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| - Admittedly, it is not a budget meal like in Spain, but the pricing is in line with other "fine dining" Spanish restaurants in town.
The decor is lovely, and the location, tucked back from King St, makes it feel intimate and cozy. They have obviously paid a lot of attention to the look and feel of the space, as it feels sophisticated and comfortable at the same time.
The service was friendly and attentive, and our server was knowledgeable about the offerings and helpful in recommending portions suitable for two people with smallish appetites.
The food was well prepared perfectly with fresh ingredients and nicely presented.
We started with the bacon wrapped dates, and they were amazing. To be honest, if we hadn't read previous Yelp reviews that raved about them, we likely would have given them a pass...so glad we didn't...the slight sweetness of the dates vs the salty smokiness of the bacon was perfect.
We decided on the peppers stuffed with oxtail and cheese, and again it was a delightful combination.
We were able to tweak the Paella Patria to accommodate some food allergies, and they simply upped the portions of the other ingredients to compensate. Getting good paella is a challenge (even in Spain), but they did it right so that there was a very slight "crust" where the rice met the pan.
In a city replete with restaurants that charge a lot for a mediocre experience, Patria stands out.
It's busy, so reservations are recommended, and if you are looking for a more intimate conversation, the front to the right of the bar is the better bet.
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