Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileBulla Gastrobar Tampa
Tampa, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Bulla Gastrobar runs a Spanish-leaning beverage program with a split personality: sharp signature cocktails like the Spanish Old Fashioned and lemongrass-scented Collins, plus a deep wine list anchored by sherry and Rioja. Happy hour discounts keep house pours accessible, while sangrias by the pitcher turn the bar into a group destination. The mocktail and fresh lemonade lineup shows equal care for non-drinkers. A competent, crowd-pleasing bar with a few genuinely interesting moves.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Spanish Old Fashioned, a bourbon-based cocktail with chocolate bitters and cream sherry. For something brighter, the Lemongrass Collins brings gin, elderflower, and cucumber. If you're in a group, order a pitcher of Sangría Roja. During happy hour, house specialty cocktails are $10 and selected wines are half off.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who appreciate Spanish classics like Kalimotxo and Rebujito will find familiar ground. Wine enthusiasts will like the sherry selection and the chance to splurge on Vega Sicilia Valbuena. Non-drinkers are well served by the mocktails and fresh lemonades. Groups can share sangrias by the pitcher.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is the clear draw: house specialty cocktails at $10, house liquors at $9, and selected wines half off.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $15-$16, with happy hour specialties at $10. Spanish classics and sangrias by the glass start around $12.5. Wine by the glass spans $10-$25, and bottles go up to $545. Beers are $7-$12. Mocktails and lemonades are $5-$9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program leans heavily into Spanish tradition, offering Kalimotxo, Tinto de Verano, and Rebujito alongside a sherry-focused wine list. The cocktail menu shows more global ambition, with infusions like cardamom-currant syrup and peach-oolong lavender. This dual identity—authentic Spanish classics plus modern craft—sets it apart from typical cocktail bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A solid cocktail program with creative signature drinks and a nod to Spanish classics. The Spanish Old Fashioned and Bulla Mule show thoughtful ingredient choices, while happy hour pricing makes them accessible.
Menu strengths
- — Signature cocktails use quality spirits and house-made syrups.
- — Happy hour pricing on specialty cocktails is a strong value.
- — Spanish classics like Kalimotxo and Rebujito add authenticity.
Standout selections
- — Spanish Old Fashioned: Four Roses Bourbon, chocolate bitters, Cream Sherry, syrup, orange peel.
- — Bulla Mule: Wint & Lila Vodka, Fever-Tree ginger beer, fresh lime, cardamom & currant infused syrup, candied ginger.
- — Lemongrass Collins: Puerto de Indias Gin, Elderflower, lemongrass syrup, cucumber.
Pricing: Cocktails $15-$16; happy hour specialty cocktails $10; Spanish classics $12.5.
Wine
An extensive Spanish-focused wine list with sherry, sparkling, and reds from Ribera del Duero. Prices range from accessible to high-end, and happy hour discounts increase value.
Menu strengths
- — Deep Spanish wine list including sherry and Vega Sicilia Valbuena.
- — Sangria varieties serve as a crowd-pleasing wine-based option.
Standout selections
- — Manzanilla La Gitana sherry from Sanlúcar de Barrameda.
- — Vega Sicilia Valbuena 2020 from Ribera del Duero.
- — Sangría Roja: red wine, brandy, triple sec, lemon-lime soda, chopped orange.
Pricing: Wine by the glass $10-$25; bottles $32-$545; happy hour selected wines 50% off.
Beer
A compact but well-chosen beer list mixing Spanish lagers with local craft. The inclusion of Jai Alai and Daura non-alcoholic beer adds variety. Happy hour discounts make it a safe bet.
Menu strengths
- — Spanish draft options like Mahou and Estrella Damm.
- — Local Florida craft represented by Jai Alai.; Non-alcoholic beer Daura available.
Standout selections
- — Mahou draft: Spanish lager, crisp and sessionable.
- — Jai Alai IPA: Florida craft with citrusy hops.
Pricing: Draft beers $7-$9; bottled beers $8-$12; happy hour $3 off.
Nonalcoholic
A thoughtful non-alcoholic program with creative mocktails and fresh-squeezed lemonades. The Mango Mule and Avocado Margarita show effort beyond basic sodas.
Menu strengths
- — Creative mocktails using Fever-Tree ginger beer and agave.
- — Fresh-squeezed lemonades in multiple flavors.; Traditional horchata adds a Spanish touch.
Standout selections
- — Mango Mule: mango purée, lime juice, syrup, Fever-Tree ginger beer.
- — Lavender Peach Oolong Lemonade: lemon juice, peach lavender syrup, oolong infusion.
Pricing: Mocktails $9; lemonades $5-$6; horchata $7.5; non-alcoholic beer $9.
Spirits
A broad spirits selection from house to premium, covering all major categories. The range supports both cocktails and event packages. Happy hour pricing on house liquors is a notable value.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range from house to premium spirits.; Spirits used in signature cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Four Roses Bourbon: house bourbon used in the Spanish Old Fashioned.
- — Patrón Silver: premium tequila available for cocktails.
Pricing: House liquors $9 at happy hour; drink packages $20-$75 per person.
How it sits with the food
The sangria is recommended to accompany tapas, per customer reviews, and the wine list includes Spanish whites and reds that would naturally pair with the menu's shareable plates. The Spanish Old Fashioned with cream sherry could work as an aperitif before paella.
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