tapas3

4.8 ( 386 reviews )
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£20–40
6 Howden St, Edinburgh EH8 9HL, United Kingdom
+44 131 667 4564

tapas3, nestled at 6 Howden St in Edinburgh, offers a delightful retreat for tapas enthusiasts. This charming restaurant stands out for its authentic Spanish offerings and warm, friendly atmosphere. Customers rave about the churros, touted as the best in the city—fresh, hot, and crispy, paired perfectly with the sun-soaked outdoor seating, creating a cozy dining experience.

The diverse menu features popular tapas like patatas bravas, chorizo al vino tinto, and andalusian calamari, praised by diners for their flavor and presentation. Many reviewers highlight the exceptional value for money, with ample portions that are perfect for sharing among friends. Personal favorites include the grilled chicken skewer and prawn stew, both bursting with flavor.

The friendly and efficient service complements the dishes, making it an ideal spot for both casual outings and special occasions. If you’re seeking a true taste of Spain in a serene setting, tapas3 is a must-visit destination—where each dish feels like a warm embrace from the Iberian Peninsula.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • On-site services
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great wine list
    • Live music
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Assistive hearing loop
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Healthy options
    • Late-night food
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Gender-neutral toilets
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Parking

Reviews For tapas3

katie almond
Jul 2,2025
Best churros in Edinburgh. So fresh, hot, crispy and doughy! And the outside seating really catches the sun on a peaceful little street.
Tork Mackenzie
Jun 25,2025
A small friendly restaurant that serves excellent tapas with friendly staff in an unhurried manner , the food was great we had 6 in total which included the patatas bravas , pinchu moreno , chorizo al vino tinto and the andalucian calamari , all were just so good and really good value too , we will be coming back for an evening meal when next in town
Jefner 11
Jun 16,2025
This is a great wee restaurant found on a quiet street a minute's walk from busy Clerk St. The service was friendly, we liked the quiet ambience and simple decor. The food was all delicious and well presented. We shared a cheese platter which had 3 types of cheese served with small crisp breads, quince jelly and squares of walnut something or other. We then had 6 tapas, including vegetables, salad, fish, seafood and chicken which was plenty between 3 of us, washed down with a jug of sangria. It was a well priced meal, with friendly, efficient service and we'll be back again.
kanesalingam akilan
May 24,2025
Tasty Spanish food with liquor ..the staff girls are cheerfull. Grilled chicken skewer pincho Marino is best. prawn stew amazing...Spanish omlet no words to say.you must try once.cheer guys.
Mal Durney
Apr 23,2025
OK. Still digesting with a Pedro JX at the table. Fabulous, great service, superb drinks options and 'f me' food. Couldn't pick a favourite dish, they were all, simply, gorgeous. Take a step off the main street to a tiny bit of Iberia. Recommended... Look at my previous reviews. I don't say that very often if ever.
Anne Thomson
Mar 18,2025
I can only echo all of the positive comments above. Too often, tapas served in Scotland bear little resemblance to those served in Spain. In this little gem of a place, we definitely had the genuine article - homemade and delicious. All the staff were both friendly and efficient. Yes, it's small, and on the evening we were there, it was rather noisy. Nevertheless, I'll be hurrying back there frequently either prior to or after a Festival Theatre event.
Kalle Uusitalo
Mar 11,2025
Lovely Spanish food, lighting quick and attentive service. Can recommend.
Allan Balata
Mar 11,2025
Great tapas - super fresh ingredients and superbly executed dishes. Really enjoyable meal - tables outside which were lovely in the sun. Cant wait to return!

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