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La Esquina

40 Oxford Street, Southampton SO14 3DP, England
02380225227
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Ranked #12 of 279 restaurants in Southampton
4.5 of 5 stars 72 Reviews
Price range: INR844 - INR1,295
Cuisines: Tapas
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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London
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Popped into this great find of a restaurant on an unexpected trip to Southampton but it will become a destination. Surprisingly English run, the attention to detail and effort to make every dish authentic is obvious. Highly recommended the calamares (not in the tomato sauce) which was cooked to perfection - the best I've had outside our favourite Mallorcan restaurant... More

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
1
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Popped in here one evening having checked the previous reviews on Trip Advisor. We weren't disappointed. The service was prompt and friendly and the food arrived very quickly. We had the mixed salad, mushrooms in garlic butter, calamares in spicy tomato sauce and Spanish style chicken kebabs which were all very tasty. For dessert we shared a Tiramisu and Crema... More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

The atmosphere is what you would expect from a typical Spanish tapas bar, nothing fancy or pretentious and the atmosphere and friendliness of the staff make you feel right at home. The food tasted wonderful, and we couldn't leave without having deserts as well. The Tiramisu and Chocolate Mousse were to die for. A great evening out and we plan... More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Been here twice now and it's been lovely everything. Service is prompt and really friendly. The tapas is varied and tasty. The décor is pleasant and suitably Spanish. Definitely the best tapas restaurant in Southampton. More

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London
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Very accommodating staff, who found a table forusin what looked a full restaurant. Wonderful tapas menu and nicely cooked and good tasting food. Very good value. Nice atmosphere, slightly cheesy and not sure about the plastic table cloth, but quite fitting in many ways. Would definitely recommend. More

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London, England, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
2
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Great food, atmosphere, value for money and service. Definitely worth a visit! More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Though I have not been to Spain and tried authentic Spanish food, the food here is really good! Definitely recommending to my friends the squid and chorizo,Pisto Manchego, braised Ox Cheeks and gambas. If I had more stomach room, would have definitely tried all the dishes on the menu! More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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Been here a few times with friends and enjoyed it everytime. The meatballs are delicious and I've had a variety of dishes I wouldn't have tried normally. The staff are friendly too! More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We have eaten here about 5 times as a couple and with friends and each time is just as good. There's a wide range of tapas which are all delicious and very authentic. It's a very relaxed atmosphere and a laid back way to dining by ordering as much as you like or as little at a time, ordering all... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The atmosphere is very "Spanish" in an authentic way and the service is friendly and fast. The menu is compact and laden with great tasting, authentic tapas dishes. La esquina has made it into our favourites list! More

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