Boca Botanas tapas bar

Name: Boca Botanas tapas bar
Address: 239 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States, 20878
Telephone: (240) 702-0869
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

51 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Boca Botanas serves authentic international Latin & Spanish Tapas. All The classic small plates from Central, South America & Spain , Argentinian style skirt steak, Peruvian ceviche, Colombian empanadas, Salvadorean Pupusas, Spanish Paella and many other dishes from around the globe. We take pride in our food; all of our sauces and sides are made from scratch, daily and ingredients used for the dishes use ingredients native to its country. Try out our craft cocktails, craft beers, and wines from Latina America & Spain in an intimate setting. We are perfect for birthdays and other celebrations, date night, or just getting out for a quick bite. Our knowledgeable staff will ensure you leave satisfied. we hope you enjoy your visit and would love to hear about your experience.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(240) 702-0869
Website
http://www.bocabotanas.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Oscar Melgar

Location
239 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Area
Gaithersburg
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Aji Chicken PinchosUSD 12.00
Grilled Peruvian Chicken, Rocoto Garlic Aji
Pulled Chicken TostonesUSD 9.00
Bell Peppers, Onions, Tomato Sofrito Sauce, Pico De Gallo, Fried Green Plantain, Parsley
Chicken EmpanadasUSD 10.00
Yucca Crust, Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Onions, Aji Sauce
Chicken QuesadillaUSD 10.00
Chicken, Onions, Bell Peppers, Tomato, Mozzarella Cheese, Chimichurri, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo

Sizzling Tapas

Shrimp & ChorizoUSD 17.00
Bell Peppers, Onions, Orange Citrus Sauce, Parsley
Veggie ParrilladaUSD 14.00
Beets, Brussel Sprouts, Onions, Zucchini, Orange Citrus Sauce
Salmon & ScallopsUSD 22.00
Brussel Sprouts, Bell Peppers, Onions, Broccoli, Orange Citrus Sauce

Ceviches

CevicheUSD 14.00
Corvina, Red Onions, Cilantro, Lemon Juice, Ginger
Jicama ShrimpUSD 15.00
Jicama, Lemon Juice, Serrano Peppers, Cilantro, Red Onions, Avocado, Ginger
AguachileUSD 16.00
Scallops, Shrimp, Spicy Salsa Verde, Lemon Juice, Onions, Cilantro

Entree

Roatan SalmonUSD 23.00
wild salmon, garlic, white wine sauce, spinach, rice
Surf and Turf SaltadoUSD 24.00
sirloin strips, shrimp, chicken, sauteed peppers, onions, hand cut fries, rice, parsley
Lomo SaltadoUSD 18.00
sirloin strips, sauteed peppers, onions, hand cut fries, rice, parsley
Ropa ViejaUSD 16.00
braised beef, bell peppers, onions, beans, rice, parsley
Chicken Chorizo PaellaUSD 21.00
cocktail chorizo, chicken, olives, peas, valencia rice, parsnip tomato pulp, parsley
Quinoa PaellaUSD 15.00
quinoa, carrots, zucchini, squash, parsnip tomato pulp, Valencia rice, parsley
Seafood PaellaUSD 23.00
mussels, shrimp, scallops, Valencia rice, parsnip tomato pulp, parsley

Desserts

Strawberry Cheesecake ChimichangaUSD 6.00
Fresh Strawberries, cinnamon Sugar Rub
Pineapple On FireUSD 10.00
Caramelized Pineapple, Homemade Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream
Tres LechesUSD 6.00
Homemade Cake, Three Different Types Of Milk
ChurrosUSD 8.00
Housemade Hot Chocolate Sauce

Vegetarian Tapas

Pimentos de PadronUSD 10.00
Spanish Blistered Spicy Peppers, Garlic, Olive Oil, Himalayan Salt
TostonesUSD 6.00
Crispy Green Plantain, Parsley, Himalayan Salt
Oliva CrostiniUSD 11.00
Spanish Olives, Manchego Cheese, Tomato, Leek, Caper Garlic Aioli
Crispy Baby SpinachUSD 10.00
Spinach, Pine Nuts, Pumpkin Seeds
Vegetable EmpanadaUSD 8.00
Zucchini, Squash, Bell Peppers, Onions, Potato, Aji Sauce
Yucca FritaUSD 5.00
Cassava Fries, Himalayan Salt, Parsley, Caper Garlic Aioli
Patatas BravasUSD 7.00
Potatoes, Salsa Brava, Green Onions
Jalapeno RellenoUSD 9.00
Jalapeno, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Peppers, Onions, Spanisch Olives, Pepper Jack / Cheddar
Ensalada RusaUSD 11.00
Beets, Peppers, Carrots, Cabbage, Cream
Esparrago de NavarraUSD 13.00
White Asparagus, basque Cheese, salsa Verde, Parsley
Avocado Hearts Of Palm SaladUSD 13.00
Avocado, Hearts Of Palm, Jicama, Onions, Cilantro, Ginger, Lemon
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUSD 13.00
Beets, Goat Cheese, Micro Green, Basil, Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Seafood Tapas

Kickass SalmonUSD 18.00
Wild Salmon, Kickass Sauce, Strawberries, Coconut Rice
Gambas al AjilloUSD 15.00
Shrimp, Garlic Cream Sauce, Olive Oil, Ciabatta, Parsley
Quinoa Crusted ShrimpUSD 15.00
Crunchy Shrimp, Honey Ginger Glaze, Mashed Potatoes, Spring Onions
Saffron ScallopsUSD 15.00
Saffron Reduction, Yucca Mash, Applewood Bacon Chips, Parsley
Guava Bacon Wrapped ShrimpUSD 18.00
Grilled Shrimp, Sweet Guava Glaze, Applewood Bacon, Mashed Potatoes
Shrimp Scallop EnchilladaUSD 17.00
Pepper Jack Cheddar, Black Beans, Onions, Cream Sauce, Yellow Rice, Micro Cilantro
BoqueronesUSD 16.00
White Anchovy, Olive Oil, Garlic, Lemon, Spanish Herbs

Meat Tapas

Chorizo al Vino TinoUSD 14.00
Spanish Cocktail Chorizo, Red Wine, Olive Oil, Ciabatta, Parsley
ChurrascoUSD 13.00
Skirt Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Chimichurri
Yucca Con ChicharonUSD 12.00
Crispy Pork Shoulder Seared In Sofrito Sauce, Pickled Cabbage, Cassava Fries, Parsley
Pupusas RevueltasUSD 10.00
Pulled Pork, Mozzarella Cheese, Pickled Cabbage
Steak EmpanadaUSD 11.00
Skirt Steak, Yucca Crust, Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Onions, Aji Sauce
Ropa Vieja QuesadillaUSD 13.00
Cuban Braised Beef, Onions, Bell Peppers, Tomato, Mozzarella Cheese, Chimichurri, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo
Ropa Vieja TostonesUSD 10.00
Cuban Braised Beef, Tomato Sofrito Sauce, Pico De Gallo, Crispy Green Plantain
PicanhaUSD 21.00
Brazilian Grilled Steak, Habanero Salt Rub, Ensalada Rusa

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.3Service
3.9Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

51 Reviews

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Roni
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was superb! An eclectic mix of Latin American flavors. Service was casual and friendly.
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LaurenS
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 October 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our servers Ashley and Mike were incredible! Very attentive and knowledgeable. The food was beautiful and delicious. The portions are a bit bigger than typical tapas. Would highly recommend the Elote Loco Nachos from the Happy Hour Menu!!
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Maadi
Baltimore
25 reviews
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on 18 September 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was good, but the place was understaffed. We ordered a handful of tapas. Two of the tapas were incorrect, which they did correct. But it was well into our meal before they remembered that we had also ordered drinks. The staff was very nice and comp'd our drinks, but by then we had a 'sour taste' in our mouths, despite the food being delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 July 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. We’ve tried the gambas al ajillo, ceviche, empanadas, churrasco, salmon, everything!! And the owner Michael is the best. Super cool and passionate guy, it comes out in the cooking. Oh and get a margarita :)
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DebZ
Baltimore
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were pleasantly surprised that everything was so tasty. This was our first time there and the 8 of us ordered about 10 different dishes. There wasn’t a single one that I wouldn’t order again.
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mjohn
Baltimore
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing! We ordered the yucca frites as appetizer and it came with 4 sauces - ranging from mild to hot. For entrees we got the Churasco - which was the evening’s hit especially for our 10’year old. We also got the roatan salmon (which had an amazing flavor - the salmon is layered in with spinach and rice), steak empanadas and picanha steak, and the churros for dessert. We would definitely go again!
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Nancy
Washington DC
31 reviews
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
This was our first time at Boca Botanas. The dress code said business casual, but this place was clearly casual. There were lots of fish and vegetarian options, but many were deep fried, so not as healthy as we would have liked. The avocado-hearts of palm salad was delicious and went well with the ceviche. Portions were good sized. Overall, it was a nice having a Spanish food restaurant nearby but we probably won’t be back.
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MichelleM
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! We travel over an hour to go to this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The surf and turf saltado was amazing and the mamasita drink was really good.
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Foodie
Toronto
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 10 October 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was good. Waitstaff was a little slow but the food came out in good time once waitstaff took the orders. Pineapple on fire dessert was not very good at all.
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Patty13
Washington DC
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Nice neighborhood spot. Great place to meet a friend and share tapas. Real nice group of people who manage and work there. I will go back!
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Boca Botanas tapas bar is rated 4.3 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

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239 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Additional information

Area
Gaithersburg
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Latin American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Oscar Melgar
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bocabotanas.com/
Phone number
(240) 702-0869

Boca Botanas tapas bar

Not available on OpenTable

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Chicken Tapas

Aji Chicken PinchosUSD 12.00

Pulled Chicken TostonesUSD 9.00

Chicken EmpanadasUSD 10.00

Chicken QuesadillaUSD 10.00

Sizzling Tapas

Shrimp & ChorizoUSD 17.00

Veggie ParrilladaUSD 14.00

Salmon & ScallopsUSD 22.00

Ceviches

CevicheUSD 14.00

Jicama ShrimpUSD 15.00

AguachileUSD 16.00

Entree

Roatan SalmonUSD 23.00

Surf and Turf SaltadoUSD 24.00

Lomo SaltadoUSD 18.00

Ropa ViejaUSD 16.00

Chicken Chorizo PaellaUSD 21.00

Quinoa PaellaUSD 15.00

Seafood PaellaUSD 23.00

Desserts

Strawberry Cheesecake ChimichangaUSD 6.00

Pineapple On FireUSD 10.00

Tres LechesUSD 6.00

ChurrosUSD 8.00

Vegetarian Tapas

Pimentos de PadronUSD 10.00

TostonesUSD 6.00

Oliva CrostiniUSD 11.00

Crispy Baby SpinachUSD 10.00

Vegetable EmpanadaUSD 8.00

Yucca FritaUSD 5.00

Patatas BravasUSD 7.00

Jalapeno RellenoUSD 9.00

Ensalada RusaUSD 11.00

Esparrago de NavarraUSD 13.00

Avocado Hearts Of Palm SaladUSD 13.00

Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUSD 13.00

Seafood Tapas

Kickass SalmonUSD 18.00

Gambas al AjilloUSD 15.00

Quinoa Crusted ShrimpUSD 15.00

Saffron ScallopsUSD 15.00

Guava Bacon Wrapped ShrimpUSD 18.00

Shrimp Scallop EnchilladaUSD 17.00

BoqueronesUSD 16.00

Meat Tapas

Chorizo al Vino TinoUSD 14.00

ChurrascoUSD 13.00

Yucca Con ChicharonUSD 12.00

Pupusas RevueltasUSD 10.00

Steak EmpanadaUSD 11.00

Ropa Vieja QuesadillaUSD 13.00

Ropa Vieja TostonesUSD 10.00

PicanhaUSD 21.00

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