Costa Brava
One of several well-placed eating and drinking spots on the scenic Plaça del Prat de Sant Pere, this vermouth-loving tapas joint has an excellent range of…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
Cuenca
Romero is one of Cuenca's new breed of contemporary restaurants with a well-executed menu with a dash of creativity: salmon ceviche, foie gras with…
Bilbao
On a mostly pedestrian lane near the bridge to the old town, La Camelia serves up excellent vegan fare, including hijiki salad, quinoa tabbouleh, tofu or…
Cuenca
Tucked down a narrow pedestrian street near the cathedral, Raff's innovative culinary convictions run deep with lively fresh flavours and combinations…
Mallorca
Step down off the street and into this wonderfully cavernous cellar restaurant with soaring ceilings and old wine barrels. Its specialities are barbecued…
Mallorca
One of Gènova's best, hearty, traditional Mallorcan restaurants is Mesón Ca'n Pedro, famous for its frit mallorquí (a lamb, liver and vegetable hash)…
Bilbao
Colombo has real style with its big booths, vintage fixtures, oversized windows and upbeat grooves playing overhead. The food is no afterthought, however,…
Toledo
This hotel restaurant enjoys one of Toledo's most magical locations for dining alfresco: it's tucked into a private garden entered via its own gate in the…
Pollença
More contemporary than most and superb in every respect, Clivia gathers around an inner courtyard, where a mosaic of pine panels and bell-shaped lights…
Castilla y León
La Alberca's most creative kitchen holds fast to the town's meat-eating obsession, but does a few riffs along the way, such as the sirloin medallions…
La Latina & Lavapiés
This wonderfully restored 17th-century posada (inn) is something of a local landmark. The atmosphere is formal, the decoration sombre and traditional …
Salamanca
Enjoy a romantic intimate ambience and Italian-inspired dishes like asparagus, mint and cheese risotto or farfalle with tomato, bacon, vodka and parmesan…
Barcelona
Bodega 1900 mimics an old-school tapas and vermouth bar, but don't be fooled: this venture from respected chef Albert Adrià unveils gastronomic tapas such…
Costa Brava
One of the village's top dining destinations also offers sweeping views over the countryside from its garden-like terrace just northeast of the cathedral…
Nerja
There's a truly gorgeous setting here, both indoors and outside in the garden, which is gently stepped to its furthest section overlooking the sea…
Madrid
Juan Mari Arzak, one of Spain's most famous chefs, has finally set up shop in Madrid just off Plaza de Santo Domingo. Bringing Basque innovation to bear…
Valencia
The deal here is that they've picked their favourite dishes encountered around the world and made a Valencian tapas plate from them, so you can pick from…
Mallorca
Sit inside by the exposed stone walls or opt for the garden at this converted 18th-century house. What's on the five-course tasting menu depends on the…
Palma de Mallorca
This classic seafood joint is the ideal place to sample the delights of the deep, in the former fishing village of Portixol. The catch of the day (sold by…
Palma de Mallorca
Funky Santa Catalina is the logical neighbourhood for this dedicated Cajun-Creole restaurant, the first outpost of New Orleans cool in Palma. Bayou…
San Sebastián
This superlative restaurant, 9km southwest of San Sebastián, is considered by gourmands to be among the world's finest dining addresses. The chef, Martín…
Basque Country
One of the best, if somewhat underrated, pintxo spots in town, Saburdi serves gourmet morsels of perfection in its stone-walled interior or sunny outdoor…
Valencia Province
At the end of El Palmar's main street, the luminous dining room at El Sequer de Tonica is deservedly highly esteemed by Valencians for its rice dishes,…
Sóller
This restaurant is a burst of colour on Carrer de Sa Lluna. Aim for a seat in the lovely courtyard garden, framed by scarlet bougainvillea. Danish owned,…
León
As good for tapas (try the croquettes) as for first drinks (wines by the glass start at €1.50), La Trébede is always full. The decor is eclectic – deer's…
Valencia
There's a very likeable old-fashioned feel about this place, which offers stalwart Spanish cuisine at fair prices. Expect plenty of stew-type dishes such…
Southern Mallorca
One of Cala d'Or's top tables, Port Petit adds an innovative spin to local seafood and produce, served on a covered terrace whose dazzling whiteness…
Sevilla Province
Stylish and perennially packed, this slick side-street operation ensures a full house with its contemporary approach to Spanish cooking. In line with the…
Palma de Mallorca
One of former-fishing-village Portixol's excellent seafood restaurants, Sa Roqueta has been doing as little as possible to the daily catch since 1987…
Málaga
The original Cervantes bar-restaurant (there are now four) is a little more boisterous and crowded than the Mesón around the corner, although the menu is…
Valladolid
This bar is much-awarded for its creative tapas – they've done well not just at local competitions but nationwide. To see what all the fuss is about, try…
San Sebastián
Just back from Playa de la Concha, Lanziego is all class, with its chandeliers, comfy booths and white-linen settings. Although the food might lack some…
Castilla y León
This appealing little French crêperie adds some much-needed variety to Soria's culinary scene. Savoury versions include minced meat with Camembert and…
Logroño
Take a break from animal products at this handsome vegan eatery on the main plaza. Friendly English-speaking staff serve up delicious comfort fare like…
Alicante Province
Near the station, La Despensa offers handsome traditional decor and excellent cuisine. It does some great rices, including a very tasty one with rabbit…
Ronda
You’ll need to reserve ahead in order to enjoy a meal at Bardal, the flagship restaurant of celebrity chef Benito Gómez. The astounding 15- to 19-course…
Murcia
Favoured by well-heeled conservative Murcians, this elegant but comfortable spot has a lively bar and truly excellent eating in its split-level restaurant…
Sevilla Province
A bit out from the historic centre, this buzzing spot is one of Écija's favourite tapas bars. Its outdoor tables, shaded by a gnarled olive tree, are much…
Palma de Mallorca
Happening upon this place in the evening when everything else in the vicinity is closed is like discovering a hidden secret. Hugely popular and deservedly…
Madrid
Going strong since 1870 and run by the sixth generation of the Verdasco family, Taberna La Bola is a much-loved bastion of traditional Madrid cuisine. If…
