Camino in Islington

AVOID, AVOID AVOID We arrived at our reserved table, tried to order at 20.15 and were told that the kitchen was too busy to take orders! What's the point of going to a restaurant if you can't order food? This was supposed to be a Christmas celebration - what a waste of an evening, this place deserves to fail.

Food was great as always, service was somewhat patchy but has been much better on previous visits.

We booked a meal for our work Christmas get together. We were not disappointed. Nothing was too much trouble. Great service and excellent food. Thank you !!

Lovely experience, staff were lovely, the manager was great and helped me pick out the perfect wine for the evening. Overall awesome experience definitely will be going again.

Table we were given was crammed into a space unsuitable for a table for two. When I asked hostess to be moved I was told all other tables taken. This was not ultimately the case. Menu was limited and food average. No salt or pepper on table. Waiting staff were very attentive and could not fault them.

Felt like walking into the Tardis - insalubrious exterior, but once inside, it was spacious, warm, light filled, with well executed food (had a Spaniard in our party) and lovely service. Given we went at last minute on a busy Xmas party Friday, it really was well above expectations!

Food and service was great. Only downside is they turned up the music so loud, you’re shouting to be heard. It’s a restaurant so I feel you don’t need it that loud!

Been here a few times. Great place for a business lunch or a group get together. Ideally situated near Kings Cross Station. Great food and drink

Once again, great food and service. Thank you. I will be back. PS do try the octopus!

Have been a few times in the past but tonight the service wasn’t as great. Ordered a steak with peppercorn sauce, they brought the steak, we chased for the sauce twice, eventually we were told they didn’t have any !! Had to chase the paella twice as well, pretty sure they had missed it off the original order. Food was still good though.

Very nice meal here for the first time yesterday. Staff were attentive and friendly, food was very authentic, location very handy for Kings Cross. Only minor criticism was that it was a bit noisy and I had trouble hearing my companions but this seems a common feature of dining in London these days. Overall a very good experience and I would come here again.

Easy to book a table, did so on the train into Kings Cross for a lunch booking. Nice and close to the train station. Service was great, food was lovely and a good selection for adults and young adults. Would definitely book to eat again.

The Tapas menu seems smaller than before. Quality of the food is still OK. But definitely preferred the old menu.

Delicious tapas dishes, great service, comfortable atmosphere

Once again we had a really lovely time. Food, as always, was exceptional. Service and staff were exceptional. Camino is our go to for special occasions, we always recommend it and have never been disappointed.

Great atmosphere, but very noisy so difficult to speak if you want a 1-1 conversation!

great venue near King’s cross with great food

Decent bar, but was surprised and disappointed when the only beer on tap is a ”Spanish” beer brewed in Yorkshire.

It is a lively place, with a nice selection of tapas

Tasty authentic tapas - good atmosphere and friendly service

I had a deeply disappointing experience at this restaurant. I read other reviews about receipt mix-ups and was disappointed to experience the same issue; I was given the wrong bill twice. This seems to be a recurring problem, and it felt unprofessional. I chose this restaurant specifically because of its central seating area under the beautiful, lighted ceiling, only to be told upon arrival that this section was closed. Instead, we were placed in a less desirable area on the edge of the restaurant, which felt like a downgrade. The food itself was another letdown. I ordered the steak, which was dry and mediocre at best. The salad was perhaps the worst part: it was literally just a piece of lettuce with a drizzle of sauce on top. For around £6, I expected at least a basic salad, not something that looked hastily put together. Overall, I left feeling frustrated and disappointed by both the food quality and the service. For the prices charged, I expected far better. I won’t be returning, and I’d suggest others look elsewhere for a better experience.

Saturday lunch. Food was excellent. Highly recommend the Ox Cheek, roast Celeriac and the arroz negra.

Overall, it was a lovely experience. I went there on a quiet Monday night. The food was good, albeit the portions were a bit on the smaller side. The staff was nice and the environment was pleasant.

Extensive menu with lots of choice, but could have explained portion sizes better, to help ordering. The food was tasty, especially the seabass. Good wine selection but a bit pricey in my opinion. Staff were friendly.

Had dinner here with my son. Great tapas. Amazing flavours. Tables very close together but we definitely enjoyed ourselves.

The share plate of ribs was just meat without anything no bread no sauce for £85 I was expecting something different, if you want something with the meat you have to pay extra I don't think is fear. For a platter wine and potato was £ 210 is exaggerating.

Good vibes, good people, food could be turned up a notch if you know what I mean Overall..... Worth a visit

Went early on a Friday night with a toddler in tow. Restaurant was nice. Front of house staff were great but the food... Firstly, almost all of it came out almost as soon as we'd ordered it, and it wasn't hot. Clearly it had been pre-prepared and had sat around. It was mostly pretty under seasoned and bland. The portions were small for the price. Won't be back.

So, we popped in for the happy hour and some Tapas, boy was it an overall disappointment. We came because the sign out side displayed very cheap dink prices during happy hour. We were in fact charged full price for every drink and the tapas were insanely over priced. I’m one who will pay more for an awesome meal….. this was not awesome. Mediocre at best, pretty subpar compared to other tapas we’ve had (cheaper tapas). The staffs vibe was just not good. Over all very disappointing for a £70 meal. Don’t recommend, definitely don’t fall victim to the happy hour sigh out front like us.

We had a wonderful time for a birthday meal. Particular favourite dishes were the octopus tentacles and the slow cooked ox cheek, but everything was amazing. Service was attentive but not over the top, the food came quickly and was amazing.

We were staying just around the corner and called here for dinner. The restaurant was very busy and as we had not booked we were offered either a seat at the bar or in one of the other small rooms, which is what we chose. The tapas was delicious and the service was excellent and all the staff were very friendly. Would definitely return

Had Salvatore as our waiter, far beyond competent, great staff member, brought great vibes to the meal, thank for such a great night :)

Salvador was great he was extremely attentive. Food was great we loved the Calamares and solomillo Iberico. Overall a great experience!

Really enjoyed the food especially cuttlefish rice and pork. Service was excellent, very friendly and provided great recommendations.

It is s nice environment & excellent customer services the food portion is small but delicious.

Will always come and keep coming for Klaus and his team!

No-one tells you when you book an early table that half-price cocktails in happy hour cannot be given. We felt sort of tricked as that info wasn't available at the booking stage and we didn't find out until we were already there. Some of us spent more than we had budgeted and others went without. It put a bit of a damper on what might have otherwise been a more lively evening

The food was served a bit too fast but taste wise I was very very happy with it. My favorite was the risotto. All friendly staff 👍🏻

Very good quality of food and excellent service. Salvatore paid attention to us and he was very attentive, his menu recommendation was very accurate. I recommend the suckling pig, fidebua and the croquettes

We were a group of 6, Salvatore was very friendly and attentive. The girl at the deli, Rosa, also welcomed us with a smile and recommended very good dishes. We will definitely repeat.

We attend an engagement party at the venue over the weekend and was very impressed by the surroundings, planning, attention to detail.. but mostly their willingness to make sure everything was as we'd asked for and expected. The management and staff are excellent.

Lovely place a very short walk from Kings Cross station. Great food and friendly helpful staff

The team at Camino hosted an engagement party for my friend and the staff went over an above to accommodate us, nothing was too much trouble.

Great food so convenient 2 minutes from kings cross station. Value for money

Had a great time at Camino. Our server Vicky was so kind and attentive. We order the bone in ribeye and we’re so full by the end. Such a delicious and tasteful piece of meat. Will be going back soon!!!

The food and service were pretty good but we felt a little duped by the fact that it isn't made clear that you cannot have happy hour cocktails in the main restaurant. As such my party and I either spent more than we intended or did not have a second cocktail as they might have liked. It was a bit of a disappointment

The quality of food has diminished. Staff were pleasant, but we regretted bringing friends here, on our recommendation. Music was too loud, so conversation was difficult. I think this is the end of our long love affair with Camino.

We love Camino for our special occasions and treats. Each time we go it's like a mini Spanish holiday. This time was no exception. The food and wine were great, and the service prompt and friendly.

Had a lovely night at Camino Kings Cross. My group ordered the 1kg rib eye steak to share, with a range of other tapas and some drinks. Food was gorgeous 🥰 Vicky, our server, was excellent with suggestions and making sure we had what we needed. Super friendly and helpful. I always liked Camino for drinks, but the food is excellent too

Good food but it became very noisy and therefore difficult to talk.

Amazing service! I celebrated my birthday at Camino Bar and they were very attentive since the very beginning. Shout out to Attila who made everything go smoothly and great, I'd definitely recommend it. Thank you!

Salvatore is a wonderful host. The food was great. The sangria a nice hue of red.

Had a lovely lunch and the service from our waiter, Salvatore, was amazing... you should give the man a raise!

Salvatore provided the best hospitality. I used to be General Manager of a Rick Stein restaurant and hospitality is my blood and so I speak from professional experience when I say Salvatore was truly fantastic. Thank you :)

Salvador was a star of the service. We had an amazing brunch thank you all! We will be returning again! X

A great place Super service both in Bar cotghmo Restaurant SALVATORE great guy great professional The exquisite food

Slightly long wait for my order to be taken, but thereafter the service was attentive but not intrusive - spot on in fact. I just had some tapas, could have been a bit hotter, but all dishes were tasty and plentiful - I only had three, but didn’t have room for dessert as I’d planned. Enjoyed a pint of Puerto Bello pale ale with it. A new beer for me, thoroughly enjoyed that too. I’ll definitely be back.

Really great Spanish food. I visit this place every time I'm in London!

Fantastic tapas and a fun atmosphere. Service was quite slow but as they didn’t rush us off the table that was fine

One of my favourite restaurants always good good wine and a chilled experience. Very noisy though.

Great service and atmosphere but the Spanish food should be more authentic

Service a little slow at first but attentive and prompt once my order was taken. Tapas were well presented and very tasty but could have been a bit hotter. Nice beer to wash it down.

Amazing will definitely go back.

Excellent service and as always delicious tapas and wonderful wine ! Thank you

Very mediocre food for such high prices! I will not be going back

Food was delicious. Table waiting staff better than meet and greet, who lacked professionalism and had an attitude. Empty room but wanted to put us by the toilets! Placed lacked a positive energy and attentiveness diners.

Check you food before eating, otherwise you may get a food poisoning

Really good food, fast and attentive service and lovely ambience. The restaurant area much better for dining and catching up with friends. The bar area better for drinks / standing as more noisy and cold, not good for eating, unless in the summer perhaps. Prices are high that's the only negative.

I visited with 3 friends just over a week ago. We had a selection of Tapas, including calamares, patatas bravas and stuffed peppers. All were attractively presented and very tasty. Lucia greeted us. Cheerful and welcoming! Shirley served us. She was friendly, helpful with choices and nothing was too much trouble. Definitely recommend this restaurant!

Verry nice & tasty place. Best service from Karthika. Steak was delicious. We will be back;-)

Very disappointing, the portions couldn’t be smaller, have never seen a chess plate looking so miserable! Never again.

We ordered a round of tapas to start with. But we had to check if the gambas was comings the waiter checked and confirmed that they didn’t put it down. So they went and cooked it for it. Then later on we realised the padron peppers we ordered didn’t arrive either. Again. The waiter missed this out. We then ordered the £85 rib eye. Asked for it medium rare. It came medium well. We told the waiter nicely that this is wrong as we asked for medium rare. The manager came to our table to say the waiter mis heard and put it down as medium well done. We cancelled, asked for the bill, paid and left. Terrible terrible. Will never go again. Embarrassing for me as I introduced and suggested this resto to my friends. We did get 15% off without asking for this, which softened the experiences of the blow. But absolutely terrible experience.

Very good service and extremely quick . I loved the jamon and patatas bravas. Aaron and the manager Attilla were so kind . 5 stars.

Had an amazing experience with Camino. The food was amazing and the service from the waiter Aaron was nothing short of amazing. The bar manager Atilla was so kind and helpful throughout our whole time there. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience real Spanish tapas

My first visit to the KX restaurant, and I shall return. A fabulous area outside, as well as in, once I could find the place, with all the building works on the street. As a vegetarian, there was plenty of choice and the dishes were very good indeed.

Stupidly small portions and overpriced. Tapas is sharing but portions weren't even enough to feed one. Chicken was the size of my thumb and we're trying to cut it into three. Spent £200 and left hungry. Service was also very slow and they weren't busy, had to flag them down for drinks, waited a long time for plates to get cleared. We we're the only ones sat outside and staff came and shut the doors on us and we're sat there with a table of empty plates and empty glasses, so had to flag them down to pay the bill. Save your money and go somewhere else

Overall I'm happy with my experience at the restaurant. The food came promptly, and the venue was clean. Staff are friendly and helpful.

The dishes were too spicy for a traditional Spanish restaurant. The paella had 3 ingredients and was offered with noodles instead of rice (unheard of). The octopus had so much paprika that obscured every other taste and the potatoes that accompanied it did not seem to have been properly cooked. The patatas bravas would be best suited to an Indian/Pakistani cuisine as they were too spicy. We paid almost £60 for 4 tapas and two coca colas. The service was great and quick. I don't consider this to be a traditional Spanish restaurant offering traditional Spanish tapas (which is what I expected) and for this reason I will probably not go back there again.

interesting different taps dishes - great team - great hidden gem

Great place to come if you want to escape the hecticness of the Kings Cross area or use as a meeting point with friends. Surprisingly spacious bar and restaurant areas. Fast and attentive service. Portion sizes are a little small, especially bearing in mind the prices.

I remember Camino from several years back as a pretty standard tapas chain operation - competent but no frills. But last night: wow! Every one of the 6 dishes ordered was spot on. On this evidence, Camino can give just about any London tapas house a run for its money.

Great London tapas spot, loads to choose from including some excellent vegan options which meant everyone in our party could enjoy a variety of dishes. The pricing felt very reasonable for such good portions and quality of food with both classic and seasonal options. Hard to pick a favourite dish but the prawns, the tortilla and the padron peppers were absolutely outstanding. I have a little group that get together for tapas every few months and we usually like to explore our options but there’s already talk of heading back to Camino as we enjoyed our food and the vibe there so much!

Excellent in every way except for the gentleman on the table next to us, who was very very loud with no volume control. We finished our meal quickly which was a shame.

Lovely beer garden away from all the bustle, the interior is nicely decorated and very comfortable. Staff are friendly, I didn’t try the food. They might be focusing on the Spanish theme so this might not be their fault, but I’d prefer to see some decent English and Belgian’s if Madri is the best beer the Spanish produce. But that’s London, and decent craft on keg seems impossible to find here. It’s hard to compete with Yorkshire 😊

The staff was nice, but the dishes were disappointing, we ordered 6 of different plates and only one was great (pardon peppers), expected much more from the place.

Second time eating here..Great food, amazing service. Absolutely gorgeous sangria, really lovely experience.Would definitely recommend to anyone, especially if you love tapas..

The food was delicious. Shreyas and Salvatore served us and they were amazing with the recommendations.

Fantastic quality and value. Really good meal. And pretty child friendly too.

Great meal. We really enjoyed the variety. Excellent wine as well

Really disappointed with our visit to Camino yesterday. We booked a table for 3 adults at 3pm. On arrival it appeared to be relatively quiet. We sat down waited about 5 minutes for the waitress to take our order so all looking good. Ordered sangria and 12 tapas dishes which then all proceeded to be delivered to our table at once!!!! We have been to Camino on numerous occasions and food has always been brought out at spaced intervals. The waitress then came to the table to advise that the kitchen was closing and did we want to order more or any deserts… how were we supposed to know if we wanted more or deserts when we were still eating?? We’d only been in there about 25/30 minutes. Slightly miffed by the situation we finished our food paid the bill then moved to the Camino bar next door for a drink. We had planned on staying in the restaurant until about 4.45 (eating and drinking) before getting our train home but they were setting up the tables around us and it started to feel like we’d outstayed our visit. I’ve checked the website this morning and at no point does it say that the kitchen closes during the day. This place used to be our go to either before or after a football match but unless they sort the kitchen issue I wouldn’t bother which is a shame cause the tapas are really good hence the 3 star rating and not 1 star.

Lovely food and service. Served by Shirley who was brilliant! Really attentive and knowledge about the food and wine. Thank you

We had a 8 person business dinner here. The food was great. Lots of varieties for both meat eaters and vegetarians. The steak was cut up in slices so it’s easy to share. The croquetas and squid ink rice were amazing. The black coconut was also quite delicious. Our server Karthika was very welcoming and always made sure to tend to our needs. Would recommend.

A hidden gem in Kings Cross with amazing Spanish tapas that brought back memories of Leon. Aaron’s service was first-class, and the value for money was excellent. While the atmosphere can be noisy—especially if seated near lively groups—the fantastic food and service make it worth a visit. Highly recommended!

A hidden gem in Kings Cross with amazing Spanish tapas that brought back memories of Leon. Aaron’s service was first-class, and the value for money was excellent. While the atmosphere can be noisy—especially if seated near lively groups—the fantastic food and service make it worth a visit. Highly recommended!

An excellent dinner for two, enlivened by a complimentary bottle of Cava for my birthday! A most generous offer and I am duly grateful.

We booked a table for three at 8 pm on 26th August to celebrate a friend's birthday. My husband and I arrived on time, and the birthday girl joined us at 8:20 pm. We ordered two beers, puffed pork crackers, and a Trio of cured chorizos, which felt like something you’d pick up from ASDA—not what we expected. At 8:30 pm, the waiter informed us they were closing early as they did not get too many bookings and asked us to place our final orders. We quickly ordered a bottle of red wine, creamy croquetas, and prawns. However, the waiter repeatedly came back, rushing us if we had anything more to order. It was incredibly frustrating, and we had to gulp down our wine and leave in a hurry. This was our first and last visit. We had to take the birthday cake to another place. What’s the point of booking online if the restaurant doesn't notify customers about early closure? A terrible experience. The food is not that good too.

Fantastic food. Great service, lovely atmosphere. Aaron was fabulous. Highly recommended.

Incredible food and service. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!

As a Spanish native I LOVE this, we had the bottomless brunch and oh my god the value for money is insane lots of tasty drinks but the food is even better! The service is incredible, Shirley our server was immaculate gave us the best recommendations and service. Would recommend to anyone that loves good food and drinks

Food generally excellent, especially the tortilla, pan con tomato, mushroom and butterbean, and prawns. We would not repeat the octopus or Iberico croquettes which had too much potato. Extensive wine selection with several sizes and reasonable prices. Service very good if overstretched when busy. Ambience good becoming a little noisy.