Tasca Tapas Restaurant

Name: Tasca Tapas Restaurant
Address: 1612 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, United States, 02135
Telephone: (617) 730-8002
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

38 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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Tasca Restaurant offers a unique experience of Authentic Spanish Tapas, Paellas, and Pintxos. Located in Brighton, MA, we bring the unique and traditional flavors of Spain to Boston. We offer many gluten free options.

Our menu consist of Vegetable Tapas, Chicken & Meats Tapas, Seafood Tapas, Pintxos, and Paellas. There are over 65 items in our menu, made with the best quality and freshest ingredients.

Try our Authentic Spanish Sangria, or grab a glass of our big selection of wines. Cocktails are also available!

FREE VALIDATED, SELF-PARKING.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 730-8002
Website
http://www.tascatapasrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Pichoco

Location
1612 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135
Neighborhood
Brighton
Cross street
Washington Street
Parking details
FREE VALIDATED SELF-PARKING Please see the host inside Tasca for a dashboard sticker. Spaces are limited and given on a first come, first served basis. (limited to two spaces per party of 4 or more)
Public transit
B Line metro to Washington Street
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pintxo de Txistorras$4.00
Grilled thin homemade chorizo over bread. Allergen: Gluten
Tortilla Española$5.00
Spanish omelette with potatoes, egg, onions and EVOO. Allergen: Egg
Choripan$4.00
Grilled homemade chorizo patty over bread. Allergen: Gluten
Morcipan$4.00
Grilled homemade blood sausage over bread. Allergen: Gluten
Aceitunas$5.00
Gourmet marinated olives

Seafood & Fish Tapas

Croquetas de Cangrejo$10.00
Crab croquettes with "salsa rosa". Allergens: Seafood, Milk, Gluten
Croqueta de Bogavante$10.00
Lobster cake with "salsa rosa". Allergens: Seafood, Milk, Gluten
Gambas al Ajillo$9.00
Shrimp in Garlic oil. Allergen: Seafood
Gambas al Pil Pil$9.00
Shrimp in Spicy Garlic oil. Allergen: Seafood
Pulpo a la Gallega$14.00
Galician octopus with olive oil, paprika and flake salt. Allergen: Seafood
Calamares Fritos$12.00
Fried squid with aioli sauce on the side. Allergens: Seafood, Gluten
Calamares en su Tinta$12.00
Sautéed squid with squid ink. Allergen: Seafood
Calamar a la Parrilla$10.00
Grilled squid with aioli on the side. Allergen: Seafood
Mejillones$9.00
Steamed fresh mussels on a garlic, white wine sauce with crostini. Allergen: Seafood
Boquerones$8.00
White anchovies filets over tomato-garlic bread. Allergen: Seafood
Zarzuela de Mariscos$20.00
A shellfish and seafood stew made with seasonal vegetables, shrimp, mussels, calamari, clams, zesty lobster broth and toasted garlic crostini. Allergen: Seafood
Salmón a la Vizcaína$12.00
Cooked in our traditional Viscaína sauce. Allergen: Seafood

Vegetable Tapas

Bolas de Queso$7.00
Crispy goat cheese stuffed with quince paste and sugar cane honey. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Empanadillas de Queso y Alcachofa$7.00
Herb goat cheese and artichoke turnovers. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Croquetas de Verduras$6.00
Vegetable croquettes served Romanesco sauce. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Croquetas de Boletos$8.00
Porcini Mushroom Croquettes. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Pan con Tomate$5.00
Toasted bread with garlic, olive oil and tomato. Allergen: Gluten
Patatas Bravas$6.00
Crispy potatoes with Brava sauce
Setas al Ajillo$7.00
Sautéed mushroom in garlic, EVOO and sherry wine
Brie$7.00
Grilled brie cheese with apple chutney, fresh pear and garlic crostini. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Espinaca a la Catalana$9.00
Sautéed baby spinach with olive oil, garlic, raisins, pine nuts. Butter
Timbales$8.00
Stock of roasted eggplant, zucchini, tomato, spinach, red pepper and goat cheese. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Pisto Manchego$7.00
Grilled ratatouille with roasted zucchini, green pepper, eggplant, tomato and garlic crostini
Queso Manchego$9.00
Sliced Manchego cheese served with olives and EVOO
Piquillos con Cabrales$10.00
Two roasted piquillo peppers stuffed with blue cheese & vegetables. Allergen: Milk
Pimientos del Padrón$9.00
Fried shishito peppers, EVOO and flake salt
Ensalada de Remolacha$7.00
Beets, pistachio, goat and manchego cheese salad and sherry glaze dressing. Allergens: Butter, Milk
Ensalada de la Casa$9.00
Mesclun green mixed with pears, almonds, beets, goat cheese fritter and sherry vinegar glaze. Allergens: Butter, Milk
Espárragos al Grill$8.00
Grilled asparagus with romesco sauce. Allergen: Butter
Berenjenas con Miel$7.00
Crispy eggplant sticks served with sugar cane sauce. Allergen: Gluten
Alcachofas Fritas$8.00
Fried artichokes with a side of romesco sauce. Allergen: Gluten

Chicken & Meats Tapas

Entraña a la Parrilla$12.00
Half-pound skirt marinated and grilled with parsley oil
Empanadas de Carne$6.00
Halal beef turnover. Allergen: Gluten
Croquetas de Jamón Ibérico$8.00
Ibérico ham croquettes. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Txistorras de Cerdo al Jerez$10.00
Homemade pork sausages sautéed in Sherry wine (Mild or Hot)
Pollo al Ajillo$7.00
Sautéed boneless halal chicken, spanish spices & garlic
Jamón Ibérico$14.00
Cured Ibérico ham and tomato-garlic bread
Jamón Ibérico y Manchego$15.00
Four grilled bread with fig spread, Manchego cheese and Ibérico ham. Gluten
Codorniz en Salsa de Ajo$13.00
Whole grilled quail finished in a garlic and white wine sauce
Alitas de Pato$12.00
Duck wings glazed in triple sec, orange and cinnamon sauce
Albóndigas de Cordero$9.00
Lamb meatballs with vegetables sauce. Allergen: Gluten
Chuletas de Cordero$14.00
Two grilled lamb chops with chimichurri and mint yogurt sauces. Allergen: Gluten
Solomillo de Ternera a la Pimienta$11.00
4oz grilled beef tenderloin, black pepper cream sauce on bread. Allergens: Milk, Gluten
Bistec de Ternera$20.00
Grilled minute steak, fried potatoes with mojo picón, sautéed baby spinach and garlic

Paellas

Paella Valenciana$40.00
Saffron rice stew made with chicken, mussels, cookie clams, calamari and shrimp cooked in a lobster and shrimp broth. Allergen: Seafood
Paella de Mariscos$38.00
Saffron rice stew, made with mussels, cookie clams, calamari and shrimp, in a lobster and shrimp broth. Allergen: Seafood
Paella de Verduras$35.00
Saffron rice stew made with seasonal vegetables in a veggie broth
Paella Negra$35.00
Saffron rice stew, made with calamari, cuttlefish, in a lobster and shrimp broth. Allergen: Seafood
Paella de Conejo$40.00
Rabbit and vegetable paella
Fideuà$15.00
Catalán stew with angel hair pasta, shrimp, calamari, mussels, cockles on lobster broth. Allergen: Seafood

Cheeseboards

Tabla de Quesos$18.00
Assorted Spanish cheeses, fruit, homemade bread and quinced paste. Allergen: Gluten
Charcutería$30.00
Assorted Spanish cheeses, Ibérico Ham, chorizo and fruits. Allergen: Gluten

What 38 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience5
Overall it was an excellent culinary experience; fine dining combined with the rich culture of Spain. My business associate and I were able to enjoy quality wine, scrumptious appetizers and tasty entrees while discussing neighborhood development and the future of this great city. The service was a little delayed, but this was on account of the restaurant being a popular locale and our waiter being so charming that people at nearby tables kept trying to lure him into deeper conversation. I would certainly recommend this to anyone looking for a solid place to settle corporate disputes, mend fences with a spurned lover or just have some wine with a close friend.
D
Danceng
New England
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience3
Wonderful experience, extensive variety of choices for tapas - all extremely well prepared, superb paella. Highly recommended.
D
Duncan
New England
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great experience. We enjoyed our service. We ordered 9 tapas in total. Skirt steak, seafood pasta (can’t remember the name but it’s in the personal paella section) and sautéed mushroom were the best amongst all we ordered.
PC
PCM111
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are regular patrons of Tasca. The atmosphere, food, service & value continue to be superior. Thank You!
A
Amanda
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great prices on Sangria pitchers. Same great quality as Barcelona with better prices.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tasca is an authentic Spanish restaurant with an amazing chef who knows how to make amazing tapas!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience4
Food was great. Service was great. Saturday night, so very crowded. We were sat within 5 minutes. Parking is a chore, but if you stop in before your reservation, they wii give you a pass yo park at Whole Foods. The entire experience was very nice.
V
Violet
New England
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Company party
AC
AndyC
New England
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
This seems like a hidden gem. Perhaps because it's a little secluded in terms of other places. But glad that we 'found' it. The food was AMAZING. Personally, I liked it better than Barcelona. The service was good and unlike Barcelona, we could talk more easily despite the place being busy and music playing over the speakers. While they don't have a full bar, they do serve a few cocktails and have an extensive selection of wines. Not to mention Sangria. I think this is our new favorite Tapas place. Looking forward to dining here again.
J
Jorge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were a party of 14. The waitress was very patient with a large and noisy group. The service was very nice. Loved the food and ambience
AC
AlyssaC
New England
13 reviews
2.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience3
Food was very bland and over priced. The meal was disappointing
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice get together. Tapas were excellent, definitely the size of tapas though. Expensive for small portions but very delicious.
MJ
MichaelJ
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal, great atmosphere. Came for the octopus and they nailed it. Everything we ordered was delicious. They’ll bring you the food one plate at a time and really allow you to enjoy each one. Excellent service. Definitely going back and making my way thru the menu.
QL
QuantizedLarry
New England
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
We enjoyed nearly all the tapas we had. We especially liked the crab cakes, the shrimp in garlic, and the Catalan-style spinach. Our only problem was that when ordering a variety, the vegetables dishes came ahead of the meat dishes. Of course we can solve this problem ourselves next time by making two timed orders.
PR
PeterR
New England
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic, great waiter that explained the menu, good prices and an A+ Spanish meal, highly recommended
V
Victoria
New England
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
It was fine.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
Excellent ambiance, good music, good food. Service was a little slow tonight despite it not being very busy. That aside, this is a great local spot to visit for good value and a tasty meal!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and environment to catch up with family!
MA
MustaphaA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's great place to eat with a date or a few friends
SM
SteveM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiter was nice. Food was really good. Fun and friendly people.
KP
KP917
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was awesome and authentic. The service was great, and the sangria was wonderful!
k
khaki
New England
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience2
disappointing food...had hoped it would be tastier, but, unfortunately, this was not the case for all the dishes and drinks -- from the sangria to the mussels to eggplant, chicken, and the rest.
s
steves
Denver
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience4
We were excited to have Paella. However, it tasted like stir fry, rather than a wonderful vegitarian Paella. We were disappointed. The appetizers and the ambiance was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiter was very personable and helped us order from an unfamiliar menu. Nice to escape to a little place outside of the Boston chains. It was charming and had a nice Spanish ambiance but not overdone at all. Genuine.
BC
BartC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sounds like a new owner with the same name with better food in the last 6 months or so. The new menu with more authentic Spanish cuisine was great and we look forward to coming back...great date/night out with the spouse and knowledgeable staff. I don’t usually write reviews...if you like Tapas...this is your place. Paella and the Sangria is especially authentic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
I have passed by Tasca many times, but never had the opportunity to try it. Now that I did it will be on my list of go-to restaurants for Spanish food. The tapas were interesting and delicious and the paella was excellent, loaded with shrimp, muscles, and clams. It was simply wonderfully prepared.
A
Aladdin
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Tasca for our anniversary dinner and loved it. The food was amazing and our waiter was awesome, very helpful and attentive. We will definitely return.
SP
SPS1
New England
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Lovely setting. Parking provided. Great food and service. What's not to like.
N
Nora
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience! I loved the food, size of the tapas and taste. The ambiance is great for small or big parties. Our waitress was lively and warm, did her job with grace.
A
Annie
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, great service. The ambiance was warm and cozy - perfect for a date.
L
Lydsto
New England
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
This is a great neighborhood spot. The food is great and the service is friendly. I would recommend it!
E
Elizabeth
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly, quick service and fantastic food. I had a great group outing--everyone left satisfied.
W
fredW
New England
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very pleasant ambience with interesting and varied menu. Perhaps a bit over priced, but very tasty. Also, great wait staff!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2019
overall3food2service4ambience3
Food has gone downhill since we last lived in the area. Why are there olives in the meat empanadas? What weird spice did they add to the meatballs? Trying to get too fancy - weird flavor choices threw menu items off
S
Sarahcd
New England
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
Nice atmosphere good quality for the price. We had tapas some delicious others not so much. I was expecting more spice in the food.
MC
MichelleC
New England
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Tasca was recommended to me by a family member, so I brought a group of 4 here for dinner one night. It was a Saturday night (granted it was Memorial Day weekend) but we were one of the only parties in the whole place, AC was on high too. So needless to say it was quiet and service was good! The atmosphere isn't what I expected (it's definitely more rustic than classy) but charming nonetheless. We ate tapas style and split a pitcher of sangria, and the food was delicious. They did forget one of our tapas but quickly brought it out when we reminded them. I would say this is a step down from places nearby like Barcelona or Burro Bar, but it was good for what it's worth. Try the octopus!
N
Nora
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
My friend and I had a great time at Tasca. The food was just superb!
b
boborat
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect attentive service many beers to choose great wine. I enjoyed the quail, chorizo, as well as the Paella.

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Cross street
Washington Street
Neighborhood
Brighton
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE VALIDATED SELF-PARKING Please see the host inside Tasca for a dashboard sticker. Spaces are limited and given on a first come, first served basis. (limited to two spaces per party of 4 or more)
Public transit
B Line metro to Washington Street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Pichoco
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tascatapasrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(617) 730-8002

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Pintxos

Pintxo de Txistorras$4.00

Tortilla Española$5.00

Choripan$4.00

Morcipan$4.00

Aceitunas$5.00

Seafood & Fish Tapas

Croquetas de Cangrejo$10.00

Croqueta de Bogavante$10.00

Gambas al Ajillo$9.00

Gambas al Pil Pil$9.00

Pulpo a la Gallega$14.00

Calamares Fritos$12.00

Calamares en su Tinta$12.00

Calamar a la Parrilla$10.00

Mejillones$9.00

Boquerones$8.00

Zarzuela de Mariscos$20.00

Salmón a la Vizcaína$12.00

Vegetable Tapas

Bolas de Queso$7.00

Empanadillas de Queso y Alcachofa$7.00

Croquetas de Verduras$6.00

Croquetas de Boletos$8.00

Pan con Tomate$5.00

Patatas Bravas$6.00

Setas al Ajillo$7.00

Brie$7.00

Espinaca a la Catalana$9.00

Timbales$8.00

Pisto Manchego$7.00

Queso Manchego$9.00

Piquillos con Cabrales$10.00

Pimientos del Padrón$9.00

Ensalada de Remolacha$7.00

Ensalada de la Casa$9.00

Espárragos al Grill$8.00

Berenjenas con Miel$7.00

Alcachofas Fritas$8.00

Chicken & Meats Tapas

Entraña a la Parrilla$12.00

Empanadas de Carne$6.00

Croquetas de Jamón Ibérico$8.00

Txistorras de Cerdo al Jerez$10.00

Pollo al Ajillo$7.00

Jamón Ibérico$14.00

Jamón Ibérico y Manchego$15.00

Codorniz en Salsa de Ajo$13.00

Alitas de Pato$12.00

Albóndigas de Cordero$9.00

Chuletas de Cordero$14.00

Solomillo de Ternera a la Pimienta$11.00

Bistec de Ternera$20.00

Paellas

Paella Valenciana$40.00

Paella de Mariscos$38.00

Paella de Verduras$35.00

Paella Negra$35.00

Paella de Conejo$40.00

Fideuà$15.00

Cheeseboards

Tabla de Quesos$18.00

Charcutería$30.00

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