Viva Madrid!

We came here for Valentines night, and had a lot of fun. I definitely recommend coming closer to when they open, because the restaurant fills up and the tables are close together because the space is small.We tried the sangria, which is good, they will ask you if you want Brandy added in to be authentic. Be warned that it cost five dollars extra. We definitely are glad we did tapas over a large entrée. The larger entrées looked amazing, but they were such large portion sizes that it was a lot more fun to try lots of smaller things.My favorite tapas was the empanada, and my least favorite was the smoked salmon wrapped asparagus. Pro tip - don't order bread or rice or potatoes as tapas if you want to save more room to try lots of unique things.

Went here on a Saturday night and we called ahead just to make sure that there was not a long wait. The lady host was nice and stated it would be only a short 10 min wait on Saturday night around 8pm. I love this place it's a hidden gem and parking was a breeze they have two entrance the front and the back and we usually just park at the back since we can enter easier there. We love the food here and love their sangria that they make in house. Server was nice and friendly and showed us all her favorite dishes. Our favorite was the paella it was so good. I love Spanish tapas since we get to order different dishes! We also ordered empanada el pollo that is a must try, and their sauce was bomb. The vibe was very nostalgic in there and cozy I love all their decorations it makes me feel like home. I would def be back! Friendly, good service, and overall a good vibe is very important to us since eating out isn't cheap these days! Oh forgot, don't forget to get the fried calamari quite bomb, and we also got Creme brûlée as the dessert:)

Viva Madrid is my favorite Spanish tapas bar ever! The cozy warm ambience and decor is just so charming and the freshness and flavors of the tapas are just top notch! We came in 24 mins after opening hours on a Friday night and it was already really busy! Totally a popular restaurant to visit by the locals and other visitors apparently! Tapas came out fairly quickly- sangrias were easy to drink, loved that they have one cup/500ml/1,000ml (1L) sizes so you can PARRR-TAAYYYY! Ask for extra bread to dip into your delicious tapa sauces and keep yourself somewhat sober as you try to finish your sangrias LMAOMy favorite part was that true to European style, they let you take your time to eat and chat with friends which I really appreciated. They get really busy though so might be hard for flag them down for water and such but they try their best. Paellas take about 40 mins to come out and they tell you upfront. I didn't get to try the paellas but for my next date night here, I'll definitely try it out! Parking is free, just can be hard to find cus they fill up fast. ITS WORTH THE DRIVE! Come early for the parking and to beat the crowd! Enjoy! (I MEAN COUGH STAY HOME so I can go here without competition!)

We've been coming for years. Although it's changed slightly the food is consistently amazing and you can't beat the ambience of the restaurant. Our server, Gabby, was so sweet and gave us a sweet anniversary treat.

The tapas here were rustic and tastes homemade. I enjoyed everything from the spanish cheeses to the stewed beef. All was on point. The restaurant was super busy that the main dishes was taking over an hour so we did not opt for that this time. We waited 20 mins to sit at the bar and I was quite content with my seating. The decor was very cool to look at- you feel like you are in Spain.. and that to me, is why i was drawn to this place. Felt like I was in Disneyland without being at Disney hehe.Def will try other things esp their lamb or their paella next time I am in the area.

Intimate tapas spot in Claremont. Came here with the family for dinner on a Friday and immensely enjoyed it. Note that they don't take reservations, so I'd recommend getting there early. We got there at 6:30 and waited for 45 minutes to get a table. Free street parking. Credit cards accepted. Food-wise, we ate the following:- Bacon wrapped dates - I really liked this; definitely get it - Iberico ham and Manchego cheese - a nice charcuterie board with Spanish classics - Garlic shrimp - on the small side, but the shrimps are large and the sauce very buttery - Oxtail - my dad especially liked this for its heartiness - Tocino - a tad oily, but still tasty - Tortilla española - you can get a slice or a whole one; I would pass on this since it's a bit flat and underseasoned - Pan con tomate - a fresh dish with very crunchy bread - Paella - you must get this; note that it takes time to prepare so it'll come towards the end of the meal - Valencia salad - this was a bright salad thanks to the citrus and had a generous amount of Manchego cheese - Calamari - this was nicely crispy and my mom loved it - Crema Catalana - this is a fun dessert to get since they flambée it tableside

They open promptly at 5pm, that's for sure. And they have to because a long line forms outside the restaurant. That indicates the level of excellence when it comes to food and service.The food doesn't come out quickly because it's made to order. No reheating here. And that's a wonderful thing.I recommend the lamb (chuletas de cordero, I think), the calamari, the jamon con melon and a brand new discovery I made - quesos con fresas! It seems that they poach strawberries and refrigerate them, then serve them with little circular blobs of cheese. It's a wonderful dessert.Sadly they no longer have live music, but that's okay. Everything else more than makes up for it. You'll have a gorgeous time at this restaurant, I promise.

This place was a pleasant surprise. We were lounge hopping in Claremont and came across this gem. Tucked away from the passing traffic, Viva Madrid with its Vintage Spanish decor manages to pull you into vacation mode. They have a long list of tapas to satisfy all taste palates. I enjoyed their patatas fritas, pan de tomate, green olives, and melon con jamon along with an icy cold Mahou. I noticed most guests were enjoying full entrees. I look forward to returning for the paella experience.

I've been coming here for years and recently stopped by. The service is still great but the quality of food has definitely gone down. Hot tapas served cold and paella has sparse protein. The sangria will always be 10/10 but unfortunately the food left a lot to be desired. Hopefully they just had a bad night. I'll be stopping in again and will update this review if the food has changed. Lines are still out the door to get in. I do like that they added outdoor seating.

Viva Madrid is an absolutely incredible experience. At a time where so many restaurants offer the same options, they have offer a unique menu. So far I am yet to have one item that did not live up to or exceed my expectations. The wait is a little long, but you can walk around the Claremont Village or pop over to a bar at another restaurant while you wait. The decor inside is incredible and we had a wonderful evening. Ask for Brandon the bartender to make your drinks, he's incredible!