“ So good! Great service! Definitely recommend. Tapas are amazing and sangria is great. ”

“ Loooove this place! The cozy, European ambiance makes you feel right at home, and the food? Absolutely delicious! The Paella Marinara is heaven--so flavorful and perfectly cooked. If you haven't been here yet, you're seriously missing out. Highly recommend! ”

“ How did I nearly forget to write a review for LA Paella? We celebrated 2024 Christmas Eve at LA Paella because we didn't want to stay in to cook a family dinner and needed a break from eating Asian cuisine. My brother-in-law had made the dinner reservations well before the upcoming Holiday, and we expected to find a bustling yet welcoming Central L.A. Spanish restaurant. My brother-in-law and friends have dined here previously and frequently raved about the authentic homemade-style Spanish cuisine. Based on our welcoming and friendly reception upon entry, we looked forward to dining at this comfortable and homey restaurant. We arrived on time for our reservation and were seated in a corner facing the main dining room. Our male server was kind, amicable, and efficient. Unfortunately, I didn't get the server's name because of his hustle through the crowd he was responsible for. The noise level was lively and festive. FOOD: We started by sharing a carafe of red Sangria, assorted hot and cold tapas, and a mixed green salad before jumping into our paella. The tapas that we ordered were Croquetas de Pollo (fried chicken croquettes), Gambas al Ajillo (shrimp sautéed with garlic and chilis), Calamares a la Plancha (grilled squid with garlic & parsley), Aceitunas Variadas (mixed green & black olives), Ensaladilla Rusa (tuna, potato & mayonnaise salad) and Pan Alioli/Tapenade (housemade bread served with aïoli & tapenade). Our foursome shared the huge Ensalada Orgánica Variada (mixed organic salad with tarragon dressing). Because it was our first time to dine here, my brother-in-law cautioned us to order the paella for two and maybe one entree to share. It was a good thing for his cautionary words because by the time our Paella Valenciana Mixta (rice, saffron, pork, seafood, chicken, and vegetables) and Parrillada de Carne (mixed grilled meats: pork, chorizo, chicken, and lamb) about 45-minutes later, we were stuffed from the tapas so we took home some of our mixed grill and paella. I didn't dare look at the dessert menu because I was so full from eating and drinking, but our dinnermates did confirm that LA Paella makes a fantastic flan. Although the paella and mixed grill were authentic and luscious, should we return, we'd make a meal of tapas, sangria, and dessert. 4.4 stars ”

“ My husband regularly attends a conference for work in LA each year. He has always come home raving about this paella place he has visited. I attended the conference with him in late 2024, so I was also able to visit LA Paella with him. The restaurant is in a simple block building in an area a bit off the beaten path. When you step inside, you feel like you are in a Spanish home. If you eat here, the question is not whether to have paella but which variation to try. We ordered an all-seafood version with some bread and a pitcher of sangria. The paella was finished by our server at our table and spooned onto our plates -- and we ate every bite. The servers were attentive and kind during the meal, without being overbearing, and we left full in the best way. It's no wonder this is one of LA's most-highly regarded authentic Spanish restaurants. I hope to have an occasion to eat here again! ”

“ Excellent service and delicious authentic Spanish food! If you are wanting to have an excellent Spanish food experience in Los Angeles visit La Parlla ”

“ I had a great dining experience here. Make sure to make a reservation! I loved all the tapas we ordered and the paella of course. The service here is also really good! The ambience felt very authentic, like I traveled to Spain. Will be back for more! ”

“ We made reservations for Saturday night, and since we were a group of 14 people, we got seated at a big table upstairs. We tried so many different dishes: champinones con chorizo, croquetas de pollo, gambas al ajillo, calamares romano, serrano, pescado a la sal, paella marinera, paella de montana con chorizo, all so very fresh and flavorful! Oh, and the best sangria I've ever had! The restaurant was packed, everyone was so cheerful and the vibe was very European. Highly recommend, this is hands down very authentic Spanish! The owner spent 22 years in the restaurant business in Spain, and we are so fortunate to now enjoy the best paella right here in Los Angeles! ”

“ My BFFS and I have been holding girls' night here for 10+ years! We come here at least 4 times a year. It's like having a cozy dinner in a cutesy home somewhere in Spain countryside. Best authentic tapas and sangria in LA, in our opinions. Friendly family-ish service. We love the ambience and the food. Metered parking on the street. (Owner is from Valencia, Spain. iykyk) ”

“ My brother-in-law and his girlfriend have often raved about how delicious this place is, calling it their top favorite and visit frequently. We finally got to try La Paella tonight, and it was truly AMAZING. The tapas were outstanding. We ordered three of each: caracoles al ajillo, calamares a la plancha, croquetas de pollo, and pulpo a la gallega, along with the paella marinera for six. The paella does take about 30 minutes to prepare, but it was well worth the wait. The server came out to present our paella and served our plates beautifully from the pan. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. The service was excellent, with our drinks and new plates frequently refreshed without us needing to ask. I'm already looking forward to returning to try more items from their menu! ”