Tío Leo
Café & Bistro on Bishops Place, West Hoe
Spanish tapas cooked fresh in our open kitchen, served with a Costa Rican welcome. A little bistro full of plants, big portions, and a host who'll remember your name.
A little piece of Spain, with a Costa Rican heart
Tío Leo is a small, colourful bistro a few minutes' walk from Plymouth Hoe, full of plants, fairy lights and the smell of garlic and paprika. Everything is cooked to order in the open kitchen, from gambas pil pil to creamy seafood risotto.
Leo brings the warmth of Costa Rica to every table. Come for lunch, stay for the sangria, and don't leave without trying the tres leches cake.
- Book aheadIt's a cosy room and fills up fast, especially evenings.
- Dog friendlyBring the dog along.
- Sangria & cocktailsPlus Spanish beer and a good wine list.
- For every dietVegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
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Loved by locals and visitors
Guests come back for the seafood risotto, the gambas pil pil and the tres leches cake, and for a welcome that makes a first visit feel like a regular's.
Read the reviews on TripadvisorOpening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12:00 to 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 to 21:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 to 21:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 to 21:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 to 21:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
17 Bishops Place, West Hoe, Plymouth PL1 3BW
A short walk from the Hoe. Street parking nearby, or use the car park by the marina.
17 Bishops Place, West Hoe
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Book a table
It's a small room, so booking is the best way to get a seat. For today or tomorrow, the quickest way is to call.
Planning a birthday or a table for a crowd, or want a whole tres leches cake for a celebration? Send the details and Leo will get back to you.
Call 07307 563676