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Buena Vida Tapas

4.4
4.4
473 Reviews
$30 and under
Spanish
"Buena Vida Tapas & Sol is a restaurant on Atlanta's Beltline in Old Fourth Ward inspired by Southern Spain. Fun and approachable Spanish tapas by Executive Chef Johnathan Wilmot are served in an airy, beautiful space with a large indoor bar and Beltline-facing patio. This Atlanta concept is run by General Manager Johnny Johnson and owned by local restaurateurs Adam Berlin & Juan S. Calle 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

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 59 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin / Spanish

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (404) 948-2312

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Black, Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive Chef

    Juan Hormiga

  • Private party facilities

    Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.

  • Private party contact

    Lauren Finn: (404) 948-2312

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Fourth Ward

  • Cross Street

    Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin

  • Parking Details

    Public 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

Experiences

  • Bar Bites @ Buena Vida Tapas & Sol

    Multiple dates available
    On Saturdays and Sundays, we offer a limited menu featuring our favorites on the Bar Bites Menu from 4PM-5PM. Full cocktail menu is available - pro tip... try our Confit Mushroom Croquetas or our Manchego Mini Sliders!

Offers

  • Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
    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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What 473 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Healthy

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, great service, cute location. Perfect place to bring my out of town guest:)
  2. YDiaz

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    It was such a disappointment to find the are claiming that as “Spanish food” the ingredients used for the empanada needs asap revision; please ask a real Spanish person for help; you are using the wrong dough… The mimosa was so warm 😳… the gambas was deliciously seasoned - thank goodness
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Buena Vida Tapas is AMAZING! Will be going back soon.
  4. blessedlittlebungalow

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and great food and ambiance! Thank you!
  5. DanielleS

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice atmosphere and such a nice energy. The food was very tasty. I was able to experience the vegan options. The menu was also very organized.
  6. BreezyEats

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our server KK was amazing! She was consistent but not overbearing. Food was good, we went for brunch but we didn’t know. So we just had tapas, all delicious but none of us cared for mushroom croquettes
  7. dhuff

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was ok! Vibes were amazing. Drinks were good, but a little expensive for what they were.
  8. Jaysac

    Atlanta Metro

    103 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    103 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Didn’t visit this place in a long time. Had salad. Empanadas and Octopus. Salad and empanadas were pretty good, Octopus was well cooked but a little on the salty side. Wine list is limited. Too noisy last night, they had a bridal shower.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall2food4service4ambience1
    So loud we couldn’t even visit with our family/friends for my husbands birthday .
  10. DonaldS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience4
    Very long wait to get seated and waited hours for food. Reservation was for 2pm, did not receive food until after 4 pm. Not a very good experience.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience1
    The food was amazing, our server Preston was amazing but I do have a MAJOR issue with the disrespect that was shown to the woman next to us. She had passed out due to the heat and as the paramedics were on their way, the manager continued to allow/encourage the receptionist to seat people near her. She was on the ground, clearly sick, her family on the ground with her icing her legs, face and mouth, myself and others had called 911 yet new people continued to walk past her and watch her be sick. It was disgusting for the manager to embarrass her in that way. Of course nothing could be done about the people already sitting, but the fact that two LARGE new parties were seated directly near her was idiotic and insensitive. I’m really disappointed in the lack of humanity and common sense. Besides Preston calling 911, and servers brining ice and water, the restaurant’s response was just awful. They wouldn’t even move her inside the manager said to keep her laid down in the heat. Despite how good the food is I don’t know if I can come back.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jay was phenomenal. Extremely attentive and hospitable. It was joy to have him as our server. Food was great. Loved all the veggie options they had!
  13. ValerieK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Food was unique and amazing! Service was odd. Food came out right away and drinks weren’t served until just before we were ready to leave. Great ambiance except for the incredibly LOUD music!
  14. Pickierthanithink

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The food is delicious and the portion sizes are much bigger than most other tapas places which I absolutely appreciate. It makes them ACTUALLY shareable. The service is also consistently great. On the weekends they have alive DJ outside which makes it very loud and difficult to talk both inside and out but maybe that’s something other people like. I’d recommend this place for sure.
  15. KevinM

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Cool, trendy spot. Tapas we’re not the best in town but tasty. Noise level was very loud but we actually enjoyed because of the vibe.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience2
    The food was good and service was okay, but unfortunately the music was so incredibly loud, we had to yell to hear each other. Wish we had gone somewhere else where the volume level wasn’t so loud so we could more easily talk to each other.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was a little too loud in the restaurant. So hard to hear people speaking when everyone else around the restaurant is trying to speak over the VERY LOUD music. Food was delicious, server was amazing.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Learned about it on IG and the reel was amazing. We were excited for taco Tuesday but learned they only have 1 taco type and it’s brisket. :(. Sucked to be a pescatarian. However the mushroom croquettes were good and the Brussels amazing
  19. TiffB

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    The food was decent. The service was great. Inattentive staff which was surprising because it was slow in the restaurant. My friend and I went on a Monday. We had reservations and were seated immediately. We were sitting at the table for at least 15 minutes and no server came to greet us. So, after waiting for 15 minutes, I went to the hostess and asked about our server. Server finally came over. He was pleasant until after we got our food. He never came to check us. We had to wait at least 45 minutes for him to come back to our table. I asked for a to go box to package food and instead of bringing to go box, he ended up throwing food away. Food was decent but not worth going back for bad service. Other Tapa restaurants with better food and service.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cute place for excellent brunch cocktails, the menu was a little on the pricier side but you get a lot for what you pay for!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Preston our waiter was great. The food as always is good, but we didn’t receive food because the food runners delivered it to the wrong table. Just so happened to be the last of the mussels definitely a let down. We’ll be back mistakes happen and we were comp’d one dish and given coupons.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    I went here for Saturday brunch and was so excited when we arrived because it is the cutest restaurant with a great ambiance. However, the service and the food could not have been more disappointing. We waited 45 minutes for our drinks which when they finally came out they were extremely watered down and had little to no ice left. Then, we waited 2 hours for our food - just for it to come cold with hard yolks. Safe to say I will not be coming back.
  23. Foodie

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Good & ambiance were lovely. The food was good, but the service was slow, and they missed out appetizers.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    The restaurant was so pretty and our server was very nice. The drinks were great, however all of our eggs on our Benedicts were ICE cold. One of my eggs was over cooked to where it was rubbery, and the other was extremely undercooked with the white even running.
  25. AllysonG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered 7 tapas amongst three of us and all were outstanding. They also offer "big plates" for those that aren't tapas fans. The service was great...friendly, great recommendations not only on the food but times to come back when they have live music and dancing. I'd highly recommend!!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food and drinks where ok, I went for brunch, appetizers looked great but can say because I did not get any, atmosphere and location is great, worth checking out once.
  27. RachelA

    Key West

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience3
    Food is good but the service is soooo slow. Took like 10 mins to be seated even though there was only one group ahead of us and we had a reservation. Took a solid 20 mins to get the first round of drinks and about 50 mins to get food. I had to go inside to ask them about our second round of drinks after waiting 30 mins after ordering them - we didn’t even see our server for that whole duration. Keep in mind we only had 3 people in our party. This was the third time in a row that we had this slow slow experience so it sealed the deal, we cannot go back :(
  28. Margit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great experience! They have Vegan options! Our waitress was so nice and helpful! DJ was amazing! Food was delicious!! We can’t wait to come back!!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location, atmosphere, super friendly and helpful staff. We had a separate table of 8 for our 16 year olds birthday celebration outside and table for mom and dad inside. Food was fun and delicious, the girls had a great time celebrating and they loved that their was a dj outside.
  30. JudiJ

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had an awesome experience! Food was really great, service was great and drinks were great. We were very happy with the quality of the tapas. Every dish was very tasty!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    People are sweet! They need live music on their patio.
  32. Marissa

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jay was a wonderful waiter. Great personality that made the already delicious food and drink that much more enjoyable. Great night with friends, will definitely recommend and come back again!
  33. JessicaMoore

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience4
    Terrible service (not the waitress, she was great). Reservation was for 8:15pm, didn’t get seated until after 9pm, ordered drinks and did not get them until after 9:40pm. One of our tapas came before our drinks even did. This was an unfortunate way to start our experience considering the food was actually great, and the cocktails were amazing. I would give this spot another chance even the the service was horrendous strictly due to the fact that the food and drinks were fantastic.
  34. MarynH

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    Our service was very poor. We got all of our food before our drinks came out and it took 20+ minutes to get the check and a box. The server would only come to one of their tables and then disappear for 15 minutes.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great. Just make sure there isn't a festival going on at PCM or parking will be horrible
  36. ck000

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Preston took good care of us despite the kitchen back up! Long wait after ordering and between courses. Food okay. Olive oil cake disappointing.
  37. Shonda

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience2
    I love this patio on a nice day. They offer a variety of dishes for the various dietary profiles in my group.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    10/10 service , the food is amazing and reasonably priced.
  39. LThomas

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated a birthday. BV was excellent yet again. Get the spicy margarita it was delicious!! They really do treat you for your birthday!!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful we put this on our “go to spot” list!

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Buena Vida Tapas using the Order Online button. Buena Vida Tapas also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Buena Vida Tapas also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 948-2312.

Buena Vida Tapas is rated 4.4 stars by 473 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 59 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Buena Vida Tapas

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

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Fourth Ward

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin / Spanish

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Black, Latinx or Hispanic

  • Executive Chef

    Juan Hormiga

  • 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

  • Phone number

    (404) 948-2312

  • Private party facilities

    Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.

  • Private party contact

    Lauren Finn: (404) 948-2312

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