Diners' Choice: Tapas / Small Plates restaurants in London

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Updated September 05, 2024

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The Port House London

4.6

4.6 (401)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

The cellar-like, candlelit restaurant is ideally located in the heart of the West End and only steps away from Covent Garden's Piazza. Sourcing its wine from all regions of Spain and Portugal, they serve an array of fine ports and sherries.

Top review

Julia

Dined 3 days ago

We have been coming to the Port House for a number of years and it is always excellent food and friendly service. This time we had friends with us and one had a complex food allergy. They dealt with it brilliantly explaining options and adapting dishes to suit. Highly recommend!

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Frame, Notting Hill

4.7

4.7 (149)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Notting Hill

About the restaurant

Our philosophy is that the best moments are framed by great food and company shared. We provide delicious sharing food wine and cocktails in a truly enchanting vintage space, at the heart of London's Notting Hill. Our restaurant has a contemporary casual style, marked by an emphasis on atmosphere and experience, balancing a relaxed eating environment with a focus on quality ingredients. We employ a sharing concept, with simple, healthy food and a choice of classic and indulgent wines and cocktails.
Delight in the enchantment.
Share wonderful food & drink.
Frame an unforgettable moment in time.

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Lino

Dined 6 days ago

For a small restaurant the food and service was outstanding , would and will recommend to everyone I know . Look for to visiting again when in town again .

Pix Carnaby

4.4

4.4 (662)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Soho

About the restaurant

Inspired by the pintxo bars of Barcelona and San Sebastian, Pix invites you to sample our tantalising array of miniature tapas, while enjoying the exceptionally friendly and vibrant atmosphere in some of London’s most iconic locations.

As you’ll discover, our food and drink displays passion and creativity, but the way we deliver it creates a uniquely relaxed and free-flowing experience, ensuring you’ll leave feeling replenished on every level.

See you soon!

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Anthony David

Dined 2 days ago

As on a previous visit last year, the Tapas were excellent and new items kept appearing as if by magic throughout our visit; there was so much to choose from. We had a wonderful evening at Pix again; a full 5 star rating would have been given, though, if it wasn't for the decor having a bit of a tired look, and some loud music belting out for a while when we first arrived. In complete fairness I should point out that the volume was turned down when we asked, and with a smile, and without fuss by one of our very helpful servers. Already looking forward to the next time.

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Pix - Soho

4.4

4.4 (1037)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Soho

About the restaurant

Nestling discreetly in the pulsating heart of Soho and surrounded by some of the capital’s most notorious venues, our Bateman Street site is a firm favourite amongst the media-workers and colourful visitors that exemplify this unique area.

Perfect for a light lunch or casual afternoon business meeting, the pace begins to pick-up around 5:30pm, delivering a decidedly more energised experience as the evening progresses.

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Jéssica

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Lovely experience having some tasty tapas at Pix! Very friendly and helpful staff. Food was lovely and prices very London standard...

Ember Yard

4.5

4.5 (89)

£41 and over

Tapas / Small Plates

Soho

About the restaurant

Ember Yard is the fourth restaurant from Salt Yard Group and has been influenced by our travels around Spain and Italy and their methods of cooking over charcoal and wood.

We commissioned and custom built a bespoke, Basque-style grill and sourced some amazing single species sustainable charcoal and wood from Kent to cook with. We use only the finest seasonal produce, and introduce – as has become our style – our spin on flavours of Spain and Italy.

Ember Yard is located in the heart of Soho and is a lovely two storey restaurant and bar, with an open plan kitchen on the ground floor and a cool and cosy bar on the lower ground floor. The same delicious menu is available throughout and we encourage you to come along before you dine to sample one of our specially created Ember-themed cocktails.
For groups reservations and Private Hire enquiries, contact us directly at bookings@saltyard.co.uk

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Paul

Dined on Sep 9, 2024

Food was varied and good quality. A little noisy but overall a great place for meeting friends.

Salt Yard

4.3

4.3 (88)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

Salt Yard is an award-winning charcuterie bar and restaurant serving modern tapas inspired by the flavours and produce of Spain and Italy.

The tapas are complemented by charcuterie and cheese boards and we have a wide selection of excellent wines and sherries. Flexibility is key to Salt Yard. Customers can enjoy a full spread of tapas: or come in simply for a glass of red wine and a plate of cheese, a coffee and a delicious pudding, or even just a perfect martini and a handful of Marcona almonds.

Located in central London – a two minute walk from Goodge St tube station and a five minute walk from Oxford Circus – we are perfectly placed for a business lunch, a pre-theatre meal or a night out with friends.
For groups reservations and Private Hire enquiries, contact us directly at bookings@saltyard.co.uk

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Jane

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

One of my favourite places. Consistently great food. Always lovely service and a lovely vibe - especially in the summer when the doors/windows are all open.

Barcelona Tapas - City EC3

4.3

4.3 (538)

£26 to £40

Tapas / Small Plates

Aldgate

About the restaurant

Barcelona Tapas Bar and Restaurant Serving The Authentic Taste of Spain in London since 1991, A Spanish run business, established over 30 years, is one of the first & best Spanish Restaurants in London. Located below Beaufort House, a prestigious office building in the City of London, 15 St Botolph Street EC3A 7DT, the restaurant frontage & customer entrance is actually located at ground level on No 1 Middlesex Street E1 7AA, in the heart of the Petticoat Lane Dining Quarter, in walking distance of Tower Bridge & Brick Lane
There is a ground floor with a bar area suitable to accommodate parties, & areas set out with tables for dining. Further tables can be found on our mezzanine level. Outside dining area with terrace seating for up to 80.
Available for Private parties & events for up to 200.

Barcelona Tapas pride themselves in the quality of their delicious authentic food, fine wines & great cocktails, friendly staff & Spanish ambience but most of all, on the quality of service

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Stanley

Dined on Aug 15, 2024

We ate at lunchtime so it was busy but the food is delicious, every plate was better than the rest.

Dehesa

4.2

4.2 (51)

£41 and over

Tapas / Small Plates

Soho

About the restaurant

Dehesa is a charcuterie and tapas bar inspired by the cuisine of Spain and Italy. Dehesa opened in January 2008 and is the sister restaurant to Salt Yard in Fitzrovia, Opera Tavern in Covent Garden and Ember Yard in Soho, offering sharing dishes served in a relaxed environment.
The restaurant is named after the Dehesa- a unique woodland area in Spain which is home to the black-footed Ibérico pigs – said to produce the best Jamon in the world. This reflects our commitment to quality and provenance and our dedication to carefully sourced products.
For groups reservations and Private Hire enquiries, contact us directly at bookings@saltyard.co.uk

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Kate

Dined 2 days ago

Always love coming to Dehesa. Always a great menu and love the changes to keep the menu fresh and new

WC Wine & Charcuterie Clapham

4.5

4.5 (275)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Clapham

About the restaurant

WC Clapham is a wine and charcuterie bar situated in an Ex Victorian Water Closet adjoined to Clapham Common tube station.

Restoring the original features, the award winning design offers a quirky and intimate venue, a hidden bar offering guests rest and respite from the streets of London, perfect for date nights and catch ups with friends.

The considered drinks menu has something for everyone - be that a glass from the thoughtful, simple and eclectic wine list with 30 to choose from or a delicious signature cocktail. The accompanying food offering has been created to complement the drink selection. Charcuterie and cheese is sacred here, boards perfect for grazing and a selection of small plates with plentiful plant-based, dairy/gluten free options that cater to all dietary requirements.

Established 6 years ago WC Clapham is delighted to be Big Sister to WC Bloomsbury, WC no.2 that opened in May 2021.

Live acoustic music every Sunday from 7-9pm.

We hope to see you soon!

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Kamila

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

It was a great evening and was perfect, thanks to the server for being attentive. Overall a fun evening

Somerset House Terrace Bar

3.7

3.7 (35)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

In a stunning location overlooking the Thames, the Somerset House Terrace Bar includes an amazing covered bar and dining area as well as plenty of alfresco options which make it the perfect venue to your London Summer! The San Miguel team have created a striking environment in with to enjoy a drink or two by the river, paired with a memorable menu designed by Jimmy himself. Jimmy will be serving up a selection of traditional tapas using locally sourced ingredients, Catalan Coca (flatbreads) from our Coca Oven plus some delicious Sangrias and cocktails.

Looking to host an event at the Somerset House Terrace Bar? Bookings for groups under ten can book in-online or for groups of 10+ please contact Naomi on info@jimmyspopup.com. We have capacity for up to 300 at the Terrace Bar or up to 750 if combined with the Somerset House Terrace.

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JaneS

Dined on Aug 14, 2024

Very relaxing with great background chilled out music.

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