El Patio Chico
A vibrant Spanish restaurant offering a unique fusion of flavors with beautifully presented dishes and attentive service.
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El Patio Chico
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Must-see attractions
A vibrant Spanish restaurant offering a unique fusion of flavors with beautifully presented dishes and attentive service.
"Absolutely outstanding food quality and impeccable service on a busy night!"
Try the Daily Menu
Opt for the Menu del Día for great value at €13.50, including 2 courses and a drink before 4 PM.
Share Tapas
Dine in a group and share various delicious tapas options to experience a wider range of flavors.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Spanish, Tapas, Mediterranean
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+34 965 06 70 08
Address
C. Canónigo Torres, 5, 03181 Torrevieja, Alicante, Spain
Website
elpatiochico.net/Highlights
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Fusion Flavors and Beautiful Presentation
Experience unique fusion influences with artfully presented dishes, including an exceptional prawn salad and a delightful banana dessert.
Tapas Selection & Value
Savor a variety of delicious and well-presented tapas dishes, perfect for sharing in groups. The Menu del Día offers great value.
Attentive and Welcoming Service
Enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere with attentive, English-speaking staff who provide slick and effortless service.
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Try the Daily Menu
Opt for the Menu del Día for great value at €13.50, including 2 courses and a drink before 4 PM.
Share Tapas
Dine in a group and share various delicious tapas options to experience a wider range of flavors.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Consider visiting during less busy times to potentially avoid service delays, as noted by some diners.
Explore Nearby Amenities
Enjoy the restaurant's large patio area or pool table for added entertainment before or after your meal.
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Try the Daily Menu
Opt for the Menu del Día for great value at €13.50, including 2 courses and a drink before 4 PM.
Share Tapas
Dine in a group and share various delicious tapas options to experience a wider range of flavors.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Consider visiting during less busy times to potentially avoid service delays, as noted by some diners.
Explore Nearby Amenities
Enjoy the restaurant's large patio area or pool table for added entertainment before or after your meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
El Patio Chico is highly recommended for its excellent food quality, beautiful presentation, and attentive service. Diners praise the unique fusion influences in the Spanish cuisine, particularly highlighting the prawn salad and desserts. While the atmosphere is generally lauded, some note that visiting during busy hours might lead to slight delays in service.
"Amazing food, amazing service! Didn’t book a table but they still got us a nice table. Amazing drinks! :) Very nice waiter, David! Recommended!"
Celena Solli
"I highly recommend it! Pleasant atmosphere, beautiful presentation of the dishes, large and delicious portions. The Ensalada de Langostinos y Aguacate was exceptional, both in presentation and taste."
Alexandra Andreea Chersunaru
"We had a lovely evening here. Great to try some interesting and tasty tapas. Service was slick and effortless. Highly recommend."
Graeme Milligan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, sharing tapas is recommended for groups, allowing everyone to try a variety of delicious options.
Yes, the waiters are English-speaking, and the menu is available in both Spanish and English.
The Menu del Día offers a great value set meal with 2 courses and a drink, available before 4 PM.
Diners highly recommend the prawn salad with guacamole and the banana dessert. Many also rave about the tapas.
The restaurant is often busy, especially in the evenings and on weekends. Booking in advance is advisable.
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A family friend restaurant that caters for everyone who walks through the doors. With a warm & welcoming experience, everyone will be able to taste the variety of tapas and meals all at a reasonable price. With a large patio and a pool table, this restaurant offers an excellent menu of day that is not to be missed.
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Restaurant El Patio Chico is a restaurant that is almost always full. It’s usually a good sign when the locals use a restaurant, for it suggests about the quality of the service and food. Here they serve a lot of good Spanish food of very high quality at a nice price.
The Torrevieja Tapas Experience
Nearby is El Patio Chico which is popular for its prawn and mussel dishes. There’s a good selection of tapas on offer or you can go for a full-blown three-course meal. The tapas are delicious so it’s great to share a few dishes if there are a few of you.
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El Patio Chico – A charming local eatery that focuses on fresh, simple dishes, including delicious seafood and grilled meats.
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