Opened in late 2022, Señor Cangrejo is run by real life partners chef Jesús León and FOH/sommelier Fátima Villaneva, with backing from biz partners Tradevo and Ovejas Negras. The discreet “blink and you’ll miss it” entrance in calle Harinas (formerly Mesón del Pulpo) leads to a small modern space with slate grey industrial-chic décor and seating for 30, divided between a bar with stools, high tables across from the bar and three low tables in the back dining area.
The menu is also small and the dishes are haute-fusion takes on mostly Andalusian products. For once I didn’t balk at the ubiquitous “bread charge” because with thick crusty goodness from Biga accompanied with black garlic butter… well, it’s totally worth it. Our starters were both playful and delicious, my favourite being the scallops in a creamy chicken escabeche. The tuna tartare with sesame oil marinade and roasted avocado cream (a special of the day) was inspired and grilled presa Ibérica with parnsip sauce (parsnips!!!) also made us very happy. Service was very attentive with clearly well-trained and knowledgeable staff, and the wine list also deserves a special mention. Very well curated with plenty of options by the glass. And as Fátima is from Cádiz it’s no surprise that there is also an excellent selection of sherry wines. Recommended!
Bread/Service Charge: 2.50€ PER PERSON
Harinas 21
Tel 955 09 29 10
Open 13.30 – 16.15 / 20.30 – 23.15
Closed Wednesday
€ € € €
Food 8 | Wine 9 | Service 8 | Ambiance 8
bread from Biga with black garlic butter
torched volandeira, creamy chicken escabeche and garlic toffee
crystal tartlet, creamy foie, almond praline, golden mustard and carob
crystal tartlet, flambéed aubergine and miso, anchovies in housemade vinegar,
topped with anchovy oil powder
tuna tartare, sesame dressing, red onion, edamame and roasted avocado cream
grilled pluma Ibérica marinated in shio koji, with parsnip cream
co-owners Fátima Villanueva (somm & foh) and Jesús León Delgado (chef)
