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Morito
Tapas Restaurant££££
Clerkenwell, London
This place is famous for their tapas. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"... begin? Padrón peppers, crispy aubergine, lamb, octopus, beetroot dip were all..."(5 Tips)
"Spiced lamb with aubergine and the croquetas are delicious."(5 Tips)
"Pork belly is one of the tastiest I've ever had!"(9 Tips)
"I really enjoyed the spiced lamb with aubergine"(2 Tips)
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Paul HumphreysAugust 18, 2011Fantastic authentic tapas! no reservation policy but even when busy leave your number have a drink at Caravan or Cafe Kick, they will call you when a table is free. The wait is definitely worth it.
Josh BoxNovember 26, 2015This place is fantastic. No bookings but waitress took my number and even came to get us from the pub opposite when I missed the call. Spiced lamb and crispy aubergine dishes were phenomenal
Sean QuinlanJanuary 5, 2019Had the croquetas, patatas, and cod: all great. Wouldn't recommend if you're hungry, good for light dinner or snack with drinks. The spot is intimate, but on the "crowded elevator" side of intimate.
Justine GJuly 1, 2017Everything was delicious but the grilled tetilla cheese with membrillo and walnut was a particular highlight - pair it with cruz del mar sherry! 😋😋😋
Noelle O'BrienNovember 22, 2018The flat bread and harissa are delicious starters. As a vegetarian, this place is great! Only disappointment was the tight space. I’m slightly overweight and all the seating is super duper tight.
Jessi @2feet1worldFebruary 29, 2016Stellar tapas - the amazing flavours were totally worth the wait. Great service too.
Morito offers fantastic VFM by relying on fast table turns for volume and margin. So if some tables nurse drinks 4ages they make a 30min table wait into 2hrs &destroy 1 of London's best restaurants😡
Kara SimsekOctober 21, 2017Overall it was great. Portions aren't hugely generous (i.e. 2 croquettas are NEVER enough!). AMAZING aubergine. Very friendly staff. Would happily eat here every day!
Best spanish restaurant in London, even better than most restaurants in Spain. They normally change the menu but everything is top notch 👏- Eaten here since it opened. Frightened to let everyone know in case youse all spoil it for locals. Explore new Hackney venue too.
- DOctober 2, 2016Spiced lamb with aubergine and the croquetas are delicious. Not the most comfortable seating but the food is well worth it
- Simon WüthrichApril 29, 2015Very nice and authentic tapas place. Pork belly is one of the tastiest I've ever had!
Maddis ChickJuly 18, 2013Carnivores should try the sweetbreads & the pork belly. Great veggie options, too - highlights were the pardon peppers & the mushrooms. Friendly, staff who aren't trying to get you out of the door.- Angela LiuApril 14, 2015very casual place for tapas. I really enjoyed the spiced lamb with aubergine
Max GlaisherJuly 18, 2017It wasn't the best tapas place I've been, and the food was a bit dry. Service is ok, but when crowded the restaurant is so narrow that you are pushed when eating. Nice place to go when quiet or nearby
Giles PerksNovember 8, 2011Quite simply one of the best places to eat in London! been 4 times now and never less than excellent, unusual delicious tapa's good wine list and excellent knowledgeable staff
Rosephine FernandesDecember 29, 2014Tapas are delicious, great for sharing. However can be crowded. Casual date nights and dinner with a group would be perfect here.
Lisa Talia MorettiAugust 21, 2014The pork belly is amazing! As too are the chickpeas. I ate here during a work lunch and it was spot on.
Linda McbainFebruary 15, 2015Everything on the menu is good. Particularly love the mince dish and crispy aubergine with whipped feta.
Sam AshkenApril 3, 2017Everything ever eaten here had been at least very good and often better. Try the Apostoles sherry.
Olivier SAugust 27, 2012We ended up in here randomly, but we couldn't be luckier. Amazing flavours, nice staff and good atmosphere. Best tapas place I've ever tried.
Adriana FerranMay 13, 2015Being a Spanish, Morito is the first good experience I've had with tapas abroad. And they have vermut! I'll come back for sure.
Alexander LobovJanuary 21, 2015The space is cramped & uncomfortable. Service is mostly indifferent. But the food is good & there's plenty of character. Try the pork belly & the chorizo bocadillo.
Kitt HodJanuary 18, 2019All of the lamb dishes are fantastic, you can't go wrong ordering one or all of them.- NuffAugust 2, 2016Where to begin? Padrón peppers, crispy aubergine, lamb, octopus, beetroot dip were all fantastic.
The Times and Sunday TimesOctober 1, 2014This place is simultaneously supercool and modest, and as much like a brilliant little backstreet place in Spain as you’ll find in this country. Read more
Fallon Khan ZweegersAugust 10, 2013Great place for chilled/relaxed tapas with friends! Book in advance for a table (as very limited!) Not good for big groups.
Katy ZackFebruary 3, 2017Tasty tapas in a cozy spot. The aubergine is the clear winner. Skip the tempura.
- Travis GanzDecember 9, 2023Local tapas and sharing plates. Goats cheese and spinach pastry parcel was a highlight
Mette Schou AndersenMarch 1, 2014All small dishes are definitly worth a try. House wine is great - same goes for the service :)
Lucy NowickiApril 27, 2017Good tapas plates but a bit pricey for small quantities of food. Its good tapas for one person but plates too small for sharing.
Suzi Edwards-AlexanderMarch 16, 2014Always good. Generally packed. Seats are seriously uncomfortable but worth enduring for highly authentic tapas.
Jemima GibbonsAugust 30, 2011Salt cod croquetas, beetroot borani and braised spinach with anchovies highly recommended - James the bar manager is also a very cool guy :)
Andeea SalazarOctober 11, 2014Everything is amazing here. Try their dry sherry with all of their amazing food!
- One of the best spanish restaurants in London. Everything is so good
Panagiotis A.May 9, 2017Morito has the tastiest food I ever had in my life. Anywhere in the world. Stop reading Foursquare and just go there.
Nisha LFebruary 27, 2011Best Tapas I've ever had. Try the Parsley potatoes, Chicken & ham croquettes, Winter Tabouleh, and the Seabass!! Great wine too.
SamAugust 17, 2011It's just so tasty. Try one of everything and leave with no regrets. The aubergine minced lamb dish is particularly delicious.
Metro.co.ukNovember 5, 2010This may be the casual, buzzy restaurant of the moment but the efficient service, keen prices and cracking cuisine should ensure it’ll be around for some time to come. Metro gave it 4 out of 5 Stars. Read more
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Open until 4:00 PM, reopens later (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–4:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
+44 20 7278 7007
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.1
"Good service, excellent tapas for a fair price. We liked the octopus, the presa iberica, arroz metro, patatas bravas. About 3 tapas per person should do."
Antonio - 7.4
"Galician tarta de Santiago, Creme Catalana and grilled octopus leg are absolutely delicious !"
Ipek - 7.7
"Best Tapas in London; great ham and wine!"
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