Iberica

Spanish Restaurant in Canary Wharf
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9 / 10 from 2 reviews
Address
12 Cabot Square
Canary Wharf
London
E14 4QQ
Map
Telephone
020 7636 8650
Cuisine
Spanish
Region
Canary Wharf
Nearest Station
Heron Quays
0.08 miles
Opening Times
Monday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Tuesday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Wednesday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Thursday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Friday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Saturday Open 11:15 - Closes 23:15
Sunday Open 10:00 - Closes 18:00

Our second London location, Iberica Canary Wharf continues our signature style of traditional Spanish cuisine with a contemporary twist designed by Nacho Manzano, Executive Chef of two Michelin Star, Casa Marcial.
Lazaro Rosa Violan, of renowned Barcelona based Comtemporain Studios has created a modern design with quintessential elements of Spanish culture woven throughout the space. The open kitchen has been cleverly incorporated into the design to allow diners to observe the chefs in action and experience the energy of a busy service.
The Bar area has a selection of Spain‚s best beers and spirits and the Delicatessen offers Jamon Iberico denominacion de origenes hand carved to order.

All In London Review

Second Iberica branch has exciting twists on classic Spanish dishes

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Nacho Manzano and Cesar Garcia opened the first Iberica on Great Portland Street, on the back of their success at the two Michelin starred Casa Marcial in Asturias, northern Spain. The second branch opened in Canary Wharf in late 2011, and the Asturian influence is still very obvious here in dishes like fabada Asturiana (my most hated school lunch when growing up in Spain, but now a favourite, particularly when the meat to bean ratio is more than double), however the menu leaps into exciting new territory. Take the chickpea puree with chorizo, pancetta and tomato salad, a twist on the “cocido de garbanzos” or traditional chickpea stew, which elevates this leftovers classic to luxurious fare, with each mouthful seemingly creamier than the last.

There’s a naughty take on an omelette with blue Cabrales cheese mixed in with scrambled eggs and caramelized onions; alioli is flavoured with fishy sea urchin and paired with pickled white asparagus and artichoke hearts. A mini burger is made from juicy pork loin and topped with a green Piparra pepper, served with a pot of sweet mustard – not average tapas bar food by any stretch, but it’s pretty damn fantastic.

There are the obligatory platters of cold meats, with Jabugo ham, cured pork loin and chorizo, all robust flavours, and the cheese selection, which includes a rosemary-infused Manchego. Croquetas of ham and cheese are perfectly golden and crisp on the outside, soft and creamy in the middle.

Then we try the gazpacho, which substitutes tomato for red berries and beetroot, and has anchovies and a dollop of ice cream. This really shouldn’t work, but it’s a triumphant blend of salty, sweet and rich.

The “tarta de la abuela”, or “grandmother’s tart”, is a brilliant combo of chocolate mousse, vanilla and crumble, while the rice pudding has been crossed with a crème brulee as it has a hard, caramelised layer on top, as well as hints of citrus.

In-keeping with most of the restaurants in Canary Wharf, Iberica is super-sized, with an impossibly high ceiling, and bullfighting posters and bull’s heads adorn the walls. Wine bottles are stacked up high, and the entirely Spanish selection has vintages targeted at local expense accounts (there is a 2008 Pingus Tempranillo that costs £1115!) as well as more modest options starting from £23. The tapas average £5 to £8 a dish, so the bill depends on how hungry you are. We’ll be back, having made a mental note to try the chorizo lollipops with pear alioli and the confit of Segovian suckling pig.

Reviewed by Leila
Published on May 11, 2012


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When you’re having a party at a restaurant, tapas are the ideal food. Iberica’s menu is influenced by the cuisine of Asturias in northern Spain, and if you like wine there are over 50 Spanish varieties on offer. The mezzanine level at the Canary Wharf branch is especially suitable for big gatherings.

User Reviews

Sara
from Jones

May 3, 2012

I love this place! I have been a few times & I went again earlier this week. They had completely refurbished it - so beautiful. In my view, the food is still the best tapas you can get in London and I bring my wine lover friends because they have wines I haven't seen here before. Try the gazpacho!

Name: Sara
Location: Jones
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