El Cid

Its very charming. After all the years i have been going. And the food is top notch! Only downside there are only 2 restrooms and its a tight squeeze.

I came to El Cid last night with my boyfriend to attend the free afterparty that Foster the People was throwing there! I had a very fun evening and thought that it was a beautiful venue!

The entrance on the street above leads to a staircase shrouded in shrubbery that leads down to the actual bar and restaurant, and it was honestly so beautiful and tranquil!
The outdoor area is very relaxing, they have a few booths to sit at, and it's a cute Spanish-styled courtyard.
Inside, the ambiance is much darker, and there's a stage in the main seating area. They also only have single-person restrooms for each gender, so the lines can get really long.

Service was hit or miss, some of the staff are very friendly, welcoming, and chat with you, while others are just plain rude. I'll still give four stars though, since there were more positive experiences than negative. The prices for drinks are about normal for most bars around here, and the food prices were actually quite reasonable. We ordered some of the flatbread, and it was so delicious! I loved the hummus that it came with.

All in all, a wonderful, well-spent evening at The El Cid, a very beautiful restaurant/bar with a lovely ambiance and lively atmosphere!

Love this place. Great vibe and atmosphere. Drinks are priced just right so I can keep coming back for more. Delicious food!!! Highly recommended.

Really big bar that looks tiny from the outside. Has different sections and bars. They need to hire more bartenders and open all the bars during large events (stop trying to save money and pay your staff!). They also need a bath attendant in their tiny ladies bathroom. Otherwise, it's a good spot to throw a party or have an event.

I love the place Aura and vibe, they play good music. I would love to come by again