Jamon Jamon

£13 - £26 / Spanish, European, Mediterranean, Vegetarian options

38 Parkway, London

Opening hours

12PM-11:30PM

Sunday 12PM-11:30PM
Monday 12PM-11:30PM
Tuesday 12PM-11:30PM
Wednesday 12PM-11:30PM
Thursday 12PM-11:30PM
Friday 12PM-11:30PM
Saturday 12PM-10PM

Exquisite Tapas at Camden's Spanish Gem

Tucked away in the bustling heart of Camden, Jamón Jamón captures a fragment of Spain with a stroke of its culinary charm. As you step inside, you’re enveloped by an ambiance reminiscent of a quaint Spanish garden—thanks to the enchanting skylight and flourishing plants—and serendipitously accompanied by the faint, soulful croon of Flamenco from afar. One can envision Amy Winehouse dining here; it’s almost as if her spirit serenades the diners along with the background music. The staff is as vibrant as the décor, their warmth extending from heartfelt greetings right to the final farewell.

I had the pleasure of savoring the seafood paella, and oh, did it command attention—brimming with a generous helping of mussels and succulent shrimp, leaving a lingering taste of the Mediterranean on my palate. The juxtaposition of flavorful paella against crunchy patatas bravas set the mood alight, spurring a craving for more. With Sangria in hand, albeit having perceived a tad excessive frizzle of soda, I could still appreciate the intended fruity merrymaking. While some minor discrepancies like under-seasoned calamari cropped up, they merely did a twirl around the splendid chorus of authentic flavors provided. Luca and Otto, as praised by many, ensured every table felt more like a community than a cluster of strangers, all congregating beneath Camden's watchful gaze. For delectable tapas on your next visit to London, Jamón Jamón is undoubtedly una joya—a hidden gem—to embrace. — Clarissa Cuisinier