Barrafina - London

The first thing I saw when walking towards the building was the magnificent architecture. Once I entered and arrived at the bar, I could feel and see a positive vibe and energy all around me. The food was unbelievably delicious. It was beautifully cooked, presented and served. The octopus was the best I’ve ever tasted so far. The venison meat was not only succulent, rich and fully flavoured, but also halal (it can be catered if requested a week in advance). Last but definitely not least, the staff was professional at all times, had a sharp eye to the finest details and it was enjoyable to chat with many of them. Overall, it was a unique and marvellous experience that will not be forgotten. Bravo!!

A post theatre quick meal. I arrived after 10.30pm so by the time I ordered they were on the last orders! I had some tapas on the counter, quick, relaxed, informal. I ordered the patatas bravisimas, the cuttlefish croquettes and the buñuelos de bacalao. The food was delicious and very well presented. My only criticism, I had to ask for the buñuelos after a while and it took almost 15 minutes after the other tapas were on the table, and the menu is limited. However, it is mainly a tapas bar, but of very high quality. Sitting at the counter adds to the experience, seeing that hive of activity. Well worth a visit

Top notch! came here on a Tuesday evening without reservation. sitting on the bar. the staff was very friendly. the food was excellent over the board. some of the best seafood and dishes I had in london. absolutely brilliant! they are looking forward to coming back very soon.

Good experience in barrafina. tried various tapas like pan con tomate, sardin on brot with cherry tomaten and rockets, tortilla, arroz de pescado, garlauch king prown and pork leg, along with a red wine and a delicious pedro ximenez. slightly expensive for a Spanish restaurant, but fair enough as near covent garden. defenitly worthy to try.

As a group of three came here warned and sat at the bar that was a little strange. but! these are the best tapas in london. really liked the fried baby cuck and the aroz, which was actually better than most I had in the spain. wein was also excellent.