Destapas SF

Destapas brings the warmth and flavor of a real Spanish tapas brat San Francisco's M ission District. Created by Luis Raga and Raul Aguilera, two friends from Madrid, Destapas is a casual elevated restaurant, lively and unpretentious place to gather with friends, family, dates, and groups. Our menu is built around traditional Spanish tapas, paellas, Spanish wines, vermouth, cocktails. Many dishes are designed to be enjoyed family-style, creating the same social dining experience you would find in Madrid, Barcelona or the Basque Country. Join us for dinner, La Hora del Vermut Happy Hour, birthdays, corporate dinners, groups celebrations, or a relaxed night of tapas and wine on out heated back patio, Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends and groups.

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Gather your group and dive into the vibrant flavors of Spain with our family-style Tasting Menu, curated especially for parties of 6 or more guests at Destapas. Designed to be shared and savored together, this experience brings the best of our kitchen to your table in generous portions that showcase the heart of Spanish cuisine. Your tasting begins with a selection of classic Spanish tapas — from Patatas Bravas with smoky tomato-pepper sauce and Pan con Tomate with serrano ham, to Serrano Ham Croquetas, savory Albondigas Azafrán meatballs, and tender Gambas al Ajillo garlic shrimp. Complemented by fresh salads and vibrant Catalan-style flatbreads, each dish invites conversation and connection around the table. For the centerpiece, enjoy our Seafood Paella with prawns, squid, clams, and mussels cooked with authentic bomba rice and Spanish seasonings to delight every palate. Finish on a sweet note with a traditional Spanish dessert like Basque Cheesecake or Tarta de Santiago, perfectly balancing rich flavors and shared memories. This exclusive experience is ideal for celebrating birthdays, reunions, corporate dinners, or any special gathering — all while enjoying the warm hospitality and bold flavors that define Destapas. Reserve your tasting menu for 6 or more and let us take your group on a true culinary journey through Spain.

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