Harden's survey result
Summary
“Excellent, authentic Spanish food and wine” ensure this expansive operation across two floors of the former Lloyds Bank HQ near the Bank of England appeals to diners from beyond the City’s confines (even if it is also clearly “catering to corporate card-holders”). Its spacious and tastefully decorated premises are unusually hospitable and stylish for somewhere in the heart of the Square Mile. Top Menu Tips – “the croquettas and monkfish are especially good”.
Summary
“High-quality” Hispanic dishes, all delivered in “a fine setting” – across two floors of the former Lloyds Bank HQ near the Bank of England – help create an “amazing atmosphere” at this “bustling restaurant”: not just one of the most attractive dining options in the City but also one of London’s better Spanish restaurants. It’s occasionally let down by “rather glacial and not very attentive service”.
Summary
Set over two spacious floors in the grand Victorian former HQ of Lloyds Bank, this “classy Spanish restaurant is a great place to eat and drink” – with food and atmosphere that are more than a match for most of its City rivals.
Summary
This smart and expansive Hispanic spread over two floors in the heart of the City, opposite the Bank of England, scores well for its “classic tapas” and meat dishes, accompanied by a heavyweight wine list.
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72-74 Lombard Street, London, EC3V 9AY
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £52.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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|---|---|
| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 7.00% |
72-74 Lombard Street, London, EC3V 9AY
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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