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Capote Y Toros
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L'ambiance
Capote y Toros is the livelier, boozier younger sibling to the grown-up Cambio de Tercio next door, and honestly, we love that about it. You'll walk into a room that feels like an Andalusian party with its pink and yellow walls, bullfighting pictures, and those iconic swinging hams. It's the kind of place where you grab a seat at the bar or under those barrel ends, order a bottle of sherry from their impressive 125-strong list, and let the flamenco soundtrack do the rest of the work. The menu plays it safe in the best way possible—think classic tapas done right. The Spanish omelette with chorizo is a must-order, and don't skip the homemade cod sausage with Padrón peppers. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but the atmosphere and the service make it worth every penny for a night out with friends or a date that needs some spice.
Known For
- •125 sherry selection
- •homemade cod sausage with Padrón peppers
- •swinging ibérico hams
- •live flamenco on Fridays
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Lively Spanish Tapas with Real Character
Capote y Toros is exactly what you want from a Spanish tapas spot in South Kensington—energetic, authentic, and unapologetically loud. The moment you walk in, you're hit with that Andalusian vibe: pink and yellow walls, bullfighting art, and those glorious swinging hams that make you feel like you've been transported straight to Seville. It's the younger, louder sibling to Cambio de Tercio next door, and we're here for it.
The food is solidly classic—nothing too experimental, which is refreshing. The Spanish omelette with chorizo is a standout, and the homemade cod sausage with Padrón peppers is a dish you'll want to order twice. The sherry list is seriously impressive, and the staff will happily guide you through it even if you think you don't like sherry (trust us, they know what they're doing). It's a bit pricey, but the atmosphere and the quality make it worth it for a night out with friends or a date that needs some extra flair.
Just be prepared to book ahead, especially on Fridays when they often have live flamenco. It gets packed, so come early if you want a table, or embrace the bar scene and order a bottle to share. This is the kind of place you'll find yourself recommending to friends who want real Spanish vibes without the tourist trap feel.
Lire en français
Capote y Toros est exactement ce qu'on attend d'un bon restaurant de tapas espagnoles à South Kensington : dynamique, authentique et franchement bruyant. Dès l'entrée, on est transporté en Andalousie avec ses murs roses et jaunes, ses tableaux de tauromachie et ces jambons ibériques qui pendent au plafond. C'est le grand frère plus jeune et plus bruyant de Cambio de Tercio à côté, et on adore ça.
La cuisine est classique et efficace, sans chercher à trop innover, ce qui est rafraîchissant. L'omelette espagnole au chorizo est un incontournable, et la saucisse de cabillaud maison aux poivrons Padrón est un plat qu'on veut commander deux fois. La carte des sheras est impressionnante, et le personnel saura vous guider même si vous pensez ne pas aimer le shera (faites-leur confiance, ils savent ce qu'ils font). C'est un peu cher, mais l'ambiance et la qualité en valent la peine pour une soirée entre amis ou un rendez-vous qui a besoin de piment.
Préparez-vous à réserver à l'avance, surtout le vendredi soir quand ils ont souvent du flamenco en direct. Ça se remplit vite, alors arrivez tôt si vous voulez une table, ou assumez le bar et commandez une bouteille à partager. C'est le genre d'endroit où vous recommanderez à vos amis qui cherchent une vraie ambiance espagnole sans l'écueil touristique.