Reservations · Outdoor seating
Inventive Spanish tapas with standout seafood and foie gras, lively vibe, and generally strong service, but small space, variable hospitality, and premium pricing require the right expectations.
Andanza delivers exceptional food quality with standout dishes like squid-ink rice and tender octopus, supported by strong service attentiveness and stylish plating and design. However, inconsistent seasoning and execution combined with tight seating that compromises comfort prevent grade A territory. The restaurant excels as a destination for Spanish tapas lovers willing to embrace its intimate, bustling character.
Tucked just off London Bridge, Andanza hums with a warm, lively energy and tightly packed tables where plates arrive with polished presentation. Service often feels engaging and efficient, with one diner noting, "staff paced our courses just right," though occasional lapses in attentiveness still pop up. Seating can be snug, but the room’s stylish, buzzy vibe suits casual dates and friendly catch-ups. The cooking leans modern Spanish with confident flourishes—think foie with sherry, inky black rice, and tender octopus—so the culinary approach is contemporary and ingredient-led rather than purely traditional. Highlights mentioned again and again include the squid-ink rice, crab pintxo, and the tortilla, with a chorus of praise for presentation and depth of flavor. A few plates run salt-forward or oily, and seasoning can vary, but when it hits, it is deeply satisfying. Families can make it work if kids like simple, familiar bites: tortilla and bravas are easy wins, and the mini burger with manchego helps too. Much of the menu leans toward adult palates (anchovies, octopus, foie), so picky eaters might prefer the simpler dishes. Space is tight and peak-time noise rises, so earlier visits suit younger diners best.
Area: Urban, lively and office-heavy by day with after-work crowd; mixed with tourists due to proximity to London Bridge and Borough Market.
Safety: Generally safe and well-trafficked; occasional pickpocketing risk outdoors noted by staff reminders to mind belongings.
Nearby: Near London Bridge Station, Borough Market, and Bermondsey Street dining strip; strong bar and restaurant mix.
Available: Reservations, Outdoor seating
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