Best Spanish Restaurants In London

Having won an award for the best Spanish tapas in London during the 2020/2021 SME Awards, El Pirata really is something special. Escape the busy streets of Mayfair with this vibrant, hidden eatery, where for the last 30 years they've been serving authentic Mediterranean fare in traditional fashion. Expect top-quality hospitality and over 100 fine wines on their list, as well as a range of dishes like gambas pil pil, deep-fried squid and prawn fritters with garlic aioli. What's more, they offer boozy brunches with unlimited sangria here too.

From King's Cross to Shoreditch and Monument, Camino has a number of venues waiting to satisfy your craving for Spanish food. Taking inspiration from this Mediterranean destination, you can expect a warm tapas bar feel with a contemporary edge, alongside Galician fillet steaks, mushroom and butter bean mojo verde, and more - plus the aperitivo, cava and wine to accompany.

Searching for cool Spanish restaurants in London? Barrafina is located on Adelaide Street, as well as Coal Drops Yard and London Bridge. Enjoy munching on tapas such as lamb shanks, ham croquettes, cheese and marinated olives, alongside a glass of wine or beer.

When you need Spanish restaurants in Shoreditch, BiBo is coming in hot with menus of brunch, tapas and paella for you to make your way through. Not only that, but there's a six-course express lunch menu that will only set you back £25.

Nestled in a gorgeous, listed building and fronting a menu of lip-smacking grub, The Olde Wine Shades is one of the best Spanish tapas restaurants in London. Head on over to dive into chunky chips with bravas sauce, rioja-marinated chorizo and serrano meatballs.

Championing the flavours of the Basque region to the heart of Shoreditch, Sagardi is the Curtain Road eatery that comes out on top for premium steaks and regional wines. The perfect date night hangout, the atmosphere here is relaxed and welcoming.

With one of the best Spanish restaurants in London Bridge under their belt, as well as outposts in Fleet Street to Masons Avenue, El Vino's eateries are fantastic if you've got a hankering for delicious Mediterranean food. Pop over for everything from client lunches to date nights.

Ideal for private parties and date nights alike, Pizarro in London Bridge is a Spanish restaurant promising traditional grub fused together with a modern approach to eating out. Come here for the cool interiors and extensive wine list and stay for the mouthwatering tapas.

On the hunt for first-class Spanish eats? We thought as much. Grab your nearest and dearest for a trip to Balham's Betto Tapas & Cocktails. Home to stunning interiors and an adventurous menu to boot, this hotspot won't disappoint. Thirsty? Opt for a bespoke concoction.

Not only will you find tapas, cheese and a whole load of cured meats at Iberica's many outposts, but they also stock over 50 different wines and tasty cocktails to wash it all down. Plus, they're known is known for having some of the best paella in London, so make sure to try that out.

Got a hankering for simple yet perfectly executed Spanish fare? Then Dehesa should be your go-to. The menu here changes seasonally but always showcases a creative range of European bites. And to quench your thirst, choose from wines, beers or cocktails.

Opera Tavern doesn't do its food in half measure, oh no. Mixing European flavours, this is one of the best Spanish restaurants in Covent Garden, serving up the likes of classic tortilla, iberico pork burgers and chorizo magno. Plus, there's a fabulous selection of vinos to pair.

Sporting a casual dining environment, Tapas Revolution is ideal for chilled-out lunches and relaxed dinners. The menu here is jam-packed with crowd-pleasing Spanish classics, from sharing-size paellas to tapas small plates and jugs full of fruity sangria.

If you're on the hunt for Spanish restaurants in Soho, Ember Yard boasts a menu of European fusion cuisine. Chow down on all kinds of mouthwatering morsels, from jamon, leek and manchego croquetas to churros with warm chocolate sauce.

Spanish fine dining restaurant ArrosQD is bringing Valencian techniques and open fire cookery to the heart of Fitzrovia. From tasting menus of varying sizes and indulgence level, to super swanky interiors, this swish spot is making sure your dining experience is extra special.

Head over to Westfield, Borough or Goodge Street where this slick tapas bar cooks up an indulgent selection of small plates and snacks, including cured meats, cheese, croquetas and seafood. To go with your meal, there's a top-notch array of fine Spanish wines, as well as chilled sherries and puddings.

While The Gatehouse may not look like your usual Spanish spot, don't let its appearance fool you; this Highgate gastropub boasts some of the city's best tapas. Using sustainable producers, it rustles up all the classics you know and love, as well as a few signature sensations.

Taking up a prime position near Regent Street and home to a rooftop terrace, Aqua Nueva is a stunning place for a bite to eat. Drawing inspiration from traditional cuisine, the venue offers a choice of Northern Spanish small plates which are ideal for sharing when out with mates or on a date night.

Moro and Morito chef-owners, Sam and Sam Clark, opened their third site on Hackney Road - a follow up to their Exmouth Market location that's been on the scene since 1997. The husband and wife team promise an array of exciting flavours and ingredients from Southern Spain to the mountains of North Africa, with a constantly-changing menu that could include lamb chops in anchovy butter, grilled wild bream and sweet onion tortilla.

Nieves Barragan (previously of Barrafina) has teamed up with the former general manager, Jose Etura, to create Sabor, a two-storey Spanish restaurant located in the heart of Mayfair. Each floor has a different theme, with the ground boasting an open kitchen whipping up dishes from the Basque Country and Catalonia. Upstairs, you'll find notes from Galicia and Castile. Plates include the likes of octopus with Mojo Rojo and stuffed piquillo peppers with braised ox tail.

Combining the finest Scottish seafood with Spanish cuisine and other ingredients is Stoke Newington's Escocesa, a tapas restaurant that's the little sister of Bar Esteban. This laid-back spot is the place for hand-dived Orkney scallops, grilled octopus with white beans puree and capers, and slow-cooked Iberian pig cheek with apple chutney - all washed down by drinks that reflect owner Stephen's love of sherry or your choice of cocktails. Better yet? Executive chef Pablo Rodriguez brings a wealth of experience from Michelin star restaurant Jean Luc Figueras in Catalunya alongside London's Barrafina and Moro.