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If you're looking to put something on toast, may we recommend the 5J Jamón Ibérico de Bellota? Without going the whole hog on, well, the hog, "5J" means "cinco juntos," or "5-star." It's the highest grade in the ham world, sourced from a pig that spent its entire life roaming through oak tree groves and eating acorns (while developing a delicate, nutty flavor to be appreciated later). Be sure to eat this with the pan con tomate. The first time we ate at Dos Besos, we began eating the toast and meat separately like complete animals until the waiter ran over, horrified, and instructed us to put one atop the other. Magic ensued.


5J Jamón Ibérico de Bellota

Simplicity in its highest form. Crusty bread is rubbed with a little bit of garlic and a lot of tomato pulp, then drenched in olive oil. There's a joke in here about needing a life vest or something. We'll work on it. Also, if it wasn't clear earlier: order some jamón with this.

Pan Con Tomate 

A very silky, extremely smooth pancake made from oil-slicked potato slices and fluffy eggs. This one is much thicker than other versions of the classic Spanish dish, which often are flatter, but that just means a more creamy texture in the middle. Spoon on some of the sharp garlic aioli on the side to balance out those startchy, salty flavors.

Tortilla Española

Thick, juicy octopus chunks are cooked just right—tender and soft, like our hearts after watching the opening scene in *Tarzan*. Yes, there is copious amounts of olive oil. Duh. Are you even reading this review?


Pulpo a la Gallega

It’s a mixed green salad atop a thin sheet of raw tuna with little pops of capers and, yes, a healthy dose of olive oil. A nice thing to order if you want greens on the table.


Atún Crudo

Forgo other entrees and maybe that day’s lunch to ensure you have room for this dish. Mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp, and two very large prawns are scattered throughout, but the real star is the saffron-tinged rice. It's incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked, with a golden-brown crust on the bottom. Enjoy scraping the cast-iron skillet for every last crispy morsel.


Paella del Mar

Our second-favorite paella at Dos Besos. The jet-black squid ink lends an intense layer of savoriness and a goth-approved color. It tastes salty, umami-y, and very, very rich. The flavor of the stained rice is like the bottom of the ocean: extremely deep and a little scary. 

Paella En Su Tinta 

There are three types of sorbet (lemon, coconut, and pineapple), each served in the husk of the fruit from which it’s made. Maybe we’re easily entertained, but it’s a nice touch. We like the coconut best, a slushy dairy-free sorbet that pairs well with a post-meal digestif or espresso.


Coconut Sorbeto

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