Burgos
Away from the main Burgos tapas hub but still close to the cathedral, La Favorita has an appealing, barn-like interior of exposed brick and wooden beams…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
Cadaqués
A short walk east of the main beach, this wine-centric gastrobar serves up outstanding tapas to tables on a small terrace facing the waterfront. Standouts…
Ronda
Walk straight through Ronda's old town and out of the Carlos V gate and the crowds mysteriously melt away, leaving just you and a few locals propping up…
Bilbao
This celebrated three-Michelin-stared restaurant offers a superb setting – a contemporary steel-and-glass structure perched on a hillside 9km outside…
San Sebastián
This is where chef Pedro Subijana creates cuisine that is a feast for all five senses. As with most of the region's top nueva cocina vasca restaurants,…
Madrid
Styling itself as a 21st-century Andalucian tavern, Bienmesabe is very much a part of the Calle de Ponzano night-time scene. The seafood is especially…
Murcia Province
In an attractive pink house on the principal pedestrian street, this likeable family-run restaurant is a sound bet. There's a series of rooms converted…
Girona
It's well worth venturing across the river to this low-key dining room serving up market-fresh daily specials like mouthwatering paella and grilled…
Bilbao
Located on the 3rd floor of the Euskalduna Palace concert venue, Etxanobe is one of Bilbao's top restaurants. Its various tasting menus showcase…
Granada
At this hit riverside restaurant, modern design goes hand in hand with Alhambra views and an eclectic menu of international dishes. Moroccan starters pave…
Southern Mallorca
Watch the boats blink in the port at this laid-back hillside restaurant. The seafood – from grilled calamari to Mallorcan prawns and stuffed courgettes –…
Chueca
One of Chueca's best bars, Celso y Manolo serves up tostadas for those in need of a snack, oxtail for those looking for a touch of the traditional, and a…
Alicante
This quality restaurant is strong on rice, seafood and fish, which arrives fresh daily from the wholesale markets of Dénia and Santa Pola. There’s a huge…
Logroño
It's hard not to be pulled inside to this sleek contemporary space on a bustling culinary corner. One look at the spread of heavenly, rather elaborate…
Madrid
This is our sort of deli, one that combines the full-display benefits of a deli with the sit-down comforts of a tapas bar. On offer is a tempting array of…
Girona
Savour some of Spain's most lip-smackingly delicious ice cream at Rocambolesc, part of the world-famous El Celler de Can Roca culinary clan. Candy-striped…
Palma de Mallorca
Considered by most Mallorcans to be the best of the best when it comes to ensaïmades, this traditional old pastry shop does a roaring trade in all sizes…
Castellón Province
Draw a Spanish bar from muscle memory and this is what you get: hanging hams, strings of garlic and peppers, orderly family frenzy behind the counter,…
Catalonia
With tables on a small plaza, the lively, long-running Bar Bodega Blasi is one of the best places to be on a warm evening. Join locals over vermouth and…
Getaria
Overlooking the port, this breezy spot has earned many fans for its fresh sardines, sea bream and flounder – fired up on the grill out front. Fish aside,…
Castilla-La Mancha
Offers a limited menu of traditional Castilla-La Mancha recipes in a small but pleasantly intimate space near the castle. A speciality is callos (tripe),…
Almería
This old-school tapas bar offers a traditional atmosphere, with the obligatory bull’s head over the bar and a classic menu of Andalucian tapas and…
Pamplona
This bustling bar's multi-award-winning pintxos are among the finest in the city. Highlights include smoked eel with tomato jelly, filo pastry–calf's…
Palma de Mallorca
Palma's main retail produce market is a wonderland of Mallorcan (and Spanish) comestibles. Cheese, meat, fish, vegetables and prepared dishes are just…
Marbella
Finnish owned and set in a dreamy location right on the 'Golden Mile' across from the beach, Garum has a menu that will please those seeking a little…
Bilbao
One of the best pintxo bars in the Casco Viejo, this popular place serves creative and outstandingly good bites, including tender mini steak burgers,…
Southern Mallorca
Breezy harbour views, friendly service and freshly caught fish make Aventura the pick of Portopetro's waterfront bunch. Go for mixed tapas for two (€27)…
Andalucía
With its whitewashed walls, rustic timber beams and courtyard seating, this grand rural restaurant creates an atmospheric setting for hearty country fare…
Cartagena
On a tucked-away plaza just off the pedestrian main drag, this place is easily spotted by its riot of pot plants. Sit in or out to enjoy quality fish…
Extremadura
Los Templarios has been around since 1980 and the secret of its longevity is simple – the jamón and other pork or steak dishes are first rate and well…
Castellón Province
Our favourite place for a traditional meal in the centre of Sant Mateu, the Perdi has been run for generations by the same family. A couple of set menus…
San Sebastián
Decorated in jade-green tiles, this contemporary stunner serves freshly shucked oysters and inventive pintxos, such as dried tuna and cold almond soup…
Madrid
Great tapas and a range of other local staples should be reason enough to come here. But for us, it's all about their cocido a la madrileña (€24.60) which…
Almería
Cool music, an energetic, youthful vibe and top food combine to make this street-corner bar a local hit. Speciality of the house are its tortillas …
Marbella
Marbella is replete with restaurants of all shapes and sizes, but if you just want a quick fix of something sweet, head to this newcomer bakery just off…
Logroño
On pintxo bar–lined San Juan, stylish Tastavin whips up some of the tastiest morsels in town, including smoked trout and lemon cream cornets, fried…
Madrid
One of our favourite bars anywhere in the area, this terrific place does all manner of Spanish staples – try the croquetas de jamón y gambas al ajillo …
Ronda
A little off the trail in Ronda’s new town, the Tropicana has nonetheless garnered a strong reputation for its certified-organic food, served in a small…
Valencia
This no-frills place has been in business for 70 years and is famous for its fishy tapas, but in particular grilled sardines, which are delicious. Order…
Valencia
Far more traditional than most of trendy Russafa, this small tapas bar is a real delight. Delicious no-frills dishes use ingredients of excellent quality…
