About This Pub
You know, when I popped into Tapa in Leith, it really felt like stepping into a little corner of Spain right here in Edinburgh – the warm glow, those flashes of red on the walls, and the gentle hum of Spanish guitar just set the scene so nicely. The food's a highlight; I loved tucking into those small plates packed with bold flavours, like the fresh ceviche or the creamy Basque cheesecake, and it's brilliant how they cater to vegetarians too. Plus, the team there are absolute stars, always chatting away and making sure everything's just right. But let's be honest, it's not flawless – a couple of folks mentioned some dishes falling a bit flat, like a scallop that wasn't up to scratch, and at £40 a head, it does add up quickly for what you get. Still, if you're in the mood for a relaxed night out with mates, it's well worth a visit for that genuine taste of Spain, especially with their lunch deals offering great bang for your buck.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The food is absolutely delicious, with standout dishes like the ceviche, artichoke, chorizo, and that Basque cheesecake – it's a real treat and captures the essence of Spanish flavours.
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The staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in.
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The atmosphere is warm and intimate, evoking that authentic Spanish vibe with high vaulted walls, Spanish guitar tunes, and aromas that whisk you away to sunnier climes.
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They offer great value, especially with lunch deals and a good selection of vegetarian options, so it's perfect for a varied group.
Cons
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Some dishes can be hit or miss; for instance, one person noted a scallop that was cold and soft, which might point to occasional cooking or quality hiccups.
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It's a bit on the pricey side at around £40 a head, so it might not feel like the best value if you're after something more budget-friendly.
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While everything's generally tasty, a few experiences didn't have anything that truly blew them away – it's solid but not always exceptional.
Contact Information
19 Shore Pl, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6SW
+441314766776
Tapas
Opens at 12:00
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday (Today) | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Recent Reviews
Wonderful experience from the moment we walked in - lovely staff, intimate atmosphere and fabulous food. The ceviche, artichoke and chorizo were my favourites and the basque cheesecake is an absolute must. Abbie took care of us and was so kind and accommodating. Our first time at Tapa and we will 💯 be back!
Nice selection and lively atmosphere
We had dinner for 4 here and had a great time. Overall the dishes were tasty, nothing really fell too far short but nothing was exceptional either. It was a little on the pricey side at £40 a head, but in terms of value for money I'd say it was still OK. I would have liked to see a few more options for lighter, green vegetable dishes to balance the meal out a bit more. The lack of good dessert options was also a little disappointing. I'm not going to rate every single dish but some standouts;
Iberico Sirloin, 8/10, really tasty and juicy, cooked just on point to be tender, lovely flavour.
Pork Scratchings, 8/10, freshly cooked and flavourful. Rare to see the humble scratching done well, nice to see.
Slow cooked pork cheek, 6/10, wasn't too impressed by this. It wasn't bad, but was expecting a lot more flavour.
In general the food was nice enough, and the wait staff were really great, talked us through the menu and even humoured my (deliberately) terrible spanish pronunciation. Maybe we were just top deep in conversation to pay attention to the food, which I suppose is what tapas is all about...
Came here after a recommendation and was happy to find parking available directly over from the restaurant, which in this part of Leith is awesome.
We had a selection of dishes and we enjoyed some more than others. The scallop was on the cold side and very soft, so possibly cooking or quality issue.
Overall the food was nice but nothing was ‘wow’ for us, but pleasant enough.
I would recommend to try out and they do have a fantastic lunch menu offering that we seen but didn’t try.
Couldn't recommend this restaurant enough. The atmosphere and decor is so comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is simply divine. The lunch time deal is superb value and we thoroughly enjoyed the dishes. There was a large vegetarian selection. Highly recommend the Baked cheesecake and churros for dessert! The coffee was also delicious.
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Helen Robinson McClean
A hidden gem well worth the trek out of the tourist heavy Old Town area. The food was incredibly delicious, with a fantastic value £15 lunch option so you can try a variety of dishes. The squid ink and prawn croquettes and the carrilladas were perfectly cooked, and the flavours really highlighted the ingredients.
Definitely make the trip to visit them when possible!
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