Restaurant roast · 29% slop

Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar: Order the Paella and Serrano

Tampa locals hunting real Galicia skip the tourist traps and head straight here for imported ham and proper seafood rice.

August 13, 2026 About Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar

Real Serrano ham and fresh paella beat any Tampa fusion attempt.

The Take

Order the Jamón Serrano, Manchego and olives platter plus paella to share at Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar.

This family-owned spot since 1980 delivers imported Spanish classics that reward people chasing actual Galician nostalgia over chain tapas or local fusion experiments.

The Verdict

Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar keeps the focus on real imported Serrano, Manchego, cured olives, and proper paellas without the slop.

The occasional Americanized item like the Cuban sandwich exists but stays easy to dodge.

Order the Jamón Serrano, Manchego and olives platter plus paella to share.

Common Questions

What should you avoid at Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar?

The Cuban sandwich. Stick to the imported ham and seafood paella instead.

Is Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar expensive?

No. Happy hour keeps drafts, apps, and cocktails cheap.

Does Spain Restaurant & Toma Bar have live music?

Yes on weekends. Flamenco guitar runs Fridays and Saturdays.

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