El Buen Gusto Harborne is an independent Spanish restaurant at 73 High Street in Birmingham. Founded by a Spanish family and continued by a new team since 2024, it pairs traditional Iberian flavours with warm service in an intimate dining room and an alfresco courtyard.
Tapas and shared plates encourage diners to build a meal from several smaller dishes. Patatas bravas, pimientos del piquillo and meat or seafood preparations provide contrasting textures and flavours, making the format especially natural for groups or an unhurried date night.
Paella is cooked to order and comes in meat and seafood variations, giving the menu a substantial centrepiece as an alternative to sharing only tapas. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are available too, allowing mixed groups to explore Spanish cooking without narrowing everyone to the same choices.
Spanish wines, beers and sangria complete the restaurant’s regional focus. Full table service suits lunches, evening meals and celebrations, while larger bookings and private events can be arranged and takeaway or local delivery is available for dining at home.
Address: 73 High Street, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9NS, England
El Buen Gusto Harborne Menu
Desserts
Traditional Spanish desserts, freshly prepared and served with authentic flair.
Churros
Fried dough dusted in cinnamon and served with a rich chocolate dip. (VE)
Tarta de Crema de Cappuccino
A rich and moist cappuccino-flavoured cake with a smooth, creamy finish. (VE/GF)
Pastel de Queso con Cerezas
A rich and creamy cherry cheesecake on a buttery biscuit base. (VE/GF)
Tarta de Santiago
A traditional Spanish almond cake – simple, elegant, and full of flavour.
Kids Menu
Kids eat for £1 all day Tuesday–Sunday when ordered with an adult meal. Each dish is £5.50 when ordered separately.
Pink Pasta
Pasta in tomato sauce (V/VE)
Mini Patatas Bravas
Fried potatoes topped with alioli & tomato sauce (V/VE/GF)
Picky Platter
Mini board with cucumber, carrot, cheese, breadsticks & tomato dip (V)
Fish Nuggets
Breaded cod served with tasty fries
Chicken Fingers
Breaded chicken served with tasty fries
Mozzarella Dippers
Served with our home-made tomato sauce (V)
Vegan Tapas – Small Plates
100% plant-based tapas. Gluten-free options clearly marked.
Champiñones Al Ajillo
Garlic Butter Mushrooms with Paprika seasoning (GF)
Berenjena Frita Con Salsa Romesco
Fried Aubergine & Romesco sauce made with roasted peppers & toasted almonds
Patatas Bravas
Fried potatoes topped with red pepper, chilli sauce & Alioli (GF)
Pimientos De Padron
Green chilli peppers with sea salt (GF)
Ensalada De La Casa
House salad with crispy leaves, tomato, cucumber & carrot in olive oil
Vegan Pan – Bread
Vegan bread options.
Pan Tumaca
Toasted bread with tomato, olive oil & sea salt
Pan Gallego
Toasted bread with Olive oil & balsamic
Tepenade Con Aceitunas Negras
Toasted Bread with black olive & fig pate
Vegan Paella Or Fideua De Verduras
Valencian rice or fideua. Garden peas, wild mushrooms, bell pepper & runner beans (GF).
Paella Or Fideua De Verduras
Valencian rice or fideua with garden peas, wild mushrooms, bell pepper & runner beans (GF)
Del Mar – Tapas dishes from the sea
Calamares Fritos
Fried squid served with black alioli
Gambas al Ajillo
Garlic prawns cooked in white wine sauce (GF)
Mejillones a la Marinera
Mussels cooked with spicy paprika, fresh tomato & garlic sauce (GF)
Guiso de Mariscos
Seafood mix cooked in white wine, paprika, saffron, bell pepper & cherry tomato (GF)
Bacalao con Hierbas y Ajo al Horno
Herb & garlic baked cod with garlic mushroom and romesco sauce (GF)
Paella & Fideua
Traditional rice & noodle dishes cooked to order (25–30 min)
Paella o Fideua Negra
Valencian rice or fideua in squid ink with prawns & squid (GF)
Paella o Fideua Frutos del Mar
With prawns, squid, baby octopus, mussels & clams (GF)
Paella o Fideua Mixta
With king prawns, chicken, mussels (GF)
Paella o Fideua con Cosas
With chicken pieces, spicy chorizo & bell peppers (GF)
Paella o Fideua de Verduras
With garden peas, wild mushroom, bell pepper & runner beans (VE/GF)
De la Granja – Tapas dishes from the farm
Alitas de Pollo Picante
Juicy chicken wings tossed in our chef’s signature spicy sauce (GF)
Chorizo Glaseado
Tender chorizo, perfectly caramelised in our sherry glaze (GF)
Croquetas de Jamón Serrano
Panko breaded serrano ham croquettes made with signature béchamel
Costillas de Cerdo
Sherry glazed slow-cooked Duroc ribs (GF)
Estofado Cocido
Slow-cooked pork shoulder in a rich tomato sauce and chorizo chunks (GF)
Pollo con Salsa
Chicken thighs in garlic, white wine, tomato & olive sauce with rosemary
De la Huerta – Tapas dishes from the orchard (vegetarian)
Patatas Bravas
Fried potatoes topped with red pepper & chilli sauce & alioli (GF/VE/V)
Croquetas de Champiñones
Panko breaded mushroom croquettes made with signature béchamel
Berenjena Frita con Salsa Romesco
Fried aubergine & romesco sauce made with roasted peppers & toasted almonds (VE)
Pimientos de Padron
Green peppers with sea salt & olive oil
Champiñones al Ajillo
Garlic-infused mushrooms with white wine & parsley (GF/VE/V)
Calabacín Frito
Fried zucchini with honey & grated goat cheese (V)
Tablas – Sharing platters
Tabla De Pescadito Frito
Fried squid, prawns, white fish, mussels; served with red mojo sauce & alioli – extra special
Tabla De Panes Mixtos (V)
Bread selection, house salad, padron pepper & mixed olives
Tabla De Quesos & Embutidos
A variety of Spanish cheeses & cured meats
Para Acompañar – Sides, bread & olives
Pan Tumaca
Toasted bread with tomato
Pan Catalan con Ajo
Toasted bread with garlic butter
Pan Gallego
Toasted bread with olive oil & balsamic
Tepenade con Aceitunas Negras
Toasted bread with black olive & fig pate
Aceitunas Mixtas
Mixed olives