Great Spanish Seafood. Why did we dine here? – Bellota, a new Spanish restaurant, is part of The Absinthe Group. This is a beautiful restaurant in the building that houses AirBnB. Bellota’s Executive Chef Ryan McIlwraith crafts an eclectic menu of meats grilled on a wood-fired hearth, inventive paellas, Old World stews, fresh seafood, medium-sized tapas, imported charcuterie and cheeses, as well as slow-roasted vegetable dishes. Insider Tip – Cheaper to eat at lunch, but this place is made for dinner. Order Paella first thing Cuisine – Spanish Location – Soma Opened – 2016 Service – Bellota had below average service. The waitress was barely around, and the water filler appeared far more often. Verdict – Bellota is definitely a destination restaurant, visited at its best during dinner. The menu is more extensive and the place is a scene. The food was very good, but the service need a tune up on our lunch visit. If you like Spanish Tapas, be sure to also try Zarzuela in SF. Is this restaurant worth a 5 minute drive? Yes. 30 minute? Yes. 1 Hour? Maybe. Bellota Signature Dishes – Paella Bellota’s Menu is pretty extensive. At lunch, there are several salads, open […]
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