El Rincon de Rafa in Manchester offers a unique Basque-Spanish dining experience. Customers rave about the authentic Spanish cuisine, with highlights such as deep-fried hake, diced steak in pepper sauce, paella, fried sardines, and green olives. The atmosphere is described as great, reminiscent of Mediterranean restaurants with its Spanish paintings and airy space. However, some mention the challenge of navigating stairs to reach the restaurant. The menu includes a variety of tapas dishes like meatballs, seafood salad, potatoes with salsa, diced pork, sautéed mushrooms, breaded crab claws, and paprika chorizo. Set menu options are available for those looking to sample a range of dishes. Overall, El Rincon de Rafa is a hidden gem worth exploring for a taste of traditional Spanish flavors.