Paco Tapas is one of Bristol's best-loved restaurants, known for combining comforting yet dynamic Andalusian flavours with a flair that won a Michelin star within its first year of opening. And, six years since first opening, Paco Tapas' chef owner Peter Sanchez-Inglesias - has announced that it will expanding into the neighbouring site.
Alongside the extension, Paco Tapas has also announced the launch of a new waterside dining terrace, providing the perfect spot for Michelin-starred outdoor feasting this summer. The restaurant will now take the next step in its journey, extending into the space housed between Paco Tapas and Casamia to welcome 20 additional covers to its 40 cover restaurant.
The extension comes alongside the launch of a newly designed 55 cover waterside dining terrace, bringing Sanchez-Inglesias’ vibrant Spanish menu riverside. Guests can soak up the sights and sounds of its waterside location over dishes from an ever-changing daily menu.
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The owners are excited for more people to be able to enjoy the intricate details that Paco Tapas offer; including menus which are handwritten on brown paper. As well as daily specials that capture the seasons’ best - bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to Bristol’s city centre.
The expansions interiors will continue to reflect Paco Tapas’ core style to offer a hybrid of tradition and modernity. Bringing a space comprised of wooden surfaces, patterned tiles and stainless steel, all punctuated by the buzzing open kitchen, where, perched on their stools at high-top tables, guests can watch their food being prepared.
The family-run institution from brothers Peter and Jonray Sanchez-Iglesias first opened its doors in 2016, sitting beside acclaimed sister restaurant Casamia in Bristol’s former General Hospital. Since 2019, chef-patron Peter stepped away from cooking at Paco Tapas to oversee the wider business, handing the reins over to head chef Joel Breakwell.
The news of the expansion comes following the announcement that its sister restaurant, Casamia, will close its doors on 20th August. The team have plans for the site to become something new later this year - more details to be announced in due course.
The sun terrace is open for diners to enjoy, whilst the expansion is set to be complete in late August.
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