Everything was outstanding, the food and the wine. I can't imagine this restaurant making anything that didn't taste delicious.. I've been in several times and their consistency is what makes them so good ..
AnnieS
Regularly used to order their to-go paella for treats during the grim pandemic days. Now they are back to normal service the food has got even better. Particular;y loved the crab balls in inky aioli. The wines by the glass, tho not cheap, are lovely. We ordered 5 starters/tapas which was plenty for 2 people and very good value. Will go again soon. Thank you!
JonC
Gave high marks even though we were seated 30 min late for a reservation - normally that would knock my service rating down. Others could learn from this... they let us know immediately that the table was “ lingering “ and gave us a glass a cava as we waited. They kept checking back on us with updates until we were finally seated. And then table service was great friendly, informative and prompt. Looking forward to going back!
The food was amazing! The server did his best as he had a lot of tables to cover. My only complaint is that the tables are way too close.I could've easily kissed the person next to me on each side. Very uncomfortable and hard to have any private conversations
mofood
We've always enjoyed La Marcha. But our visit two weeks ago was lacking. While the bocadillos were great except for the calamari which was dry and tasteless and the croquettes were still good the two paellas were awful. Swimming in oil no peas no peppers and no saffron I could taste. Yes it was 230 pm but that is not an excuse. Not up to their standards. And not worth 50$ a paella.
LKofAlameda
We were greeted immediately upon entering. Service was very attentive. We loved the grilled octopus with fennel and sunchokes. Chicken, chorizo paella was hot and delicious and served with the largest shrimp I have ever seen. Broccolini with sauce needed a bigger kick. Enjoyed talking to Tashi. Would definitely come back.
IanM
Dined for the prix fixe Valentines Day dinner. The food was good for the most part, but they seemed to be overbooked. We had a 7:30 reservation and when we arrived at 7:15 they said they were running behind and wouldn't be able to seat us until 8. Multiple parties had the same issue. When they told us this, they didn't offer to compensate us in some way for the delay. Even a glass of wine would have been a nice gesture.
Damean
Valentine's Day five course pre-fix with dessert and wine pairing. High-demand reservation times filled up fast and folks at the door without a reservation had to wait (unsure if they were seated). Tables were packed in, so loud but not uncomfortable--normal for the restaraunt. Food was creative--my favorite dish was the PULPO: thin sliced octopus, winter citrus, smoked trout roe, habanero pickled onion, sea urchin mousse--but the kitchen was not in sync with service or diners, specifically: hot dishes arrived warm, sorbet arrived as half-melted sorbet soup (sangria sorbet probably would have been better frozen). Another table commented that their sparkling wine arrived flat. The paella lacked the crust at the bottom (socarrat) that makes it so good--maybe it was not prepared in the pan it was served in--and the snails didn't add any noticeable flavor to it. Over all, an enjoyable meal with service timing that could be improved (note the staff was very friendly). Would recommend in general--the paella is usually very good, but not for a pre-fix where they're preparing 50x the same dish at once or meals requiring tight timing with the kitchen.
DesireeU
We had a wonderful Valentine Day fixed menu dinner, perfectly complemented by the wine pairing. The paella was delicious and the short ribs superb. A five star restaurant if ever there were one! Service is attentive, knowledgeable, prompt and pleasant without being intrusive. A good date night place to enjoy with someone special in Berkeley.
Wilena
Had a five thirty reservation. That was a good thing, because if you get there before six, you can get discounts on a number of their tapas. Ordered patatas bravas, of course, plus three croqueta choices for our group if five. plus the paella mixta. also,couldn't pass up the octopus. Every bite was like heaven. One of my favorite restaurants.
It was Super Bowl Sunday, so the perfect day to escape away. The service was great, folks were friendly, and appreciated the window seat for my date and I. The food was okay. I wasn't wowed the way I thought I would be, but I'd go back.
Renee
La Marcha is outstanding! I'm Renee, the guest of the person who made a reservation. We had such a lovely meal, where can I begin? The perfect scallops with a delicious tapenade, a jamon trio including thinly cut gems of duck, all the tapas are wonderful. And the paella is the best anywhere. This time I had seafood. The service is efficient, friendly and super helpful. I just noticed there's patio seating in back and that's where I'll be when the weather warms up!
Nanette Mocanu
I have been here for dinner but lunch also was FANTASTIC!!
I recommend reservations. We had to wait even with reservations. But they were very accommodating and we had wine at the bar while we waited. The cauliflower, veggie croquettes, Jamon, and pork paella were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent date night choice! The food is delicious, engaging, and unique. The service was solid, our water glasses were always full, and the food came out in a timely manner. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and it felt upscale without being pretentious. I would highly recommend this place, and I will be back.
Everything was outstanding, the food and the wine. I can't imagine this restaurant making anything that didn't taste delicious.. I've been in several times and their consistency is what makes them so good ..
Regularly used to order their to-go paella for treats during the grim pandemic days. Now they are back to normal service the food has got even better. Particular;y loved the crab balls in inky aioli. The wines by the glass, tho not cheap, are lovely. We ordered 5 starters/tapas which was plenty for 2 people and very good value. Will go again soon. Thank you!
Gave high marks even though we were seated 30 min late for a reservation - normally that would knock my service rating down. Others could learn from this... they let us know immediately that the table was “ lingering “ and gave us a glass a cava as we waited. They kept checking back on us with updates until we were finally seated. And then table service was great friendly, informative and prompt. Looking forward to going back!
The food was amazing! The server did his best as he had a lot of tables to cover. My only complaint is that the tables are way too close.I could've easily kissed the person next to me on each side. Very uncomfortable and hard to have any private conversations
We've always enjoyed La Marcha. But our visit two weeks ago was lacking. While the bocadillos were great except for the calamari which was dry and tasteless and the croquettes were still good the two paellas were awful. Swimming in oil no peas no peppers and no saffron I could taste. Yes it was 230 pm but that is not an excuse. Not up to their standards. And not worth 50$ a paella.
We were greeted immediately upon entering. Service was very attentive. We loved the grilled octopus with fennel and sunchokes. Chicken, chorizo paella was hot and delicious and served with the largest shrimp I have ever seen. Broccolini with sauce needed a bigger kick. Enjoyed talking to Tashi. Would definitely come back.
Dined for the prix fixe Valentines Day dinner. The food was good for the most part, but they seemed to be overbooked. We had a 7:30 reservation and when we arrived at 7:15 they said they were running behind and wouldn't be able to seat us until 8. Multiple parties had the same issue. When they told us this, they didn't offer to compensate us in some way for the delay. Even a glass of wine would have been a nice gesture.
Valentine's Day five course pre-fix with dessert and wine pairing. High-demand reservation times filled up fast and folks at the door without a reservation had to wait (unsure if they were seated). Tables were packed in, so loud but not uncomfortable--normal for the restaraunt. Food was creative--my favorite dish was the PULPO: thin sliced octopus, winter citrus, smoked trout roe, habanero pickled onion, sea urchin mousse--but the kitchen was not in sync with service or diners, specifically: hot dishes arrived warm, sorbet arrived as half-melted sorbet soup (sangria sorbet probably would have been better frozen). Another table commented that their sparkling wine arrived flat. The paella lacked the crust at the bottom (socarrat) that makes it so good--maybe it was not prepared in the pan it was served in--and the snails didn't add any noticeable flavor to it. Over all, an enjoyable meal with service timing that could be improved (note the staff was very friendly). Would recommend in general--the paella is usually very good, but not for a pre-fix where they're preparing 50x the same dish at once or meals requiring tight timing with the kitchen.
We had a wonderful Valentine Day fixed menu dinner, perfectly complemented by the wine pairing. The paella was delicious and the short ribs superb. A five star restaurant if ever there were one! Service is attentive, knowledgeable, prompt and pleasant without being intrusive. A good date night place to enjoy with someone special in Berkeley.
Had a five thirty reservation. That was a good thing, because if you get there before six, you can get discounts on a number of their tapas. Ordered patatas bravas, of course, plus three croqueta choices for our group if five. plus the paella mixta. also,couldn't pass up the octopus. Every bite was like heaven. One of my favorite restaurants.
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It was Super Bowl Sunday, so the perfect day to escape away. The service was great, folks were friendly, and appreciated the window seat for my date and I. The food was okay. I wasn't wowed the way I thought I would be, but I'd go back.
La Marcha is outstanding! I'm Renee, the guest of the person who made a reservation. We had such a lovely meal, where can I begin? The perfect scallops with a delicious tapenade, a jamon trio including thinly cut gems of duck, all the tapas are wonderful. And the paella is the best anywhere. This time I had seafood. The service is efficient, friendly and super helpful. I just noticed there's patio seating in back and that's where I'll be when the weather warms up!
I have been here for dinner but lunch also was FANTASTIC!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Churros Con Chocolate, Brussels Sprouts, Patatas Bravas, Tapas, Mushroom Croquetas
I recommend reservations. We had to wait even with reservations. But they were very accommodating and we had wine at the bar while we waited. The cauliflower, veggie croquettes, Jamon, and pork paella were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent date night choice! The food is delicious, engaging, and unique. The service was solid, our water glasses were always full, and the food came out in a timely manner. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and it felt upscale without being pretentious. I would highly recommend this place, and I will be back.