Phone: +442079292389,+442072835571
Address: 24 Lime Street London, EC3M 7HS, EC3M 7HR, United Kingdom
City: London
Dishes: 35
Reviews: 3434
Website: http://www.barcelona-tapas.com/
"Decent food but strange ambience. Atmosphere here really let's this place down. You go downstairs into what seems to be the basement of an office, but rather than a cozy, dark room the place itself feels quite bright and sparsely decorated. We partly went hoping to hear upbeat and authentic Spanish music but were disappointed that it was instead hard rock. At one point this was turned so high with shreaking guitar riffs that we could not continue our conversation. At this point we complained to a waiter, only to be told that this was their play list and they are not changing it (ok, then we won't be back! but he did turn it down. It is a shame that these ambience points overshadowed the overall nice food. Tortilla, padrón peppers and churros were excellent. Other dishes were good too (an aubergine stew was however a bit too salty and oily and the menu is vast, and suitable for veggies. The house red is also decent."
Menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates.
Meatballs
Juicy meatballs in savory tomato sauce, seasoned with herbs, served with a side of garlic bread.
Santiago Cake
Almond cake dusted with powdered sugar, featuring a cross of Santiago symbol.
Crema Catalana
Creamy vanilla custard with a caramelized sugar topping.
Gambas Al Ajillo
Garlic shrimp sautéed in olive oil with a touch of chili, served hot.
Elbee
Good food. great meatballs! Slow service. would go back
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Reviews
KenAnne
Been here before and food was excellent again. Good and friendly service
Antonina
Great tapas excellent service, nice ambiance music isn't too loud so you can hear yourself
Familymeal
A lovely meal with family at this hidden gem in the City. In the run up to Christmas, it was busy but the food was as tasty and authentic as always (3rd visit). In particular, the tortilla and the paella were praised by all.
SilviaG
As Spanish we have to say that the food was the worst ever. Never again. And sorry for the waiter because he was nice. That’s the only good thing there. And please, change the name for Pulpo a la Gallega ‘cause it doesn’t deserve that name.
Antonina
Had a lovely evening here. Food and service were really good. Was just a little quiet and empty when we dined between 7:30-9:30 on a Friday, which surprised us so there wasn't much of a buzz ...but it did mean we could talk easily : Good for a girly catch up!
GazzaB
Unhurried meal with 3 work colleagues. Service was attentive but not overly so. Food arrived quickly and was good but the squid could have done with a bit more cooking. Bill was £40 per person including tip, and included 2 or 3 drinks each and about 12 tapas dishes.
Доброслав
My guest and I arrived at 12.30 and we were served very efficiently. The food arrived and it was really good. However, after 1pm the restaurant filled and up the staff were overwhelmed. Drinks were forgotten and the bill took ages! Such a shame but ultimately they made me late for my meeting
Diner
Good, if not outstanding Spanish restaurant. The food was fresh and generally well prepared dishes came quickly and were reasonably good value for money but this was sort of basic tapas done quite well as opposed to anything more. That said, this was preferable to fancy tapas done badly. My main gripe was that the service made us feel like it was more of a transaction than we were being looked after. A minimal greeting on entry, rushed ordering, polite delivery of food and then no one said goodbye afterwards. They may be small things but to have done things properly would have taken thirty seconds of a 6+ strong waiting staff, hardly something to have thrown everyone's timings out even if mu...
Squynxy
Decent food but strange ambience. Atmosphere here really let's this place down. You go downstairs into what seems to be the basement of an office, but rather than a cozy, dark room the place itself feels quite bright and sparsely decorated. We partly went hoping to hear upbeat and authentic Spanish music but were disappointed that it was instead hard rock. At one point this was turned so high with shreaking guitar riffs that we could not continue our conversation. At this point we complained to a waiter, only to be told that this was their play list and they are not changing it (ok, then we won't be back! but he did turn it down. It is a shame that these ambience points overshadowed the over...
Categories
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Beer Discover our selection of refreshing beers, from crisp lagers to bold ales and rich stouts. Whether you prefer local brews or international favorites, we have the perfect pint to elevate your dining experience.
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Tapas Enjoy a delightful variety of small, flavorful dishes perfect for sharing, combining traditional and modern influences. Savor each bite as you explore diverse tastes and textures crafted to excite your palate.
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Spanish A vibrant selection of traditional Spanish dishes featuring authentic paella, flavorful tapas, and delicious seafood. Experience the rich flavors and culinary artistry of Spain right at your table.
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Fast Food Enjoy a variety of quick and delicious meals perfect for on-the-go dining. From juicy burgers and crispy fries to refreshing drinks, our fast food menu satisfies your cravings with speedy service and irresistible flavors.
Amenities
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Beer
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Amex
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Full Bar
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