Vineria San Telmo

Updated November 2024

Perhaps the first thing you’ll notice when you walk into the Vineria San Telmo are the mottos and quotations painted on the walls and ceiling, followed by the display case featuring spectacular desserts by Gollerías (including the Very Best lemon meringue pie in the universe) and the wonderful floor-to-ceiling glass wine cellar (I want one at home!). You can then go on to discover the Vineria’s special blend of traditional and innovative tapas, which also includes a lot of terrific vegetarian options.

I’ve been going to the Vineria for more than 20 years now and the food here is consistently excellent. Owner Juan Manuel Tarquini is all about the wines and there is an extensive wine list including a very good selection of wines by the glass (look out for the featured wine of the month).

Favourite dishes of mine include the perfectly grilled pluma Ibérica (pork shoulder), the crispy panko croquetas and the salmon tataky served with leeks done two ways (crispy fried and stewed). The menu is varied and well thought-out, so there is truly something for everyone.

But the very best thing is how you feel so at home at the Vineria, either inside the cosy restaurant or out on the fabulous terrace overlooking the Murillo gardens. The knowledgeable international and multilingual Vineria team go out of their way to ensure you have a great time, which reflects Tarquini’s generous nature and attention to detail.

Open for breakfast from 9.30.

Bread Charge: 1.70€

Paseo Catalina de Ribera, 4
Tel. 954 410 600
Open 9.30 – 16.30 / 20.00 – midnight Monday – Saturday
10.00 – 16.30 / 20.00 – midnight Sunday
€ € € €
vegetarian friendly

Food 9 | Wine 9 | Service 8 | Ambiance 9