Sol y Sombra Tapas Bar in Dundee City

What a great family meal ! Lovely food, great service and great atmosphere.

Had a perfect family meal here for my mum’s 70th recently. Food was amazing, all dietary requirements and allergies catered for with no issues, service was great, the staff were kind enough to bring out a cake for us to sing happy birthday. This was the first time we’d been since the restaurant changed owners and glad to see it’s the same level of service and quality it has always been. We’ll be back. Thank you for a lovely evening.

What an absolute gem of a restaurant. We were lucky enough to visit on half price Tuesdays but would be fully willing to pay the full price. The food was simply gorgeous. And very generous portions. And the best aioli I've ever tasted. No photos as the food demanded to be eaten, not photographed. Superb. Wine list has a great selection of good but not overpriced options.

Food was amazing and plentiful! Wine was lovely and service was great!!

Food Amazing. Staff poor down stairs. Smiled but kept rolling her eyes. After 1hour 15 minutes we received our bill while we were still drinking our wine. We felt so uncomfortable. Being bullied to leave a restaurant by 8.30 so staff can go home.

Only provide set menu at £27.50 in the evening but food and service were excellent

Had 2 vegan set menus and it was absolutely amazing. Would very much recommend.

Wasn't sure what to expect in sleepy, quaint Broughty Ferry, but blimey! If you're there, go to THIS place! You will not regret it. All of the tapas were authentic and delicious, my boyfriend and I loved it from start to finish. Not sure who the chefs are here, but they clearly have extensive training- thank you chefs!! Thank you to the waiting staff who were also great :)

Omg first time having tapas was absolutely amazing. So so good really friendly staff and welcoming. The food was amazing well worth the money. Would definitely come again.

Nice pleasant little tapas restaurant. Great vibe food was amazing.

Outstanding food and great service, no complaints! The garlic aioli was unbelievable and is easily the best I have ever tried.

Atmosphere was tainted a bit by a really loud group up the stairs but apart from that it was a really enjoyable evening.

Great food. You are asked if you have any allergies and if you want fish, and then they just bring out your food. Definitely felt full and enjoyed everything they served. Will be returning.

Recently changed ownership but still seems to be the same deal. You pay per person and get a good range of well made tapas. Good value nice staff and a great upstairs location

Fantastic place and lovely staff. Had a lovely selection of gluten free food and desserts. The staff were very knowledgeable of gluten free and was impressive When I didn't feel very well the manager and staff were very helpful Will definitely recommend to all coeliacs and beyond and will definately going back

Excellent quality of food. One of the best place for Tapas in Dundee, Scotland. The ambience and the music is very apt. Highly recommended if you are visiting Dundee!

Best tapas in Broughty Ferry! Lovely service and both veggie and non veggie options were fab. Recommend the Sangria and lemon posset to finish! Only surprise was the London-level bill but worth it as a special treat!

Lovely dinner for two in cozy surroundings. Food was delicious and plenty of it! Borys took perfect care of us and was very attentive.

Absolutely fabulous, tapas were superb. Would recommend 100%

Had a great meal here, the way they serve the set menu between vegetarians and meat eaters is well balanced. Service was excellent.

Fixed price tapas menu. Great selection of excellent quality. Fabulous service. Fantastic drinks menu, sherry, sangria, juice.

Delicious, freshly prepared food. Service very good too.

We went for a meal on Friday evening with my daughter and her partner. They are both good eaters but we were all stuffed and plenty leftover. We got a doggy bag of chicken and pork to take away which fed our Malinois for his supper and breakfast! Set price menu which is excellent value for money. The staff were good at explaining what everything was and offerering alternatives for those who had allergies or just did not eat something on the menu. Sorry I forgot to take photos.

The food here is absolutely amazing, as are the wait staff - the only issue is that on both occasions I've been there, I've nearly passed out it's so warm inside. VERY easy 5/5 if they fix this issue, when I left and walked outside it was INSTANT relief from the heat!

Tons of vegan options, fantastic value for money with great service. I'll be going back many times!

Stepping into the restaurant, I was immediately transported to the heart of Spain. The charming Spanish tiles adorning the staircase set the tone for an authentic experience. Comfortable seating and well-appointed tables greeted us, complemented by impeccably clean and rustic-themed restrooms. The ambiance was further elevated by soothing music, perfectly pitched to allow for easy conversation without the need to raise voices. Despite arriving without a reservation in a fully booked establishment, the staff graciously accommodated us and efficiently explained the menu system. Taking into consideration our group's composition, with two children in tow, they suggested a thoughtful approach to ordering, which helped streamline our dining experience. Pricing was reasonable, with a per-person cost of £27.50 due to the late afternoon timing. Following the staff's recommendation, we opted for three meals for our group of five, allowing for potential sharing, particularly with the kids. Our meal commenced promptly, with the cold meze selection arriving swiftly. Each dish was meticulously evaluated: Alioli: A perfect score of 5/5 for its delightful flavor with no room for improvement. Chorizo Iberico de Ballota: While flavorful, the thick slices bordered on chewiness, detracting slightly from the overall enjoyment. 3/5 Ensalada de Pollo: A personal favorite, boasting refreshing flavors that begged to be savored with each bite. 5/5 Queso Manchego: While tasty, the portion size left something to be desired, with only three small triangles of cheese accompanied by olive oil. 3/5 Crab on Cracker: Despite my apprehension toward seafood, this dish pleasantly surprised with its palatable flavors, though lacking a distinctive "seafood" essence. 4/5 Chickpea Something: Initially uncertain, I found myself thoroughly enjoying this dish, with no qualms to report.5/5 Moving on to the hot meze selection: Chicken thighs: A straightforward yet satisfying dish, earning a solid 5/5. Potatoes in sauce: A standout favorite, blending soft potatoes with a tantalizing mix of alioli and spicy sauce. 5/5 Green Stuff with brown stuff: Though initially ambiguous in composition, this dish turned out to be a delightful combination of sprouting broccoli with ham or possibly asparagus, thoroughly enjoyed despite initial reservations. 5/5 Beef Stew: Rich in flavor, with the taste of tomatoes shining through, adding depth to the dish. 5/5 Prawns: Unfortunately, this dish fell short, with rubbery texture detracting from its overall appeal, earning a disappointing 2/5. Fried Hake: While acceptable, it lacked the bold flavors found in other dishes, receiving a modest rating of 3/5. Kebab: Though not pictured, this dish was a standout, with tender chicken, chorizo, and black pudding skewers accompanied by a delectable sauce, earning a perfect score. The bill, totaling £108 inclusive of drinks, felt reasonable given the quality of the meal. However, the set menu format left me somewhat divided, as I couldn't help but compare it to past experiences, such as Cafe Andaluz in Aberdeen, where a more à la carte approach allowed for greater variety and spontaneity in ordering. Ultimately, while the food was enjoyable, the warm hospitality of the staff and inviting atmosphere, my personal preference leans towards establishments with a more extensive menu selection. Nonetheless, for those seeking a taste of Spain in a cozy setting, this restaurant undoubtedly delivers. Apologies on the only Image I took, I had already eating the cold meze before I realised :D One thing I would say to finish this off is, this isn't really child friendly with the food. If your child is a fussy eater, or hasn't eating Spanish food, etc, this is not the place for them

Delicious lunch, well presented and varied. A real find.

Lovely food, great service, quite quiet - not sure why it wasn't packed out! It's a set menu, which is fun as it's full of little tapas dishes.

My favourite restaurant in Dundee, so reasonably priced for the quality and amount of food you get! Set menu with cold and hot course and lots of amazing tapas dishes to share, and the sangria is fab too

This is the 1st time im very satisfied with restaurant in dundee. Everything is so delicious, the staff is very friendly. Looking forward to go back again

I always try to be honest with my reviews. Point out the flaws even if it a small one. But I seriously couldn't find any with this place. The place inside is beautifully and tastefully decorated. The music is chill, not too loud. The waitress we had was polite, knowledgeable and her Spanish was perfect. The food was mind blowing. I'm very fussy but went with an open mind and a willingness to try new things. I was not disappointed. Don't get me wrong, I didn't like everything, but that's personal choice. The food was high quality, high flavour. The drinks we had were delicious (cocktails of course) we could have had dessert but for the first time in a long time, I was beaten. Tapas isn't for everyone, but if you are ever in Dundee in Scotland, this is somewhere you should try. Happy dining

Absolutely beautiful, tasty food served in an authentic place, by cheerful, professional staff. Always love coming here - heartily recommended, but remember to book in advance!!! 😁

Nice authentic style tapas restaurant. No food menus were given, instead only asked if we have any dietary requirements. We were served 6 cold starters and 6 hot main dishes all of which were amazing. We shared some sangria which was amazing and got a dessert each. We will definitely come back here !

We went on Sunday evening it was quiet when we arrived but soon picked up. Such a relaxing, chilled out place to eat. The food was first class and the staff were very knowable about each dish. Sooooo much food. Make sure you have an appetite before you arrive.

Very cool restaurant unlike any other experience I’ve had while visiting Scotland (I was unfamiliar with tapas before going here). Great food and great service from Lewis. Highly recommend.

Food was brilliant all round! Felt like I could have done with a choice of food but the set menu idea is nice but overall everything was surprisingly very tasty considering I’m quite a picky eater. Will definitely return in the future!

Fantastic. Well worth visiting. We did even though it was a bit out of our way. Food was excellent and also introduced us to some new tastes. Really enjoyed it 😀

This place never disappoints. The service is fantastic to tailor the dishes. Great food.

Love this place simple as. Its great

Fantastic! We had a great lunch today at Sol y Sombra, and we'll be back for sure!

Had an early evening tapas dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The staff were excellent and the restaurant warm and comfortable. If you enjoy mixed tapas in lovely surroundings this is well worth a visit

Delicious food, can't wait to go back!

Amazing food and good value for money. Never disappoints!

Beautiful food. Wonderful staff and chilled, relaxing atmosphere. The prices are really fair and the sangria is absolutely amazing. Will definitely be back!

Just had one of the best dining out experiences ever. Some of tastiest dishes I've ever had, fantastic friendly service in a restaurant packed with character and style. Highly recommended

Always enjoy eating here. A relaxing experience with good food and drink.

This is a really good concept and we enjoyed our food. Very reasonable prices and tasty food. Will return

My family and I enjoyed a delicious lunch and were served by very courteous staff. Highly recommended!

Lovely meal, friendly staff. Visited on a Tuesday lunch time so not much atmosphere but been previously at busy times and it did

Lovely meal, good service and great company

Food was cooked well and the service was first class. Decor, music and seating arrangement created a nice relaxed atmosphere for a night out. Other two members of our party loved their evening, I did feel that the set menu only format took something away from the tapas experience. For me tapas is all about picking several small dishes of food from the menu and mixing and matching your favourites, enjoying a drink and then ordering some more if you still have room! The set menu format was almost like a tasting menu where you have little control over what food will be served that evening. Cant fault anything, service and food/drink was great and evening was thoroughly enjoyed. Just not convinced by set menu.

One of my favourite places away from home. I always take my friends and family here when they are visiting from Edinburgh or Glasgow. It has a a lovely cosy atmosphere and a very impressive vegan menu. Everyone I take always wants to go back. I only wish I could visit it more often!

Sorry to say that it's lost some of its flare. Staff and setting were lovely but food was quite bland unfortunately

Amazing food will definitely be back

Such great flavours. Lovely traditional Spanish experience.

Still my favourite spots in the Ferry! Authentic Spanish tapas - no fuss, just amazing food and great atmosphere. Dishes appear at your table, knowledgeably explained by the server. Amazing place.

Great place, brilliant vegan food, lovely to get such great flavours and variety of vegan fayre. Fab service.

Great food, there was a nice selection for vegans.

Been looking forward to returning to this place for 2 years. I was not disappointed. Their set menu is a must! And they kindly rearranged our booking due to a friend being delayed.

Lovely food, nice staff, great atmosphere. Would highly recommend this wee gem, booking essential.😀

FANTASTIC. Me and my partner came here for lunch and was amazing, the food and service was wonderful!

Excellent service and wonderful food. Definitely return 🍲👍👌

Great place. Everything is cooked from fresh, and as it is a sharing platter (tapas) experience, they ask about dietary requirements then cook all dishes to that requirement so there is no..you can have that, but you can't have that...just smooth and delightful evening with family.

Everything about this lovely tapas bar is charming and authentic. Every dish comes fresh to the table and there are plenty of variety whatever your tastes. We had vegetarians, pescatarians and meat eaters on our table yet I was impressed at the ease in which all were easily catered for with the tapas. The wines are an absolute joy! The red Rioja was particularly good and better than you will find elsewhere.

Great food and service, loved it

Staff were lovely, food was nice would recommend also you need to book

Produits frais,excellent qualité.Personnel sympa et professionnel.Trés bon ambiance.J ai très bien mangé.Felicitations pour la qualité.

Great food and service but still found it very overpriced for the amount of food unfortunately

Food was amazing and a really good price for all we got, we were only £66 but we didn’t have any alcoholic drinks that would fairly bring the price up a bit, but it’s amazing so wouldn’t mind, will definitely be back soon, very friendly staff and a nice quirky decor 👌

Amazing food, amazing service and a great vibe to this outstanding restaurant 👏