El Torero, a charming tapas restaurant nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, offers an authentic taste of Spain with a menu that celebrates delicious small plates. Dishes like *Berenjenas Con Miel* and *Queso Manchego* have received rave reviews for their rich flavors and aesthetically pleasing presentations. The atmosphere here is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for sharing meals with friends or loved ones. Customers consistently praise the attentive and knowledgeable staff, who enhance the dining experience with thoughtful service—especially for those with dietary restrictions, as highlighted by a review from Richard Watson. Vivid mentions of the delightful *Patatas Cortijeras* and the flavorful *meatballs* showcase the culinary prowess of El Torero’s kitchen. For value seekers, taking advantage of pre-5 PM tapas deals adds a budget-friendly touch to this memorable dining experience. While the ambiance may become lively thanks to its wooden floors and high ceilings, most diners find this only adds to the vibrant atmosphere. As Peter Atkinson noted, the beer selection is also commendable. Whether you're healing from the cold winds of Newcastle or seeking a hearty meal, El Torero promises an unforgettable evening filled with delightful flavors and warm ambiance.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Has free water refills
Serves halal food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
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Reviews For El Torero
Peter Atkinson
May 27,2025
Ages since l was last there but we thoroughly enjoyed the food and Danielle was brilliant. Beer was excellent also!
Richard Watson
Mar 31,2025
We found this little gem where nearly everything on the menu was GF and DF. https://eltorero.co.uk/ Lovely building, fab staff, food was out of this world, needless to say, Wife stuffed her face. She didn't itch, have tummy pain or bloating, didn't get rendered to occupying the bathroom, no itchy eyes / redness or watering, no feeling sick- just a pure lush evening that I could eat pretty much most on the menu and not worry. The staff even went out of their way to remind me of any foods that my husband ordered which she couldn't eat. Which service. Outstanding value too. Top tip: order before 1700hrs and get 3 tapas dishes for 16.50 ,I think it is. Or, register via email and receive a 20% off code to use which can't be used with any other offer. Please check the website for exclusions, it is something like can't be used on Fri or Sat night and bank holidays.
Paul Sanders
Mar 23,2025
I actually enjoyed the atmosphere. However, people seated near to us were complaining about noise, caused they said by the wooden floors and high ceilings. Other than that, it was great. We had the set meal for three (22 per person) it was delicious, plentiful, and quickly served. It's definitely a place to go ato again. Oh, the 1906 dark beer is absolutely tremendous.
Zhang Haochen
Mar 18,2025
Passing by in the cold wind, I was attracted by the warm lights. And the incredible dinner healed myself in the cold wind.
Will Entrekin
Mar 4,2025
Great meal for sharing. Amazing food and the portions are just right. We ended up with lots of plates and finished almost everything. The meatballs were fantastic, the croquettes excellent, and the beers were great, too. Highly recommended.
A Mere Kat
Feb 17,2025
Truly wonderful food, a great variety of meat, vegetarian and vegan. The dishes were large and cost much less than we expected. The atmosphere was great, and the staff were friendly and worked quickly. I highly recommend it!
Vanessa Bright
Feb 10,2025
I’m fussy with food but this is one of the best Spanish meals I have had in a long time. Having lived in Spain, I found the food 100 percent authentic and could not fault the tapas including manchego cheese, chicken fricasse, calamari, garlic prawns and potatoes. The almond cake dessert was to die for. The staff are friendly and the service was fast. I’ll definitely be returning here when I next visit Newcastle.
Ryan Brubacher
Feb 5,2025
Really great little tapas restaurant. The Paella was fantastic and well worth the wait!
Reviews For El Torero