After a leisurely and breathtaking walk along Playa América, I was exhausted and feeling quite…read moregroggy. The remedy? A cup of coffee! Because of the strong breeze from the ocean, I asked the waiter if I could be seated inside. He was a very jovial and friendly guy and had no problem with this. He promptly brought out my cafe solo with a standard bizcocho (the little cakes you can purchase at the supermarket) and allowed me to revitalize myself. The waiter pulled an excellent shot because it was strong, of the perfect thickness, and had a subtle hint of sweetness towards the bottom of the espresso. The biggest surprise of all was that the espresso cost me 1 euro. The bocadillos were also priced fairly. In such a touristy area, I would have expected much higher prices. Although it is not yet tourist season, I imagine that this bar must be very full once all of the beachgoers arrive. With a spacious patio, there is space for everyone on a sunny day.

This cafeteria is OK bit not my first choice. The location is on a busy street as many are around…read morehere and is a little Loud. Tapas are OK as well, not the best but not terrible. The staff is attentive which makes up for the other. Note: outdoor seating is shared with Ezaro, black chairs Paneta, white Ezaro

I'm a firm believer that the environment in which I study affects the grade that I receive. I…read morecould not think of a better study space than Cafeteria Planeta. On a sunny day, I bring my DELE books, order a glass of Albariño, and people-watch from the sidewalk. I'm also a firm believer in the Spanish bar value proposition. When I order a glass of wine, I love to receive some olives or a montadito to snack on. At Planeta, I am presented with a bowl of olives, a full plate of montaditos, and half a tortilla espanola. (Granted, the tortilla is not the best [1], but it's the thought that counts!) For 2.30 euro, I am satiated, relaxed, and leave the bar much better prepared for my exam. There's one waiter in particular who speaks a little bit of English. He speaks to me in English, I speak to him in Spanish. Let's hope the conversation portion of the DELE tests life skills, such as asking for a Terras Gauda albariño... [1] The tortilla is very flat, not very fluffy, and slightly dry.

It would be pretty silly of me to expect fair prices in one of the beach front cafeterias along…read morePlaya America in the height of tourist season, right? Let's face it, I'm getting robbed. I'd be less reluctant to open my wallet if I received super-attentive service and quality food. After a day of action at Playa America, enjoying the End-of-July feria, and taking too many spins in Saltamontes [1], my friend and I were super-hungry (and also in dire need of claritas [2]). Oriana and I were told by our waitress that she would be "right there." 5 minutes later and nothing. After shouting "chica, chica" on the top of our lungs for about another two minutes, we finally got her attention. We placed our order for claritas, ham and cheese sandwiches, and a side of patatas fritas. (Corner Hut serves up "fast food" - which is fine after a day in the sun.) Thankfully, our food did not take long to arrive (I'd be concerned if it did considering nothing on the menu is extremely complex). But as my friend Oriana wisely observed, "Wow, the presentation at McDonalds is better than this...and McDonalds is half the price!" After toasting with our claritas, we each took a sip. Oriana and I had the same reactions simultaneously. Ugh! Did we order Kas Limon or claritas?! The two of us have been drinking a lot of these fine Kas Limon-beer concoctions this summer, and this particular drink probably ranks as one of the worst that I have tasted. Fortunately, the sandwich was edible (albeit a bit greasy) and the patatas fritas were crispy enough. But when it came time to high-tail it out of there, we were once again presented with a 10+ minute between the time we asked for the cheque and the time we received the cheque. Another five minutes to receive our change, and we were FINALLY off to secure some churros. [1] - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT6nRiXb6uc Disclaimer: I don't know these guys. [2] - http://www.webtender.com/db/drink/3935 But we prefer ours with Kas Limon.

It's a Grand Via classic. Tapas a re decent, sometime they offer hot tapas that are much better…read morethan the standard. They recently became a Estrella Galicia Bodega so tap beers are goooood. One of the best things about the cafeteria are the hours, 6AM - 2AM ish. Good service with lots outside seating. Menu is pretty wide and the prices are reasonable. It's also a good place to watch sporting matches as there are several TVs throughout the restaurant.

In the heart of Cambados you find a cute little square called Praza Alfredo Brañas, with a fountain…read moreand palm trees and kids running around at night. Cafeteria Brothers is located at this square. This is a good spot to catch some sun and just sit in the shade and watch Galician life going on. Brothers has the standard things a bar offers: drinks and some little snacks (like crisps). One of the assets bis the snacks you get with your drinks: with only one sparkling water I got nuts, crisps and a bocata (a small bread with a topping). With coffee you get sweet things like pastel. Some days there is a little podium for musicians. There is no tapas menu, so just come here for the drinks! What I like about this square is that you will barely find any strangers (like yourself) and you will be surrounded by locals who go here at night to meet their friends and family. For me a holiday does not get any better, just enjoying these simplicity of normal life: a nice drink, kids laughing, birds chirping, sun on your skin.

This wine bar - taparia is pretty good with a cozy feeling. Hard to find here in Vigo as most…read morebars/cafeterias/taparias are very well lit. Wine selection is decent with most labels from the region, not a bad thing... They offer a daily lunch plate that has a first plate, entree, drink and desert. price was on the low end and pretty good.