Stopped in for a quick glass of wine, while touring the city. Everyone boasts about their tapas, but we received extremely salty jamon & dry stale bread, maybe it was the whole 'being a tourist' thing, because while we were hanging out we saw others receive fresh made quail egg sandwiches, or decorative olive plates. sadly our loss as we did not experience their fun welcoming vibe. We were intrigued because the decor was very interesting. You will be drinking with Jesus, plan your conversations accordingly haha read more

Love this tiny little gem of a bar where you can drink while all the Saints are watching! :-) I can't wait to return. The tapas were amazing and service wonderful! Thank you for the poster! Anthony Bourdain agreed.... Parts Unknown: Spain. God bless you Anthony! Thank you for your unique vision of the world! read more

Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. At El Tabernaculo you can experience religious remorse and sinful gluttony all at the same time. The walls of this tapas bar in Granada are covered from ceiling to floor in an awesomely gaudy display of photos of Semana Santa (Holy Week in Spain) and religious trinkets. A heavy aroma of incense lingers in the air. Anthony Bourdain describes this bar on an episode of Parts Unknown, "As best as I understand an Easter-Jesus-and-Mary-themed drinking establishment, where between drinks one can ponder the agony of the Christ. But with sausages!" There was only one other couple at the bar during our visit. The couple, locals from Granada, didn't speak much English, but the husband was kind enough to point out a few of the trinkets in the bar and explain their meaning. The bartender didn't appear to speak English either so the only words we exchanged were "tres vinos roja por favor", "gracias", "de nada", and "uno mas por favor". We received the traditional plate of free tapas with each glass of "Jesus juice" that we ordered. I'm not sure exactly what some of the items were on the plate, but everything was delicious and freshly cooked on the griddle behind the bar by the bartender. Our first tapas was a piece of ham that was heated on the griddle and served over bread with mayonnaise. The "open face sandwich" was served with kettle chips. When we ordered a second round of wine we received some sort of delicious, hot and garlicky spread over crusty bread and a side of olives. This tapas bar is a must-see if you are visiting Granada! read more

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Kitschy bar decorated in religioso! Not sure how the décor originated and I would've asked if bartender spoke English. I must stress though that communication wasn't a problem. I just ordered a cana here and it came with a cute quail egg tapa with some kettle chips. It wasn't busy at all during my visit. There seemed to be a laid-back family vibe. Place is either run by a father/son or uncle/nephew type deal. I would've indulged more if my stomach permitted! Most, if not all, my bar experiences in Granada were pretty good, especially due to the free tapas!!! read more

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Cyndy's Bottom Line: Fun place & great vibe! We stopped in for a drink and enjoyed the vibe. Bizarre and crazy in a good way. There are pictures posted like wall paper of Jesus all over the place. You will be drinking with Jesus. The owner is a friendly free spirit. Great tapas and drinks. read more

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I don't think a review of this place can even begin to do the tapas justice. The bar is directly across from the more famous Los Diamantes but I'd argue that the food is just as good. We took lunch relatively early (1:30) but we were still accommodated. We stayed for only three tapas, which was more than enough for the both of us. We tried a quail egg and potato hash tapa which was bonkers awesome, some kind of lomo dish on toast with some of the best olives I've ever eaten, and lastly some sort of omelette. The latter was my least favorite of the three, it tasted heavily of vinegar, but I still ate most of it. After about two cañas I tried a Vino de Verano (red wine and lemonade) which seemed to be fairly popular with the locals, and was just as refreshing as I'd hoped it would be. This particular tapas bar was super tiny, don't expect to stop in and easily find space if it's busy. Also don't be in a big rush because there was only one person operating both the kitchen and the drinks. The religious theme was pretty fun to see, and the walls were completely covered with Jesus/cross memorabilia along with a countdown to Holy Week. read more

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A tiny bar covered from floor to ceiling with small playing card size religious images. It's unlike any bar I've ever seen. The fish pancakes with a homemade aioli served with a drink were incredibly delicious. I love this place and would come here all the time if I lived nearby. It's a one man shop and the owner is friendly and unassuming. A must-stop on a tapas bar crawl. read more

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We got here early but the barman was around and let us eat even though he hadn't even gotten the chairs out yet. We started with tomatoes (delicious, spiced a little differently than other places in Granada with more Italian herbs...but went very well with bread) and snails (served in a hot tomato based sauce...delicious) and sangria. Excellent value for the food and bebidas. This street is full of good tapas, but the atmosphere in this place sets it apart. Jesus stared down at our snails with envy. Very cool place, definitely in my top 3 for Granada! read more

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We enjoyed our visit here. Anthony Bourdain visited this bar and we knew we had to try it. Ok it is a little weird with all the Mary pictures but the old man that serves you is so adorable you forget about the weirdness. This was the largest glass of white wine I received during our tapas stroll. I could barely finish it...but of course I did. We were served a open face sausage sandwich that was so incredibly delicious and almost ordered another one. Do stop by even if for 1 drink you will not be disappointed. read more

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This little bar nestled away is a great tapas spot. Gets real busy, particularly at night, but is ideal during the day when it's easier to get a seat or space at the bar! We had 3 rounds of drinks here with the tapas getting progressively more tasty - quail egg on bread, a burger topped with sauce then some kind of marinated pork - all delicious! The barman working was great, would thoroughly recommend stopping in here for a few drinks when in Granada! read more

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Cheap vino, good tapas... Interesting bar. I can't say I have *ever* been to a location who has top to bottom religious decor. We saw this location on Parts Unknown and had to stop in. Staff was very friendly, visitors were very happy-- but that's also just how people are in Granada, amazing and lively. This is definitely a place to at least stop in and check out. Soak it up, take it in, enjoy a drink, or two, or three. read more

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2 young amigos making miracles in only 15 square meters. :) Delicious and unique tapas with each beer and hopitable service although no-english :) read more

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Absolutely top notch "proper" tapas, tiny bar with one very friendly owner and a highly efficient chef and one hot plate. Which makes eBay they do here all the better read more

Just signed up with yelp to leave a review...7 euro for the mushrooms seems like a lot but it's not. GET IT...best ever. Quail egg tapa a nice touch too read more

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Great food & atmosphere! Loved the caracoles (snails) and jamon Parma. The free tapas - quail egg & tomato on toast were excellent! read more

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Small place with great food.and very interesting decor. We went here because of Anthony Bourdain, you order a drink and a tapa comes with we didn't stay that long though because it was hot and found it strange to drink with all of Jesus and Mary pictures staring at us. read more

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Super lively place to come eat tapas! They are all made on a grill similar to street food, and it is delicious and warm and yummy!!! The waiter and cook are super fun singing and dancing, the music is loud and from Semana Santa, and the locals are nice and actually held a half Spanish half English conversation with us! I will definitely come back here next time I visit!! read more

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This is a tapas bar that Anthony Bourdain visited in his show. I just had to come. Its a very small bar filled with locals. The tapas were nothing special. read more

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It was such a peaceful moment to sit and enjoy cañas and tapas here. The gentlemen here were friendly and funny. It's a place to really take in your surrounding. I was allowed to add my prayer card here read more

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1 man show, an older guy with an old place with every square inch covered in religious ornament. Cheap drinks, tasty tapas made right on the spot,.. do it,. I suspect this place was here long before the generic tourist places arrived. read more

We stumbled upon this place as we walked down a street lined with bars. I peeked inside and my husband reminded me we saw Anthony bourdain go here on his show, so we popped in. Not very busy, we got a seat at the bar. They were playing the soccer game so that was nice. The bartender was a really nice older man who was very attentive. The tapas were rather large and delicious!!!! We stayed for 2 drinks here. So glad we did. read more

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I came here after seeing the bar on Anthony Bourdain's show. It was exciting to finally be in a place where he had been after years of watching. I definitely was not disappointed. Located on a busy tapas street, this Catholic themed bar is charming and strangely, very homey despite all the Jesuses plastered all over the walls watching you as you drink. As common in Granada with every drink you get a healthy sized tapa. I had only a beer and I was given some zesty paella to go with it. I wish I had the stomach to try more but that's all I had here. The bar man was old school and very charming even though I did not understand his Spanish. I loved this bar and found the collection of Jesus pictures especially unique. If you visit any bar in Granada, make it this one. read more

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Little hole in the wall spot easy to miss. For every drink you purchase you get a different and delicious tapa. read more

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(We went here after being pretty disappointed at La Tana.) The older gentleman who served us was a sweetheart. He didn't speak much English, and my Spanish leaves MUCH to be desired. Still, he somehow was funny, charming, and very welcoming to the two of us on a Monday night. I would go back to just hang out with him. No, seriously, I really would. He made every person he served laugh. Luckily, the food is pretty great too. We ordered drinks and were served promptly with a Jamon tapa. Nice. We decided to try out the snails for our main dish. I'd never had snails, so I was cringing at the very thought of them, but decided to give it a shot. WOOHOO, good choice on my part. The snails were delicious. Served in a tomato-based sauce with a basket of bread on the side. YUM. We gobbled them up. Would definitely eat snails again if they taste like that. The only reason this isn't a 5-star experience is that we think we were overcharged. A cerveza should have been about 2.50 euro, but we were charged for a much larger beer. The bread was brought out with the dish, so we though it was part of the dish. However, we were charged 0.60 euro. Honestly, these small charges weren't a huge deal, and I'd chalk them up to the language barrier. I can't comment on the decor - we sat outside. If you've got some beef with God or the Virgin Mary, you'd probably like to do the same (based on the other reviews I've read). read more

We have been here twice during our vacation. We had black rice, potatoes and ham, ham and bread with a delicious sauce, all free and non fried and delicious. The beer is great. The owner is so sweet. I absolutely recommend making this a necessary Granada tapas stop. Two thumbs up! read more

What an experience. El Tabernaculo sits in the middle of Calle Navas, surrounded by tons of other tapas joints (some of which I fear may be tourist traps...generally the ones with people outside ushering you in are to be avoided...or if they have signs for pitchers of Sangria), and offers a truly authentic tapas experience. The old man behind the bar runs the show. Meaning he DOES EVERYTHING. He takes your order, pours your drink, cooks your food, answers your questions, and hands you the "cuenta" when it's time. But not just your table. He does this FOR EVERY TABLE and EVERY PERSON AT THE BAR. A true stud, that man. He looks a bit grumpy at first--heck, not even at first, throughout the entire meal. But he's not. That's just his game face. The man is really nice and cooks some mean (and free!) tapas. Remember, bars in Granada serve a free tapa with every drink you order. You typically don't choose that tapa. They have a system--a dish for the first drink, a dish for the second drink, a dish for the third, and so forth. There is a menu too, in case you want to order something else. No need for that here. We sat down and ended up getting three drinks...so three tapas. The first was a Potato Hash with Quail Eggs and Fresh Bread (the bread in Spain ALWAYS DELIVERS), seasoned to perfection. The second was a Lomo Patty on a slice of Bread served with Olives (the olives in Spain ALWAYS DELIVER). The third was a bit odd, I must say. It was an Omelette on a slice of Bread, but the Omelette was very vinegar-y. I actually enjoyed the first two bites, then it was a bit too much. No complaints tho. I really loved this place. Be prepared for lots of Jesus/Semana Santa decorations ALL OVER THE PLACE. The small, antique TV in the back also played, on a loop I'm guessing, last year's Semana Santa event. That, to me, just added to the flavor and authenticity of this place. A memorable experience from start to finish. read more

Yes, I'll admit it. I came here after seeing the bar on Anthony Bourdain's show. I'd never been to a Bourdain recommended establishment and I was intrigued. I definitely was not disappointed. Located on a busy tapas street, this bar is the ideal place to have a few cañas or vinos in the mid afternoon. As common in Granada with every drink you get a healthy sized tapa. The tapas change after every drink and after three you're sure to be full. The tapas vary from tostadas with jamon, to pork bocadillos, or even patatas bravas with egg. I loved this bar and found the collection of Jesus pictures especially unique. If you visit any bar in Granada, make it this one. read more

A tiny bar with wall to wall icons of a suffering Christ? Yea...and the food, drinks, and atmosphere is pretty damn great. The charismatic dude running the show - pouring drinks and cooking the lomo - knew how to make every customer that came in feel like they were a regular. Him and the young lady behind the bar did everything. It's a good mix of locals and tourists. Speaking Spanish is a plus. The food isn't incredible but the tapas come quick and are tasty. The drinks are cheap and portions are large. The chorizo is recommended. Best to stick with meat as the seafood looks to be from the can. All in all, a very cool experience. read more

We stumbled upon this place on a lunchtime tapas crawl and found it to be a hidden gem! Owner speaks only Spanish and is very easy to talk to! My husband was thoroughly entertained and they talked for a long time. The drinks and tapas are great! The decor is refreshingly different from all the other bars. I loved it! read more

Loved it! Excellent service and food! Loved the happy hour drinks as well! Show up before 7pm and get some really tasty tapas quickly with your drink! read more