Pizarro

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“Excellent lunch at an out-of-the-way place below the Thames. We had several appetizers, including little roasted potatoes, Padron peppers with sea salt, brown bread and green salad. Outstanding olive oil, great mocktails, attentive service and a quiet atmosphere. Worth checking out.”

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“I had dinner at Pizarro on Bermondsey Street last night and it was absolutely delightful. From the moment we sat down, the atmosphere was warm and buzzing — exactly the kind of Spanish-tapas vibe you hope for in London. We began with a glass of the house Gran Reserva Cava — crisp and festive, the perfect start. Then we shared some starters: the Morcilla de Burgos con sepia (Spanish black pudding with cuttlefish), and a classic slab of jamón ibérico. The morcilla-and-sepia dish was a revelation — rich, earthy black pudding paired with tender cuttlefish — smoky and savoury in just the right balance. The jamón, as you’d hope, was deeply flavourful, the kind of ham that makes you appreciate why this restaurant has built its reputation on Spanish authenticity. For our main course we went for the white wild prawns with garlic oil, paired with fried eggs and triple-cooked chips. The prawns were succulent and garlicky, and the eggs and chips added a hearty, comforting touch — simple but elevated. Everything felt generous yet refined, perfect for sharing between two without feeling heavy. Finally, we shared a dark chocolate mousse for dessert, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkled with salt. It was decadent and surprising — the olive oil added a silky richness, and the salt brought out the chocolate’s depth. A beautiful, grown-up sweet note to end the meal. On top of the food, the service stood out — warm, attentive and friendly. Between good food, welcoming staff and a lovely vibe, the whole experience felt special. Pizarro is a gem — excellent food, great atmosphere, and service that adds to the charm. Highly recommended; I can’t wait to go back!”

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“We came for my partner’s birthday and the whole experience was flawless. The welcome was so warm, they immediately offered to take our cake free of charge and keep it in the fridge. The kind waitress showed us to our table and was extremely attentive. She was very knowledgeable about both the menu and the wines and recommended what might be the nicest white wine I have ever tried in the Polvorete. The food was excellent - hot, fresh and beautiful, authentic flavours. A fantastic first visit and a memorable evening for all of us. Thank you to the whole team at Pizarro!”

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“It was our first time here. Well-cooked cod and cuttlefish, soft and juicy. Every dishes we ordered were delicious. The waiter and waitress were friendly, knowledgeable, and proactive. Will come back for sure. We spent around £120 to £130 for three people, which was definitely less than other tables. Endive salad might sound boring, but give it a go! It looks simple but tastes vibrant.”

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“Every dish was consistently excellent and fresh. The iberico was slightly chewy and the croquettes were nothing special. The medium rare steak was some of the best I've had. Even the desserts were flawless with some of the best dark chocolate mousse we've ever tried. It is a little pricey but you get what you pay for. All wait staff are very familiar with the menu and make good recommendations.”

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“I really wanted to love this place with all the hype around it, but left feeling pretty underwhelmed. The service was fine with a good atmosphere but the food overall just didn't deliver. Only the anchovies and padron peppers stood out and the sourdough bread was good. The prawns were tasty and well cooked, but paired with eggs and triple-cooked chips, it felt on the heavy side with nothing to balance out the dish. The cod was cooked nicely but was let down by the overly salty spinach that accompanied the dish. Similar with the mussels - cooked well but the sauce lacked depth and was dominated by an overpowering (coriander?) flavour. I wish we could've tried more dishes but our waiter rightly cautioned us to stop ordering (we get that a lot ha!). I honestly don't get what all the fuss is about. Maybe I'm missing something or maybe the restaurant was just having an off night.”

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“As a Spaniard living in London, I’m always excited of finding Spanish restaurants of this quality in London. The food was amazing. Great quality, super tasty and it really felt like being back in Spain but with an exciting twist to some dishes. The prawns were great quality and super tasty. The meat was perfectly cooked and really tender. The staff was really friendly and welcoming. It was a nice day so we were outdoors and the waiter was always there when we needed something. Fully recommended!”

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“Nothing to fault with the taste, presentation ,attention to ensure you have authentic Spanish cuisine with efficient but relaxed service. Highly recommend. We sat outside and only criticism would be table Edges worn. And was dog friendly too”