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From Atlantic seafood and Basque grills to Valencian rice and the great Spanish larder, London offers a remarkably convincing way to travel around Spain through food. Follow the Restaurants from Spain and Colmados from Spain seals and start plotting your route

Spain, by way of London

Discover the flavours of Spain without leaving London. From the pintxos bars of the Basque Country and the seafood of Galicia to Catalan cooking, Valencian rice dishes and the flavours of southern Spain, the capital’s Spanish restaurants offer a route through one of Europe’s most diverse food cultures.

The restaurants featured on this map have been recognised by the Restaurants from Spain certification, which highlights establishments committed to authentic Spanish cooking, quality ingredients and the traditions that underpin the country’s regional cuisines.

Use the map to explore certified restaurants across London, discover the dishes and regions that inspire them, and find your next taste of Spain.

Click on the pins to discover each restaurant and start exploring.

Andanza

Andanza opened in Bermondsey in late 2020, transforming an old bookmaker’s into a slice of Spain. Inspired by San Sebastián’s pintxo bars and Jerez’s tabanacos, it serves seasonal Basque, Galician and Andalucian dishes alongside Spanish sherry, vermouth and wine. A hand-carved oak bar, green tiles and ecclesiastical doors set the scene, with playful details adding humour and nostalgia.

Arros QD

Quique Dacosta brings the warmth and theatricality of Valencian gastronomy to Fitzrovia, sharing his passion for seasonal rice dishes cooked over wood fires and served in dramatic surroundings. Discover the evolution of paella with a modernist twist.

Bar Esteban

Bar Esteban brings the flavours of Barcelona to Crouch End, led by chef Pablo Rodriguez, whose CV includes Barrafina, Moro and Morito. Expect a convivial neighbourhood atmosphere alongside a broad menu of tapas, light mains, grilled dishes, burgers and paella.

Barrafina Adelaide Street

Moments from Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square, Barrafina Adelaide Street serves authentic Spanish tapas in the heart of the West End. Its open kitchen and marble-topped counter put guests close to the action, with chefs preparing regional dishes and seasonal specials. Spanish sherries, cavas and wines complete the experience, making it an ideal pre- or post-theatre destination.

Barrafina Borough Yards

Barrafina Borough Yards brings modern Spanish tapas to London Bridge, with an open kitchen and marble-topped bar putting diners close to the action. The menu spans regional dishes from across Spain, alongside daily changing specials unique to the restaurant. A concise drinks list champions Spanish sherries, cavas and wines, while red leather stools complete the stylish, convivial setting.

Barrafina Coal Drops Yard

Found in the beautifully restored Coal Drops Yard at King's Cross, Barrafina combines contemporary surroundings with the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional Spanish tapas bar. The restaurant's open kitchen and counter seating place diners at the heart of the action, while the menu celebrates authentic dishes from across Spain alongside seasonal specials inspired by the finest available produce.

Barrafina Dean Street

Barrafina Dean Street is the original restaurant that established the group’s reputation for Spanish cooking in London. At its marble-topped bar, diners watch chefs prepare tapas in the open kitchen, with a menu spanning traditional regional recipes and changing daily specials. An impressive selection of Spanish wines, sherries and cavas completes the experience at this bustling Soho institution.

Barrafina Drury Lane

Located between Covent Garden and Holborn, Barrafina Drury Lane serves authentic Spanish tapas in a stylish central London setting. Its signature marble counter and open kitchen give diners front-row seats to the chefs at work, creating a lively atmosphere. Seasonal regional dishes and daily specials are joined by a carefully curated selection of Spanish wines, sherries and cavas.

Boqueria

Boqueria was inspired by the Mercat (Market) de la Boqueria in Barcelona which is the best known food market in Spain presenting the finest quality produce of the country. In the same way, Boqueria has sought to bring this ethos to its London restaurants since opening in 2011. Like the Barcelona mercat, Boqueria is founded upon years of tradition and proud to serve proper Spanish cuisine & classic Spanish wines.

Brindisa Borough Market

Opened in 1998, this Borough Market stalwart offers an exceptional range of Spanish produce. Its counter serves hand-carved Ibérico hams from Tuesday to Sunday, complemented by Spanish cheeses and accompaniments. Shelves are packed with award-winning tinned fish, nuts, olives and pulses, plus a standout selection of Spanish olive oils and vinegars.

Brindisa Hildreth Street

A Balham fixture for more than 25 years, Brindisa brings Spanish produce to Hildreth Street. Its five-metre deli counter showcases artisan cheeses, olives and charcuterie sliced to order, alongside select British produce. A knowledgeable team offers tastings and recommendations, championing exceptional ingredients and the small producers responsible for making them.

Camino Farringdon

In the centre of Clerkenwell and Farringdon's thriving food and business scene, Camino is a favourite for long lunches, after-work gatherings and leisurely evenings. The restaurant showcases high-quality seasonal ingredients across a menu of authentic Spanish tapas, complemented by a carefully chosen wine list featuring characterful producers from across Spain.

Camino Kings Cross

Set in the heart of King's Cross, Executive Chef Nacho del Campo uses top-quality, seasonal ingredients to create bold and exciting tapas. Camino serves some of Spain’s best beers and uses the finest spirits in their cocktails. They pay close attention to the dynamic wine regions of Spain, putting together a list that is quality-driven, diverse, and showcases wines with strong identity.

Camino Monument

Nestled among the historic streets of the City, close to Monument and the River Thames, Camino provides a welcoming retreat from London's financial district. Ideal for business lunches, client dinners or evening drinks, the restaurant pairs bold Spanish cooking with an extensive collection of Spanish wines, premium beers, and handcrafted cocktails while enjoying the best of Spanish food in the heart of the City.

Camino Shoreditch

Surrounded by Shoreditch’s creative energy, Camino serves vibrant Spanish tapas in a relaxed, stylish setting. Traditional flavours meet seasonal produce across a menu designed for sharing, accompanied by Spanish wines, premium spirits and distinctive beers.

Escocesa

Escocesa brings Spanish cooking and Scottish roots together in Stoke Newington. Founded by Ayrshire-born Stephen Lironi, the laid-back tapas bar majors on Spanish classics, from juicy pan con tomate and piquant patatas bravas to yielding tortilla and crisp fried baby squid.

Garcia & Sons

Established in 1957, Garcia & Sons is known for being the top supplier of Spanish food in London. All the ingredients are there to take home with you afterwards. Olives, cheeses, Serrano ham, chorizo, pickles, preserves. There´s everything here for the experienced Spanish gastronome and a warm welcome for anyone who wants to try something different.

Hispania

Led by chef Marcos Morán, Hispania is a Spanish restaurant with more than 9,000 square feet in the historic building of Lloyd's Bank. It is said to be one of the largest, most accomplished, and ambitious projects devoted to Spanish gastronomy in Europe. It operates as a restaurant, bar, shop and take-away.

Hispania South Kensington

Hispania Kensington in Spanish restaurant located in a warm, familiar neighborhood – decorated by the masterful Lorenzo Castillo and guided by the culinary direction of Marcos Moran. With a vision that transcends borders, Hispania Kensington invites you to savor the essence of Spanish cuisine and culture in a setting that feels like home.

José Tapas Bar

Originally from Extremadura, José Pizarro is often described as the Godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK. His cooking is classic and simple, focusing on good Spanish produce.

Lobos London Bridge

Founded in 2015 by former colleagues Roberto, Joel, Cortés and Ruben, alongside Singaporean restaurateur Ellen, Lobos Meat & Tapas combines a love of Spain, London and warm hospitality. The focus is refreshingly straightforward: excellent cuts of meat, authentic Spanish flavours and good wine, served with the friendly approach its founders honed during years working together in London.

Lobos Soho

Founders Roberto, Joel, Cortés, and Ruben first met working together in a tapas restaurant in London. In January 2015 after over seven years working together, they decided it was time for them to open their own restaurant, joining forces with Ellen, an experienced Singaporean restaurateur who has an eye for locations. Lobos Meat & Tapas is born from the love of excellent meat cuts, good wine, hospitality, Spain and London.

Lolo by José Pizarro

Lolo’ – a playful nod to José’s middle name, Manuel – sits proudly as the middle child on Bermondsey Street. Relaxed, full of character, and quietly confident, it’s the chef's first all-day dining spot. From laid-back weekend breakfasts to late-night dinners, we bring together a natural sense of conviviality with a modern take on Spanish cooking: seasonal, generous, and made for sharing.

Maresco

Maresco is a Spanish seafood restaurant with a Scottish accent. Its name combines mar (‘sea’) and Escocia (‘Scotland’), reflecting a menu that transforms Scotland’s finest seafood through traditional Spanish recipes, alongside low-intervention wines sourced largely from lesser-known Spanish regions.

Parrillan Borough Yards

Parrillan Borough Yards celebrates Spanish cooking over fire, with Galician steaks, whole fish, seasonal vegetables and traditional arroces prepared over a wood-fired grill. On the spacious terrace, diners can cook premium ingredients over their own tabletop parrillas, bringing an interactive element to the experience. Bold flavours and generous sharing dishes make it ideal for gathering with friends and family.

Parrillan Coal Drops Yard

Set in Coal Drops Yard, Parrillan brings Spanish outdoor dining to King’s Cross. Seafood, prime meats, rice dishes and seasonal vegetables are cooked over wood-fired flames, while terrace diners can grill carefully sourced ingredients on their own tabletop parrillas. It’s an interactive take on Spain’s grilling traditions in a striking canalside setting.

Pintxito

Inspired by the outstanding food of the Basque Country, widely regarded as the gastronomic heartland of Spain, Pintxito serves pintxos: small, delicious bites of food found in bars across the region alongside seasonally changing tapas and classic Spanish dishes. The place is small in stature but big on character, with a mixture of intimate indoor seating in its historic arches or al fresco.

Pizarro Restaurant

Originally from Extremadura, José Pizarro is often described as the Godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK. Situated in Bermondsey, Pizarro serves classic Spanish dishes, focusing on good Spanish produce.

Sabor

Founded by Nieves Barragan and José Etura, Sabor (meaning flavour in Spanish) takes you on a journey from the tapas bars of Andalucía through to the asadors of Castile and the seafood restaurants of Galicia.

Sagardi

The food is rooted in sincerity and authenticity, with the mission of reviving, promoting, and developing traditional Basque cuisine and sharing it with the rest of the world. It is a gastronomy deeply linked to the land, the sea, and its abundant products.

Soleado

This is a rustic establishment where food takes center stage in its purest state, perfectly combining simplicity with uncompromising quality. Mercato Mayfair, a beacon of culinary innovation, invites you to embark on a gastronomic journey that transcends global borders and traditions. Soleado endeavours to revive the enduring Spanish market restaurant tradition through distinctive culinary offerings, where simplicity and excellence coexist harmoniously.

Tapas Brindisa Battersea

Tapas Brindisa Battersea is the culmination of our 30 years’ experience as purveyors of Spanish food and culture. The menu is created with the finest ingredients from all across Spain and its islands. Seasonal tapas and bar snacks sit alongside a line-up of artisanal plates from its devoted cured food counter, offering you meats, cheeses, and fish, reminiscent of the market stalls of Spain.

Tapas Brindisa London Bridge

Tapas Brindisa London Bridge is a place that brings the true food, wine, and hospitality of Spain to London’s table for all to enjoy. In the early 90s, they set their roots in Borough Market, opening the original warehouse and first shop in the Floral Hall. In 2004 an opportunity presented itself – to take a space in the market – London’s first no reservations, traditional tapas bar.

Tapas Brindisa Richmond

Tapas Brindisa Richmond is perfect for a mid-week catch-up or a weekend lunch. Inside, bright Spanish tiling and pastel colours give the feel of an authentic Spanish tapas bar. The main dining room features intimate booths, while an open kitchen offers counter seating for those who like to watch the chefs in action.

Tapas Brindisa Soho

Brindisa Soho is inspired by the bustling bodegas synonymous with Spanish cities. The bodegas are intimate, local joints where artisan beers, sherries, and wines are served with impeccably sourced food. The menu boasts a selection of tapas, bar snacks and traditional Spanish comfort food made of the finest fresh ingredients sourced from Spain.

Tapas Brindisa South Kensington

True to its name, Brindisa South Kensington is inspired by Spanish home cooking, serving a seasonal selection of tapas, cured plates and farmhouse cheeses, supporting small family producers from Spain. From family lunches to late-night suppers with friends or tranquil aperitivo on their sun-soaked terrace while people-watching, ‘nuestra casa es su casa’.

The Campaner

Following the success of Barcelona’s Martinez, The Campaner brings the soul of Catalonia to London in the group’s first restaurant outside Spain. The focus is on honest, authentic cooking, showcasing organic and locally sourced ingredients, with particular attention paid to exceptional meat, alongside locally sourced eggs and milk from trusted producers.

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