Harden's survey result
Summary
This “enjoyable tapas” bar in Crouch End (sibling to Stokie’s Escocesa, see also) is suitably “cramped and authentic”, and for a dozen years has been “a handy spot to have on the doorstep, with a very good Spanish wine list, mostly available by the glass”. ‘Esteban’ was founded by Stephen Lironi, a Glasgow-born music producer, backed here by Spanish duo chef Pablo Rodriguez and manager Naroa Ortega. No complaints about the quality, although “the menu rarely changes”.
Summary
This Crouch End spot has built a strong local name over more than a decade, and is known for its superior tapas and a “really good selection of Spanish wine, by the glass or bottle”. Founder Stephen (‘Esteban’) Lironi is a Glasgow-born music producer and sherry aficionado, while Barcelona-born chef Pablo Rodriguez arrived via Barrafina.
Summary
This “cosy and vibey” tapas bar has a strong local following in Crouch End, and celebrates its tenth anniversary this year. ‘Esteban’, its founder, is in fact Glasgow-born record producer Stephen Lironi, a long-time fan of Spanish cuisine; chef Pablo Rodriguez is from Barcelona, while manager Naroa Ortega is from Bilbao.
Summary
“A lively tapas spot popular with the locals” – if you are up Crouch End way, this well-established Spanish restaurant is one of the better wining and dining venues in the ’hood.
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29 Park Rd, London, N8 8TE
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
 Extras |
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|---|---|
| Bread | £4.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
29 Park Rd, London, N8 8TE
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑3:30 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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