"Located in the crypt of St Matthew’s Church, Gremio de Brixton is a tapas bar with gorgeous interiors. The church structure’s low slung ceilings and original brickwork work as natural partitions and when illuminated by dim candlelight, contribute to a fairly sedate atmosphere, though the restaurant does get lively as the evening goes on. Gremio de Brixton is an ideal venue for dates, but also for visiting in a group of four or more to make a considerable dent in the broad menu. You’ll almost definitely want to order both the jamón and the blue cheese croquetas; boquerones with aioli lifted by a whisper of citrus; soft Mallorcan sobrassada with crusty bread; chickpea and sweet potato buñuelos; fried aubergines with honey; and at least one of the rice dishes. Go for the arroz negre coloured with cuttlefish ink or the arroz de mariscos loaded with mussels, clams, squid and prawns." - Jonathan Hatchman
