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El Ganso CafeA-
59 Broadway Market, London E8 4PH
· Spanish restaurant, Cafe
· Hackney
Lively Spanish-leaning cafe-tapas spot on Broadway Market with warm service, tasty small plates, and popular brunch; pricing adds up with tapas and it gets loud.
Our take
El Ganso Cafe delivers solid A-grade performance through exceptional food quality and outstanding service attentiveness, with strong loyalty and recent positive momentum. The tight seating during peak hours and modest interior design prevent grade A territory, though the prime market location and warm, buzzing atmosphere make it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants.
One caveat: Pricing can escalate with multiple tapas plates; expect roughly £50 per person at dinner with drinks
Standout dishes
- Gambas al Ajillo (garlic prawns)
- Paella (Valenciana / squid ink variants mentioned historically)
- Croquettes
What people love
- Welcoming staff who personalize celebrations
- Garlicky prawns and crisp croquettes
- Brunch plates with a twist like Turkish eggs
Opening Hours
Monday09:00–22:30
Tuesday09:00–22:30
Wednesday09:00–22:30
Thursday09:00–22:30
Friday09:00–23:30
Saturday08:00–23:30
Sunday08:00–22:30
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