San Chez A Tapas Bistro

38 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids
(616) 774-8272

Recent Reviews

Nate Krause

Parking: Limited but free parking in the back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tapas, Breakfast Empanadas

The Deek

Every plate we had was amazing. Can’t go wrong with anything there so far. Homemade cheesecake was delicious as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tapas

K Nic

Casual, chatty vibes with good music playing. Service was good (nothing exceptional). It gets busy during brunch time (but if there is a wait, you can comfortably be indoors while you do). The kitchen line is visible from dining area and you will smell like it if you sit near it.Overall the food was enjoyable. Party tried the empanadas, traditional breakfast, and an omelette with chicken sausage. The breakfast potatoes were old (they must cook in batches and not refresh before serving) but everything else was tasty. The homemade jam is really yummy. They have a lot of options for coffee, mimosas, and Bloody Marys. (They do charge a 3% “fee” added to every bill.) There is a parking lot behind the restaurant but it can fill up quick.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Scott Rodger

Our tapas tasted amazing and they timed out the arrival of the different dishes so everything didn’t arrive all at the same time! We will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gambas Asadas Al Fuego, Tapas

Tiffany Gonzales

My husband I had dinner here this evening, we were celebrating our 14-year wedding anniversary. We initially had our wedding reception at Sanchez's other space before it was now a restaurant. It is tradition every year on our anniversary we go back to Sanchez and have dinner. This year they went above and beyond. The food was of course amazing! Our server Megan did a wonderful job! And then at the end when we ordered dessert we had candles and the number 14 on our plate. It was a very special evening and we had a wonderful time. We will be back again next year!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashley Elie

I was so disappointed by this place. I thought it would be fun to try considering there aren't many Spanish European options in GR. It was wrong for me to assume that the tapas were expensive due to their size. I was quickly humbled. I know tapas are traditionally small plates in Spain that typically run 3-8 euros a plate with free tapas during happy hours. These were small plates for $20. It's insane. I felt like I got 6 medium meijer shrimp for $20. Felt totally ripped off. The flavors were okay but they were nothing spectacular and I would never pay that much again for something like this. The drinks were okay but again, nothing super impressive that can't be found elsewhere for much cheaper. It's really unfortunate because the idea of a tapas bar is great, I just wish it could have been more authentic and less upscale in terms of the menu. The atmosphere is not very fancy so the prices just don't make sense.Parking: Street parking with a parking garage across the street that's paid.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Gambas Asadas Al Fuego, Tapas

Heywood J.

Came here with Nate and had many plates because Nate likes plates and plates like Nate and Nick at Nite and I luv Lucy and Mork and Mindy and cosmic plates that look like u f os but they are not because San Chez said thanks San Chez

Ryan Griffiths

Excellent food and drinks! Must have the spicy shrimp.

Avery S.

My friend and I went here for the first time today. It was the BEST breakfast I've had in a long time. We split the French toast and the traditional breakfast. It was phenomenal!!! Our server, Ben, was also delightful. He was super sweet and gave us a good laugh. Ben, keep doing great things and best of luck in Virginia! You are such a kind soul! 10/10 service 10/10 food 10/10 atmosphere!

Maddie Zayan

Always the best!!! Never disappoints. Our server Layne was amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lily

This place is really beautiful..the decor is beautiful and colorful. It has 2 levels a bar and pen kitchen. What i found weird is the paper table clothes. That seemed tacky and weird. We stopped in for mimosas and empanadas. Nothing wow there. The empanada had goat cheese chorizo and eggs with Machengo cheese. Ok but Not great. Weird taste ? The Mimosa was a bit pricey and the shots of 3 juices they give for per Bottle of wine are not enough. Nice service but Overall Eh...but its a big Beautiful place. Love the decor.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mimosa Bottle Flight

Darryl Hofstra

We had an amazing server! Layne was super friendly, welcoming, warm, and engaging! He had great energy! He’s a kind and cool dude! Take good care of him so he’ll stay around!!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Empanadas, Gravy

Reynier Martinez

Cool place and great service, but the food was horrible, the garlic shrimp was burned, papas bravas was just some microwave potatoes with sour cream on top, the octopus had good texture but no flavor, and the croquetas were also lacking flavor and all the tapas overpriced big time. Good place to have some drinks and socialize but a huge disappointment when it comes to food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 4

Jennifer Morris

We had a large group of 10 people on a Friday night and we all had a great time. Cocktails and dinner were perfect and the service was wonderful. Thank you for a memorable experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

AJ Sánchez

Really good place and awesome food ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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