El Norte in City of London, Westminster

Truly the WORST dining experience I've ever had. Most of the positive reviews are old, as it used to be slightly better previously but has significantly declined. The food was tasteless, but the main issue is the appalling service. From start to finish, the manager was rude and patronizing. He began by trying to convince us that we didn't have a reservation. Even after showing him the reservation, he insisted we made a mistake and booked for the wrong day. This continued, despite us showing him the reservation with the correct date on my phone. I had to wait an hour and a half, and ask the staff 4-5 times just to get 1 drink as they kept forgetting and ignoring me , only to get the wrong one after all that. I drank water the entire evening. No apologies were offered. They forgot to bring out a couple of things we ordered, but at that point, we didn't bother mentioning it as it would have been too much hassle and more bad attitude from the staff. I could honestly continue detailing how bad it was. Nobody asked us how our meal was, nobody checked if we needed anything, we had to fight for waiters attention when it was just moderately busy. This is the worst restaurant I've been to GLOBALLY.

Bel locale... musica forse un pò alta per l'ambiente... servizio non all'altezza... cucina spagnola ambigua... Potrebbero migliorare rivedendo le note che ho segnalato

Redécouverte de ce restaurant et grande déception. Serveuse charmante mais complètement inorganisée. Entrée Gaspacho, j’avais l’impression de manger de la soupe de tomate et boite. Croquettes correctes. Poulet à la sauce à la truffe industriel. Et purée de pommes de terre, goût eau. Bien cher pour ce tableau du soir.

Tutto molto molto buono Una cucina tipica spagnola , di qualità solo leggermente rivisitata in chiave moderna senza alterare i sapori. Spaziale la tortillas al tartufo Servizio top e friendly.

El Norte was recommended as a good quality Spanish restaurant but we were disappointed … very disappointed. Where to start? The roast aubergine was tasteless, the olives were tasteless and the jamon iberico was poor quality, pre-cut product with few white flecks. The Spanish omelette was ok but no one could taste any manchego … cheese, yes, but not manchego. But the biggest joke was the “pan tumaca” which was prepared at the table like steak tartar … had us sniggering away as the waiter applied the garlic, olive oil & tomato on toast! Hilarious table theatre! As was the crooning from the singer and the two girls dancing a sensual routine … less flamenco, more Strictly Ballroom. And be aware of the price of the wines. So an expensive Disney interpretation of Iberian cuisine. There are many better Spanish restaurants.

Taste of Modern Spanish Cuisine in Mayfair London. Yes always good to be back! Been here couple times since they opened, it’s great food quality is still the same since day one - delicious and memorable experience! As soon as you enter the restaurant, you’ll be mesmerised by its upscale interior and atmosphere, including a beautiful lounge with irresistible Spanish crafted cocktails. The signature dishes celebrate the gastronomic heritage of Spain, sharing my recommendations below: C O C K T A I L S - Cupido - La Siesta - Black Sea P A R A P I C A R - Brioche De Tartar De Atún, Tuna tartare brioche with umami mayo - Croquetas De Jamón, Ham croquettes with guacamole - Croquetas De Queso De Cabra, Goat cheese, pistachio & honey croquettes - El Norte Tortilla, Spanish Omelette & Manchego Cheese - Bombon De Pollo - Crispy Chicken Bombon with Roasted Celeriac P E S C A D O S Y M A R I S C O S - Lenguado Salvaje, Wild dover sole with lime & thyme vinaigrette C A R N E S - Pluma De Cerdo Iberico Glaseada, Glazed Iberian Pork with Celeriac Puree P A R A A C O M P A Ń A R - Patatas Panaderas , Spanish Oven Baked Potatoes with Rosemary - Setas Con Huevo Pochado, Sauteed Mushrooms with Poached Egg P O S T R E S - Hot Coulant of White Chocolate & Pistachio - Chocolate Mousse

Nettes nicht zu kleines Lokal mitrollen Tapas. Diese werden frisch zubereitet und sind optisch und geschmacklich sehr gut, schön wäre es, wenn man nicht automatisch alles tapas nur für eine Person ordern kann, sondern beim teilen automatisch auf Nachfrage alles für die entsprechende Anzahl an Personen kommt. Die Kroketten sind besonders gut.

El Norte is a sophisticated addition to the Mayfair dining scene. Service was very efficient and the dishes beautifully executed. Wine list a little on the expensive side but offers an eclectic range of wines from various Spanish regions. Would definitely recommend.

This newly opened Spanish restaurant is located on a street lined with art galleries and boutique stores. We visited on a Tuesday for dinner and the place was not too busy. The musicians were wonderful! They performed lounge inspired Spanish music which really raised the ambience. The tapas were all solid though none were extraordinary. We ordered just two main courses, the Iberian pork and the steak. They were devoid of accompaniments so perhaps we ordered the wrong items for what we wanted. The cava sangria was EXCELLENT!

Bellissimo locale, atmosfera calda e molto glamour, perfetto per un aperitivo o una cena tra amici o romantica. La musica è abbastanza alta e riesce un po’ difficile conversare ma rende l’ambiente molto cool. Squisita ogni portata ma in particolare il Rib eye che si scioglieva in bocca. Servizio eccellente e cortese. Lo consiglio assolutamente.

I have heard about El Norte for a long time so last week we decided to go and try it out. Honestly, the food quality is outstanding, service was amazing and we had one of the best oysters ever. Coming back for sure!

Wir hatten das Glück einen wirklich sehr schönen Tisch zu erwischen. Das El Norte ist ganz schön eingerichtet. Der Rioja war ganz hervorragend, das zu Beginn, wie auch das riesige Ribey. Ansonsten waren die Gerichte OK. Preislich der Lage angemessen. Also wer mal Lust auf ein schönes Stück Fleisch mit einem guten Wein hat ist richtig aufgehoben.

If you are looking for classically prepared Spanish food in an elegant setting, then El Norte is for you. The two of us ate an outstanding meal, experienced mostly first class service, and enjoyed the luxury of the quietly elegant ambiance. But it is not expensive as the bill started with a £24.50 charge for a Beefeater gin and tonic! The one quirk of service was that the server flatly stated that the chef would not prepare a Dover Sole to be well done. As a result, my wife enjoyed the traditional Catalan Pan Tumaca and then a green salad. For me the Ensalada de Ventresca was an exceptional serving of raw tuna belly. Then, the well presented and freshest Pulpa a la Brasa was an outstanding dish with the octopus being succulently cooked to perfection. A feature to accompany the cocktails were the uniquely flavored house prepared marinated olives. Next time we are in London there is little question that we will return - “Hasta Pronto” as the check says.