
Quick info
About Tinto Tapas Bar
Tinto Tapas Bar is a small tapas bar at 138 Battlefield Rd in Glasgow, where live acoustic guitar and Spanish conversational and quiz evenings give guests a chance to practise the language or join in a game as well as eat. The menu covers patatas bravas, croquettes and paella, alongside meatballs, mussels and pâté. A concert menu of three tapas is also offered, and a lunch option combines several tapas in one order. Reservations are required. The kitchen is open to view, so guests can watch the chefs at work.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tuesday £2.75 tapas deal, paella, patatas bravas and £20 three-tapas menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tuesday £2.75 tapas deal, paella, patatas bravas and £20 three-tapas menu.
Customer Review Summary
The complaints are specific and recurring. Critics describe bland, unseasoned dishes, with dry patatas bravas that were undercooked in another visit, burnt black and salty croquetas, and rubbery shrimp. One former regular found the paella tasted like frozen vegetables with microwaved rice and the pan con tomato was burnt toast. Portion size for the price comes up repeatedly, especially the three-dish concert menu, where one diner called most dishes a rip off apart from the seabass and prawns.
Customer Review Summary
The complaints are specific and recurring. Critics describe bland, unseasoned dishes, with dry patatas bravas that were undercooked in another visit, burnt black and salty croquetas, and rubbery shrimp. One former regular found the paella tasted like frozen vegetables with microwaved rice and the pan con tomato was burnt toast. Portion size for the price comes up repeatedly, especially the three-dish concert menu, where one diner called most dishes a rip off apart from the seabass and prawns.
Featured reviews
- Trisha Renner
“It was just ok. Staff were nice. Food. Wasn't great. Was very excited for the restaurant bc of reviews but it just wasnt great. Potato Brava not cooked all the way through and shrimp rubbery”
- Alan Colquhoun
“First and foremost upon entry I was meeted by a very happy and friendly happy staff member, who I later discovered was Talia, food was outstanding and service second to none, again Talia was very informative and attentive, actually knew our drinks and favourite staters as been in before which was class and skill in itself. After living in Malaga for a few years food is authentic and a great atmosphere. 1000% recommend”
- Louis Sanderson
“Sat in a few times for lunch when visiting Glasgow, friendly service and a good variety of tapas on offer. Very tidy lunch offer of a combination of tapas for a good price.”
- Matthew Dykes
“Would always recommend as a south side of Glasgow legend for food! Would recommend going on a Tuesday as pretty much all tapas dishes are £2.75 at the time or review (some come with a supplementary price). If going around dinner time, would suggest calling ahead to book a table as they are often busy!”
- Kirsty Corrigan
“Unsure if this has changed hands but we used to love coming here. Hadn’t been in over a year, and the food was horrific. All tasted like it was frozen. The paella was frozen veg bag and microwaveable rice. The tortilla was overcooked egg with full size mushrooms and carrots…the pan con tomato was burnt toast with pasta sauce spread on it. Genuinely terrible. Would not recommend. Server was lovely, but I wouldn’t suggest this place and will not be going back. Real shame as it used to be lovely.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Tiny tapas restaurant with live acoustic guitar as well as Spanish conversational and quiz evenings.”
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
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- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Planning· 3
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 4
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Bars near Tinto Tapas Bar
- Church on the Hill4.21,4300.3 mi
burgers, dog-friendly pub, beers on tap
- Queen's Park Cafe4.45110.5 mi£1–15Outdoor seatingWi-Fi
pint of Guinness, watching football on screens, beer garden seating
- The Corona Bar & Kitchen4.44020.6 miWheelchair accessible
vegan and gluten free options, large group bookings, six nations rugby screenings
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tinto Tapas BarReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.2557 | — | £20–30 | tuesday £2.75 tapas deal, paella, patatas bravas |
| Church on the Hill | 4.21,430 | 0.3 mi | — | burgers, dog-friendly pub, beers on tap |
| Queen's Park CafeOutdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.4511 | 0.5 mi | £1–15 | pint of Guinness, watching football on screens, beer garden seating |
| The Corona Bar & KitchenWheelchair accessible | 4.4402 | 0.6 mi | — | vegan and gluten free options, large group bookings, six nations rugby screenings |
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