Andalucía
It’s standing room only at this wood-beamed, stone-walled corner bar, indisputably Aracena's favourite local hangout for traditional tapas. Iberian ham is…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
El Raval
This diminutive and atmospheric little place is filled with antique furniture and offers traditional local cooking, with one or two unorthodox variations…
Bilbao
Just off the beaten path on Casco Viejo's western side, Irrintzi is a cosy, low-ceilinged eating and drinking spot, where a mostly local crowd files in…
Salamanca
This classy restaurant a couple of doors up from the Museo de Art Nouveau y Art Decó specialises in set menus with a choice of five starters for sharing,…
Lanzarote
It's all about the Canarian specialities and fresh seafood (whatever that may be) at this smartish, friendly self-styled restaurante de mar across the…
El Raval
This relaxed joint offers on-point tacos and quesadillas, plus five homemade salsas numbered according to spiciness. Wash it all down with a fresh…
West Ibiza
Authentic family-run Ibizan restaurants are a rare breed in Sant Antoni – all the more reason to dine at Es Rebost, in the heart of town. Go for spot-on…
Serra de Tramuntana
On the road leading down to Cala de Banyalbufar, this traditional haunt stays true to its Mallorcan roots with generous portions of arroz negro (black…
Costa de Almería
Bringing a touch of Spain's Basque Country to the Andalucian coast, the 'North Wind' entices with red-and-white checked tablecloths and a blackboard menu…
Palma de Mallorca
Tucked in behind the Església de Santa Eulàlia with an inviting terrace, this irresistible little bar-restaurant specialises in fresh seasonal ingredients…
Palma de Mallorca
Opio traces the Pacific Rim with dishes originating in Asia (prawn tempura) and South America (ceviche) alongside Iberican flavours and the inevitable…
La Laguna
Immerse yourself in the local ambience at this time-worn restaurant that has changed very little since its founding in 1976 (the menu may well be the same…
La Ribera
All patterned tiled floors, marble-top tables and wooden beams, shoebox-sized Tantarantana attracts a lively crowd who make the most of the terrace tables…
Dénia
Informal and vibrant, with an open kitchen, this spot turns out delicious fare. In winter, chargrilled artichokes (alcachofas a la brasa) are a delight,…
Aragón
Set in a little tree-shaded plaza, with outdoor and indoor tables, this classy venue serves haute-cuisine versions of Aragonese fare, with excellent fish…
Salamanca
This popular tapas bar just off the main drag markets itself as a 'gastrotasca' and gets the mix between traditional tapas and innovation just right – of…
Palma de Mallorca
Descend three steps into this high-ceilinged Gothic basement to find traditional tapas, such as grilled artichokes, snails, jamón (cured ham) and…
La Latina & Lavapiés
This famous old taberna (tavern) has been in the Oliveros family since 1921 and nothing seems to have changed much since it opened. It’s a tiny, warm,…
Sóller
Step inside and the cherry red-cum-lemon motif decor immediately transports you to Sorrento. The journey continues with the enticingly brief menu, no…
La Palma
You may not expect to find a Thai restaurant in the middle of a sleepy village like San Andrés – but here it is. Run by a German-Thai couple, it has a…
Ibiza Town
This welcoming, candlelit place pocketed away in Dalt Vila serves international cuisine with central-European influence. Meat dishes (such as sirloin…
Barcelona
On the parlour floor of an old house, Casa Xica is a casual, artfully designed space where elements of various Asian cuisines are fused with fresh Catalan…
El Raval
A relatively recent addition to the barri, Gats has been an instant hit, and its terrace is constantly full. A deliciously fresh spread of dishes ranges…
Costa del Sol
One of the better beachside chiringuitos (snack bars), this place attracts a loyal Spanish clientele. Specialities include a delicious salmorejo (thick,…
Navarra
At the village's northern entrance, Pastas Urrutia combines a bakery turning out aromatic loaves with a deli stocking local delicacies including…
El Hierro
Freshly sizzled up paella and tasty local fish accompanied by papas arrugadas are served in a cosy dining room with a just handful of tables and views of…
Chueca
This old-school Spanish bar has been around in some form since 1815 and is the place to come to see what all Spanish bars used to be like -– loud, bow…
Ribera del Duero
A reliable choice along the main street, Mesón Marcelino feeds the passions of this unashamedly meat-loving town. It's all about cordero or cochinillo…
Andalucía
Lazy jazz plays in the background, old newspaper cuttings and lopsided paintings hang from the walls, and it feels as though local punters have been…
Salamanca
Tucked away a little from busier Salamanca streets but in an area quietly earning a reputation for cool cafes, Café Atelier is a lovely place. Fine tapas,…
Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje
Hurray. No sunbleached photos of chips-with-everything 'international' dishes on the pavement. Instead come here to enjoy traditional Spanish mains like…
Málaga
A loud echo in the local grapevine, Citron on ebullient Plaza de la Merced in what they're now calling Málaga's barrio Picasso is a sophisticated spot…
Costa del Sol
Families, take note: this seaside restaurant has a playground across the promenade. The emphasis here is on seafood such as gambas pil-pil (prawns in a…
A Coruña
Daily fresh local fish and shellfish are the top draw at this bright restaurant with arty wood panelling, but there's good Galician meat and a wide choice…
Extremadura
Order a plate of local jamón or queso at the outdoor terraza or venture into the atmospheric stone-walled dining area for a more substantial (and,…
Bilbao
The bar at this relaxed, casual spot is laden with bright red-and-yellow Ortiz seafood tins beneath slate tiles that display its tempting array of pintxos…
Barcelona
At this buzzing wine bar, Catalan drops are accompanied by tapas dishes both inventive and delicious: courgette-pesto and burrata salad, pickled tuna…
Galicia
Sybaris is not just a restaurant with a tastily original twist on Spanish fare, but also a well-stocked wine shop and Galicia-specialist deli (cheeses and…
La Gomera
You'll have to book ahead or queue for a table at this cosy, traditional-style place beneath beamed ceilings. Tenerife and La Gomera wines accompany…
Lanzarote
Tables dot Famara's sandy main street at this relaxed, lively seafood and tapas spot, where you can dig into delicious tapas of tortilla or paella, then…
