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Iberian pork cheek stew (9/10): a must-order. Slow-cooked, savory goodness. Goat cheese (8/10): delicious and packed with flavor! Loved that the goat cheese was bundled with the tomatoes and sauce in nice little bites We came here immediately after having an awful experience at Bodega de la Alfalfa across the street, so didn't have the stomach to order more. But definitely get the pork cheek.
When we walked in, my eyes were immediately drawn to the Iberian ham hanging from the ceiling and I knew this was my kind of place. Knowing we were going to eat a lot during a food tour, we settled on some small tapas (ham, cheese, bread, and olives) and got some sangria and a beer. We sat at the bar and I was able to practice my Spanish with the bartender. The ham was a generous portion and I loved watching them cut it behind the bar! Very fun and old establishment-y vibes. Wish we could've tried more on the menu if we didn't have other plans!
Food so nice, we ate here twice! Everything was so good - I have no notes. First the drinks - the tinto de verano was so refreshingly good. We got the chicken dish which was my favorite. We also got the beef cheek stew which was also my favorite. Highly recommend trying these two. I enjoyed the squid ink pasta, as well. It does get busy so have patience. It's worth the wait. The evening staff were also incredibly friendly. We had a jovial conversation with them in our broken Spanish. What a memorable visit we had!
Decent spot for tapas. Seems locals come here. Packed and can sell out of items (i.e. paella). Tables aren't cleaned so don't expect anything. Items like stewed beef and alfalfa chicken are delicious. Skip the jamon here - better quality elsewhere. We had the shouting (but kind) bartender so it was an experience!
It got crowded, there's no reservations and you have to wait for a spot to open up and order at the bar. The bartender was a little sassy but overall very efficient and fair. Impressive service given how busy he was. I loved the bruschetta classica tapa. Recommend getting this over the caprese. The au gratin smoked cheese was also delicious and great to eat with the bruschetta. It was kind of like queso fundido but Spanish instead of Mexican. Their bresoala was also tasted. Reminded me of a hearty Irish stew with tender braised meat. Their Berenjas Rusticas very also really good. Fast efficient service and very delicious food! I would come back here.
A charming and cozy local tapas bar and the best way to say a sweet goodbye to Seville. The place is quite small but popular with locals and travelers from all around, so expect a bit of a wait, which is worth it. We ordered 5 tapas for 2 people, and left very happy with the food and service.
SEVILLE SPAIN - 05/ 02/23 - Absolutely amazing on every level. As usual perusing Yelp trying to find a place to eat I see Alfalfa & 2 of my Yelp acquaintances had eaten there. Salena my friend from Chicago & Lily (formerly from Chicago now in Copell TX). Alfalfa is rated 4 1/2 stars on Yelp for good reason. When we arrived we stood outside waiting for over an hour to gain access as it was packed & for good reason. The restaurant is on triangular corner w/limited space. The space is a high volume but the space above is very creatively utilized crammed full of an assortment of wines racks. This restaurant is small but vibrant full of people and staff chatting around you w/music playing & the server walking around singing the songs. We ordered 4 dishes which proved to be plenty for the * Tallerin de Calemares - Black Noodles w/baby squid (excellent) * Salmon Marinado - Marinated Salmon on Bread w/potato salad * Bacalao a La Roman - Cod Fish * Roja Tapa - Pesto w/Pecorino cheese & Pine nuts on toasted bread And a ice cold grande brewski (oops). I mean Creveza to wash it all down We sat at the bar quick service outstanding food & inexpensive. Dinner $22.60 Euros plus tip. You can't even get a good burger & beer in Chicago for this much & the food was outstanding in an awesome lively environment. Hell yeah I'll go back again if I make it back to Seville. I LOVED THIS PLACE
I stopped by Bar Alfafa in Seville after reading all teh reviews. The restaurant definitely did not disappoint. It had a really chill vibe for traveling solo or in a group. In terms of food, I tried their Pork Cheek. The meat was surprisingly tender and flavourful. It was also really affordable, especially given the location (in the touristy area). Probably my favourite spot in Seville so I'd give it 9/10
Stumbled upon this local little tapas joint where we grabbed a quick bite of cafe con leche + tostada con aceite, tomate, y jamón on our very first day in Seville. As we planned to only be in the city for a couple days, we decided to take an early flight from Madrid to get a fuller day of sightseeing upon arrival at 9 am. Alfalfa was an easy 15ish minute walk through the quaint streets from the lovely boutique hotel we stayed at near the Alcázar. Service at 11ish was quite slow and only a few other people were inside. We sat ourselves at the bar and ordered from there. Great breakfast bites selection for wonderful prices. The jamón was spectacular. Would've loved to see it in full form during actual nighttime but it was great to have as an option for breakfast!
WOW! Amazing, tasty, and fresh local food; wonderful ambience with a very cozy and historic feel; and delightful service! Everyone was so helpful and always smiling! Not to mention the amazing cheese tapa and paella we had! This is not a fancy or sit down place but a casual spot to eat & it can get crowded as it is small so don't come with a large group of people. Although there are bathrooms, there are no sinks to wash your hands so travel with a bottle of hand sanitizer. Highly recommend!
We came at like 8pm. The line was out the door. This place is small inside . The wait was like 20 minutes. The service was fast and smooth. We got sangria, pork cheek, baked Provolone, grilled Steak, wok in squid ink, smoked Salmon and fried cod. The steak was amazing in texture and taste. The fried cod was tasty and moist inside. The smoked salmon was salty. The wok in squid ink was too salty from the sauce which tasted like soy sauce . The pork cheek was so tender and Flavorful. Overall a great experience and amazing food
18 days ago
Top top m tapas in sevilla, plus attention 200% Jaime and all his cowokers did a great job read more
28 days ago
Holy %#¥&@ this places was incredible! We almost didn't go in favor of a shorter line elsewhere, but someone in line told us it will move quickly, and it did. The food was spectacular (falls in my top 5 ever!) and the service, plus ambiance were top-notch. Table for two, 5 tapas and 3 drinks.... Cost? Under $40 USD. We were so blown away we'll be back here tomorrow too. read more
Food was undisputedly delicious and I'm glad that I came here but be forewarned that this is a tiny establishment that does not do reservations and is on a first come first served basis. I came here due to a yelp recommendation because like most westerners unaccustomed to the Spanish way of living I was hungry at about 7 pm and needed something to eat. Yay yelp to the rescue. The place was crowded and there were no seats available when I arrived. There were many small groups congregated around tables and a few couples as well. It isn't obvious how to proceed once you come in the door so I probably stood there awkwardly for a few minutes near the door before making my way to the bar to what looked to be a vacant seat. A gentleman informed me that it belonged to his girlfriend so I was forced to now stand awkwardly next to the bar. Bar tender to the rescue explaining that if I waited he was pretty sure someone would leave soon and I could order a drink while I waited. I ordered a sangria and also inquired about food but was told that I need to have an actual seat in order to order food. After nursing my drink for about 20 mins when I was about to pay and head out to find somewhere else to eat, a spot finally opened up and I was treated to the most delicious steak and potatoes and zucchini tapas. This had to be one of the most delicious things I have eaten on this vacation. When I finally vacated my seat to save a pair of new arrivals, there was a line outside of people waiting for the opportunity to eat here. I might chance it again before I leave Seville. I highly recommend for the food and friendly waiters but wish there was a way to turn seats over more quickly. One guy kept insisting he was saving his girlfriend's seat but in the 90 mins I spent there she never showed up. Who knows if she ever existed. Bread comes free with your tapas order and really complimented the meal. read more
Iberian pork cheek stew (9/10): a must-order. Slow-cooked, savory goodness. Goat cheese (8/10): delicious and packed with flavor! Loved that the goat cheese was bundled with the tomatoes and sauce in nice little bites We came here immediately after having an awful experience at Bodega de la Alfalfa across the street, so didn't have the stomach to order more. But definitely get the pork cheek. read more
6 months ago
When we walked in, my eyes were immediately drawn to the Iberian ham hanging from the ceiling and I knew this was my kind of place. Knowing we were going to eat a lot during a food tour, we settled on some small tapas (ham, cheese, bread, and olives) and got some sangria and a beer. We sat at the bar and I was able to practice my Spanish with the bartender. The ham was a generous portion and I loved watching them cut it behind the bar! Very fun and old establishment-y vibes. Wish we could've tried more on the menu if we didn't have other plans! read more
Food so nice, we ate here twice! Everything was so good - I have no notes. First the drinks - the tinto de verano was so refreshingly good. We got the chicken dish which was my favorite. We also got the beef cheek stew which was also my favorite. Highly recommend trying these two. I enjoyed the squid ink pasta, as well. It does get busy so have patience. It's worth the wait. The evening staff were also incredibly friendly. We had a jovial conversation with them in our broken Spanish. What a memorable visit we had! read more
Decent spot for tapas. Seems locals come here. Packed and can sell out of items (i.e. paella). Tables aren't cleaned so don't expect anything. Items like stewed beef and alfalfa chicken are delicious. Skip the jamon here - better quality elsewhere. We had the shouting (but kind) bartender so it was an experience! read more
9 months ago
It got crowded, there's no reservations and you have to wait for a spot to open up and order at the bar. The bartender was a little sassy but overall very efficient and fair. Impressive service given how busy he was. I loved the bruschetta classica tapa. Recommend getting this over the caprese. The au gratin smoked cheese was also delicious and great to eat with the bruschetta. It was kind of like queso fundido but Spanish instead of Mexican. Their bresoala was also tasted. Reminded me of a hearty Irish stew with tender braised meat. Their Berenjas Rusticas very also really good. Fast efficient service and very delicious food! I would come back here. read more
A charming and cozy local tapas bar and the best way to say a sweet goodbye to Seville. The place is quite small but popular with locals and travelers from all around, so expect a bit of a wait, which is worth it. We ordered 5 tapas for 2 people, and left very happy with the food and service. read more
9 months ago
Highlight of our trip to Seville... a local place with amazing service, food (tapas) and local beer. The place was bustling with locals and tourists but there is always a place to sit. Will definitely go back and highly recommend. read more
6 months ago
Affordable, delicious tapas! It is often overcrowded with tourists and has quite a wait- usually there is a line out the door. The tapas are delicious with a nice selection. We loved the bacalao! The aceitunas and paella were fantastic as well. read more
SEVILLE SPAIN - 05/ 02/23 - Absolutely amazing on every level. As usual perusing Yelp trying to find a place to eat I see Alfalfa & 2 of my Yelp acquaintances had eaten there. Salena my friend from Chicago & Lily (formerly from Chicago now in Copell TX). Alfalfa is rated 4 1/2 stars on Yelp for good reason. When we arrived we stood outside waiting for over an hour to gain access as it was packed & for good reason. The restaurant is on triangular corner w/limited space. The space is a high volume but the space above is very creatively utilized crammed full of an assortment of wines racks. This restaurant is small but vibrant full of people and staff chatting around you w/music playing & the server walking around singing the songs. We ordered 4 dishes which proved to be plenty for the * Tallerin de Calemares - Black Noodles w/baby squid (excellent) * Salmon Marinado - Marinated Salmon on Bread w/potato salad * Bacalao a La Roman - Cod Fish * Roja Tapa - Pesto w/Pecorino cheese & Pine nuts on toasted bread And a ice cold grande brewski (oops). I mean Creveza to wash it all down We sat at the bar quick service outstanding food & inexpensive. Dinner $22.60 Euros plus tip. You can't even get a good burger & beer in Chicago for this much & the food was outstanding in an awesome lively environment. Hell yeah I'll go back again if I make it back to Seville. I LOVED THIS PLACE read more
I stopped by Bar Alfafa in Seville after reading all teh reviews. The restaurant definitely did not disappoint. It had a really chill vibe for traveling solo or in a group. In terms of food, I tried their Pork Cheek. The meat was surprisingly tender and flavourful. It was also really affordable, especially given the location (in the touristy area). Probably my favourite spot in Seville so I'd give it 9/10 read more
Stumbled upon this local little tapas joint where we grabbed a quick bite of cafe con leche + tostada con aceite, tomate, y jamón on our very first day in Seville. As we planned to only be in the city for a couple days, we decided to take an early flight from Madrid to get a fuller day of sightseeing upon arrival at 9 am. Alfalfa was an easy 15ish minute walk through the quaint streets from the lovely boutique hotel we stayed at near the Alcázar. Service at 11ish was quite slow and only a few other people were inside. We sat ourselves at the bar and ordered from there. Great breakfast bites selection for wonderful prices. The jamón was spectacular. Would've loved to see it in full form during actual nighttime but it was great to have as an option for breakfast! read more
1 year ago
WOW! Amazing, tasty, and fresh local food; wonderful ambience with a very cozy and historic feel; and delightful service! Everyone was so helpful and always smiling! Not to mention the amazing cheese tapa and paella we had! This is not a fancy or sit down place but a casual spot to eat & it can get crowded as it is small so don't come with a large group of people. Although there are bathrooms, there are no sinks to wash your hands so travel with a bottle of hand sanitizer. Highly recommend! read more
5 months ago
We came at like 8pm. The line was out the door. This place is small inside . The wait was like 20 minutes. The service was fast and smooth. We got sangria, pork cheek, baked Provolone, grilled Steak, wok in squid ink, smoked Salmon and fried cod. The steak was amazing in texture and taste. The fried cod was tasty and moist inside. The smoked salmon was salty. The wok in squid ink was too salty from the sauce which tasted like soy sauce . The pork cheek was so tender and Flavorful. Overall a great experience and amazing food read more
11 months ago
An authentic tapas experience in Sevilla. Great, unique dishes with daily specials. Small but that's the charm read more
1 year ago
Best tapas I had in Seville. It's a must try if you're visiting. We waited about 25 minutes to get a table. You order at the bar and pick up your food when they call out the order. Everything was sooo cheap. Our total bill for 2 people was only 40 euros. The same meal in the US would have cost $200. We got 2 sangrias, 2 glasses of wine, and 5 tapas. The sangria was really good and wasn't too sweet. The caprese salad had a ton of oregano and the cheese/ tomato tasted super fresh. We got an Andalusian bread which was basically bread with tomato sauce, mozzarella and ham. The chicken was my favorite dish. It was tender and juicy and the sauce was garlicky and amazing. The salmon was decent though not my favorite compared to everything else. The wok squid noodles was my second favorite dish. read more
A must try if you're looking for tapas in Seville! The place is small but the staff was very nice and they play lively music to set the mood. Ordered a variety of tapas and sangria. The sangria was sweet, refreshing, and the perfect drink to quench your thirst after a day of sightseeing. My favorite was the scamorza cheese which was served hot with bread and crackers. It had a smoky taste to it which worked well with the creamy texture. We also got the aldaluza which is a slice of toast with salmorejo sauce and ham. The toast had a nice crisp which offset the savory sauce and the ham pieces were just perfect! We also got tue wok iberico which had sauteed noodles, vegetables and iberico pork. It was nice and saucy, packed with flavor. Finally, we got lasaña de retinto which is the spanish take on lasagna. It was creamy and loaded with beef. Overall a delicious and filling experience for a low cost! read more
Out of our entire 2 week Spain trip, this was the only restaurant we visited twice. For a few reasons. First, the service and attention to detail was awesome. It's amazing how much output there is for such a tiny kitchen. We asked the amazing employees how many workers there were and in total, there are 12, including the different shifts the restaurant has. When we looked it looked like there were only 3 staff members taking orders, cooking and serving dishes. There's a short-haired female worker and a really upbeat young guy who we absolutely loved. They were both extremely friendly and made us feel so incredibly welcomed. Second, and most importantly, the food was amazing. We ended up getting the pork cheek stew, salmorejo, pollo a la alfalfa, tosta de ibericos and lots of gin and tonic. It was all so amazing and everything came out piping hot and perfectly presented. The pork cheek stew and the alfalfa chicken were the two stand out dishes. read more
1 year ago
Stopped in for lunch while in seville after a recommendation. Tiny bar was packed when I arrived and it took a few minutes to get a seat. I sat at the bar and what a great. The bartenders were great, singing, dancing and having a great time, all while moving quickly to keep patrons happy. The food I had was fantastic. Started with some fried provolone and then the Carrillada de cerdo (pork cheek stew). The stew meat was tender and loaded with flavor, I could have eaten a second bowl it was so good. Best meal I had in Spain while traveling. Great place to relax and grab a quick bite with a fun and festive atmosphere. Highly recommended. read more
3 years ago
Delicious tapas. Prompt service. Adorable interior that is cozy. Staff is friendly. Not overrun with tourists and filled with locals. We sampled a variety of tapas and nothing disappointed us. read more
Loved this little place in Sevilla Spain. Cutest ambiance. Great food. Self service pretty much and you must wait your turn. It's tiny and very popular. You wait by the door and hope the lucky people inside eat fast and leave. We arrived just around noon and wait for 25 min for a table. You can take a look at the menu while you wait and look at what people order to get inspirations. That 25 min was fast but slow at the same time. It went quick because I was busy looking at everything inside the bar. It looked like straight from the Harry Potter movie. It went slow because all the delicious food came out of that kitchen was salivating. You can check out my photos to see what we ordered. They had an Asian spin in many of the dishes. You have to help yourself with dishes and order soon once you are seated because people are waiting to get it. You should enjoy the food and the atmosphere but don't linger for unnecessarily long just to be respectful. Loved this little place. It is on Yelp, so it is a little touristy. But it is small enough to not attract a ton of crowd. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Excellent tapas, cool ambiance, good music. Staff has it all under control. Just not big enough for all the people who want in! Go early or stand in line. read more
This was one of my foodie friends' absolute favorite, must-visit Seville tapas bar -- and it seems like this is the case for many! For me, this isn't a must-visit. The tapas are definitely price-friendly and most are tasty (we particularly liked the pork cheek stew - really tender, juicy meat and yummy potatoes; the jamon iberico is also sliced super thin and we got some good fatty pieces), but didn't seem standout in comparison to other tapas we've tried. The tiramisu is excellent (strong coffee flavor, super airy marscapone). One thing to note is that the bar is super small and most of the patrons seem to linger for ages even when they're done eating and ordering additional dishes -- and the waiters, while super friendly, aren't exactly rushing anyone along even when people have been waiting for a while. Be prepared to wait even when it's not peak dinner hour! Bar Alfalfa may be great for a more laidback, authentic local experience, and as with all tapas it's great to try a bunch of different dishes for a reasonable price -- but there are similar or better tapas out there that don't require a long standing wait. Dined: September 8, 2022 read more
3 years ago
We had a wonderful dinner here! Tapas and cocktails with a friendly vibe. Tables are tight as with most places in the city but the staff was very accommodating and welcoming. read more
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My gf and I stopped by this tapas bar because it was close to our airbnb and it was a great find! They have an extensive tapas menu with options for around 3-4 euro each. We ordered 4 and it was plenty for 2 people! Drinks are reasonable too. It's a casual, small place with stand only seating and no outdoor seating, so you might have to wait depending on the time of day. It was quite open around 4pm. Service is prompt and they give you so many olives as a free tapa- I was so pleased!! Great experience and great food! read more
7 years ago
Good food, great service! I went to Bar Alfalfa with my family around 10:30pm on a Monday night, and it was packed! My best friends highly recommended their Hummus so I knew I needed to come here. I wasn't surprised to see one tiny tall table open, I knew this was a bar scene and that's how most people eat tapas, but my parents weren't a fan of standing and eating. We got lucky, had 2 stools and then 2 people at the bar got up. If you are with people who are particular with how they eat, this place might not be ideal for you. On the bright side, it was one of my parent's favorite meals! They have a pretty small menu, offering maybe 12-14? tapas, lots of wine and beer, and then specials on their board. We ordered: - hamburguesa (on the board) - cooked medium, my parents favorite thing on the menu! - Pollo (on the board) - cooked in a wine sauce, not my favorite but saucy and the chicken was cooker perfectly and super easy to shred... it was also boneless thank god! - ensalada (on the board) - I think this salad had goat cheese if I'm not mistaken but it was so good! - Salmorejo - andalusian dip made with tomatoes, topped with ham and egg! SO YUMMY - Berenjenas rustica - Rustic eggplants, yummy! - Queso de cabra - delicious cheese! - Brusquetta classica - love bruschetta but a bit on the bland side! - Hummus - a bit bland for me - Jamon iberico (1/2 racion) - handcut right in front of us! - Botella de Zaranda - delicious WINE The service was amazing. The gentleman working was super charismatic and the woman was kind and patient. The music's good too! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Alfalfa is a cozy, elbow to elbow sort of bar that makes you fully appreciate being in Spain. There were a number of specials on the menu, which we fully took advantage of. The iberico pork cheeks were our favorite that we ordered two dishes of it. The pork was braised in wine and absolutely fork tender that it was actually difficult to spear it with our forks! We also ordered the seafood paella, which had so much depth in flavor infused into every grain of rice. The tuna tartare was also great and had a nice kick to it that was accompanied well by sweet mango. read more
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