For tapas and drinks in Mountain View, locals recommend Cascal, a tapas bar that serves a variety of both small and large plates. Though the ambiance is spirited and lively, Cascal can get loud, especially in the evenings. Regulars recommend the ahi tuna tartare, the paella Cascal, the wild mushroom empanadas, the Spanish tapas sampler, the Valencia salad, and the fresh watermelon salad. Come by for happy hour and take advantage of the discount on pitchers of sangria. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and the deals do not disappoint, regulars say.

Cascal is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Cascal
400 Castro Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 940-9500
www.cascalrestaurant.com/site2011/index.asp
www.yelp.com/biz/cascal-mountain-view

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