Almendro 13 is a charming taberna (tavern) for traditional Spanish tapas with an emphasis on quality rather than frilly elaborations. Cured meats, cheeses and omelettes dominate the menu. It serves both raciones (full-plate) and half-sized plates – a full ración of the famously good huevos rotos (‘broken eggs’) served with jamón and thin potato slices is a meal in itself.
The only problem is that the wait for a table requires the patience of a saint, so order a wine or manzanilla (dry sherry) and soak up the buzz.