Santiago's Tapas Cardiff is an authentic Spanish and Cuban restaurant in the heart of Cardiff. Specialising in Tapas, this independent, family run business offers a genuine Latin dining experience.
We use the finest Spanish and local ingredients and produce. Come and enjoy the Spanish hospitality at Santiago’s.
Santiago's Tapas Cardiff reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.0
4 based on recent ratings
4.1Food
4.2Service
4Ambience
4Value
Noise • Energetic
Loved For
South Wales
Great for brunch
South Wales
Good for groups
South Wales
Healthy
South Wales
Neighborhood gem
South Wales
Great for fine wines
South Wales
Romantic
South Wales
Vegetarian-friendly
Cardiff City & County
Best Value
Cardiff City & County
Great for brunch
Cardiff City & County
Good for business meals
Cardiff City & County
Kid-friendly
Cardiff City & County
Good for groups
Cardiff City & County
Healthy
Cardiff City & County
Neighborhood gem
Cardiff City & County
Great for fine wines
Cardiff City & County
Romantic
Cardiff City & County
Vegetarian-friendly
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Santiago's Tapas Cardiff is celebrated for its "delicious" food, "amazing" gluten-free options, and "exceptional" service. The restaurant offers a "great atmosphere" and "friendly staff," making it a top choice for tapas lovers. While some find the experience inconsistent, many praise the "reasonable prices" and "authentic Spanish taste."
830 Reviews
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Mark
South Wales1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
Food was lovely, service was excellent , very friendly
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Kristian
South Wales1 review
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 2
Ambience 3
Wasn’t cheap, overall food was ok but could have been much better for the price, slow staff service….
Bill had a service charge which really wasn’t worth £6 tip….
Unfortunately we probably won’t go back :(
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charles
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 28, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food and portion sizes
Will definitely revisit
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Caitlyn
South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
super yummy! delicious! best tapas in cardiff! yum yum yum
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Karen
South Wales4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had a great night out here as a couple. The service was exceptional - they let me change the allocated table, let us try the wine and didn't push us into rushing our evening. We ordered and eat in stages, which meant we didn't over order and waste any food (or money!) All dishes were delicious. Would definitely come back.
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Brian
South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fantastic welcome and great food at very good prices
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Karen
South Wales3 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
Overall 3
Food 4
Service 2
Ambience 4
We love Santiago’s for it’s food and have never had cause to complain before now. On this occasion the service was lacking. It was great until we had received our main food then we couldn’t get the waitress to come to us after that so we gave up and went to the bar for the bill. We sat there for quite a long time before giving up and other customers around us did the same thing. We would’ve had dessert and another round of drinks but their loss. My husband caught her eye but she didn’t come near us.
It won’t stop us visiting again but I hope they’ll take note
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Aneirin
South Wales1 review
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
We had just the most amazing time at this restaurant! The food was oh good quality but still kept the home cooked feeling. Service was quick and attentive. Would recommend to everyone!
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Katie
South Wales1 review
4.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 2
Great food and service but so many fruit flies and women’s toilets out of service 😫😫😫
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Sally
South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Lovely staff and amazing food! We will definitely go again!
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FAQs
Santiago's Tapas Cardiff is rated 4 stars by 830 OpenTable diners.
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