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  • 5/5 Daniel A. 10 months ago on Google • 107 reviews
    Great discovery. The food was just amazing. We had the Magret de Pato and the Presa de cerdo ibérico ahumada and the Goxua for dessert. The specialty cocktails were also great, the diablo and another one with gin and blackberry but I don't remember the name. We were served by Christian and he was just so nice and gave us great recommendations. We'll be back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Carolyn De M. 8 months ago on Google • 962 reviews
    My mocktail was one of the best I've ever had, so they have a truly talented bartender. I found the food very hit or miss, in that it was either amazing or just okay, but nothing was bad at all. Service was excellent. Suckling pig was expensive but very very tasty and well prepared.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James J (Just J. 2 months ago on Google • 616 reviews New
    Another wonderful experience at SER. The dishes were delicious and plentiful. The fresh ingredients and seasoning resulted in rich and flavorful foods. As usual, the service was exceptional. Anna was friendly, patient, and highly attentive to our progress and needs during the meal. She's a true professional and should be commended by management. There's an variety of wines to select from for any occasion and pairing. I highly recommend SER for any (but fast food) dining experiences.

  • 5/5 Natalie N. 1 year ago on Google • 220 reviews
    What a fantastic experience! We tried so many dishes and every one of them was amazing. Our favorites were probably the langosteen's and the raw tuna dish, but I also loved that they had whole grilled sardines which are so hard to find around here. The fried shark bites were okay, I'm glad we tried them but I probably wouldn't get them again. The salted cod fritters were a wonderful surprise, and not salty at all. They were perfectly seasoned and fried, with a light citrus background to compliment the fritter. The salads were perfectly dressed, not too rich and just enough to accompany the tapas. I highly recommend trying the olive bread with olive oil and a couple drops of fresh lemon juice to accompany your meal. So glad to have experienced dinner at SER!

  • 5/5 Wei H. 9 months ago on Google • 97 reviews
    "An absolute delight, thanks to my friends! Their favorite Spanish spot did not disappoint. The standout dish for me? The seafood paella- it's bursting with clams, shrimp, octopus - you name it. Every dish is a must-try. But beware of the bread, it's dangerously tasty for a pre-meal treat 😉. Their sangria is next level - fruit integrated into ice cubes that melt as you sip. The vibe's perfect for group hangouts or cozy dates. Can't wait to try their outdoor seating next time I'm in town.

  • 4/5 William S. 7 months ago on Google • 86 reviews
    We did the restaurant week lunch prix fixe. The salad was good but not exceptional, the duck confit was great, the swordfish was average and the hangar steak was nicely cooked. The deserts were uneven. The chocolate flan was good but predictable, but the "French toast" I ordered was soggy, cold and burned at the same time. The selection of teas looked nice but the sugar lumps were awkward to use. Water came in those flip-top glass bottles, but at least it was filtered. The really good stuff was not part of the prix fixe. The house made sodas were excellent, but $6 a pop and the cheese plate was fun to share but $35 for 6 cheeses with accompaniments. The cheeses were described as Spanish in origin and were of good quality, but I have purchased similar products at high end grocery stores for much less money. I think I would have felt happier about the price if the restaurant cut the quantity of cheese in half and added a few pieces of the Jamon Spain is so famous for. The restaurant did kind of randomly give us a ham, egg and cheese sandwich, so that was nice. The complimentary bread and olive oil was also fantastic. Service was friendly and our waiter was pleasant and approachable. I did not feel neglected or snubbed as a non wealthy person enjoying a rare treat with his family. I would definitely come back. It would be a good place for a formal dinner in the evenings, but they also seem like a nice place to grab a quick lunch during the work day. This place has the basics down and they seem to have built a good foundation on top of them.

  • 1/5 Carlotta K. 2 months ago on Google • 56 reviews New
    I and several coworkers went to this place because it's literally downstairs from where we work. The food is a bit overpriced and not that good, service was nil, but it's a nice location, and when you're having drinks, good conversation, and laughter 😃 among friends, you overlook certain things, but not after tonight. They had a sign up saying closed for a private event,however, the bar was open to other patrons (because they don't want to miss that money). The space was cramped, but quite a few people were in the bar area, eating mostly appetizers, drinking, and conversing. Of course, it was loud...it's a bar. There were five (5) of us at a cramped table on the right side of the bar up against the window. There were three (3) to four (4) older gentlemen directly behind us at the bar, and one (1) of the gentlemen was Soooo Loud talking; you know that type it's a power thing. But, no worries, we're at a bar. Then, the event starts on the other side of the restaurant, and they're talking on the microphone. So, a guy in a suit jacket comes over to us (he works there) and leans in to ask up to keep it down for the private event. Totally bypassing the gentlemen at the bar who were overtly loud that we couldn't hear ourselves. So, I asked him was he going to take some money off our bill as a joke; I guess he didn't like that... we're paying customers. We continue to finish eating and finishing up our drinks. I saw him talking to the bartender, and the next thing we know the bartender comes and brings us the bill telling us someone is waiting for the table. The bill for 4 drinks, a dozen raw oysters, and a shrimp appetizer was $89 dollars. But, when we saw there was NO ONE waiting for the table, we were like they want us to leave. Our culturally diverse table wasn't the issue, it was the culturally European persons but none of the culturally European persons, especially the loud ones, were asked to leave. It annoys me to even say that, but it was painfully obvious to everyone in our group. Thank you, SER, for showing us the real SER. As I stated, we'd come here out of convenience, given we work in such close proximity of the building, but we'll never patronize this establishment again. If you're closing for a private event; just close! The whole place was loud, especially the gentlemen at the bar, so why not ask them to tone it down. We know you could tell the difference 😏.

  • 5/5 Monica P. 5 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Love this restaurant top tier service, food is always good, drink menu is amazing! Tapas on point and the vibe is just 10/10. Is always on top on my list pf restaurants in Arlington 🙌🏻

  • 4/5 Earth2 L. 4 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Had clams and shrimp as an appetizer, nothing to special about. Also had a mushroom dish with egg that was flavorful and potatoes. I must say I haven’t had such a great tasting Paella since I went to Spain!! It was so good. The ginger soda is fresh and the ginger in it wasn’t overwhelming for my taste bud. So I would also recommend trying the soda.

  • 5/5 Kleiry A. 10 months ago on Google
    I come here once a month, we always get served by Bryan. He knows what we like to eat and drink. Today he suggested us to try two new dishes, we had to repeat the dishes. I highly suggest this place. -Thanks to Bryan for brighting my Dinners at Ser!

  • 5/5 Ashleigh C. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    My friends and I had an absolutely amazing NYE celebration dinner at SER! The staff was incredibly friendly and greeted us for our reservation and sat us immediately. We all loved the lively atmosphere getting ready to ring in 2024. But where we were truly blown away is both in service and food! Our waiter, Moises, went ABOVE and beyond for us. He was able to work with the bartender to slightly customize one of their cocktails for one of us and it was spectacular. He also gave us great advice in selecting a wine in our budget that paired perfectly with everything we ordered. My boyfriend was obsessed with the smoke in his old fashioned and Moises packed up a small sample of the wood chips they use in that smoker for us to try at home. We didn’t even ask for it, he just went and brought it to our table. I’ve never felt more welcomed and truly taken care of by wait staff like that! Moises is clearly someone who loves his job and the smallest gesture shows that. Now to the food. It was all OUTSTANDING. We all shared a few tapas (super fresh and tender octopus, Catalonian tomato bread, and croquettes) and then split the paella and the rabbit. Truly, this was some of the best Spanish food I’ve ever had outside of Europe. We finished with the Manchengo Cheesecake which is a must try (even if you’re not a big sweets fan, it was so good). We can’t wait to come back for more! Thank you to Moises and the whole team at SER for making it a perfect celebration!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Paid multi-storey car park
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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