I'm sorry I don't understand the hype…read more We waited 15min in the rain to be seated only to be given a 1.5hour dinning time. Hey initially brought a drinks menu to us when we are waiting in the queue but they didn't come to take our order until we got our table so I don't see the point. We ordered a wine and a beer. Wine tasted worse than most wine we have in other restaurants and the beer is with a thick foam and small glass.. The food is alright but with the service and portion, I didn't think we get our money's worth.

Bermondsey Street was a main thoroughfare for us. It may not have always been the most direct route…read morebut when you don't know where you're going, it's good to go where you know as you figure it out. I will say that the app - City Mapper - is worth installing on your phone. Oh, but when you're travelling out of the US, you don't want to pay the high roaming charges. Then I say, go to the "airalo" website and see if what they offer might meet your needs, and if it does, install it too. Most newer phones allow you to install electronic SIMs. If you follow the instructions very carefully, you can set your phone up to use this second line for local data access and that will allow City Mapper to run for you while you roam around. I know that I'm sounding like a commercial but that's how much I liked using the app. While I didn't always know which direction I was facing, by watching the app as I moved, I could see if I was heading toward or away from my target. Okay, back to Jose. We walked by this place several times, both during the day and at night. They always had guests, especially at night when the crowd seemed to spill out of the restaurant to the outside tables and surrounding area. People looked happy as they indulged in their food and wine. We stopped once and read the menu. It's quite small and written on a chalkboard. It looks like every now and then, they erase something and write something else up. Having been to Barcelona, we weren't particularly impressed with the menu and didn't plan on dining there. Until I read the reviews. And looked at their website and learned about Jose Pizzaro, chef, owner of six restaurants in London and one in Abu Dhabi, author of six cookbooks, a regular on BBC cooking shows AND that the Tapas Bar Jose is mentioned as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide. Service was wonderful. It was cool watching Chef prepare our food. The Pan con Tomate was so simple and yet so delicious. A slice of bread, toasted, rubbed with garlic, rubbed roughly with a ripe tomato, slightly salted and drizzled with olive oil. I could eat that every single day and LOSE WEIGHT. The Bermondsey Bomba was like a giant Porto Bakery (forgive me Jose) Potato Ball with more meat in a spicy sauce placed on top of a bed of aioli with a dollop of seasoned tomato paste on top. I could eat these every single day and GAIN WEIGHT. The Boquerones were heavenly. The Clams with Garlic and Parsley, devine. And the Patatas Bravas...come on man, they're just potatoes! Crispy on the outside, soft and warming on the inside. Once again, the aioli and seasoned tomato paste just brings it all together. Service was warm and friendly. They were kind enough to let us order in rounds so we could gauge how much to order. Honestly, we had five dishes and were stuffed. Pictures to follow.

This tiny tapas bar would be easy to miss, as it's nestled in one of the arches under the tracks…read morealong Rope Walk. It's worth seeking out if you enjoy authentic Spanish Jamon, delicious drinks and friendly staff. We lucked out with a table right at the ham counter and so we able to watch the masters carve perfect slivers of ham, and create delicious dishes in a tiny kitchen space. We were told that all their ingredients come from Spain and you'll taste the quality for sure. We started with pan con tomate which is served deconstructed. Run the bread with garlic, scoop on the fresh tomato purée, and then add olive oil and salt - delicious! We also tried beautifully presented cheese & charcuterie plates, giant garlicky prawns, albondigas and of course, delicious patatas bravas. Of course, you'll want to wash it all down with a crisp Estrellas beer, or a reasonably priced cava. My husband was happy to avail himself of a few glasses of Catalonian vermut. Staff was as friendly as could be, and prices are very fair. It's a small place so plan ahead & reserve. They take 'em, so you best make 'em!

If you feel the need to escape from London but don't have the time or money to actually leave,…read moreclose your eyes and have someone lead you into Bar Tozino. When you open them, you can convince yourself you're in Madrid. Spanish music poured out of the speakers (except at one point when the bartender accidentally played the first few bars of AC/DC's Back in Black), hams hung everywhere and people stood around with small glasses that they filled either from small pitchers of beer or bottles of wine. I split a plate of ham, expertly sliced from the back of the room, and washed it down with a glass of Verdejo. Three pieces of pan con tomate were on the plate as well and when I bit into one of them I remarked that it was so much better than the onces I've had recently in London. I then realized that those weren't even Bar Tozio's best version of the simple dish, they were just standard accompaniments that are served with the ham. When ordered from the menu, you are presented with a wooden plate on which sits a clove of garlic, a small bottle of olive oil, a bowl of pureed tomatos and some toast. You then put everything together and pat yourself on the back for creating such an amazing snack. We also had the chipirones, which were bathed in a fresh sherry and garlic sauce, but a little too fishy for me. And dessert! Oh, dessert... I am a cheese plate kind of girl without much of a sweet tooth, but my husband ordered the Manzanilla and melon sorbet with crispy Teruel ham and I couldn't stop eating it. He thought the ham was a bit too salty which was perfect because I didn't feel bad about eating much more than half. Unfortunately I think it may have been a special for World Sherry Day (which funnily spans an entire week), but I am hoping it will be printed on the meny again and again. The staff was friendly and helpful, the sherries were sublime and the food was wonderful. I'm already planning my return.

Bravas tapas was perhaps one of the best meals I've had in my entire life, and I do not say that…read morelightly. We stumbled in on a whim, just looking for a good place to grab a bite to eat for dinner, and found a restaurant where everything was incredible. You cannot go wrong. The Patas bravas was really good, though simple. It was presented in a really cool way, with a dipping sauce on the side. The spinach croquettes were so tasty and cheesy. The yellowtail sashimi was really refreshing. The braised short rib was INCREDIBLE- so tender and flavorful. With great onion rings. The best thing we ate, by far, was the grilled octopus. It was perfectly tender and crispy at the same time. It had such good flavor and such a good sauce. It was one of the best things I've ever eaten. The waiter was really great, we were in between a few items and he actually decided to surprise us and picked some items for us. The aperol spritz was also really tasty and well balanced! If you're looking for a place to eat near tower bridge, you can't go wrong with Bravas! The dessert was also really good- it was soaked in this delicious cream sauce and had a fun mango sorbet on the side

We arrived at Bravas Tapas for our 5:30 PM reservation on a particularly hot day. The location by…read morethe docks is undeniably charming, but the indoor dining space was uncomfortably warm. Unfortunately, the restaurant doesn't have full air conditioning--only a few lucky seats are positioned near the AC unit. We even brought portable fans, which ended up being necessary as the sun set directly into the restaurant's glass frontage, heating things up quickly. We ordered a broad selection of tapas: octopus, the salmon-wrapped sweet potato crisp, fennel salad, pork belly, spinach balls, and the bravas potatoes. The food was hit and miss. The pork belly was the highlight--flavorful and tender with a sweet glaze. However, other dishes fell flat. The fennel salad surprisingly came with canned pineapple, the spinach balls tasted like they were made with frozen spinach, and the bravas potatoes were essentially frozen fries--not what you'd expect from a place with this kind of setting and pricing. Service started out fine but slowed down significantly over the course of the meal. A couple of our dishes were forgotten entirely, and the heat made the wait feel even longer. Overall, Bravas Tapas had its moments, but between the uneven food quality, heat, and spotty service, it left us more frustrated than satisfied. It's a beautiful spot with potential, but there's room for improvement--especially when it comes to consistency and comfort.

Food, service, atmospere was great, chef and staff love what they do. I definitely would recommend…read moregiving this restaurant a visit

Came for a celebratory work lunch and Pizarro did not disappoint. We went w the £70 set menu which…read morefeatured flavour upon flavour. highlights include the opening Jamon 100% 5J acorn fed which was thin and packed a punch, classic pan con tomate which was generously portioned without the bread getting too soggy, a lobster salad w veg vinaigrette - so lux and a lovely citrus counterpoint, with the grilled cuttlefish in creamy potato a revelation. I'm still salivating, it was almost religious, and those were just the starters! Of the two mains, the medal goes to the iberico pork - it was truly an homage to a gorgeous animal, and then rounding on the final bend, I loved the lettuce salad with pine nuts shallots and lemon dressing. Only complaint was the single choice of cheesecake for dessert, it would have been nice to have a non dairy option.

The service from arrival to departure was excellent. The food was really good with a limited but…read morewell thought out selection. The location is quirky as it is located in a railway arch at London Bridge station! Great place!

We had a fantastic experience at Lobos. The drinks were good. And the food was perfect for the 4 of…read moreus. The bread and butter was to die for the butter was magical. The steak was cooked to perfection. We all wished we had more of the secret pork Iberica but it was amazing as were the the potatoes that came with it. The meatballs were good but not great and the patatas bravas were just okay. Definitely would come back. The service was quick and helpful!

This tapas takes me back to Spain. I love all the locations. Food is consistently good across them…read moreall. Excellent and fresh ingredients. The flavors boom. The drinks are vast and complement the food so well. I always make a stop here during my visits to London, which are a few times a year!

Great tapas spot! We came for a post Pilates bite and got a few dishes to share, followed by a…read moreglass of sangria before leaving. The bruschetta specifically stood out. The tomatoes were so decadent and the bread so fresh and soft. We also really enjoyed the arancini for something a bit more savory. The tortilla was also great and a bit heavier of a dish for those who are hungrier. The staff seemed a bit uncoordinated but overall friendly. It's a very modern vibe and I loved the open concept kitchen.

This place was actually really good. We went to the Burroughs market but pretty much everything was…read morevery close so we decided to stop here.Croquetas were OK and so much the tortillas Española. The ribeye was the star with the chimichurri sauce, absolutely divine. The only thing that turned me off was the way it was being a little snippy. When I ask if you can take it to Gurl since it was a lot of meat for both of us to finish, je said they don't do Takeaway, which is kind of funny because it says on the sign take away either way just because of that I don't think I'll ever come back here.

Lovely, bustling place! We walked in on a Friday night without reservations and managed to get a…read moretable. The staff are so hard-working and the food comes out quickly. We tried the Mussels in Cider, the Tortilla Española, and the Monte Enebro-- "Raphael Baez's award-winning fried goat's cheese, orange blossom honey, beetroot crisps". All were delicious! This place seemed like a mix of locals and tourists. They also have a lovely patio for people-watching! If you come during the day, you can also check out the Brindisa shop down the street, where you can take home some nice meats and Spanish snacks.

This review is for the Camino in Farringdon at 89 Turnmill Street…read more A friend suggested we meet here for dinner before a show, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. I'm a big fan of tapas, and Camino did not disappoint. There are several locations across London, and this one is large, lively, and full of great energy -- the kind of place that immediately puts you in a good mood. We started with calamari and Iberico ham croquetas, both absolute perfection -- crisp on the outside and creamy inside. The patatas bravas were outstanding as well, with just the right balance of spice and crunch. We also shared the rib-eye steak, dry-aged for 21 days and seasoned with rosemary and pepper, served alongside confit piquillo peppers and a fresh salad. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor. The service was excellent -- friendly, efficient, and perfectly timed -- and the food arrived at a relaxed, steady pace. If you're looking for vibrant Spanish food in London, Camino is a terrific choice. With several locations around the city, there's probably one not far from you.

"Life without tapas, is like a heart without love." --B.K.S. Iyengar…read more Now, I have to say that I'm taking that quote completely out of context as he is referring to a Yoga terminology meaning "essential energy." In any case, I think the quote still works perfectly when referring to Camino's creations. Camino had some smash hits, some items that were just "ok", and service that left a bit to be desired, but wasn't horrible. The service: We asked our server many questions about the menu and he didn't have an answer for any of them. He didn't seem to have much knowledge about the items, nor about how they were prepared or how they tasted. He was attentive, but mostly just for clearing plates and keeping our water carafe filled. We ended up just ordering things and hoping for the best. Our favorite menu items: --Presa Iberica £11.75 - "Our signature shoulder of Ibérico pig served medium rare, with creamy Ibérico rice." The rice was creamy and luxurious. The pork was savory and juicy. This plate is a winner! --Escalivada £6.75 - "Grilled sourdough bread with roasted aubergine, red pepper and onion." We were so nicely surprised by these veggie toasts! They were extremely flavorful and unique! --Baby Squid £7.50 - "Crispy squid with alioli and lemon." These fried morsels weren't greasy at all, and the alioli was a perfect sauce to compliment it's flavor. We also had: --Payoyo £5.75 - "Cured goats' cheese with fig and almond slice." --Charcuteria Platter £6.75 - "Selection of premium Spanish sliced cured sausages." --Olives (comlimentary) - "marinated in lemon and rosemary." Don't miss: Maeloc 4% £4.80 - "Galician strawberry cider. Gluten-free and a dry finish." --This was so crisp and delicious!! Definitely worth a stop during a busy day of sightseeing. It's also fairly near Shakespeare's Globe!

Tapas style restaurant with lots of seating behind the bar. The seating area in front of bar is for…read moredrinking. Lots of space in this restaurant. Good for groups of all sizes. Spanish restaurant. We enjoyed the anchovy, eggplant, squid . The sea bass was okay. You can skip this dish. Can be quite loud with people drinking and talking loudly near the bar area. Service is a little slow. Mandatory 12.5% service charge

If you're looking for authentic Spanish food DONT come here. The sangria wasn't good it's out of…read morethe draft with carbonation and the food wasn't good. Patatas bravas weren't good and even the bread sucked. Very disappointing because I was looking forward to coming here.

Having enjoyed Pizarro, our eyes lit up to see Jose Pizarro Broadgate. The Jason croquettes were…read moreinedible, we left them behind and the waiter asked, everything okay? You don't want to finish? Uh, no. The gambas were the highlight. The mini burgers dry and disappointing.

A friend brought me to Jose Pizarro on my last visit to London because he knows how fond I am of…read moreauthentic Catalan tapas. He was right - this place is spot on. All the classics were on the menu, many with unique twists that didn't stray too far from authentic to be real.