Great atmosphere and very friendly Spanish staff in this authentic Spanish restaurant. The tapas…read morewere great and the paella was very tasty. All ingredients are fresh. Looks like they have live flamenco here as well, although we missed it. The house wine is very quaffable. There is an area for children but this is out of sight of the restaurant. Well worth the drive or boat trip out to this very deceptive joint in the middle of nowhere. There is also a bar so you can just drop in for a drink. Fairly good value - paella was £23 for two and the tapas were aound £4.50 each, probably better value if you're in a group. Definitely somewhere to revisit.

Throw is a great little authentic Spanish tapas. We had some tapas to share to start followed by…read moresome main courses. All were great. The oxtail was my favourite... really tender melt in the mouth. The fillet steak main was also great

Have eaten at Toreros a number of times, and have always come away thinking it was excellent…read more The service is always friendly and jovial, there is a good selection from the bar and the food is very good indeed. Would have to recommend that squid in ink, as well as the albondigas. Price wise, it is good value for money. The wine list is also decent. Only thing to watch out for is that it can be very cold indeed sometimes as there is no central heating!!!

Had a really fun night out here on a low key hen do (no identifying regalia!). On arriving at about…read more11pm we thought, looking through the door, that it was almost empty but the space stretches round and although it was relatively quiet at first this gave us time to enjoy some decent sangria and chat until the music suddenly went super loud and the dancing started in earnest. It was packed with a generally friendly and very mixed crowd (all ages and both local and a few actual Spaniards and Latin Americans!) crowd although quite a few lone guys sharking. Music was obviously Latin-themed and they are open to requests for Shakira, Juanes etc!

Whatever you do don't use the toilet before you order a drink. The surley hostess and beligerent…read moremanager will recommend the use of Norwich's fine public facilities before you can catch your breath and get a proper look at the menu. Definitely not advisable for prospective patrons like myself with cancer and somewhat unpredictable toiletry needs. Shame on you Bar Tapas. One to miss. Actually looked like a fun watering hole before the horribly negative reaction totally put me off.

Whether you're looking for ways to spice up your staycation or are riding on the coattails of your…read moremost recent España holiday high-- Tabanco will not disappoint. Way back when in 17th century Jerez, 'tabancos' were taverns used by communities for socializing while enjoying local wines and foods. Tabanco brings this taste of Andalucian culture to Cambridge, showcasing traditional flavors with modern twists. Located in the city center, Tabanco is ideally situated for residents, tourists, and students alike. Its main focus is 'tapas y vino'; with endless applause I deeply appreciate places that can pull off simplicity so well and elevate it to such great heights of excellence. The restaurant space is well thought-out. Upon entering you are greeted at the bar, and then seated either on the long table centered in the middle of the room or at one of the smaller tables lining the walls. The color scheme embraces warm reds/oranges, and Edison-esque lighting and mouth watering Ibérico ham hang along the edges of the ceiling. The light Spanish music drifting in the background then sets for a relaxing atmosphere. With all these elements combined it is easy to forget that you never left England. If you've never had tapas before, they're basically appetizer-sized dishes. As someone who wants to try everything on a menu, agonizes over what to order, and then gets food envy-- tapas are a godsend solution. Since they're smaller than mains, you're encouraged to order several plates. It's like creating your own taster menu for Spanish cuisine; just choose whatever most interests you and you're good to go! Even better yet, grab a group of friends and practically order the whole menu to try out together! I am happy to report that I have done so and honestly, you cannot go wrong with anything on Tabanco's menu. If you're looking for a more traditional/introductory tapas, I would recommend the 'tortilla' (Spanish omelette), 'patatas bravas' (deep fried potatoes), and 'croquetas de jamón' (ham croquettes). The tortilla held its shape beautifully without being too dry and had a burst of flavor from the caramelized onions inside. And unlike normal chips/fries that need to be immediately devoured before they go soggy, somehow the patatas bravas magically remained crisp from start to finish. The croquetas de jamón had a lovely breaded crust that contrasted nicely with the creamy bechamel and ham filling without feeling too greasy. For meat lovers, the 'chorizo a la plancha con boniato' (grilled chorizo with sweet potato), 'pechuga de pato ahumado' (smoked duck breast on cranberry butter toast), 'filete de ternera' (flat iron steak), and the 'presa Ibérica' (grilled acorn-fed Iberico pork loin with romesco) are all amazing. The sweet potato balanced out the chorizo spices, and the duck with cranberries tasted like a Christmas roast. Both the flat iron steak and pork loin were skillfully finished with the doneness perfectly executed, no steak knife required here! And last, but not the least-- the romesco sauce was surprisingly divine. As a nut and red pepper-based sauce it added so much depth to the pork without overpowering it. I want to just put it on everything now and can't believe I've gone through my life without ever having it before. In terms of seafood, I suggest the 'gambas tempura' (tempura prawns). Having grown up on a tropical island where fresh seafood is a staple of everyday life, I'm normally disappointed with the selection I've seen in the UK. However, Tabanco's gambas tempura are massive in size with the prawns keeping their tenderness even after being deep fried. The saffron aioli was also a nice accompaniment, bringing in reminiscent flavors of paella without all the heavy stodge. Service-wise, the staff were all very welcoming and worked so efficiently. I used to work as a busser and know first hand how chaotic restaurants can get. However, even at peak times the Tabanco staff never skipped a beat. I think it all comes back to their ingenious restaurant layout-- orders are picked up from the kitchen and staff move in a circular path around the center table back to the kitchen. Along the way they can take/drop off orders and tend to any queries when they loop back around again. Phew! And if the above was not enough to convince you yet, Tabanco also has an impressive selection of imported Spanish sherries and wines. Feel free to ask the lovely staff for recommendations. Already looking forward to my next visit. Salud!

Fantastic food and wine. The Galician owner is charming and very helpful in selecting food and…read morewine. If you are in Cambridge you must go here.

Walking around the lovely town of Norwich, we came across this small bar. It's got a quaint…read moreatmosphere with seating on main floor, upstairs, and outside. We opted to sit outside, but the outside seating area was extremely small. Be prepared to be cramped anywhere you sit as the inside is limited for seating space as well. Nonetheless, the waiters were very nice and attentive. While my business partner drank a bloody mary (he said it was the best he'd ever tasted), I ordered a pint of Adnams Ghost Ship. I like my beers a little on the hoppy side, so this choice was perfect: not too hoppy, but still carries a citrus taste. With a menu heavily slanted towards brunch, I ordered the traditional English breakfast and was satisfied. Not the best I've ever had, but certainly worth recommending to the casual visitor.

Franks is the fantastic! It's a cozy creative feeling…read moreatmosphere always busy with people eating, chatting, reading a novel, or watching a film on the upstairs screen. We came one morning from brunch and loved the eggs! They do a fine cup of coffee as well. The "American Style" Pancakes where however anything but American Style. Being an American I can say I've never laid eyes on a pancake like that and I've had my share. They tasted nice, but it was essentially a couple scones made from pancake batter. We went back again for breakfast a few weeks later and brought friends from London with us and tries more of the egg dishes, bacon, and chorizo this time which were all stellar. Franks is quickly becoming our favorite breakfast and brunch place in Norwich. This Thursday we are planning of stopping in for dinner to give it a go.

Love this place........somewhere where the music dosn't blast your ears....you can actually hear…read morethe people you are with when they talk to you....and the music is just fantastic.....lounge/chill/funk.....brilliant This is a place for all ages...ABOVE 30...and i fit well into that category Is such a great atmosphere.....

Im sure many of you have walked passed this place as its tucked away down Rose Crescent…read more I was very dubious when I walked in the entrance and down the stairs but I didnt need to be as this is a hidden gem that gives you lots of things that many places in Cambridge dont seem to have. The food is lovely they have a tapas menu which allows you to try many dishes that you would not normally try and if you dont like it you can easily move on to the next one. The music gives you a wide range of choice some nights the small dancing place will be packed with customers dancing the night away to the big bass sounds and other nights jazz is on the menu allowing everyone to tap away at their table to the dulcit tones. The decor is another plus for me its stylish, dark, and romantic a place where you can easily lose track of time and stumble upstairs as its getting light.

We asked taxi drivers for their recommendations of the best restaurants in Norwich and two of them…read moresuggested the Last Wine Bar. So when it came for a dinner without the rest of the team, my colleague and I walked here. We knew the instant we saw the place that it was going to be a great meal. Linen tablecloths, sparkling silverware, wine and water glasses on the table, professional looking wait staff. We went in and while we were asked if we had a reservation, they were able to fit us in. I'd recommend that you do make a reservation as they limit the number of seatings to ensure good service. Starters. I had a fabulous delicious stuffed red pepper. My colleague enjoyed the beetroot and orange cured salmon. Nicely plated, perfectly prepared, I was sad to see them go. That is, until the mains arrived. I had ordered a the sirloin steak, which was a 10 or so ounce piece of perfect medium-rare on top of new potatoes, beans and mushrooms. If it weren't impolite, I would have licked the plate. My colleague's grilled tuna looked divine. Dessert was a vanilla bavois (sort of like triffle or gelatin, but... different) with roasted peaches was excellent. The cheese plate looked good, with grapes and sliced apple. A fantastic wine selection as well as bottled beers and Bitburger on draft complimented our choices. Service and timing was good without rushing us or being over-attentive. The total was a bit high, but it was a great meal and a great value. Two starters, two mains, a beer, three glasses of excellent wine. All told, £65.

Lovely wine bar and great restaurant in Norwich. You can find duck, pigeon, fish and steak on the…read moremenu. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Who would knows there is a such great find in Norwich?

Excellent food and terrific service! More so for being a village pub that is nearly in the middle…read moreof nowhere. Me and two colleagues took a local's recommendation on excellent restaurants in the area and took a taxi out to the Recruiting Sergeant. Standard beers on offer, but the dinner menu was a very wide variety of local foods and interesting mains. If the waitress hadn't come, we'd probably still be trying to decide on meals. In the end, a cajun-marinated ribeye steak with ceasar salad, the seafood tapas (as a main) and baked fish of some sort. Check the pictures. It's a good thing we were warned to avoid starters unless we were really hungry, because there was a lot of food on these plates and we ate ALL of it. My steak was cooked perfectly and the nice tapas platter looked heavenly while my friend with the fish nearly liked the plate clean. We chose to skip desserts and finished off our beers. Which is not to say that the desserts didn't look tempting, we just didn't have room. Fabulous service, really good food, a decent price. What more can you ask for? We'll be back! Notes. No wi-fi. Really large beer garden in the back looked comfy for a sunny day.

Amazing pub food!!!…read more Sunday roasts were absolutely amazing - some of the best I've ever had. Thick moist tasty lamb and pork roast slices, great Yorkshire puddings and really generous portions! Puddings were great too - especially the cheesecakes! Nice beer garden at the back too