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El Cable

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A legendary Sitges tapas bar since 1940, El Cable offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu of classic and innovative bites.

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El Cable

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A legendary Sitges tapas bar since 1940, El Cable offers a vibrant atmosphere and a menu of classic and innovative bites.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Consistently packed with locals and visitors, El Cable is the go-to for authentic tapas and a lively Sitges experience."

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Reservations are highly recommended as El Cable is consistently packed.

Arrive Early

If you don't have a reservation, expect a wait of around 20 minutes for a table.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 11:30PM

Cuisine

Tapas Bar

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+34 938 94 87 61

Address

Carrer Barcelona, 1, 08870 Sitges, Barcelona, Spain

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Legendary Patatas Bravas

Legendary Patatas Bravas

Consistently hailed as the best in Sitges, these crispy potato chunks with a unique spicy sauce are a must-try.

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Inventive Tapas

Inventive Tapas

Beyond classics, El Cable offers creative bites like the 'McCable' mini-burger and 'Duck Nest'.

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Authentic, Lively Atmosphere

Authentic, Lively Atmosphere

Experience a traditional tapas bar filled with locals and visitors, buzzing with energy.

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Book Ahead!

Reservations are highly recommended as El Cable is consistently packed.

Arrive Early

If you don't have a reservation, expect a wait of around 20 minutes for a table.

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Don't Miss Signature Dishes

Be sure to try the Patatas Bravas and the famous Carrot Cake.

Explore Beyond Classics

Try innovative house specialties like the 'McCable' mini-burger.

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Book Ahead!

Reservations are highly recommended as El Cable is consistently packed.

Arrive Early

If you don't have a reservation, expect a wait of around 20 minutes for a table.

Don't Miss Signature Dishes

Be sure to try the Patatas Bravas and the famous Carrot Cake.

Explore Beyond Classics

Try innovative house specialties like the 'McCable' mini-burger.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

El Cable is a beloved, traditional tapas bar in Sitges, praised for its lively atmosphere and excellent value. While many rave about signature dishes like patatas bravas and creative options, some find the food to be mediocre and the service inattentive, especially when busy.

"Delicious - really incredible tastes and the staff knows english. Beautiful place, and good prices - tapas are small but the price is also cheap (4-5 euros for 1). If you have one day in Sitges, you will not regret eating here.

The only bad things are that the soft drinks are expensive and the place is crowded"

tor beer

"We was very excited to dine here after reading such great reviews, however, it is nothing special.

I have family in Barcelona so am well aquatinted with tapas and I do not believe this was anything spectacular.

The food was mediocre. Fast service, and food arrived promptly. They have won a lot of awards, and are clearly still very proud of this achievement, however the most recent award was about 10 years ago. However, the Duck Nest was quite nice.

The service (well what service) they didn’t even show us to our table, just pointed and says over there. Then threw one menu down on the table.

The aesthetic was nice, and the decor was quaint."

Aaron Pares

"I came here for lunch and made sure to order plenty before the 3:30 closing time. We ended up getting two of everything for our group of six, and the portions were surprisingly large!

I had heard rave reviews about this place, but some dishes were just okay. I absolutely loved the pumpkin hummus and the Duck Nest—they were highlights of the meal! However, I wouldn't recommend the squid rings or any of the deep-fried items, as they turned out soggy and not enjoyable."

Charlz Ng

What People Like

Legendary patatas bravas
Inventive tapas
Buzzing, authentic atmosphere

What People Dislike

Inconsistent service
Mediocre food quality for some dishes
Crowded and noisy

Frequently Asked Questions

While there are limited vegetarian options, some dishes are suitable. The quality of food is generally high.

Google Review

Yes, it's highly recommended to make a reservation well in advance as the bar is always packed.

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The Patatas Bravas are legendary, and the Carrot Cake is a highly recommended dessert.

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It's a lively, authentic, and traditional tapas bar, often crowded but filled with a great buzz.

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You might have to wait around 20 minutes for a table if you don't have a reservation.

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