I went back twice a week! Its really difficult to actually describe how delicious the food is. Each bite is melting in your mouth. Just thinking about it now it makes my mouth water. Spiced lamb chops, patatas bravas, beef carpacio, spinach crochetas, crispy prawns - i had then all. You have to order more than one dish per person if you want to satisfy your hunger and / or cravings. And lets not forget the sangria. read more

A really lovely find in St. Katharine's Docks. I came by with a friend at 8 PM on a Friday night and although the restaurant was crammed, they were able to squeeze us in. The restaurant's decor is really gorgeous with low ceilings, tapered candles, and reclaimed wood walls. It is a very intimate dining experience, making it a great place to come on a date or with one or two friends. We ordered the following: --Salmon - this comes beautifully presented with thin slices of salmon wrapped around a dill sauce and covered in a radish- like a very fresh little sushi roll! --Spinach croquetas - it is hard to go wrong with croquettes and these did not disappoint- they were creamy and fresh on the inside, and crispy on the outside --Cheese plate - a delicious assortment of cheese and fruit, again you can't go wrong! --Brava Potatoes - so simple and yet so delicious, the crispy potatoes came with a huge bowl of dipping sauce that was quite tasty --Crispy shrimp - we had not originally ordered these but after eying the tables on both sides of us devouring theirs, we had to try them, and they were fantastic --Foie Gras - this was our only miss of the evening- it did not come with enough bread and the foie gras itself was covered in a caramelized topping that made the dish too sweet The price point is fair for the quality of the dishes and the fantastic location right on the marina. They even have a few outdoor tables for those elusive London fair weather days! read more

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Stop what you're doing NOW and reserve a table to eat some of the best Tapas outside of Barcelona. Wow wow wow! We were randomly in this area (as Londoners we tend to stick around central, soho and shoreditch) SOOOO glad we ventured out because this was a hell of a find. The food here was exceptional and I have no issue stating this is probably (in fact definitely) the best tapas place we've come across so far in London. The sangria was delicious, the patatas bravas perfect, the sea bass was succulent and crunchy, the croquettes melted in your mouth and OH MY GOD - the foie gras Creme brûlée with brioche was SUBLIME!!!! Maybe I went on a good day, but I was really pleasantly surprised by this little find in the picturesque St Katherine's Dock. The decor was a trendy shabby chique and they have these interesting pincers to eat your tapas (although feel free to ask for regular cutlery if this seems too daunting). I just loved it all! This'll definitely be on my top places to eat in London. Shame there's only one in town! Would they maybe consider opening one in King's Cross just for my eating pleasure? Pretty please???? read more

Bravas Tapas - Foie Gras Creme Brûlée with Brioche (you MUST try this!!) - Spanish Near Me - London, XGL

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This lovely Spanish tapas restaurant has so much charm and warmness that when we are passing by we couldn't resist not going in... St. Katherine' s docks offers lovely views and many options for dinner, but Bravas Tapas is probably one of the best options there. The staff were really welcoming and prompt. As we were shown to our table, a drinks order was taken quickly soon after we settled and hello delicious Sangria! As for food, there were a number of dishes in each category - meat, sea food, vegetarian and each sounded quite nice in it's own right. We ordered Gazpacho, grilled sea bass and the grilled octopus as we were in a mood for a light dinner. The food was so delicious that I even enjoyed the octopus, something i don't usually like... All in all, the food was amazing, served beautifully and came quickly; the service was great and the staff were really nice. Certainly, it's one of the nicest tapas places I have been to so far. read more

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Bravas is a new intimate tapas bar, perfect if sharing dishes between two in St Katherine Docks. Service is great and the staff are very helpful in helping describe dishes. There were a few that were confusing orders and not giving the correct items to people. One couple were there almost half as long as we were, but because their food was being given to the wrong couple on the same half of a table in the centre of the restaurant, they didn't get any food that whole time! The manager was clearly angry at this. But teething troubles during a soft launch is nothing new. It's one of the risks. Ourselves, we had a great time. The food was good portion and flavour wise. Some dishes such as the seabass were meh, but the raw Cod "Esqueixada" was amazing, as was the salmon dish, bravas potatoes and pork sliders. Sometimes simple really is best! The desserts. Well wow. I have never had anything like the Fresh Macerated Strawberries with white choc and cava. Mindblowing. And the crazy lopsided glasses they served a few courses in were quite unique and I want some. In all, lovely place. Great tapas, perfect potions for 2 and nice atmosphere. Dishes a little on the pricier side quantity wise, but this is tapas in London and the quality sure makes up for it. Expect £4-8 per dish. The place has wifi apparently but the staff member we asked didn't know the password and we were about to leave. read more

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I've been to Bravas Tapas a couple of times now, as it's located around the corner from my office. It's a little tucked away in St Katherine's Dock, but if you know where the Medieval Banquet is (with the plate armour suit outside), then Bravas is just a couple of shop units down. I've been here when it's been mostly empty and packed out, and got a rather different service both times. The first time was with my team at work, and we took a long table with a party of 12 people. Sharing the tapas between us, every dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. I'm a big fan of the lamb cutlets - definitely go for those! There is also seating outside, though it always looks rather out of place to me, as it's detached from the restaurant by a public walkway. I'd recommend sitting inside if you visit here. On the occasion me and a couple of colleagues went when it was very busy, service was very slow and we had to chase up our food and the bill. Our waiter apologised when we were paying up, describing it as a "very good problem to have lots of customers", but I hope they become better at staffing up at peak times. Go for the food - it's good tapas. Then have a walk around the dock and head to the riverside by Tower Hill. Good way to round out a date. read more

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Delicious food prepared in small portions. Nice location near Tower Bridge. Very busy and crowded. read more

Bravas Tapas - Spanish Near Me - London, XGL

Very good for the actual tapas. Great location on the docks. Very crowded though on the particular day we went, not the most accommodating hostesses, and sitting at the cooktop bar area was swelteringly hot! Reservations are recommended. read more

Really charming place for a dinner date if you're in a tapas-y mood! The mister and I like to be epicurious so gravitated towards it as one of the less familiar chains in St Katz Docks, and although pretty busy already, they managed to find us a cosy table for two. The glass of sangria that speedily arrived was exaaactly what I wanted after a long day at the office. We ordered about 6 plates between us, split between the helpful categories of meat, fish, veg, etc. I'm a bit of a cheese fiend so the cheese platter was one of my faves, and we also enjoyed a tasty salmon special, the pan con tomate (a tapas staple for me), and a slow-cooked beef dish that was so tender it fell apart on your fork. Not that they give you a fork actually - everyone gets a pair of what are essentially giant tweezers! My guy thought it was unnecessary (which it totally was) but hey I love a bit of quirky cutlery. The pincer action added an extra level of fun to the meal, especially when you're both going for that last sliver of manchego ;) The service feels warm and authentic, and they took really good care of us throughout so I'm sure we'll be back again. It's not cheap but not crazy for the quality - I think we came out at c£30 a head and were nicely stuffed. The layout is quite intimate (so much so that the mister got amusingly hemmed in by other tables when it was time to leave ha), so I'd suggest taking someone you want to get cosy with! read more

If there's one thing in this world that I'm truly in love with, it's food. I'm such a foodie and nothing excites me more than the thought of good tapas. I was really looking forward to eating at Bravas Tapas and especially after reading some good reviews on the place but unfortunately it didn't live up to the hype. Firstly, it's expensive. Secondly, the service was very slow. Lastly, I left still feeling hungry. I know tapas comes up in small portions, obviously, but waiting ages in between receiving each dish we'd ordered for just a mouthful of food is ridiculous. The food was nice, I don't have any complaints about the taste of the food or how it was presented but it just took far too long to be presented to us. I will not be coming here again, was completely disappointed with it. read more

Small restaurant but excellent food. The servicer was knowledgeable and helpful. We ordered a couple of appetizers and a few items for the main course. Everything was fresh and delicious. If you go early you don't need a reservation. The sangria was full of fruit. Definitely want to go back!! read more

This place is FAB!!! Tucked away down at St Katherine's dock, with a stripped back interior that has a comfortable, relaxed feel, this place is trendy and informal. The wine choice is extensive with plenty being served by the glass. The Sherry choice is restricted but still with enough variety. The food choices are ample. Served on small slates, in white porcelain bowls and in jars, it is well presented. The Spanish pickles are a jar full of bumper size olives, garlic, caper berries and a chilli. They aren't hot or sour but provide a burst of flavour in your mouth. The patatas bravas is beautifully smokey and sour and the octopus was exquisite. Keep space for pudding. The macerated strawberries are a treat to the eyes and the taste buds. I won't spoil the surprise. Small servings of well made food, good atmosphere and great service read more

A well earned five Yelp stars, especially at this price point. From the location overlooking the marina, the decor, the friendly staff and their knowledge of the product, to the food. Oh the food. Listen, we seriously didn't have a bad thing. Or even a mediocre thing. Almonds to munch on, fabulous cocktails, the perfectly tender grilled octopus, excellently spiced potatoes, lamb chops... I guess my only regret was being too full to try dessert. read more

Bravas Tapas - Grilled octopus ... Absolutely the best I've had. - Spanish Near Me - London, XGL

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Here with work mates last month. Wine is really below par and overpriced. Tried 1 white and 3 reds around the table at different price points, all cloying on the palate. They're going for innovative, almost gastronomic tapas, but without the foams & sous vide - just the tiny portions and smear of purée. The food is tasty & seasoned well, but the addition of tweezers for your tapas is too much faff. Especially when it's still just paella or deep fried pork belly. They had a good idea, just didn't follow through properly. If you're going for high end tapas, you can't be serving sloppy or basic staples of the tapas world. The interior is designed well, rustic minimalist with a good bar to sit at & observe the tables and people arriving. You're not here for the architecture though, so if you're a foodie looking for a good deal and/or experience, I'd give this place a miss. Jose tapas bar in Bermonsey is much superior and comes in a bit better value. read more

I am really torn about this place. St. Katherine's Docks is one of my favorite places in London, but there are no non-chain places so Bravas Tapas is an oasis. And on a sunny day there is no place I'd rather be. But the service was terrible. The one woman who was wandering around was not able to take orders. We tried to hail down the owner a couple of times but to no avail. We finally did get service but it was a constant battle. I was with a vegetarian companion and there were very few options. I must say though that I ended up ordering the octopus for myself and it was spectacular. The veggie dishes were good as well. I will try it again--I think it has promise and hope it was just an off day....it is still an oasis in St Katherine's docks.... read more

An intimate, candlelit setting by the water for a casual but slightly romantic Sunday night date. I love tapas, standard. Who wouldn't? Bravas Tapas is a little more up market without a hefty jump in price. We opted for 6 dishes between two of us, which was perfect for a late, light dinner. The Iberian pork belly was deliciously succulent. So yummy in fact that it was a little hard to share! I'd recommend trying the Seabass fillet as well, it was cooked to perfection with crispy skin and presented on top of a tasty dressing. We asked the waitress for a wine recommendation, and she suggested a Catalan red. Whilst at £32 it was more than I'd normally pay for wine at dinner (reds started from £16 a bottle), it was incredible. A lovely smooth, fruity, easy to drink wine that was perfect with an array of meat, fish and vegetable tapas dishes. The atmosphere was lovely and we stayed until we had to be chucked out! A sign of a good night. read more

One of the best meals we've ever had . We are on our honeymoon and wanted to do Tapas because we got engaged in Barcelona ; and boy did it take us right back . Great service, great food and great atmosphere. Highly recommend it all read more

My husband and I discovered this beautiful little restaurant 4 years ago on a trip to London and I have dreamed about it since! So I was thrilled that on our recent trip to London, we were able to go back twice for fabulous afternoon tapas and lovely white wine to complement them. Particular favorites: olives (to die for), pan con tomate, calamari, Torta de Santiago. Highly recommend this respite. read more

Great foot and great ambiance. Beautiful views of Harbor. Had lamb and grilled octopus to die for.

Fantastic. after touring st paul, tower of london, and tower bridge, finding this place was a hidden gem. the spinach croquette, quail, lamb chops, octopus, and brioche was amazing. would definately come back again! read more

Yesterday was my 2nd visit during my 3 week holiday. The experience was so great the 1st time, I went back on my birthday for more of their delicious food and friendly service. Located on the St Katherine's area close to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge easy walk from those points of interest. We had the Sea Bass, Prawns (must have), Salmon (my favorite) and of course the Potatoes Bravas (WOW)! I will be coming back on my next visit! read more

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Great service, delicious tapas, good wine, great view from tables outside. We ordered cheeses, peppers, 5 jotas, torrija for desert.

This place was truly wonderful. The setting was lovely, the plating was spot on, and it delivered on taste. Overall great vibe. read more

Bravas Tapas - Spanish Near Me - London, XGL

one of the best tapas restaurant in London. I've been there twice and I will be back for sure read more

Excellent service and delicious food. Great environment! Good selection of wines, and wonderful variety of tasty dishes to share! Highly recommended! read more

When you see Bravas Tapas in such a perfect location, in the centre of St Katherine Docks you kind of wish the quality would be just as good. But somewhere in the back of your mind you also feel it could be another tourist trap. But I could not have doubted more wrongly as this place has probably become one of my favourite Spanish restaurant next to Jose. Even the prices were affordable And because there was also a 50% soft launch we ended nearly ordering everything. Almonds arrived generously in a overfilled glass container nicely coated with a sweet paprika and apparently orange zest which I couldn't taste. But these were the 'better' ones, roasted evenly, crunchy and not salty at all to aggregate my thirst. Being quite easy to pick on we did end up demolishing them. Quick to arrive were the thinly sliced cod. How they made such a tasteless fish into something so extraordinary was unbelievable. It was like ceviche with a lot of other ingredients taking a part but without the citrus juice. It was fleshy, soft and creamy with a nice bite from the radish and cleverly salted from the black olive which gave it a punch of flavour too. Just as good were the seared salmon rolled around mushrooms and truffle. As it was served cold the flavours became more delicate and light. The salmon was so soft and buttery that it didn't take long to melt away in your mouth without being too mushy and together with the creamy sauce, it was a delight. After two impressive fish tapas the Seabass became ordinary although still really good. I would have preferred if it was cooked a little less but a firmer texture but to compensate that it came with a lovely crispy seared skin. The flavours were also delicate using simple fresh tomato salsa to flavour it and pack it with moisture, all done with good seasoning. Now I'm not exaggerated when I say these were the best brava potatoes I have ever eaten. Yes, they're just chips but with their paprika seasoning, crisp outside falling into a fluffy fragrant potato, piping hot and dipped into that delicious sweet cooling salsa and sour cream it was epic. It was that sauce that made this dish so moorish, creamy, sweet and light and hot against cold. Too good! The toasted baguette with tomatoes were nicely toasted, crisp and using fresh tomatoes again to create that creamy slightly chunky salsa top. Would have preferred if they were more generous with the sauce but only because it was that tasty. I had very mix opinions with the spiced lamb. As tender and mouth-melting they were, texture unfaultable they lacked flavour. In fact I couldn't taste any spice at all. But for a quality simple lamb chop itself it was very good, naturally sweet with gentle flavours from the Rosemary alioli. Who would have though black pudding burgers would work so well? But it did. These sliders were amazing. Soft fluffy buttery brioche bun into something very smoky, rich, nicely spiced and gamey. Very different to the juicy meat patties I'm used to but it works. The other ingredients also added a great textural layer element to it. So far everything has been beautifully presented but nothing could have beat the gazpacho. The beautiful bowl that resembled a fallen brandy snifter came with just the croutons and just as it reached our table the waitress poured in the refreshing sweet tomato gazpacho. The seasoning was perfect and the croutons remained crunchy throughout. I plan to order this every time I return. There was a lot of food but there's always room for a sweet dessert. The torte came as a cherry marzipan tart. Usually I disagree with using sorbet as a side of a dessert but this really worked. It brought in moisture to the dense tart, breaking up the heaviness of it. The crust was perfect, light and crumbly filled with a good thick layer of moist marzipan topping with a sweet sharp tasting of cherries and thin crunchy almonds. What I believed to be simple strawberries in white chocolate turned out to be the most impressive dessert of the year. It was served in the same glass bowl as the gazpacho, with soft macerated strawberries hidden under beautifully bubbled cava foam and a nice melting dollop of smooth sweet white chocolate. It wa indulgence with a good kick from the cava, Sweet, milky and boozy. I cannot fault Bravas Tapas. The experience was so memorable I already want to go back. I love the small menu choices with affordable pricing, the warm simple wooden decor, couches to slouch into and candles for a bit of romance, all facing the beautiful Katherine Docks itself. Service was friendly enough, quick and efficient. A brilliant edition to the area that is filled with too many chain restaurants already. read more

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Very nice tapas. We loved the pork belly in the glaze (though it was a bit on the salty side), the grilled octopus (perfect cook, perfect seasoning), and the short rib (perfect cook, perfect seasoning). read more

Really great food and AMAZING sangria!!!! Also adorable atmosphere and staff was nice. The short rib was amazing as was the Bravas potatoes (I basically drank the dip it was so yummy) read more

Love the service, bartender was amazing with his sangrias and fun personality. The salmon was by far the favorite thing I got from the menu.

Back here again. It's been a couple of years as so many other places to eat but my wife made a special request for Bravas Tapas. Did not disappoint. I will forget some of the things we had but here goes. Pickles, octopus, croquette, lamb chops, patatas bravas x 2, anchovies, quail, beef carpaccio and a delicious raw fish dish that I don't remember the name. Everything was awesome. Service was great and wines delicious. My usual top score of four but they do deserve 4+ read more

We were wanting tapas after a long day at the Tower of London so this place was perfect. The food we had no issues with, it was very good and priced as expected for a place like this. However the service left a lot to be desired. We arrived for a very late lunch midweek and the place was more than half empty. We were greeted by the hostess with a stern "can I help you" as if we looked like we were not supposed to be there. We were seated (two adults and a teenager) and during the entire time we felt like we were an inconvenience to this same hostess. We ordered a number of tapas but when we left an item uneaten she seemed offended. She was further dismissive when we said we didn't have time for dessert. We spent over £80 on lunch for three and didn't quibble about any of the food, service or the "optional" service charge that they added without telling us. This place gets 3 stars only because the food was good. Service leaves much to be desired. read more

How does this place NOT have five stars?! The octopus or the salmon alone are worth five stars! Prices are good, food and wine were amazing! A little hard to find, but well with it. read more

Arrived at 7 on a Monday without a booking. Manager was kind enough to offer us a table with the caveat of another party arriving at 830. Had about 6-7 plates between three people. Standard tapas sizes with incredible flavor. Service was ok but we had to ask for another round of pints and for more food when we were clearly out of each. read more

Delicious food!! The service was nice but not the best. You also can be spending more than you think cause it all can add up ver quickly and it's not as cheap as you think read more

Good food. Tasty but small portions...fair enough though as it is tapas! A good selection of meats/fish/veg so something for everyone. Desserts weren't as tasty as i had hoped but the cocktails were good and made up for it! Two negatives: 1. minimal outside seating when it was such a nice day and in such a great location for sitting outside. 2. Staff weren't the friendliest/happiest. Perhaps they didn't like serving a group of people (6 of us in total). read more

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Came back to London a little over a year later and stopped by Bravas again. It was still amazing and busy as ever. The nice gentleman at the door was the same that greeted us in March of 2014. They were booked, but he gave us a table with the understanding that it was reserved at a certain time. We agreed to be quick. Had the morcilla sliders again, the salmon roulade, the grilled pork belly, the grilled peppers, spinach croquetas, and the foie gras. As remembered, it was wonderful. Ordered more of the salmon roulade as it was our favorite. The flavor and texture of that dish is unique and memorable (crispy sweet potato inside). Would also like to give a shout out to the grilled peppers. They might seem simple. Granted, he nice char combined with the flaky salt they use is very nice. This time I also had my first ever gin and tonic in London. The drinks are about 3 times the volume you would get in a cocktail in the U.S. Mine was particularly good, made with Hendricks and garnished with cucumbers. Very refreshing and easy to drink. The service of was quick and friendly. We were able to get in and out well before needed. Then we enjoyed a pleasant evening stroll around St. Katherine's dock. Will come here every time we visit London. read more

Bravas Tapas is probably the best Tapas food I've ever had! Every dish ordered has presentation, portion, and tasty flavor!i started with the anchovies served on a crispy bread with a thin layer of Red pepper and tender anchovies that you put on the bread yourself that is the perfect saltiness for any taste buds! Then I had the crispy game hen legs with a special sauce that made the game hen melt in your mouth! Then there was the Chilean Sea Bass that was chunky and tender flaky that melted nicely with every bite and it never seemed to end! Then the Tenderest short ribs that reminded me of a tender chuck roast with special seasoning and carmelization that was just the right temperature to dig into right away! Served with 4 crispy onion rings, it was amazing. Then I had the crispy shrimps on a stick with a flavorful mayo based sauce that I had to make sure we on every bite! What a tantalizing feeling when I Savored every bite of every dish ordered. Although you can have your choice of beverage to wash it down: I had the San Miguel that was just the right drink to compliment the very satisfying meal. The restaurant was packed, but each course came out in great time. Service was excellent and I was checked on every few minutes to make sure I was okay. Only advice is don't let your eyes be bigger than your stomach! Portions are bigger than the average Tapas plate. You will get full fast, so pace yourself. Enjoy! read more

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Great tapas bar - awesome food and good wine. BUT service is more than poor. My friend and I had to do a little bit of work before ordering - still we were having a glass of wine ... Well we were asked to sit at the bar and leave the table. We then ended up eating at the bar whereas our table stayed empty the whole night. read more

We had a lovely evening here but I suspect it was more to do with the company than the food. It was far from awful, in fact, it was fine. The wine was fine and the service was an absolute delight. In fact I'm struggling to find fault but it still left me a bit meeh! If I was in a small out of London town like Guildford and this place opened, I'd be over the moon and delighted such 'exotic' faire was available but this is Central London and I expected more. As I said, I what we got was fine but nothing about anything on the menu was worth a review by itself. Maybe I'm fussy, so please try yourself. They will welcome you with open arms and I'm sure you'll have a lovely evening but don't expect to be telling all your friends about something they couldn't possibly miss. read more

Bring a heavy wallet but be prepared to enjoy every pound you spend. This place has a wonderful atmosphere right in the docks which makes for good viewing out the windows. At night the place is lit up by candlelight so is very good for dates and romantic evenings out. The staff are lovely and attentive, and more than happy to talk through the menu. The food is insane! If you're a meat eater I have been told you're in for a treat but even the veggies can enjoy amazing cheese boards, stuffed chillies, out of the world patas bravas and a load of other amazing dishes. Everything is presented beautifully and each dish has it's own look. The desserts are also to die for and the wine list is good too. Can be pricey but worth treating yourself! read more