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La Marcha, Berkeley, CA
Award-winning

La Marcha

4.6 (1341)
$31 to $50
Spanish
2026 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
La Marcha Tapas Bar, located in Berkeley, California, is a culinary gem led by Chef Sergio Monleon and Chef Emily Sarlatte. Known for its innovative Spanish cuisine, La Marcha offers signature paella dishes and a variety of delightful tapas. The restaurant has earned accolades including listed in the Michelin Guide, Best of the Bay awards, and recognition among the top 5 Spanish restaurants by several publications. Situated near landmarks such as UC Berkeley and BAMPFA, it boasts a cozy, rustic atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Committed to community service, Chef Sergio, Chef Emily, and the team actively participate in local and global charitable initiatives. Join us at La Marcha Tapas Bar for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors and culture of Spain.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Late Night Happy Hour Daily 10:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Emily Sarlatte & Sergio Emilio Monleón
  • Catering
    Many Bay Area food lovers will recognize Sergio Emilio Monleón and Emily Sarlatte — their smiling faces can often be seen behind a gigantic paella pan brimming with fresh seafood, produce and saffron-infused rice. Their catering service Ñora Cocina Española has won them many fans, with beautiful paellas that are cooked on-site, which means they not only feed, but entertain guests at any function. The presence of these chefs and that giant paella pan makes for a fun, communal atmosphere, ideal for anything from casual business luncheons, elegant weddings, local festivals, or pop up dinners.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2024
    2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
    3. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    University Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    72 Bus.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Late Night Happy Hour at La Marcha!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for late-night happy hour at La Marcha, every day from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m.! Enjoy a complimentary tapa with every drink purchase. Walk-ins are welcome!
    Late Night Happy Hour at La Marcha! Photo
  • Weekend Escape: Spanish Brunch & Sangria Delight

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to Spain every Saturday and Sunday with our signature brunch experience! Indulge in Spanish-inspired dishes like the 'Real' Benedict with house-cured salmon, Huevos a la Flamenca, and brunch paella. Sip on refreshing sangria pitchers, or explore our creative cocktails like the Gazpacho Bloody Mary and Horchata de Chufa Cooler. Whether you're sharing small plates or treating yourself, our vibrant brunch will transport you to the flavors of Spain. Join us for a memorable weekend escape, where every bite brings a taste of tradition with a modern twist.
    Weekend Escape: Spanish Brunch & Sangria Delight Photo
  • Live Flamenco on Sundays

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Sunday at 8pm for an enchanting evening at La Marcha Tapas Bar as we welcome the incredible Kenny el Lebrijano, a maestro of flamenco guitar. Kenny's passionate and soulful performances transport you straight to the heart of Andalusia, making your dining experience truly unforgettable. Whether you're savoring our delicious tapas or enjoying a refreshing Sangria, the mesmerizing strumming and rhythms of Kenny's guitar provide the perfect backdrop. Don't miss this unique blend of culinary and musical artistry. Reserve your table now and let the magic of flamenco elevate your Sunday nights at La Marcha!
    Live Flamenco on Sundays Photo

Offers

  • Voted Best Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for our award-winning Happy Hour, voted Best in the Bay! Enjoy a complimentary tapa with each beverage and take advantage of discounted tapas and sangria. Whether you're unwinding after a long day or catching up with friends, our Happy Hour is the perfect way to enjoy delicious bites and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this incredible offer—experience the best Happy Hour around and taste what everyone is raving about. Cheers to great food, fine wine, and unforgettable moments!

    Voted Best Happy Hour Photo

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What 1,341 people are saying

La Marcha reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Spanish

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Marcha offers a delightful Spanish dining experience with "inventive twists" on traditional dishes. Highlights include "excellent tapas," exceptional paella, and a warm atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "professional" staff and "friendly" service. Despite occasional service hiccups, patrons consistently enjoy the "delicious" food and lively ambiance. Perfect for happy hours or special occasions.
1,341 Reviews
  1. Briana

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We had 1 guy at the bar who was speaking to our table constantly. We politely tried to decline his offer for wine but he continued to talk to us. The waiter did nothing. When we finally told the waiter, he said he would intervene if he comes back. The waiter did nothing but told us the man was unhoused and has a hard time every paying the bill. Definitely felt like the waiter was not listening or helping the situation. He also got our orders wrong and had to come back and verify what we got and didn't get multiple times. Not super happy with the service or experience. I was taking out family friends and they were not impressed either.

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  2. Bethany

    Newcastle and Northumberland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tapas were incredibly original but still referenced the traditional fare, and every bite was so rich and flavourful. The paella was absolutely the stuff of dreams. Definitely will be a regular there.

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  3. Matt

    Los Angeles1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere, great food, a little pricey for what you get, but take advantage of their happy hour! That's a good deal.

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  4. Austin

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Busy Sunday night on our second visit in two years to La Marcha. Both visits the cocktails and Tapas were on point. Unfortunately on both visits the paella was disappointing, lacking distinctive flavor and no crispy bottom :(. But the service, ambiance, tapas and cocktails will bring us back again. Hopefully 3rd times the charm on the Paella.

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  5. Thomas VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Decent, but not great. Kind of surprised it was on the Michelin app after eating there. Tight seating, and it was loud. Hard to concentrate on my date when you can hear everyone else's conversations. I doubt I'll go back.

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  6. LaRene

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Family birthday dinner . Great food and our waiter was attentive and friendly. I would recommend this special place to everyone that loves Spanish tapas .

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  7. Chris VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Maybe some of the worst tapas food I've ever had.

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  8. Jodie VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful 1st visit! Loved the Sangria and Happy Hour bites. The paella was a hit as well!

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  9. Maggie

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    my party of 3 made a reservation at 2:30 upon our arrival the server was clearly irritated we were there. we were seated and brought water right away which was great. we then sat unattended for 20 min. we were very hungry and had looked at the menu prior to our arrival and were ready to order food and drinks right away. after some time and the server chatting with a potential new hire she finally got our order but told us she could only make 2 of the drinks on the cocktail menu uncertain as to why that was the case but we just went with it. food was great! we ordered a lot of it and enjoyed it all minus the salad that had basically no dressing. she brought the bill and i noticed it said brunch next to most of the items which i thought was odd as we were there on monday. so ya she was charging us brunch prices which are more expensive. when we brought this up she got mad like really mad. um im pretty sure its not our fault the menu we were provided had different prices so i wanted to pay for what we ordered and have that be reflected correctly on the bill. when she came back she was adamant we pay right away i said to my friends i have cash and she blurted out i cant take cash i dont have change. i didnt need change i wanted to pay part of the bill in cash and the rest on cc she took my friends card out of his hand and ran it before we could say anything it was so strange. so not only did we not get to pay the way we wanted she was rushing us so badly i didnt even see the bill STILL wasnt right. never once did she apologize or say anything about the inconvenience we left still paying the wrong amount. it was awful! never going back. its unfortunate how one person can ruin an entire experience.

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  10. Sam VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. Some of the best tapas I've had in a while. The bartender (our server) did a great job helping me find a wine I would like. The place is pretty small. So when we got there for our reservation, our table wasn't ready for us and we had to wait 10-15min. Other than that, I love the vibe. They also had a guitar player come on at 8pm and he did an amazing job.

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FAQs

La Marcha offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 288-9997.

La Marcha is rated 4.6 stars by 1341 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for La Marcha

2026 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2024
    2. MICHELIN Plate 2023
    3. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    University Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Late Night Happy Hour Daily 10:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    72 Bus.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Emily Sarlatte & Sergio Emilio Monleón
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Many Bay Area food lovers will recognize Sergio Emilio Monleón and Emily Sarlatte — their smiling faces can often be seen behind a gigantic paella pan brimming with fresh seafood, produce and saffron-infused rice. Their catering service Ñora Cocina Española has won them many fans, with beautiful paellas that are cooked on-site, which means they not only feed, but entertain guests at any function. The presence of these chefs and that giant paella pan makes for a fun, communal atmosphere, ideal for anything from casual business luncheons, elegant weddings, local festivals, or pop up dinners.
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