El Rinconcillo
Andalusian restaurant · Centro ·
Historic tapas bar with traditional Spanish mains & wine
Historic tapas bar with traditional Spanish mains & wine
"Open since 1670, this icon still tallies your bill in chalk on the bar—history you can taste in every tapa." - Megan Spurrell, Arati Menon
"Stepping into this rustic tavern dating back to 1670 feels like getting a mouthful of history; it's widely regarded as Seville's oldest bar with old‑world charm—ancient dusty wine bottles, sherry barrel tables, and timeworn signage—and I like to perch at the curved wooden bar beneath salchichón hanging from the rafters, swilling frosty Cruzcampo and nibbling jamón. Be sure to order the cumin‑rich espinacas con garbanzos for a taste of Moorish‑influenced local cuisine." - Agnish Ray, Adam Turner
"Known as the oldest tapas bar in Seville, El Rinconcillo opened its doors in 1670 just two blocks southeast of the Palacio de las Dueñas. The decor is quintessentially Sevillano: colorful Arabic tiles, dark wooden barrels, and a curtain of cured Iberian hams hanging over the bar. Though the crowds of tourists and locals may persuade you to ask for a quiet table upstairs, it’s best to embrace the chaos and huddle around the bar area to eat standing up in the traditional tapas style. Order the espinacas con garbanzos (braised spinach and garbanzos), and watch the servers tally your order directly on the mahogany bar, which acts as a chalkboard." - Megan Lloyd
