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  TOUTING
TAPAS
Bars and taverns in
Spain have long served little plates of food called tapas as
a pre-meal way to snack and socialize. Here in the U.S., the
tapas way of life has hit widespread trend status and is no
longer limited to Spanish-style tastes. Newer “tapas style”
restaurants offer a variety of ethnic cuisine in smaller
portions designed for sharing.
- Dali Restaurant &
Tapas Bar
415 Washington St., Somerville, 617-661-3254. It may
be off the beaten path, but Dali is probably the area’s
most popular tapas spot. Fans show up in droves to dine
on tasty, Spanish-style dishes and killer sangria in a
festive and romantic setting.
- Tapeo Restaurant &
Tapas Bar
266 Newbury St., 617-267-4799. This sister to Dali may
not share its eclectic ambiance, but its location,
outdoor seating options and similar menu make it a top
choice for diners.
- Sophia’s
1270 Boylston St. 617-351-7001. What could be finer
than following tapas and drinks with salsa dancing in
this nightclub cum tapas bar? Not much, which is why
Sophia’s may have your whole night planned.
- Taberna de Haro
999 Beacon St., Brookline, 617-277-8272. Taberna is
small, but packs a punch of Spanish authenticity into
its menu and wine list thanks to its
owners—native Spaniard Julio de Haro and his wife, chef
Deborah Hansen de Haro (who first test-drove her skills
in Spain).
- Cuchi Cuchi
795 Main St., Cambridge, 617-864-2929. Bring your best
Charo impersonation in for a combination of freshly made
cocktails (we’re talking whole chunks of fruit muddled
right in your glass) and a truly international array of
tastes served up tapas-style.
—Christine Celli
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