Besa – Spanish Tapas Bar Bondi

Ask the Hall Street dining crowd where they go for proper tapeo, and the answer is invariably Besa. Moody lighting. Spot-on playlists. Spectacular, fiercely authentic Spanish plates. This is the exact room you want for a long, wine-soaked sobremesa. Food obsessives are quietly tracking this place for its flawlessly executed seafood—think impossibly tender octopus and brilliantly balanced blue mackerel. Traditionalists will respect the fideuà and crisp pan con tomate, while the golden patatas bravas are simply non-negotiable. Even the house bread is a massive step up from standard restaurant fare. Wash it all down with a fiery spicy margarita that completely skips the tired pre-mix. Paired with genuinely warm hospitality, it’s an impeccably vibey addition to the beachside circuit.