Spanish cuisine: the best places to taste it in Dublin
25 restaurant menus in Ireland, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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"Just can’t recommend this place enough from the staff to the food it’s all amazing. Very welcoming staff and dervine food that’s not at all..."
Lisa Wilson
"Had a wonderful first meal at Las Tapas de Lola this evening to celebrate our fourth anniversary. Received a warm welcome from Vanessa. The staff..."
Glenn McCullagh
"This is my new favourite place. We didnt have a booking however they happily fit us in ,and I am so glad they did as the food was top notch and the..."
Rosaline O Rourke
"Amazing basically!!! I've had tapas loads of times in Manchester but nothing compares to the food, service & atmosphere we got here!!!! The food was..."
Lisa Cronin
"Whether you’re a local looking for exotisme or a Spaniard feeling home sick...or simply a lover of great food this is the place to go to. Proper..."
Olivier Quindos
"Some of the best tapas I’ve ever tasted!!! Would recommend this place to anyone going to Dublin..."
Tony Brown
"Saw fab reviews, hadn’t booked, called in and they managed to squeeze us in. Really welcoming friendly staff, delicious food, great atmosphere, and..."
Liz Haworth
"Had a fantastic first visit to las tapas de Lola’s. Fantastic food, excellent atmosphere and very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend to..."
Andy Kiernan
"Fabulous little place! Amazing food, great service and super hostess who made us feel special. Highly..."
Kathy Simanskas
"Beautiful food, lovely people. Great experience. They even sang Happy Birthday to me� Loved it. Will definitely return. Highly recommend..."
MaryKate O'Brien Cox
"Had a beautiful meal here a few weeks ago- food is excellent and very authentic. Would highly..."
Amy Stephens
"We have been there before in December 2015 and there was a queue! There is only one word for the food, YUMMY! We ordered 8 different dishes. They..."
Leslie Rydén
"Really excellent and upon recommendation we tried it and I was blown away!! Excellent food and fabulous staff..."
Geraldine Daly
"A great spot: lovely cosy ambience, very friendly and helpful wait staff, and of course delicious food. And all for a very reasonable price! Go if..."
Myra Walshe
"Very Nice place, delicious food and great service! I highly recommend..."
Lenka Novotná
"The Food, the staff and the atmosphere were all amazing. Can't recommend enough ..."
Suzanne Redmond
"We went for a special occasion Aislings 21st. Food wonderful and staff fantastic. Our waiter stopped us overordering and we really appreciated his..."
"Not only the staff was very friendly and attentive, the music exquisite and the place incredibly cozy, but the food was amazing! Paella al mariscos..."
Camelia Pislaru
"Best place to kick start Pride. Fab food, great atmosphere and lovely staff. Defo worth a visit. I will be..."
Siobhan Duggan
"Absolutely fantastic food, great restaurant and great staff. Always a pleasure to be there, Viva serves the best Spanish food in Dublin and the..."
Fran Mulholland
"Nice place, lovely food, great staff/service. Would highly..."
He Ron
"Really nice restaurant with delicious food. We got paella 🥘 with chicken - strongly recommenden. White sangria is very nice. Perfect 👌 service...."
"I reckon I’ve probably been to most tapas bars in Dublin by now and nowhere comes close to Port House. From the moment you arrive into the dark,..."
Aoife Mul
"My husband and I just rambled upon this place and absolutely loved it! It was just what we were looking for as we're not really into the pub scene!..."
Clare Fisher
"Decided to try this place based on a recommendation. I went around 6pm on a Sunday evening, the staff was friendly and the food was delicious...."
Chelsea Renee
"Have eaten here on a few different occasions, staff are friendly and attentive and the food even better .One of my favourite places to eat in Dublin..."
Mark Casserly
"Me and my partner visited the South William one and we fell in love! We ordered 7 lovely tapas dished and some amazing red wine. The atmostphere was..."
Liisa Romo
"Regular visiter! Had a great time yesterday with friends, high chance we emptied their kitchen! Amazing food, great service and not rushed at..."
Emma Ni Rua
"Had a fabulous night here, staff couldn't do more for us and the food and wine were top notch! Though we suffered the next day... totally worth..."
CJ Mouat
"As always.. Loved my afternoon into evening sitting outside of the porthouse very chilled and great atmosphere brilliant staff and the best g&t's in..."
Totsie Masterson
"Love everything about this place..food.. wine..service.. would highly..."
Janette McKenna
"was worth the wait for our table, fantastic food and the staff are..."
Clíona Keogh
"Prawn pil pil, padron peppers and albondigas meatballs are amazing! Low lighting so romantic and cosy with candles. My fave tapas..."
"Great atmosphere and great food. After queuing for a table and a wait at the bar of about 10 minutes we were seated. The waiter for our table was..."
Lorraine Mullan
"Very relaxed atmosphere.. waitresses very helpful and polite. Food great n wine also. TapAs food - good portions.would highly recommend it. Hoping..."
Nuala Nolan
"Easy going place to eat. Loads of room between tables which is nice. I had the fish pie. U have to wait about 15 minsfor it, but definitely worth the..."
Caroline Brennan
"Stumbled on this hidden gem on Saturday and went back Sunday, great place didn't eat there but it all looked great nice helpful staff, very good for..."
Janet Ross
"Really enjoyed my visit to he Market Bar yesterday with my sister in law. We have eaten there many times and have never been disappointed. The food..."
Anne Flynn
"Hidden gem ...didn't realise it even existed ...highly recommend this..."
Ena Dixon
"Amazing place and super helpful staff. Thank you! Highly..."
Anastasia Bo
"My favourite place to eat in Dublin never disappointing Lovely food and good value for..."
Lisa Hoctor
"Great place... this was my Second Time Here, But Last night was my Staff Party in the Market Bar.....ye held on Reservation 2 tables for us, this..."
Mícheál O Ceallachain
"Went here last night for my boyfriends birthday, the staff was amazing and food and drink to match it!!! Will be back..."
Simone Doyle
"We had our Christmas Party here the last two years and has just been brilliant. This year we were in The Black Market, we had a great night... a..."
Sal Malone
"Unbelievable food and service. Huge size portions and excellent value. American waitress is so helpful. Highly..."
Garry Byrne
"Lovely atmosphere. Staff friendly and helpful. Yes you had to wait for certain food but if you want fresh food cooked to order most people don't mind..."
Sara Jane Boland
"Amazing! Very generous sized portions, really good atmosphere! Friendly helpful staff..."
"If you want to feel like home, South american shop is your best place! The shop is manage for friendly and helpful people and the location can't be..."
Martin Licheri
"The best shop in town!. Very good prices and special offers :) :) :)..."
Lucas Benjamin
"Excelente tener donde comprar dulce de leche CONAPROLE!!! ;) Great to have a place where it's possible to buy "dulce de leche Conaprole" (y) Great..."
Nicole Stapff Estefanell Biodanza
"Great location, great service and the best staff. Very attentive manager and..."
María Dcf
"Buena onda, excelentes productos e inmejorable ubicación! No dejen de pasar si estan un toque..."
Nicolas Arcusin
"Great shop with a great people!
If you are homesick.......go there and buy..."
Mariano Barbani
"Plenty of variety of Argentinian and South American products in Dublin city center. The staff is really friendly and..."
Guri Fracchia
"5 star place!like at home!!!te tratan mejor que en casa, excelente servicio y productos de primera!totalmente..."
Antonio Sanchez
"Pasar por yerba y duoce de leche...tomarse unate y comer un alfajor de maicena....ni master lo..."
Pablo Jeremias Celis
"Excelente atención y los mejores productos argentinos !!!!100%..."
Maria Paz Vidal
"Un cacho de Argentina en pleno Temple Bar...."
Diego Riveiro
"Qué bueno que existen! Mi paso por Dublin fue 10 veces mejor gracias al South American Shop! Un abrazo a Juan y al Colo :) :)..."
Gabita Junior
"Excelente atención y muy buenos productos! Te hacen sentir mas cerca de..."
Beto Alza
"De pasada vimos este local y prometí volver y hoy me pase y me compre de todo graciassss entreriano!!! Pongan un local en galway!!!!♥♥♥ super..."
Yuri McDonnell
"Un ricon de nuestra tierra de temple bar único..."
"Food amazing as always - one of my fav restaurants in Dublin. Great service from all the friendly staff. Definitely recommend..."
Fiona Kilty
"Food ,atmosphere, wine and staff were amazing I'll will definitely return in the very near future. Also super cute terrace area at the back lit up..."
Shauna Healy
"Great Tapas - beautiful Spanish singer (Sunday's only). There is always a lovely atmosphere and staff are exceptionally pleasant. My fav Tapas -..."
Patricia Tsouros
"Great food, cool ambient and really nice staff. Will defo be..."
Suzana Kutleša
"Great food, atmosphere and service. Will highly recommend to friends and will definately be making a return..."
Renée Moore
"The food was amazing, and the staff were friendly and attentive.....we enjoyed it so much that we are spending our last evening in Dublin having..."
Elisabete M. Raposo Moriarty
"Oh man. The best Chorizo and Tortilla and Croquetas. I would definetely go back there. We are from Perth in Western..."
Maria Louisa Clinton Arroita
"Fantastic food . Great choice of wines . Highly recommend a visit here . Staff are friendly and..."
Anne Costello
"Amazing! Best tapas I've had yet! The house wine was gorgeous too very light and fruity and all the food with it -..."
Katie Wilkin
"Excellent restaurant in terms of both food and service. Decor lovely. Definately will be..."
Catherine Larkin
"Lovely food and frie sly staff. Very nice..."
John Farrell
"Food was great so was the staff delicious..."
John ONeill
"Great food, great service and great atmosphere! Will definitely be back!..."
Pamela Emans
"Tasty food,very chilled out vibes.,friendly helpful..."
Julie O Connor
"Best tapas
I've ever had..."
Jason Dowdall
"Try the Chorizo nd the croquette. Cheese balls too. Great..."
Nounou Bo
"Wonderful Espanyol .... If like the spinach spicy food try Gambas àl Pil Pil. If garlic is you flavour then your chair is booked here. ..."
Abdulla Al Salami
"Came here with a friend and we got 5 tapas to share. All were delicious, the best I’ve had in Dublin!We got fresh fingers of cod which..."
Aifric Heffernan
"Can't wait to go back again! Excellent quality food for the price it is at. Also some portions of tapas were great to share. Stuffed after the meal...."
Laura And Steven
"I've been taking my time to write this review because WOW, amazing! I loved every bit of it. I came for dinner with one of the girls on a Friday..."
Megan McGuinness
"I love my tapas food and this is one of the best ones iv been to! It's a great option for big groups as you can order loads of small dishes and get..."
Katie O'Connor
"WOWWWW!!! I knew this place was going to be good but I was sooo impressed!! I felt like I was actually in Spain. It's a gorgeous little restaurant..."
Caoimhe McE
"Tapas is such a fantastic way to eat that it is hard to do badly. That being said, it is tricky to create an all-round excellent tapas restaurant but..."
Patrick M
"Was having a mid week catch up with a friend so we choose la bodega as we wanted somewhere relaxed with a chilled atmosphere. Decor and lighting is..."
Katy O'Driscoll
"One of best tapas restaurants in Dublin (as good if not better than tapas de lola). Great atmosphere with live music on weekends. Sardinas a la..."
Naser Monsefi
"La Bodega offers brilliant service and top quality Tapas. The food was cooked to perfection and all for a reasonable price considering the..."
Paddy Ryan
"We got 2 dishes each and had plenty of choice to choose from. Great atmosphere and location is perfect. Goats cheese starter is fab and good from a..."
Edwina
"Some Sundays are made for roast dinners and some Sundays are made for snacking. As we strolled up Ranelagh, heading northwards, we were definitely in..."
Joanne Cronin
"I love the tapas here, personally I think they serve the best tapas in town and are very reasonably priced. Everything on the menu is delicious. the..."
Rebecca Treacy
"Personally, I am yet to meet someone who doesn’t enjoy tapas food… little plates of delicious Spanish food that you can mix and match, share (or..."
Kate Barry @ Kateskabin
"I've been here a few times with different groups and have had a lovely meal on each occasion. The tapas portions are really big. The best way we have..."
Louise
"Love the atmosphere in this restaurant been here a few times and the food is consistently good. Prices are reasonable and they have a decent wine..."
Lydia Walsh
"this is the best Tapas restaurant in Dublin. great food and great service, reasonably priced. lovely atmosphere in restaurant. the meatballs are..."
Dee Barry
"Buzzy restaurant on a wet night in late April, warm ambience of chatter permeates enough to give privacy, music is Spanish, prices are very..."
David Morse
"Definitely my favourite tapas restaurant in Dublin... but then I haven't made it to Las Tapas de Lola yet! Anyway, one at a time...Great..."
John Lee
"I've been here a few times and have loved it every single time. If you enjoy tapas styled meals this is definitely the place for you. The food is..."
Isobel Crowley
"A great little Spanish Tapas restaurant at the start of Ranelagh village. I've really like tapas restaurants in general as it alleviates much of the..."
Ponyboy
"Tapas, tapas and more glorious tapas. Ranelagh is without doubt the foodie heartland of Dublin, over 30 brilliant restaurants line its relatively..."
"Salamanca is definitely the best tapas restaurant in Dublin I absolutely love their sea food, had dinner here with my husband we ordered from the..."
Louise Morris
"Superb food served by the friendliest staff in Dublin. Can’t recommend Salamanca enough; a must place to eat!..."
Kate Reapy Griffin
"Salamanca is my new favourite tapas spot in Dublin. I was there last night (on a very busy Thursday) and the staff were exceptional, even under..."
Ciara Mooney
"Gorgeous food , great & fast service , easy to find and great location, Definitely recommend Seafood Paella it's delicious & a must to try there..."
Jennifer Mitchell
"Great food and the staff are the best especially Aisling! Highly recommend here..."
Va Mór
"First time dining here last Friday for my birthday and I have to say it didn't disappoint! Beautiful decor..warm friendly welcome from very helpful..."
Sonya Smith
"Amazing food, but the staff make it even better. Book in advannce we didn’t, but we were persistent and eventually we got a table.
The best Tapas..."
Eddy Leonard
"Salamanca’s is one of the best tapas restaurants in Dublin , fantastic food and most importantly really fantastic and very friendly service , ..."
Proinsias O Ciosain
"Great staff, food to die for and the wine is not too bad..."
Geraldine Yule
"Love this place.
Exellent food, great stuff and fabulous coffee!
Highly..."
Patrycjusz Sepolinski
"Walked in last night at 6.25pm without a reservation. The place was rocking. Was as always greeted immediately with a smile. We ordered off 'The..."
Mairead Wynne
"We discovered this gem of a restaurant by chance. Loved the decor and service was spot on. Food arrived quickly and was very delicious. Wouldn't..."
Alix Byrne
"Food is always great! The ambiance/staff wonderful. Great buzz about the place. Always enjoy eating here. � If I have one tiny gripe, it's that..."
Joan McCabe Butler
"Great food and very friendly staff! Good value for the quality of food. Definitely..."
Rachel Simpson
"Had a delicious meal here yesterday from the special lunch menu � chorizo burger is highly recommended � delicious ....."
Jacinta Murphy McKenna
"Great place for authentic Spanish food, would highly..."
"Excellent in every way. Staff, management, (even the chef is cool).
I will recommend a couple of dishes but only because they are my personal..."
Slim Luke Denby
"Etape extra et indispensable ... au milieu des meilleurs pubs du monde cet établissement espagnol/tapas/excellents vins rouges est un must !!!..."
Cyrille Vallet
"Probably one of the best wine bars with superb tapas that I have ever been to...... anywhere! Demonstrates class all over the..."
Simon Coulter
"Food was delicious with plenty of vegetarian choice, wine was delicious and staff were really friendly. Great..."
Elaine Muir
"Loved this place will go again soon. Food was great and the beer to and staff very..."
Colin Keogh
"Absolutely excellent great food and drink, just what we wanted. Would recommend to..."
Lukas Smith
"Had a gorgeous meal here & staff were really..."
Carly Bates
"Delicious food, beautiful sangria and extremely helpful staff! Will definitely be..."
Ciara Byrne
"I was here last night with my husband. Loved it. Lovely welcome by the staff. Service was great. Food was amazing. The place itself is beautifull. It..."
John Paul Leme Byrne
"Great time good service good food nothing bad to sey just a really good spot for tapas we enjoyed it a..."
Sergio Yojja
"Great food. Friendly staff. Great service. Lovely surroundings. I'll be..."
Siobhan Foran
"Excellent food and excellent service! Great atmosphere. You need to go..."
Joseph Allatt
"Excellent place great service fab..."
Jenny Mac
"The price could be better (like in Spain hahaha) but the quality was very..."
David Gonzalez Moreno
"Fab food and great service , definitely be returning..."
"Best date spot in dundrum was cosy with alcoves, candles and dimmed lighting. The food was sensational great tapas. We ordered patatas bravas,..."
Saz
"Went here on Sunday for some fuel mid shopping. I love this place. The food is always good and it's really cosy. We had a lamb stew, oxtail stew..."
Katy O'Driscoll
"Been many times to The Port House Ibericos, always love their food, although each item doesn't seem expensive I'm sometimes surprised at the bill...."
Carol @ Gin & Griddle
"I met a friend here for a catch up. Nice meeting place as tables are not on top of each other and there is also a small decking area outside to eat...."
Laura And Steven
"Have tried all of the port houses now and this is probably my favourite of the 3. We had a late lunch on a Sunday so was just their usual dinner..."
Eirnin McDermott
"The port house restaurants are great and this is the nicest one of all. Lovely cosy location with dim lighting to set the mood. Delicious tasty tapas..."
Karl Hopkins
"Love The Port House for tapas, it feels really authentic and tastes amazing! I would recommend about 3 tapas per person and their Sangria is a must!..."
Caitriona Brennan
"I've been to the Port House Ibericos dozens of times and it's probably my favourite spot in Dundrum. Great setting (but be warned, a little..."
Rebecca
"Lovely spot perfect for a date night or a catch up with friends. The setting is gorgeous and has a real authentic Spanish feel. It is great value and..."
Louise
"I love tapas the portions are perfect if your going out because I always find a full meal is way too heavy. The food came pretty quickly and we..."
Lucy Quinn
"Another week, another review of a Dundrum restaurant! The Town Centre is where I spend a fair amount of time catching up with my Mam… me wandering..."
"Wonderful and affordable place. The decor so on point, the food hmmm, yummmy. The music is just perfect, to loud n rough, but smooth n..."
Musa Moyo
"Love this place. Food is always perfect and the staff are amazing. Special shout out to the new young Irish waitress who served us last night - you..."
Lesley Smyth
"Lovely staff, lovely setting, great food & great value. Duck, calimari and the special chicken & chorizo paella were..."
Stephanie McEnroe Conway
"Love this place, love their Tapas, only complaint was last time we booked we were not made aware until we got there that we would have to vacate the..."
Marie Byrne
"Fab food fab atmosphere..lovely staff and and great value..."
Sean Fallon
"Really enjoyed our night. Nice and cosy atmosphere with great bachata music. Food was fab. Service brilliant. Made my birthday night special for me...."
Kristy Lite
"Superb Tapas on offer, easily on a par with anything you will find in Madrid or Barcelona. Food quality of a high standard and made with fresh..."
Mark Smyth
"Food is amazing lovely place very friendly staff good choice and well..."
Elaine Carey Dennis
"Lovely food and nice staff... I will definitely go back..."
Marie Morrissey
"Our first time to visit Casa del Toro and won't be our last, food was amazing and the staff were so attentive but not intrusive. A big shout out to..."
Brenda O'Donnell
"Wonderful spot with excellent service and delicious food. I recommend booking in advance as it's a popular spot and tables fill up..."
Marian Murphy
"Good Spanish restaurant with a tipical decor in Dumcondra. Delicious seafood paella 🥘 and a yummy homemade crunchie and flake cheesecake. Good..."
Daniela Martins
"Nice tapas in Drumcondra.I have visited this place for numerous times. It has a nice atmosphere and great out door sitting for sunny days. The..."
Naser Monsefi
"A classic tapas bar in the heart of Drumcondra. The outside and interior alone set a wonderful tone for you're Spanish inspired evening in..."
Chris Ó'Coisdealbha
"Casa del toro a place that interested me as soon as it opened. I decided to visit with my friend Eimear Forde the moment i walked in I was..."
Johnny Galligan
"AY DIOS MIO! With the assistance of my loyal friend Zomato my housemate and new Zomatoer Johnny Galligan visited Casa del Toro less than an..."
Eimear Forde
"I've eaten here twice and neither times left disappointed. the restaurant itself is lovely, service was great, really friendly and helpful. I'd..."
Elaine Bradley
"Went here on Monday. Was an absolutely lovely dining experience. The staff were very friendly and helpful. So glad that a tapas place has opened..."
Caitriona Ferry
"Finally at long last I got to visit Casa Del Toro, which considering the close proximity to my front door and the fact that I love food so much, I..."
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