Puerto del Carmen
A rare find on Lanzarote, this welcoming, British-run vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free restaurant is a pleasant surprise in frenzied Puerto del Carmen…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
Barcelona
This welcoming hillside restaurant in El Carmel makes a fine add-on to an afternoon exploring the nearby Park Güell or Bunkers del Carmel. There's a…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
Once the lair of Barcelona's Modernista artists, Els Quatre Gats is a stunning example of the movement, inside and out, with its colourful patterned tiles…
Vejer de la Frontera
Andalucian wines and fresh local produce take centre stage at this lively rustic-chic tapas bar/restaurant, with a sunny upstairs terrace and tables under…
Las Alpujarras
At the very top of town, this cosy restaurant is worth finding for its traditional Alpujarras recipes fired by fresh local ingredients, including…
Burgos
This bright place takes some tired old culinary concepts and freshens them up with great success. The plato combinado, that meat-and-three-veg warhorse,…
Castilla y León
Found behind the porticoes of a fine 16th-century Pedraza townhouse, El Soportal is one of Pedraza's most popular choices for cordero asado (roast lamb)…
Murcia Province
Cheerfully super-Spanish decor of horse paraphernalia, tiles and hanging hams makes this an upbeat place from the get-go; the colourful tables inside and…
Cádiz
Cádiz' addiction to fried fish reaches new heights at this packed-out spot. If it comes from the sea, it’s been fried and dished up at Las Flores as a…
Barcelona
An eclectic crowd gathers at bohemian Brazilian-run Can Dendê in El Poblenou. All-day brunch is the culinary star here: you can tuck into eggs Benedict…
Ciutadella
Occupying the former French consulate, Cas Cònsol harmoniously blends the modern and minimalist within a historical setting, serving tapas and creative…
La Macarena & Alameda de Hércules
This friendly neighbourhood bar in down-to-earth Macarena has well-priced tapas surrounded by pictures of artistic greats such as musicians Camarón de la…
El Raval
A snug brick-walled space with just a few benches overlooking an open kitchen, ATB delivers punchy street-food flair with its seasonal, local-produce menu…
San Sebastián
For a break from pintxos and classic Basque cooking, search out this modern New York–style setup a block back from the beach. A restaurant-cum-lounge bar,…
El Raval
A relaxed little cafe on a quiet Raval street, El Colectivo makes excellent cake (carrot, pineapple and many more), creative bocadillos (filled rolls) and…
Ibiza
With a fashionable vibe and beanbags and wooden tables by the waves, this happening bar-restaurant is your best bet for a beachside bite or cocktail. Most…
Valldemossa
This fourth generation family-run restaurant dates from 1877 and possibly little has changed, decor wise, since then. There's no tower building or drizzle…
Ibiza
A cut above the competition on Santa's 'street of restaurants', Es Terral delivers sublime seafood and fish fuelled by French, Ibizan and organic…
Pollença
For many, this is the pick of the restaurants on Plaça Major, with a fine terrace and friendly service. The menu whispers longingly of bella Italia, with…
Granada
Down an alley just off Plaza Bib-Rambla, the rustic-modern tavern Más Que Vinos puts the spotlight on Granada province's wonderful produce and up-and…
Las Alpujarras
Enjoy a lovely plaza setting and excellent Andalucian cooking with creative, international influences at this welcoming village restaurant. The menu roams…
Hondarribia
A modern set-up on Hondarribia's main bar strip with black-grey decor and a great selection of local wines and ciders (over two dozen by the glass). The…
La Latina & Lavapiés
Around since 1942, this fine old Madrid bar is famous for its snails, served in a broth rich in garlic, chorizo, morcilla (blood sausage) and pimentón …
Formentera
In a tastefully revamped mill, Es Molí de Sal boasts a lovely terrace, a stylish chill-out lounge and magnificent views across the sea to Ibiza's Es Vedrà…
Puerto de la Cruz
Styling itself as a temple to modern Mediterranean cooking, this flash, blue-fronted restaurant has the looks and the tastes down to a fine art. Expect…
Toledo
Spain’s no-fuss, old-school taverns can sometimes be hit or miss in the food stakes, but Palacios edges into the ‘hit’ category, courtesy of its super…
Barcelona
At this sleek spot, Asian street-food-inspired tapas such as Chinese-inspired bang bang aubergine (in spicy sauce), gyoza (Japanese pan-fried dumplings),…
Barcelona
On a picturesque square lined with low houses and long-established South American bella ombre trees, this quaint family restaurant continues to serve some…
Barcelona
The setting and hearty welcome make this 11th-century Horta estate (still graced by the remains of a defensive tower) worth the excursion to northern…
South Ibiza
On Sant Rafel's main street, Ca'n Pilot is a busy, brilliant spot for Spanish-style grilled meats, with excellent lamb, pollo payés (country chicken) and…
Maspalomas
Just north of the GC-1 motorway along the road to Fataga, the ‘Old House’ bursts with a campo (countryside) feel. Plants festoon the low roof, canaries…
Madrid
You know the wines of La Rioja, but the food of this northern Spanish region is also filled with flavour. The La Rioja cuisine here is all about home…
Madrid
This family-run Mexican bar has something of a cult following, serving up bite-sized tacos (the cochinita pibil is our favourite) washed down by fabulous…
L'Eixample
Patates braves, cod fritters, courgette flowers with mozzarella, grilled Palamós prawns, sautéed squid with Santa Pau beans and, just sometimes, lunchtime…
West Ibiza
One of the most popular places in town, Rita's serves reliably great breakfasts (from fry-ups to fruit with muesli), Mexican food, Spanish favourites,…
La Gomera
Delivering a touch of Asian creativity amid the harbour's shoal of seafood restaurants, tempting Tuyo has an excellent menu of mainly Thai dishes,…
El Puerto de Santa María
An elegant, sprawling designer space beneath brick arches, the on-site trestaurant at renowned Bodegas Osborne is styled like a 'cathedral bodega'. Fresh,…
Rías Baixas
Neat little A Casa dos Martínez, on a pedestrian street in the old heart of town, serves up great three-course lunches (wine and coffee included) of…
Costa da Morte
More gastronomically refined than anywhere else in the district, O' Fragón serves beautifully prepared, market-based, mainly fish and seafood dishes in a…
Extremadura
Pocketed into a Plaza Mayor corner, this classically smart restaurant has four intimate dining rooms – choose the subterranean vaulted brick dining room…
