London’s best Spanish restaurants

Nothing says fiesta like Spanish food and live music. Head there during the day to enjoy tapas in a relaxed environment – on the menu you can find delights such as fried sausage in white wine, Spanish ham or grilled sardine to be eaten before the main meal. If you fancy a hangout with friends and a jug of Sangria, be sure to visit them after dark. When the neons illuminate and a guitar is being played you know you’re at the right place to start your evening. Open everyday until midnight.

Aqua Nueva is one of the classiest options but still with a hint of Spanish relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. If you long for something a bit less sophisticated you can visit their captivating terrace where you’ll experience the unique Spanish vibe, almost as if you were transported to one of their vibrant cities. There’s a lot to choose from food-wise but the highlights are tapas designed to be shared: spiced crab toasts, Andalusian style fried fish, pig tacos… you name it. Don’t forget the real treat that makes every party – the Spanish cheese board.

The interior is what brings people to Jamon Jamon. It nails the vibrancy of Spanish eateries with airy space and beautiful, Spanish tiles. As the restaurant claims, their vibe is all about vigour and passion for life which can be found in the high-quality food and excellent service. Choose from five variations of paellas: vegetarian, black squid ink, sausage and chicken, seafood with chicken or seafood option. Apart from paellas, they’re known for their meat tapas (grilled Iberico pork loin or the famous Spanish sausage in red wine). The perfect destination for a variety of occasions.

Located in the heart of the city, El Pirata of Mayfair prides itself on serving traditional and inexpensive
tapas. According to the restaurant, tapas are the definition of a sociable meal and indeed, the place is great for a catchup with friends and family with its sophisticated but friendly vibe. The menu offers a choice of different tapas: meat, fish and seafood, ham and cheese, salads and vegetarian options. Pair them with a great selection of wines to make your evening unforgettable. Don’t hesitate and get your tapas fix now.

El Ganso is a hotspot for casual meetups and parties. It offers a fusion of fresh tapas in a casual environment with a welcoming atmosphere. Some of the top tapas include: pan -cooked chorizo, potato & onion with fried eggs on the top, octopus with smoky pepper and purple potatoes and the highlight – Jamón Ibérico served at the bar. As their website states, there’s no way to describe the food they serve but to visit and try it. And the best part? The place is dogs friendly so now you can enjoy a meal with all your family members.

Maresco is a conjugation of two spanish words: mar – meaning sea, and esco (escocia) – meaning Scotland. With this knowledge, you immediately get an understanding of what to expect here – some of the best Scottish seafood cooked in Spanish dishes and served alongside some of the best Spanish produce, low intervention wines and sherries.