Must-see restaurants in Andalucía

  • Dulces Dreams Cafeteria

    Málaga

    Located in an intimate traffic-free square, one of Málaga's great breakfast spots offers muesli, fruit juice, coffee, homemade yogurt and fresh-baked…

  • Bar-Restaurante Morilla

    Tarifa

    One of numerous eateries lying in wait along Calle Sancho IV El Bravo at the core of old-town Tarifa, no-frills Morilla is always busy with tarifeños…

  • La Cepa Gallega

    Cádiz

    Founded in 1920, this venerable old ultramarinos (grocer) under keen new ownership does delectable wax-paper tapas of Cádiz cheeses, buttered anchovies,…

  • Arrozbar La Pepa

    Cádiz

    For a decent paella, head 3km southeast along Playa de la Victoria on an appetite-inducing oceanside stroll or a quick bus 1 ride to Estadio (€1.10). The…

  • Aires de Doñana

    Andalucía

    Affectionately nicknamed La Choza (the Hut), this thatched-roofed, whitewashed local institution has one big thing going for it: knockout views of La…

  • La Cepa Playa

    Fuengirola

    In business since 1959, when Fuengirola inhabited a different universe (both politically and economically), La Cepa is a chiringuito near the harbour…

  • Xavi Taberna

    Andalucía

    On the quieter northern side of the paseo, Xavi's has a more contemporary style than the more touristic joints on the south side, and the meat and seafood…

  • El Camerino

    Málaga

    An understated sense of style pervades this casual resto with stool and couch seating and a canopy of wine glasses dangling above the bar. The French chef…

  • La Yedra

    Andalucía

    Rub elbows with the locals at this down-to-earth spot near Cazorla's market, where the lunchtime menú del día (including appetiser, main course, dessert…

  • Restaurante Oriza

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    The fabulous flavours of the Basque Country come to town at this upmarket eatery near the Parque de María Luisa. For the full-on à la carte experience,…

  • Casa Luciano

    Andalucía

    Of Ayamonte's many seafood restaurants, Casa Luciano is a worthy favourite. Everything on your plate is freshly cooked, minutes out of the water. Its…

  • Lan Sang

    Nerja

    The owner and chef are from Laos, so the dishes here are a subtle combination of Thai and Lao cuisines. As well as curries, stir-fries and soups, there's…

  • El Piano

    Granada

    Punchy world-wandering dishes like coconut dahl accompany plant-based twists on Andalucian classics such as tortilla, arroces (rice dishes) and albóndigas…

  • El Estrecho

    Marbella

    Estrecho (narrow) perfectly describes the tiny back alley that conceals this great little tapas bar, in business since 1954. Traditional tapas are the big…

  • Aljibe

    Arcos de la Frontera

    Andalucian flavours are laced with the influences of Moorish cuisine at Aljibe, set in the elegantly reimagined aljibe (cistern) of an 18th-century…

  • Poma

    Sanlúcar de Barrameda

    You could kick a football on Bajo de Guía and guarantee it'd land on a decent plate of fish, but you should probably aim for Poma, where the frito variado…

  • Tomillo Limón

    Costa del Sol

    Great for a glass of wine and a tapa or three, the 'Thyme and Lemon' is one of the better options in Mijas' array of mainly tourist-oriented eating stops…

  • Restaurante Garum

    Málaga

    Despite its location next to the ancient Roman amphitheatre, Garum specialises in refreshing new-age food, dousing Málaga's signature seafood in some rich…

  • Mercado de Abastos

    Vejer de la Frontera

    Now glammed up gastrobar-style, Vejer's early-20th-century Mercado de San Francisco has become a buzzy foodie hot spot full of world-wandering stalls…

  • Mingalario

    Sevilla Province

    This traditional tapas bar looks the part perfectly with its hanging hams, kitschy religious paintings and upturned barrels. In keeping with the look, the…

  • Mirador de Morayma

    Granada

    As romantic views go, few can rival the sight of the Alhambra glowing in the night sky from the Mirador's outdoor terrace. The restaurant, attractively…

  • La Pianola Casa Pepe

    Andalucía

    Always busy and animated, this smallish local corner restaurant manages to provide good and friendly service at the same time. And the food is excellent –…

  • Casa Julio

    Las Alpujarras

    Just above the main road and south of Pampaneira's church, rustic-style Casa Julio is a warm, family-owned favourite for lovingly prepared, home-cooked…

  • Casa Juan

    Costa del Sol

    The business dates back to the 1950s, but the fish is fresh daily at La Carihuela’s most famous seafood restaurant, attracting shoals of malagueños on…

  • Mesón El Molino

    Andalucía

    Atmospherically housed in a historic olive mill with stone floors and a gigantic water wheel, El Molino specialises in hearty Aracena-style cuisine…

  • Los Diamantes

    Granada

    A Granada institution, going strong since 1942, this scruffy, always-busy joint is one of the best tapas hangouts on bar-packed Calle Navas. It's standing…

  • Cervecería San Fernando

    Sevilla Province

    With ringside seating on Carmona's vibrant central square, enthusiastic service and flavoursome food, Cervecería San Fernando promises memorable dining…

  • Aroma Cafe & Secret Garden

    Costa del Sol

    The house dates to 1872, but the real charmer here is the secret garden out the back: a divine dining space under mature orange, fig and olive trees with…

  • Bar Bomborombillos

    Andalucía

    There's lots to love at this trendy back-alley tapas joint. Step through the old stone archway into an intimate, artsy space adorned with funky wooden…

  • Mesón Joaquín

    Las Alpujarras

    No prizes for spotting the star ingredient at this casual restaurant at the village's southern entrance: scores of cured hams hang from the ceiling in the…

  • Nuestra Tierra

    Almería

    One of several bars on Calle Jovellanos, this smart, casual eatery wins you over with its courtesy tapa (included with your first drink) and creative…

  • Las Eras Antonio Gázquez

    Andalucía

    This big, barn-like restaurant, hidden behind a petrol station at the northern entrance to town, is ideal for a filling lunch. Everyone from local…

  • Restaurante Albacara

    Ronda

    One of Ronda’s best restaurants, the Albacara is in the old stables of the Montelirio palace and teeters on the edge of the gorge. It serves up delicious…

  • La Tabernita

    Cádiz

    Despite its limited opening times, La Tabernita gets immediately rammed for its superb homemade, family-style tapas. Cazón al coñac (dogfish in brandy),…

  • Casa Joaquín

    Almería

    Fresh seafood is the draw at this historic Almería bodega, classically attired with hanging hams and rustic clutter. What's on offer depends on the day's…

  • Siloé Café & Grill

    Granada

    Tucked in behind the cathedral, the Siloé is something of a Jack of all trades, as good for a relaxed coffee as for a full-blown lunch or dinner. In…

  • Hotel Los Bérchules Restaurant

    Las Alpujarras

    Each evening, the restaurant of the Hotel Los Bérchules cooks up a three-course dinner with a choice of three starters and mains. Typically, you could…

  • Molino de la Romera

    Sevilla Province

    Housed in a cosy, 15th-century olive-oil mill complete with panoramic terrace, a lovely courtyard and coolly rustic interior, this popular restaurant…

  • Taberna-Tetería Hierbabuena

    Málaga Province

    Though it has its share of low-slung tables, shapely lampshades and silver teapots, the Hierbabuena isn't your average tetería (teahouse): it offers…

  • Cortijo Vistalegre

    Sevilla Province

    Italian pizzas star alongside classic cuts of Andalucian pork at this smartly rustic cortijo on the southwestern edge of town. Colourful wall hangings,…

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