Historical version 7 of Triana, W2 3BP (view current version)
- 020 7402 4449
- 9, Craven Rd (map of this place)
- W2 3BP
- 12-3pm Mon - Sat and 6pm -11.30pm daily
A good Spanish/Argentinian restaurant virtually opposite Paddington Station. Previously known as "Che Loco" in slightly different premises, most of the staff and the menu have made the transition unchanged.
Food
The highlight of the menu is easily the steaks. A selection of loin and rump steaks start at £15 and include a formidable 18oz T-Bone. There is also a good selection of fish. All main courses are served with seasonal vegetables. The restaurant also serves a range of tapas, ranging from £4-6 which make excellent starters. Particularly recommended is the Chorizo in red wine; the plate of cold meats is also excellent. Vegetarians are poorly catered for - some of the tapas may be ok. The dessert "menu" is limited - you get the impression that they just keep a few things in the fridge for if people ask.
Drink
The wine list is extensive, and not extortionate. Sadly I couldn't see the Faustino I of legend, although that's probably not such a bad thing.
Ambiance
The staff are friendly and competent. The restaurant has no non-smoking area, but nobody was smoking apart from the mariachi when we visited. Said mariachi has a habit of singing the word "amore" at the top of his voice.
The toilets are the usual London small-restaurant type. One for each gender down some stairs (so no wheelchair access).