Buena Vida Tapas Bar

Name: Buena Vida Tapas Bar
Address: 385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30308
Telephone: (404) 948-2312
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (710)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Great for happy hour
Hot spot

"Buena Vida Tapas & Sol is a restaurant on Atlanta's Beltline in Old Fourth Ward inspired by Southern Spain run by General Manager Lorenzo Masini and owned by local restaurateurs Adam Berlin & Juan S. Calle. Fun and approachable Spanish tapas by Executive Chef Jaime Guzman are served in an airy, beautiful space with a large indoor bar and Beltline-facing patio. This Atlanta concept is located in the corner of the North & Line apartments, just down the Beltline ramp from New Realm Brewing (or driving accessed down N Angier Ave NE from North Avenue, behind Ponce City Market). @buenavidatapas on IG to stay up to date."
We offer 2-hour parking validation at North & Line apartments. Please call 404.948.2312 for directions or if you'd like to book a party over 10 please email events@buenavidatapas.com

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Buena Vida offers vibrant spaces for every celebration—from birthday dinners to corporate events. Choose from our colorful lounge, covered patio, or full buyout for a festive experience with bold flavors, great drinks, and warm hospitality.
Private party contact
Kamilah Clark: (404) 482-1840
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Enjoy our 1/2 off bottles of wine special every Wednesday, available for our full wine list! We feature a wide selection of new and old world wines, including certified organic, certified vegan wines and a large selection of our favorite Spanish wines.

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Popular dishes

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00
Spinach, goat cheese, figs, pickled watermelon, sesame brittle, berry compote, sherry vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas
Chunky, twice-fried potatoes, bravas sauce, garlic aioli
Manchego Meatballs$13.00
Beef meatballs with Spanish sauce, red wine reduction, and truffle cheese, grilled bread
Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00
Brussel sprouts, truffle agave, vegan aioli
Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00
Goat cheese, panko, honey dill, corn sauce butter
Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00
Cauliflower, panko creamy salsa verde
CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00
Hawaiian rolls, manchego cheese, pickled vegetables, garlic aioli
Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00
Aged manchego cheese, garlic aioli, truffle, white bread, add Jamón Serrano (Pork)
Empanadas$13.00
Rotating seasonal filling, served with house made bravas sauce
CHB Short Rib$16.00
Short rib, carrots, truffle oil, cipollini onions, demi-glace, panko gremolata
Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00
Extra virgin olive oil, wild caught shrimp, garlic, chili flakes, parsley, grilled bread
Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00
Fried crispy chicken, smoky pimenton aioli, brown sugar hot honey
Bay Scallops$17.00
Scallops, Spicy basil oil, Roasted cherry tomateos, garlic, parsley
Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00
French fries, truffle oil, garlic aioli, Jamón Ibérico (Pork), sunny side up egg
Caprese Salad$8.00
Fresh mozzarella cheese, roma tomatoes, basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze
Confit Duck pot pie$14.00
Homemade butter crust,seasonal veggies
Coppa wrapped dates$13.00
Coppa, truffled tomato broth, croutons
Mahi ceviche $14.00
Sliced mahi,fresh vegetables, pickled onion, lime juice, lavash bread
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers$14.00
Roasted red peppers, agave saffron, vegan pimenton Aioli

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00
16oz grilled ribeye, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, chimichurri
Vegetable Paella$30.00
Spanish Bomba rice, roasted vegetables, sofrito, vegan aioli, lemon
Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00
Spanish Bomba rice, chicken, chorizo cantimpalo (Pork), roasted vegetables, garlic aioli, lemon
Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00
Spanish Bomba rice, shrimp, mussels, calamari, roasted vegetables, sofrito, garlic aioli, lemon
Confit Duck Paella$38.00
Spanish bomba rice, sofrito, duck fat, veggies

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00
Colombian dark chocolate brownie, toasted hazelnuts, butter, cacao powder, vanilla ice cream
Churros$9.00
Crispy cinnamon sugar-dusted dough, chocolate dipping sauce
Tres Leche Cake$9.00
Three milk Cake, whipped cream, cinnamon
Manchego Cheesecake $9.00
Manchego cheese, Philadelphia cheese, cookie crust

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

Flavors: Peach, Mango, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Coconut, Lychee +2

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00
Herradura Tequila, Gran Gala, agave, lime
SPICY MARGARITA$14.00
Chipotle & jalapeño, Tanteo Tequila, spicy simple, lime, cayenne chili salt
PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00
El Jimador tequila, passion fruit, mint, lime, agave
CLASSIC$12.00
Tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec, simple
BUENA VIDA MOJITO$11.50
Bacardi Rum, lime, simple, soda

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50
Bourbon, Amaretto, Aperol pineapple, lemon
MEZCOLADA$16.00
La Luna Mezcal, orgeat, coconut cream, pineapple
SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50
Grey Goose, watermelon basil infused Vodka, Felerunum, lemon, tiki bitters, watermelon RedBull
LYCHEE 75$14.00
McQueen Gin, lemon, lychee liqueur, champagne
SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00
Brandy, orange juice, orange liqueur
PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00
229 Vodka or Old Forester Bourbon, Giffard Passionfruit, lemon, simple

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00
Lager, Barcelona, Spain
SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00
Pilsner, Leuven, Belgium
SWEETWATER 420$7.00
Pale Ale, Atlanta, GA
GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00
Stout, Dublin, Ireland
ATLANTA HARD $9.00
Crisp Apple. atl
CREATURE COMFORTS$8.00
Tropicalia,IPA.Athens
STELLA NON-ALCOHOLIC$7.00
Leuven. Belgium

RED WINE

LUDOVICUS$12.00
Garnacha, 2019, Terra Alta, Spain
SIDURI
Pinot Noir.2021.Santa Barbara.CA 17/63
TORREMORON$13.00
Tempranillo, 2021, Ribera Del Duero, Spain
OUINTA SARDONIA$17.00
Red Blend, 2019, Castilla y León, Spain
SIDURI$17.00
Pinot Noir, 2021, Santa Brbara, California
NIPOZZANO$14.00
Chianti, 2019, Tuscany, Italy
CRIOS$13.00
Malbec 2023.Medonza ARG

WHITE WINE

TORMARESCA$12.00
Rose, 2022, Puglia, Italy
LOUREIRO$11.00
Vinho Verde, 202, Vinho Verde, Portugal
HARAS DE PIRQUE$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc.2023, Valle de leyda. CH
BRAVIUM$15.00
Chardonnay.2023.Russian River Valley,CA
TERRAS GAUDA$13.00
Albarino, 2022, Galicia, Spain
FRAGMENT$16.00
Blanco de Blanc 2022. Penedes. Spain

SPARKLING WINE

NAVERAN$10.00
Cava Brut, 2022, Catalunya, Spain
POGGIO COSTA$12.00
Prosecco, 2022, Veneto, Italy
CREMANT DE LIMOUX$14.00
Rose.2022.Limoux.France

PREMIUM TEQUILA SPECIALS

HERRADURA ULTRA$22.00
HERRADURA LEGEND$25.00
CASA DRAGONES BLANCO$25.00
CASA DRAGONESA ANEJO$28.00
CLASE AZUL REPOSADO$28.00

What 710 people are saying

Buena Vida Tapas Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with "great service" and a "beautiful cozy" setting. Visitors rave about "amazing brunch food" and the "delicious tapas," like the truffle fries and Brussels sprouts. The location is ideal, with a lively patio and validated parking. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a "hidden gem" for dining and drinks.

710 Reviews

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Khadijah
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I love Courtney! The service was amazing and the food was top tier.
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Josue
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time. Good food. Great service nice environment.😍👍🏻
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Michelle
Philadelphia County1 review
2.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was OK. I would have to say it hits somewhat of the spot, especially if you’re showing up for the first time or regrouping after last nights drinking. I guess I am used to the server being more on the ball, but this isn’t a very authentic place so I expected more from it being few Hispanic/latino listed bars. Overall, I say it’s not authentic, but it gets the job done …. Truly, clients get more from the guests eating there than the actual establishment.
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Delana
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This Place is so beautiful cozy and definitely a hidden gem! The brunch food was amazing I can’t wait to come here again and also try them for a dinner date night! Great location
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Lachelle
Charlotte3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really enjoyed this spot! We were seated on the covered patio, which was a huge plus, perfect vibe for a relaxing brunch. The bottomless mimosas were a win, and the tapas were flavorful and fun to share. I would’ve loved to see even more traditional Spanish-inspired options, but overall everything we had was delicious. Definitely planning to come back to try the dinner menu!
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Rita VIP
Atlanta1 review
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The service was great, the drinks were great, and the food was okay. Overall we had fun but had a hiccup when the check came. We initially ordered shots of reposado tequila and was hoping for a teramana, don Julio, etc. The server gave us clasè azul instead, which is a much more expensive shot. This wouldn’t have been an issue if we were aware and knew the price. We ordered a few rounds and was going to order another but asked about the shot price. This is when the server brought the bill & we saw the total for the shots was $448. We spoke to the manager since no one ordered for clase azul specifically. He removed the gratuity from our check as a resolve. Moral of the story : you’ll have a great time but be sure to be specific in your requests and ask the price if it isn’t readily available.
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Chadwick
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Spanish tapas and the service was great! Will definitely come back again.
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Elie
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so much fun eating at this restaurant! The interior is beautiful and dim with a bar that opens up to the patio. The lunch tapas have a lot of flavor and are great portion sizes. Highly recommend getting the brussel sprouts and pimenton chicken! They validate parking and have an entrance from the garage! Thanks Lalí for your amazing service!
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Allyson
Atlanta4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our tapas experience was just incredible! The service was great, but the food was out of this world! As usual.
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Mike VIP
New York City2 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Ran out of alcohol during bottomless brunch. Eggs were undercooked, biscuit was pillsbury.
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded on May 25, 2025
Hi Mike, We are truly sorry that we ran out of alcohol for bottomless mimosas during your brunch. While we always strive to be fully stocked, on rare occasions, if we have an unexpectedly busy weekend with a lot more covers than usual, we can deplete our inventory faster than anticipated. We are actively reviewing our inventory management to minimize this issue. We also apologize for the undercooked eggs and if the biscuit did not meet your expectations. We strive for consistent quality in all our dishes, and we will address this with our culinary team. We value your feedback and are committed to continuously improving. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to demonstrate our dedication to providing the positive dining experience you deserve. - Lorenzo, General Manager
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FAQs

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Buena Vida Tapas Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 948-2312.

Buena Vida Tapas Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 710 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Buena Vida offers vibrant spaces for every celebration—from birthday dinners to corporate events. Choose from our colorful lounge, covered patio, or full buyout for a festive experience with bold flavors, great drinks, and warm hospitality.
Private party contact
Kamilah Clark: (404) 482-1840

Buena Vida Tapas Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Palm Room

Park View Room (upper Mezzanine)

Restaurant Buyout

Patio Lounge

Custom inquiry

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!

Vegetable Paella

Mahi ceviche

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad

Charcuterie

Chef's Selection - Chefs Rotating Choice of Two Meats and Two Cheeses$26.00

Jamón Serrano$7.00

Chorizo$7.00

Coppa$7.00

Fu-et$7.00

Jamón Ibérico$14.00

Manchego$6.50

Idiazabal$6.50

Hidalgo$6.50

Mahón$6.50

Tapas

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00

Patatas Bravas

Manchego Meatballs$13.00

Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00

Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00

Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00

CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00

Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00

Empanadas$13.00

CHB Short Rib$16.00

Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00

Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00

Bay Scallops$17.00

Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00

Caprese Salad$8.00

Confit Duck pot pie$14.00

Coppa wrapped dates$13.00

Mahi ceviche $14.00

Quinoa Stuffed Peppers$14.00

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00

Vegetable Paella$30.00

Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00

Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00

Confit Duck Paella$38.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00

Churros$9.00

Tres Leche Cake$9.00

Manchego Cheesecake $9.00

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00

SPICY MARGARITA$14.00

PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00

CLASSIC$12.00

BUENA VIDA MOJITO$11.50

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50

MEZCOLADA$16.00

SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50

LYCHEE 75$14.00

SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00

PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00

SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00

SWEETWATER 420$7.00

GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00

ATLANTA HARD $9.00

CREATURE COMFORTS$8.00

STELLA NON-ALCOHOLIC$7.00

RED WINE