The team behind El Gato Negro has launched a new sister venue, El Gatito, at Media City in Salford. Situated next door to Nell’s, the new kitchen and wine bar offers a casual spin on the brand’s renowned Spanish dining experience.
Spanish tapas and loaded focaccias
The menu at El Gatito centres around traditional Spanish tapas, extensive charcuterie boards, and deeply filled, loaded focaccia sandwiches wrapped for easy eating. Dishes include classic padrón peppers, sizzling prawns garnished with fresh red chilies, thick slices of Spanish tortilla, croquetas, and rich meat dishes in savoury sauces. Patrons can also order branded cans of vibrant sangria and green matcha-style drinks straight from the counter.
Happy hour and tapas deals
To cater to everyday lunches and the post-work crowd, El Gatito offers a dedicated set menu where guests can choose three selected tapas dishes for £15. Drink specials feature prominently, with a happy hour promotion bringing the cost of pints and glasses of sangria down to £5 each. For larger groups, fruit-filled sangria is available in large sharing pitchers.
The interior space is designed with blue velvet seating, patterned tiled floors, and eclectic framed artwork, including a prominent painting of a black cat playing pool. Outside the Salford Quays spot, a terrace fitted with woven green and white bistro tables provides a place to unwind and share plates.
📍El Gatito, 3 Media City, Salford, M50 2EQ.
