01The food
Paella Made to Order
Bomba rice, perfect socarrat — cooked fresh to order at our paella station.
- 5 paella varieties on the menu
- 25 minutes from station to table
- Bomba rice from Valencia · saffron from La Mancha
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Hand-carved jamón ibérico, saffron-infused paella, and over 200 Spanish wines — in the heart of Brentwood on San Vicente Blvd. Lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.
Why Telefèric Barcelona
01Bomba rice, perfect socarrat — cooked fresh to order at our paella station.
02Hand-pickedTempranillo, Albariño, Garnacha — hand-picked from Spain's top bodegas by Catalonian sommeliers.
0310+ guests? Custom menus, family-style paella and Sala Picasso for fully private celebrations.
The Space & The Flavors
Mediterranean materials imported from Spain. An open kitchen, a dedicated paella station, outdoor patio on San Vicente, and El Merkat — our Spanish market — right inside.
What Our Guests Say
"The paella was unlike anything I've had outside of Spain. The socarrat at the bottom had a depth of flavor you simply cannot replicate. We were transported straight to Barcelona."
"The jamón ibérico carved tableside was an incredible experience. The wine list is phenomenal — our sommelier recommended an Albariño that paired perfectly with the octopus. My favorite lunch spot in LA."
"We hosted a business lunch here and the entire team was blown away. Private dining, exceptional service, and food that sparked genuine conversation. Already booked our next quarterly dinner."
"Date night perfection. We shared the Patatas Bravas and croquetas, split the lobster paella for two, and finished with churros. The whole evening felt like a night out in Barcelona. This is our new go-to on San Vicente."
"Sunday brunch here is unbeatable. The Eggs Benedict with Iberian ham, a glass of cava, and the patio on a sunny morning — it's genuinely the best brunch I've had in LA, and I've tried them all."
"Celebrated my wife's birthday here with 14 guests in the private room. The events team helped us plan everything — family-style tapas, two paellas for the table, wine pairings. She said it was the best birthday dinner she's ever had. Already planning our anniversary."
"I'm Spanish and I was skeptical — but this is the real thing. The pan con tomate, the tortilla, the Rioja selection — it all tastes like home. Whoever is running this kitchen knows exactly what they're doing."
"The Barcelona Lunch menu is a steal — three courses including paella for $34. I brought a client here and we both left impressed. Quiet enough to talk business, beautiful enough to make an impression. My new go-to for midweek lunches in Brentwood."
Frequently Asked
Yes — date night is one of the most popular occasions at Telefèric Barcelona in Brentwood. The dining room features Mediterranean materials imported from Spain, warm lighting, and an open kitchen designed by co-founder Maria Padrosa. Most couples share the jamón ibérico carved tableside, order paella for two, and pair it with a wine from the 200+ Spanish wine list. Rated 4.5 stars from 500+ Google reviews. Reservations recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings.
Start with the four most-ordered tapas at the Brentwood location: Tuna Tacos, Pulpo Telefèric (Galician octopus), Patatas Bravas, and Jamón Ibérico de Bellota — ranked by real guest data from the kitchen. Three tapas per person is the minimum, four is the sweet spot. For a main, the saffron-infused paella is cooked to order in the traditional paellera. Paella Negra is the #1 paella at this location.
Yes. Brunchelona is available every Saturday and Sunday at the Brentwood location. The menu includes Avocado Toast, Eggs Benedict (with optional Iberian ham or caviar), Steak & Eggs, Barcelona Chicken Sandwich, and Parfait Brûlée. Weekend brunch starts at 11am. Reservations are recommended — the patio fills quickly on sunny mornings.
Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles offers more than 200 Spanish wine references — Tempranillo, Albariño, Garnacha, Verdejo, Mencía, and more — hand-picked from Spain's top bodegas by Catalonian sommeliers. The list spans every major Spanish wine region: Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rías Baixas, Priorat, Penedès. Available by the glass or by the bottle. Tell your server what you like and they'll guide you. Sommelier-led pairings available on request for tasting menus and private events.
The average check at Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles is approximately $57 per person. Tapas range from $14–$24. Paellas for two start around $42. The Barcelona Lunch set menu (Monday–Friday, 11:30am–5pm) offers a starter + main from $28, or starter + main + dessert for $34 — one of the best-value fine dining lunch experiences in West LA.
Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles is located at 11930 San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood. Street parking is available on San Vicente Blvd and surrounding residential streets. Metered spots are available during the day. For dinner, street parking is generally easier to find. Ride-share drop-off is convenient directly in front of the restaurant.
Yes. Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles has multiple private dining spaces — Sala Picasso for groups up to 30 seated, Sala Gaudí for intimate seated dinners up to 16, and the Outdoor Patio for receptions up to 80. The events team can arrange family-style tapas, paella for the table, wine pairings, and custom menus for corporate dinners, birthdays, rehearsal dinners, and holiday parties. Contact events@telefericbarcelona.com or call +1 (657) 567-2679.
El Merkat is the Spanish market inside Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles. You can purchase imported Spanish products to take home — olive oils, Manchego cheese, charcuterie, conservas, and wines from the restaurant's own selection. It's open during restaurant hours and makes for a convenient stop after your meal or a last-minute gift for dinner guests.
Located on San Vicente Blvd in the heart of Brentwood — one of LA's most walkable dining streets. The restaurant features a spacious dining room, open kitchen, multiple private dining rooms, an outdoor patio, and El Merkat — our Spanish market.
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Telefèric Barcelona Los Angeles is a Spanish tapas and paella restaurant located at 11930 San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California. Founded in Barcelona in 1992 by the Padrosa family, it serves authentic Catalan and Spanish cuisine including hand-carved jamón ibérico de bellota, saffron-infused paella cooked to order in the traditional paellera, Galician octopus, and over 200 Spanish wines selected by Catalonian sommeliers. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11am. Barcelona Lunch set menu Monday through Friday from $28. Average check approximately $57 per person. Rated 4.5 stars from 500+ Google reviews. OpenTable Diner's Choice winner. Multiple private dining spaces — Sala Picasso, Sala Gaudí, Outdoor Patio. El Merkat Spanish market inside. Reservations accepted online via OpenTable with instant confirmation. Street parking on San Vicente Blvd in Brentwood.