Tapas are a mix of cold and hot appetisers served in Spanish cuisine.

When you have a spread of these little dishes on your table, who needs a full meal? It’s the kind of thing you want when you’re catching up with close mates. Think an evening of good conversation and lots of stuff to nibble on.

These five places serve the best tapas in town:

1. Casa De Tapas, Dubai Creek Yacht Club

For more information call 04 416 1800.

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2. Al Hambra, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah

For more information call 04 4323232.

3. Salero Tapas & Bodega, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

For more information call 04 409 5888.

4. El Sur, The Westin Dubai

For more information call 04 399 7700.

5. Seville, Pyramids at Wafi

For more information call 04 324 4777.

Also read: seven places in Dubai to get a taste of Emirati cuisine.