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In case you are looking for a Tapas restaurant in London then keep reading. Inspired by traditional Spanish recipes and flavours with a focus on the north-western corner of Galicia, enjoy La Gamba in the heart of Southbank Centre, while you dine overlooking the Thames. Perfect for sunset drinks and dinner.
About La Gamba
Brothers behind Borough Market’s eponymous Applebee’s Fish, unveil their newest project, La Gamba, a riverside tapas restaurant overlooking the glorious views of the Thames at London’s Southbank Centre.
Situated on the Queen’s Walk at the front of the Royal Festival Hall, La Gamba serves modern takes on traditional Spanish dishes, accompanied by a list of curated cocktails and a wine list which will take you on a journey from the Douro River to the hills of Rioja.
Dine overlooking the Thames
Food and Drinks
While La Gamba takes inspiration from traditional Spanish recipes from all over the country, the menu largely showcases dishes and cooking techniques from the north-western Galician region of Spain. With around 1,500km of coastline, seafood dishes shine through the menu, as well as hearty plates, world-renowned cheeses, and delicate almond-based sweets, that the region is famous for.
The food including Spanish tapas was excellent and we were served by friendly and attentive waiters. The manager was particularly helpful regarding our allergy. We tried a variety of Tapas and the Paella was delicious. They also offer set tapas menu which has a great value. Full menu selection can be found here. You must try their Burnt basque Cheesecake!
As for drinks, La Gamba’s team of mixologists will bring their own in-house Vermouth, a variety of Sherrys and Sangrias alongside and have a dedicated Spanish gin list served in the classic goblet gin glasses.
With interiors created by Basque Architect, Cristina Lanz Azcarate from Atelier EURA, natural undertones of terracotta, stone and oak whisks guests away to sunnier climes. The menu features fresh seafood dishes which sister restaurant Applebee’s Fish is well known for, including St Austell Mussels cooked in a rich albariño and chorizo sauce; Cornish crab and fennel tostada; Iberico pork cheek empanadas and Galician picanha steak with truffle and San Simón cheese. Desserts will showcase the classic Burnt basque cheesecake and wonderful Torrijas, a Spanish twist on decadent French Toast.
Location
La Gamba is a riverside tapas restaurant at the Southbank Centre, overlooking the Thames in Royal Festival Hall.
Family friendly destination
Make this your next family outing, they have baby changing rooms, children’s menu and highchairs, outdoor seating available when the sun in shining. Ideally located nearby the Tate Modern, Southbank Centre, London Eye, London Dungeon, Shrek’s Adventure and SEA LIFE London Aquarium just to name a few.
La Gamba, Unit 3, Royal Festival Hall, SE1 8XX
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