Harden's survey result
Summary
“So much more than just a tapas bar” – this basement hideaway at the foot of a handsome Georgian terrace, near picturesquely located St John-in-Hampstead church, boasts a serious and eclectic wine list and a focused menu of Spanish and Italian small and sharing plates.
Summary
Under a picturesque Georgian terrace, close to St John-in-Hampstead church, this basement tapas bar is a prime destination in the area thanks to its “consistently delicious food, attentive staff” and “lovely atmosphere”. The menu adds Italian elements to its Spanish core, and there’s a “very good wine selection”.
Summary
Serving “the best tapas in Hampstead” – this “wonderful little hideaway” serves “simply exceptional vegetable plates” as well as “great fish and meat”, with Italian as well as Spanish dishes on the menu. In the gracious approach to St John-at-Hampstead – it’s “a brilliant conversion: they really got the ghost out of this basement”, ensuring a “fun visit every time”.
Summary
This atmospheric Hampstead basement bar serves some of the “better tapas” in town, winning high praise for its changing Spanish menu and international wines. Bookings are only taken for lunch on Fridays to Sundays, but you can wait for a table in the pub opposite and they’ll text you.
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28 Church Row, London, NW3 6UP
Restaurant details
28 Church Row Restaurant Diner Reviews
"We visited for lunch which may be less chaotic than a dinner service. The menu of small plates was really interesting and dishes were well designed. Really friendly and helpful service and a pretty extensive and not expensive wine list."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £29.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £2.50 |
| Service | 12.50% |
28 Church Row, London, NW3 6UP
Opening hours
| Monday | 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑10:15 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑9:15 pm |
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