El Camino

4.4

799 Reviews

£25 and under

Spanish

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

El Camino previously know as 'Santiagos' is an authentic Spanish restaurant in Whitchurch, Cardiff. Specialising in Tapas, this independent, family-run business offers a genuine Spanish dining experience.

We use the finest Spanish and local ingredients and produce. Come and enjoy the Spanish hospitality at El Camino.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
07305 177643
Website
http://elcaminowhitchurch.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
77A Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 1DD
Area
Cardiff
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

What 799 people are saying

El Camino reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Camino is a vibrant tapas restaurant praised for its "excellent food" and "superb service." Guests love the "authentic" Spanish dishes and "great atmosphere." The staff is "friendly" and "helpful," making it a favorite for both regulars and newcomers. Despite occasional busyness, it's "worth a visit."

799 Reviews

M
Marianne
South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was fantastic, staff were lovely, not rushed to eat and go, would recommend and will be back
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Cath
South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and food. A lovely evening was had by all.
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Adela
Devon1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food and excellent service. The atmosphere in the restaurant was great.
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Bev
South Wales1 review
4.0
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic home cooked food , excellent service would thoroughly recommend.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food, great service! Will definitely go again
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OpenTable Diner
South Wales2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a selection of Tapas and enjoyed. Good food, good service and good value.
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MarkS
Hungary3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been to Santiago’s or El Camino many times and always excellent food and great service.
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Happy
South Wales2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 March 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was really cold in the restaurant but not helped by arriving soaking wet following a sharp rain shower.
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Lambshank
London5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 10 March 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Excellent service Great atmosphere and ambience Worth a visit
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Cezza
Manchester6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 March 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food lots to choose from, accommodating staff, great atmosphere. We will definitely be back
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FAQs

El Camino is rated 4.4 stars by 799 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

77A Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 1DD

Additional information

Area
Cardiff
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://elcaminowhitchurch.com/
Phone number
07305 177643

El Camino

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