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Neon Jamon Chinatown

Spanish tapas bar serving traditional and modern small plates with an emphasis on Iberian ham, chorizo, and seafood.

Neon Jamon Chinatown, Liverpool · Baltic Triangle
Category
Restaurant
Duration
1h 30m
Best Time
Any time
Entry
€€
Rating
4.5 (445)
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About Neon Jamon Chinatown

Spanish tapas bar serving traditional and modern small plates with an emphasis on Iberian ham, chorizo, and seafood. The wine list focuses on Spanish regions with sherries available by the glass.

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Address
336-338 Smithdown Rd, Liverpool L15 5AN, UK
Neighborhood
Baltic Triangle
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Good to know

Tips, answered

Order a selection of the cured meats with manchego and pair with a glass of fino sherry before moving to hot tapas.

Plan for about 1h 30m.

Neon Jamon Chinatown is in the Baltic Triangle neighborhood of Liverpool. The address is 336-338 Smithdown Rd, Liverpool L15 5AN, UK. The area is well-served by metro.

This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

Closed on Sunday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.

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