This El Marques is also considered a veteran Spanish restaurant and wine bar in Taiwan
It has also received certification from Spain
Because it is a restaurant and wine bar, the bar inside has an amazing variety of drinks
The dining space has a traditional Western restaurant decor and is not very spacious
The little corner nook is perfect for a date
The interior decor has a very European feel, with lots of vintage photos
Since this is a restaurant and wine bar, there are also plenty of wine corks used as decoration
Even the restroom entrance is covered in tons of bottles~~
There are many dishes here, all Spanish cuisine,
The prices are not cheap, as the portions feel quite small
After all, it is a restaurant and wine bar, so the drink menu is just as extensive as the food menu~~
There are also some daily chef specials on the wall,
worth checking out
Time to dig in~~
1. 0.0% Alcohol Star Beer: NT$150
This is an imported Spanish beer with a strong beer flavor but no alcohol
2. 1906 Red Cap Vintage Beer: NT$220
This beer has a bolder flavor but is quite unique
3. Spanish Fruit Wine: NT$280
This Spanish fruit wine is very authentic, packed with lots of fruit
4. Spanish Ibérico Ham with Bread: NT$720
Spanish ham is always delicious, with a savory aroma that lingers; the more you chew, the better it tastes
Because it is sliced thin here, it pairs perfectly with beer
A bit of salsa sauce enhances the sweetness even more
5. Fried Glutinous Rice Stuffed Peppers: NT$140
The small glutinous rice peppers are fairly ordinary,
but they serve as a nice warm vegetable to balance the flavors
6. Grilled Mushrooms: NT$140
The grilled mushrooms are adorable, thick and hearty; after being sautéed in butter, they are incredibly soft and juicy
Topped with whipped cream, the flavor becomes even smoother
7. Garlic Shrimp: NT$380
The garlic shrimp is also excellent; the oil and garlic at the bottom is very aromatic and pairs well with bread
The shrimp are fresh and bouncy
8. Bulgarian-style Octopus with Potatoes: NT$380
This is one of the more unique dishes
The octopus on top has been grilled, giving it a slight char
The potatoes underneath are very soft
Paired with Spanish paprika, it enhances the flavor while keeping the octopus fresh and delicious9. Smoked Sweet Pepper Stuffed with Cod and Shrimp: NT$320
This is from the blackboard menu
The outside is imported sweet pepper; after roasting, it is extremely soft,
and with one cut, it falls apart
The cod and shrimp inside are also very tender
The whole dish basically melts in your mouth~~
10. Filet Mignon with Brie Cheese: NT$300
This is a chef special; the cheese on top is super rich,
paired with the thick filet mignon, making the flavor even more substantial
The chef added sautéed onions to balance the heavy flavors of the beef and cheese
The crispy bread underneath adds a satisfying bite
11. Crispy Fried Baby Squid: NT$320
The crispy fried baby squid is delicious, not greasy, with a crunchy exterior and bouncy interior
Paired with cream sauce, it becomes even smoother
12. Spanish Tortilla: NT$220
The Spanish tortilla is authentic and very hearty, with some potatoes inside, making it delicious
This restaurant and wine bar has a great atmosphere, but the prices are not cheap
It is a perfect spot for a date~~
El Marques
Add: 臺北市大安區延吉街259號
Tel: 0933 800 260
Time: 12:00-14:30/ 17:30-22:00