Puerto de la Cruz
Come here for the catch of the day – or buy it at the fish stall next door and cook it yourself. Watch the cost though, as some fish dishes are priced per…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
Andalucía
About 300m southwest of the central Plaza del Cabildo, Mesón El Lobito dishes up huge, good-value clay platters of traditional country fare in a cavernous…
Castellón Province
Though this place is dressed up as a gin bar these days, it's really a restaurant, and one that stands out for the quality of its food. Fish straight from…
Hondarribia
Housed in a traditional white-and-blue cottage, this institution dating to 1938 serves an array of seafood classics. It's best known for its sopa de…
Andalucía
A cosy wood-beamed bar tucked down a side street in the centre of town. It specialises in simple tapas like juicy fried prawns and montaditos (mini…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
This romantic restaurant is set in an exquisite 16th-century house (later restored in 1757). Dine in the gorgeous, leafy patio with its traditional wooden…
Spain
There's a weekend waiting list here of over two months and we can see why – the tasting menus showcase creativity in abundance with a seasonal menu that…
La Laguna
This small and popular modern burger spot crams a lot of aroma into its small quarters, as well as a fair number of diners too, who spill out onto the…
Southeast Cádiz Province & the Costa de la Luz
A well-established, smartish spot just back from Bolonia's beach, specialising in super-fresh fish, salty paellas and superb Cádiz seafood raciones like…
Bilbao
Inside the city's most famous building, the Bistró Guggenheim Bilbao serves beautifully executed plates of roasted lamb, oxtail with fennel purée, and…
Andalucía
Boasting a prime beachside setting, on a rocky outcrop rising from the sea, this large restaurant provides a memorable stage for ever-popular seafood…
Extremadura
For an intimate, upscale dinner, enjoy refined extremeño cooking and a selection of seasonal menús overlooking the magnificent Renaissance courtyard…
Alcúdia
This attractive stone-walled courtyard restaurant in the hotel of the same name, serves up fresh Mediterranean cuisine such as black ravioli filled with…
Aragón
Encased in a 19th-century building made from local stone, Duende (Elf) is the finest dining in town, serving top-class grilled meats, creative desserts…
Segovia
Set in a delightful 18th-century building in the shadow of the aqueduct, Mesón de Cándido is famous for its cochinillo asado (roast suckling pig) and…
Spain
A wine bar, tapas bar and restaurant all rolled into one, Barataría is a fine place to eat whatever your mood. Grilled meats are the star of the show,…
Ribadeo
Enjoy original flavour combinations composed from classic Galician ingredients at this relaxed restaurant/bar in an old-town house. Dishes are nicely…
Spain
From the huge goatskins filled with wine and the barrels covered in famous signatures, to the atmospheric caves underground, this is sure to be a…
Andalucía
Stop off at this unpretentious bar-restaurant for a filling lunch of honest country fare, perhaps baked lamb with potatoes and eggs, or pork with green…
Aragón
El Origen is an oasis of elegance and fine dining, with set menus that vary from traditional Aragonese to more innovative and seasonal. Organic produce is…
Aragón
A haven of imaginative vegetarian food with just half a dozen tables in a stone-walled, wood-floored, upstairs dining room, La Casa del Arco has an…
Ávila
Simple, tasty bar-style meals can be had in a light-filled, covered courtyard, while the traditional comedor (dining room) is typically all about hearty…
Gran Canaria
This place boasts an ace position on a narrow pedestrian street, with views of the church from the outside tables. Enjoy good basic tapas such as wedges…
Valencia
This tiny tapas joint is extremely cosy, with well-thought-out decor and fresh produce bursting from the bar. Everything is cooked fresh and delicious,…
Sevilla Province
Located at the head of the tree-lined Paseo de la Alameda, this warm, coffee-coloured bar-restaurant is a cheerful local haunt, appreciated for its…
Pontevedra
A reliable option for tasty and satisfying meat, fish, seafood, salads and egg dishes, served without pretension. They have tables out under the Praza da…
Alicante
A short but delicious selection of montaditos and other tasty tapas, supplemented by fresh seafood specials, is the stock-in-trade of this handsomely lit…
Sevilla Province
Discreetly tucked away in a white porticoed courtyard between Calles Quijada and Gordillo, this starched, formal restaurant serves up quality Andalucian…
Castilla-La Mancha
The best restaurant in town is La Cabaña de Alarcón, with its picture windows, dark-pink paintwork, contemporary artwork and well-executed local dishes…
Alicante Province
Prepare to queue for the town's best gelato; it really is worth the wait. Enjoy it at tables on the little plaza and accompany it with decent coffee. It…
Oviedo
Opened in 2015, this spinoff of the popular sidrería Tierra Astur up the street serves food all afternoon long, with an emphasis on grilled meat.
Andalucía
Locals reckon this busy cafe opposite the municipal park serves the best churros (tubular deep-fried doughnuts) in town. Taste for yourself with a cup of…
Galicia
An inviting Rúa Nova classic. Stand in the narrow bar for tapas and drinks, or sit down in the back for pork solomillo (tenderloin) in Arzúa cheese sauce,…
La Palma
Perfect for cakes, baked goodies, breakfast, a bocadillo or a very decent coffee. Take a seat outside at this relaxing and good-looking panadería not far…
Ronda
This is one of Ronda’s cheapest and most Spanish tapas bars, with a remarkable variety of dirt-cheap tapas, plus a full lineup of grilled meats and…
Santillana del Mar
Quality local fare is served in this stone house with noble trappings. There’s a good range of both surf and turf options, and a decent menú del día…
Valladolid
Like its name (which translates as 'young red wine') suggests, this place needs time to mature, but it's all good fun, with a wood-lined bar area, slick…
Zaragoza
Greenery-decked Café Botánico, just off Plaza del Pilar, serves great coffee, teas, home-made lemonade, good tostadas (toast slices with various toppings)…
Southern Mallorca
Choose between tasty, typical tapas or more elaborate dishes, such as grilled sole with fresh parsley paste, or tumbet with meat or fish at this stylish…
Northern Mallorca
The location, on a perch overlooking Cala Barques, is excellent. Pair the scenery with grilled fish, squid and other seafood, or appetising steaks and…
