not enough sauce.

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  5. Danielle VIP

    Chicago / Illinois44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was great. The noise level was a little loud. Server was friendly. The only issue was a lack of nearby parking

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  6. Marina VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Clara was an amazing waiter! We appreciated the food and the vibes. Some food needs a little work and the portions are small, but overall it’s a great experience!

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  7. Louise

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go to. We have been bringing family and friends to eat and drink here for years. Always a crowd pleaser

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  8. Tina-Marie

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress Waverly amazing, food delicious, great vibe!

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  9. Hunter VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food- Good Presentation- Fair Service- Great Space- Good Price- Great I gave 5 stars because it over-delivers for the restaurant it is supposed to be. This is not a Michelin recognized establishment and it doesn't pretend to be. The food is authentic and comes out of the kitchen in a reasonable amount of time. The wait staff is knowledgable regarding the menu and food prep. The wine list reflects and complements the foods served and is not a mirror of the big-box wine shelf. I'm looking forward to a second meal.

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  10. Janice

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, friendly service. The grilled octopus and tenderloin dishes were outstanding. The dessert was delicious.

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FAQs

Tapas Barcelona offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Tapas Barcelona also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 866-9900.

Tapas Barcelona is rated 4.6 stars by 701 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. North Suburbs
  5. Evanston

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1615 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

Additional information

  • Area
    Evanston
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
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