Café Bar Rúa 11
A compact, laid-back bar with a terrace offering an impressive vermouth collection and delicious, creative tapas and tostas.
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Café Bar Rúa 11
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Must-see attractions
A compact, laid-back bar with a terrace offering an impressive vermouth collection and delicious, creative tapas and tostas.
"Dine like a local with authentic, friendly service and incredibly delicious food and wine."
Visit Early for Lunch
Secure a table without a wait by arriving early, especially for lunch. The place gets packed!
Try the Tostas
Indulge in exquisite tostas like pork cheeks with apple or cured sardines with capsicum.
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Tapas Bar
Price
Mid-range
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Extensive Vermouth Selection
A haven for vermouth lovers with over 150 references, offering unique and flavorful aperitifs.
Exquisite Tostas & Tapas
Creative and delicious toasted snacks, from pork cheeks to cured sardines, alongside generous free tapas.
Cozy & Bustling Atmosphere
A laid-back hangout with a terrace, offering a lively yet friendly vibe perfect for locals and visitors alike.
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Visit Early for Lunch
Secure a table without a wait by arriving early, especially for lunch. The place gets packed!
Try the Tostas
Indulge in exquisite tostas like pork cheeks with apple or cured sardines with capsicum.
Enjoy Free Tapas
Your drinks come with a complimentary pintxo of your choice – a great value and a local tradition.
Don't Miss Dinner Specials
For dinner, try specialties like morcilla with apple sauce and pine nuts for a hearty meal.
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Visit Early for Lunch
Secure a table without a wait by arriving early, especially for lunch. The place gets packed!
Try the Tostas
Indulge in exquisite tostas like pork cheeks with apple or cured sardines with capsicum.
Enjoy Free Tapas
Your drinks come with a complimentary pintxo of your choice – a great value and a local tradition.
Don't Miss Dinner Specials
For dinner, try specialties like morcilla with apple sauce and pine nuts for a hearty meal.
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Reviews Summary
Café Bar Rúa 11 is a highly recommended spot praised for its delicious tapas, exquisite tostas, and extensive vermouth selection. Diners highlight the friendly and attentive service, the quality-to-price ratio, and the bustling yet welcoming atmosphere. It's a perfect place to dine like a local, enjoying authentic flavors in a lively setting. While generally praised, some may find the bar can get very crowded, especially at night.
"Lovey find. Great spot for a drink and Tapas. The toast options were very tasty, perfect for sharing. Highly recommend."
Craig
"There was a pulpo dish here which is incredible. Besides that, the cheesecake is highly recommended ( my wife had it twice while she was in Leon for a few days!) and the other dishes we had were also very good. The service is fantastic and even though it was very busy, we were asked if we wanted more drinks. When I asked for a cup of local wine and later a cup of local vermouth, I was given very good examples of both. The wine was the best I've had in Spain so far and then price for the cup was no different than the house wine at other restaurants. If you like vermouth, there is a large selection."
Ryan Norris
"Had a lovely meal in Café Bar Rúa 11 last night. The menu was great, lots of variety and the food was excellent. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful, especially as we don't speak Spanish. They also made super recommendations for a local vino blanco and a vermouth cocktail. Highly recommend visiting Café Bar Rúa 11."
Annie Caulfield
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's famous for its extensive vermouth collection (over 150 references), delicious tapas, and exquisite tostas, along with friendly service.
Reservations are not explicitly mentioned, but arriving early, especially for lunch, is recommended to secure a table due to its popularity.
Highly recommended are the tostas like pork cheeks with apple or cured sardines, and specials like morcilla with apple sauce.
The menu features cheese and charcuterie platters, and some tapas may be suitable, but specific vegetarian or vegan options are not detailed. It's best to inquire.
It's a compact, laid-back hangout with a lively, bustling atmosphere, especially in the evenings, with a terrace available.
Yes, drinks often come with a free pintxo (tapa) of your choice, but ordering additional tostas or rations is also recommended.
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