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THE Spanish Fly

35 St Pauls St, Randwick NSW 2031, Australia

Recommended by 8 people

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Find THE Spanish Fly

35 St Pauls St, Randwick NSW 2031, Australia

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+61 2 9326 4417
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About THE Spanish Fly

At The Spot in Randwick, this spirited Spanish tapas bar turns shared dining into an effortless celebration. Expect quick table turns and welcoming hosts, making it a natural pit stop before catching a film next door at the Ritz. Regulars lean into a pitcher of sangria alongside crispy croquettes, empanadas, and saucy patatas bravas. Deeper into the menu, tender Galician octopus and beef skewers arrive hot for the table, capped off by a round of Frangelico sours.

  • Cinema-adjacent hangout: Positioned right by the Ritz Cinema, drawing pre-film crowds and late-night post-movie diners.
  • Neighborhood hospitality: Owner-led hospitality brings a cozy neighborhood vibe with personal greetings and thoughtful drink touches.
  • Tapas and sangria: Shared jugs paired with crispy croquettes, Galician octopus, empanadas, and saucy patatas bravas.
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Why Choose THE Spanish Fly

Why diners choose THE Spanish Fly for celebrations, cinema pairings, and neighborhood tapas

  • Lively Atmosphere for Group Celebrations

    The vibrant, intimate dining room provides a relaxed backdrop where sharing plates and drinks makes gatherings and milestone celebrations effortless.

    Cozy, intimate, and full of lively energy perfect for tapas lovers and anyone who enjoys sharing plates with good company.

    Chanchaya kuram

  • Thoughtful Host Hospitality

    Attentive staff and personal gestures from the owners ensure guests feel genuinely looked after throughout special occasions.

    The owner gave our table a round of free shots as we were celebrating an occasion which was lovely.

    Aoife

  • Effortless Pairing with Ritz Cinema Outings

    Located right next to the historic Ritz Cinema in The Spot, the restaurant makes dropping in for bites before or after a screening seamless.

    We dropped in after a movie at the Ritz and were seated in less than 10mins.

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Neighborhood Hub at The Spot

    A central address at The Spot provides Randwick locals and visitors an easy setting for spontaneous dinners and drinks.

    Great tapas restaurant at The Spot in Randwick next to the Ritz Cinema.

    Jonathan Blackwell

  • Flavorful and Varied Tapas Menu

    The kitchen delivers a diverse selection of shareable plates ranging from fresh octopus and scallops to paella balls and tortellini.

    A must try if you love flavourful and delicious food!

    Joulz D

  • Specialty Sangria and Paired Cocktails

    Signature sangria carafes and house cocktail pairings are crafted to complement communal tapas dining.

    We shared the Paella and Sangria special and it was perfect.

    John Rae

Top shareable tapas and signature dishes celebrated by locals

  • Patatas Bravas

    The patatas bravas? Chef’s kiss the sauce is a must-try!

    Chanchaya kuram

  • Truffle Mushroom Tortellini

    Truffle Mushroom Tortellini, sage, smoked salt butter. Another standout dish, with the perfect amount of truffle and who doesn't love a beautiful butter sauce.

    Joulz D

  • Octopus

    The food,especially the octopus, was amazing and the cocktails were unreal.

    Louis Heinrich

  • Empanadas

    Get the empanadas!

    Jonathan Blackwell

Other favorites

Specialty cocktails, house sangria, and indulgent desserts

  • Sangria

    We shared the Paella and Sangria special and it was perfect. And we know the difference between ordinary paella and the sweet rubbish sangria that gets dished out in so many places.

    John Rae

  • Frangelico Sour

    The Frangelico Sour was superb.

    Niki Vasiliadis

  • Pornstar Martini

    Had a pornstar martini it was one of the nicest I’ve ever had.

    Laura Reilly

  • Belgium Chocolate Pudding

    Catalan Custard and Belgium Chocolate Pudding Both DELICIOUS.

    Joulz D

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitable gestures and personal touches that elevate neighbourhood dining into memorable celebrations

  • Celebratory Rounds from the Owner

    When guests visit for celebrations, the owner personally marks the event with complimentary rounds of celebratory shots for the table.

  • Personalised Event Playlists

    For group events and celebrations, the owner personalises the room's ambience by playing the dining group's own custom Spotify playlist.

  • Hands-On Owner Welcomes

    Owner Susan directly welcomes guests upon arrival, creating an inviting, home-style hosting experience across the dining room.

  • Interactive Cocktail Hospitality

    Bartenders engage guests with infectious culinary enthusiasm and bespoke drink preparation, crafting standout cocktails paired with engaging bar conversation.

Before you head over

Practical advice for booking, pacing your plates, and pairing dinner with cinema plans at The Spot.

  • Book ahead for busy nights

    Evenings and weekends get packed quickly, so make a reservation in advance or be prepared for a brief wait as tables turn over swiftly.

  • Pace your tapas order

    Pairing tapas two plates at a time or ordering two dishes per person typically provides a well-portioned start before adding more.

  • Plan around cinema showtimes

    Situated right by the Ritz Cinema at The Spot, it is an easy stop for bites or drinks before or after a screening, with the kitchen closing at 10pm.

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