This sidrería was a golden find on our first night in Cangas de Onís. Sometimes it pays to be lucky. Everything about this experience was impeccable.
First off, don't sit out front, no matter how nice the night is. Don't sit in the bar area, not even if your favorite football team is playing on the TV. Instead, go sit in the cellar room in the back. You'll be seated between giant sidra caskets, with an ancient giant apple press in the middle of the room. The setting is just amazing.
Secondly, the food... I don't think you can go wrong here. The Picos region is known for its cheeses, and the cheese plate here was spectacular. Try the local cabrales if you're a moldy cheese fan. It doesn't get any moldier than this.
Thirdly, the service. I think they only put the best servers in the back. These guys don't kid around when it comes to pouring sidra. It's a fantastic thing to watch. They will only pour just a mouthful at a time, and hand you the glass directly. They never set it on the table. They are friendly, jovial, and extremely attentive.
If you're ever passing thru Cangas, stay off the main drag and stop into this place for a dining experience. read more