Bar Alfalfa is a bar in Santa Cruz, Seville. Rated 4.6 stars from 8036 Google reviews. Known for pork cheeks and beef cheeks and wine and beer selection. Best for solo lunch and groups 2-4. Price range: €10-20.
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Bar Alfalfa
Across 7,597 rated reviews, 92% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 8,036 |
| 1-star share | 2.1% |
| Best for | Dinner |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“We've ordered cod, pork cheeks, chicken, stir-fried squid and salmorejo.”
“Hemos pedido bacalao, carrillada, pollo, wok de calamares y salmorejo.”
“Great atmosphere, excellent beer served on tap, and an extensive wine list.”
“Buen ambiente, cerveza muy buena y bien tirada, extensa carta de vinos.”
“We ordered a ham sandwich with coffee and orange juice.”
“Nosotros pedimos tostada con jamón (bocadillo) con café y zumo de naranja.”
Quick Verdict
Authentic, crowded, and consistently excellent—the pork cheeks and salmorejo justify the queue.
You want excellent pork cheeks and don't mind standing in a queue or eating shoulder-to-shoulder.
About Bar Alfalfa
A simple, rustic little bar in Santa Cruz that runs on no reservations and a first-come, first-served logic — find a seat, then go to the bar to order, and listen for your name. The room is small and loud, and it fills fast, but the kitchen moves quickly. The pork cheek stew is what people keep coming back for, and the salmorejo, the paella and the jamón ibérico all earn their place on the table. There are gluten-free options too, which is worth knowing. Staff are genuinely friendly — one local reviewer specifically thanks Khaled by name — and the energy they bring, music turned up and all, is part of what makes the place feel like a neighbourhood staple rather than a tourist stop.
In the last 90 days, Bar Alfalfa has drawn 35 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Pork cheeks and beef cheeks
Multiple recent reviews single out the pork cheek stew and beef cheek stew as standout dishes; one local reviewer specifically recommends the carrillera al vino tinto.
Wine and beer selection
Reviews consistently mention an extensive wine list and very well-kept beer; the GBP highlights name both as strengths.
Fast turnover and authentic vibe
A recent visitor noted a 15-minute queue at 1pm that moved quickly; multiple reviews describe the busy, lively atmosphere as genuine and welcoming rather than a drawback.
Practical Information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bar Alfalfa
Bar Alfalfa in Santa Cruz, Seville operates first-come, first-served with no reservations. Queues form at peak times, especially dinner, but the space turns over quickly—a 15-minute wait at lunch is typical.
Bar Alfalfa is known for its pork cheek stew, beef cheek stew, salmorejo, and black noodles with squid. All are homemade and worth ordering; locals and repeat visitors consistently name these dishes.
Bar Alfalfa has an extensive wine selection and a notably well-kept beer list. Cocktails are also expertly made, and staff offer knowledgeable recommendations.
Bar Alfalfa is popular for solo dining, especially at lunch. Locals eat alone at the bar or at small tables; the informal, lively atmosphere and quick service make it comfortable for one person.
Bar Alfalfa is a small, intimate room that fills quickly. During peak hours it feels crowded, but the fast turnover and efficient service mean tables open up regularly.
Parking in Santa Cruz is difficult to find, as noted in local feedback. Plan to arrive on foot or by public transport.
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Hot Score: 74/100 · ranked October 2026
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