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El Cerdo Bourne End, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire

El Cerdo Bourne End

4.6 (407)
£25 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5RP

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to El Cerdo Bourne End!

Spanish tapas doesn’t compromise on passion or flavour. Every dish at El Cerdo is crafted to be a unique experience that brings friends and family together.

Please note, all table bookings are for two hours. However, later table bookings from 7:30pm onwards are given the table until close.

Our Bourne End restaurant welcomes dogs to our side terrace only, to accommodate any guests that may have allergies. Please note this terrace is heated, but uncovered, and we are unfortunately unable to move guests with dogs inside the restaurant or on our from terrace in cases of poor weather. 

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Bourne End
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Summer Party 2025!

    £25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 21, 2025 only
    FOR BOOKINGS OF 8+ PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY VIA PHONE OR EMAIL. Join us as we kick off the summer season in style with an evening filled with fantastic music, delicious food and great company at our Annual Summer Party from 7pm until LATE! We have an incredible line-up of talented musicians ready to entertain you; Kevin Leo as our singer, Paul Moran on keys, Paul Carmichael on bass, and Mez Clough on drums. For more info: www.elcerdo.co.uk/whats-on/ Dress for summer (no swimwear!). Tickets include a summer cocktail on arrival! Ticket does not include food. Refundable up to Saturday 14th June by contacting the restaurant directly. Cancellations after this will not be refunded.
    Summer Party 2025! Photo
  • Jazz Sunday with Paul Moran and Paul Carmichael

    Apr 27, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025
    Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Jazz Sunday Lunches. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of musical enchantment, blending seamlessly with the tranquil backdrop of our picturesque views. Paul Moran has become one of the most prolific and sought after musicians of his generation. For more than a decade he was the Musical Director for Van Morrison, as well as working with a number of other household names (Tom Jones, Rick Astley, Tony Hadley, George Michael, Bette Midler, Michael Ball, and more!). Paul Carmichael is a seasoned bass player from iconic West End Musicals such as Les Misérables, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat and Cats. Paul graced Trafalgar Square with his band Xtatic for the 2011 Royal Wedding and has also shared the stage with names such as Lulu and Soft Machine, across the country, and in renowned venues such as 606 Club.
    Jazz Sunday with Paul Moran and Paul Carmichael Photo
  • Jazz Sunday with Jo Harrop

    Apr 13, 2025 - Sep 14, 2025
    Get ready to groove to the rhythm of Jazz Sunday Lunches. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of musical enchantment, blending seamlessly with the tranquil backdrop of our picturesque views. Jo Harrop has firmly established herself as one of the most distinctive singer songwriters in British jazz. She has performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the USA including New York’s Dizzy’s Club (Jazz at Lincoln Center) and San Francisco’s The SFJAZZ Center. Her award-winning albums have attracted widespread airplay and an eclectic array of highly respected admirers including Iggy Pop, Christian McBride and Chris Seefried.
    Jazz Sunday with Jo Harrop Photo

What 407 people are saying

El Cerdo Bourne End reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Buckinghamshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Buckinghamshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Buckinghamshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Buckinghamshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Buckinghamshire

    Romantic

  • Buckinghamshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Buckinghamshire

    Lively

  • Buckinghamshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Cerdo Bourne End offers a stunning riverside setting with "amazing food and service." Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, especially with live jazz and Spanish guitar. "Friendly and attentive staff" make dining a pleasure, though some mention high prices and occasional service issues. It's a "fantastic venue" for tapas and cocktails.
407 Reviews
  1. Rachel

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great setting, lovely food and good service. Would recommend.

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  2. luke

    Buckinghamshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    first time at this restaurant and will defiantly be coming back

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  3. David VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, an updated menu with some new dishes to try since we were last there. The food has depth of flavour which is difficult to find. The staff are always helpful and friendly and very professional.

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  4. yogesh

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was good basic simple food ( not big on flavour ) cocktails were nice and value for money when those are on lunch time deal.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded today
    Hi, Thank you for visiting us and taking the time to leave your feedback! we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our cocktails, and food, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Andrew VIP

    Oxford/Oxfordshire6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We managed to get the one comfortable dog friendly table as it was a quiet time of day and had grew service and lovely food.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Andrew, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your visit, and we always love to have dogs on our dog friendly side terrace! We can't wait to see you again soon.

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  6. Antony

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a superb evening at El Cerdo on Saturday 7th June. The drinks, food and service were excellent. Difficult to pick a favourite dish, but the Octopus and scallops were divine. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, which added to the whole visit. Really looking forward to our next visit, which will hopefully be in the very near future. Thank you to all of the staff.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on June 9, 2025
    We are thrilled and grateful for your fantastic review of our restaurant! Your kind words about the dining experience mean the world to us and motivate our team to keep delivering the best service and flavours to all our guests. Thank you for choosing us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delightful meal!

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  7. Lynn

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service as always. Grace went above and beyond to be a great waitress!
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on June 9, 2025
    Hi Lynn, Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review, and kind words about our waitress Grace! We truly appreciate it, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Jill

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic find. First visit, the food was amazing, and the staff were friendly, fun and attentive. Highly recommend you visit.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Jill, Thank for leaving such a glowing review! We're delighted you've discovered El Cerdo and enjoyed our authentic Spanish cuisine and exceptional service! We can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing dining experience!

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  9. Gisella

    Buckinghamshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent venue for food and dancing. The atmosphere was fantastic and the music great. Grace our waitress was outstanding.
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on June 9, 2025
    Hi Gisella, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review! Your positive feedback encourages us to continue our commitment to providing excellent dining experiences. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon!

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  10. Maggie

    Berkshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jazz on Sunday was brilliant! Great atmosphere, food amazing and service from Grace was perfect. She was very knowledgeable, professional and passionate re the menu
    El Cerdo Bourne EndResponded on June 4, 2025
    We are thrilled to read your wonderful review of our restaurant, and we sincerely appreciate your kind words about our waitress, Grace. She is indeed a valued member of our team, and we’re delighted to see her exceptional service recognised. We look forward to serving you again soon for another delightful dining experience!

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El Cerdo Bourne End is rated 4.6 stars by 407 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Cerdo Bourne End

Wharf Ln, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire SL8 5RP

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bourne End
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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