FOOD:

The tapas selection here may not be the most innovative or luxurious in Bangkok, but it's probably the most authentically Spanish. Try juicy grilled squid, comforting ham and egg croquettes, nicely flavoursome sardines or humble yet deeply moreish patatas bravas (fried potatoes with piquant tomato sauce). Gourmets will seize on some of the speciality Spanish hams, including luxurious pata negra; or maybe Galician-style octopus, grilled with smoked paprika. It's very easy to concoct a satisfying meal from a selection of tapas alone, but it's also worth checking out the bigger dishes, such as paella mixta, dense with rice, seafood and chicken, freshly made to order. Desserts are a strong suit as well; try to spare a little room for crema catalana, the Spanish take on creme brulee, or maybe almondy tarta santiago.

SETTINGS:

The middle sibling of Guy Jackson's tapas restaurant family keeps to the trusted formula of tasty, inexpensive eating and a laid-back Iberian atmosphere, abetted by cheerful, speedy staff.

ADDRESS :

78-80 Silom Soi 4, Bangkok 10500