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El Portón

Benowa

Updated: Dec 13, 2024

El Portón is a stunning Spanish Kitchen nestled within the Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre. 

Be transported to a Mediterranean Island, no passport needed, with a mouthwatering menu of tapas-style eats, exceptional wine and cocktails. 

Table setting, El Portón Benowa

The airy and vibrant venue features light and dark timber furniture, pops of greenery, an apricot tiled bar, marbled benchtop and pendant lighting. 

El Portón Benowa

When it comes to the food, a tasty selection of tapas-style plates are available that highlight the bold, fresh flavours of Spain and showcase the finest seasonal and local produce. Some standouts include the Angelachu anchovy, Burleigh Baker brioche, Pepe Saya cultured butter; Crispy piquillo pepper, stuffed with sobrasada (creamy chorizo), goats cheese and palm honey; Marinated white anchovies, guindillas, Bonilla chips; Kingfish crudo, ajo blanco, grapes; South Ballina pipis in dry sherry, golden garlic fried bread and garlic prawns. 

El Portón Benowa

Pair your fare with a carefully curated cocktail list, Spanish wine, beer or spirits. 

Images courtesy of El Portón

El Portón 

Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre

Shop 32/203 Ashmore Rd, 

Benowa

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