If you’re searching for Spanish food in Vancouver, Casa Molina should be on your list. The restaurant delivers classic Spanish flavours with modern technique, and it’s quickly becoming a reliable option for anyone craving paella, fideuà, croquetas, and other traditional plates done well. Our visit covered some of their most popular dishes, including their seafood-forward fideuà, which is a paella-style preparation made with thin noodles instead of rice – a great find for anyone specifically seeking paella in Vancouver but open to a regional twist. Check out my full Casa Molina Vancouver review below for my recommendations and must order dishes.
Casa Molina Vancouver Review – Platos De La Casa And Clásicos
To start our meal off we went with:
- Setas Silvestres Con Foie Y Puerro ($24.00) with Artisan Bread ($6.00)
- Pata De Pulpo Con Sobrasada Octopus ($36.00)
- Croquetas (Jamón/Gambas/Espinacas) ($6.00 each)
- Cachopo ($39.00)
Starting off strong with Setas Silvestres con Foie y Puerro which features a weekly selection of wild mushrooms cooked down with confit garlic and a Pedro Ximénez reduction.
The flavours are deep, slightly sweet, and exactly the kind of thing you want bread for. The foie gras and smoked leek mosaic on top pushes it into full comfort territory. The bread add-on is a must.
The Pata De Pulpo Con Sobrasada Octopus which features perfectly grilled octopus served with a seasonal purée and a rich, paprika-forward sobrasada spread. The texture is spot on, the octopus is so tender with a bit of char. The sobrasada adds heat and depth without overwhelming the octopus.
We tried a mix of all 3 Croquetas – Jamón, Gambas, and Espinacas. All three deliver that classic crisp shell with a creamy center. Jamón is the savoury favourite, Gambas has a nice briny sweetness, and Espinacas is mild but balanced. Easy to order too many, but no regrets.
The Cachopo is full-on comfort dish: breaded beef tenderloin stuffed with Serrano ham and Manchego, then deep-fried until golden. It’s big, rich, and unapologetic. The piquillo peppers on the side cut through the heaviness just enough. If you’re a fan of cordon bleu–style dishes, this one lands even better.
Casa Molina Vancouver Review – Paellas Y Fideuà
All the paellas and fideuàs at Casa Molina are prepared using the traditional Valencian method with their house-made sofrito, pimentón, and saffron, and require a minimum of 20-30 minutes of preparation time. All paella and fideuà is served with house made garlic aioli and lemon wedges. We decided to try their Mariscos Fideuà as it is a new dish to us. It features thin noodles instead of rice, cooked with prawns, shrimps, squid, scallops, mussels, clams, red pepper, onion, and seafood stock. The broth reduction gives the noodles a toasted, almost nutty flavour, and the seafood mix is generous. It’s a shareable dish with serious depth.
Worth a Try?
Casa Molina isn’t hard to spot – the bright red house makes it one of the most recognizable restaurants on the block, and the food makes it one worth remembering. They deliver with confident cooking, rich flavours, and plates meant to be shared. Whether you’re going for croquetas and wine or diving into something bigger like the fideuà or cachopo, the experience feels intentional and satisfying from start to finish. The space is very cozy so reservations are highly recommended!
Casa Molina
Address: 2211 Manitoba St, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1K1
Website: http://www.casamolina.ca/