In Spain, tapas are a traditional accompaniment to cerveza or sangria. Whether you call them pintxos, tapas or ración… In Spain, tapas are a veritable institution. It’s the culinary expression of a country where sharing, conviviality and human warmth are the watchwords. True to its reputation as a city of the South-West, in Toulouse too, tapas restaurants and bars abound. In addition to the traditional Spanish tapas, the flavors of these little appetizers can be endlessly varied. French tapas, Japanese tapas, Mexican tapas… Discover our ultimate guide to the best tapas bars in Toulouse. ¡Buen provecho!
La Mesa de Lola, a benchmark among Toulouse tapas bars
For over 20 years, this benchmark of Spanish gastronomy has been delighting Toulouse locals! A friendly, original atmosphere, Spanish music in the background, but above all, unbeatable tapas! Cuttlefish, eggplant, chorizo, pan peppers anchovies, tortilla… The most famous Iberian appetizers prepared before your very eyes a la plancha! At La Mesa de Lola, come as a group and enjoy a superb assortment of tapas accompanied by a homemade sangría.
📍 23, Rue du Général Jean Compans – 31500 Toulouse
Le Délicatessen, cocktails, craft beers and tapas
A must for every self-respecting tapas lover! Every evening on the terrace from 5pm, don’t miss Happy Hour until 7:30pm on all shooters! Croquetas, tartines, brochettes, guacamole dips, nems and samoussas… Délicatessen offers a varied and appetizing selection. Now, the hardest part is choosing!
📍 11, Rue Pierre-Paul Riquet – 31000 Toulouse
Le Vasco, discovering the flavors of the world
📍 1, Place de l’Estrapade – 31300 Toulouse
Wallace Café: tapas, wine and friends
There’s a reason why tapas rhymes with Wallace! The Wallace Café credo is “Wine and friends”. And what’s more, it’s got a – big – terrace! Depending on your tastes, you can opt for traditional tapas (croque canard-magret, saucisse de Toulouse aux cèpes), typical Spanish (jamon ibérico with pan con tomate, potato churros with chorizo) or more exotic (mi-cuit de thon rouge au soja).
📍15, Place Saint-Georges – 31000 Toulouse
La Centrale, an exceptional natural setting
This multi-level restaurant/grill bar is located in the heart of the greenery on the Ile du Ramier. It’s the perfect spot to relax and escape the stress of the city center, with good music in the background. With its vintage beach hut style, La Centrale also hosts all kinds of events. Dress-downs, concerts, screenings, workshops… And don’t forget the mouth-watering brunches every Sunday!
📍Allées Fernand Jourdant – 31400 Toulouse
L’Extrapade, good humor and sunshine on your plate
A speciality of the Spanish Basque country, pintxos are in the spotlight at L’Extrapade! This variety of tapas is usually served on a slice of bread. The perfect appetizer for an aperitif with friends, which will take you to the far-flung lands of Bilbao and San Sebastián.
📍 6, Place de l’Estrapade – 31300 Toulouse
BOCA DOS, Toulouse’s most Spanish tapas restaurant
They made a name for themselves with Les montaditos, those typically Spanish mini-sandwiches you can fill to your heart’s content. After such success, they opened BOCA DOS, an address specializing in Spanish tapas to be enjoyed with a cerveza, vermut or tinto de verano. Not forgetting the famous tortilla and Manchego or Serrano cones. 100% fresh Spanish products, just for you!
L’atelier de l’Echarpe, artistic bites to share
L’Atelier de l’Echarpe specializes in late-afternoon snacks in a modern downtown setting. Platters of charcuterie or cheese, nuggets, croque-monsieur, plancha de la mer, and above all the famous burgers from the workshop! Quality products, simply prepared for elegant, appetizing dishes.
📍 8, Rue de l’Echarpe – 31000 Toulouse
La Casa Xurry, a typically Spanish tapas bar in Toulouse
It doesn’t get much better than a Spanish atmosphere for a tapas bar. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at Casa Curry, just a stone’s throw from the Capitole. Founded by Sandrine (Basque) and Cyril (Catalan), the place is warm and friendly, just like our southern culture. Fresh, seasonal produce and homemade dishes… This is also the basis for the typically Spanish tapas and pinchos served on Thursday and Friday evenings, and all day Saturday. Olé!
📍 2, rue Rivals – 31000 Toulouse
Le Quartier Latin, a friendly tapas bar in Toulouse
In the Carmes district of Toulouse, the bar Le Quartier Latin offers an unmissable aperitif experience. Every Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 7pm, customers can enjoy free, delicious pintxos to accompany their cold beers. Open since 1997, the establishment offers a variety of gourmet specialties such as Basque pâté, chipirons with chorizo and pulpo gallega, in a festive and generous atmosphere typical of the South!
1, place Rouaix – 31000 Toulouse