
Santiago's Bodega
Santiago's Bodega is a lively Spanish tapas and wine bar in Orlando's Mills 50 district that captures the communal spirit of late-night Spanish eating — small plates, good wine, and conversations that stretch well past midnight. The Patatas Bravas, fried potato cubes topped with a smoky paprika aioli and a drizzle of spicy tomato sauce, are the essential starter that sets the tone for the meal ahead. The Charcuterie Board, laden with imported Spanish ham, manchego, and house-marinated olives, is a relaxed way to begin the evening while working through the extensive Spanish wine and sherry list. The interior channels a warm bodega aesthetic — exposed brick, candlelight, and a perpetually buzzing bar. Come for tapas at 9 p.m., share six to eight small plates between two people, and let the evening unfold naturally.