La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
This sweet little deli charms you from the minute you step down from the street into its bohemian interior. Artworks line the walls, plants overhang the…
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Granada
As romantic views go, few can rival the sight of the Alhambra glowing in the night sky from the Mirador's outdoor terrace. The restaurant, attractively…
Central East Coast
Draped in white, with the occasional lick of red or grey, HPC's dining room opens invitingly onto the street, suggesting everything from breakfast to a…
Northern Mallorca
A slick slice of seaside chic, with an extensive outdoor dining area out on the pier, this is the place for yachties and their ilk. Seafood is the name of…
Castilla y León
The restaurant at Hotel Juan II (mains €15 to €21), specialising in hearty meat dishes, is one of Toro's best. The food is on a par with other good places…
Serra de Tramuntana
Seafood is the mainstay here, as you'd expect, and it all somehow tastes better out on the 1st-floor terrace on a midsummer's evening. Rice dishes steal…
L'Eixample
A lively atmosphere greets you from the moment you swing open the door. A few tiny tables line the window (there's also terrace seating out front), but…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
You could conceivably sit outside but the nearby traffic's a bit snarly – just head inside and join the locals in ordering up filling servings of churros…
Andalucía
Always busy and animated, this smallish local corner restaurant manages to provide good and friendly service at the same time. And the food is excellent –…
Bilbao
Tucked in the back of a small deli and wine shop, Casa Rufo feels like a hidden dining spot – albeit one that's terrible at keeping secrets (reserve ahead…
La Gomera
Specialising in fresh fish, this traditional bar-restaurant by the port is one of the best spots in town to try fresh local delicacies such as grilled…
Fuerteventura
This is a good choice on a sunny day (and there aren't few), with its lovely terrace and sea views. It runs the adjacent surf shop and serves sandwiches,…
Cartagena
Bright and busy, this place, which lives up to its name by indeed featuring a fountain, makes a top stop for a quick drink and a tapas. The speciality is…
Logroño
When you need a break from stand-up pintxos bars, take a seat in this inviting eatery and drinking spot – which has good charcuterie boards, tapas, salads…
Ávila
Just over the bridge and close to Cuatro Postes, El Almacen is a classy place that does the usual hearty meat dishes but there are some surprises (eg…
Formentera
On a shaded roadside terrace (or within smartly updated interiors) at the west end of town, friendly Ca Na Lina specialises in hearty grilled meats,…
Tenerife
El Fronton is one of the excellent seafood restaurants in Benijo. Try the simple grilled fresh fish served with mojo potatoes. Afterwards, you can stroll…
Serra de Tramuntana
This charmer of a bar/cafe sits alone on the square in Biniaraix, with a host of tables out front. It's a lovely spot for a cafe con leche with lashings…
La Ribera
A bright and buzzy favourite, with glorious Catalan tiling, a vaulted ceiling and bottles of wine lining the walls. At first glance, the tapas at informal…
Western Valencia
A little off the centre's tourist beat, this refined spot makes a fine lunch stop. The husband-and-wife team offer a choice of three set menus (there's…
La Palma
This handy place in the centre of town serves simple fare such as pasta, salad, fish soup, chocos (cuttlefish) with mojo verde (coriander-based sauce) or…
Aragón
Straightforward food at very good prices, served with good humour, packs in the punters to this smallish bar and its bright open-air terrace. You could go…
Southern Mallorca
You don't need to be a millionaire yachtie to eat in style at this glass-fronted harbour restaurant, where tables overlook a tantalising infinity pool…
Catalonia
About 1km southwest of central Lleida, this sleek fine-dining place creates fusion dishes using fresh seasonal produce. Feast on the likes of rabbit with…
Barcelona
In business since 1955, much-loved Jai-Ca serves up juicy grilled prawns, flavour-rich anchovies, tender octopus, decadent razor clams and other seafood…
La Laguna
Come here to taste a delicious vegetarian variety of burgers, prepared several different ways, with toppings like hummus and almogrote (spicy cheese)…
El Raval
Part of celebrity chef Carles Abellán's culinary empire, this old-style bistro showcases the best of contemporary Catalan cuisine courtesy of El Bulli…
Barcelona
Right on the Rambla del Poblenou, this narrow-fronted restaurant opens to a rustic, elongated interior with exposed stone walls and dark timber tables…
Valencia
If the all-conquering thirst and hunger for pho overwhelms, make a swift beeline for this efficient and popular Vietnamese restaurant. An ample bowl of…
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The cultural and culinary opposite to the all-day English breakfasts of Tenerife's southern resorts, this neighbourhood institution makes no allowances…
Barrio del Carmen
Friendly and full of regulars, with walls of clashing tilework, La Lluna has been serving quality, reasonably priced vegetarian fare (including a superb…
Las Alpujarras
Just above the main road and south of Pampaneira's church, rustic-style Casa Julio is a warm, family-owned favourite for lovingly prepared, home-cooked…
Gran Canaria
The mountains surrounding San Bartolomé are definitely picnic-worthy, whether you're hiking or driving. Stop at this long-running (since 1948) cafe-bakery…
Valencia
Just below street level, this modishly styled white-and-grey dining room sees some wonderful things done with seafood in particular. Lienzo means canvas,…
Galicia
A bright and pleasant cafe run by the same people as the hostel upstairs, Ideas Peregrinas offers quite a contrast to the usual restaurant and bar fare…
Ibiza Town
A cosy, down-to-earth bar that distinguishes itself with its warm welcome and generously portioned tapas – gambas al ajillo (prawns in garlic and oil),…
Santa Cruz de la Palma
Look for the barn-like doors at this locals’ place fittingly decorated with faded B&W photos of Santa Cruz in yesteryear. Portions are huge, but don’t…
Malasaña & Conde Duque
An engaging little corner bar that's good for lunch and often full. They do some surprising stars, such as a mango ravioli with foie gras or cod meatballs…
Costa del Sol
The business dates back to the 1950s, but the fish is fresh daily at La Carihuela’s most famous seafood restaurant, attracting shoals of malagueños on…
Alicante
Upmarket and buzzy, this is a fun place to sit at the bar and try some high-class gastro creations using plenty of excellent fish and showcasing fine…
