El Raval

Name: El Raval
Address: 1500 S Lamar Blvd 150, Austin, TX, United States, 78704-2940
Telephone: (512) 473-2211
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

502 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

El Raval restaurant and tapas bar celebrates the diverse cultural influences of Barcelona's iconic El Raval neighborhood. Grounded in Spanish cuisine, our menu incorporates the bold flavors and fragrant spices of North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, paired with an award-winning wine-by-the-glass selection, recognized by Wine Enthusiast in 2024, or savor world-class cocktails crafted in collaboration with Two Schmucks (ranked No. 7 on the "World's 50 Best Bars 2022").

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Asian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 473-2211
Website
https://www.elravalatx.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Laila Bazahm
Private party facilities
We would be thrilled to host your private event at El Raval! To discuss the details, please reach out to us at info@elravalatx.com. We look forward to making your event special!

Location
1500 S Lamar Blvd 150, Austin, TX 78704-2940
Neighbourhood
South Austin
Cross Street
Off South Lamar Blvd.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Valentine’s Day Celebration at El Raval
US$95.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day at El Raval! Join us on February 14th, starting at 5 PM, for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious flavors and romantic ambiance. Indulge in our specially curated Valentine’s Day menu for $95 per person, featuring a selection of exquisite dishes inspired by our culinary heritage. Enhance your dining experience with a wine pairing for an additional $45 per person, carefully chosen to complement each course. Spaces are limited—reserve your table now for a night to remember! 💕
Flamenco Night at El Raval
Feb 16, 2025 only
Join us on Sunday, February 16th, for a mesmerizing Flamenco Show at El Raval! Celebrate the romance and passion of post-Valentine's festivities with an evening of Spanish culture, music, and dance. Showtimes: 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM Immerse yourself in the rhythm of Flamenco while savoring our signature dishes and curated drinks. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of vibrant performances and culinary delights. Reserve your table now to secure your spot!

Popular dishes

Oysters Half DozenUS$24.00
Raw PEI Oysters with cava mignonette and seaweed ponzu
Oysters DozenUS$48.00
Ceviche de HamachiUS$19.00
Red snapper ceviche, leche de tigre, aji amarillo, criolla, sweet potato noisette, corn puff
Ensalada de TemporadaUS$13.00
Apple, cucumber and fennel salad, Manchego cheese, flatbread crisps, home-fermented sidra vinaigrette

Tapas

Patatas BravasUS$12.00
Crispy potatoes, spicy tomato sauce, harissa all i oli
Gambas al AjilloUS$19.00
Gulf shrimp, garlic oil, chile de arbol, Sherry
Croquetas de Jamon IbericoUS$16.00
Roasted chicken and Jamon bechamel fritters
AlbondigasUS$18.00
Wagyu meatballs, ras el hanout, bitter lemon harissa sofrito, Iberico guanciale
Calamares y Pescados en AdoboUS$17.00
Fried calamari and fish marinated in adobo, canarian mojo
Coles de BruselasUS$10.00
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, lime and pippara vinaigrette, pickled carrots and seasonal citrus, pine nuts
Setas al CarbonUS$16.00
Wood-roasted locally foraged mushrooms, sunchoke miso hummus, cured egg yolk, roti prata flatbread
ColiflorUS$16.00
Roasted cauliflower, onion & zucchini confit, Punjabi makhani sauce, tamarind chutney
MusselsUS$18.00
PEI mussels, fennel sofrito, Catalan seafood stew
Pulpo a la brasaUS$19.00
Grilled octopus, chickpea and spinach ragout, chimichurri, pimentón
Cordero a la brasaUS$30.00
Brochetas de polloUS$24.00
Ssam de costillasUS$35.00

Entrees

Paella de MariscoUS$39.00
Shrimp, scallops, squid, mussels, lobster broth
Paella de PatoUS$38.00
Duck confit, chicken and dashi broth, hoisin aioli, six-spice shichimi
Arroz NegroUS$38.00
Squid ink rice, hake a la plancha, Calabrian ´nduja relish, crab, pippara emulsion
Paella de Setas y VerdurasUS$31.00
Locally foraged seasonal mushrooms, asparagus, saffron, eggplant confit, peanut emulsion
Chicken Brochette PaellaUS$47.00

Desserts

Basque CheesecakeUS$12.00
Crema CatalanaUS$12.00
TorrijaUS$12.00
Arroz con lecheUS$12.00

What 502 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Raval offers a vibrant dining experience with "phenomenal" food and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about the Chef's Choice 8-Course Meal as a "culinary masterpiece." The atmosphere is lively and reminiscent of Barcelona, making it perfect for special occasions. Highly recommended for its "authentic" tapas and delightful ambiance.

502 Reviews

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Alys
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for the Flamenco night they have on Sundays and it was absolutamente Fantástico! Like incredible. Felt like I was in Spain. The food, the singers, the dancers, the wine, the service, all such a vibe and all authentic. Damè mas experiences España. Keep it up guys!
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Mila
Austin
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It’s a fabulous Spanish restaurant with excellent Spanish food. Delicious shareable tapas, and wonderful for a big company. Loud, noisy, but Flamenco nights are incredible! Just as you would imagine a good Spanish family would have their dinner - it’s how it is. They could have a little better selection of wine and a little bit more moderately priced with better deals or happy hours. But it is what it is. We all still enjoyed it multiple times.
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Sandra
Austin
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
El Raval had an atmosphere and the food was wonderful! The staff was very helpful and friendly. l will be going back !!
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Mirian
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were celebrating my birthday, The seafood paella , patatas bravas , crema catalana, we enjoyed every bite , it was delicious.
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Bob
Montreal
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was my 2nd time back since the change from Barlata. As before, it was excellent. I happen to like a well done socarrat, and told them to burn it...it came out exactly how I like it. Our group ordered the usual assortment of tapas, e.g. papas brava, and really enjoyed it. I'm getting to know chef Laila, and she is so nice and accommodating, and came to check on our table. I'm, also, one of the few people who prefers a good sipping rum, as opposed to other spirits. On my first visit, they didn't have much. However, when I called to confirm my reservation, the person who answered remembered me, and they added some good rums, which I enjoyed last night. I hope that they're here for a long time, as I will definitely keep going back.
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Azucena
VIP
Austin
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a selection of tapas that were excellent: patatas bravas, octopus, mussels, chicken and two more. We like this restaurant very much, and the paella is a keeper.
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Eric
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite place in Austin. Co-signed by an Austin Native. Just like my Other review on Google review this place is phenomenal. I'm glad I got to celebrate my Birthday there.
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OLIVER
Austin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was awesome! Staff was very friendly and accommodating! Food was great! Could have been excellent if there was no hint of curry on the pulpo. We had the Chef’s Flight and it was really worth it! $70 per person. And we enjoyed every bite. We were so full and we even had the yummy cheesecake to go. There were 2 desserts! We finished the rice pudding which was really good! Everything was great, as I said, could have easily given 5 stars if not for that subtle hint on the pulpo. Will definitely come back!
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DENISE
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New Years Eve dinner was so flavorful and drinks were good!
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Henry
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had the paella de pato fooled by the basque cheesecake and both were amazing. Our server was very friendly and helped us understand what we were ordering.
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FAQs

El Raval offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 473-2211.

El Raval is rated 4.8 stars by 502 OpenTable diners.