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Lola Cocina Spanish Restaurant Parramatta

Level 1/79 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia

Recommended by 70 people

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Find Lola Cocina Spanish Restaurant Parramatta

Level 1/79 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia

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+61 2 7807 1958
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lola Cocina Spanish Restaurant Parramatta

Lola Cocina delivers a lively corner of Spain to Phillip Street with heaping pans of paella and bustling shared plates. Perched on level one, the dining room buzzes with old-world cultural murals, bull figures, and the occasional pluck of a live Latin harp. Long tables share garlic prawns, crisp croquettes, and Plato Mixto platters beside carafes of fruit-packed sangria. Weekday lunch deals keep midday crowds happy, while evenings dial up the energy with bottomless tapas rounds and Friday night dancing. The squid ink paella arrives brimming with king prawns, clams, and mussels over rich saffron rice.

  • Feasts for groups: Generous share plates, platters, and seafood paella built for big celebrations and work parties.
  • Bottomless tapas: Set packages pair endless small plates with carafes of sangria, house wine, or beer.
  • Live music and dancing: Live Latin harp performances and Friday night dancing bring energetic rhythm to the room.
  • Generous lunch specials: Multi-dish midday menus featuring generous portions with dedicated vegetarian options.
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Why Guests Choose Lola Cocina

Discover why guests choose Lola Cocina Parramatta for authentic feasts, celebratory gatherings, and genuine Spanish hospitality.

  • Effortless Feasting for Large Groups and Celebrations

    Generous share platters, diverse tapas, and multi-dish set menus make group dining effortless and abundant.

    Great for groups, comfy for couples. Small serves Spanish style AND platters AND paella for as many as you like.

    Morris Short

  • Parramatta's Go-To Spot for Workplace Milestones

    A welcoming setting and accommodating service make the restaurant a reliable destination for work outings and milestones.

    Our office is nearly and this is the go to restaurant for any work celebrations. Food is great and reasonably priced.

    Lina H.

  • Live Latin Entertainment and Musical Ambiance

    Live Latin harp music and Friday night social dancing bring vibrant Spanish cultural energy directly into the dining room.

    The live Latin harp added a beautiful, authentic vibe that made the night feel special.

    Rob D

  • Transportive Old-World Spanish Atmosphere

    Rich wall paintings, bull figures, and authentic Spanish memorabilia transport diners right out of Parramatta.

    The restaurant itself has a beautiful, warm atmosphere with colourful interiors that make you feel like you have stepped into a little corner of Spain.

    Anky P

  • Genuine Hospitality That Makes You Feel Valued

    Attentive staff provide warm, anticipatory care that makes guests feel genuinely cherished throughout their meal.

    Nissan made sure we felt looked after from start to finish—he had great recommendations, checked in with us throughout the meal, and made us feel like valued guests.

    Reeyah Cons

  • Complete Indulgence with Abundant Portions

    Generous serving sizes across seafood paellas and rich tapas ensure guests leave deeply satisfied.

    Everytime we would come here, we would leave happy and our tummies filled!

    LoraRN Balante

Customer favorites and signature Spanish share plates

  • Octopus

    For tapas, we tried the cod and potato croquettes and the octopus—both were delicious.

    Nhan Walsh

  • Garlic Prawns

    The garlic prawns , octopus and steaks were a stand out.

    jamie smith

  • Paella Serrana

    For our main, we had the Paella Serrana—an absolute standout! It was packed with tender pork, chicken thigh, chorizo, green peas, and soaked in the most delicious paella sauce.

    Reeyah Cons

  • Lamb Shanks

    Got the lamb shanks and wowwww thank you for taking your time cooking because it was beautiful!! The meat fell off the bone & it just melted in my mouth!

    Brandy Nanai

Other favorites

Traditional drinks, handcrafted cocktails, and sweet finishes

  • Garlic Bread

    the garlic bread was a definite highlight!

    Rashi H

  • Basque Cheesecake

    Basque cheesecake was different & delicious dessert.

    Mel K

  • Besame Cocktail

    the Besame cocktail is a must‑try.

    Rob D

  • Sangria

    the sangria was amazing.

    Sabnam Aryal

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and cultural hospitality that elevate dining at Lola Cocina.

  • Live Latin Harp Performances

    Live musical accompaniment features a live Latin harpist who brings an authentic musical ambiance directly into the dining room.

  • Friday Night Interactive Dancing

    On Friday nights, staff and performers bring the dining space alive with dancing, engaging directly with seated diners.

  • Birthday Celebrations with Cake Service

    Staff accommodate celebratory milestones by playing festive birthday music and slicing cakes for guests.

  • Private Room Accommodation for Nursing Mothers

    Staff proactively open a private function room to provide a quiet, comfortable space for mothers needing to nurse their baby.

Before you head over

Practical tips on locating the dining room, ordering for dietary preferences, and timing your visit for live entertainment.

  • Finding the Entrance

    The restaurant is located on Level 1 off Phillip Street, featuring Spanish decor and paintings as soon as you enter.

  • Dietary & Allergy Accommodations

    If dining with dietary restrictions or allergies, staff readily accommodate custom requests, including vegetarian midday sets and gluten- and dairy-free options for groups.

  • Catching Live Entertainment

    For a lively dining atmosphere, book on Friday nights when the venue features dancing with diners, or visit when the Latin harpist performs.

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