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Lola Cocina Spanish Restaurant Crows Nest
19 Falcon St, Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia
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19 Falcon St, Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia
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Lola Cocina delivers spirited Spanish feasts in Crows Nest, pairing scratch-made paella and customizable tapas with lively Iberian energy. Spanish artwork and guitar melodies set the tempo, while tables fill with sizzling prawns, Manchego-stuffed albondigas, and build-your-own tapas boards laden with lamb skewers and fried sardines. Made-to-order paellas arrive generous and rich—from squid ink to seafood mixta brimming with mussels and large prawns—best rounded out with traditional red sangria.
- Made-to-Order Paellas: Multi-person pans cooked to order in styles like seafood mixta and squid ink, sized generously for table sharing.
- Custom Tapas Boards: Flexible sharing platters let groups hand-select meat and seafood options, from fried sardines to lamb skewers.
- Live Acoustic Music: Select evenings feature live acoustic background accompaniment, including Spanish guitar and harp.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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The Lola Cocina Experience
Why guests choose Lola Cocina for authentic tapas, celebratory feasts, and Spanish dining in Crows Nest
Customizable Tapas Sharing Platters
Guests can customize their mixed sharing boards by hand-picking meat and seafood tapas, served alongside potatoes, salad, Spanish rice, and bread.
We did the mix plate, which let us choose 3 meat and 3 seafood tapas
HP White Made-to-Order Traditional Paellas
Paellas are prepared fresh to order in multiple traditional styles, including seafood, mixta, and squid ink, offering generous portions meant for table sharing.
The paella is made to order, with a minimum order of two, but easily enough for three people.
Kavya Pani Authentic Cultural Dining Immersion
The restaurant pairs authentic Spanish artwork and music with warm hospitality that transports diners into an authentic regional atmosphere.
The atmosphere and aesthetic genuinely made it feel like we were in Spain, adding to an already fantastic experience.
Aristo Zenonos Atmospheric Live Acoustic Performances
Evenings are enriched by live instrumental performances such as Spanish harp and acoustic guitar, providing a dynamic yet relaxed dinner backdrop.
This was great background music which added to the atmosphere.
Ryan Masotti Attentive Milestone Celebrations
Small touches—such as celebratory table decorations and staff singing together—create heartwarming milestone gatherings.
on arrival we found they placed a balloon on our table mentioning this celebration, it’s a small thing they did but it touched our heart.
Johnny Ho Communal Dining for Group Gatherings
With accommodating service and dishes structured for passing around the table, the venue naturally caters to group feasts and birthday dinners.
We shared all of the dishes and each one was really delicious
Tara Jean Van der Leest
Most popular items
Signature Spanish specialties crafted for table-wide sharing
Paella
There is a wide selection of tapas, and the paella was 10/10.
Aristo Zenonos Mixed Tapas Platter
The choices of what is on the platter is completely up to you and there are a variety of dishes to choose from.
Ryan Masotti Sardinas Fritas
I strongly recommend sardinas fritas, so fresh and nicely fried I ate the entire fish.
Enyi Albondigas
We started with the Albondigas, and the Manchego cheese inside the meatballs was incredibly tasty.
Neo
Other favorites
Complementary tapas, entrees, and signature Spanish drinks
Red Sangria
The traditional red sangria was delicious and paired perfectly with the food.
Shenny Penny Zucchini Flowers
The zucchini flowers were crisp and generously stuffed with cheese, another win.
Neo Iberian Pork Ribs
For mains, the Iberian pork ribs were smoky with a hint of tang and sweetness, and even their calamares were solid and well-cooked.
Neo Jamon Wrapped Figs
We had the Jamon wrapped Figs as and entre and shared the mixed platter which had choices of meat and seafood.
Ryan Masotti
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality details and live cultural touches that elevate dining at Lola Cocina.
Celebratory Table Balloons
When celebrating milestone events noted during booking, the team decorates tables with celebratory balloons to welcome guests.
Personal Birthday Singing
The hospitality staff joins milestone tables to personally sing Happy Birthday and elevate group celebrations.
Live Harp Accompaniment
Live acoustic entertainment, such as live harp music on Wednesday date nights, provides elevated dining ambiance.
Live Spanish Dance Performances
Guest dining is periodically complemented by energetic live Spanish dancers performing prior to meal service.
Before you head over
Practical tips on parking, reservations, and ordering to make the most of your Spanish dining experience.
Park at Nearby Woolworths
Street parking directly out front can be tight, but customer feedback highlights the nearby Woolworths car park as a convenient alternative recommended by staff.
Book Early for Peak Dinners and Occasions
The dining room fills quickly in the evenings; reserve ahead or come early, and note any birthday or anniversary milestones in your booking for welcoming personalized touches.
Factor in Generous Paella Portions
Freshly made to order with a minimum order of two, paella portions are generous enough to satisfy three to four diners, and staff will readily box up leftovers.
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