al andalus — Restaurant in Berlin

The atmosphere and terrace is cute. The service is nice. Unfortunatly, the tapas are really not what we hoped for in a andulsian bar. We ordered pimientos del padrón but unfortunately they were not proper pimientos, they were undercooked small paprika peppers. The mojo patatas were big full size potatoes instead of small ones for a proper mojo picon. The gambas al ajillo were not fresh and chewy. The albondigas were ok. The tortilla de patata was an overcooked pincho with alioli. We asked for oil and vinagre (aceitera) like in every Spanish bar, and we were brought two little bowls, one with and another with white vinagre. We don’t expect spanish standard, but for 80€ with a bottle of wine, we would expect more. We can have better Spanish food in Berlin, especially with the big Spanish community. Hope...

Low rating goes to the one server (I don’t know if she is the owner, but because she was sitting with the guests I concluded she is). She made us feel unwelcome and she was inattentive. For everything we wanted to order more we had to wait, and restaurant was at 30% capacity. Not really a good way for upselling. I was really interested in the Spanish course that they offer but I’m not any more. It’s a shame because the food and the wine were tasty and the restaurant is in our street but we are not planning to come back. There was one Argentinian server and she was super friendly and professional. And I really dislike tipping system where they all...

Great service and food. I found this place by coincidence walking around in the neighbourhood and I totally loved the look and feel of the place. The name of the place spoke to me as well which was the reason I couldn't resist to walk in. It was quiet when I got there since they just opened so I was able to take so great pictures of the interior before the crowd arrives. They also have import Spanish beer Estrella from Galicia which has an amazing flavour. I will definitely be having more meals here since I will be working and living in the area. Definitely...