5 Best Spanish Restaurants in Singapore for Tapas and More

Esquina
Esquina
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If you’re looking for a taste of Spain in Singapore, you’re in luck. Our city has a number of restaurants that serve up delicious Spanish cuisine, ranging from traditional tapas to hearty paellas and grilled meats.

Many of these eateries also offer a vibrant and convivial atmosphere that’s perfect for sharing a meal with friends or family.

Simply refer to our curated list below to discover the best Spanish restaurants in Singapore.

1. Binomio

Binomio
Binomio
Image: Binomio
  • Loved for
    • Authentic paella
    • Business meals
  • Prices
    S$100++ per pax
  • Address
    20 Craig Road
    #01-02 Craig Place
    Singapore 089692
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Mon to Fri 12:00 - 14:00, 18:00 – 22:30
    Sat 18:00 – 22:30
  • Website

Want to know how the real Spanish food looks and tastes like? Head to Binomio for a mind-blowing culinary experience. Serving authentic Spanish cuisine, Binomio is one of the best Spanish restaurants in Singapore.

True to its name (meaning duo in Spanish), it brings together two concepts in one restaurant – a tapas bar in front and fine dining at the back. Intrigued?

MENU:

The tapas counter menu has stunning selections of

  • Iberian Cold cuts & Cheese (S$8-S$45)
  • Tapas (S$8-S$24)
  • Desserts (S$12-S$18)

The fine dining menu is split into

  • Iberian Cold Cut & Spanish Cheese (S$8-S$45)
  • Tapas (S$27-S$45)
  • Paellas (S$68-S$76)
  • Main Courses (S$42-S$136)

The lunch set menu features a decent selection of

  • Starters (S$16)
  • Mains (S$24)
  • Desserts (S$7)

ATMOSPHERE: The casual tapas bar, with 20 seats, is a great setting to chill out with friends. The formal but warm and elegant fine dining area is there for enjoying a lavish Spanish spread.

2. Esquina

Esquine
Esquine
Image: Esquine
  • Loved for
    The finest tapas
  • Prices
    S$75++ per pax
  • Address
    16 Jiak Chuan Road, Singapore 089267
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Tue to Sat lunch 12:00 - 14:30
    Tue to Thu dinner 18:00 - 22:30
    Fri & Sat dinner 18:00 - 23:00
  • Website

If you judge a Spanish restaurant by your tapas dining experience, then Esquina could be considered one of the best Spanish restaurants in Singapore.

Founded by Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton, Esquina is known for its upmarket version of a tapas bar, which combines modern Iberian-inspired dishes with Asian spices, accompanied by a good selection of wines.

MENU: Esquina features a small seasonal menu with a selection of

  • snacks (over 10 options) – S$7 to S$22
  • from soil – S$16 to S$20
  • from sea – S$12 to S$45
  • from land – S$34 to S$108
  • and desserts – S$16 to S$18

RECOMMENDED DISHES

  • Iberico Pork & Foie Gras Burger
  • George Bank Seared Scallops with Duck Green Curry
  • Ox Cheek and Tongue
  • Confit Squid and Chorizo Paella
  • Roasted Landes Duck Breast
  • Basil Sorbet with Black Pepper Meringue

AMBIANCE: Nestled at the corner of a quaint neighborhood in Chinatown, Esquina has a historic vibe to it. Inside is a narrow array of bar tools right in front of an open kitchen where guests can have traditional tapas style of eating. Two main chefs are spearheading the front whom you could have a meaningful discussion about food with. As Esquina is a small tapas bar, fast-paced moments tend to get very rowdy but perhaps dining upstairs might provide a more private space.

3. FOC

FOC
FOC
Image: FOC
  • Loved for
    Catalonian-inspired food
  • Prices
    S$75++ per pax
  • Address
    40 HongKong Street
    Singapore 059679
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Tue to Sat 12:00 - 23:59
    Sun 18:00 - 23:59
  • Website

FOC is a buzzing, open-kitchen-style Spanish restaurant serving food inspired by Barcelona. Although FOC is known for its high-quality and innovative food, it’s equally famous for its cocktails, making it a complete dining experience that satisfies one’s taste buds and leaves them craving for more.

MENU:

  • The a la carte menu features tapas, farm-fresh veggies, seafood, meat, paellas with rice, cheese, and desserts.
  • A special tasting menu is also available for dinner on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. 
  • The bar menu includes cocktails with special house blends and a wide selection of vodka, gin, whiskey, rum, beers, and wines from Spain and other parts of the world. 

MUST-TRIES:

  • Blue Belly Shrimp Crispy Tacos
  • Smoked Cantabrico Anchovies on Charcoal Brioche
  • Ibérico Ham
  • Josper-Grilled Leek
  • Charcoal-Grilled Octopus & Pork Jowl with Jerusalem Artichokes
  • Roasted Baby Lamb Shoulder
  • Basque Cheesecake

PRICES:

  • Tapas/Starters: S$9 to S$30
  • Vegetarian: S$14 to S$20
  • Meat: S$20 to S$34
  • Paellas & Rice: S$38
  • Desserts: S$12 to S$28
  • Cocktails: S$20 to S$25

AMBIENCE: FOC has a very casual environment where their motto, ‘Fine Fun Food,’ reflects in their ambiance. It has a modern feel with wooden furnishing and hints of Spanish heritage with Cabezudos-like ceiling lights and decorations. The restaurant has a bustling atmosphere with chefs and bartenders working side-by-side.

4. Pura Brasa

Pura Brasa
Pura Brasa
Image: Pura Brasa
  • Loved for
    Grilled Spanish-inspired dishes
  • Prices
    S$65
  • Address
    5 Wallich Street
    #01-16 Guoco Tower
    Singapore 078883
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Daily 12:00 - 23:00
  • Website

Pura Brasa, a renowned restaurant chain from Spain, was brought to life by the professional charcoal oven brand, Josper. Its Singapore location at Guoco Tower marks the brand’s first venture outside of Spain, offering an exquisite selection of tapas and grilled Spanish-inspired dishes to fans of Spanish cuisine.

MENU: Pura Brasa’s menu offers several food categories, including tapas, paellas, salads, meats, hamburgers, fish, pasta, and pizza.  They also serve cocktails and Spanish beers that go well with all the grilled food.

MUST-TRIES:

  • Patatas “Bravas” sauce
  • Grilled Mussels
  • Charcoal Seafood Paella
  • Spanish Style Assortment Cheeses
  • Grilled Octopus Leg with Potato Truffle Purree
  • Josper Grilled Chicken
  • Spanish Suckling Pig
  • Spanish Pork Ribs

PRICES:

  • Tapas: S$9 to S$25
  • Salads: S$15 to S$23
  • Mains: S$25 to S$70
  • Meats: S$20 to S$50
  • Hamburgers: S$24 to S$26
  • Paellas: S$36 to S$60
  • Seafood: S$26 to S$36

AMBIENCE: Pura Brasa is located in the vibrant and historic Tanjong Pagar. The restaurant provides both indoor and outdoor dining options, accommodating over 100 diners. With a casual and relaxed atmosphere, the decor and furnishings embrace the restaurant’s Spanish roots. You’ll find high wooden chairs, brick walls, and a bull statue at the entrance, giving you a clear idea of what to expect at this establishment.

5. Olivia Restaurant & Lounge

Olivia Restaurant & Lounge
Olivia Restaurant & Lounge
Image: Olivia Restaurant & Lounge
  • Loved for
    Contemporary Spanish
  • Prices
    S$90++ per pax
  • Address
    55 Keong Saik Road
    #01-#03
    Singapore 089158
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Tue to Thu 12:00 - 14:00, 18:00 - 22:30
    Fri to Sat 12:00 - 14:30, 18:00 - 22:30
  • Website

Olivia Restaurant & Lounge is owned and run by award-winning chef Alain Devahive. The restaurant brings the flavors and essence of Barcelona, with a menu deeply influenced by Catalan and Mediterranean cuisines. The chef and proprietor have poured decades of culinary experience into the menu, creating complex flavors using classic ingredients.

MENU:

  • The food menu offers appetizers to start with and then two main course lists. It’s essentially an a la carte menu with three-course suggestions. 
  • There’s also a set brunch menu with appetizers, a choice of main dishes, a choice of Sunday dishes, and a choice of dessert. You can also add free-flowing champagne or wine. 
  • The wine menu boasts a large selection of wines sourced mainly from Spain and France.
  • The drinks menu offers plenty of choices for those in the mood for cocktails or spirits

MUST-TRIES:

  • Spherical Olives
  • Jamon Iberico de Belotta
  • Lobster-Avacado
  • Tenderloin Steak Tartare with Smoked Caviar
  • Black Rice with Carabineros
  • Iberico Suckling Pig
  • Secreto Iberico Pork
  • Olivia’s Creamy Homemade Cheesecake

PRICES:

  • Starters: S$1.5 to S$22
  • Mains: S$23 to S$98
  • Desserts: S$15 to S$36
  • Wine: Glasses from S$19/Bottles from S$110
  • Cocktails from S$25

AMBIENCE: Olivia Restaurant & Lounge has been designed by Lázaro Rosa-Violán of Lázaro Rosa-Violán Studio in Barcelona. The interior is bright yet calm, complete with beautiful decor and hints of Mediterranean, like wicker chairs and cool oceanic color accents. The look and feel of the restaurant are further bolstered with the cool tunes by Dj Null.

Written by Quinn Teo
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