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: 4.7

4.7

476 Reviews

$31 to $50

Spanish

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2 people

17 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
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
Area
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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Celebrate Nochebuena at El Raval
US$95.00 per person
24 Dec 2024 only
Join us for a festive Christmas Eve dinner featuring a curated multi-course feast that beautifully blends Catalan traditions with global influences. Each dish is thoughtfully paired with exceptional wines to create an unforgettable dining experience. Share this special evening with friends and family, surrounded by the warmth, flavors, and hospitality of Catalonia. Reserve your table today and make this Nochebuena one to remember!
New Year’s Eve Celebration at El Raval
US$95.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable culinary journey at El Raval! Join us on December 31, 2024, for an elegant evening of exceptional food, wine, and celebration. Indulge in our thoughtfully curated multi-course menu inspired by the vibrant flavors of Catalonia and beyond. Celebrate the start of 2025 with loved ones, exquisite flavors, and the festive spirit of El Raval. Limited reservations are available, so book your table now and make this New Year’s Eve truly special!

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
Cerdo Iberico 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 476 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Raval in Austin is a vibrant dining destination known for its "amazing food and fantastic service." Guests rave about the authentic Spanish tapas and paella, paired with a "great wine list." The lively atmosphere is enhanced by "outstanding flamenco shows," making it a must-visit for both casual outings and special celebrations.

476 Reviews

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Leah
Austin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I love this place. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and the food is always delicious. One of my favorite spots in Austin.
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Eddie
Austin
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience! From the waitress to the food, I wish I could give them more than five stars. We are definitely going back and bring some friends and family!
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jerry
Austin
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and setting were wonderful! Very loud inside, but what can you expect from such a popular spot. Definitely coming back with larger group!
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Reuben
West Palm Beach
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, from the attentive service to the creative and very yummy dishes. They have choices for every taste. I will definitely go back again. We ordered 3 small hot tapas and 1 vegetable paella for 3 people and it was the perfect amount of food.
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Carolyn
Baltimore
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Since it was our first time at El Raval we decided to order the chef's suggested sampler, called "Feed Me!" Everything was delicious and well-timed in coming to our table. The finale, paella de pato (duck paella), was outstanding and left us completely stuffed, but we managed to still have room for dessert, a sampler in itself of three. Our waiter, Ben, was very thorough explaining both the story behind the chef and restaurant as well as the descriptions of each course (I think there were seven including dessert). My husband also had a flight of wines selected to complement the food and he thought they were all excellent. We look forward to returning to El Raval soon.
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Lisa
Indiana
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Selected to come here after reading the menu and reviews. My sister’s husband and family are from the same region in Spain. Happened to be Flamingo night and I requested on the reservation if we could have great viewing seats to surprise my sisters with the show. When we checked in we were greeted as the sisters and seated right in front of the performance. We had the pleasure of having Ben as our waiter, his attentiveness, recommendations, and overall demeanor were outstanding. The food was excellent except for one Tapa that came out later after we asked our server about it. First bite we noted it was not hot. Croquetas should be served crisp n hot. We requested they heat them up. What was strange is the manager came and questioned us, stating he ate one and it was piping hot. We said no it was cold, not piping hot. He then stated that’s strange because chef tasted it to and he said it was piping hot. That made us very uncomfortable, we simply asked that they warm them up, and instead of doing so we are questioned on it and he stated they tried them. He then offered to get us a new order and we refused. Left us questioning if that just happened. We decided to leave after that and not stay for rest of evening or order anything else. I’m a foodie, travel or, very rarely send anything back to the kitchen and this experience was simply off putting. A shame because prior to that everything had been excellent.
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Devin
Austin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food was great, restaurant was nice and not too busy (Tuesday night) server was a little erratic in forgetting dishes, explanation of dishes being literally exactly what the menu said (just listing the ingredients unable to describe flavor profile, pairing with other dishes/drinks) and constantly coming back to check in once his busier tables left which is good, except when you’re on a date and half the time is spent listening to waiter. Highly suggest getting a paella and 2-3 tapas for portions which will cost you around $50+ per person. Overall will be back just with a different waiter, and my favorite dish on this visit was the short rib - absolutely delicious.
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Alayna
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oh, it’s a 100/10. The vibes? Immaculate The food? Immaculate The staff? Immaculate What a fun dining experience! Everything was absolutely delicious. This was our first experience with this style of dining and it was fantastic! From start to finish, this is just a classy and altogether lovely experience. Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing. They gave us a free dessert for my wife’s birthday.
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Silvia
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As we are ourselves from Spain and we know very much El Raval in Barcelona,we wanted give it a try. Not disappointed,we liked the food (the bravas were just like home)and the rest very Spanish inspired,overall tasty food. Also they have vermut;)! The staff was friendly and polite and the ambiance in a Saturday lively and yes,loud! I also like the decor it made us remember our beloved city. We will come back ,for sure!
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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 4.7 stars by 476 OpenTable diners.