Must-see restaurants in Spain

  • Bar Torrecilla

    Logroño

    The best pintxos in town? You be the judge. Go for the melt-in-your-mouth foie gras or the mini-burgers, or anything else that takes your fancy, at this…

  • Julia Bakery

    Málaga

    It’s hard to imagine there’s a better bakery in Málaga than Julia’s. Fresh bread, flaky scones and strong coffee form a holy breakfast trinity. You can…

  • Castillo el Collado Restaurant

    Basque Country

    There's an old-world feeling to the place, and classic Riojan dishes like roasted suckling pig. There's also an English-language menu, and, naturally, a…

  • Sa Fàbrica de Gelats

    Sóller

    Legendary ice cream. Among the 40 or so trays of locally made flavours, those concocted from fresh orange or lemon juice are outstanding. There's a large…

  • Recyclo Bike Café

    Málaga

    Trendy cafe with affiliated bike shop where you can enjoy a 'Wiggins' salad or exceedingly cheap cakes, coffee and breakfasts. Old bikes adorn the walls…

  • La Cosmopolita

    Málaga

    La Cosmopolita dependably draws a crowd with its sophisticated mix of time-tested classics (cured cheeses and Iberian meats, Gillardeau oysters, squid…

  • Colmado 93

    Málaga

    If this jam-packed bar with floor-to-ceiling shelves conjures up visions of a vintage grocery store, well...that's exactly what it once was. Nowadays the…

  • Gran Clavel

    Madrid

    The mainstay of lunches for many madrileños are called casas de comidas – restaurants serving home cooking. This casa de comidas is an upmarket version of…

  • Restaurante La Fructuosa

    Málaga Province

    Hotel La Fructuosa's delightful restaurant serves a creative menu that ranges from fennel velouté with toasted pistachios to asparagus and lemon risotto…

  • Gofio

    Madrid

    The proud owner of a Michelin star, Gofio brings to the capital a whole cookbook full of innovative takes on traditional recipes from the Canary Islands…

  • Entrance to Café Artysana.

    Café ArtySana

    Valencia

    A welcoming eatery that doubles as a creative space for local artists. The charming owners create a simple menu focused on healthy food and local…

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    Ocaña

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    A flamboyant, elegantly designed multispace venture with high ceilings, chandeliers, plush furnishings and tables on Plaça Reial, Ocaña blends late-night…

  • Black Remedy facade.

    Black Remedy

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    Local artisan beer? Check. Pulled-pork sandwiches? Check. Superb Barcelona-sourced coffee? Absolutely. An industrial-like space with floor-to-ceiling…

  • The entrance to Lambuzo on Calle Ponzano.

    Lambuzo

    Madrid

    Lambuzo unabashedly declares its love for all things Andalucian. Seafood-centred dishes transport diners straight to the beaches of Cádiz; cuttlefish…

  • Pizza al Cuadrado, inside of Gourmet Experience.

    Pizza al Cuadrado

    Madrid

    Looking for Madrid’s take on fast food? Pizza al Cuadrado’s squares of crisp dough – with toppings such as potato, pesto and pine nuts or pumpkin cream,…

  • Benedict facade.

    Benedict

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    As the name suggests, brunch is the main event at friendly bistro-inspired Benedict, with eggs prepared every which way, savoury pancakes and even a full…

  • Cu-Cut facade.

    Cu-Cut!

    L'Eixample

    Named after a popular early-19th-century Catalan satirical magazine, Cu-Cut! is a beautiful beamed tavern with a large covered porch, a timber bar and a…

  • Street view of El Rebujito from Calle Cadiz.

    Taberna El Rebujito

    Valencia

    Named for an Andalusian cocktail, this popular tapas bar serves favourite bites from the southern Spanish region. The menu includes Andalusian classics…

  • Ispal restaurant yellow wall with sign.

    Ispal

    Parque de María Luisa & South of Centre

    Improbably located in the Prado de San Sebastián bus station, this celeb haunt flies the flag for regional Andalucian cuisine. Imaginative and impeccably…

  • Lascar 74 facade.

    Lascar 74

    Barcelona

    At this self-styled 'ceviche and pisco bar', oyster shooters with leche de tigre (the traditional ceviche marinade) are served alongside exquisite…

  • Street view of Mare Meua with outdoor tables.

    Mare Meua

    Valencia

    With bright yellow walls and red tiles, this cosy bar on a quiet corner serves cheap and cheerful snacks. Colourful cold and hot montaditos served on…

  • Interior of El Anciano Rey de los Vinos.

    El Anciano Rey de los Vinos

    Madrid

    With outdoor seating that gives you an unbeatable view of the cathedral, this bar has been serving vermouth and its unique house wine – a sweet number…

  • The house specialty okonomiayki at Sublime Tokyo.

    Sublime Tokyo

    Madrid

    In Japan, Sublime Tokyo is a chain with nearly 300 locations, but this cosy restaurant is its first overseas eatery. Specialising in authentic Tokyo…

  • The entrance to WareHouse.

    WareHouse

    Madrid

    Located in a restored palacete (small palace), elegant WareHouse boasts a farm-to-table restaurant, Rhum Bar and an outdoor patio lush with grape vines…

  • La Mucca's flag flies on Calle del Prado.

    La Mucca de Prado

    Madrid

    This wildly popular outpost of the similarly cool Malasaña La Mucca serves up terrific local dishes such as jamón (ham) platters, but the menu is mostly…

  • Mr Kao facade.

    Mr Kao

    L'Eixample

    Within the grand Hotel Claris, this elegant Shanghai-style dim sum restaurant serves top-flight dumplings. They're not cheap, but every bite is a joy; the…

  • Bottles and glasses at El Diario.

    El Diario de Huertas

    Madrid

    This bar and restaurant has been serving old-fashioned home cooking since 1879. The menu includes typical tapas, cheeses, cured ham and sausages, and…

  • Casa Jacint's facade, close to the Senate building.

    Casa Jacinto

    Madrid

    A favourite of local politicians due to its location just outside the Senate building, Casa Jacinto is famous for its meat, fish of the day and wide…

  • Interior of San Anton indoor market in Madrid city @Fotokon/Shutterstock

    Mercado de San Antón

    Chueca

    Spain’s fresh food markets make for an interesting alternative to bars and restaurants. Many have been transformed to meet all of your food needs at once…

  • The facade of L'Artisan French/Japanese restaurant.

    L'Artisan

    Madrid

    Two parallel menus, one French and one Japanese, make this restaurant a unique choice. The lunch menu changes daily, or you can enjoy a sampler for two…

  • Goiko Grill's facade

    Goiko Grill

    Madrid

    A strong player on Madrid’s burgeoning burger scene, Goiko Grill has several locations around the city. The modern, minimal design puts the emphasis where…

  • El Huerto de Lucas, as seen from Callle San Lucas.

    El Huerto de Lucas

    Chueca

    Madrid’s only entirely organic food market, El Huerto de Lucas is home to individual vendors as well as a restaurant, cafe and juice bar. Earth-friendly…

  • Multicoloured cupcakes at Celicioso.

    Celicioso

    Chueca

    Gluten-free options are rare in Madrid, but Celicioso makes up for that lack with its selection of coeliac-friendly pastries. You can grab a table and…

  • Ice-cream counter at Soler.

    Soler

    Valencia

    Most come for silky-smooth ice cream and sorbet but Soler also has 40-plus years’ experience making two local delicacies: horchata (a sweet drink made…

  • El Lateral located in Plaza Santa Ana.

    El Lateral

    Madrid

    One of the better bars surrounding Plaza de Santa Ana, El Lateral does terrific pinchos (snacks), the perfect accompaniment to the fine wines on offer…

  • Carmela Restaurante

    Granada

    Traditional tapas updated for the 21st century are the star turn at this smart all-day cafe-restaurant at the jaws of the Realejo quarter. Bag a table in…

  • Xanacuk, nestled between stores in the Chueca neighbourhood.

    Xanacuk

    Chueca

    This juice and salad bar is very veggie-friendly and locals and tourists alike enjoy stopping in for a healthy boost. With options for vegetarians and…

  • Deli counter at Ultramarinos Agustin Rico

    Ultramarinos Agustín Rico

    Valencia

    On a busy corner, this spacious deli and bar is decorated with legs of jamón (ham) and shelves of wine. Perch at the bar to enjoy, or order a bocadillo to…

  • Street view of La Tasqueta del Mercat with Ruzafa Market in the background

    La Tasqueta del Mercat

    Valencia

    Asian-influenced tapas are delicious at this bustling modern eatery near the market. Options are available à la carte or through a series of sampler menus…

  • Book Restaurant

    Valencia

    Clean modern lines, quirky decor and a quiet, in-the-know atmosphere mark this little place out as something of a standout. An array of riffs on classic…

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