El Cerdo Bourne End

Name: El Cerdo Bourne End
Address: Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, SL8 5RP
Telephone: 01628 527098
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

113 Reviews

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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Welcome to El Cerdo Bourne End!

Spanish tapas doesn’t compromise on passion or flavour. Every dish at El Cerdo is crafted to be a unique experience that brings friends and family together.

Please note, all table bookings are for two hours. However, later table bookings from 7:30pm onwards are given the table until close.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

5 Dec 2023

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–20:00 Lunch Thu 12:00–15:00 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–23:30
Phone number
01628 527098
Website
https://elcerdo.co.uk/bourne-end
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5RP
Area
Bourne End
Parking Details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas at El Cerdo
£45.00 per person
14 Nov - 24 Dec 2023
At El Cerdo, the holiday season is a time for warmth, togetherness, and savoring the flavors of Spain. We are thrilled to welcome you to our enchanting Christmas celebration, where authentic Spanish traditions meet the cozy atmosphere of our tapas restaurants. Whether you're dining with your significant other, or a gathering with your closest friends and family, our Christmas menus are designed to delight both couples and groups of 4+. Our carefully crafted dishes are meant to be savoured together, creating unforgettable moments and cherished memories. Please note: Our Christmas menu is unfortunately is not available for groups of 3. A deposit of £10pp will be required to secure your booking. We require 48 hours notice for cancellations.
A Night with Max Curto Live
15 Dec 2023 only
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music and exquisite Spanish tapas at El Cerdo in Bourne End. We are thrilled to present Max Curto, a renowned Jazz and Swing singer, who will be gracing our restaurant once again with his mesmerising vocals on December 15th. Max Curto’s musical journey has taken him to some of the most iconic venues in London, as well as enchanting locations along the Amalfi coast and throughout Italy. But the excitement doesn't end there! After Max's performance, the dance floor comes alive with a thrilling disco that will keep the energy high all night long! Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Max Curto’s live performance at El Cerdo!
New Year's Eve at El Cerdo
£110.00 per person
31 Dec 2023 only
Immerse yourself in enchanting displays by the Bowler Hatted Magician, and the soulful tunes of live singer Max Curto. Dance into the early hours with our lively disco and, as the clock strikes midnight, join us in raising a toast to the end of 2023 and the start of 2024. To celebrate our first new year, our 2023 theme is “All that Glitters is Gold“! Please join us in dressing for the occasion, whether it’s a glittery dress, a sparkly top or even a gold bowtie! View the menus here: www.elcerdo.co.uk/new-years-eve

What 113 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Buckinghamshire
Best Overall
Buckinghamshire
Best Food
Buckinghamshire
Best Service
Buckinghamshire
Best Ambience
Buckinghamshire
Best Value
Buckinghamshire
Great for brunch
Buckinghamshire
Innovative
Buckinghamshire
Good for groups
Buckinghamshire
Great for fine wines
Buckinghamshire
Great for outdoor dining
Buckinghamshire
Good for special occasions
Buckinghamshire
Lively
Buckinghamshire
Most Booked

113 Reviews

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Micky
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food. Brilliant service. Will definitely be taken other friends there.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 1 day ago
Hi Micky, Thank you so much for your positive review of our restaurant! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us, and we look forward to serving you again soon. El Cerdo Team
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johneil
Buckinghamshire
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience4
We appreciated being recognised as previous clients. Service was excellent. A big improvement on an earlier visit. Food was first class with an aubergine dish being especially outstanding.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 1 day ago
Hi Johneil, Thank you for your wonderful review of our restaurant! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us, and your positive feedback means the world to our team. We look forward to seeing you again and making every visit as enjoyable as the last! El Cerdo Team
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AntonyW
Buckinghamshire
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal with you and will be back again.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 4 days ago
Hi AntonyW, Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review of our restaurant. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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PeterB
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great tapas, served very quickly and very tasty. Loved the gambas and steak! Great service and very friendly staff.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 27 November 2023
Hi PeterB, We are incredibly grateful for your glowing review of our restaurant. Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us and motivate our team to keep delivering exceptional dining experiences. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another delightful meal! El Cerdo Team
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SueM
Berkshire
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 25 November 2023
overall2food4service1ambience2
Lovely food let down by service plus external seating lacked ambience. Quite costly for what we received. Broken glasses, didn’t receive all food ordered without reminder, requests not pursued and bill was a disaster
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 5 days ago
Hi SueM, Thank you for choosing to dine with us recently, we apologise that the experience was not what you had expected. We have spoken to the restaurant manager, and we are aware that our waitress accidentally dropped a glass at your table. I understand the dishes were all delivered to your table, but there was a delay with one of these. You are correct, there were issues with the bill at the end of your meal. We are extremely sorry for the issues and our General Manager is going to contact you directly to rectify this experience. We truly do hope to see you soon, El Cerdo Team.
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EriskaandIschia
Manchester
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 25 November 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
We had a wonderful evening at El Cerdo last Saturday! We had a chef's selection menu at £35.00 per person. The service provided by your staff was top notch and the food excellent--our only wish would have been for the amount of food received to be a bit more substantial.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 5 days ago
Hi ErikaandIschia, Thank you for visiting us recently, it was lovely to host your group. We are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time with us, and that you enjoyed our food. Our sharing menu is designed to work out at 2-3 dishes per person, which is what we would generally suggest to our guests dining A La Carte. We are always happy to accept additional dish orders from parties who opt from the sharing menu, if they feel they would like more. We hope to see you again soon for another exceptional dining experience! El Cerdo Team
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MattC
Buckinghamshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, attentive but not overbearing. A request for a change of seating was accommodated with no drama. Food was excellent Stongly recommend for casual dining or social occasion.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 November 2023
Hi MattC, We are thrilled to receive your glowing review of our restaurant! Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us. Thank you for choosing us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delightful dining experience! El Cerdo Team
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steve
Oxford
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another visit this time with friends who had not been there before. The 4 of us enjoyed a great meal with the food again of a very high standard. Our friends were impressed and it was great to see the place really busy which made for a great ambience.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 November 2023
Hi Steve, Thank you for your wonderful review of our restaurant! We’re delighted to hear that you and your guests enjoyed your experience with us, and your positive feedback means the world to our team. We look forward to seeing you again and making every visit as enjoyable as the last! El Cerdo Team
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Angela
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food in lovely environment. Service was excellent, house wine really lovely and great value.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 13 November 2023
Hi Angela, Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review of our restaurant. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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Betsie
London
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2023
overall3food4service3ambience1
Good food and quiet for a Saturday night. It was a cold evening and although we were located in the main part of the restaurant we were inline with open doors leading to the balcony and consequently in a cold draft which rather spoilt our visit. I would suggest additional heating or move the very few people on the balcony into the main restaurant.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 20 November 2023
Hi Betsie, Thank you for visiting us recently, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the food! We are disappointed to hear that you experienced a draft from the terrace on this occasion. We would have been more than happy to move you at the time, had you informed us about this. Our guests regularly request tables on the terrace, as they love the panoramic views of the Marina. We will discuss this feedback with our General Manager, and bear your comments in mind for future guests dining with us. We do hope to see you soon! El Cerdo Team
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SCle
Oxford
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great tapas and a nice ambiance. Particularly enjoyed the aubergine
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DarrenH
Buckinghamshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time here. The service was good as was the food. All timed with perfection. Had a lovely time and would look to return.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 13 November 2023
Hi DarrenH, Thank you for your wonderful review of our restaurant! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us, and your positive feedback means the world to our team. We look forward to seeing you again and making every visit as enjoyable as the last! El Cerdo Team
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CharlieT
Oxford
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice venue, very attentive and welcoming in a professional but relaxed manner. Delicious food. Will definitely look forward to return in the summer time to take advantage of the outdoor seating and views over the river.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 13 November 2023
Hi CharlieT, We are thrilled to receive your glowing review of our restaurant! Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us. Thank you for choosing us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delightful dining experience! El Cerdo Team
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MarkI
Edinburgh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good service and food, only negative was a big delay between some dishes coming to the table. Potatoes Bravas came instantly and the steak took another 30 min...
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 November 2023
Hi Mark, Thank you for dining with us recently. We are sorry to hear that you were not satisfied with the time between the arrival of your dishes. As is the nature of tapas dining, our dishes are served from the kitchen to your table when they are ready, meaning that some may arrive before others, as was the case on your visit. We are glad, however, to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us overall, and we hope to see you back soon! El Cerdo Team
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MoiraK
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food, amazing staff, fantastic location and a seasonal cocktail to die for - what’s not to love!! I would highly recommend this gem of a tapas restaurant for all of the above plus amazing value food - the squid ink risotto, pork cheeks, grilled broccoli and prawns were a highlight - desserts amazing - we’ll be back x
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 7 November 2023
Hi MoiraK, We are absolutely delighted to read your glowing review of our restaurant! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. Your kind words motivate and inspire our team to continue delivering exceptional service and memorable dining moments. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another fantastic meal! El Cerdo Team
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Mims
Newcastle
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 November 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent, staff knowledgeable of dishes. We were 4 adults 2 male 2 female we had shared 12 dishes to share and that was more than enough for all us. You don't have to share 2 to 3 dishes os enough for o e person
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 7 November 2023
Hi Mims, Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review of our restaurant. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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EsJcWt
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great service. Was a beautiful place!
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HelenB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Four adults and a baby had a pleasant lunch here on a Saturday. All good.
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Shaz
Berkshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, everything was excellent and we will definitely book again
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StephanieR
Buckinghamshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Weekday lunch - very quiet (after they had offered to turn down the music for us). Very pleasant service with just the right level of chattiness. Delicious tapas. My only gripe would be that, to go to the loo, a disabled person has to borrow a key, go outside and downstairs in the lift, struggle with a very stiff lock (difficult with arthritic fingers), and take the key back upstairs before leaving.
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Ellen
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Very friendly and attentive service, very good selection in tapas and drinks. change to the even better
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CeliaD
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great location, great food, good service, lovely wine. a lovely evening all in all.
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MaggieY
Berkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful experience, food was inspired, service was brilliant. Staff are very passionate about their food and extremely knowledgeable. Portion sizes are good too.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 31 October 2023
Hi MaggieY, Thank you for visiting us recently! Your recent review has brightened our day, especially your kind words about our passionate staff. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at our restaurant, and we will be sure to pass on your appreciation to our hardworking team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another exceptional dining experience soon! El Cerdo Team
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Local
Berkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, good sized portions, great atmosphere. I will be back.
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Hayley
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you so much to all the staff at El Cerdo for making my best friends 70th birthday last night. You went above & beyond, so much appreciated. The service was perfect, the food sublime. We really had a great night and will definitely be back.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 31 October 2023
Hi Hayley, Firstly a happy belated birthday to your friend! Thank you for choosing to celebrate this occasion with us. We are absolutely delighted to read your glowing review of our restaurant! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. Your kind words motivate and inspire our team to continue delivering exceptional service and memorable dining moments. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another fantastic meal! El Cerdo Team
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Froula
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 26 October 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Nice atmosphere and service. The dishes were tasteful but some of them in my point of view overpriced.
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Luisa
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was excellent and location was superb. Felt very welcome
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 31 October 2023
Hi Luisa, Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review of our restaurant. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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doogiedoo
Tampa
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding as always. Authentic food and excellent service.
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Liza
Buckinghamshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Modern nd spacious setting with a good atmosphere. Staff were really lovely and helpful and the food was amazing! We had a great night!
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 October 2023
Hi Liza, We want to express our sincere gratitude for your wonderful review of our restaurant! Your positive feedback truly brightened our day and reaffirms our commitment to providing excellent dining experiences. We can’t wait to have the pleasure of serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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JP123
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a selection of plates to share between the 4 of us. Absolutely delicious. Beautifully presented. Great service. Gorgeous decor. The naranja dessert was very unusual but absolutely delicious. Birthday boy was given a surprise almond tart dessert on the house - lovely touch.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 October 2023
HI JP123, Thank you for choosing to celebrate this birthday with us! We are incredibly grateful for your glowing review of our restaurant. Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us and motivate our team to keep delivering exceptional dining experiences. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another delightful meal! El Cerdo Team
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Fountain82
Surrey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and great service - highly recommended!
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NickO
Cheshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
First time there, good food promptly served, excellent service, nice surroundings, will go again.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 October 2023
Hi NickO, Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review of our restaurant. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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CarolineB
Buckinghamshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed our tapas at el cerdo last night. Our waitress was exceptional and the food was really delicious. Would recommend and will definitely return!
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 October 2023
Hi CarolineB, Thank you for visiting us recently! Your recent review has brightened our day, especially your kind words about our waitress. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at our restaurant, and we will be sure to pass on your appreciation to our hardworking team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another exceptional dining experience soon! El Cerdo Team
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Deebel
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 20 October 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Lovely setting overlooking the river Thames/Bourne End marina. Warm welcome and prompt taking of our drinks order. Chose 5 dishes. All tasted good although the tortilla with prawns was a little dense/heavy. Bit of a bother to peel prawns as they were small. Staff attentive but not intrusive. Would recommend to friends and will be back!
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 23 October 2023
Hi Deebel, Thank you so much for your positive review of our restaurant! We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled that you had a great dining experience with us. I will be sure to pass on your comments re: the tortilla and the prawns to the kitchen team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! El Cerdo Team
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DesmondF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 October 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Friendly staff, really tasty tapas, great location by the Thames. Looking forward to returning in the light to check out the views and enjoy another great meal.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 20 October 2023
Hi DesmondF, We are thrilled to receive your glowing review of our restaurant! Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us. Thank you for choosing us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delightful dining experience! El Cerdo Team
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MarkW
Berkshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. Definitely better value than the tapas restaurant it replaced.
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Miker
Berkshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 14 October 2023
overall4food3service3ambience3
Food was ok Service was very slow , but once reminded of things Nice place but lacking so atmosphere
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SarahL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and a lovely atmosphere, perfect for celebrating our daughter’s birthday! Highly recommend a visit here, we will be back!
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 16 October 2023
Hi SarahL, Thank you for choosing to celebrate your daughter's birthday with us! We are incredibly grateful for your glowing review of our restaurant. Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us and motivate our team to keep delivering exceptional dining experiences. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another delightful meal! El Cerdo Team
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Vincent
Buckinghamshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was attentive and warm. The food was excellent and delicious. If they could do paella, that would be wonderful. The river view was beautiful and a romantic scene to behold in the evening. Highly recommended. Will definitely go again.
El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 16 October 2023
Hi Vincent, We want to express our sincere gratitude for your wonderful review of our restaurant! Your positive feedback truly brightened our day and reaffirms our commitment to providing excellent dining experiences. We can’t wait to have the pleasure of serving you again soon! El Cerdo Team
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 October 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
fabulous time - incredible flavours - friendly staff - thank you
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El Cerdo Bourne End is rated 4.7 stars by 113 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

5 Dec 2023

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5RP

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Bourne End
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–20:00 Lunch Thu 12:00–15:00 Dinner Wed, Thu 17:00–23:30
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://elcerdo.co.uk/bourne-end
Phone number
01628 527098

El Cerdo Bourne End

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Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas at El Cerdo

A Night with Max Curto Live

New Year's Eve at El Cerdo

Menu

What 113 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

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