Must-see restaurants in Spain

  • 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…

  • Beachouse

    South Ibiza

    Is it a bar? Beach club? Boutique? Restaurant? Beachouse is all of these, in one stylish unit on a prime patch of shoreside real estate at the southern…

  • Zarautz

    Barcelona

    A short hop from Barcelona Sants train station, you can take in some quality pintxos (Basque tapas) at Zarautz' polished-wood bar any time of the day, or…

  • Kiosco Los Arroyos

    El Hierro

    Overlooking the sparkling waves and natural pools at La Maceta, this laid-back beach shack whips up tasty fresh seafood, bowls of garbanzas (chickpeas…

  • La Mejillonera

    Burgos

    A popular stand-up place, La Mejillonera serves great mussels with a variety of sauces – we prefer them simple and steamed (al vapor). The patatas bravas …

  • 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…

  • 10.7

    Formentera

    Milan meets the Balearics at this fashionable Italian number, with a worldwide menu of sushi, pasta, seafood, salads, ceviche and grilled meats and…

  • 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…

  • La Burg

    Barcelona

    Catalan wines by the glass or bottle accompany sleek La Burg's gourmet burgers made from organic, farm-to-table ingredients. Cheese lovers should try La…

  • Casa Portuguesa

    Barcelona

    Overlooking Plaça del Diamant, Casa Portuguesa is a delightful bakery and purveyor of delicacies. The pasteis de belém (Portuguese-style custard tarts)…

  • La Higuera de Abuela

    El Hierro

    For a delightful dining experience in a tranquil rustic setting, head to this popular leafy patio restaurant, where traditional dishes like fried rabbit…

  • Pastelería Díaz

    La Laguna

    The bright-orange decor is a curious design choice for Pastelería Díaz, once voted one of the top 20 patisseries in Spain by a national newspaper. However…

  • Taberna de Antonio Sánchez

    La Latina & Lavapiés

    Behind one of the best-preserved old taberna facades in Madrid hides this gem of a traditional tapas bar famous for its Madrid specialities – tortilla de…

  • Bocasalina

    Formentera

    This sophisticated glass-fronted waterside restaurant rustles up home-cooked pasta, spot-on seafood and steaks, and paellas and fresh fish for sharing…

  • La Platilleria

    Barcelona

    Lovingly prepared tapas that change depending on the day's seasonal produce are the draw at this tucked-away spot in upper Poble Sec. Classic crowd…

  • Cafè & Bistro È Bo

    The Catalan Pyrenees

    With tables dotting the pavement, this laid-back cafe-restaurant is a buzzy spot to fuel up on tasty, uncomplicated Catalan-French food. Lively staff…

  • La Caleta

    La Latina & Lavapiés

    Around halfway down the Lavapiés hill, La Caleta is Andalucian down to its white-walled, flower-strewn dining area. The food is all about Cádiz, where…

  • 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…

  • Kasparo

    El Raval

    This friendly terrace cafe, overlooking a traffic-free square and playground from beneath the arches, is a favourite with the neighbourhood parents and…

  • Restaurante Sol

    Lanzarote

    Take a seat on the sun-soaked ocean-facing terrace and admire Famara's surf action and cascading cliffs while munching on grilled fish, artisan goat's…

  • Las Bajas

    Lanzarote

    A laid-back, colourfully contemporary cafe plating up creative 'beach food’ and millennial-style breakfasts: muesli bowls, organic eggs, smoothies, fresh…

  • Katuzarra

    Pamplona

    Contemporary asador Katuzarra uses Navarran oak to create the smoky charcoal used to cook its txuleton (seven-year-old dairy cow T-bone) alongside cuts of…

  • Bagel

    Palma de Mallorca

    The bagels are made here daily and have that authentic, slightly chewy, texture that can be so hard to find outside New York. The fillings are vegetarian…

  • Gurugú de la Plazuela

    Castilla-La Mancha

    Overlooking the small, atmospheric Plazuela de la Cárcel, the speciality of this historical tavern is mushrooms – lots of them – with some 16 varieties on…

  • Janatomo

    Chueca

    Restaurateurs Tomoyuki and Eiko Ikenaga arrived in Spain in the 1950s and have watched Spaniards slowly become accustomed to foreign cuisines – sushi bars…

  • Venus Delicatessen

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    This sweet little deli charms you from the minute you step down from the street into its bohemian interior. Artworks line the walls, plants overhang the…

  • La Botellería

    Ribadeo

    Head to this convivial bar, or its pretty white-tabled dining room, for good wine and original, varied and very tasty dishes including tuna tartare with…

  • 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…

  • Stay

    Northern Mallorca

    A slick slice of seaside chic, with an extensive outdoor dining area out on the pier, this is the place for yachties and their ilk. Seafood is the name of…

  • Hotel Juan II

    Castilla y León

    The restaurant at Hotel Juan II (mains €15 to €21), specialising in hearty meat dishes, is one of Toro's best. The food is on a par with other good places…

  • De Tapa Madre

    L'Eixample

    A lively atmosphere greets you from the moment you swing open the door. A few tiny tables line the window (there's also terrace seating out front), but…

  • Rapa Nui

    Fuerteventura

    This is a good choice on a sunny day (and there aren't few), with its lovely terrace and sea views. It runs the adjacent surf shop and serves sandwiches,…

  • Casa Rufo

    Bilbao

    Tucked in the back of a small deli and wine shop, Casa Rufo feels like a hidden dining spot – albeit one that's terrible at keeping secrets (reserve ahead…

  • La Fuente

    Cartagena

    Bright and busy, this place, which lives up to its name by indeed featuring a fountain, makes a top stop for a quick drink and a tapas. The speciality is…

  • Malabar Bodega

    Logroño

    When you need a break from stand-up pintxos bars, take a seat in this inviting eatery and drinking spot – which has good charcuterie boards, tapas, salads…

  • 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 –…

  • La Churreria Tradicional

    Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    You could conceivably sit outside but the nearby traffic's a bit snarly – just head inside and join the locals in ordering up filling servings of churros…

  • El Puerto

    La Gomera

    Specialising in fresh fish, this traditional bar-restaurant by the port is one of the best spots in town to try fresh local delicacies such as grilled…

  • El Almacen

    Ávila

    Just over the bridge and close to Cuatro Postes, El Almacen is a classy place that does the usual hearty meat dishes but there are some surprises (eg…

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