Spanish Restaurants in Singapore

October 20, 2010 | 19 Comments

Spanish Restaurants Singapore

If you buy me an air ticket, I will immediately fly off to Spain. I have always read about the Spanish culture, and I think that the whole idea of bar-hopping is brilliant. Unfortunately, we do not have that many Spanish restaurants and tapas bars in Singapore and it doesn’t make sense to cab from one end of Singapore to the other. But hey, I think it will be really cool to find a group of friends for a night of tapas-bar-hopping.

Here’s a list of Spanish Restaurants in Singapore:

Alegro Spanish Street Food

Alegro is a chilled out alfresco Churros Bar specialising in Spanish churros, imported cured Serrano and Chorizo and cocktails. Some say they serve the best churros in Singapore — maybe it’s time to find out!

3D River Valley Road #01-13
Clarke Quay Singapore

Bilbao Restaurant & Tapas Bar

One of the newest Spanish Restaurants in Singapore, Bilbao Restaurant & Tapas Bar is located on the second level of TripleOne Somerset.

111 Somerset Road #02-16
TripleOne Somerset Singapore

Bodega Y Tapas

Bodega Y Tapas is under the Esmirada Group of restaurants, which also manages Brasserie Wolf, L’Entrepot, the Steakhouse & Pizzeria Giardino. Unless I’m mistaken, they are one of the earlier restaurants that serve Spanish cuisine in Singapore.

442 Orchard Road #01-29
Orchard Hotel Singapore
Tel: +65 6735 3476

Cocina de Pasion

Cocina de Pasion is a new Spanish Restaurant located at Tanjong Katong road. The east of Singapore is a foodie paradise, I want to move there now!

287 Tanjong Katong Road
Tel: +65 6348 0508

Don Quijote Spanish Restaurant

Located beside U.d.d.e.r.s ice cream & Kim’s Family restaurant at Lorong Kilat, Don Quijote Spanish restaurant has been getting good reviews in the local Singapore food scene. If Lorong Kilat is too far away, check out their new outlet at Dempsey road.

17 Lorong Kilat #01-09 Singapore
Tel: +65 6465 1811

Blk 7 Dempsey Road #01-02
Dempsey Hill Singapore
Tel: +65 6476 2811

Foodbar DaDa

60 Robertson Quay
#01-12 Singapore
Tel: +65 6735 7738

Spanish Tapas

La Viva Spanish Bar & Tapas
30 Victoria Street #01-12/13/14
Chijmes Singapore
Tel: +65 6339 4290

My Little Spanish Place

A reader told me about My Little Spanish Place, a new Spanish restaurant along Bukit Timah road near Coronation Plaza. You know what? I think it’s great to stay in the West! The problem is: should i go to Don Quijote Spanish restaurant, or My Little Spanish Place?

619 Bukit Timah Road Singapore
Tel: +65 6463 2810

National Geographic Cafe

Pinchos originated in the Basque region of Spain. Traditionally served in small portions, they are great for sharing with a group of friends. The National Geographic Cafe has a good selection of pinchos on their menu. Choose from cold bites like the smoked salmon or the classic Spanish Tortilla. Otherwise there’s always the mini beef burgers and seared tuna with balsamic glaze.

1 HarbourFront Walk #01-19
VivoCity Singapore
Tel: +65 6376 9557

Octapas Spanish Tapas Bar

Formerly known as The Tapas Tree, Octapas Spanish Tapas Bar launched back in August this year. If you are in the Clark Quay area – there’s Alegro and Octapas to satisfy your Spanish food cravings.

3D River Valley Road #01-08
Clarke Quay Singapore
Tel: +65 6837 2938

Onion Restaurant & Bar

791 Bukit Timah Road
#01-01 Singapore
Tel: +65 6763 0398

Santi by Santi Santamaria

Santi is one of the seven Celebrity Chefs restaurants at Marina Bay Sands. The tapas bar sits at the entrance of Santi and offers diners a glimpse of the taste and quality of the gastronomic offerings in Santi’s main dining room.

10 Bayfront Avenue #L2-03, Casino Level 2,
Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Tel: +65 6688 8501

Best churros Singapore

Sabio Tapas Bar

Sabio is one of the newest Spanish Tapas Bar & Restaurant in Singapore. Housed within a shop house on Duxton Hill, it has been designed to represent an authentic tapas bar in Spain.

5 Duxton Hill Singapore
Tel: +65 6223 4645

Sabroso Tapas Wine Bar – Tapas Buffet Dinner

Sabroso Tapas bar at Holland Village has a Spanish Tapas Buffet Dinner which features 15 tapas at $32++ per head, from Sun to Thu from 6pm – 10pm.

26A Lorong Mambong
Holland Village, Singapore
Tel: +65 6766 0053

Serenity Spanish Bar & Restaurant

Even though I passed by Serenity Spanish Bar & Restaurant at Vivocity on a few occasions, they didn’t get my attention for some unknown reasons. But now I think I want to give them a chance after a friend told me that Serenity actually serves a pretty good paella with a nice selection of tapas.

1 HarbourFront Walk #01-98/99
VivoCity Singapore
Tel: +65 6376 8185

Sol Playground Cafe

I came across Sol Playground Cafe when I was researching about Spanish Restaurants in Singapore. Apparently they have an outdoor playground, indoor play area and nursing room alongside the Spanish restaurant. There aren’t that many kids friendly restaurant in Singapore, so do consider Sol Playground Cafe if you are bringing your children along.

200 Turf Club Road #01-21 Turf City Singapore
Tel: +65 6467 8681

Sol Tasca

A hidden enclave under the Esplanade bridge where Merlion now resides, Sal Tasca is one of the newest Spanish Tapas Bars in Singapore. They have the longest happy hour in Singapore, from 9am to 7pm – 1 for 1 on all house pour spirits, Sangria, Wine & Beer.

3 Fullerton Road # 01-04
The Fullerton WaterBoatHouse
Tel: +65 6533 8913

Villa Enrique
10 Dempsey Road #01-23
Dempsey Hill Singapore
Tel: +65 6475 3800

Zsofi Tapas Bar

Most people probably won’t associate Spanish Tapas with Little India, but that’s exactly where Zsofi Tapas Bar is located. The whole area may be a little sleazy, but Zsofi Tapas Bar is cozy and unpretentious, and most importantly the Spanish food is affordable.

68 Dunlop Street Singapore
Tel: +65 6297 5875

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I hereby solemnly promise that I will try out at least two Spanish restaurants in Singapore before the end of this year. Which Spanish restaurant or tapas bar have you been to?

Also read my other lists of restaurants in Singapore:
Best Japanese Restaurants in Singapore
Best Singapore Italian Restaurant List
German Restaurants in Singapore

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19 Responses to “Spanish Restaurants in Singapore”

  1. heidileon
    October 20th, 2010 @ 1:57 pm

    my kingdom for a churro con chocolate or some tapas!! ;-)

    Thanks for putting together this list, I really would like to try Santi´s restaurant.

    oh, beautiful pictures, those churros are hunting me now!

  2. Life for Beginners
    October 20th, 2010 @ 2:05 pm

    Don’t forget to take me along when you head to Espana, my friend… ;)

  3. lovelyloey
    October 20th, 2010 @ 2:54 pm

    I wonder which spanish restaurant in singapore serves the best beef tripe. Brad have you tried any? Anyone else?

  4. LT
    October 20th, 2010 @ 3:42 pm

    Oh man, which restaurant serves that amazing-looking churros that I’d happily die for? =p

  5. Mike
    October 20th, 2010 @ 4:26 pm

    I lived in Spain for 6 months and it is one of the coolest countries in the world… but the few Spaniards I know in Singapore aren’t so high on the local Spanish food. I’ve eaten at Bodega y Tapas and Zsofis – Bodega’s food is ok, but pales in comparison to the real thing :)

  6. Billy
    October 20th, 2010 @ 5:55 pm

    It is nice to look and for flavor!!!

  7. Samantha
    October 20th, 2010 @ 6:46 pm

    Hi there, I happened to look onto ur blog one day juz looking for recommendation for a brunch. And I would come to ur blog for ideals when I wanna try some new restaurants! And today I came and I saw this!! Spanish restaurants!! Omg! If I have an air tix I would definitely fly to Spain! And for sure it’s a one way tix!
    I have tried few restrant on ur list, juz to add on to ur reviews.
    1. Serenity @ vivo
    Tried a few tapas can’t rem wat but there nothing that leave mi a good impression and a must must for a second serving. Thumbs up for the paella! They really taste good! Each grains seem to soak up with the sweetness of the
    seafood. Must try!
    2. Don quijote
    Try the brunch on Sunday! They have variety of tapas and if I remember correctly is unlimited serving. So u can try all u can.(if my memoy didn’t fail mi k) but be mindful tt u need to book in advance! They are usually full!! And with long waiting list.
    3. My little Spanish place.
    Personally I like the ambience. their paella is not the best and compare to serenity I prefer the second. Theirs are dry and not as tasty as the one in serenity. Nonetheless the sangria is good. I would go there with my partner or close friend for a dinner.
    That all I have tried. I would love to try the food @ la vida they look and smell good, they should taste good too! Keeping my fingers cross!
    Looking forward for ur updates on the rest and food!

  8. Ju (The Little Teochew)
    October 20th, 2010 @ 6:57 pm

    Oh, I remember those churros! You will LOVE Spain. I promise you that. :)

  9. Umasou
    October 21st, 2010 @ 3:38 am

    My friend who is crazy abt everything spanish will be happy to read this. Thx for this write-up :)

  10. ShayneSophie
    October 22nd, 2010 @ 10:17 am

    I think there is a relatively new tapas place at Holland Village.

    http://www.sabroso.com.sg/

  11. Adelene
    October 22nd, 2010 @ 1:40 pm

    There is a new place, Nueva Cuba at Custom house.

    http://www.nuevacuba.com.sg/

  12. Sihan
    October 26th, 2010 @ 2:32 am

    Hey Brad,

    great list. I’ve personally tried 3 of the restaurants on it and I would strongly recommend don quijote for their squid ink paella and zsofi for their tapas and affordable sangria, not to mention the super funky laidback ambience.

  13. Ele
    October 29th, 2010 @ 10:40 am

    Serenity for paella! <3 Hi Brad, hope you've been well. Your blog always makes me sooooo hungry.

  14. Grace Kor
    November 1st, 2010 @ 1:13 pm

    Hi, just want to share with you that there is a new tapa restaurant, Sabroso Tapas (opp Wala Wala) opened in Holland V last month. I have not tried yet. But just to share the infor with you. Heehee…

  15. Shernice
    November 23rd, 2010 @ 1:16 am

    Best spanish food in town I’ve tried was in Streeters in Keong Siak. Don’t know whether they are still around. COuld never forget their garlic prawn and portobello.

  16. Nellie
    November 29th, 2010 @ 4:48 pm

    The list looks enticing! As a Singaporean living in Spain, I’m quite keen on judging the authenticity of these Spanish restaurants for myself. I’ve only tried out churros at Alegro and left feeling pretty damn impressed – my Spanish partner himself was full of praises for it as well.

  17. Live for food
    December 29th, 2010 @ 12:51 pm

    i’ve recently chanced upon a newly opened spanish restaurant located at tanjong katong area, Cocina De Pasion. tried their paella which is savoury & “wet” to my liking and can really taste the seafood in my mouth. another favourite is the lamb rack & sauteed mushroom in cream sauce. their items are reasonably priced and imagine paella only costs $17, one of the cheapest in the market. i tried paella from some other restaurant but i had to admit Cocina’s is still my personal best. very cosy ambience and shld grab their 1-4-1 cocktail promo now, sangria & margarita!!!

  18. starduest
    August 28th, 2011 @ 12:47 am

    Thanks for the recommendations – would be awesome if you could add the price range (or low/medium/high etc) too!

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