The 7 Best Tapas Bars in Seville

Tuck in: Traditional tapas in Seville

Sevillan tapas is just not your usual croquetas and patatas bravas. It's the real deal. Think pork sirloin with whiskey sauce, espinacas con garbanzos (spinach with chickpeas), boquerones, and lots of jamón ibérico. The best tapas spots are hole-in-the-wall, stand-up eateries, with a few stools scattered around, and legs of jamón hanging from the vaulted ceiling. The relaxed, no-fuss approach of the tapas bars is nearly as addictive as the food. That, combined with the uniquely Andalusian dishes, makes Seville one of Spain's best cities for tapas. It might even be the best – try our pick of tapas bars in Seville and find out. 

7. Bodeguita Romero

The main appeal of Bodeguita Romero is its location away from the bustling streets of tapas-seeking tourists and locals. Bodeguita Romero is famous in its own right, not just for its exceptional tapas and wine list but also for its specialty pringá (stewed meat sandwich) that is a common favourite among tapas aficionados. As you approach the bar, the wonderful smells of freshly prepared tapas dishes and the lively unwavering chatter of diners and guests will entice you. 

6. Bar Alfalfa

This small, quaint tapas bar oozes quality and rustic charm both inside and out, and offers up its own unique twist on the classic tapas and wine menus you’re likely used to seeing in Seville. With vibrant and colourful plates of food, unique exterior decor and a whole load of heart both in the food served and in the ambience of the place, there truly is something very special about Bar Alfalfa. 

5. La Bartola

La Bartola may be small, but it packs a mean punch in terms of flavourful dishes, vibrant atmosphere and some of the best tapas around. La Bartola is constantly full of customers, arguably thanks to its amazing menu and affordable prices, which combined create the perfect place to wine and dine in Seville. While you’re certain to find the best array of wines that perfectly accompany your dishes, you’ll also enjoy the ambience and convenient location of La Bartola, which is why it’s a best-loved tapas bar and is usually first on someone’s mind when thinking of affordable and high-quality tapas bars in Seville.

4. La Brunilda

La Brunilda is another excellent find among the tapas scene in Seville– specialising in meat and seafood tapas, La Brunilda is perfect for those who want a local and cultural taste of the country without breaking the bank. Plus, for those of us who enjoy a tipple or two with our food, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the selection of beers and wines on the menu. La Brunilda’s atmosphere is unmatched both before and after dark, as hungry and thirsty locals and tourists flock to its dining tables and bar.

3. Casa Morales

Casa Morales is at its very core a family-run tapas bar, with centuries of the same family making it their mission to serve the best tapas and Spanish alcohol to locals and bring authenticity to the streets of Seville. Casa Morales is often top of the list of recommended tapas bars by both locals and regular visitors, so it’s certainly not one to miss out on. Here, you can try traditional Jamon, Pimientos, Iberico Ham and so many more popular and authentic tapas dishes that are enjoyed across the city. 

2. Bar Estrella

Bar Estrella has, since the 1930s, made quite a name for itself among both locals and tourists alike when it comes to places to sample traditional Spanish tapas alongside your favourite alcoholic tipple. Bar Estrella focuses on creating a warm, inviting and lively atmosphere for every one of its guests, earning it a reputation as one of the best loved bars in the city. While it may have an unsuspecting and simple looking exterior, it is the bar’s central location that puts it on the map when on the search for a convenient place to quench your thirst or satisfy your hunger without going too far off the beaten path.

1. El Rinconcillo 

The oldest tapas bar in Seville, El Rinconcillo has been serving the traditional Spanish dishes for more than 300 years, having first opened its doors in the late 17th century. Since then, it has become one of the best loved tapas bars in the city, and a perfect place to sample some traditional tapas or other quintessential Spanish dishes.