Barcelona
If you're craving Thai cuisine, it's well worth making the trip out to Les Corts for this small, buzzing place with an open kitchen, photos of the Thai…
Must-see restaurants in Spain
Barcelona
Of the hive of eating activity along the docks of Port Olímpic, the ‘Mad Crab’ is among the best. Fish standards, such as sea bass and monkfish, are…
Las Alpujarras
No prizes for spotting the star ingredient at this casual restaurant at the village's southern entrance: scores of cured hams hang from the ceiling in the…
Formentera
A cheery cafe tucked into a slim alley just off Sant Francesc's main square, Matinal delights with its popular, well-priced home-cooked breakfasts fuelled…
Valencia
This former fish shop has been done up beautifully into a bright and atmospheric bar that specialises in colourful tins of fish and seafood – quality…
Castellón Province
In the touristy heart of Peñiscola, you fear the worst from the throng of places with photos of food out on the street. But this is a real exception: a…
Arrecife
A cheap-and-cheerful, home-style local favourite just back from the seafront, for morning bocadillos, tortilla tapas and coffee, as well as a popular €9…
Andalucía
There's lots to love at this trendy back-alley tapas joint. Step through the old stone archway into an intimate, artsy space adorned with funky wooden…
Gros
On one of Gros' liveliest eating strips, Le Comidare has a minimalist, Scandinavian aesthetic with light wood tables, downlighting, a long wall of artwork…
Almería
One of several bars on Calle Jovellanos, this smart, casual eatery wins you over with its courtesy tapa (included with your first drink) and creative…
Palma de Mallorca
A classic family-run restaurant since the 1980s, this huge and no-nonsense eatery attracts Mallorcans from far and wide for copious servings of mainland…
Ronda
One of Ronda’s best restaurants, the Albacara is in the old stables of the Montelirio palace and teeters on the edge of the gorge. It serves up delicious…
Andalucía
This big, barn-like restaurant, hidden behind a petrol station at the northern entrance to town, is ideal for a filling lunch. Everyone from local…
Barcelona
Since 1886 this swish pastry shop has been selling the most exquisite cakes, sweets, chocolates, wines and cheeses. You can stock up for later or grab a…
Picos de Europa
Enjoy drinks and good food from bocadillos (long-loaf sandwiches), burgers or eggs and chips to venison pâté, lamb stew or cocido lebaniego (stew with…
Central East Coast
Sa Pedra is a smart Porto Cristo choice with a good-looking perch and terrace overlooking the boats in the marina, serving crowd-pleasing seafood paella (…
La Latina & Lavapiés
A well-regarded bastion of local cooking, this place does fabulous croquetas de jamón, and has a more varied menu than most old taverns, ranging from…
Madrid
Tapas you can point to without deciphering the menu and eclectic old-world decor (from bullfighting memorabilia to a fresco of skeletons at the bar) make…
Cádiz
Despite its limited opening times, La Tabernita gets immediately rammed for its superb homemade, family-style tapas. Cazón al coñac (dogfish in brandy),…
Alicante Province
Though it doesn't look much from outside (or inside, come to think of it), Bar Manolo has outdoor seating next to the river (without much of a view,…
Granada
Tucked in behind the cathedral, the Siloé is something of a Jack of all trades, as good for a relaxed coffee as for a full-blown lunch or dinner. In…
Hotel Los Bérchules Restaurant
Las Alpujarras
Each evening, the restaurant of the Hotel Los Bérchules cooks up a three-course dinner with a choice of three starters and mains. Typically, you could…
Almería
Fresh seafood is the draw at this historic Almería bodega, classically attired with hanging hams and rustic clutter. What's on offer depends on the day's…
Sevilla Province
Housed in a cosy, 15th-century olive-oil mill complete with panoramic terrace, a lovely courtyard and coolly rustic interior, this popular restaurant…
La Latina & Lavapiés
Taberna Txakolina calls its pintxos ‘high cuisine in miniature’. If ordering tapas makes you nervous, it couldn’t be easier here – they’re lined up on the…
Picos de Europa
Putting a gourmet spin on Asturian cooking, Michelin-starred Corral is Arriondas' most original dining spot. If you don't fancy the extensive tasting…
Málaga Province
Though it has its share of low-slung tables, shapely lampshades and silver teapots, the Hierbabuena isn't your average tetería (teahouse): it offers…
La Latina & Lavapiés
The seafood-dominated cooking of the Andalucian province of Cádiz is what this place is all about, with every imaginable sea creature (usually lightly…
La Palma
This laid-back, slightly bohemian, slightly disorganised choice with painted chairs and mismatched furniture is often busy, supplying diners with largely…
Sevilla Province
Italian pizzas star alongside classic cuts of Andalucian pork at this smartly rustic cortijo on the southwestern edge of town. Colourful wall hangings,…
León
The daily lunch menu here is excellent value. Dishes include Italian options like caprese salad (with real buffalo mozzarella), plus seafood with…
Basque Country
There are two types of asador (restaurants specialising in barbecued meat): smoky old farmhouse-like places, and sleek new urban remakes. This one falls…
Castilla y León
In an attractive brick-and-wood-beam setting, Mesón Añejo is our pick of the restaurants in town with specialities including carpaccio de solomillo…
Lanzarote
Great tapas, salads, paellas, burgers and fresh grilled fish are delivered at logo-emblazoned tables with red plastic chairs on a breezy terrace…
Antequera
This multifaceted place serves as bakery, cafe, bar and ice-cream shop all in one. It's particularly good for breakfast and popular with churros addicts,…
Cartagena
One of a few places run by the same people in this picturesque small park, once the artillery HQ. It features an open kitchen and tables overlooking a…
Castilla-La Mancha
Join the local card players at this down-home bar. Its counter groans with tempting tapas and pinchos (canapes), including caracoles (snails) and orejas …
Ibiza Town
Offering tables so close to the sea that you can almost dip your toes in the Mediterranean over lunch, this simple, laid-back, moderately priced bar…
Granada
La Botillería continues to get rave local reviews thanks to its imaginatively presented food, thoughtful wine list and smart-casual modern design. Dine on…
La Latina & Lavapiés
La Buga del Lobo has been one of the ‘in’ places in cool and gritty Lavapiés for years now and it’s still hard to get a table. The atmosphere is bohemian…
