Curado Bar in Cardiff

Some of the best food I've eaten in a long time, served up in a buzzy, busy bar worthy of any street in Barcelona. Brilliant service with a smile from the lovely Manya (sp?) too. Highly recommended!

We had an excellent meal at Curado Bar. Being a group of six allowed us to try lots of dishes; we all had different favourites, but everything was well cooked and full of flavour. We had two of their house red wines, and both were good value. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and helpful. All in all we would highly recommend this restaurant.

AMAZING TAPAS, WINES & SERVICE. Nice Place Whether It's A Date, Solo, Ladies Night Or Family!! Never Had One Complaint With There Dishes, Mouth Watering Every Time!!

I had a really enjoyable meal here last Tuesday evening. We were sat upstairs and the decor is fairly low key. It’s not fancy but it doesn’t need to be. On the way in I noticed some bar tapas so when the menu came we started by ordering one of each of all of the meat ones and a vege one. They were delicious and well presented. We coupled this with some beer and wine. John, our waiter, was super friendly, helpful and knowledgable about the food and wine. Made us feel really welcome and was on hand through the meal when we wanted more. We then ordered a round of hot and cold tapas. The standouts were the chorizo which was sooo soft. The mushrooms were also immense. Loved them. Wanted more! All the dishes were great. The calamari’s was a little dry and maybe needed a dip with it but it was a small footnote. Really enjoyed the meal and would 100% go back again.

When in Cardiff we always try and get into this fabulous establishment and managed to book in this busy weekend and as always we thoroughly enjoyed our food and drink with excellent staff and knowledge.

Post international ? Yes. Very busy? Yes. However the food was very disappointing, highlights were the patatas bravas & chorizos- both classics made almost inedible! Sorry, but wanted to highlight after the hype of the place. ☹️

Great selection of wine and Tapas. Friendly, continental setup. Great venue.

Amazing food! Such a great selection and a hidden gem I didn’t expect to find! A must go to!!

Took pains to book a ground floor table as we had an elderly relative with us. Despite this we were directed to a table upstairs. Mistake was noticed after and apologies given but it was a bit late by then Food was tasty and good value (though not everything on the menu available). Some dishes were cool by the time they reached us. We visited on a Saturday night and it was noisy. Possibly just a bad night for them but not a great experience.

Amazing authentic tapas, extensive and delicious wine cellar.

Absolutely love this place, delicious tapas, the team were great & our favorite beer is on tap. Can’t go wrong

We loved this place. Great vibes, quality small plates, excellent selection of beers & wine. Best experience of our trip.

One of my favourite places in Cardiff, the food is great and the atmosphere is really chilled.

Table service absolutely terrible. Whole experience was 1hr 20mins and aat there for 35 minutes waiting for a waiter to come over for an additional food order but seems they were more interested in polishing wine glasses. Good food but diabolical service..

We came in at 12 for lunch. Fantastic service, the waiter advised us on food and wine, and he was spot on we had great food and wine. When visiting Cardiff again, we definitely would come here again.

A great place to get a bite to eat when exploring Cardiff. A good selection of dishes and the waiter was very helpful when asked about non cow dairy dishes due to an intolerance. Huge wine selection and all in all a great lunch stop. Will be returning here on our next trip.

Super tasty tapas, well worth a visit. Nice atmosphere and great staff

Me and my boyfriend came here a few months ago and I will never be going back. It took 40 minutes to get a jug of tap and asking 3 times and the waitress gave us attitude when there was a miscommunication and there were 2 jugs at the table. The portions are tiny. You pay £5 for one mouthful. The only thing good about was patatas bravas which were cooked perfectly and was the only filling thing.

We visited on a particularly cold day so that might have had something to do with it but it was rather cold inside which didn’t make for the most pleasant eating environment. The kitchen closed surprisingly early but the staff do let you know. The stated closing time was 11pm but last orders were by 2150. It certainly made it feel like the staff just wanted to go home. Having eaten in various tapas bars across the country this one’s food was nothing exceptional and rather ordinary. The menu could be smaller and more refined. Cook a few things better than everything just ok. However the alcohol selection in the bar is great with lots of locally sourced Spanish produce

Such great authentic Spanish food & fab service! Will definitely return.

Really lovely tapas and wine selection and very friendly service. Central location and lovely atmosphere in the downstairs bar.

Poorest visit in the years I’ve been coming here & this visit was truly the worse of them all. Everything has gone downhill & fast! Cold food, smallest potions to date. Staff were ignorant & rude, they really were not bothered at all! Had to flag someone down for something every step of the way, from ordering drinks, to the meal, to dessert, to the bill. And more over NO ALLERGEN questions were asked upon taking order & thankfully as the main arrived we queiried the dish & to our dismay we had to send it back as we would have had a nasty allergic reaction. A wasted £90 if you ask me. And I spent a further £30 in the shop area! To add - this was the middle of the day and restaurant wasn’t “full” before that excuse is used. Hopefully management reads this and pulls some heads out of the sand. - Stevie

Poorest visit in the years I’ve been coming here & this visit was truly the worse of them all. Everything has gone downhill & fast! Cold food, smallest potions to date. Staff were ignorant & rude, they really were not bothered at all! Had to flag someone down for something every step of the way, from ordering drinks, to the meal, to dessert, to the bill. And more over NO ALLERGEN questions were asked upon taking order & thankfully as the main arrived we queiried the dish & to our dismay we had to send it back as we would have had a nasty allergic reaction. A wasted £90 if you ask me. And I spent a further £30 in the shop area! To add - this was the middle of the day and restaurant wasn’t “full” before that excuse is used. Hopefully management reads this and pulls some heads out of the sand. - Stevie

Very good tapas and good drink selection. Service quite mixed - friendly and speedy initially, then forgotten items, no revisit to see if we were good and left for ages with empty glasses and dirty plates. We would have ordered another bottle and round if we could get anyones attention but gave up trying and moved on.

I've been to Curado Bar many times over the past few years. The food and service are always excellent. Quality and price really can't be beat with a lovely laid back atmosphere to go with it. Being able to purchase items from the menu at the storefront is also such a nice touch!

Helpful & friendly service as a first time diner. Loved the warm and spanish style bar. First class tapas & the pork loin was just 🤌 Highly recommend!

Superb tapas and deli. Lovely service. Recommend everything!

La comida fue de lo más sabrosa que he comido en Tapas. Impresionante! La Rioja que elegimos fue el acompañamiento perfecto. Realmente bueno. La camarera era muy amable y bien informado. ¡Vamos!

Nice wine bar with food options

Great food, went with work colleagues, there isn't a dish I didn't like. Very reasonable prices. We even had a takeaway box for some food as we liked it that much.

I had wanted to try this place for ages but decided to bite the bullet and go in and give it a go and I enjoyed a sangria and tapas! I am happy to see you again in the future!

Cena temprana en Curado - gran selección de vinos y tapas. Personal bien informado y agradable. La comida era muy buena - vino fabuloso!

Curado Bar has a friendly and busy atmosphere. Everyone serving is always attentive and sociable. The food and drinks are fantastic. Can’t fault.

Lovely intimate venue, friendly knowledgeable service. Clearly very passionate about the products. Had a quiet pre dinner snack and drink. Very different from the ubiquitous generic other options in the area. Take a look 🙌🏼

Trendy tapa restaurant, great atmosphere. Party of four. Food was tasty, obviously being tapa the portion sizes are always small, so cannot comment on value for money, for small bites and good atmosphere this is the place to go. Very authentic Spanish food, being a resident of Spain I knew I would be very critical of the food, but surprisingly although limited, their food was very good, but expensive in comparison to Spain, which is understandable as they import their produce. Bottled Beer was not cold enough, this is the only criticism I have

Normalmente muy bueno, pero no así esta noche! ¡Chicos revisando sus teléfonos y las chicas corriendo como gallinas sin cabeza tratando de ayudar a todos! ¿Por qué las chicas tienen que todo? Consíganlo juntos chicos, este suele ser un lugar fabuloso con un gran servicio. . ¡Esta fue mi reseña de maridos, por cierto!

Great chilled place, staff very friendly, food also amazing

Lovely choice of food and wine. Much less "expensive" than Bar44. Nice atmosphere with a great vermouth bar attached

It's okay, much prefer Bar 44 (better choice, presentation, flavour and value)

Absolutely fantastic tapas/pintxos - it's not tremendously cheap, but the food really was excellent

Una de las mejores comidas de tapas que hemos tenido fuera de España - informal pero con ingredientes de excelente calidad y excelentes (aunque un poco caros) vinos. Compartimos un plato mixto de quesos y carnes, además de 3 o 4 platos pequeños y una rioja blanca - sabores fabulosos y un servicio encantador. Una mezcla - en uno de los platos pedidos se clasificó rápidamente.

Delicious tapas food. Friendly service.

This is a brilliant place! Food is really good and matches its authentic atmosphere. You can tell the people love working there and really know their stuff. Will always want to come back!

Great way to start the evening, Niche wines, tasty nibbles and a good atmosphere

Bought a wine past and this restaurant was on it Daphne will return there

Excellent food, service and wine. Very good ingredients and attentive staff. Al in all very good value for money!! We will be back!

This one is a bit difficult to rate as the flavours were great but the portions were just too small. We went for lunch and the bill crept up to close to 33£ per person and left hungry. We ended up going to another pub for more food 20 min later. Great for a drink and a snack but get your meal somewhere else.

Great spanish style bar. Pricey but a good quality

Awesome service with good recommendations and conversation. We sat at the bar and the atmosphere was amazing, even at dinner time with a pre-teen! Enjoyed our food and reasonably priced. Glad that we swung by!

Wonderful evening from start to finish. We didn’t have a booking and travelled in from Swansea for some shopping/ as a birthday eve dinner. The customer service was one of the best I’ve ever received and the food was DIVINE. It was very busy but we were looked after the whole time. I can’t wait to return! Would recommend to anyone!

Very slow service to start and not busy. Table of 8 ordered at same time, told the pork £15 take a little longer to cook, All other food came out in 15 mins, after 40 mins asking where pork dishes are, told on way, little later later they came out to ask what we ordered??? Really??? Then told told dish take longer to cook... Clearly forgotten also and as rare and would not take more than a few mins to cook, 10 mins later and sliced pork arrived. Plus £15 for small slice of meat,,, both of us waiting nearly an hour thinking this was a main course with more was very Annoying

Amazing food every time we visit, wouldn't go anywhere else

the place is great, authentic and genuine food, good service, quality for money. The small tapas are fantastic to share, really good choice of breads and Spanish Tortilla, really tasty aioli. the wine selection got some variety and good selection of red wine.

Not great. A group of us came for food as it was a friends birthday, after being sat down we had a look at the menus and ordered some drinks, along with said drinks we also ordered some tap water for the table. it took around 15 minutes to receive the drinks. We ordered a bottle of wine and 3 bottles beers so nothing that has to be prepared beforehand. after we received the drinks it took around 40 minutes for someone to ask what we wanted to eat, despite the server seating other guests and taking drinks orders for them, it was not busy so i don’t understand why there were so many delays. The food: The food was okay with certain dishes being very deceiving, some of the bread we recieved was like we were trying to take a bite out of the table we were sat at. At this point we’d still not received our tap water we ordered 55 minutes prior and nobody checked up on us while eating, which, considering the amount of covers is awful. After our food the table was not cleared for around 30 minutes and still isn’t fully cleared as i’m writing this review, we got the bill 10 minutes ago, had to prompt the server to even receive a card machine and still have not been able to pay for our food!!!

First time visiting after having such a good experience at Vermut bar wine tasting for a work team social last year. Was really looking forward to catching up with friends but was really let down by our visit here. The service was extremely slow. We had to wait ages for drinks to come to the table and for food orders to be taken. Once we had finished the bottle of wine and ordered another one there was no sign of it after 30mins so we physically had to get up and ask another staff member for it. Kept on turning around trying go get the attention of staff to then pay the bill and was sat for 40mins that we again had to get up to request the bill. The bill came quickly but was wrong and there was an extra bottle of wine charged! Again we couldn't catch staffs attention to flag the mistake with them so had to get up and point out their error. It was almost 30mins later thst they brought over the correct receipt and that then followed by having to wait for the card reader! Receipts show length of time we had to wait between first bill being printed and the error remedied! Would not return based on service alone as it was very frustrating and enjoyed what was a long overdue catch up with friends!

Fantastic selection of gluten and lactose free tapas

Truly exceptional. The black pudding, piquillo pepper and goats cheese on toasted bread is the best thing I've ever eaten. Also very caring staff, as sat alone and wanted a lower seat offered for me to sit upstairs even though (I don't think) it was open (due to the need). Honestly couldn't recommend this place enough. Thank you so much all.

One of my favourite bars in Cardiff. Great drinks, love the choice of wines but my favourite drink is probably a Marianito. Food is always good, great Pintxos, really like the Chicharrones, the cheese selection and the fried almonds. Staff are always fantastic and very knowledgeable ans enthusiastic

Good pub, good prices and good atmosphere.

Excellent service, the barman was professional/friendly. Atmosphere down stairs was fitting. The food was mediocre at best, minimal effort, lacked any kind of finesse. Maybe we picked the wrong food, but expected something different than I could cook at home in 5 mins.

amazing food and wine, great service, would recommend for family’s or a date night !

Our server Jack was amazing! Vegetarian options but unfortunately not a lot that I actually like, which was a shame. We went for a family meal but I felt it was a bit kre casual than what we usually go for when going with our family. A relaxed friends night out would be great though. Everything I did have said very tasty and my fellow carnivores assured me they enjoyed also 👍

Staff were lovely but very disappointed at the sharing platter for 2 - small cut cheese's, small chorizos, olives and some jelly things not sure what they were £16.00, we ordered separate patatas brava - which were lovely we had to go somewhere else to eat as we were still hungry - it was a shame as we were recommended by a friend and were really looking forward to eating here 😣

Honestly can't fault this place. The atmosphere, food and service is always excellent. Lots of beautiful wines on offer at affordable prices and some wonderful tapas dishes, especially the pork skewers.

The atmosphere upstairs wasn’t great. Neither was the service. Food came at different times, which is, of course, expected with tapas, but it was bordering on ridiculous. Almost one person finishing their food before another person had theirs. Asked twice for butter, took about 20 mins to come. Food was okay but nothing you couldn’t make at home. A shame after a previously positive experience.

Fantastic service and food. Jack went above and beyond to get us a table and seat us and the rest of staff were very knowledgeable

Been here several times for both after work drinks and some really good Tapas food with friends!! Delicious food, always good service from the staff followed by some really good Vermouth from their bar next door!

In Cardiff visiting friends and they suggested going to Curado. So pleased they did, great food, great drinks, great service and good prices. If you go try the Vermouth bar next door which they own, great experience.

My favourite go to when i need a little pick me up or just to chill. Amazing staff and a great selection of vermouth makes for a good conversation point.

A really atmospheric place, I really enjoyed the food and the staff were incredibly friendly and understood the menu very well. The staff clearly care about their food!

Great tapas in a fun lively restaurant. Patatas bravas, the bean stew, tortilla and the peppers were particularly delicious.

Great place! Booked for restaurant and got sat on the tall tables downstairs which was annoying. Felt like they were short-staffed as service wasn't at it's best like normal but food is always amazing

Fantastic place for great tapas and brilliant service. Food was excellent and Izzy looked after us very well. We will be back

Lovely staff (knowledgeable) and delicious food and wine. Very happy. I would recommend. Great location too………………..

Top tier service, drinks and snacks

Really good. Excellent produce with friendly, accommodating staff. A must for anyone in Cardiff.

Fantastic food, lovely and attentive staff. We went on a week day evening so a bit empty, but can imagine it’s buzzing at the weekend. Next doors vermut (part of curado) is a vermouth bar, and they were lovely as well

Fantastic tapas style restaurant with small plates and sharing plateers full of tasty meats, cheeses and vegetables. Added deli if you want to take home some of the food you've just eaten

Curado Bar offers a sensational fusion of Spanish flavors and ambiance, creating an unforgettable dining experience. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with warmth and authenticity, as if you've been transported to a bustling tapas bar in the heart of Madrid. The menu is a delightful exploration of Spanish cuisine, boasting an array of tapas, pintxos, and larger plates that showcase the richness and diversity of Spanish culinary traditions. Each dish is meticulously crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, resulting in bursts of flavor that dance on your palate. The ambiance at Curado Bar is equally captivating, with its rustic yet contemporary decor, reminiscent of a charming Spanish tavern. Whether you're enjoying a glass of Rioja at the bar or sharing a platter of Jamón Ibérico with friends in the cozy dining area, every moment spent here feels like a celebration of life and good food. But what truly sets Curado Bar apart is its impeccable service. The staff is not only knowledgeable about the menu but also passionate about sharing their love for Spanish cuisine with every guest. Their genuine warmth and hospitality create an atmosphere that is both inviting and enchanting, making you feel like part of the family from the moment you walk in. Overall, Curado Bar is a culinary gem that deserves every bit of praise it receives. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of Spanish cuisine or simply looking for a memorable dining experience, Curado Bar is guaranteed to exceed your expectations and leave you craving more.

Great, convivial place for authentic tapas, never disappoints

Such an incredible place! Amazing value for money and food and wine to die for!😍we will be coming back again.

We went to the Curado X Lahmacun supper club on Sunday afternoon. 5 courses, 5 matched wines. What a great afternoon! Lucas's food was terrific - Arabic with a twist, and he gave a great introduction to each of the courses, explaining the ingredients and why he had chosen them. The flavours were punchy and different. The Curado boys were great fun, also explaining why they had chosen the wines, discussing the vineyards and producers, and generally having a good time whilst they served us. Not just wines on Sunday, but a Vermouth and a sherry. All delicious, all perfectly matched to the dishes. You sit in groups, and we had a lovely time with the others on our table. My only complaint would be that it wasn't always clear how many people each dish is supposed to serve - there was an awkward moment when we realised a dish we thought was for 4 was actually for 7. However, the guys soon sorted that out for us and all was good! It was our first supper club but we will definitely be back.

As always, great food. Absolutely fairly priced. My go to!

This place is amazing!! Visited last night got food and really enjoyed. The patatatas bravas were crispy and tasty, the croquettes were outstanding and this tomato salad was another level. Service was mostly good with few issues. Recommended.

What a lovely place for Spanish tapas dishes! And gorgeous choice of drinks too! The staff really care about the food they serve and the service they provide. Outstanding food with a huge choice of big lates, small plates and nibbles. The atmosphere was super chilled and the interior was very trendy and the perfect vibe for the type of bar. We will 1000% be returning. Perfect for a date night or a quick stop for a nibble and drink.

Spent the evening here after Wales v Italy match. The sherry and tapas were of a high quality and I probably imbibed a tad too much of the former! Over the course of several very enjoyable hours I managed to lose a quite expensive pair of glasses from our table. With low expectations of their return I left my details with a staff member. Upon waking I found a text from Jack Holtom, who had reviewed CCTV footage and identified that they had mistakenly been picked up by a friend of a friend. Within hours the glasses were returned. Huge thanks Jack for taking the time to do this after what must have been an incredibly busy international day. Diolch yn fawr.

Most authentic Spanish tapas! The fried Calamari was the highlight! Will go back again.

The staff working Friday 15th March made our evening fantastic. They all made an effort to help celebrate the occasion (birthdays) for a big group of us and we can't thank them enough. Food was great, service excellent!

Best restaurant in Cardiff by a MILE. Welcoming and knowledgeable staff, great prices and the most amazing quality food. Both the pintxos, ready to eat from the bar, and larger, more complicated plates are equally as stunning, and they do veggie food so well too. This place deserves a Michelin ⭐️, its that good!!

Great authentic Spanish food. A bit noisy but I would unreservedly recommend it.

Brilliant place, food is absolutely fantastic. The staff are brilliant. Great atmosphere couldn't improve it if they tried it's perfect.

The food is horrible. Nice place.

Ordered a selection of Tapas to share and were very pleased. Nice atmosphere, friendly waitress and handy location. Will definitely go back.

My go-to place for small plates & wine. Exceptional service. Delicious food and a relaxed atmosphere . Recommended the sherry mushrooms

Lovely place. Staff were nice but did think they could be a bit more attentive. Food was nice but portions were very small. This beer on the other hand was delicious!

Came in for a glass of lovely Spanish wine (amazing quality & choice) and ended up being tempted by their tapas. Incredible cheeses too.

Amazing experience as usual. Made all the better by our waiter Harry. It was almost as if 'just by magic' he appeared at the perfect time when we needed him. Oh and food as usual was second to none, made all the better due to Harry's attention. I would highly recommend the Aubergine dish!

Lovely food, great service, what more can you ask for? Lots of choice, although a couple of things were sold out. They also sell Spanish meats and cheeses to take away along with a wide variety of bottles, jars and tins. All very tempting

Good selection of wine and super helpful and friendly staff :). Food is very good but portions are on the smaller side so can get expensive (there was just two of us). Definitely worth the money though!

Super warm and instant welcome. Meet by a massive smile at the door by Mania. All staff were positive and nice. Food was wide-ranging and expected portion sizes.