10 Best Tapas Bars in Seville

Pelayo Bar de Tapas is a cosy tapas bar in the centre of Seville, less than 2 minutes’ walk from the Catedral de Sevilla. The bar has a homely atmosphere, with plenty of greenery, dark timber features and exposed brick walls. It’s busy from the minute it opens until late into the night, making it a popular choice in the area.t

Pelayo Bar de Tapas focuses on a creative local menu with lots of seafood and meat plates. The giant octopus, oxtail and Iberian pork shoulder are crowd favourites. It also has an extensive wine list, which pairs well with the array of small dishes on offer.

Bodega Santa Cruz is a popular tapas bar in the heart of Seville. The buzzing bar focuses on tradition, with a chalkboard menu changing weekly and seating that spills out into the streets. It’s a lively place to grab a bite to eat, and can be especially hectic at peak times, but it only adds to the atmosphere.

The food is equally good at Bodega Santa Cruz. Some of its best tapas include fried shrimp, spinach in cream cheese, pringá, and calamari. You’ll also find wine, draft beer and sangria served at the bar at all hours.

Duo Tapas Bar is a laidback nightlife spot in the trendy La Alameda district of Seville. It’s a classic bar with both indoor and outdoor seating that fills up quickly in the evening. The bar is a reasonably priced place that attracts both locals and tourists for its high-quality food. 

Some of Duo Tapas Bar's popular dishes include fried eggplant, shrimp tempura, mushroom risotto, and tuna tartar. You can also find an extensive wine list that can be paired with each dish on the menu.

Bodeguita Romero is a traditional family-owned tapas bar in Seville's city centre. It’s conveniently located among popular tourist attractions, including the Catedral de Sevilla. The lively place has limited indoor seating at the bar, but plenty of tables that spread out onto the footpath.

The tapas menu focuses on regional dishes including pringá (slow-cooked meat), rabo de toro (braised oxtail stew), spinach with chickpeas, and potato salad. It’s a great place to appreciate the old-school hospitality of a family-run bar in Seville. 

Bar Alfalfa sits in the vibrant Alfalfa district of Seville. It’s a rustic and laidback bar with old wooden tables packed inside a small indoor space. While it can get crowded, it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most popular bars in the area.

The housemade small plates include salmorejo (chilled Spanish tomato soup), pork cheek, bruschetta, paella, croquet, and octopus. Bar Alfalfa also offers some Asian fusion tapas, including noodles and stir-fries, if you're in the mood for something different. You can find plenty of beers and wines at the bar, though sangria is a favourite among locals. 

Bar Catedral Sevilla is a classic Spanish bar just east of the city's iconic church. The double-storey bar offers ample indoor seating, as well as plenty of outdoor tables offering views of La Giralda. With dark timber features and bullfighting décor, it boasts a classic tapas experience in the city centre.

You can find extensive tapas and drinks menus at Bar Catedral Sevilla. Some of the highlights include sangria, oxtail stew, pork tenderloin in whiskey sauce, Iberian ham, and croquets. Surrounded by plenty of other bars and restaurants, it’s a standout choice that is often busy until late.

La Brunilda Tapas is an unassuming yet very popular tapas bar in Seville. This local spot is just on the outskirts of the bustling centre, and often considered to have some of the best tapas in the city. You can find it on a narrow one-way street, with a huge blue door leading you into a brightly lit and modern interior.

It’s not unusual to have to wait in line outside, but the food makes it worthwhile. From giant octopus and cod fritters to duck confit and mushroom risotto, La Brunilda Tapas offers  a mix of traditional and modern dishes. You can also enjoy wine and homemade dessert with your meal.

Bar La Azotea is a modern tapas bar north of Seville city centre. The chic space has huge glass windows, allowing plenty of natural light into the dining area. With limited indoor seating, it’s worth lining up early for a spot at this gastrobar.

The bar specialises in seafood dishes, including calamari, tempura shrimp, tuna tacos, and daily fresh fish. But you’ll also find traditional tapas such as pork cheek, oxtail stew, and meatballs, along with a long wine list and cold beers on tap.

Casa Ricardo, or simply known as Ricardo’s, is a traditional tapas bar near the Basilica de Jesus del Gran Poder. The bar is filled with unique décor, including every inch of the walls being covered in religious images. But the dimly lit place serves some of the best croquettes in the city.

You can also find a wide selection of Spanish tapas, including fried eggplant, braised oxtail and Iberian ham. It’s a popular place for a quick bite to eat, but it does fill quickly as people tend to linger long after they've had their meal.

La Sede is a rather hidden bar near Setas de Sevilla. With plenty of attractions nearby, this underrated spot is great for unwinding with a drink and a quick meal at any time of the day. It serves traditional dishes, seafood, meats and charcuterie boards.

La Sede has very limited indoor seating, but we highly recommend its outdoor tables as they offer views of the Setas de Sevilla. This tapas bar also serves ice-cold beer and an extensive variety of wines, which is great for warm nights in Seville.