Costa Brava Spanish Cuisine

Costa Brava Spanish Cuisine Spanish Tapas Bar and Restaurant
(1904)

The perfect pairing for your favorite olive oil 🫒✨Our Ibili aceitera is a simple and beautiful way to serve olive oil at...
06/06/2026

The perfect pairing for your favorite olive oil 🫒✨
Our Ibili aceitera is a simple and beautiful way to serve olive oil at the table. Practical, elegant, and perfect for everyday use, it makes your kitchen or dining table feel instantly more Mediterranean.
Pair it with our Castillo de Canena Arbequina for a lovely combination that brings Spanish flavor and style into your home.

La pareja perfecta para tu aceite favorito 🫒✨
Nuestra aceitera Ibili es una forma práctica y bonita de servir el aceite en la mesa. Elegante, funcional y perfecta para el día a día, aporta un aire mediterráneo cualquier cocina o mesa.
Combínala con nuestro Castillo de Canena Arbequina para disfrutar de una mezcla ideal de sabor y estilo español en casa.

Golden, smooth, and beautifully aromatic ✨Castillo de Canena Extra Virgin Olive Oil.Arbequina olives are known for produ...
06/01/2026

Golden, smooth, and beautifully aromatic ✨
Castillo de Canena Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Arbequina olives are known for producing a softer, fruitier olive oil with delicate notes that can feel slightly sweet, nutty, and fresh on the palate.
It’s the kind of olive oil that shines in simple dishes ☀️ Think crisp salads, fresh tomatoes, grilled vegetables, or just a slice of warm bread.
A beautiful staple for anyone who loves Mediterranean flavor at its finest.

Dorado, suave y con un aroma delicioso ✨
Aceite de Oliva Virgen Extra Castillo de Canena.
La aceituna arbequina es conocida por dar lugar a un aceite más suave y afrutado, con matices delicados que pueden resultar ligeramente dulces, frescos y con un toque a fruto seco.
Es un aceite que luce especialmente bien en platos sencillos☀️ Pruébalo con ensaladas frescas, tomate, verduras a la plancha o simplemente con un buen trozo de pan.
Un imprescindible para quienes disfrutan del auténtico sabor mediterráneo.

Stuffed, sliced, or straight from the jar, piquillos don’t need much to shine.Simple food, done beautifully.Rellenos, en...
05/29/2026

Stuffed, sliced, or straight from the jar, piquillos don’t need much to shine.
Simple food, done beautifully.

Rellenos, en tiras o tal cual, los piquillos brillan sin complicaciones.
Producto sencillo, bien hecho.

Piquillo peppers are sweet, tender, and gently roasted.No heat, just natural sweetness and a silky texture.A staple of ...
05/25/2026

Piquillo peppers are sweet, tender, and gently roasted.
No heat, just natural sweetness and a silky texture.
A staple of northern Spanish cuisine.

Los pimientos del piquillo son dulces, suaves y asados lentamente.
No pican, destacan por su sabor natural y textura delicada.
Un clásico del norte de España.

Not all seafood paté tastes the same 👀From mussels fish to tuna and sardines, each one has its own charactersome richer,...
05/23/2026

Not all seafood paté tastes the same 👀
From mussels fish to tuna and sardines, each one has its own character
some richer, some lighter, all full of flavor.
Perfect for trying something new without overthinking it.

No todos los patés de mar saben igual 👀
Desde mejillones hasta atún o sardinas, cada uno tiene su personalidad
unos más intensos, otros más suaves, todos llenos de sabor.
Ideal para descubrir sin complicaciones.

Seafood paté is a classic Spanish aperitivo.Smooth, savory, and rich — perfect for spreading and sharing.Simple ingredie...
05/18/2026

Seafood paté is a classic Spanish aperitivo.
Smooth, savory, and rich — perfect for spreading and sharing.
Simple ingredients, big flavor.

El paté de marisco es un clásico del aperitivo español.
Suave, sabroso e intenso — ideal para compartir.
Ingredientes sencillos, mucho sabor.

The secret to good sangría? The right red wine 🍷Choose a young, fruit-forward Spanish red — think Tempranillo or Garnach...
05/16/2026

The secret to good sangría? The right red wine 🍷
Choose a young, fruit-forward Spanish red — think Tempranillo or Garnacha.
Avoid heavy, oaky, or aged wines.
Fresh, easy-drinking wines let the fruit shine.
Serve it in a ceramic jarra for that true Spanish touch.

El secreto de una buena sangría está en el vino 🍷
Elige un vino tinto joven y afrutado, como Tempranillo o Garnacha.
Evita vinos muy envejecidos o con mucha madera.
Los vinos ligeros dejan que la fruta destaque.
Sírvela en jarra de cerámica para un toque auténtico.

💐 Happy Mother’s DayTo all the wonderful moms celebrating at Costa Brava today.
05/10/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day
To all the wonderful moms celebrating at Costa Brava today.

Simple, timeless, and practical.This ceramic jarra is a classic piece found on Spanish tables for everyday use.Clean des...
05/09/2026

Simple, timeless, and practical.
This ceramic jarra is a classic piece found on Spanish tables for everyday use.
Clean design, neutral look, and made to be used — not just displayed.

Sencilla, atemporal y práctica.
Esta jarra de cerámica es un clásico de las mesas españolas para el día a día.
Diseño limpio, tonos neutros y pensada para usarse, no solo para decorar.

Some trips start in the kitchen ✨Open a book, pour a glass, and cook like you’re in Spain — no plane ticket needed.Algun...
05/07/2026

Some trips start in the kitchen ✨
Open a book, pour a glass, and cook like you’re in Spain — no plane ticket needed.

Algunos viajes empiezan en la cocina ✨
Abre un libro, sirve una copa y cocina como en España — sin billete de avión.

From paella pans to small plates, these books are your guide to authentic Spanish cooking.Classic recipes, regional trad...
05/04/2026

From paella pans to small plates, these books are your guide to authentic Spanish cooking.
Classic recipes, regional traditions, and simple techniques you can recreate at home.
Spain, page by page.

De la paella a las tapas, estos libros son una guía a la cocina española auténtica.
Recetas clásicas, tradiciones regionales y técnicas sencillas para hacer en casa.
España, página a página.

Sometimes it’s the little details that make the table special ✨Add olives, nuts, or snacks or simply let it shine on its...
05/02/2026

Sometimes it’s the little details that make the table special ✨
Add olives, nuts, or snacks or simply let it shine on its own.
Colorful, stylish, and impossible to ignore.

A veces son los pequeños detalles los que transforman la mesa ✨
Perfecto para aceitunas, aperitivos o simplemente como decoración.
Colorido, estiloso y con mucho carácter.

This isn’t just an olive dish, it’s a small piece of art.Each ceramic dish is hand-painted, making every piece unique.Bo...
04/27/2026

This isn’t just an olive dish, it’s a small piece of art.
Each ceramic dish is hand-painted, making every piece unique.
Bold colors, playful patterns, and a design made to bring joy to the table.
Functional, decorative, and full of personality.

No es solo un plato para aceitunas, es una pequeña obra de arte.
Cada pieza está pintada a mano, por lo que no hay dos iguales.
Colores vivos, diseños alegres y mucha personalidad para la mesa.
Práctico, decorativo y único.

The Gilda was named after the movie character — salty, green, and a little provocative.Just like the pincho.Dato curioso...
04/25/2026

The Gilda was named after the movie character — salty, green, and a little provocative.
Just like the pincho.

Dato curioso 👀
La Gilda debe su nombre al personaje de cine: salada, verde y un poco provocadora.
Igual que el pincho.

Piparra peppers are mild, tangy, and slightly sweet — never hot.They’re one of the key ingredients in the famous Gilda, ...
04/20/2026

Piparra peppers are mild, tangy, and slightly sweet — never hot.
They’re one of the key ingredients in the famous Gilda, the classic Basque pincho made with olive, anchovy, and piparra.

Las piparras son suaves, ligeramente ácidas y nada picantes.
Son un ingrediente esencial de la Gilda, el pincho vasco clásico con aceituna, anchoa y piparra.

There’s always a bowl of olives on the table in Spain.No occasion needed — just good company and time.En España siempre ...
04/18/2026

There’s always a bowl of olives on the table in Spain.
No occasion needed — just good company and time.

En España siempre hay aceitunas en la mesa.
No hace falta excusa — solo buena compañía y tiempo.

Spanish black olives are naturally ripened and cured — not dyed.The result? A smoother, milder flavor and tender texture...
04/13/2026

Spanish black olives are naturally ripened and cured — not dyed.
The result? A smoother, milder flavor and tender texture.
Simple, honest, and essential to Spanish tables.

Las aceitunas negras españolas maduran de forma natural.
Por eso tienen un sabor suave y una textura delicada.
Un básico sencillo y auténtico de la mesa española.

Jamón ibérico isn’t just food, it’s time, land, and tradition.Each brand tells a different story, but all share patienc...
04/11/2026

Jamón ibérico isn’t just food, it’s time, land, and tradition.
Each brand tells a different story, but all share patience, craftsmanship, and respect for origin.
This is Spanish heritage, sliced thin.

El jamón ibérico no es solo comida, es tiempo, tierra y tradición.
Cada marca cuenta una historia distinta, unida por la paciencia y el origen.
Así sabe el patrimonio español.

Not all Ibérico is the same 🐖• Fermín: balanced, elegant, great entry into Ibérico• Castro y González: bold, rich, deepl...
04/06/2026

Not all Ibérico is the same 🐖
• Fermín: balanced, elegant, great entry into Ibérico
• Castro y González: bold, rich, deeply traditional
• Cinco Jotas: iconic, complex, world-renowned
Same category. Three expressions of excellence.

No todo el ibérico es igual 🐖
• Fermín: equilibrado y elegante
• Castro y González: intenso y muy tradicional
• Cinco Jotas: icónico, complejo y reconocido mundialmente
Misma categoría. Tres formas de excelencia.

Not all jamón moments are the same.Jamondor is your go-to for sandwiches, snacks, and casual boards.Monte Nevado shines ...
04/04/2026

Not all jamón moments are the same.
Jamondor is your go-to for sandwiches, snacks, and casual boards.
Monte Nevado shines when you want something more complex and expressive.
Same category, different personalities.

No todos los momentos de jamón son iguales.
Jamondor es ideal para bocadillos y tablas informales.
Monte Nevado destaca cuando buscas un sabor más complejo.
Misma categoría, distinta personalidad.

Two serranos, two styles 👇• Jamondor: smooth, balanced, approachable — perfect for everyday tapas• Monte Nevado: longer ...
03/30/2026

Two serranos, two styles 👇
• Jamondor: smooth, balanced, approachable — perfect for everyday tapas
• Monte Nevado: longer curing, deeper flavor, more intense aroma
Both are traditional Jamón Serrano, but curing time and technique make all the difference.

Dos serranos, dos estilos 👇
• Jamondor: suave, equilibrado y fácil de disfrutar a diario
• Monte Nevado: curación más larga, sabor más profundo y aroma intenso
Ambos son Jamón Serrano, pero la curación marca la diferencia.

How to enjoy them best 🥖Regañás + jamón or chorizoPicos + dips, spreads, or cheeseTrust us — the crunch matters.Cómo dis...
03/28/2026

How to enjoy them best 🥖
Regañás + jamón or chorizo
Picos + dips, spreads, or cheese
Trust us — the crunch matters.

Cómo disfrutarlos mejor 🥖
Regañás con jamón o chorizo
Picos con salsas, untables o queso
El crujiente sí importa.

They look similar… but they’re not the same 👀• Picos: thicker, crunchy, perfect for dipping• Regañás: thinner, crispier,...
03/23/2026

They look similar… but they’re not the same 👀
• Picos: thicker, crunchy, perfect for dipping
• Regañás: thinner, crispier, ideal with cured meats and cheese
Two classics, two textures.

Se parecen… pero no son lo mismo 👀
• Picos: más gruesos y crujientes, ideales para mojar
• Regañás: más finas y muy crujientes, perfectas con embutidos y quesos
Dos clásicos, dos texturas.

✨ New specials availableWe’re always rotating our specials, so ask your server what’s new today!
03/17/2026

✨ New specials available
We’re always rotating our specials, so ask your server what’s new today!

Address

1653 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, CA
92109

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 12am
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 11pm

Telephone

+18582731218

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