Change Location

Nearby Cities

Popular Cities

Browse by state »

Open List Home >> Studio City, CA >> Restaurants & Food >> Restaurants >> Ole Tapas Bar

Sponsored Listings

Candlelight & The Vineyards

Click here for more info

    Proudly Serving Ventura County!

Great Steak and Surf City Squeeze

www.GreatSteakandSurfCitySqueeze.com

    America's Premier Cheesesteak

El Comedor Restaurant

www.ElComedorRestaurant.com

    For an Authentic Latin Dining Experience, Come to El Comedor!

Ole Tapas Bar

Based on 146 votes
I like it
I don't
Local(818) 986-3190

13251 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

Menu

Website

Write a Review


Email to Friend

*Required

Write a Review

Your Name *
Your Email *
Review Title *
Your Review *
Make review anonymous
Receive updates from Openlist

I agree to the Review Guidelines *
Verification Code *    
*Required

Send Business Listing to Friend(s)

To
Email*
Email 
Email 
From
Your Name*
Your Email*
Message
Listing
Ole Tapas Bar
Local(818) 986-3190

13251 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604

http://www.tournesolbistro.com

Comments (optional)

Open View™

Business Summary  what's this?

For four star French, try Tournesol in Studio City. Here's a place to get good food. This place features live music. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features private rooms, brunch, and valet parking.

User Reviews of Ole Tapas Bar

Yelp.com Review - by Kristy P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Delicious tapas, great service, and a fun variety of drinks. I love the decor and ambiance. Great place for a date. The best part was that the staff let my group of friends camp out at our table and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jaymi Z.

3.0 of 5 stars. We come here every so often because it's nearby, has a cool ambiance and sometimes tapas is just what the dr. ordered. The food is good, if a bit heavy... but my boyfriend who loves all things cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dani B.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place was doomed before I walked in the door because when I heard "Spanish tapas bar" I thought, "Oh! Tapas!" They're not tapas. At least, they're nothing like the tapas I've had in Spain, even...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jerry F.

3.0 of 5 stars. Here is what I think about Ole Tapas Bar:1. I think yelp users are to harsh when it comes to reviewing restaurants.2. They have very reasonable prices, and the food is pretty good.me and my wife used...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by stephanie a.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have now been to Ole twice and can honestly say, that both times I let satisfied. The place is kinda dark, and no were near as fantastic as some places I have been to in SF but this was good for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by sindie r.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been on a semi-mission to search for delicious tapas after a beloved place in San Francisco, but nothing has been able to compare. Ole was somewhat able to 'satisfy' my search temporarily.We came...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Camille M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Ole twice. The first time we went was for our friends going away party when he moved to Japan. I chose this place based on Yelp reviews, and it's ability to accommodate groups, and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ken N.

5.0 of 5 stars. I loved this place. It's the most authentic restaurant I've experienced on this side of the Atlantic. The tapas are incredible, blending both the original and traditional tastes. The patatas...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lisa L.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those places that have certain items (okay, one item) on the menu that I absolutely love. There are a few items that I like a lot so, therefore, one loved item and a few liked items...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Tam T.

3.0 of 5 stars. the pitchers sangria are not bad just a bit pricey and watered down. great atmosphere. in the end it is one of the only places in the valley that serves traditional tapas. lots of people come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lissa G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Came here after experiencing "Vino;" didnt hate it, but wouldnt rush back. No happy hour special, but decently priced menu items. The place was dead too, so you could tell there were no early deals....
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jim G.

3.0 of 5 stars. If I could some how give 3.5 I would. I've been here once before some time ago, it exceeded my expectations so either it wasn't great last time or maybe it has improved. They never seem to have the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Debbie W.

4.0 of 5 stars. We LOVED this place. My husband and I had our "date night" there last night. The service was great! The food was delicious!!! We chose 5 tapas plates between the two of us and we were stuffed!!...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mateo E.

4.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere was great. Great outdoor seating along Ventura. and I dug the rich decor and lighting inside. The service was very good as well. They were nice, knowledgeable, not fake, never nosy, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sunny M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Oleeeee but not so much of Ole!One thing disappoint me here is that they have Flamenco night on Tuesdays and NOT ON WEEKENDS, Why? Por que?The design is really nice, red, Spanish based, with booths,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lala S.

1.0 of 5 stars. Yuck! I think because of the atmosphere, I started out really enjoying the meal. I ordered the tuna tartar to start and I have to say it was bland. There was no hint of spice or citrus, just the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lori K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like the decor, the music is not too loud, nice patio as long as your server remembers you're there and we bring our kids who are girls ages 11 and 14. they really like sitting with all the pillows...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Allison P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Sangria and patio = good. Service = bad. I went here on a first date, we both had the Sangria. They offer both red and white, we had the Red. It was AMAZING. I never considered myself a fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Shirl B.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is a pleasant easy going alternative to Casa Vega. My friend and I could have a conversation without screaming at each other. Their drinks are good. Our bartender was very friendly too....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kelly W.

3.0 of 5 stars. after a long week, my buddy and i decided to grab a drink and some tapas at ole's. the ambiance was very nice and mellow; a perfect place to catch up with friends. the service was good and our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kasey E.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went to Ole last night with a friend. The restaurant was busy but we were still able to find a table in the back of the bar. It was actually a very nice little corner perfect for conversation and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by anais g.

1.0 of 5 stars. Wow. What a horrible dining experience. If you're just meeting some friends for drinks, then by all means...but please don't eat the food. We ordered a "Spanish" salad and it was the most disgusting...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Cindi M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ole! I just threw my husband a surprise party here and it was fabulous. I had 25 of my "city friends" lined up for the party and I knew I needed a place in the Valley that wouldn't let me down. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
Full Review »

Fabulous place!!!! Just had my engagement party here

I have been to this restaurant a hand full of times and I really like to food and the staff has always been super friendly. I just got engaged and wanted to have an engagement party somewhere near where I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Alice P.

4.0 of 5 stars. So.. we ended coming to this place because the original restaurant we planned to go to was too over packed. We looked inside and it looked kind of empty for a Saturday night. It was really dark and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
Full Review »

Nice ambience...

this place is a nice local place. no long waiting line. we just went in a sat right down. i liked that they had a full bar so i can get my drink on. the food was surprisingly good. we have to go back and try...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2009
Full Review »

great local find!

i heard about this place from a friend. i thought i try this place out and i absolutely loved it. i enjoyed all the tapas i ordered. my fav was the tuna and avocado salad. the environment was friendly and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by natalie l.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was there a couple weeks ago,, and it was the best spanish food I've had around LA!! I love the happy hour from 6-8 bcuz i can still order my favorites on the menu... llike sangria! mmmm. A few of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
Full Review »

Fun by Tamar S. at InsiderPages

This is a fun place to go to at night. It is mostly a drinks and appetizers place. They have interesting drinks, good food, and good service. Its the perfect place to go out with friends.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lei Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. My girlfriends took me here for my birthday and I Loved it here.I like the dark brown interior and the red candles, very romantic. And the music, Spanish guitar. Love it!!Tapas were great! Mostly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Alondra R.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like Ole, its dark inside, nice simple decor, and they have a good Spanish Spritzer. Their tapas are good too. Mondays are 1/2 off drinks at the bar, I liked it when I went on a Monday.
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by B D.

2.0 of 5 stars. Came here on a double date thinking that this place would be pretty happening on a weekend. Well -- it wasn't. The place was pretty much empty save a few people out in the outdoor seating area and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Rodolfo S V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've only been to OlA� Tapas Bar once, and it was a great experience. I went with cousins and some of their friends on a Tuesday night, which is great because they have Live Flamenco on Tuesday nights!...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
Full Review »

WOW

i took my friend for her special 30th birthday. wow. i was impressed. i wasn't expecting much and we had food, great wine, great sangria, and great service. i really liked it a lot. the waitress had brought...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by A M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place and I've been there probably about 20-30 times in the past couple of years; I go there with the boyfriend when we have a nice night out or reason to celebrate low key and I go there...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
Full Review »

Wow

I'm no 'foodie' or wine snob, but I know what's good, and this place was good enough to get me to write my first review. We sat at the bar and she served us from the 'bar menu', the regular menu, had two of...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2008
Full Review »

Great bar. warm ambiance and knowledgeable staff...

So, we have driven by this place a hundred times, and finally stopped in and had a blast! I've been to most places on Ventura and have to say this was a great place for a girls' night (as we did) or to meet an...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/27/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Matthew K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Look, this is no Cobras y Matadors in food, service, or ambiance BUT it is def. decent. Despite being no Cobras you can get 3 tapas and a bottle of good wine for 61 bucks which is def not possible at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Boo M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food was good. A bit pricey. Bathroom smelled like pee. Great mojitos.
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
Full Review »

Great local place

i was very glad when my friend referred this place to me. i had the sangria for the first time and it was great! then i tried 3 different tapas. the aoili sauce is to die for. the tapas filled me up so i...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2008
Full Review »

Poor Service

The service was not attentive at all. My friend and I had to request refills of our drinks. The food overall was marginal but we sent back one dish that did not fit the description listed in the menu. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by michele b.

2.0 of 5 stars. Since this place was walking distance, I r-e-a-l-l-y wanted to like this place but... the service was so slow my escargot crawled out my plate and was halfway out the door before they ever came around...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by susan h.

3.0 of 5 stars. We sat on the patio and it was nice. I had the mojitos which were pretty good (hard to find good mojitos). The food was good but not super wow.We shared the paella and a few of their tapas plates....
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
Full Review »

Was such a bad experience - hence my first restaurant review

I eat out a lot, and this place ha prompted me to write my first review. We drove by Ole and decided to give it a shot, overpaid and left the place still hungry: 1. The food was awful - tapas size dishes...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2008
Full Review »

Not impressed

I went here with some friends and we were not impressed. The service was HORRIBLE! It took over 10 minutes for us to get water and the place was practically empty! If it's that slow, there is no excuse on bad...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2008
Full Review »

decent service, bad atmosphere and disappointing food....to many other places to try...stay away

After eating at nearly every spanish restaurant in town, this was by far the most disappointing $100 i have ever spent. So bad in fact, that it inspired me to write my first ever citysearch review. First off,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amanda M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Here are the lowlights of our first and last visit to Ole:- We made a reservation online. Got an email confirmation that we were confirmed. When we got to the restaurant, they had no record of our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by John K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food was average, service was on the slow side, although we were seated at the patio, which might have delayed things a bit. The decor is nice, not your usual restaurant atmosphere.One problem with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
Full Review »

Not good at all!

Horrible! I'm from Spain and I know good tapas. This ones were not even close. The place is lovely, you can go for a drink, but avoid the food.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2008
Full Review »

Good but expensive food, ok service

Went there last week on a Saturday with my wife. We did not make reservations and had to pay for this mistake by having to sit outside on a cold evening. What puzzled me was that the restaurant did not seem to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Erin R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Okay, so I LOVED this place the first time we came. Had I reviewed then, I would have given it 4 or 5 stars. We picked all the right plates that night (Beef Empanadas, Ensalada Ole, Garlic Shrimp and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
Full Review »

Oke

Um, aren't tapas cheap, appetizer like food to have instead of a full dinner? How do they get away charging what the do for so little. At least Sushi fill you up. And yeah, the food isn't that special,...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jeanette H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not that great, sorry. I've had dinner here and I've hung out at the bar with friends for drinks & appetizers. I wasn't blown away. It's too bad because it's close to where I live. Oh well.
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jenna R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Fun atmosphere, decent server, okay menu. For vegetarians, there weren't that many options, and the options they did have were pretty similar (lots of onions). Minotaure does a much better job of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Hannah A.

3.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere was nice - and the tapas tasted great.(There wasn't much of a vegetarian selection though, but I did get enough to eat.) We were there for happy hour on a Tuesday - not busy at all. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Christian C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been here several times; though, admittedly, not in at least four months. The food and service have always been terrific. The most memorable food and drink items are the fried goat cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amanda H.

1.0 of 5 stars. we walked in on a monday night. there was one table. one server and a bartender. no one greeted us. we picked up a menu. there was nothing vegan or even vegetarian. we walked out and went to the clay...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by j d.

2.0 of 5 stars. i was excited to see a tapas bar on this stretch of ventura and hit it up a couple of months ago for after work drinks. the atmosphere is really nice and the specialty drinks are impressive...the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Hedd A.

4.0 of 5 stars. The cheese plate is soooo good. Every bite I had of the appetizers and tapas were excellent. The white and red sangria here is better than what I have at other places in So Cal. The service is good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Cristalle T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Perfect place for a girl's night out!! Everything is red, loud and full of wine and mojitos. My girls and I usually come here so we can gossip and eat tapas. Our favorites are: Oysters, Empenadas, The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Will K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I actually really enjoyed Ole. We went on a not so crowded Sunday night for dinner.The waiter was really friendly and attentive. He didn't hesitate in recommending dishes. The interior is also very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by matteo c.

3.0 of 5 stars. great atmosphere, very nice ll the furniturethere are a lot of tables the drinks are goodi didnt eat but it seems expensive
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by James L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Pretty pricey for my taste. A pitcher of Sangria is 26 dollars. That is a hefty chunk of change if you ask me.I did not even try any of their main dishes because they were too expensive. When I see...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
Full Review »

Fantastic Atmosphere and Great Live Music!

My husband and I went to Ole last Tuesday because it was recommended by a friend and we had the best time. They had live flamenco music and dancers and the food was excellent. The sangria was fantastic and all...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/30/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Victoria C.

3.0 of 5 stars. The atmosphere is cool, but that is really the only thing that is. The food is okay, but is overpriced. The drinks are okay... but who wants an "okay drink"? Uh... it's close to Casa Vega. That's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
Full Review »

Use to Love Ole

I've been going to Ole off an on for about 1.5 yrs...and I kept going back for Happy Hour and dinners with friends because I loved it so much....until my last 2 visits. I was SOOO disappointed with Ole. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/05/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jackie G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Everything I ordered here was burned and the drinks were very weak for the price. I went there for happy hour. It's a nice decor. maybe it might be better at night.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Katrina D.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is gorgeous. And since it's one of the few places within walking distance of my apartment, I REALLY want to like it. But the food is just horrible.The first time I went here, I ordered a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Karen Y.

2.0 of 5 stars. just not impressive and the wine is not kept in a cellar/wine fridge, which will explain why the rioja was body temperature when it was served. the place is beautifully decorated, if only everything...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Zedar B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like this French take on Spanish tapas as a late lunch spot. Happy hour starts at 2PM or so. Order lunch off of the happy hour menu and you won't believe how cheap it is. Maybe I would give it a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
Full Review »

Ole? More like the food wasjust "OK."

Ole? More like "OK." The ambiance is really nice. It's a great place for a romantic evening with your significant other. However, the food left lots to be desired. I enjoyed the appetizer we had but that was...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Deborah K.

2.0 of 5 stars. Y'know I ate here a few days ago after having gotten started on a coupla' cocktails a Mexicalis down the street......and I ended up SUPER wasted on what was an ok bottle of wine (and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by cheng k.

2.0 of 5 stars. Oh come on guys it wasn't *THAT* bad.. Went here last night just for kind of a snacky light dinner and 101 octane liquid nourishment. Ordered the hot tapas sampler platter which consisted of a few...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
Full Review »

Good Tapas, good wine...but skip the fondue dessert.

The ambiance in this place is really nice, well lit and very warm feeling. It's a great place for a "girl dinner", little birthday gathering or a date spot. We really liked the goat cheese tapas, the scallops,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amir T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like it here. The food is good (I highly recommend the pan-seared tuna). However, if you want more bang for your buck, I suggest the paella; it could feed a small country.The wait is kinda long if...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2007
Full Review »

Great atmoshphere.. Perfect for a date.

Great atmoshphere.. Perfect for a date. Fun shareable food. Friendly service. Nice lounge/couch area. Try the chocolate fondue for dessert
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Abby A.

3.0 of 5 stars. I recently had dinner at Ole Tapas and was less then impressed. Our group ordered a total of 9 different tapas which was a great way to try a variety of different things on the menu.Our cold tapas...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
Full Review »

not bad at all !!

we were there last night , it was fun , and food was good , band was a little too loud . but they were great . service was little weak but we are not going out to be served . we are going out to spend some...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Marvelous M.

3.0 of 5 stars. My wife and I enjoyed our dining experience at Ole and we'll probably return sometime. The atmosphere was nice (although a little noisy) and the crowd was diverse.Our entrees were fantastic but the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by jin n.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been here a total of 3 times, including last night. 1st time- 2 star because I didn't like the food so much. Even the dessert fondue wasn't to my liking. How is it possible to make chocolate...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
Full Review »

Top-notch Tapas

There are small plates and there are tapas. If only restaurants (though restaurant goers aren't innocent, either) would refrain from using the word "tapas" to describe items like satay strips and potstickers,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2007
Full Review »

Great place...

Accommodating hostess (how often do you hear that about a So Cal restaurant??). Cheap parking. Great food. Great service. Reasonable prices. The only downers were the weak drinks and loud guests at other...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2007
Full Review »

NO!

DO NOT GO! I always try the simple dishes when trying new restaurants of country specific food. First off, we got Exxon Valdez bread. The oil was soaked through and all you tasted was cheap olive oil. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Penn T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here on a Thursday in the week between Christmas and New Years and it was totally dead. I don't know if it was because of the season or what.The decor is pretty cool. There are a bunch of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
Full Review »

Can't Go Wrong Here!

Great tapas, great ambience, great Sangria, qualified service. Have been here 4 times and sat at their bar-WONDERFUL! Never had a bad time. Can't wait for spring because the outside seating is SO NICE!. Great...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2006
Full Review »

Awesome Baked Goat Cheese!

I was surprised to see negative posts so I wanted to let you know that this is a really fun place to be. Its perfect for a date or for a group and the food is actually really good. Its hip and the service is...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2006
Full Review »

Great Ambience, so so food

I went there with a group of about 10 people and the food was okay (you aren't full at the end), the drinks are watered down, and at the end of the night they not only charged my card $24.00 like I put on it,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
Full Review »

Little plates and little tables

The food and service was great. Tapas styled eating is very interactive and fun with a big group of people. Unfortunately, this place has jammed in a bunch of tables which are located closely next to each...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
Full Review »

Good food, good ambiance

The service was very good, the food was good and it has ambiance. We ordered the hot tapas sampler (calamari, mushrooms/artichokes, potatoes, fried cheese; good), the cold tapas sampler (serrano ham, olives,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Roger G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Excellent treat for those who enjoy great tapas, relaxing eclectic Spanish scene, and great service. The scene sizzled with a 30's to late 40's crowd with a couple of younger first-date couples in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2006
Full Review »

Cool place to hang out, great food!

One of the coolest places in Los Angeles area (Studio City to be exact). I've travelled to Spain and I have had all the Tapas you can possibly eat there and in NY City and I can tell you that Ole is one of the...
menupages.com - user review - 10/20/2006
Full Review »

All Around Great Dining Experience

Went on a Tuesday night. It was lively, but not uncomfortably loud or crowded. The service was very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed calamari as an appetizer (cooked perfectly-nice and tender, with a nice...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2006
Full Review »

Horrible

My friend and I just ate there tonight and it was the worst dinner i have ever had. I never write reviews but it was so bad that i felt compelled to write a review to let others know to not eat here. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/11/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Anna L.

3.0 of 5 stars. The stars are definitely for atmosphere and the Sangria. Great paintings, awesome lighting, and a plethra of seating options. The friendly wait staff is ready to pour drinks and the Sangria is not...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
Full Review »

Disappointed!!

My girlfriend and I went to Ole for the first time, anxious to try it. The atmosphere was very nice and cool, and we sat in the patio. We ordered a variety of tapas, and it was all AWFUL! Very disappointing,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2006
Full Review »

OLeeeeeeee

So far, this is my favorite tapas place in the city! The tapenade is the best, as the friendly staff will always let you know. The Sangria is good, though nothing too special. I definitely recommend the fried...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2006
Full Review »

AFTER WORK

ole is the perfect place to go after work for a few drinks and a few tapas. The bar, the patio, or small lounge are great places to sit. Or of course you could sit inside. My friends and I go there almost...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
Full Review »

Great tastes, friendly service

We've found the best tapas in LA! The service was friendly and fast, the food excellent, and the Spanish wines were amazing. I was very impressed, and so were my guests. The Gambas con Jamon, sizzling garlic...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
Full Review »

Exceptional

My girlfriends and I went here last night for our monthly girls night out dinner. Our whole experience at ole was amazing!!! The hostess was beyond accommodating, especially considering we changed our...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
Full Review »

Madrid in Studio City

better than going to spain, real deal paella, wonderful sangria and more at this tapas venture in Studio City. for sure the best spanish in LA parking, wheelchair access, cozi atmosphere
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
Full Review »

Best for large dinner parties.

I went on a Tuesday night when they had the Flamenco dancers and had a great time. I had planned to have a quieter evening talking with a friend but found it a bit difficult over the noise. The tapas and wine...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2006
Full Review »

Pretty good tapas in the Valley

The tapas here are not too bad. The fried goat cheese with honey is a must try. The vibe is pretty chill, but hip and the drinks come nice and strong.
menupages.com - user review - 08/29/2006
Full Review »

Spaniard experience

My friends and I stumbled upon this place by accident. It seemed like a popular spot. We stepped inside to check it out. It reminded me of the month I spent in Spain last year. We ordered a variety of tapas...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2006
Full Review »

tapas and spanish wines - sort of

We decided to try Ole after a month in Spain and -- IN OUR OPINION, it wasn't at all the same. To our taste, ,the food was mediocre, the room with blaring music was noisy, the cava was second-rate, and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2006
Full Review »

great food ....great local spot ....

calamari, bruschetta and sangria are great things to start off with. stay away from almond soup unless you have already acquired the taste. waitress was amazing, she gave us excellent recommendations and was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2006
Full Review »

Worse restaurant in the Sherman Oaks area

Service was terrible! In the fast food restaurants they have better service, Food was ok just ok Also valet parking is bad. They are backing up your car against the traffic on Ventura Boulevard.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2006
Full Review »

Food is quite tasty...wait staff is stuck-up

Wannabe actors and actresses should consider fast food vs. lively restaurants. This aside, the bruschetta is delicious...where do they get that awesome cheese??
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2006
Full Review »

As spanish as possible...

I've lived in Sevilla for four years and this is the closest I've come to having a taste of Spain. While a lot of the so called "Tapas" restaurants in Los Angeles try to put their own culinary spin on Spanish...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2006
Full Review »

We know Spanish food and this meal was horrible !

We've eaten at Ole 3 times prior and it was good. Tonight's food was horrible! My wife, son, his wife and two boys were there for dinner. From the quality of the food, most of their customers have no idea what...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/21/2006
Full Review »

try the fried goat cheese w/ honey, a must!!!!!

I had an amazing time, the ambiance was very...tapas, the service was the best, very caring, and informative, a great selections of dishes, perfect for sharing. great wine selection and the best tasting...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by stephy s.

3.0 of 5 stars. Wow, where to begin with this place?First off, it's very cute. The colors are so up my alley it's not even funny. Warm yummy oranges and reds, dark woods and very flattering lighting. And if this were...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2006
Full Review »

I'll never go back again

Alright, so let me give you the low down on my experience. The "owner" should find a new business....Not only did we have to stand around waiting for a host to only find that it was the "owner", he then turned...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
Full Review »

Give them a break...

I have been reading the reviews and was very shocked to hear that many complaints are due to the long wait. I have been there 3 times and have a reservation for sturday April 15. Yes the food takes a little...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2006
Full Review »

Had a great time here

I was here with about 24 other people and had a great time. The service was very good, the food was excellent and the atmosphere was relaxing. The flatiron steak(Filet a la Plancha) was excellent and highly...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2006
Full Review »

The Truth

After reading ALL the reviews about Ole, I would like to add my opinion. Many people sound so negative, picky and just plain rude! Have any of you that are complaining about the service ever worked in a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/01/2006
Full Review »

Great place for groups of "fun" people!

I read all the reviews here and and almost did not go but I am glad I did. People who post their comments here are only 1 out of 100. Ole is a great place. I've gone back several times since my last visit last...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2006
Full Review »

Staff needs food/wine schooling

I went there last month with a friend and sat at the bar. We order sangria and 3 dishes. When the food was delivered, the guy who brought them didn't tell us which was which, and didn't tell us what cheeses...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2006
Full Review »

Ole was SO DISAPPOINTING

Went there last night with a friend--ordered drinks and several small plates. Waited almost 20 minutes for our food to arrive. Later, when the food arrived, we pulled an adjacent empty table over to ours so we...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/02/2005
Full Review »

Ole'- NOT the place for a party

The decor is nice. The fried goat cheese is amazing. The fondu is great. And, that is about it. Our drinks were weak. Our service was TERRIBLE. I hosted a freind's birthday party there, and when I made the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/22/2005
Full Review »

different, not always in a good way

the decor is definitely interesting, all dark and red. maybe we didn't order the right things, but the food and flavor combinations just didn't hit the spot. the red sangria was pretty good, but not amazing. i...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2005
Full Review »

Average

I thought we'd check this place out, especially after viewing attracting webiste. At first glance, the decor stood out the most... the deep reds and cushiony furniture. Then I took a look at the crowd......
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2005
Full Review »

yummy tapas

i've been here a couple times and really enjoys their tapas -- in particular the fried goat cheese w/honey. YUM!! also, their white sangria is very good. the service is hit & miss. we've been lucky enough to...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2005
Full Review »

The first and last time...

THEE WORST service of any restaurant I've been to in LA. At first I thought the bad service was done on purpose, but after a while it became clear that the waiters/waitresses are just confused. Service is just...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2005
Full Review »

Order the tapas and you can't go wrong

I have been here half a dozen times with different friends and family and everyone is always impressed - even my Spanish in-laws. The tapas are awesome. Great sangria. I'd skip the margaritas - you get about...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2005
Full Review »

Horrible

The service at this place is a disgrace. The food was bland and not impressive. You needed a payphone to call a waitress.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2005
Full Review »

Good Food, Mediocre Service

Once for dinner and once for a prcial Wine Tasting Evening. The latter was a great experience with exceptional food and good service. The first time for dinner we had some delicious food, but the service was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/12/2005
Full Review »

Too much hype

VERY mediocre food. Horrible service. Very overpriced. One of the worst martinis I've ever had. Fish was dry.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2005
Full Review »

fun tapas spot, great value!

The food here at Ole! is very good and is an excellent value! We ordered tons of food, cocktails, & a nice bottle of wine - and when the bill came, we were shocked at how inexpensive it was. What a nice change...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2005
Full Review »

The evening was a catastrophe

After visiting this restaurant twice during its first week, I was anxious to see the kinks worked out and everything fine-tuned. Boy did my evening suck. The hostess and manager were not on the same page and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2005
Full Review »

Great Food, Great Service, Great Ambiance

That about covers it. There is also an outdoor patio with heat lamps where you can dine or escape for a cigarette if you smoke. I had the crab cakes, sweet shrimp, and fried goat cheese with honey tapas...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2005
Full Review »

Viva Ole...

I am from Madrid, the feeling at ole is as close as possible from what I remember. Viva Ole...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2005
Full Review »

I will be back... baby

it such a great place, Studio city was missing that. Stay in business... please!
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2005
Full Review »

Highly Recommended

this place is the sexiest in the whole valley, I use to go to firefly, but ole is way better, food is good, service rocks, music ambiance fabulous.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/24/2005
Full Review »

worst restaurant experience in LA

The techno music was too loud for conversation. Service was good, however, the food was a HUGE disapointment. First off, the complimentary olives were martini olives & generic black canned olives. These free...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/08/2005
Full Review »

Great place for fun!

I must say that it is great to have such a unique place to go to after work. You get to try a bit of everything. The mushroom and artichoke tapas has to be my favorite.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2005
Full Review »

Madrid in LA! at last

Went there (Madrid) ate and enjoy the food (Madrid), went there (Ole), love the food & love the ambiance. The bar is huge, and the bartenders are great. Will be back soon (Madrid and Ole).
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2005
Full Review »

Hip Place, Good Food

This is a pretty hip place, especially for the valley. If you want a casual, comfortable place to have cocktails on large, velvety sofas and eat some very good tapas, you'll be delighted. The white-fish...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/12/2005
Full Review »

Great place

everything was.......... just great!!!! valet , food , music , service even the bathroom!!! Thank you for a very nice evening i will definitly go back ....fried goat cheese ..YUMMY !!!!
citysearch.com - user review - 04/11/2005
Full Review »

OLE SHMOLE!

If what you like is bland food and EXTREMELY POOR service, then this is the place for you! Enjoy waiting for drinks 20 minutes, seeing a great "disappearing act" by your waitress and getting better service...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2005
Full Review »

Great food, good atmosphere

This place has great character and the food is excellent. The drinks were also outstanding...I recommend the Amigo. The sample platters are a good idea for larger parties to share. The decor is simple but...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2005
Full Review »

Good if you live near by

Nothing I tasted made me say WOW, I want more of this. But it's new, different and close by, so we will give it another chance. Service was terrific.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2005
Full Review »

Marvelous food!

We are so stoked by the marvelous food! Get the sampler tapas plates to find out which you enjoy best...the different flavors are just to-die-for. The ambience is pretty cool and the service was great...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/10/2005
Full Review »

excelent !!!

GOOD ! ... GOOD !!!... AND VERY GOOD ... MY NEW FAVORITE PLACE IN THE VALLEY
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2005
Full Review »

Looking for delicious food and cozy place

If you appreciate food and friendly environment I recommend you try Ole, you'll enjoy this cozy place as I did.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2005
Full Review »

At least a great spot in sheman oaks

I wnt last saturday with my wife to check in this new place. It's great, the food is wonderful and the ambiance is incredible. Go ole!
citysearch.com - user review - 03/07/2005
Full Review »

hit or completely miss

This one has a few kinks, but there are some things Ole does well. The back of the restaurant's raw silk wall and the chandeliers over booths set a great mood with a well executed design. around the corner...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2005
Full Review »

AOL CityGuide

flowery french and friendly service...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
Full Review »

OpenTable

did you know that tournesol means sunflower? an elegantly designed bistro, with the feel and scent of southern france countryside (provence) with lively colorful decoration, offering amazingly great food,...
opentable.com - user review
Full Review »

Los Angeles Magazine

lunch tue.fri.; dinner tue.sun. this cheery yellow bistro, named for the sunflower, runs a solid gallic gamut with escargots, duck l'orange, and filet mignon. waiters dole out sorbet between courses, and...
lamag.com - user review
Full Review »

Gayot

this studio city eatery boasts charm aplenty and quality provenaal cuisine to back it up. tournesol is french for sunflower and its images are everywhere, from wall murals to patio chair cushions to serversi...
gayot.com - user review
Full Review »