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Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant, Glasgow,

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant

4.6 (1299)
£25 and under
Spanish
90 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, G3 8PZ

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Elena’s Spanish Bar & Restaurant is Glasgow’s newest and most exciting authentic Northern Spanish dining venue. Your host, Elena from Santander will share her passion for authentic Spanish food & drink; a passion reflected in these awards;
2018 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2019 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2021 Food Awards Scotland; Best Mediterranean Restaurant
2019 SME Scottish Enterprise Awards; Tapas Restaurant of the Year
2019 Scottish Hospitality Awards; Scottish Restaurant of the Year
2021 Scottish Business Awards: Best Restaurant, Regional Winner
2022 Scottish Business Awards; Best Restaurant, Scottish Winner
Very close to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Kelvin Hall, Glasgow University and Kelvingrove Park.
Cozy interior and sheltered outside area for when the weather permits.
We have an extensive menu, majoring in fresh seafood with a signature dish of Seafood Paella.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Elena dos Reis
  • Private party facilities
    Special occasions, functions and private dining
  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Parking details
    Free after 6pm and free all day Saturday and Sunday (local restrictions may apply)
  • Public transit
    Close to First bus stops for No.2, No.3 and No 77 (at Kelvingrove Galleries).5 minutes walk from Kelvinhall Underground Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,299 people are saying

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant 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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Child-friendly

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Good for groups

  • Glasgow/Lanarkshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Glasgow

    Child-friendly

  • Glasgow

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Glasgow

    Good for groups

  • Glasgow

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant offers "fantastic, authentic" Spanish cuisine with "friendly service" and a "relaxed atmosphere." Highlights include the "best paella" and an extensive tapas menu. It's praised for its "great value," accommodating dietary needs, and providing a "real taste of Spain." "Highly recommended" by enthusiastic patrons.

1,299 Reviews
  1. Linda

    Glasgow1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The staff was polite bit seemed to be in an bit of a hurry on the monday we visited. Fried chicken and asparagus in garlic great, spinach with mushroom croquettes terrible (fat and tasted like very salt mashed potatoes), cheesecake burned, icecream ok, wine good, crema catalana discusting and burned. Bread hard and old. It was quiet and empty in there but that can happen on a monday. We would definately not recommend this place, it is not good and the prices are way too high according to the food you get.

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  2. Ian

    Glasgow11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service and wonderful food I’ll be back again soon

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  3. Paul

    Hampshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wine, in a buzzy atmosphere. It was pretty busy, but service was still very good,

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  4. David

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another lovely meal at Elena's. As it was a sunny day offered a table outside. Food and service were great

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  5. Moira

    Glasgow19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious tapas. Great Tomato Salad. Friendly staff.

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  6. Rick

    Aberdeen1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Really good food and service. Will go back. Very friendly and laid back atmosphere.

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  7. Matthew

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic, authentic restaurant and tapas bar. Everything we had was excellent and generous portions (especially the paella). Great ambience and friendly staff. Will definitely go again.

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  8. Kenny

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I decided to have an impromptu date night and as a previous customer I chose Elena’s Kitchen.We opted for the extensive tapas menu and stuffed our faces until we couldn’t eat any more😂 The staff were very attentive and the service was first class.A nice relaxed atmosphere and great value for money. We will definitely be returning.

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  9. Tusharika

    Glasgow4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and great vibe! 🫶🏻 Staff was friendly too.

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  10. Kate

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely outstanding and our servers were delightful. They were so helpful and friendly.

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FAQs

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0141 237 4730.

Elena's Tapas Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1299 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
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90 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, G3 8PZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Glasgow
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri 12:00–23:00 Sat 10:00–23:00 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free after 6pm and free all day Saturday and Sunday (local restrictions may apply)
  • Public transit
    Close to First bus stops for No.2, No.3 and No 77 (at Kelvingrove Galleries).5 minutes walk from Kelvinhall Underground Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Elena dos Reis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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