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El Cerdo Bourne End, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire

El Cerdo Bourne End

4.6
4.6
327 Reviews
£25 and under
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Our Bourne End restaurant welcomes dogs to our side terrace only, to accommodate any guests that may have allergies. Please note this terrace is heated, but uncovered, and we are unfortunately unable to move guests with dogs inside the restaurant or on our from terrace in cases of poor weather. 

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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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

  • A Night with the Gypsy Kings Singer

    13 Dec 2024 only
    Join us on Friday 13th December from 7pm as we welcome The Gypsy Kings Singer to El Cerdo Bourne End! Pedro is a Spanish singer and guitarist who provides the perfect upbeat Spanish-themed night, with a promise of well-known latin classics and a lively performance! 🎵 You may remember him from our Maidenhead NYE celebrations in 2023, where he was incredibly popular, so he’s finally gracing Bourne End, too; you don’t want to miss this!
    A Night with the Gypsy Kings Singer photo
  • New Year's Eve at El Cerdo!

    £20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration at El Cerdo Bourne End as we welcome in 2025. As the clock strikes midnight, we invite you to raise your glass to the New Year with us. It’s our way of toasting to the past and embracing the future! With a welcome glass of Cava, live music from Max Curto, a delicious menu and more to come, it's the place to be once again this NYE! Whether you’re a regular or joining for the first time, our friendly ambiance and outstanding tapas will ensure you start 2025 on a high note! Full ticket price £95 per person. *A £20 deposit per person will be required to secure your booking. Refundable until 24th December. Cancellations beyond this date, or no shows, will be charged at full price.
    New Year's Eve at El Cerdo! photo
  • Jazz Sunday with Paul Moran and Paul Carmichael

    22 Dec 2024 only
    Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Jazz Sunday Lunches. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of musical enchantment, blending seamlessly with the tranquil backdrop of our picturesque views. Paul Moran has become one of the most prolific and sought after musicians of his generation. For more than a decade he was the Musical Director for Van Morrison, as well as working with a number of other household names (Tom Jones, Rick Astley, Tony Hadley, George Michael, Bette Midler, Michael Ball, and more!). Paul Carmichael is a seasoned bass player from iconic West End Musicals such as Les Misérables, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and Cats. Paul graced Trafalgar Square with his band Xtatic for the 2011 Royal Wedding
    Jazz Sunday with Paul Moran and Paul Carmichael photo

What 327 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Buckinghamshire

    Good for groups

  • Buckinghamshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Buckinghamshire

    Hot spot

  • Buckinghamshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Buckinghamshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Buckinghamshire

    Romantic

  • Buckinghamshire

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Cerdo Bourne End offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food, attentive service, and stunning views of the River Thames." Guests rave about the "vibrant atmosphere" and diverse menu, featuring tapas, gluten-free options, and delicious cocktails. While some note minor service hiccups, the overall ambiance and quality make it a must-visit.

327 Reviews
  1. Peter

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice selection of tapas and Spanish dishes. Got complimentary fizz as it was our anniversary. We went on a grey day in December but can imagine it would be a beautiful setting on a sunny day

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  2. Sonya

    London

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mid week yet service was upto the mark ! Chef was attentive. Lovely fresh food . Have an excellent bar tender. It is becoming a favourite!

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  3. John

    Buckinghamshire

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Great kitchen in a great location. Service is friendly, but inefficient.

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  4. Sonya

    London

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Booked the lunch , was very happy with the service, food and bar . The live music was a plus . Definitely will go back . The pork dishes and the signature Spanish potatoes were great .

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  5. Peter

    Buckinghamshire

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and good service in a nice location, what was not to like!

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  6. Anne

    Berkshire

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    El Cerdo Bourne End is a very nice restaurant. Food was good and service excellent.

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  7. Lesley

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely venue with views Welcoming and we felt valued customers
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 20 November 2024
    Hi Lesley, 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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  8. Nigel

    Buckinghamshire

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Completely over priced! Disorganised feel to the restaurant Terrific location We were going to book a family evening there but won’t now as hugely disappointed.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 20 November 2024
    Hi Nigel, Thank you for visiting us recently, we are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We have spoken with the restaurant manager, who has confirmed that no issues were raised by yourself on this occasion. Had you have raised this on the night, the team would have been able to deal with this promptly. We frequently receive positive reviews on our food service, so we're sorry you felt we fell short. We have passed your feedback on to our Area Manager, who will be in contact with you to discuss your concerns. In regard to your comments on price, we continually monitor this with our surrounding competitors and other tapas restaurants, to ensure we remain competitive and within the same price range as others. We truly hope that you will return, El Cerdo Team

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  9. Peter

    Buckinghamshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tapas, cava and as a special treat - live Spanish guitar music... Made it a very special evening. Highly recommend El Cerdo.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 20 November 2024
    Hi Peter, 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 that you enjoyed our food, Cava, and the wonderful music from the Gypsy Kings Singer, and we look forward to serving you again soon. El Cerdo Team

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  10. Jenny

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a gem of a place. We ate there as a family of five. The staff were so warm, attentive and welcoming and the food was great. We will definitely be back.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on 11 November 2024
    Hi Jenny, 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 us. We look forward to seeing you again and making every visit as enjoyable as the last! El Cerdo Team

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FAQs

El Cerdo Bourne End is rated 4.6 stars by 327 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Cerdo Bourne End

Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5RP

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
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