Authentic Spanish Restaurant in Harborne, Birmingham
Experience the vibrant flavours of Spain right on Harborne High Street. El Buen Gusto offers a traditional Spanish dining experience, from sizzling tapas to rich paella and a curated wine list – all just minutes from Birmingham’s bustling city centre.
For bookings of 6 or more please call us directly on 01217962646 for our availability for bigger parties.
Bringing Spain to Birmingham – One Dish at a Time
At El Buen Gusto, we’re proud to be your local, independent Spanish restaurant in Harborne. Originally founded by a Spanish family and now lovingly maintained by a passionate team, we bring traditional Iberian dishes to life using quality ingredients and warm hospitality. Whether it’s a weekday meal, a weekend celebration, or a glass of sangria with friends, we make every visit special./
We serve:
Tapas and Shared Plates perfect for group dining
Seafood and Meat Paellas, cooked to order
Vegetarian and Vegan Spanish dishes
Authentic Spanish wines, beers, and sangria
Explore Our Signature Dining Options
Dine-In at Harborne Restaurant Enjoy full table service in our intimate indoor setting or alfresco courtyard when the weather allows.
Takeaway & Delivery Prefer to dine at home? Call us directly to order Spanish classics for collection or local delivery.
Group Bookings and Private Events We welcome celebrations, family meals and special occasions. Bookings for 6 or more? Call us directly for availability.
Proudly Serving Harborne and Beyond
We welcome guests from across Birmingham and nearby areas including:
Absolutely delicious tapas and plenty of vegetarian options. The food was fantastic with room for only tiny improvements. Aubergine (outstanding!), garlic oil mushrooms (amazing!), garlic bread (great!) courgettes (needed a little more honey), padron peppers (needed a little more rock salt), homemade lemonade (lovely!). Lovely staff, very friendly and helpful. Beautiful decor. Highly recommended!
Lovely restaurant with perfect service and really nice Spanish food. Really nice decor too!! They also added a sweet treat in for my partner’s birthday:)
I had a fantastic experience! The food was delicious, the music and atmosphere were perfect, and the staff was incredibly friendly. If you're looking for something different and want to enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine, this is definitely a place you should visit
Nice Spanish food. We like all those we tried, except the Aubergine Tapas which was a bit oily.As mentioned in the menu, it took about 25-30 minutes for the preparation of the Paella which was reasonable.
A fresh taste of Spain in Harborne…Booked this for a catch-up session with a friend through First Table. My friend was raised in Barcelona… from the moment we walked in, it felt like we were in a little tapas restaurant in Spain. From the tapestry on the walls, the decoration and as well as the music playing in the background that she couldn’t help singing to every now and again - having been “raised” with those songs.The premium sangria - 10/10!! So refreshing, 2 jugs served us well enough to give a mini buzz and enjoy the mammoth meal that followed.The food:Each tapa they brought our way somehow tasted better than the previous one. They were having an oxtail special that night and boy did it not disappoint.The paella’s are large enough for 2-3 people. I have had better paella in other restaurants locally, so would not recommend this as a dish to have. It was very soggy, and lacked basic seasoning.Also, you HAVE to try the jam on croquettes 😋, easily the best tapa we had.We also got some nice complimentary blue berry aniseed shots to top the evening off.Will definitely be returning with even more people, for more laughs and food.(I can seem to post all my photos or the vids)
About El Buen Gusto – A Local Favourite with Spanish Soul
Our story began when a Spanish family brought their home-style cooking to Harborne. Since 2024, our new team has continued their legacy, with a deep respect for Spanish traditions, flavours, and hospitality. We’re not a chain – we’re a team of food lovers committed to authentic dishes, personal service, and local charm. We proudly take part in local events like the Harborne Christmas Light-Up and continue to support our community through quality food and warm service.
Why Choose Us?
Independent and family-inspired
Authentic ingredients and cooking methods
Engaged in the Harborne community
Consistent 5-star service and warm atmosphere
Get in Touch or Reserve Your Table Today
We’d love to welcome you to El Buen Gusto. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a family celebration, or a midweek lunch, getting in touch is easy. Call our restaurant on 0121 796 2646 73 High Street, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9NS
