Nestled in the picturesque Windermere, Tapios stands out as a must-visit tapas bar. With its inviting ambiance and delightful decor, guests are ushered into a Mediterranean escape, even in the heart of the Lake District. The consistent praise from patrons highlights the restaurant’s commitment to quality and service. Diners rave about the unforgettable white sangria and expertly crafted dishes such as Alitas De Pollo and Pinchos Morunos, which showcase a blend of flavors that dance on the palate. Reviewers like Miya Froude and Rebecca Brand emphasize the incredible taste and attentiveness of the staff, enriching the dining experience. One particularly insightful review from Alex Chilton captures the essence of Tapios. After a long quest for a table, he found solace in their warm embrace, appreciating not just the exquisite food but also the thoughtful presentation and care in preparation. Each tapas offering, from squid delicately cooked to full-flavored chicken, resonates with the quality ingredients used. Compliments also pour in for the vibrant dishes like Garlic Bread and Tzatziki, all prepared with a touch of culinary expertise. If you seek a warm atmosphere with splendid food, Tapios delivers an experience worth savoring, ensuring patrons leave with fond memories and plans to return.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Parking
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Tapios
Miya Froude
May 28,2025
Great service. Amazing food. 2nd visit and will be coming again. Lovely white sangria &prawns are especially lovely.
Rebecca Brand
Apr 29,2025
Food was delicious, customer service excellent , sangria amazing , lovely place to go and eat and drink!
Alex Chilton
Apr 22,2025
I found myself in Windemere, peak season and looking for a table for one. So many restaurants with "fully booked" signs up making my choice limited. The Tapios opened at 5pm and had several bookings waiting, but managed to get me in the early sitting. Well the stress melted away once I was seated. A wonderful ambiance, with subtle table and environment lighting, good decor and greenery making it feel as Mediterranean as you could in the soggy lake District. A good selection of tapas was on offer so a "one of each" approach seemed appropriate. Bit of meat, bit of fish, bit of veg. Squid, chicken, and mushrooms, which seemed a good combination. The service was great, a little small talk even though the restaurant was filling up, drinks arrived swiftly, and the tapas, shortly after. The squid was well cooked, not rubbery and with a light batter. The chicken was spicy, but not overly so and the small bed of salad had a high quality balsamic vinegar applied. The mushrooms had a fantastically Herby hot salsa with stringy cheese to complement. The bill was bought when asked and a great meal experience was had. I couldn't fault it so left a 25% tip. Because it was worth it. Great food, Great service, Great experience.
Courtney Mansell Ritchie
Mar 31,2025
Gorgeous meal, great ambiance and super service! First time having tapas and it didn’t disappoint!!
Marian Norman
Mar 3,2025
We had an excellent meal at this lovely restaurant last night. The service was quiet but very efficient, friendly with the right level of attention. We shared tapas and all of it was clearly cooked with care and attention and tasted delicious. This restaurant and its staff deserve excellent reviews.
kirsty lynch
Feb 24,2025
We arrived at 5ish without a booking and they were able to seat us promptly. We ordered about 2 or 3 dishes per person. The food came out in no particular order just when ready which was perfect as we were not sitting twiddling our thumbs and always had something in front of us. The food tasted amazing and the staff were so polite, we even tried the raspberry sangria which tasted phenomenal. It was our first time in Windermere and it was the best time ever.
Sharon Skinner
Feb 13,2025
Food was excellent. Staff were great and friendly.
G G
Feb 8,2025
OMG! This is the best of the best restaurants we had during this 4 days Windermere trip! Really really satisfying food, excellent service, convenient location, reasonable prices for tapas We got lucky today, get 2 people outside seats without booking. But strongly recommend to book avoid disappointments. Average price for a tapas is around 6-9. Parking is free along Windermere high street after 5pm. Definitely, definitely will come back next time we are in Windermere.
Reviews For Tapios