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La Marcha, Berkeley, CA
Award-winning

La Marcha

4.6
4.6
1269 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
La Marcha Tapas Bar, located in Berkeley, California, is a culinary gem led by Chef Sergio Monleon and Chef Emily Sarlatte. Known for its innovative Spanish cuisine, La Marcha offers signature paella dishes and a variety of delightful tapas. The restaurant has earned accolades including listed in the Michelin Guide, Best of the Bay awards, and recognition among the top 5 Spanish restaurants by several publications. Situated near landmarks such as UC Berkeley and BAMPFA, it boasts a cozy, rustic atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Committed to community service, Chef Sergio, Chef Emily, and the team actively participate in local and global charitable initiatives. Join us at La Marcha Tapas Bar for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors and culture of Spain.

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2024
    2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
    3. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Late Night Happy Hour Daily 10:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Emily Sarlatte & Sergio Emilio Monleón
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Late Night Happy Hour at La Marcha!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for late-night happy hour at La Marcha, every day from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m.! Enjoy a complimentary tapa with every drink purchase. Walk-ins are welcome!
    Late Night Happy Hour at La Marcha! photo
  • Weekend Escape: Spanish Brunch & Sangria Delight

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to Spain every Saturday and Sunday with our signature brunch experience! Indulge in Spanish-inspired dishes like the 'Real' Benedict with house-cured salmon, Huevos a la Flamenca, and brunch paella. Sip on refreshing sangria pitchers, or explore our creative cocktails like the Gazpacho Bloody Mary and Horchata de Chufa Cooler. Whether you're sharing small plates or treating yourself, our vibrant brunch will transport you to the flavors of Spain. Join us for a memorable weekend escape, where every bite brings a taste of tradition with a modern twist.
    Weekend Escape: Spanish Brunch & Sangria Delight photo
  • Live Flamenco on Sundays

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Sunday at 8pm for an enchanting evening at La Marcha Tapas Bar as we welcome the incredible Kenny el Lebrijano, a maestro of flamenco guitar. Kenny's passionate and soulful performances transport you straight to the heart of Andalusia, making your dining experience truly unforgettable. Whether you're savoring our delicious tapas or enjoying a refreshing Sangria, the mesmerizing strumming and rhythms of Kenny's guitar provide the perfect backdrop. Don't miss this unique blend of culinary and musical artistry. Reserve your table now and let the magic of flamenco elevate your Sunday nights at La Marcha!
    Live Flamenco on Sundays photo

Offers

  • Voted Best Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Join us for our award-winning Happy Hour, voted Best in the Bay! Enjoy a complimentary tapa with each beverage and take advantage of discounted tapas and sangria. Whether you're unwinding after a long day or catching up with friends, our Happy Hour is the perfect way to enjoy delicious bites and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this incredible offer—experience the best Happy Hour around and taste what everyone is raving about. Cheers to great food, fine wine, and unforgettable moments!

    Voted Best Happy Hour photo

What 1,269 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Marcha offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent tapas and paella" that transport you to Spain. The "friendly and attentive service" complements the lively atmosphere. Though the space can be crowded, the quality of the food, including standout dishes like the croquetas and paella, makes it "worth the visit."

1,269 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    71 reviews

    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, very fresh and well prepared. The drinks were great as well.

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  2. James

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Same day brunch reservation. The grace period is 10 minutes. Was seated immediately. Order was taken within 3 mins. Ordered the Pan Con Tomate Y Jamon, Bacon Croqueta, Torrijas, Rabos Con Huevos, Sangria tino, and a sangria blanco, Churros, Paella Mananera. The service was the best thing about the experience. The main waiter was a true service man. Clean cut, smelled good, clarified the order before placing it. The white sangria served. The small plates started coming out back to back while finishing each one. The waiters were attentive. The bacon croqueta was good and the aioli was too. it was moist on the inside, not sure if it was supposed to be or not. The pan con tomato Y jamon was good. The rabbis con huevos was fairly good too. The fruit garnish was a little too much. While I enjoyed all the fruit on 3 of the plates I had, it was slightly repetitive and evolved to be a little too much. two plates had kiwi, dragon fruit, orange slices. The 3rd plate had kiwi, dragon fruit, raspberries, blackberries, a strawberry. The fruit may have been a side; however, it wasn't listed in the description for the items they came with. The Torrijas tasted pretty authentic. Nearly done my food and realized my red sangria never came to the table. The gracious waiter served it and comp'd it. I ordered the Paella Mananera to go due to the cook time and was planning to have it for dinner at home. The paella was ready and packaged in a bag, that was stapled. When I went to eat it for dinner, I realized that it wasn't the paella I ordered. The paella I ordered was supposed to have bacon, chorizo, chicken. The paella that was given to me had calamari and mussels in it. I don't eat calamari and didn't want the mussels. I forced myself to eat and pick through it so that it wouldn't be a complete waste of food. I was really looking forward to the bacon and chicken in the paella but that's not what I got. The ambiance and music was great. If you order to go, check it before leaving.

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  3. Bob

    VIP

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food and drink. Very good service. Look forward to a return visit.

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  4. Enrika

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time dining here and it was so good! We ordered red sangria that was great and complimented our dishes. All recommendations were great for tapas and the seafood paella was excellent with good amount of seafood like calamari, shrimp and was well seasoned. The service was great, the food and drinks came out timely. We would definitely return to dine again at this restaurant.

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  5. Vivian

    VIP

    San Francisco

    61 reviews

    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had an amazing experience at LA Marcha . From the moment I walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I especially loved the Vegetarian Paella. Overall, it was a top-notch dining experience, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and excellent service. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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  6. YangAndDan707

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Whole experience was a S*** Show from the very beginning. My friend and I arrived for our reservation at 12:30 on Tuesday. We were left standing as the table needed to be cleaned; but we eventually got tired of standing and just sat down thinking our server could clean it while we sat. Server eventually came and cleaned the table and placed serveware down, however We were left at the table with no menu, no drinks for 15 minutes. I got up and had to get a menu myself. The server said we grabbed the brunch menu and proceeded to FINALLY give us the correct menu (we could’ve been browsing that entire time). Granted there was only one server that was tending to the restaurant and bar (La Marcha needs to fix this). Server memorized order and then proceeded to bring out a dish we did not order and one which was wrong. The whole experience was ruined and my friend and I will not be back again. The one thing we were excited to try were the crab croquettes and of course they didn’t have it that day for whatever reason. the food was mediocre at best.

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  7. Andrew

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food! Service was ok- was told there’s no reservations when I called in but found the seats we wanted on OpenTable.

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  8. Scott

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always great here. Even when they were shorthanded, we still received wonderful service.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was excellent! Service was on the slower side: after sitting us down it took them 45min to take our food order

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  10. Lucia

    Sacramento

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the menu and food at La Marca. Lively, restaurant with about 15 small tables. Urban, Berkeley vibe. Definitely going back. Paella was excellent and more than enough for 2 people. Brought home leftovers. Recommend.

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FAQs

La Marcha offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. La Marcha also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 288-9997.

La Marcha is rated 4.6 stars by 1269 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for La Marcha

2026 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2024
    2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
    3. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Late Night Happy Hour Daily 10:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Emily Sarlatte & Sergio Emilio Monleón
  • Delivery & takeout
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