BAR SAN JUAN

4.9 (2154)

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

56 Beech Road, Manchester, M21 9EG

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BAR SAN JUAN

4.9

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Chorlton

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

For Inquiries, Please: Call or, even better, WhatsApp us.

Hola! Welcome to Bar San Juan! We are a cozy tapas bar and restaurant in the lovely suburb of Chorlton, South Manchester.

Feel free to pick a seat, order a drink, and soak in the atmosphere while you wait to be seated.

At Bar San Juan, we’re more than just a restaurant serving delicious Spanish food; we’re a place to relax and embrace the Spanish way of life. Enjoy some tapas, sip on cerveza, and have a great time!

Our tiled tapas bar features traditional decor and serves authentic dishes along with imported beer and wine. Our goal is to bring a little taste of Spain to Manchester.

¡Buen provecho!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
07378 693594
Website
http://www.barsanjuan.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
56 Beech Road, Manchester, M21 9EG
Neighborhood
Chorlton
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Wine

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Almendras Fritas£3.90
Fried almonds/Truffle/Olive oil
Olivas Manzanilla£3.90
Sevillian green olives
Olivas Mojo Picon£4.80
Olives marinated in the typical Canarian seasoning: Mojo Picon
Banderillas de Anchoas y Queso x4£8.20
Skewered Girona's anchovies/Cheese/Pickles/PX balsamic & almonds
Mojete con Ventresca£8.20
Murcian dish: Tuna Belly/Olives/HR Egg/Tomato/Capers/Onions/PX vinegar/Virgin oil & bread
Pan Fresco & Ali-Oli£4.70
Fresh Bread/Home-made garlic mayonnaise
Pan Ca'San Juan£4.90
Rustic Toasted bread & Andalusian tomato sauce made with vegetables & olive oil: Salmorejo

Charcuteria y Queso

Jamon Iberico£11.90
Iberian Ham from Guijuelo (Salamanca)
Queso Manchego con Membrillo£5.90
Manchego cheese/quince Jelly/Sultanas

Pescado y Marisco

Boquerones en Vinagre£8.20
White anchovies/Olives filled with fish meat/Marinated in virgin oil/Seasoned with garlic.
Timbal de Salmon y Marisco£9.90
Home-cured Salmon/Onuga Caviar/Shrimp/Sweet & tangy vinaigrette
Calamares Fritos£9.90
Fried Squid/Salad/Sherry Vinegar
Gambas Pil-Pil x6£8.90
Chilli & garlic Tiger Prawns
Pulpo a La Gallega£12.90
Galician style octopus/Paprika/Bed of pureed potatoes

Pintxos

Cojonudo Trufado x4£8.20
Majorcan spread chorizo: Sobrasada/Fried quail eggs/Truffle oil/On Crystal bread
Piquillos de Bacalao x4£8.20
Roasted peppers: Piquillos filled with Cod Kokotxa/Béchamel/Creamy sauce/On Crystal bread

Fritos

Papas Bravas£4.80
Crispy-fried Potatoes/Traditional Brava sauce: Madrid style *containing ham
Papas Ali-Oli£4.80
Crispy-fried Potatoes/Home-made garlic mayonnaise
Pimiento de Padron£7.20
Tiny Peppers from Galicia: Padron/Maldon salt
Croquetas SanJuan x4£8.90
Béchamel croquettes/Chicken & Jamón
Saquitos de Cordero x4£8.90
Roast pulled lamb leg pastry parcels/Reduction of Tempranillo wine

Carne y Vegetal

Chistorra en Sidra Gallega£8.90
Thin Chorizo from Leon: Chistorra/Cooked in Galician handcrafted cider
Carrilleras de Ternera£8.90
Slow-cooked beef cheeks/Home-made gravy/Crispy fried leeks
Solomillo Braseado£10.20
Pan-fried diced fillet steak/White wine-cooked potatoes: Panaderas
Pisto con Queso de Cabra Gratinado£7.20
Slow-cooked vegetables: Pisto/Aubergine/Tomato/Courgette/Onion/Peppers & Caramelised goats cheese
Espinacas con Garbanzos & Hummus£7.20
Spinach/Chickpeas/Potatoes/Hummus & Black olives: Andalusian style

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at BAR SAN JUAN.

4.9

(2154)

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.9Value

Noise • Energetic

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Manchester/Greater Manchester
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
Manchester/Greater Manchester
Best Value
Manchester/Greater Manchester
Neighborhood gem
Manchester/Greater Manchester
Great for outdoor dining
Manchester
Best Overall
Manchester
Best Food
Manchester
Best Service
Manchester
Best Ambiance
Manchester
Best Value
Manchester
Neighborhood gem
Manchester
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bar San Juan offers a "consistently stunning" dining experience with "authentic Spanish food" and a "cosy setting." Guests rave about the "amazing tapas," "great atmosphere," and "lovely service." The restaurant's vibrant ambience and "fantastic wine options" make it a must-visit for tapas enthusiasts in Manchester.

2,154 Reviews

M
Morag
Manchester4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bar San Juan is just right in every way. The food, Lamb parcels, slow cooked beef cheeks, Conjonudo Trufado (Quail's eggs on toast with truffle oil), Espinacas con Garbanzo & Hummus, Calamares Frito and pretty much everything else on the menu! The service, occasionally they have someone doesn't quite suit the place and the level of service and they don't last long. The atmosphere, I've been to Spain a few times and this place does a really good impression of an authentic tapas bar.
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Wilma
Manchester1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive members of staff and the food was absolutely delicious clean plates all round. Will definitely visit again
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Kirsten
Manchester1 review
5.0
Dined on October 31, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best Spanish tapas, the food was delicious
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Janet
Manchester8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service and buzz as always. We'll worth the scramble to get a booking in this intimate restaurant, with its authentic Spanish vibe.
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Jackie
Manchester1 review
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as always . We brought some friends who have never been before and they were absolutely blown away with the food & staff.
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Julie
Manchester1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food once again looking forward to seeing you again soon
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James
Lancashire1 review
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
consistently stunning and authentic food. simply the best spanish food i’ve eaten outside of spain.
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Steve
Manchester6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb as usual - our favourite tapas by a mile !!
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Chris
Cheshire1 review
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fabulous neighborhood restaurant with an assortment of tapas and fantastic wine options. There was a vibrant atmosphere and it was more or less full by 1pm on a Wednesday lunchtime. Food came quickly, we were asked if we wanted to taste wines before we bought a bottle and the staff were incredible. Can’t wait to go back 🤩
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Brendan
London1 review
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A superb experience. Great atmosphere and service only topped by the amazing quality of the food. From lamb to steak to beef cheek to croquettes all washed down by sangria this was probably the best tapas I’ve had outside of Spain. Definitely recommend
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
07378 693594
Website
http://www.barsanjuan.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
56 Beech Road, Manchester, M21 9EG
Neighborhood
Chorlton
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Wine

FAQs

Bar San Juan feels like a cosy, authentic Spanish tapas bar, warm and relaxed with soft lighting, local décor and gentle Spanish music, while retaining a bustling, convivial vibe.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together clothes (smart shirts, dresses or tidy jeans) without anything overly formal.

Sunday is a lovely day to visit, guests describe Bar San Juan as 'a little slice of Spain on a sunny Sunday' and note Sunday evenings can be busy and full of atmosphere.

Yes, Bar San Juan offers outdoor seating: guests mention a sunny terrace/outside area and dining under patio heaters, which makes the patio a popular spot on warm days.

Yes, Bar San Juan offers vegetarian and vegan-friendly tapas, and guests praise its vegan and vegetarian choices; the menu includes vegetable dishes such as Espinacas con Garbanzos & Hummus, Pisto con Queso de Cabra and Pimiento de Padron.

Yes, Bar San Juan is well suited to a date night: guests praise its warm, relaxed atmosphere, soft lighting and describe it as 'a charming spot for date nights' with successful anniversary and Valentine visits.

Bar San Juan is especially lovely on a sunny Sunday when the patio feels like “a little slice of Spain, ” while weekday lunchtimes are often pleasantly busy without being overwhelming.

Bar San Juan pairs its tiled tapas bar with an indoor main dining area and an outdoor patio/terrace for al fresco dining, and the venue also accepts private parties.

The Carrilleras de Ternera (slow-cooked beef cheeks) is a clear standout, it appears on the menu and multiple guests praise the beef cheeks as a favourite.

Bar San Juan does allow private parties, private dining is part of the offering, and the restaurant asks enquiries to be made by phone or WhatsApp.

Portions are tapas-style and designed for sharing, guests regularly report sharing multiple plates (for example, seven dishes between two or nine dishes between four) and finding that amount plenty.

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BAR SAN JUAN

4.9

£25 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Chorlton

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

BAR SAN JUAN

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BAR SAN JUAN

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Aperitivo

Almendras Fritas£3.90

Olivas Manzanilla£3.90

Olivas Mojo Picon£4.80

Banderillas de Anchoas y Queso x4£8.20

Mojete con Ventresca£8.20

Pan Fresco & Ali-Oli£4.70

Pan Ca'San Juan£4.90

Charcuteria y Queso

Jamon Iberico£11.90

Queso Manchego con Membrillo£5.90

Pescado y Marisco

Boquerones en Vinagre£8.20

Timbal de Salmon y Marisco£9.90

Calamares Fritos£9.90

Gambas Pil-Pil x6£8.90

Pulpo a La Gallega£12.90

Pintxos

Cojonudo Trufado x4£8.20

Piquillos de Bacalao x4£8.20

Fritos

Papas Bravas£4.80

Papas Ali-Oli£4.80

Pimiento de Padron£7.20

Croquetas SanJuan x4£8.90

Saquitos de Cordero x4£8.90

Carne y Vegetal

Chistorra en Sidra Gallega£8.90

Carrilleras de Ternera£8.90

Solomillo Braseado£10.20

Pisto con Queso de Cabra Gratinado£7.20

Espinacas con Garbanzos & Hummus£7.20

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