SquareMeal Review of
Barrafina Adelaide Street
London’s three branches of “buzzing” Barrafina can hold their own against Spain’s finest, and Barrafina Adelaide Street, on a corner site in theatreland, is no exception. Each has its own personality and style, although the no-bookings policy, marble and glass interiors, long bar and attentive, enthusiastic staff are common to all three. As ever, dishes range from the dainty (little shells of zingy, sweet scallop ceviche) to the gutsy (gorgeous, creamy milk-fed-lamb’s brains breadcrumbed and served with a punchy olive and tomato sauce) – not forgetting the Harts’ lauded tortilla laced with spicy morcilla and piquillo pepper. “There’s always something new and wonderful to try”, and two of our favourites are hits from the daily specials board – grilled John Dory lathered in a silky olive oil, garlic and parsley sauce, and Josper-grilled baby vegetables atop romesco sauce. To drink, sniff out the owners’ hand-picked sherries, or pick something suitable from the carefully sourced Spanish wine list. If you’re used to Spanish pinxtos prices, you’re in for a shock – but then again, a trip to Barrafina Adelaide Street is cheaper than a flight to Valencia.
Beronia: a wine for food lovers, created by food lovers
In Northern Spain there is a long-standing tradition of gastronomic societies, where friends with a passion for food and drink form clubs to meet, cook and appreciate fine food and wine. One such group of friends believed that they could produce great wines to complement their culinary prowess. The result was Bodegas Beronia, a multi award-winning winery which is now recognised as one of the finest Rioja brands in Spain. To find out more about Beronia wines, visit www.beroniatxoko.co.uk
Barrafina Adelaide Street is recommended for
Buzzy | Cool | Cosy | Fun | Dates | Breakfast | Counter Dining
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