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Picaderos
Manchego Croquettes
Mentioned multiple times as absolutely delicious and highly recommended as starters, praised for their flavor and quality.
Cheese Croquettes with Honey
Recommended for its delicious taste, noted by reviewers for being a delightful starter option.
Crispy Goats Cheese
Highly recommended for its great taste and quality, described as 'so good' and perfect as a tapas dish.
Lamb Shank
Recommended for its tender meat that 'melts in the mouth,' making it a standout main dish.
Prawns Pil-Pil
Recommended as a starter with authentic flavors, appreciated for its quality and taste.
Tomahawk Steak
Highly praised as fantastic and part of the top favorite dishes, noted for its quality and flavor.
Pulled Pork
Described as the best ever had by a reviewer, highlighting its exceptional taste and quality.
Paella
Mentioned as a popular main dish; while one reviewer found the vegetarian version could be better, others enjoyed the paella generally.
Sea Bass
Recommended as a main course option along with paellas, noted for being delicious and well prepared.
Churros
Recommended as a dessert, noted for being delicious and enjoyed by groups.
Cocktails
Highly recommended by friends for their quality and flavor despite being slightly pricey.
BBQ Burger
Mentioned as a main dish choice and recommended for its taste and quality.
Mussels
Recommended as part of starters, appreciated for their quality and taste.
Hours
| Monday | 4 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12:30 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 1 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Sunday | 1 to 10:30 PM |
About Picaderos
Picaderos is a Spanish, Latin American, and Mexican restaurant in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. Reviewers consistently praise the tapas, Spanish flavors, and friendly service, along with a lively atmosphere that works for groups and solo diners. It is known for an early bird menu, outdoor seating, and a vegetarian and vegan-friendly menu with many dishes that have plant-based counterparts. The price range is €20 to €60, and reservations are recommended because it is often busy.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Picaderos known for?
Picaderos is best known for tapas and Spanish-style dishes, especially its early bird menu and vegetarian options. Reviewers repeatedly mention strong Spanish flavors, with many saying the food quality stays high even on the lower-priced early bird service.
What dishes are most recommended at Picaderos?
Reviewers most often recommend the lamb shank, quesadillas, manchego croquettas, cheese croquettes with honey, and crispy goats cheese. The veg paella also comes up often, though one reviewer felt it was less impressive than the other dishes.
What is the atmosphere like at Picaderos?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, casual, romantic, and trendy, with live music and a bar adding to the buzz. It can get noisy when full, so it suits lively gatherings with friends, but it is also used for dinner dates and solo dining.
Is Picaderos good value, and what is the price range?
Picaderos is listed at €20 to €60, and several reviewers call it reasonably priced or great value, especially for the early bird menu from 17:00 to 19:00. Cocktails can be pricier, with one review mentioning them at €13, but the food is repeatedly described as worth it.
When is the best time to visit Picaderos?
The early bird window from 17:00 to 19:00 is specifically praised for value, while dinner service is often busy enough that booking is considered essential. Reviewers also note that Saturday evenings can be especially full, so reservations are the safest choice.
Is parking available at Picaderos?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Picaderos have vegetarian options?
Yes, Picaderos offers vegan options.
Is Picaderos kid-friendly?
Yes, Picaderos is good for kids.
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