
Located right on Mount Diablo Boulevard, Telefèric Barcelona is your passport to authentic Spanish cuisine in Walnut Creek. Opening as the brand’s first US location in 2015, we proudly bring the Bay Area a true taste of Spain with our signature tapas, traditional paellas, and refreshing sangrias. Our spacious, modern restaurant is perfect for both lively group gatherings and intimate dining. For us, eating is a Spanish celebration, a chance to come together and connect over shared plates, laughter, and great company. Experience the culture, tradition, and vibrant ambiance of Spain right here!
Buzzy destination for Spanish pintxos, paella, sangria & drinks served in spacious, modern environs.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–10:15 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10:15 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9:15 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–9:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9:15 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9:15 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1500 Mt Diablo Blvd 2nd Floor, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone: (657) 608-2581
Website: https://www.telefericbarcelona.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: telefericbarcelona.comopentable.com
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Related Web Results
Telefèric Barcelona | Authentic Spanish Restaurants
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Reviews
This time we came last night, just the 2 of us. It was Saturday night and we had made a reservation for 5pm a few hours before. Otherwise, we def would have had to wait a while for a table. We had:
6 Iberian oysters with gazpacho and pearls (fish eggs?) $30 – very good, decorated with mini edible flowers.
2 La gambas $8 – very tasty, little bacon wrapped shrimps deep fried in panko and skewered.
1 Lobster paella $62 – very good, flavorful, with shrimp and octopus. Chose the “crispy” version of rice (instead of “soft”).
1 Paella negra $48 – also tasty, but a little less, I think the squid ink “matte-ifies” the flavor some. With shrimp, scallops, clams and octopus. It was less salty and “bright” than the other. Chose “crispy” rice.
2 glasses red wine $38
1 La Flaca drink $16 – very good!
1 Flamenquita $16 – very good!
I took off a star for 2 reasons:
It was hard to hear the very nice waitress – she spoke softly and the place was packed with patrons and staff and was kind of loud.
Also, we received the check, and at the bottom, before the tax, was in all-caps and highlighted with marker: SERVICE CHARGE 20%. For 2 ppl? And then, when I did the calculations, they TAXED the entire meal AND 20% service charge too! (See pic). I was like NOPE, not gonna happen. When I showed the waitress, and explained that the service charge had been taxed, she could not explain. I told her that’s not acceptable, and she said something about it being not required, but it was PART of the check AND being taxed. So she came back with a new receipt, without the charge (see pic). And then we tipped 20% like usual (on the un-taxed amount).
We will def be back – I need to try more apps and for sure need to try the Prime Wellington and Ibérico Paella! Thank you for a great meal!
Food highlights
– Paella Negra: Deep, briny squid-ink rice with perfectly cooked shrimp and clams; creamy aioli provided a bright counterpoint.
– Crab Croquetas: Crisp exterior and silky, well-seasoned crab interior.
– Wagyu Empanadas: Flaky pastry with a juicy, savory wagyu filling.
Service and incident
I found a hair in my drink. Staff repeatedly checked in afterward in a way that felt overbearing and made the situation uncomfortable rather than reassuring. Management did not offer a comp for the contaminated drink. Given the clear nature of the issue, I expected a discrete, manager-led resolution such as a refund or comp and a brief apology.
Ambiance note
The dining area is on the second story with an open-air terrace; it is NOT a rooftop. The space feels elevated without being on the building’s roof.
Verdict
Good technique and dishes, but the service recovery fell short. I would return if the restaurant addressed how managers handle contamination complaints and trains staff to resolve them discreetly.