Bar Rodríguez

Founded in 1988 by Miguel Rodríguez, and now run by his cousin Pedro Díaz, Bar Rodríguez is a true bar de barrio. I remember going there some 25 years ago, when I used to frequent the La Imperdible theatre. It recently came back on my radar and I realised I hadn’t been there since I began writing Sevilla Tapas (the same year the theatre closed, in 2007) so I set off to remedy that situation. And I’m so glad I did. We felt immediately at home in the tiny bar (there’s also a small dining room next door and a lovely ample terrace out in the orange tree lined square) and were lucky enough to get a table. Décor is classic sevillano with a long zinc bar and colourful tiles.

It’s a short menu with a selection of cold tapas and hot dishes including fried fish, stews and grilled meats. In season you can enjoy their award-winning caracoles, and there are usually a few daily specials. There’s ice cold beer and a short but serviceable wine list to accompany your meal, and service is fast and very friendly. I already can’t wait to go back.

Open for breakfast.

Bread/Service Charge: 0.15€ per piece (if ordered)