Paripé
348 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
About
Indulge in traditional Spanish Tapas recipes & regional delicacies; Jamón, garlic prawns, pinxtos, conservas and more. Take a siesta in Surry Hills, no passport required.
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Reviews (5)
I would have given 0 stars if I could. The food was okay. We went without a reservation and the owner said we could get a seat. But another guest appeared without reservations too and then we were taken to another room which really looked like a storage place. They had unused table in front before the manager or whoever he is opened the door. It wasn't cozy or whatever, just felt like we weren't served well. :( Even felt like it was because of our looks 🙄... : edit okay this might be accusing but it felt like it. I was really looking forward to visit this place especially because my friend came from overseas just to see me and I felt really embarrassed to take her to a place like here. Other staffs were kind but I don't know about this restaurant place overall.. I wouldn't recommend people this restaurant. 😕 especially without reservations.
Delicious food, warm hospitality, rustic candles on the table - Paripé is everything you would want/need in a dining experience. The selection of tapas, jamon, cheese and wine were both generous and super tasty. Even the desserts or churros and crema catalana were so good too.
We went there around 5:45 without booking and there’s a spot outdoors. Later we needed to go to the bar for reserved seating but I totally understand. I started with a glass of Cava then a jug of sangria. For food we had beef and jamon croquettes and octopus. Food was very good. Especially octopus was very tender and meaty. The waitstaff were very friendly as well. Such a nice find in Surry ! Will be back to try other tapas dishes.
Booked a table for 2 at 6pm, but my guy was running late. I was seated upstairs in this lovely very romantic restaurant, gentle lighting, slightly dark but beautiful ambiance. I ordered a jug of sangria. It was light and well balanced. At 6.30pm I get a notice that he's stuck in traffic without a clear ETA!! but he is coming... By that time I've had three glasses of sangria and ordered a starter of their Paripe Iberico platter because I was hungry. I had the chance to try out my basic Spanish with the owner, who thought I spoke pretty well for someone who didn't learn it formally. I told the staff of my date's difficulties in keeping to time. It was close to 7pm, with new customers arriving and the place was booked out for the rest of the night. Now 1hr since original booking time, they graciously moved me to their backup room. It looked like a space for private dining etc, but that day there were three tables, none of which were not setup. The lovely staff set up the biggest table by the window and made me feel very comfortable there. When my platter arrived, I took the opportunity to take photos. The staff checked on me, ensuring I was feeling OK being alone, one was worried I was being stood up. How lovely of him to care! At 7.30pm guess who finally arrived. I resisted the urge to throw the sangria at him because it was too good to waste! 1.5hr late to a date! We ordered the croquetas of each type, the txistorra sausage, the anchovies and the mussels. The starter platter was gorgeous. More than enough for 3-4 people, but we were hungry so we didn't leave anything behind. The txistorra sausage was impressive in size too. I adored the flavor and texture of the eggplant and capsicum base, forming a delightful contrast with the sausage. The anchovy dish was very special with the very subtle anchovy stuffed olives. I enjoyed them the most rather than the whole anchovy. An honorable mention for the mussels esp the garlicky sauce which was velvety smooth. We should have ordered more bread to soak up it up, but we were absolutely full to the brim. The best however were the croquetas. All three delicious flavors, creamy and gooey on the inside, crisp on the outside. Incredibly good food at a very good price. This is not cheap eats, it's quality at a reasonable price. Highly recommended for food, service and ambiance. I will definitely be back, probably with a different date!
This was my first time having proper Spanish food at a restaurant and it genuinely surprised me in the best way. The meatballs were a standout — tender, rich, and served in a tomato-based sauce that was full of depth and flavor. My sister, who is usually quite picky with Spanish food, said the Jamón was one of the best she’s had — soft, delicate, and really well-balanced. The sangria was lovely too — a bit strong for someone like me who doesn’t usually drink wine, but still refreshing and enjoyable. We also had a prawn dish (I can’t remember the name), but it was definitely something I’d go back for. The price is slightly on the higher side, but for quality ingredients and the overall experience, it feels worth it — especially if you’re celebrating a special occasion.



