Buena Vida Tapas Bar

4.6

682 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

"Buena Vida Tapas & Sol is a restaurant on Atlanta's Beltline in Old Fourth Ward inspired by Southern Spain run by General Manager Lorenzo Masini and owned by local restaurateurs Adam Berlin & Juan S. Calle. Fun and approachable Spanish tapas by Executive Chef Jaime Guzman are served in an airy, beautiful space with a large indoor bar and Beltline-facing patio. This Atlanta concept is located in the corner of the North & Line apartments, just down the Beltline ramp from New Realm Brewing (or driving accessed down N Angier Ave NE from North Avenue, behind Ponce City Market). @buenavidatapas on IG to stay up to date."
We offer 2-hour parking validation at North & Line apartments. Please call 404.948.2312 for directions or if you'd like to book a party over 10 please email events@buenavidatapas.com

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.

Location
385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Enjoy our 1/2 off bottles of wine special every Wednesday, available for our full wine list! We feature a wide selection of new and old world wines, including certified organic, certified vegan wines and a large selection of our favorite Spanish wines.

Popular dishes

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00
Spinach, goat cheese, figs, pickled watermelon, sesame brittle, berry compote, sherry vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas
Chunky, twice-fried potatoes, bravas sauce, garlic aioli
Confit Mushroom Croquetas$15.00
Button, Shiitake, and cremini mushrooms, panko, agave
Manchego Meatballs$13.00
Beef meatballs with Spanish sauce, red wine reduction, and truffle cheese, grilled bread
Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00
Brussel sprouts, truffle agave, vegan aioli
Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00
Goat cheese, panko, honey dill, corn sauce butter
Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00
Cauliflower, panko creamy salsa verde
CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00
Hawaiian rolls, manchego cheese, pickled vegetables, garlic aioli
Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00
Aged manchego cheese, garlic aioli, truffle, white bread, add Jamón Serrano (Pork)
Empanadas$13.00
Rotating seasonal filling, served with house made bravas sauce
CHB Short Rib$16.00
Short rib, carrots, truffle oil, cipollini onions, demi-glace, panko gremolata
Wagyu Chichurri Steak$23.00
Wagyu steak, grilled & sliced, chimichurri, panko
Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00
Extra virgin olive oil, wild caught shrimp, garlic, chili flakes, parsley, grilled bread
Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00
Fried crispy chicken, smoky pimenton aioli, brown sugar hot honey
Valencian Mussels$15.00
White wine, shallots, sofrito, grilled bread
Galician Scallops$17.00
Scallops, extra virgin olive oil, hot paprika, ciabatta bread, garlic, parsley
Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00
French fries, truffle oil, garlic aioli, Jamón Ibérico (Pork), sunny side up egg
Caprese Salad$8.00
Fresh mozzarella cheese, roma tomatoes, basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00
16oz grilled ribeye, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, chimichurri
Seafood Saffron Skillet$35.00
Sliced potatoes, sofrito, paella broth, heavy cream, Spanish cheese blend, cherry tomatoes, scallops, shrimps
Seafood Paella Risotto$36.00
Scallops, shrimps, sofrito, butter, paella broth, cheese
Vegetable Paella$30.00
Spanish Bomba rice, roasted vegetables, sofrito, vegan aioli, lemon
Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00
Spanish Bomba rice, chicken, chorizo cantimpalo (Pork), roasted vegetables, garlic aioli, lemon
Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00
Spanish Bomba rice, shrimp, mussels, calamari, roasted vegetables, sofrito, garlic aioli, lemon

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00
Colombian dark chocolate brownie, toasted hazelnuts, butter, cacao powder, vanilla ice cream
Churros$9.00
Crispy cinnamon sugar-dusted dough, chocolate dipping sauce
Tres Leche Cake$9.00
Three milk Cake, whipped cream, cinnamon

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

Flavors: Peach, Mango, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Coconut, Lychee +2

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00
Herradura Tequila, Gran Gala, agave, lime
SPICY MARGARITA$14.00
Chipotle & jalapeño, Tanteo Tequila, spicy simple, lime, cayenne chili salt
PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00
El Jimador tequila, passion fruit, mint, lime, agave
BUENA VIDA MARGARITA$10.00
Tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec, simple
FANTASY MOJITO$14.00
Bacardi Rum, Aperol, pineapple mint, lime, soda
BUENA VIDA MOJITO$10.00
Bacardi Rum, lime, simple, soda

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50
Bourbon, Amaretto, Aperol pineapple, lemon
MEZCOLADA$16.00
La Luna Mezcal, orgeat, coconut cream, pineapple
SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50
Grey Goose, watermelon basil infused Vodka, Felerunum, lemon, tiki bitters, watermelon RedBull
LYCHEE 75$14.00
McQueen Gin, lemon, lychee liqueur, champagne
SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00
Brandy, orange juice, orange liqueur
PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00
229 Vodka or Old Forester Bourbon, Giffard Passionfruit, lemon, simple

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00
Lager, Barcelona, Spain
SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00
Pilsner, Leuven, Belgium
TROPICAL DREAM$7.00
Fruited Wheat Ale, Atl, GA
SWEETWATER 420$7.00
Pale Ale, Atlanta, GA
GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00
Stout, Dublin, Ireland
TERRAPIN LOS BRAVOS$8.00
Mexican Lager, Athens, GA
CREATURE COMFORTS | Tropicalia, Ipa, Athens, GA$8.00
ATLANTA HARD | Crisp Apple, Atl, GA$9.00
HEINEKEN 0$7.00
Non alcoholic lager, Netherlands

RED WINE

LUDOVICUS$12.00
Garnacha, 2019, Terra Alta, Spain
TORREMORON$13.00
Tempranillo, 2021, Ribera Del Duero, Spain
NIPOZZANO$14.00
Chianti, 2019, Tuscany, Italy
WAPISA$15.00
Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Patagonia, Argentina
LA CARTUJA$16.00
Garnacha, 2019, Priorat, Spain
OUINTA SARDONIA$17.00
Red Blend, 2019, Castilla y León, Spain
SIDURI$17.00
Pinot Noir, 2021, Santa Brbara, California

WHITE WINE

LOUREIRO$11.00
Vinho Verde, 202, Vinho Verde, Portugal
YLLERA$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc, 2022, Castilla y. Leon, Rueda, Spain
TORMARESCA$12.00
Rose, 2022, Puglia, Italy
CRU WINERY SLH$13.00
Chardonnay, 2021, Santa Lucia Highlands, CA
TERRAS GAUDA$13.00
Albarino, 2022, Galicia, Spain
CASTELLE FRAGMENT$16.00
Blanc de Blanc, 2022, Penedes, Spain
GAINZA$17.00
Txakolina, 2022, Getariako Txakolina, Spain

SPARKLING WINE

NAVERAN$10.00
Cava Brut, 2022, Catalunya, Spain
POGGIO COSTA$12.00
Prosecco, 2022, Veneto, Italy
TAPIZ MALBEC ROSE$13.00
Extra Brut, Uco Valley, Mendoza 13/48

PREMIUM TEQUILA SPECIALS

HERRADURA ULTRA$22.00
HERRADURA LEGEND$25.00
CASA DRAGONES BLANCO$25.00
CASA DRAGONESA ANEJO$28.00
CLASE AZUL REPOSADO$28.00

What 682 people are saying

Buena Vida Tapas Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlanta
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with a delightful variety of tapas and refreshing cocktails. The atmosphere is praised for its "great vibes" and "fun" setting, perfect for gatherings. Service is frequently highlighted as "excellent," with standout servers like Preston and Ally making visits memorable. Vegan and vegetarian options, such as the "best Brussels sprouts ever," add to its appeal. While some guests note noise and occasional slow service, many appreciate the lively ambiance and "delicious" food. Conveniently located near Ponce City Market, it's a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike.

682 Reviews

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Xindy VIP
Atlanta18 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time having brunch at Buena Vida. We’ve visited before for dinner but we wanted to try their brunch menu. Overall the food was good, service was a little slow but we could that the noon crowd was picking up
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta1 review
3.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Paella was over cooked and dry Hostess and waitress were friendly, the guy who served the paella was not. Questioned our choice of drink (not wine???) . The tapas were good.
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience at Buena Vida. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tapas and found our hostess and waitress friendly. However, we sincerely apologize that the paella was overcooked and dry and for the server's comment about your drink choice. We want all our guests to feel comfortable and welcome to order whatever they like without feeling judged or pressured. We'll address this with our team to ensure all guests receive gracious and attentive service. We value your feedback and are committed to continuously improving. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to demonstrate our dedication to providing a positive dining experience. - Lorenzo, General Manager
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mark
Atlanta15 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Tonight was an off night for food. Although it was still good none of it was really hot. The brussels sprouts were barely warm.
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Mike VIP
Atlanta31 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything we had was delicious and service by Arden was awesome!
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Jasmine
Atlanta11 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food. Can’t wait to bring more of my family and friends
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Dedric
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great setting and super good food too!! Looking forward to my next dishes!
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Aaron
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were seated shortly after arrival with a reservation. The staff was professional from arrival to departure. The ambiance was great and there was a DJ; music was not loud so you could still enjoy a conversation with your party. Our waiter, Yuyu, was friendly and professional. I enjoyed the Mussels, Wagyu and Meatballs. The Mezcolada was good, however, the Buena Vida Mojito was okay. I enjoyed my food and experience there and would recommend.
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Casey
Atlanta1 review
1.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Waitress never filled out bottomless mimosas. Then she messed up the bill and wouldn’t help me when I asked why it was so much. She told me one of the guests didn’t pay, and confused, I paid. I then find out that my friend did get charged so we paid extra— don’t even know how that happens. I will say the other waiters seemed to be attentive to their tables. Other than that the outside patio was nice and food was decent (got pimento bfast sandwich and there was no pimento)
Buena Vida Tapas BarResponded on February 19, 2025
Hi Casey, we appreciate your honesty and apologize for your issues with the service and bill. We're disappointed to hear that your bottomless mimosas were not refilled promptly and that there was confusion regarding your bill. We understand how frustrating this can be. We also want to clarify the "pimento" in the breakfast sandwich. It seems there might be a misunderstanding. Our sandwich features pimentón, a Spanish smoked paprika, which adds a unique flavor to the dish. It seems you might have been thinking of pimento cheese. We value your feedback and are committed to continuously improving. We hope you'll give us another opportunity to demonstrate our dedication to providing a positive dining experience. - Lorenzo, General Manager
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AVIS
Atlanta5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time at a Tapas Bar. It was GREAT! The food was really good. I really enjoys the experience. I plan to come back real soon. I travelled all the way from the East side and it was well worth the trip!!!
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Tracey VIP
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this spot. Food and service are amazing. When it's full inside, it's super loud and I'm reading lips but I generally sit on the patio as a result. Never had a bad visit!
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FAQs

Buena Vida Tapas Bar offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Buena Vida Tapas Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 948-2312.

Buena Vida Tapas Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 682 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

385 N Angier Ave NE Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Off North Ave across from Ponce City Market in The North & Line buildin
Neighborhood
Old Fourth Ward
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue 11:30 am–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jaime Guzman
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.buenavidatapas.com/
Phone number
(404) 948-2312
Catering
Bring the vibrant flavors of Spain to your next event with Buena Vida Tapas Bar’s lunch and dinner catering services. <br /><br />Whether you're organizing a corporate lunch, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our expert team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable catering experience.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs Park View Room overlooks Historic Fourth Ward Park is available for private events. It accommodates up to 25 people. We also have other options for the partial or full building buy-outs, including our patio, lounge area, and more.

Buena Vida Tapas Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Half off Bottles of Wine on Wednesday!

Vegetable Paella

Churros

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad

Charcuterie

Chef's Selection - Chefs Rotating Choice of Two Meats and Two Cheeses$26.00

Jamón Serrano$7.00

Chorizo$7.00

Coppa$7.00

Fu-et$7.00

Jamón Ibérico$14.00

Manchego$6.50

Idiazabal$6.50

Hidalgo$6.50

Mahón$6.50

Tapas

Goat Cheese & Fig Salad$16.00

Patatas Bravas

Confit Mushroom Croquetas$15.00

Manchego Meatballs$13.00

Truffle-Agave Brussels$15.00

Goat Cheese Fritters$16.00

Panko Fried Cauliflower$12.00

CHB Manchego Mini-Burgers$10.00

Spanish Grilled Cheese$8.00

Empanadas$13.00

CHB Short Rib$16.00

Wagyu Chichurri Steak$23.00

Gambas Al Ajillo$17.00

Crispy Pimenton Chicken$15.00

Valencian Mussels$15.00

Galician Scallops$17.00

Iberian Truffle Fries$18.00

Caprese Salad$8.00

Large Plates

CHB Hand Cut Ribeye$42.00

Seafood Saffron Skillet$35.00

Seafood Paella Risotto$36.00

Vegetable Paella$30.00

Chicken & Chorizo Paella$34.00

Seafood Paella (GF)$38.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Brownie$9.00

Churros$9.00

Tres Leche Cake$9.00

MARGARITAS & MOJITOS

PREMIUM MARGARITA$14.00

SPICY MARGARITA$14.00

PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA$14.00

BUENA VIDA MARGARITA$10.00

FANTASY MOJITO$14.00

BUENA VIDA MOJITO$10.00

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS

SOUTHERN CITRUS CRUISE$15.50

MEZCOLADA$16.00

SUMMER SPARKLING TIKI PUNCH$15.50

LYCHEE 75$14.00

SANGRIA RED OR SEASONAL$9.00

PASSIONATE AFFAIR$15.00

DRAFT BEER

ESTRELLA DAMM$7.00

SCOFFLAW | Pog Basement IPA$9.00

BOTTLED & CANNED BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$7.00

TROPICAL DREAM$7.00

SWEETWATER 420$7.00

GUINNESS DRAUGHT$8.00

TERRAPIN LOS BRAVOS$8.00

CREATURE COMFORTS | Tropicalia, Ipa, Athens, GA$8.00

ATLANTA HARD | Crisp Apple, Atl, GA$9.00

HEINEKEN 0$7.00

RED WINE

LUDOVICUS$12.00

TORREMORON$13.00