Tapas 51

4.4 (111)

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

3415 Hwy 51, Fort Mill, SC 29715

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About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

Tapas 51 is a locally inspired Farm to Fork - Modern Hispanic. Chef Aaron Rivera puts his take on cuisines from Mexico, Central America, and South America in a tapas form. Using Local North and South Carolina Farms. Enjoy craft beers, specialty cocktails, and classic rock on the big screens.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, South American, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://Tapas51.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Aaron Rivera
Private party facilities
Tapas 51 is the purveyor of modern Hispanic tapas, chef driven creations, craft beers, and fine wine. Chef Aaron puts his take on cuisines from Mexico, South America, and Central America in a tapas form using local North Carolina and South Carolina farms.

Location
3415 Hwy 51, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Area
South Charlotte
Cross Street
Carowinds Blvd.
Parking Details
Full private parking lot attached to restaurant.
Additional
Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Pig Ear SaladUS$12.00
tega hill greens / aji panca / queso fresco
Butternut and Beet
whipped ricotta /candied walnuts / orange reduction
Fresh off the Boat Ceviche
chef's daily creation
- MKP
Octopus and ChorizoUS$13.00
fennel mole / purple potatoes
Hamachi CrudoUS$14.00
Serrano / mustard seed / brown butter avocado
Chorizo Brussel SproutsUS$8.00
chili honey / red onion / white balsamic

Tacos Y Platos Fuertes

Chili Coffee Crusted Brisket TacosUS$10.00
charred onion chimichurri/ queso fresco/ avocado
Charred Bacon TacosUS$14.00
mole / crema / onion salsa
N.C. Grouper Fish TacosUS$14.00
shrimp bisque / radishes / pickled red onion
Catracho Fried RiceUS$15.00
braised Border Springs lamb / pickled broccoli
Colombian Chorizo SlidersUS$10.00
pan de bono / poblano ricotta / pickled red onions
Churrasco De ResUS$17.00
chimichurri / plantain chips / red bean whip
Peruvian Shrimp PupusaUS$10.00
aji amarillo/ pickled red onion/ avocado/ pickled Fresno's
Bok Bok Chicken ChickenUS$12.00
honey guajillo / jalapeño ranch / arugula
Braised Pork NacatamalesUS$16.00
olives / sweet potatoes / crema
B.B.F. Brisket EmpanadasUS$12.00
white cheddar/ pickled vegetables / charred onion aioli

Sweet Tooth

Pot BrownieUS$7.00
pistachio candy / rumchata anglaise / Mexican chocolate powder
SopapillasUS$7.00
chili honey / apple butter / candied hazelnuts
Tres LechesUS$7.00
sangria, black berries, thin mints
ChocotortaUS$7.00
dulce de leche / mascarpone / vanilla cookie

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Tapas 51.

4.4

(111)

4.5Food
4.3Service
3.9Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

111 Reviews

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ThomasF
South Carolina7 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was completely dissatisfied with this experience and I have Open Table to thank for making for a ruined valentines dinner with my girlfriend. I made reservations about a week ahead of the holiday only to discover in my e-mail on Valentines day that the reservations were cancelled by Open Table because their relationship with Tappa's 51 was cancelled. I called the restaurant at the number provided and got a notice the number was discontinued. I am currently not very happy with Open Table
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Charlotte1 review
1.0
Dined on 14 February 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The location closed and didn't bother canceling reservations until the day they closed when Open Table informed us (day before Valentine's Day.. a little late to be helpful)
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FabiolaM
Charlotte18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 February 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food
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SKSK
Atlanta3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 January 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food here has been wonderful both times we've dined here. Interesting flavors and flawless execution. We've had great service both times, nicely timing the courses and explaining the dishes. The only negative both times was the noise level. There are lots of hard surfaces and when the place is full it gets very loud. Not a place for a quiet, intimate dinner. The music is turned up loud as well, contributing to the overall level. Their outside space looks fun and we look forward to trying it out in warmer weather.
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KatieL
Charlotte2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 January 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our table wasn't available when we arrived. The hostess offered to seat us at the bar and comp us each a glass of wine for our wait. She was very apologetic and we were fine waiting a bit. We had the guacamole appetizer (delicious!), chorizo Brussels sprouts (also delicious!), lamb fried rice (very spicy and yummy), and a skewered chicken dish (sauce on top of chicken wasn't our favorite, but not a bad dish). All of it was spicy and really good. We got an apple dessert that was also very good. Not very sweet which was fine with us. Pretty expensive overall and our waitress didn't seem to be having a great evening, but we had a lovely meal.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 January 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful service and ambiance. Food slightly less impressive than the rest. A little overpriced even for what you get but good food overall.
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GypsyDRB Gold
Charlotte3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 January 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I'm annoyed. Tapas 51 has been around for a bit, and I've only just 'discovered' it. It's a bit tucked away, but the food was great, the service was great...why am I just now adding it to my 'staying local, don't want to go Uptown' restaurant rotation which includes only 1-2 other places sadly. Thought of trying it...do it. Haven't been back in a while...go. Thanks to Landis for taking care of us. We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte1 review
3.0
Dined on 20 January 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was very good, but also over priced. Menu was very hard to read because of the color scheme. The acoustics of the building were horrible. Very loud and hard to have conversation. Also, very tight seating. We were so close to our neighbors. They should forego the restaurant and do a food truck.
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pgbg Gold
Charlotte9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 January 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious! Brisket tacos were outstanding, glazed carrots were as well. Great meal!
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twofrenchies Gold
Charlotte77 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 January 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Amazing tapas with great flavors, delightful sauces and perfect pairings. Greatly enjoyed Tapas 51 and hope to see it grow and succeed. Location is a bit off and it feels more like a bar but wow the food!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, South American, Contemporary Mexican
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://Tapas51.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Aaron Rivera
Private party facilities
Tapas 51 is the purveyor of modern Hispanic tapas, chef driven creations, craft beers, and fine wine. Chef Aaron puts his take on cuisines from Mexico, South America, and Central America in a tapas form using local North Carolina and South Carolina farms.

Location
3415 Hwy 51, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Area
South Charlotte
Cross Street
Carowinds Blvd.
Parking Details
Full private parking lot attached to restaurant.
Additional
Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Tapas 51

About this restaurant

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Menu

Bites / Bocaditos

Queso Fondido SkewersUS$10.00

Fresh Made GuacamoleUS$10.00

Chili PopcornUS$4.00

Pickled House VegetablesUS$6.00

Hot SaucesUS$1.00

Ceviche / Ensalada / Vegitales

Pig Ear SaladUS$12.00

Butternut and Beet

Fresh off the Boat Ceviche

Octopus and ChorizoUS$13.00

Hamachi CrudoUS$14.00

Chorizo Brussel SproutsUS$8.00

Tacos Y Platos Fuertes

Chili Coffee Crusted Brisket TacosUS$10.00

Charred Bacon TacosUS$14.00

N.C. Grouper Fish TacosUS$14.00

Catracho Fried RiceUS$15.00

Colombian Chorizo SlidersUS$10.00

Churrasco De ResUS$17.00

Peruvian Shrimp PupusaUS$10.00

Bok Bok Chicken ChickenUS$12.00

Braised Pork NacatamalesUS$16.00

B.B.F. Brisket EmpanadasUS$12.00

Sweet Tooth

Pot BrownieUS$7.00

SopapillasUS$7.00

Tres LechesUS$7.00

ChocotortaUS$7.00

Reviews

Additional information

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