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Cha Cha Cha
Tapas Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
Haight Ashbury, San Francisco
This tapas restaurant is famous for their seafood. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"mushrooms, plantain cakes and cajun shrimp were delicious."(21 Tips)
"Get a pitcher of sangria and split some small plates for a good time"(8 Tips)
"chicken paillard and the platanos madernos"(7 Tips)
"I loved the food, including jerk chicken, plaintains... Delish!"(9 Tips)
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SingleMan ProblemsDecember 23, 2013Fantastic Sangria, good selection of draft beers, and delicious eats. The atmosphere, decor, service, and music are fantastic; very clean restrooms. Great place in the heart of Haight St!
You'll come for the sangria. Don't miss the Chile glazed wings, smoky rich flavor fitting for a Spanish king. Cha cha cha also has the best guacamole you can get. Great balance of flavors.
PoojaSeptember 9, 2016Good portions, great to share. Jerk chicken over rice was well-spiced and tasty! Super crowded on weekends, long waits.
Chris ShonApril 3, 2015Jerk Chicken, Spanish rice w black beans, seafood paella, Cajun shrimp, ceviche. Great portions. Service could be a little more attentive.
Brandy LoveMay 30, 2015Anything you order here is good. Most friendly and talented staff. Made some amazing friends here. Will always come back when I'm in San Fran! 💙💚💙💚
Nel M AjeroJuly 23, 2013I totally love this place. There is one located in the Mission but energy is totally different. This is the place to be. It's still get crowded but we'll worth the wait.
the sauce on the Cajun shrimp is so so good. be sure to ask for extra bread. and the warm spinach salad with bacon is another favorite. wash them down with sangria.
Mike Ottavi-BrannonOctober 20, 2019Cajun shrimp is exceptional. Skip the chips and guac and save some room for the Ropa Vieja or the Vaca Frita
Anna HargreavesOctober 2, 2013I love the crazy wall decorations. The Sangria was a bit like mulled wine. We had main meals instead of tapas. The pork with beans is good and hearty.
NanaJuly 31, 2016What others said >> Cajun shrimp is deeeelicious, arroz con pollo is really good and the portions are huge. And the sangria 🍷🍷🍷🍷
Always get the sangria, and then cancel your plans for the next day. Staff is great.- VarunSeptember 12, 2016Nice tapas; jerk chicken was tasty as a main course. Long wait times on the weekend, which is not surprising.
Matthew WheatcroftApril 24, 2012Excellent fare; had the cajub shrimp, pork quesadilla, chicken pailliard, and a mini pitcher of sangria. Perfect combo! As you can; TASTY!
- Elizabeth BarelliSeptember 17, 2013mushrooms, plantain cakes and cajun shrimp were delicious. A bit loud, so you have to be in the mood for some exotic music!
David MarkMay 23, 2013If you live here then this is a "duh" statement. Hit Amoeba Records before or after your meal. While here at Cha Cha Cha, try the Cuban. Perfect!
Yezel RMay 6, 2014The Cajun shrimp sauce is so amazing, along with the rice & black beans & you can't forget the plantains. So delish!
Rachel RebeccaNovember 21, 2016Great tasty food. I had their jerk chicken and pieya. Service is really really friendly
Akuba_TOctober 21, 2013Everything I ate was good...down to the sauce. Try it all. This is a rare recommendation from me.
Sarah SilvaMay 31, 2013Has a very Cuban feel! Food came out very quickly and piping hot. Try the plantains, they were a group favorite!!
Cristina GJanuary 4, 2015Kitchen is closed from 4pm to 5pm. However, you can enjoy a delicious glass of Sangria while you wait for kitchen to open.
Eric WuebbenNovember 18, 2012Stick to the Cajun shrimp, ceviche and mushrooms. Plus a pitcher of sangria. Decently priced and tasty. Good atmosphere.
Sherilynn MacaleApril 12, 2013The warm spinach salad is one of the best things on the menu. Seriously. I know it sounds crazy, but you have to try it!
kelly figJune 11, 2013cajun shrimp is spicy! too hot for me to really enjoy. sangria helps cool your mouth off. the warm spinach salad is good.
M Aldoss ♏April 2, 2016I Loved the Atmosphere of the restaurant, but I wasn't Really Happy with the food. The Cha Chicken was not bad.
ChelsaurJuly 8, 2013Fantastic food. Mussels were delicious, and the sauce they were in went well on some plain rice. Great little place.
Ali AndersonNovember 30, 2014Fried plantains, shrimp, and the deadliest sangria in town. One of my favorite spots.- SarahSeptember 2, 2013The chicken paillard and the platanos madernos are orgasmic, definitely must haves with a pitcher of sangria.
Anastasia CoussoulisMarch 2, 2014The kitchen is closed from 4-5pm daily so plan accordingly. They'll let you grab a table and drink until the kitchen reopens.
Esther NgJanuary 25, 2010Grab a couple friends and head to Cha Cha Cha in the Haight for pitchers of sangria. Order a variety from the tapas menu and share. Cajun shrimp and calamari are must haves.
Jillian SmithJuly 28, 2013Platanos and paella are must haves. Paired with a pitcher of Sangria, of course.
Stacey~MarieMay 13, 2014Tapas are amazing! Such a fun atmosphere in here too!!! Good times. Great eats.
Najeed KhanJune 29, 2013Two bronze colored cupids hanging from the ceiling above the marble bar! Other interesting decor as well!
Rose VastaNovember 28, 2012Yes! Listen to everyone and get the sangria! !its actually made right. Strong but tasty!
Mary AustinAugust 17, 2011Don't bother ordering the entrees, get a variety of tapas plates and share. Don't forget to get extra bread for the broth with the mussels!
Elena V.April 21, 2015Like the fun, kitschy space but let's be honest- food is very average. Sangria is subpar-think people rave about it as its only $5... Guess it's ok for price but nothing special, cheap ingredients.
The warm spinach salad, the Cajun shrimp, the wings, and the sangria are musts.
Donal CarrollJune 12, 2010If you like steak, get the excellent steak + black beans and chimichurri (It may be a special, but it always seems to be on the menu -- very tasty!)
JanelleFebruary 23, 2012Caking shrimp & wings are a must; also dip your bread in the cabin shrimp sauce
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(415) 386-7670
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