Harden's survey result
Summary
“Authentic tapas in rustic surroundings under the arches in Southwark” helps make this an extremely popular “old favourite” for many in our annual diners’ poll. “It feels unchanged over 20 years, with classic, tasty dishes much better than the ordinariness of the setting might lead one to expect; and with the boss always around to greet you and chat like he has over the years”. “Prices are reasonable, including the keenly priced wine list, described in idiosyncratic terms (such as ‘Ollie Reed in a bottle’)”.
Summary
Long-standing tapas bar in a tiny converted pub near Southwark tube that’s “great fun and like being in Spain” – tucked away in a backstreet, it is handily close to the South Bank’s arts venues, including Tate Modern, the Old Vic and the National Theatre.
Summary
“Very good-quality” tapas and a “nice, buzzy” atmosphere greet guests at this converted small backstreet pub near the South Bank, one of the longer-established Hispanic specialists in town. It’s a “favourite for a casual night out” and “conveniently located for the NT, Young Vic, Tate Mod and so on”.
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Have you eaten at Mar I Terra?
14 Gambia St, London, SE1 0XH
Restaurant details
Mar I Terra Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Authentic tapas in rustic surroundings under the arches in Southwark: reasonable prices, a good wine list keenly priced and described in idiosyncratic terms (“Ollie Reed in a bottle “). Long-established (27 years)"
Prices
| Wine per bottle | £24.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
| Bread | £2.50 |
| Service | 10.00% |
14 Gambia St, London, SE1 0XH
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑12 am |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑12 am |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑12 am |
| Friday | 6 pm‑12 am |
| Saturday | 6 pm‑12 am |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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