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La Parada Irene Village

Breakfast Coffee Shop International Spanish Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
4.0 RR
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Sport
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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La Parada Bar De Tapas first opened its doors in Bree Street – Cape Town’s hottest food strip – as a tribute to the Spanish bars that bewitched Hemingway. La Parada offers tapas born from Spanish heritage but curated for the South African palate.

With an impressive interior, boasting ornate pressed ceilings, a miscellany of chairs and lampshades and an eclectic selection of Spanish tiles, La Parada specialises in sharing small plates that incorporate a Spanish flair and a great vibe. With many patrons popping in for afternoon drinks and a light bite, rather than a sit-down dinner – which is after all the origin of tapas – the drinks list encourages as much experimentation as the menu.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Friday 08h00 - 00h00
  • Saturday 08h00 - 00h00
  • Sunday 08h00 - 00h00

Reviews (263)

4.0 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 3.9
Value 3.8
Service 3.9
Ambience 4.1
  • Molebogeng Dined: 3 days ago
    2.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0
  • leah m. Dined: 4 days ago
    1
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 28 Jun 25
    Horrible experience Waited for about 1h30 just for pizza I ask for tabasco n never receive it i ate n finish I don’t know if my waiter was serving a lot of tables alone or wat

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Sun 29 Jun 25:
    Dear Leah Mulaudzi, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's disheartening to hear about the long wait and the issues you faced during your visit to La Parada Irene Village. We take your feedback seriously and will investigate this matter further to ensure improvements are made. Please feel free to email us at customercare@lifeandbrand.co.za, should you wish to share more with us. We appreciate your patience and hope for a chance to provide you with a better experience in the future. Kind regards, 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • TJ C. Dined: 6 days ago
    1.8
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 27 Jun 25
    I was extremely upset with the food quality. I chose your restaurant for an intimate celebration and expected to pay very high prices for the food, thinking that it would be of exceptional quality. The Wagyu starter was an oily mess, and I showed the waitress that all the meat cooked out and was lying underneath the dough. The Plato de Maricos came after an hour and was ice cold. I could've gotten the same portion at Ocean Basket for a third of the price. 4 small prawns and cold fish. If I didn't have a lady with me, I would've made a scene and would've asked for a refund. I am so disappointed, and I don't earn a lot, so to pay that huge amount for something so terrible shocked me.

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Fri 27 Jun 25:
    Dear TJ Coetzee, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent visit to La Parada Irene Village. It is disappointing to hear that the food did not meet your expectations, especially for a special celebration. Your comments about the quality and temperature of the dishes have been duly noted for review, as maintaining high standards is important to us. We strive to deliver a tailored experience that celebrates quality ingredients and exceptional service. We apologies for the disappointing experience. That is not the standard we want to set for our brand. We have escalated the matter to the relevant GM. We genuinely hope for the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Warm Regards 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Nwabisa D. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Jun 25
    The food was mediocre, I didn't get value for my money

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Wed 25 Jun 25:
    Dear Nwabisa Dlamini, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about La Parada Irene Village. It's great to hear that you enjoyed our service and ambience, as those elements are important to us. Your feedback regarding the food and value provided will be reviewed closely. Continuous improvement is a priority, and your insights help guide that process. Looking forward to welcoming you back for a more satisfying experience. Warm regards, 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Johann P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Jun 25
    We had a wonderful experience at La Parada Irene Village. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the service was attentive. Most importantly, the food was truly excellent — not only beautifully presented, but full of flavour with every bite.

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Mon 23 Jun 25:
    Dear Johann Prinsloo, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at La Parada Irene Village. It’s fantastic to hear that the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and that the service was attentive. The joy of tasting food that is both beautifully presented and bursting with flavour is truly special. We hope to welcome you back for another delightful experience soon! Warm regards, 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Francois P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    1
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Jun 25
    Completed booking for 9:30 Sunday morning for Fathers Day. Booking was accepted and confirmation mailed. Upon arrival at 9:30, Was informed they have changed there times and no longer served breakfast and only opened at 11:00. We were almost shunned away and ignored like it was our mistake. Needless to say we were left stranded as all restaurants that where open where fully booked. Highly disappointing

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Tue 17 Jun 25:
    Dear Francois, Thank you for sharing your experience at La Parada Irene Village. It is disappointing to hear about the confusion regarding your booking and the service you received. Your feedback is important, and steps will be taken to improve this aspect of our operation. We sincerely hope to provide you with a better experience in the future. We have escalated the matter to the relevant GM. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Ratilwe M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    2.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Jun 25
    I had booked a table and called in to confirm. My guest and I arrived only to be told the place is full. It was embarrassing a we had to wait at least 30 minutes to get sorted. On top of that we were very squeezed where we sat.

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Tue 17 Jun 25:
    Dear Ratilwe, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at La Parada Irene Village. It’s unfortunate to hear about the difficulties encountered upon arrival and the seating arrangements. Your feedback regarding the service will be investigated further to ensure a better experience in the future. We genuinely hope for an opportunity to provide a more enjoyable visit next time. Warm regards, 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Faith K. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Jun 25
    Had the best service from Buster.

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Tue 17 Jun 25:
    Hello Faith, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at La Parada Irene Village. It's fantastic to hear that you received exceptional service from Buster, contributing to your overall enjoyment. Your feedback about the food, value, service, and ambience being rated so highly is greatly appreciated. It truly reflects the vibe we strive to create for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delightful visit! Warm regards, 😊 Customer Care – Life and Brand Portfolio

  • Roy H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    1.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    Unfortunately our experience was very disappointing from the start. We pre booked a table, nothing was ready when we arrived. The waiting staff seemed lost. The food took 1.5 hours to be served, which is unacceptable especially as the restaurant was nearly empty with only 3 tables occupied. The quality of the food was average at best and overpriced for what it is. Lots of work to be done La Parada if you hope to survive.

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Tue 17 Jun 25:
    Dear Roy, Thank you for sharing your experience at La Parada Irene Village. It is disappointing to hear that your visit did not meet expectations. The concerns raised regarding the service and food quality are taken seriously, and steps to improve are underway. Feedback like yours helps drive the changes necessary for a better experience. We sincerely hope for an opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable visit in the future. Warm regards,

  • Sonja T. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 12 Jun 25 (Guest left no comment)

    La Parada Irene Village responded on Thu 12 Jun 25:
    Hello Sonja Taljard, Thank you for sharing such fantastic feedback about your experience at La Parada Irene Village. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your visit, from the delightful food to the welcoming atmosphere. Your kind words about the service and overall value mean a lot to the team. We strive to provide an unforgettable journey of flavours and passion, and it's clear that we succeeded during your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Warm regards,

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