Question 1

What are your Panama City Beach opening hours?

Accepted Answer

We are open Monday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. We welcome you to join us any day of the week for delicious American tapas.

Question 2

Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free American options?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have several delicious vegetarian and gluten-free choices available. Please inform your server about any dietary restrictions when you visit La Crema.

Question 3

Do you take reservations at your Inlet Beach location?

Accepted Answer

We currently do not take reservations, but we often seat guests immediately. We encourage you to arrive early, especially during peak dining times.

Question 4

Is parking available at La Crema Tapas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, convenient parking is available near our location at 38 Main Street in Inlet Beach. Look for designated parking areas nearby when you visit.

Question 5

La Crema serves tapas. Can you explain what tapas are and where they originated?

Accepted Answer

Tapas originated in Spain in the 19th century. Tapa means "to cover" in Spanish, and there are numerous stories as to how the word became associated with food. The most popular story is that restaurants and bars would serve a small tapa, such as toasted bread with charcuterie and a glass of sherry, to a customer and would place the bread over the glass to keep the fruit flies out. Tapas can be served hot or cold. Popular cold tapas include small plates featuring olives, cured meats, cheeses, tomatoes and bacalao, which is salted cod served with bread. Albondigas, patatas bravas and empanadas are popular hot tapas. Spaniards usually enjoy their dinner very late in the evening, so after the workday they frequent tapas restaurants and bars to tide themselves over.

Question 6

Tell us how Spain’s cuisine and culture influences La Crema’s menu.

Accepted Answer

At La Crema, we offer our guests traditional tapas, as well as chef-inspired small plates. I draw a lot of my inspiration from the Andalusia and Basque regions of Spain. Some of our more popular and traditional offerings are Patatas Bravas, Piquillo Peppers, Paella, Albondigas and Serrano Wrapped Figs. Some of our most popular non-traditional small plates are our Brussels Sprouts, Ceviche, Crab Cakes, Lobster Mac, Lamb Asada and Blue Crab Rangoons.

Question 7

What’s the secret to La Crema’s wildly popular desserts?

Accepted Answer

Chef Alex and his team spend a lot of time preparing these items. The execution, consistency and specialty chocolate is the secret that makes all our desserts so unbelievably good and sought after.

Question 8

Guests wait hours to dine at La Crema. What makes it so popular?

Accepted Answer

Rosemary Beach is always bustling with people enjoying the scenery, and coming to or from the beach. What makes La Crema so great is that its menu presents the opportunity to visit at any time of day. Whether guests visit for lunch, wine and tapas, or want to try some of our larger shared plates for dinner, La Crema always satisfies. Guests now have the option to dine inside or to dine al fresco, as well, which I think takes the atmosphere up a notch.

Question 9

La Crema’s menu features a lot of seafood. Tell us where the proteins are sourced.

Accepted Answer

La Crema utilizes all wild- and Gulf-caught seafood. We order our fresh fish from Inland Seafood in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Water Street Seafood in Apalachicola, Florida.

Question 10

Is La Crema kid-friendly?

Accepted Answer

La Crema welcomes folks of all ages! We think your little ones will love our Chocolate Fondue. Dress accordingly. ;)

Question 11

Can La Crema accommodate large parties?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your party is large, we recommend visiting for lunch to avoid a long wait time. The larger the party, the longer the wait, of course. If your group has more than 12 guests, we will likely have to seat you at separate tables.

Question 12

Does La Crema take reservations?

Accepted Answer

La Crema operates on beach time, so we seat guests on a first-come, first-served basis. We do not accept reservations or call-ahead additions to the waitlist, but hope you will still join us. If there is a wait, you can grab a drink from the bar to enjoy until your table is ready!

Question 13

Does La Crema have free parking?

Accepted Answer

Restaurants like ours located on Main Street don’t have a dedicated parking lot, but Rosemary Beach does offer free parking at the corner of Highway 30A and Main Street. There are a few free street parking spots along Main Street, too. If you visit during a busy season, strolling to La Crema is a great, no-fuss option. 30A is a very walkable area!

Question 14

Does La Crema sell gift cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes! La Crema gift cards can be used at any Spell Restaurant Group establishment. They can be purchased in store or online. For a complete list of SRG restaurants along 30A and in Memphis, Tennessee, click here.

Question 15

Is La Crema open for lunch?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are open for lunch at 11 a.m. Tapas and chocolate before a beach day, anyone?

Question 16

Is La Crema dog-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Totally! Bring your well-behaved pup with you and request a patio table when you arrive. If you have a service animal, it is welcome inside, of course.

Question 17

Does La Crema have gluten-free options?

Accepted Answer

La Crema has several gluten-free options for you to enjoy that are noted with (gf) on the menu. Many items can be modified in a way that makes them gluten-free, too. Your server will be happy to help you navigate the menu if you have dietary restrictions.

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