Looking for a Spanish restaurant in Singapore that serves delicious paella, tapas and seafood? My Little Spanish Place along Bukit Timah Road is a place to consider if you enjoy exploring Spanish cuisine.
Spanish food is known for its rich flavours, fresh seafood and dishes made for sharing. During our visit to My Little Spanish Place, we tried four dishes: Croquetas de Jamón (ham), Vieiras (baby Galician scallops), Pulpo (grilled octopus) and the signature Paella de la Casa (seafood rice).
Each dish had its own appeal, but the grilled octopus was my personal favourite. If you are planning to explore Spanish food in Singapore, here is what we enjoyed during our meal.
1. Croquetas de Jamón – Crispy Spanish Ham Croquettes
We started with the Croquetas de Jamón, which came in a serving of four pieces. These golden croquettes were crispy on the outside, while the inside was smooth and creamy, with pieces of jamón adding a savoury flavour. I enjoyed them with a glass of fruity red wine, which paired nicely with the rich, savoury filling of the croquettes. It was a lovely way to kick off our Spanish meal!
If you are unfamiliar with jamón, it is the Spanish word for ham. Spanish jamón is traditionally made by curing pork and is often served in thin slices.
I enjoyed the contrast between the crispy exterior and the creamy filling. The pieces of jamón also added extra flavour, making these croquettes a good starter for our Spanish meal.
If you enjoy crispy snacks with a creamy filling, this is a dish worth trying at My Little Spanish Place.
2. Vieiras – Grilled Baby Galician Scallops with Garlic Butter
Next, we had the Vieiras, or grilled baby Galician scallops with roe. The scallops were cooked a la plancha, a Spanish cooking technique that involves cooking food on a hot flat surface, and served with garlic butter and fresh herbs.
The scallops were nicely cooked, and I particularly enjoyed the garlic butter flavour. The baby scallops were sweet, while the garlic butter and fresh herbs added fragrance without overpowering their natural sweetness.
I liked how the scallops retained their natural flavour while taking on the rich taste of the garlic butter. For seafood lovers looking for something different from the usual seafood dishes in Singapore, these grilled scallops are worth considering.
3. Pulpo – Tender Grilled Octopus with Saffron Potato Purée
The highlight of my meal at My Little Spanish Place was the Pulpo, a grilled octopus leg served with saffron potato purée, romesco sauce, parsley and paprika oil.
Cooking octopus well can be tricky. If it is overcooked, the meat can become tough and difficult to chew. However, the octopus leg here was very well prepared. The meat was soft, tender and easy to bite, while retaining its natural sweetness.
What made the dish even better was the saffron potato purée. It paired beautifully with the octopus, adding another layer of flavour and making each bite more satisfying. The romesco sauce and paprika oil also complemented the dish.
This was my favourite dish at My Little Spanish Place! I particularly enjoyed the tenderness of the octopus and how well it went with the saffron potato purée.
If you are a fan of grilled octopus or want to try a Spanish seafood dish beyond paella, I would recommend giving the Pulpo a try.
4. Paella de la Casa – My Little Spanish Place’s Signature House Paella
Of course, we could not leave without trying the Paella de la Casa, the restaurant’s signature house paella.
This Spanish rice dish is cooked in a flavourful seafood broth with sofrito, a traditional Spanish cooking base commonly made with ingredients such as tomatoes, onions and garlic. The paella is packed with prawns, baby squid, fish, chicken and chorizo.
With seafood and meat in the same pan, there was a variety of ingredients to enjoy. The seafood broth gave the rice its savoury flavour, while the prawns, squid and fish added a seafood element to the dish. The chicken and chorizo provided additional flavours.
Chorizo is a seasoned Spanish sausage that may be cured, fermented or smoked, depending on the variety. Its savoury taste complements the other ingredients in the paella.
If you enjoy paella in Singapore, you may also want to check out FOC Restaurant, another option for Spanish food and paella. Comparing different restaurants is a fun way to discover which style of Spanish rice dish you prefer.
Is My Little Spanish Place Worth Visiting for Spanish Food in Singapore?
Overall, we enjoyed our meal at My Little Spanish Place along Bukit Timah Road. The four dishes gave us a chance to experience different aspects of Spanish cuisine, from crispy tapas and sweet scallops to grilled octopus and the signature house paella.
Here is a quick summary of what we tried:
- Croquetas de Jamón: Crispy on the outside, with a smooth, creamy filling and savoury pieces of Spanish ham.
- Vieiras: Sweet baby Galician scallops with fragrant garlic butter and fresh herbs.
- Pulpo: Tender grilled octopus with natural sweetness, paired beautifully with saffron potato purée. This was my favourite dish!
- Paella de la Casa: A hearty Spanish rice dish with seafood, chicken and chorizo, cooked in a flavourful seafood broth.
If you are searching for a Spanish restaurant in Singapore, My Little Spanish Place is worth considering for a meal featuring tapas, seafood and paella. For me, the Pulpo was the standout dish and the one I would be most tempted to order again.
Have you tried My Little Spanish Place or FOC Restaurant? I would love to hear which dishes you enjoyed most!
Bonus Tip: Free Parking at My Little Spanish Place
One bonus of dining at My Little Spanish Place along Bukit Timah Road is the parking! If you are driving there for a meal, parking is free after 5pm on weekdays, as well as on Sundays and public holidays. This is a nice little bonus for those who prefer to drive, especially when dining with family or friends. Besides enjoying Spanish food, you can also save on parking fees!
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Disclaimer: This review is based on my personal dining experience. Food preferences may differ from person to person.
Location:
619 Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 269720
You can find directions on HERE
Operating Hours:
Mon Closed
Tue to Sun 6:30PM – 10:30PM (Dinner)
Sat to Sun 12:00PM - 2:30PM (Lunch)
