OLE Tapas

We used to come here all the time before it switched owners. Our last experience was unfortunate - one person in our party is celiac. Unfortunately, neither the waiter nor the chef seemed knowledgeable on the allergy, stating that the rice had gluten because it was labeled glutinous. Glutinous means water absorption and does not indicate it contains gluten. The chef was too busy to help us out, so ordering something else felt too risky considering the lack of knowledge on the allergy. We ended up having to leave. Can’t speak on the food now, but hopefully management sees this and handles allergies better in the future :)

We lucked into Olé Tapas in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue for a Sunday lunch, and what an amazing find! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by Owner Chef Nikolaos, and Elizabeth, our waitress, provided fantastic service—friendly, attentive, and genuine. It’s clear Nikolaos fosters a great vibe with his staff. The food was incredible. We shared the Paella de Marisco, which was as authentic as it gets. Generous portions, first-rate ingredients, perfectly cooked bomba rice, and none of that overcooked seafood you might find elsewhere. Just excellent. The Calamares a la Andaluza were perfectly fried, light, and not greasy—so much better than what you usually get in the area. And don’t miss the croquette platter—a delicious mix that we’d highly recommend. To top it all off, Nikolaos treated us to some gluten-free desserts: a carrot cake-style treat and a chocolate-dark berry creation. Both were absolutely delicious and didn’t feel like “gluten-free” compromises at all. Everything was devoured. Olé Tapas stands out in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, and we’ll absolutely be back. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out on a real gem. Highly recommend checking out their website to get inspired and then heading over for an unforgettable meal!