Popular, casual tapas spot draws a lively crowd of college students and Evanston families.

The Scene
Soccer on the TV above the bar and Spanish-themed posters and paintings on the walls give this tapas spot an authentic European feel. Grab a table inside or, during the summer, scoot out to the wide, sunny patio. Arms laden with trays of nibbles and pitchers of sangria, friendly servers work the room with ease.

The Food
Choose from several dozen hot and cold tapas, from soups and salads to pizzas, paellas and bocadillas (sandwiches). Signature baked goat cheese is a good start, steaming-hot and served in a bowl of tomato sauce with plenty of crunchy garlic bread on the side. Seafood tapas also stand out--from flaky grilled salmon with asparagus to sauteed shrimp in garlic butter sauce.