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El Rincon, Melbourne, AU-VIC

El Rincon

4.6 (47)
$40 and under
Spanish
Queen Victoria Market 69 Victoria St,, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
El Rincón is an Authentic Spanish Tapas Venue located in the heart of the Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne CBD. We are open on market days and weekends, catering for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between! We have a large range of premium Spanish & Australian wines & create traditional Spanish meals and tapas that will take you back to the streets of Southern Spain.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 9:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0450 902 222
  • Website
    https://elrincon.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We definitely have our sister catering business Spanish Gourmet Caterers which would love to cater for your next event!
  • Location
    Queen Victoria Market 69 Victoria St,, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross street
    We are in the corner of Elizabeth St and Victoria St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Queen Victoria Market tram stop is your best bet!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 47 people are saying

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

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Rincon delights with "authentic Spanish food" and "amazing service." Diners admire the "incredible food," especially standout dishes like the "truffle croquetas," "Chicken Pate," and "paella." Friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere enhance the experience, though occasional service hiccups are noted. Overall, it's praised as a "Melbourne Gem."
47 Reviews

  1. Josh

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent authentic Spanish food, beautiful presentation and great staff

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  2. Timothy

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an amazing birthday dinner at El Rincon last Saturday. Firstly, the staff were friendly, helpful, knowledgable and welcoming, they really seem to enjoy what they do! When it comes to dinner, our eyes may have been bigger than our stomachs, but the food was so good we battled through! haha We had one of each croqueta (The special of the week was seafood) they were all amazing, but I will double up on the Truffle one next visit. An oyster each, refreshing and cool, the tuna tartare (so Zesty and flavourful), The Galician octopus..Amazing, textural, balanced and smooth. All the dishes were so so good, it's unfair to pick a favourite, but if you had to go to El Rincon, and could only have one dish, for us, the Chicken Pate was on another level. The most crumbly perfect little bread crisp thingy's, A smooth, decadent and perfectly balanced pate, served generously, and a sweet "fruit?" gel, all balanced by a classy little green salad with radish and the tastiest balsamic, made this the star of the night for us! This is the most words I've put into a review ever.. but El Rincon, it was worth it and we will be back!

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  3. Amanda

    Gold Coast4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a lovely dinner at El Rincon. The wait staff were very friendly, the food was excellent and we were very warm outside with the outdoor heater turned on. They offered a range of very nice vegan options. It's on a busy street so there were a few ambulance sirens during our meal but otherwise very comfortable place to sit.
    El RinconResponded on May 28, 2025
    Hola Amanda, Thanks for the lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and great to hear the vegan options were a hit too. Hope to see you again soon!

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  4. sueellen

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Spanish food, served by the friendliest people. This is a Melbourne Gem!
    El RinconResponded on May 19, 2025
    Hi Suellen, Muchas gracias for your lovely feedback. We appreciate your comments and hope to see you again soon!

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  5. Lucian

    Melbourne4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We had high hopes, but El Rincon fell short. Seated near a corridor with deliveries disrupted the vibe. The pulpo was dry, the paella overcooked, and with only one staff taking orders, service felt lacking. Needs improvement to match its reviews.
    El RinconResponded on May 19, 2025
    Hi Lucian, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, we’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We’ve taken note of your comments and we’ll be addressing these with our team. We truly hope you’ll consider giving us another try.

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  6. Richard

    Melbourne7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Rincon is a gem. Amazing service & food to match . 5 stars all round
    El RinconResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hola Richard, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and overall experience at El Rincon. It truly means a lot to us. Gracias!!

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  7. Ailsa

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always the food and sangria were delicious. The gorgeous staff are the star of the show. I love El Rincon.
    El RinconResponded on April 14, 2025
    Muchas gracias for your review. Our team will be delighted to know they made your visit special! We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing visit soon!

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  8. Javiera

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved everything about it. The food and service was amazing. Thank you!
    El RinconResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thank you so much, Javiera! We're thrilled to hear you loved everything about your experience with us. Your kind words about our food and service mean the world to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing visit soon!

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  9. Cristian

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place for Spanish food in Melbourne. Thanks to Laura and all the team for the incredible food and service.
    El RinconResponded on March 19, 2025
    Hola Cristian! Thank you for taking the time to send your compliments. See you soon!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful and Alex and Raquel made the experience even better!
    El RinconResponded on March 10, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to send your compliments. See you soon!

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FAQs

El Rincon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0450 902 222.

El Rincon is rated 4.6 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for El Rincon

Queen Victoria Market 69 Victoria St,, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are in the corner of Elizabeth St and Victoria St
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 9:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 9:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Traditional Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Queen Victoria Market tram stop is your best bet!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://elrincon.com.au/
  • Phone number
    0450 902 222
  • Catering
    We definitely have our sister catering business Spanish Gourmet Caterers which would love to cater for your next event!
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