I walked past La Boca looking for something small to eat with a friend. I was impressed with this quiet and intimate space in the middle of the busy northern quarter. Having just come back from Madrid I was enjoying the lovely tapas and the vibe was just right, The one member of staff was super welcoming and I will be back with my partner soon. Just simply wonderful!

Hidden down the side of Oklahoma in the  alleyway of turner Street,  La Boca is humble in size and offers a wide range of tapas, pintxos, with many vegan and vegetarian options, and charcutaria (cured meats) Colourful artwork from a local Manchester artist hangs upon the exposed brickwork, giving La Boca a relaxed yet stylish look. Very welcoming staff with a vast knowledge of Spanish cuisine will make you feel at home whether you're eating out or just fancying a quick bite to eat on your lunch break We ate: Tortilla and aioli on bruachetta with sweet potato, beetroot hummus and balsamic. One topped with jamon. Very delightful tasters to nibble on whilst enjoying a drink, the Spanish tortilla was beautiful Boquerones in and rose oil vinegar. These lil' guys looked like a anchovies but were not salty, instead very fragrant from the rose oil. Served with sourdough, they were delicious Sharing platter from @labocaham I cannot recommend this enough Jamon serrano Iberico Gran Reserva, salchichon Iberico de cebo, chorizo Iberico de Bellota y cabecero de lomo, award winning semi cured manchego & queso de Mahon, Cortijo marinated olives, pepinillos, organic membrillo and picos bread sticks The cabecero de lomo was my absolutely favourite, the texture was melt-in-the-mouth and it was so delicious. I was lucky enough to be given more to take home! These cheeses were equally tasty, and there was quince to spread on 😋 Words can't describe how good all the meats were, James take a bow! By the way they also offer a vegan sharing platter Follow @robbie.reviews on Instagram for more