One of the top 20 tapas restaurants in the U.S.” –Travel + Leisure
“Top 100 Bay Area Restaurant, 2013, 2014, 2015” — San Francisco Chronicle
Bravas serves up traditional Spanish and modern tapas-style dining in Wine Country by James Beard finalists Mark and Terri Stark. Large plates to share, including paella. Bravas offers a selection of local and Spanish wines, sangrias, and Spain-inspired cocktails, including a variety of signature gin and tonics. Dine indoors or out, year-round.
Bravas Bar De Tapas 420 Center St.
Healdsburg, CA 95448, USA
One of the top 20 tapas restaurants in the U.S.” –Travel + Leisure
“Top 100 Bay Area Restaurant, 2013, 2014, 2015” — San Francisco Chronicle
Bravas serves up traditional Spanish and modern tapas-style dining in Wine Country by James Beard finalists Mark and Terri Stark. Large plates to share, including paella. Bravas offers a selection of local and Spanish wines, sangrias, and Spain-inspired cocktails, including a variety of signature gin and tonics. Dine indoors or out, year-round.
We follow FDA’s Best Practices for Retail Food Stores, Restaurants, and Food Pick-Up/Delivery Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
We do require masks to enter the restaurant, but don’t worry we've got you covered if you forget yours.
Traditional Spanish and Spanish-inspired tapas and large plates, including paella.
We encourage reservations, especially on weekends. We take reservations by phone or online at Opentable.com. Our bar seating is first come first served.
Yes. We have many options for vegetarians, gluten free, and will accommodate dietary restrictions. Please let your server know about any allergies or special requests.
We have an extensive gluten free menu. Check it out online or ask your server for a copy.
Yes, in denominations of $25, starting at $50. You can purchase them here and at any Stark Reality Restaurant, including this one. Gift cards are good at all of our restaurants. Here’s the full list: Bird & The Bottle, Grossman’s Noshery & Bar, Monti’s, Willi’s Wine Bar and Stark’s Steak & Seafood in Santa Rosa, and Bravas and Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar in Healdsburg.
Mark and Terri Stark, Stark Reality Restaurants.
Bird & The Bottle, Monti’s, Grossman’s Noshery & Bar, Willi’s Wine Bar and Stark’s Steak & Seafood in Santa Rosa, and Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar in Healdsburg.
Mark Stark is the Executive Chef. Eduardo Hernandez is the Chef de Cuisine.
There is ample, free on-street parking within easy walking distance.
Absolutely none.
All major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express).
We charge $25 per 750 ml bottle for the first two bottles, $35 per bottle thereafter. Fees are waived for each bottle purchased, up to two bottles.
60 inside, 102 outdoors
We have a large “back yard” with a covered and heated porch and outdoor bar.
Well behaved dogs are welcome for patio dining.
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Housemade & Imported Spanish Canned Delicacies. Served with Bread & Condiments.
Housemade & Imported Spanish Canned Delicacies. Served with Bread & Condiments.
Housemade & Imported Spanish Canned Delicacies. Served with Bread & Condiments.
Spanish Cured Ham
Fig Jam, Marcona Crackers*
Pickled Garlic, Idiazábal Cheese
Rosemary, Pimentón Salt*
Tomato Toast, Arbequina Olive Oil, Garlic, Sea Salt
Toast, Arbequina Oilve Oil, Garlic, Sea Salt
Little Sandwiches
Manchego, Truffle Paste
Manchego, Caramelized Onion, Roasted Piquillo Pepper Aioli
Larger Plates Served Family Style
Fried Chicken with DC Mumbo Sauce. Served with a Kale, Manchego & Fennel Salad & Garlic Toast.
Coffee Crusted Certified Angus Beef.
Served with a Kale, Manchego, and Fennel Salad & Garlic Toast
Spanish Bomba Rice with Sonoma Flavors. Made to order please allow Approximately 30 minutes.
Golden Onions, White Truffle Honey
Cinnamon, Walnuts, Idiazábal*
Moscatel Dressing, Apples, Hazelnuts, Cabrales*
Potato, Onion, and Manchego Omelette with Romesco Allioli
Andalusia Style Chilled Gazpacho
Green Olives, Egg, Shaved Celery
Fried Potatoes, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Allioli**
Local Blue Cheese, Bacon & Marcona Almonds*
Ham, Gruyere Cheese
Truffle Honey & Rosemary
Marinated Olives, Lemon Zest & Romesco Allioli**
Toasted Garlic, Pine Nuts, Golden Raisins
Anchovy Vinaigrette
Idiazabal Cream, Jamon Migas
Garlic, Parsley, Chili Flakes
Green Olive Tapenade, Aleppo Vinaigrette
Pimenton, Salt & Pepper
Fingerlings, Smoked Paprika & Olives
Valdeon Cheese Butter, Red Onion Marmalade
Salsa Verde, Lemon
Romesco & Leeks from the Fire Pit
Spanish Fried Pastries with Rum Glaze
Tangerine Oil, Sea Salt, Walnut Crisp
*Please notify your server of any food allergies.
**Consuming raw or undercooked items can increase your risk of foodborne illness.
A 2% Back of House service charge will be added to all food items.
Ginraw, White Vermouth, Idiazabal Stuffed Castelvetrano Olives
Habanero Tequila, Ginger Agave, Lime, Orange, Mezcal
House Blackberry Vodka, Raspberry Shrub, Lime , Lemon
Tequila, Elderflower Liqueur, Strawberry Agave, Lime, Basil Salt
Rum, Mango Simple, Lime, Mint
Spirit Infused with Saffron & Cinnamon, Backyard Oranges, Spanish Red Wine.
Spirit Infused with Citrus Zest, Apple, Spanish White wine or Spanish Bubbles.
Lager, MT
West Coast Apple Cider, CA
Classic, crisp & elegant with great finesse & depth of flavor
Smooth, voluminous & fruity texture with fine bubbles. Handpicked & biodynamically farmed.
Delicate & creamy. this organically farmed wine is balanced with bright acidity & notes of apple.
crisp with weight & richness that reflect it's barrel fermentation & lee stirring regime.
Delicate chamomile & dense lemon on the front with hints of white pepper & a briny finish.
Vibrant citrus and tropical fruit, subtle minerality. Juicy acidity balanced with partial neutral oak aging.
Notes of ripe tropical fruit balanced by bright acidity & honeysuckle.
Fully developed palate, concentrated fruit & a lingering finish.
Effervescent & bracingly dry on the palate, with flavors of lemon peel & a faint brininess.
Dry with lots of acid. This txakolina has notes of grapefruit & a lot of lemon.
Tropical fruit flavors balanced with nice acidity. Structured and slightly sweet with a longer finish.
Organically farmed. Dry and balanced flavors of fruits and herbs.
Biodynamically farmed. Nicely balanced yellow citrus, stone fruits, and minerality.
Bright aromas of lemon zest and jasmine. Crisp flavors of pear skin and honeysuckle & a floral finish.
Aromas of pink lady apples and orange blossom. A focused palate with cran-apple and grapefruit
Effervescent & light with bright acidity. Citrus on the nose with a note of sour strawberry.
Organically farmed, old vines grown in calcerous clay leaves this selection with bright floral acid.
Baking spices are balanced by notes of strawberry, cherry & raspberry. Supple tannin.
Dense dark fruit is met with structured tannin. Baking spice and cedar make up the finish.
Rich and juicy with flavors of plum, blackberry, and dark cherry. Elegant tannins and a long finish.
Zinfandel based blend with Syrah, Petit Sirah and Grenache. Bright red berries with spice and nice acidity.
Steep hillside vineyards give body & depth. Balanced & well-developed fruit with firm tannins.
Beautiful balance of acid & velvety tannin is matched by developed fruit of cherry and raspberry.
Black forest fruit and anise as well as violet and clove. Broad tannins with rich and persistent finish.
Medium to full body. Notes of warm blueberry and plum accompanied by plush tannins.
Earthy & herbal with dark chocolate tannin. Notes of red berries & currants with a delightful acidity.
Intense red brick, with notes of bright red fruit & delicate vanilla.
from 40yr. vineyard picked by hand. trace amounts of Syrah & spicy Rhone-red flavors on the palate.
Acid & tannin that grips. Notes of blackberry cobbler, wet stones & pink peppercorn.
Light to medium bodied, toasted oak, spicy & complex with a baked black fruit finish.
Fresh red fruits, pressed flowers, and vanilla. Full-bodied with soft texture and tannins.
Corkage fee is $20 per 750ML for the first 2 bottles and $30 per bottle thereafter. We are happy to waive one fee for each bottle purchased.
All Stark Restaurants are now open for Limited Indoor Dining, Comfortable Outdoor Dining, and Takeout!
Get ahead of the game! Order our Super Bowl Platter for 2 by February 5th at 5pm! Ready for pickup Super Bowl Sunday!
Get ahead of the Game!! Pre Order our Super Bowl Party Spread by Thursday February 4th at 5 pm!!!
