“ The food at this tapas bar is delicious! Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. My personal favorites were the sangria and the papas fritas. That said, I would recommend going during their happy hour. The regular prices are on the higher side, and while the food is excellent, it feels much more worth it when you can take advantage of the deals. Overall, a great spot for a treat or special occasion, especially if you're looking for a lively atmosphere and fantastic small plates! ”

“ La Bodega is a lively, inviting spot in Kansas City that specializes in delicious Spanish tapas and has a great atmosphere for dining out. The cozy, vibrant setting makes it perfect for hanging out with friends or enjoying a casual date night. The menu offers a fantastic variety of tapas, so there's something for everyone. Definitely try the patatas bravas--crispy potatoes with a spicy sauce--and the chorizo al vino, which is bursting with flavor. The paella is also a highlight, hearty and well-seasoned, making it perfect for sharing with a group. They have an impressive selection of wines and cocktails to complement your meal, and the sangria is especially refreshing on a warm day. For a nice finish to your meal, don't miss the Mexican coffee. It's rich and flavorful, with a hint of cinnamon that adds a nice touch. The blend of coffee with a dash of spice is the perfect way to wrap up your dining experience. Service is typically friendly and attentive, adding to the relaxed vibe of the restaurant. It can get busy on weekends, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, but it's definitely worth it. Overall, La Bodega is a fantastic choice for enjoying tasty tapas, refreshing drinks, and a cozy atmosphere. Whether you're a fan of Spanish cuisine or just looking for a fun night out, this place won't disappoint! ”

“ Tapas! Tapas! Spanish style dining 1. Gambia's Al Ajillo: garlic shrimps in an olive oil sauce served with mini baguettes 2. Papayas Bravas: potatoes sauced in tomato sauce flavored with garlic, sugar, vinegar and other delicious spices, not very spicy which was fine! These were really flavorful. Came out initially very lukewarm so they had to be remade or warmed up. 3. Esperrogos Y Salmon Ahumsfo - cold dish where salmon wrapped around asparagus with eggs and grape tomatoes garnishing the dish... Beverage of choice: Spanish Negroni, powerful Spanish gin, vermouth and Italian spirtz... completely fresh, smoky flavor... very nice served with our meal! ”

“ I can't stop thinking about the food and vibes at La Bodega. I drive by here often and had been wanting to sit on their outdoor patio. It finally happened. The patio vibes were immaculate. Our server was so welcoming and helpful in navigating the menu. We went with most of his recommendations and were not disappointed. Be prepared to EAT. Drinks were delicious as well. Definitely check La Bodega out during a night out. Street parking. ”

“ What a cool eclectic place! I drive by it often and don't notice it due to the location and small building. But I was super impressed with the ambiance, menu, service and food! This is a small plates tapas restaurant. There were 5 of us and we all ordered 2 plates and shared. We started with a meat and cheese board that was delicious. And enjoyed the 2 potato options as well as the screens of chicken and sausage, and my favorite was the pulled pork and olive tapenade on toast. Can't wait to go back! ”

“ We only got to one restaurant for KC restaurant week this year but we picked a good one. We opted for brunch and started with a sangria. Starters were the soup of the day and patatas bravas. The soup of the day was tomato basil. It was good but The patatas bravas were really good in the tomato sauce with jalapeños and sour cream. I'd definitely get those again. For entrees we opted for the Tapas sampler and the salmone con arroz. The salmon con arroz consisted of Seared salmon, saffron rice, sauteed spinach, roasted tomato, avocado, and salsa verde. It was very light and fresh with perfectly cooked salmon. The tapas sampler had a lot of little bites: pinchi de pollo con chorizo-Skewered chicken and chorizo, garlic-cumin aioli; tortilla espanola-Potato and onion filled egg torta, red pepper aioli; manchego frito-Fried, breaded Manchego cheese, quince preserves; higos y queso de cabra-Goat cheese, roasted peppers, fig coulis, grilled baguette; and datiles con jamon y chorizo-Chorizo stuffed date wrapped in pancetta. I definitely want to go back to try the Cuban. And more sangria! ”

“ I used to live in the Crossroads Westside apartment. We always talked about walking over to try the food because of all the positive reviews. And they have the cutest patio. But sadly, we never made it over. When we saw this on Kansas City Restaurant Week 2024. We had no excuse but to take advantage of their $20 menu. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Liam really took care of is. He was attentive and personal. We ordered patatas bravas, and it was so good. Potatoes were cooked perfectly and crisp. I am not sure what the sauce is. But it complimented the potato really well. For 2 course, I got the tapas sampler. The sampler was a good option for first time diner because you got to try a few item of the tapas. The bruschetta was definitely my favorite of the 5 items. I was too full from the patatas bravas to finish the sampler. Overall, I had a great experience and will definitely be back. ”

“ This was not the first time that we were visiting this place. We've been here at multiple locations with different group of people, but I strongly recommend that you come with more than four people to get a taste of a lot of items from the menu. Couple of things that caught my attention was that the plate size was bigger than the traditional Tapas style. There are two different types of potato that you could find there one with a creamy, tomato base and garlic aïoli base. Both of them were outstanding. Make sure you try their chicken skewers with chorizo. They're super good. Their sangria was magical and make sure you get your hands on the paellas. They are super good. They lost a star just because the paella was little dry and was salty.. OK We made a reservation before so we made sure we arrived there 10 minutes before and find the right table. The parking was below the bridge which was reserved for the restaurant, and the people inside were super friendly. We were always being checked on and they gave us multiple small plates to keep the pallet clean . This place offers a really good ambience, a Spanish style interiors one of the best times you can enjoy this place during the summers because you have an outdoor seating and they have a really cool vibe out there too . ”