Costa Brava Bistro - Bellaire

Went to this place for a family dinner. Was a little annoyed to not get the menu for a way too long duration of time. Also despite half of the table being served drinks, 3 of us had to ask for a beverage ourselves, but that’s just me being nitpicky. For appetizers, I shared a salad with my friend, though personally not my favorite, she and everyone else enjoyed it. Entrees, I got the salmon with cauliflower, and though I enjoyed it, it felt a bit overpriced for what I got, I was still pretty hungry afterwards (but that could totally just be a me thing).The salmon itself was small but it was crispy and well season, and whatever cauliflower thing surrounding it was was extremely buttery and delicious. My friend got the paella and personally I believe that was the weakest entree. I’ve had more authentic and flavourful paella for half the price for more people and it just personally wasn’t my favorite. My favorite dish, that I wish I got, was the scallops. I thought I didn’t like scallops because whenever I get them, they’re usually rubbery and gritty and overly salty. These on the other hand were the best scallops I’ve ever had, smooth and not chewy, flavorful but not tasting like sand. It was delicious. The risotto was also creamy and delightful. As for desserts, was midly disappointed. I got the strawberry dessert and it kinda tasted like something I could get at IHOP. Someone else got a cheesecake and I personally disliked it heavily. It was for too savory and taste way too much like jsut a slice of cheese. My friend got the apple tart and it was probably the best out of the three. Sweet and delightful. Overall I just think this place is a bit too pricy for me considering its options, but the rissota was incredible that I’d love to go again to get it myself. The atmosphere was nice and I was told the wine and cocktails were delicious (I don’t drink)

One of Houston's finest! Consistently excellent food and service. Never disappoints.

Great dining experience, food, service all great! Staff was great. We’ve eaten there from time to time since they’ve opened and will go back again!

After MAD, this is one of the best Spanish cuisine restaurants in Houston. Freshness and quality of food and ingredients are top. Service and atmosphere are great.

We went tonight to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday and it was amazing, it was our first time in that kind of restaurant and we loved it! The duck confit it’s a must to try, the paella wonderful the best I’ve try, the rabbit was incredible and as dessert the apple tart was out of this world. Definitely I will come back to try the lamb