Spanish
Mateo Bar de Tapas
Durham, North Carolina
Why stop here: Mateo Bar de Tapas is a $$$ spanish pick in Durham. Order Jamon croquetas.
CuisineSpanish
Price$$$
TownDurham
Spanish small plates with a Southern inflection in the old Book Exchange building, with a deep Spanish wine and sherry list.
What to order
Jamon croquetas
At Mateo Bar de Tapas, Roamward highlights Jamon croquetas because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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