Tapas Brindisa

I finally visited Tapas Brindisa on a Thursday afternoon prior to a spot of shopping in the market. The service was prompt and friendly and we sat to our table immediately.
The food was ok, not spectacular and I was disappointed that I had to de-vein the prawns in chilli and garlic for my guest. I was also disppointed with the potato bravas. I remember eating potato bravas @ Meza on Wardour Street a few years back and how wonderful it was for a veggie dish. Meza was my first experience of Tapas and unfortunately the Brindisa version wasn't half as good.
The highlight was the ham croquettes and I could easily eat 2 or 3 portions alone! Also the anchovies with roasted vegetables was tasty. Unfortunately the clams in bacon & butter beans was sold out so I was unable to try this combination that on paper read nicely.
I wouldn't rush back here in a hurry but if I was invited to eat there again, I would go.

After Barrafina my favourite Spanish restaurant in London although no booking policy and long waits can put me off going but I guess thats what is about. Food is good and its got a great atmosphere…also like the simple interior and location on the corner of Borough Market is fab! There are also a couple of good pubs in the market (the Market Porter and Wheatsheaf) so you can always go for a drink while you are waiting (it has got its own bar) but this can also get busy. Otherwise a wonder around he market is always worth it…

Better than most tapas bars in Barcelona, this hugely authentic tapas bar uses the best ingredients money can buy. Simple dishes like a chorizo tortilla with aoili, or even country toast with tomato, are executed brilliantly and can't be faulted. Some of the dishes are expensive for what they are, but choose wisely and you can eat fantastically well for an average price. The staff help make the buzzy atmosphere, and get away with just the right amount of 'manyana' attitude! A top spot for people-watching or a quick glasses of cava after a visit to Borough Market