Harden's survey result
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.
Summary
“Brilliant upmarket tapas” have Crouch Enders purring that “we’re lucky to have this as our local Spanish restaurant”. It’s run by “lovely people” and has some “really interesting Spanish wines from smaller vineyards”. Top Tip – “paella lunches at the weekend are great fun with the kids”.
Summary
“Brilliant upmarket tapas” have Crouch Enders purring that “we’re lucky to have this as our local Spanish restaurant”. It’s run by “lovely people” and has some “really interesting Spanish wines from smaller vineyards”. Top Tip – “paella lunches at the weekend are great fun with the kids”.
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Restaurant details
Bar Esteban Restaurant Diner Reviews

"Fun place, friendly and good service. Can be noisy, and perhaps the menu needs to change more frequently/ wider range of specials."
Prices
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Wine per bottle | £21.00 |
Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
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Bread | £0.00 |
Service | 12.50% |
29 Park Rd, London, N8 8TE
Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED |
Tuesday | 6 am‑10 pm |
Wednesday | 6 am‑10 pm |
Thursday | 6 am‑10 pm |
Friday | 5 pm‑11 pm |
Saturday | 5 pm‑11 pm |
Sunday | CLOSED |
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